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Mexican Halloween: 5 Things To Know About Day Of The Dead
- November 04, 2016
Every year it has grown larger, bringing a crowd that averages 30,000 guests, about 60 percent of them Latino. A few students stuck around to get Day of the Dead makeup. There are decorated altars, lively festivities, food and parties. Mexican artist José Guadalupe Posada repurposed the skull in the 20th century, creating the popular image of a skeleton donning a hat known as Calavera Catrina . (more...)
- November 04, 2016
Every year it has grown larger, bringing a crowd that averages 30,000 guests, about 60 percent of them Latino. A few students stuck around to get Day of the Dead makeup. There are decorated altars, lively festivities, food and parties. Mexican artist José Guadalupe Posada repurposed the skull in the 20th century, creating the popular image of a skeleton donning a hat known as Calavera Catrina . (more...)
Ranveer and Vaani are bold, carefree and scintillating in Befikre title track
- November 04, 2016
Lyrics of Jaideep Sahni have left no doubt that he is the lyricist of this generation. For the song, " Ude Dil Befikre " the makers have used many locations of Paris which have never been seen in movies, revealed the source. Ranveer Singh and Vaani Kapoor are in the lead roles in the movie. Her soft vocals are barely audible as opposed to those of Caralisa Monteiro in 'Nashe Si Chadh Gayi' that add value to the soundtrack. (more...)
- November 04, 2016
Lyrics of Jaideep Sahni have left no doubt that he is the lyricist of this generation. For the song, " Ude Dil Befikre " the makers have used many locations of Paris which have never been seen in movies, revealed the source. Ranveer Singh and Vaani Kapoor are in the lead roles in the movie. Her soft vocals are barely audible as opposed to those of Caralisa Monteiro in 'Nashe Si Chadh Gayi' that add value to the soundtrack. (more...)
Mic Drop! President Obama's Jaw-Dropping Response to Donald Trump's Mean Tweet
- November 04, 2016
Here are some highlights: "Barack Obama is the Nickelback of presidents". The president told the audience that his "mom jeans"-era has always been over, and that he "lifted" a ban on Cuban cigars". The former secretary of state has the support of 49 percent of likely voters, while the billionaire businessman has 44 percent support, according to the CNN/ORC survey released on Monday. (more...)
- November 04, 2016
Here are some highlights: "Barack Obama is the Nickelback of presidents". The president told the audience that his "mom jeans"-era has always been over, and that he "lifted" a ban on Cuban cigars". The former secretary of state has the support of 49 percent of likely voters, while the billionaire businessman has 44 percent support, according to the CNN/ORC survey released on Monday. (more...)
Sydney siege gunman Monis' ex-girlfriend guilty of murder
- November 04, 2016
The trial heard Man Haron Monis "brainwashed" Amirah Droudis into killing his ex-wife. Monis was charged with being an accessory to murder and was out on bail when he was killed at the end of the Lindt cafe siege in December 2014. The court heard he had organised flood and fire insurance for his apartment less than a fortnight before the murder. But Droudis had no such alibi. (more...)
- November 04, 2016
The trial heard Man Haron Monis "brainwashed" Amirah Droudis into killing his ex-wife. Monis was charged with being an accessory to murder and was out on bail when he was killed at the end of the Lindt cafe siege in December 2014. The court heard he had organised flood and fire insurance for his apartment less than a fortnight before the murder. But Droudis had no such alibi. (more...)
Quentin Tarantino Confirms Retirement After Two Final Films
- November 04, 2016
Tarantino teased earlier this year that his next feature film will be a "Bonnie and Clyde-esque" tale set in 1930s Australian. No clues about that tenth movie, but I bet someone says the word "fuck". Last year, Tarantino promised only a few, but on Thursday afternoon, the Django Unchained director said he's officially stopping at two more. Tarantino's other films include Jackie Brown , Kill Bill (Vols. (more...)
- November 04, 2016
Tarantino teased earlier this year that his next feature film will be a "Bonnie and Clyde-esque" tale set in 1930s Australian. No clues about that tenth movie, but I bet someone says the word "fuck". Last year, Tarantino promised only a few, but on Thursday afternoon, the Django Unchained director said he's officially stopping at two more. Tarantino's other films include Jackie Brown , Kill Bill (Vols. (more...)
CNN severs ties with Donna Brazile over Clinton leak
- November 04, 2016
TV One host Roland Martin co-moderated the March 13 town hall with CNN's Jake Tapper. Brazile also was an on-air contributor on ABC News, where she was a frequent presence at the This Week roundtable. Donna Brazile taking to reporters after the presidential debate in St. Louis. She replaced former DNC chief Debbie Wasserman Schultz in November after questions arose about Wasserman Schultz handling of the Sanders' campaign. (more...)
- November 04, 2016
TV One host Roland Martin co-moderated the March 13 town hall with CNN's Jake Tapper. Brazile also was an on-air contributor on ABC News, where she was a frequent presence at the This Week roundtable. Donna Brazile taking to reporters after the presidential debate in St. Louis. She replaced former DNC chief Debbie Wasserman Schultz in November after questions arose about Wasserman Schultz handling of the Sanders' campaign. (more...)
Jerry Jones on impending QB decision: We have chemistry going
- November 04, 2016
Right now we've got a lot of chemistry going and that's got to be really recognized if you're making that decision". We certainly believe in our team; we believe those situations are going to work out for us. "We have to close those games out", linebacker Jordan Hicks said. "Tony would be the first to tell you it's everybody's team". He tried an onside kick in Washington, and though it failed, the Cowboys won the game. (more...)
- November 04, 2016
Right now we've got a lot of chemistry going and that's got to be really recognized if you're making that decision". We certainly believe in our team; we believe those situations are going to work out for us. "We have to close those games out", linebacker Jordan Hicks said. "Tony would be the first to tell you it's everybody's team". He tried an onside kick in Washington, and though it failed, the Cowboys won the game. (more...)
Cruise is a generous actor: Edward Zwick
- November 04, 2016
He takes care of people who can't take care of themselves, he gets drawn into these stories. Also unhappy is the bad guy of the piece - "Hunter" (Patrick "Black Swan" Heusinger) who is hell bent on wiping Reacher out. Making Reacher an American was easy for Child, who is married to a New Yorker and has lived in the USA since the publication of his first book. Here, under the straight-ahead direction of Edward Zwick (an old Hollywood hand whose credits range from " Glory " to " Blood ... (more...)
- November 04, 2016
He takes care of people who can't take care of themselves, he gets drawn into these stories. Also unhappy is the bad guy of the piece - "Hunter" (Patrick "Black Swan" Heusinger) who is hell bent on wiping Reacher out. Making Reacher an American was easy for Child, who is married to a New Yorker and has lived in the USA since the publication of his first book. Here, under the straight-ahead direction of Edward Zwick (an old Hollywood hand whose credits range from " Glory " to " Blood ... (more...)
Reality Check Shows Clinton's Path to 270 Is Stable
- November 04, 2016
The full survey carried a margin of error of 1.9 percentage points in either direction. But, compared to past elections it is low for both of them - 53 per cent for Trump, 45 per cent for Clinton. "What would your life be like if he were in the White House?". "It is incumbent upon him - or the leadership of the department - to dispel the uncertainty he has created before Election Day". (more...)
- November 04, 2016
The full survey carried a margin of error of 1.9 percentage points in either direction. But, compared to past elections it is low for both of them - 53 per cent for Trump, 45 per cent for Clinton. "What would your life be like if he were in the White House?". "It is incumbent upon him - or the leadership of the department - to dispel the uncertainty he has created before Election Day". (more...)
'Starship Troopers' Becomes the Latest '90s Enterprise to Get a Reboot
- November 04, 2016
The original film will not be remade - and no personnel from the 1997 version of Starship Troopers will be involved in the reboot - but the filmmakers will consult Robert A. According to The Hollywood Reporter , Columbia is resurrecting the property with the franchise extending beyond a direct-to-video sequel existence if all things go swimmingly. (more...)
- November 04, 2016
The original film will not be remade - and no personnel from the 1997 version of Starship Troopers will be involved in the reboot - but the filmmakers will consult Robert A. According to The Hollywood Reporter , Columbia is resurrecting the property with the franchise extending beyond a direct-to-video sequel existence if all things go swimmingly. (more...)
Country star Kenny Chesney honored with 1st of 2 awards
- November 04, 2016
One of modern country music's most successful singers will be honored at Tuesday night's BMI Country Awards. Keith Urban performed a rendition of Chesney's "I Go Back" and Eric Church performed "Anything But Mine". Over the span of his career, the Tennessee native has released 17 albums, scored 29 No. 1 hits, played 135 stadiums and became the only country act on Billboard's Top 10 Touring Acts of the Last 25 Years. (more...)
- November 04, 2016
One of modern country music's most successful singers will be honored at Tuesday night's BMI Country Awards. Keith Urban performed a rendition of Chesney's "I Go Back" and Eric Church performed "Anything But Mine". Over the span of his career, the Tennessee native has released 17 albums, scored 29 No. 1 hits, played 135 stadiums and became the only country act on Billboard's Top 10 Touring Acts of the Last 25 Years. (more...)
Beyonce gets country and performs at the CMA Awards
- November 04, 2016
So if you skipped the 2016 Country Music Association Awards under the illusion that you don't like country music, boy did you mess up. The collaboration made sense, as the presence of Beyoncé is a surefire way to boost ratings for an award show , and the Chicks frequently covered the song on their tour this summer. (more...)
- November 04, 2016
So if you skipped the 2016 Country Music Association Awards under the illusion that you don't like country music, boy did you mess up. The collaboration made sense, as the presence of Beyoncé is a surefire way to boost ratings for an award show , and the Chicks frequently covered the song on their tour this summer. (more...)
Clinton, Trump in North Carolina as days to campaign dwindle
- November 04, 2016
This tightening of the race follows a fresh controversy over her handling of government emails while Secretary of State. She added: "If Donald Trump were to win this election we would have a commander-in-chief who is completely out of his depth and whose ideas are incredibly risky". (more...)
- November 04, 2016
This tightening of the race follows a fresh controversy over her handling of government emails while Secretary of State. She added: "If Donald Trump were to win this election we would have a commander-in-chief who is completely out of his depth and whose ideas are incredibly risky". (more...)
Judge: No sharing selfies with marked California ballots
- November 04, 2016
And late last month, a federal court sided with a MI man who said a law that bans voters from taking pictures of their marked ballots and sharing them on social media was an unconstitutional violation of the First Amendment right to free speech. (more...)
- November 04, 2016
And late last month, a federal court sided with a MI man who said a law that bans voters from taking pictures of their marked ballots and sharing them on social media was an unconstitutional violation of the First Amendment right to free speech. (more...)
Dierks Bentley, Chris Stapleton Win Early CMA Awards
- November 04, 2016
Capitol Nashville Dierks Bentley is following up his chart-topping, CMA-nominated duet with Elle King, "Different for Girls", with the title track from his latest album, Black , which also happens to be his wife's maiden name. His previous wins include the Horizon Award in 2005 (now New Artist of the Year ) and Music Video of the Year in 2014 for "Drunk on a Plane". Congrats to our CMA award! The 50th Annual CMA Awards , hosted by Carrie Underwood and Brad Paisley , airs tonight on ... (more...)
- November 04, 2016
Capitol Nashville Dierks Bentley is following up his chart-topping, CMA-nominated duet with Elle King, "Different for Girls", with the title track from his latest album, Black , which also happens to be his wife's maiden name. His previous wins include the Horizon Award in 2005 (now New Artist of the Year ) and Music Video of the Year in 2014 for "Drunk on a Plane". Congrats to our CMA award! The 50th Annual CMA Awards , hosted by Carrie Underwood and Brad Paisley , airs tonight on ... (more...)
TheStreet's Mohr: AT&T Is Overpaying for Time Warner
- November 04, 2016
Bewkes, 64, will stay at the combined company for a transition period after the deal , he said on a conference call Saturday . The venerable phone company, whose roots trace back to Alexander Graham Bell, has to contend with slowing growth in wireless services, given that most Americans already have smartphones. (more...)
- November 04, 2016
Bewkes, 64, will stay at the combined company for a transition period after the deal , he said on a conference call Saturday . The venerable phone company, whose roots trace back to Alexander Graham Bell, has to contend with slowing growth in wireless services, given that most Americans already have smartphones. (more...)
Early voting: Tighter race but still good signs for Clinton
- November 04, 2016
Each state has its own laws on voting absentee, so you should check with your state's laws . With almost 1.2 million votes cast in OH, the GOP has a 4.7 percent lead over Democrats. Like Pennsylvania, Michigan voters only cast ballots early if they do so absentee, which requires certain conditions. Democrats remain virtually tied with Republicans. (more...)
- November 04, 2016
Each state has its own laws on voting absentee, so you should check with your state's laws . With almost 1.2 million votes cast in OH, the GOP has a 4.7 percent lead over Democrats. Like Pennsylvania, Michigan voters only cast ballots early if they do so absentee, which requires certain conditions. Democrats remain virtually tied with Republicans. (more...)
The Six Best Moments of the 50th Annual CMA Awards
- November 04, 2016
Before everyone lost their minds about the incredible performance from Beyoncé and The Dixie Chicks, Paisley and Underwood opened the show with a few lighthearted jabs at the current mess of an election. Much like last year's CMA Awards' breakout star Chris Stapleton, Morris started as a songwriter in Nashville before breaking through as a performer. (more...)
- November 04, 2016
Before everyone lost their minds about the incredible performance from Beyoncé and The Dixie Chicks, Paisley and Underwood opened the show with a few lighthearted jabs at the current mess of an election. Much like last year's CMA Awards' breakout star Chris Stapleton, Morris started as a songwriter in Nashville before breaking through as a performer. (more...)
Federal Bureau of Investigation review involves thousands of newly discovered emails
- November 04, 2016
She and Weiner separated in August. Comey has said he felt compelled to alert Congress after having already told lawmakers that the investigation was concluded. A formal briefing for Comey with the investigative team was held October 27 at Federal Bureau of Investigation headquarters. The FBI has not yet responded to Newsweek's request for comment. (more...)
- November 04, 2016
She and Weiner separated in August. Comey has said he felt compelled to alert Congress after having already told lawmakers that the investigation was concluded. A formal briefing for Comey with the investigative team was held October 27 at Federal Bureau of Investigation headquarters. The FBI has not yet responded to Newsweek's request for comment. (more...)
CMA Awards: Maren Morris, Garth Brooks among the winners
- November 04, 2016
The Texas native performed " Daddy Lessons " off her most recent album Lemonade . Social media lit up with posts debating Beyonce's inclusion on an awards show traditionally featuring few people of color. I never thought as a songwriter I'd be standing here today. "Misunderstood", an album he surprise-released at the CMAs previous year. A number of celebrities were in the audience, including Peyton Manning and the Final Five Olympic gymnasts Simone Biles, Aly Raisman, Gabby Douglas, ... (more...)
- November 04, 2016
The Texas native performed " Daddy Lessons " off her most recent album Lemonade . Social media lit up with posts debating Beyonce's inclusion on an awards show traditionally featuring few people of color. I never thought as a songwriter I'd be standing here today. "Misunderstood", an album he surprise-released at the CMAs previous year. A number of celebrities were in the audience, including Peyton Manning and the Final Five Olympic gymnasts Simone Biles, Aly Raisman, Gabby Douglas, ... (more...)
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