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Obama marks Pearl Harbor anniversary with focus on 'unimaginable' alliance with Japan
- December 10, 2016
The president said he will visit the U SS Arizona Memorial later this month with Prime Minister Shinzo Abe of Japan. "We must never repeat the tragedy of the war". He was one of 429 crewmen killed on the USS Oklahoma when it was attacked by Japanese aircraft on December 7, 1941. Rough seas slowed her down so she was still at sea when reports began to come in that Japanese forces had begun an attack on the U.S. (more...)
- December 10, 2016
The president said he will visit the U SS Arizona Memorial later this month with Prime Minister Shinzo Abe of Japan. "We must never repeat the tragedy of the war". He was one of 429 crewmen killed on the USS Oklahoma when it was attacked by Japanese aircraft on December 7, 1941. Rough seas slowed her down so she was still at sea when reports began to come in that Japanese forces had begun an attack on the U.S. (more...)
Colorado Springs food truck owners, Cuban immigrants, react to Castro's death
- December 10, 2016
In 2013, Raul Castro announced that he would step aside by the time his current presidential term ends in 2018, and for the first time named an heir-apparent not from the Castro's revolutionary generation - Miguel Diaz-Canel, 56. She added: "He wants to make sure that when the United States of America, when he's president, engages in any type of diplomatic relations or trade agreements. (more...)
- December 10, 2016
In 2013, Raul Castro announced that he would step aside by the time his current presidential term ends in 2018, and for the first time named an heir-apparent not from the Castro's revolutionary generation - Miguel Diaz-Canel, 56. She added: "He wants to make sure that when the United States of America, when he's president, engages in any type of diplomatic relations or trade agreements. (more...)
See the creative way this model is highlighting fashion's diversity problem
- December 10, 2016
There are even less Asian, Latino etc. Deddeh Howard , a Liberian model now residing in Los Angeles, launched the Black Mirror project in order to showcase the need for more diversity in the industry. When you [black women] look in the mirror you question: 'This could be me, why is this not me?" For more on the powerful photo series, check out Howard's site here. (more...)
- December 10, 2016
There are even less Asian, Latino etc. Deddeh Howard , a Liberian model now residing in Los Angeles, launched the Black Mirror project in order to showcase the need for more diversity in the industry. When you [black women] look in the mirror you question: 'This could be me, why is this not me?" For more on the powerful photo series, check out Howard's site here. (more...)
Audience Reaction To Ranveer Singh-Vaani Kapoor Starrer Befikre!
- December 10, 2016
Ranveer Singh is astounding, even while largely being himself as Dharam, and without him, the story and the film would not have even taken off. Post a couple of "dares" and some "Befikre" dancing, the two decide to Ne dis jamais je t'aime (never say I love you) and instead move in together. (more...)
- December 10, 2016
Ranveer Singh is astounding, even while largely being himself as Dharam, and without him, the story and the film would not have even taken off. Post a couple of "dares" and some "Befikre" dancing, the two decide to Ne dis jamais je t'aime (never say I love you) and instead move in together. (more...)
'This Is Us': Christmas With The Pearsons Ends In Tragedy
- December 10, 2016
Because we know, now, that something bad is definitely going to happen on Christmas Eve.When the Pearsons discover that the elderly doctor who delivered Kate and Kevin is also lying in a hospital bed, weakly delivering sage advice while quietly suffering from a potentially deadly hemorrhage. (more...)
- December 10, 2016
Because we know, now, that something bad is definitely going to happen on Christmas Eve.When the Pearsons discover that the elderly doctor who delivered Kate and Kevin is also lying in a hospital bed, weakly delivering sage advice while quietly suffering from a potentially deadly hemorrhage. (more...)
Special needs child, 7, died at Texas home
- December 10, 2016
Her cause of death has not been released. Seven children allegedly found locked inside the same room - dirty, malnourished and sometimes beaten- are now in the custody of the state. Each is held in lieu of $200,000 bond. Sinclair's relationship to Richardson also isn't clear. Judge David Perwin is slated to preside over the hearing, which is routine in cases that involve children removed by Child Protective Services. (more...)
- December 10, 2016
Her cause of death has not been released. Seven children allegedly found locked inside the same room - dirty, malnourished and sometimes beaten- are now in the custody of the state. Each is held in lieu of $200,000 bond. Sinclair's relationship to Richardson also isn't clear. Judge David Perwin is slated to preside over the hearing, which is routine in cases that involve children removed by Child Protective Services. (more...)
Oakland eatery complains about artists next door
- December 10, 2016
It has been a week since a massive fire in Oakland, Calif ., claimed the lives of 36 people at a party in a warehouse. Federal investigators said Wednesday the fire started on the ground floor of the Oakland warehouse and quickly raged, with smoke billowing into the second level and trapping victims whose only escape route was through the flames. (more...)
- December 10, 2016
It has been a week since a massive fire in Oakland, Calif ., claimed the lives of 36 people at a party in a warehouse. Federal investigators said Wednesday the fire started on the ground floor of the Oakland warehouse and quickly raged, with smoke billowing into the second level and trapping victims whose only escape route was through the flames. (more...)
Sears Lost $748 Million in Latest Quarter
- December 10, 2016
Even if the company sells its profitable brands like Kenmore appliances and Craftsman tools, it would still leave liabilities to the tune of almost $3.4 billion (which will have to be paid in the next 12 months). At Kmart, comparable store sales decreased 4.4%. "Consumers aren't going to Kmart or Sears anymore". The decline in margin rate in both segments was primarily driven by a decline in gross margin performance in the apparel business, as well as an overall increase in markdowns. (more...)
- December 10, 2016
Even if the company sells its profitable brands like Kenmore appliances and Craftsman tools, it would still leave liabilities to the tune of almost $3.4 billion (which will have to be paid in the next 12 months). At Kmart, comparable store sales decreased 4.4%. "Consumers aren't going to Kmart or Sears anymore". The decline in margin rate in both segments was primarily driven by a decline in gross margin performance in the apparel business, as well as an overall increase in markdowns. (more...)
Amber Portwood throws punch at Farrah Abraham during 'Teen Mom' reunion
- December 10, 2016
Ch-ch-check out a couple clips from the show (below) and let us know what you thought of all the insane drama last night! "Since 16 and Pregnant , Amber has tried to fight me, and Maci and Catelynn have been jealous", she added . It all began when Dr. Drew was asking Simon Saran about his Snapchat videos in which he suggest Matt looked like a pedophile and was seemingly headed towards smoothing things over when Farrah interjected with, "Well, I'm sorry Matt probably looks like it". (more...)
- December 10, 2016
Ch-ch-check out a couple clips from the show (below) and let us know what you thought of all the insane drama last night! "Since 16 and Pregnant , Amber has tried to fight me, and Maci and Catelynn have been jealous", she added . It all began when Dr. Drew was asking Simon Saran about his Snapchat videos in which he suggest Matt looked like a pedophile and was seemingly headed towards smoothing things over when Farrah interjected with, "Well, I'm sorry Matt probably looks like it". (more...)
Epcot's Spaceship Earth attraction will briefly become the Death Star
- December 10, 2016
During our Star Wars celebration, Spaceship Earth will be transformed into the Death Star through digital projections. Without revealing anything else, it's the specific origin story that still eludes audiences when it comes to the most recent " Star Wars " heroine, Rey. (more...)
- December 10, 2016
During our Star Wars celebration, Spaceship Earth will be transformed into the Death Star through digital projections. Without revealing anything else, it's the specific origin story that still eludes audiences when it comes to the most recent " Star Wars " heroine, Rey. (more...)
Family Honors Prince With 'Purple Rain' Holiday Light Display
- December 10, 2016
The entire show-which also includes the Star Wars theme and a Snoop Dogg Christmas song-lasts 14 minutes with the "Purple Rain" tribute right in the middle. Details on the show, including times, are at the Lights on Pascolo Facebook page . A Chaska, Minnesota, family is honoring the late singer Prince with their house holiday display. (more...)
- December 10, 2016
The entire show-which also includes the Star Wars theme and a Snoop Dogg Christmas song-lasts 14 minutes with the "Purple Rain" tribute right in the middle. Details on the show, including times, are at the Lights on Pascolo Facebook page . A Chaska, Minnesota, family is honoring the late singer Prince with their house holiday display. (more...)
The Leftovers Season 3 Premiere Announced
- December 10, 2016
Co-creators Damon Lindelof and Tom Perrotta took to Facebook yesterday to announce the premiere month for the third and final season of The Leftovers . Season two concluded on an incredibly cathartic note, but there's more than likely plenty of struggles left ahead for the Garveys and the Murphys. It is a town in Texas which is named "Miracle" in the series. (more...)
- December 10, 2016
Co-creators Damon Lindelof and Tom Perrotta took to Facebook yesterday to announce the premiere month for the third and final season of The Leftovers . Season two concluded on an incredibly cathartic note, but there's more than likely plenty of struggles left ahead for the Garveys and the Murphys. It is a town in Texas which is named "Miracle" in the series. (more...)
U.S. judge halts MI recount
- December 10, 2016
Meanwhile, judges and election officials in county after county that use paperless machines, including Philadelphia and Allegheny County, have rejected Green Party requests to inspect election system software for signs of hacking. Some counties hadn't planned to start until later. Republicans appealed that ruling Monday. Voting experts are making the distinction between a recount and an audit, explaining that a recount is simply a re-tabulation of the votes cast. (more...)
- December 10, 2016
Meanwhile, judges and election officials in county after county that use paperless machines, including Philadelphia and Allegheny County, have rejected Green Party requests to inspect election system software for signs of hacking. Some counties hadn't planned to start until later. Republicans appealed that ruling Monday. Voting experts are making the distinction between a recount and an audit, explaining that a recount is simply a re-tabulation of the votes cast. (more...)
The fate of Brexit now lies with 11 Supreme Court justices
- December 10, 2016
May plans to trigger two years of divorce talks before the end of March by invoking Article 50 of the EU's key treaty, using centuries-old government powers known as royal prerogative . A lower court of three judges ruled unanimously in November that May did not have the right to trigger Article 50 without first consulting lawmakers, a decision which the government immediately appealed. (more...)
- December 10, 2016
May plans to trigger two years of divorce talks before the end of March by invoking Article 50 of the EU's key treaty, using centuries-old government powers known as royal prerogative . A lower court of three judges ruled unanimously in November that May did not have the right to trigger Article 50 without first consulting lawmakers, a decision which the government immediately appealed. (more...)
Government won't permit oil pipeline under Missouri River
- December 10, 2016
They now hope the project gets stopped entirely before a new plan under a new administration gains traction. The Army Corps of Engineers on Sunday denied a permit for the pipeline to cross under the Missouri River in southern North Dakota near the Standing Rock Sioux Reservation. (more...)
- December 10, 2016
They now hope the project gets stopped entirely before a new plan under a new administration gains traction. The Army Corps of Engineers on Sunday denied a permit for the pipeline to cross under the Missouri River in southern North Dakota near the Standing Rock Sioux Reservation. (more...)
Pantone Color Institute's colour of the year is 'greenery'
- December 10, 2016
As 2016 winds down to a close, it's time for the Pantone gods to bestow upon us their annual choice for color of the year. Greenery - which has already begun appearing on runways and in furnishings and accessories - is meant to be a versatile "trans-seasonal" shade that lends itself to many different color combinations. (more...)
- December 10, 2016
As 2016 winds down to a close, it's time for the Pantone gods to bestow upon us their annual choice for color of the year. Greenery - which has already begun appearing on runways and in furnishings and accessories - is meant to be a versatile "trans-seasonal" shade that lends itself to many different color combinations. (more...)
Bella Hadid praises ex The Weeknd
- December 10, 2016
Kendall Jenner and her family are "praying" for Kanye West. "I never thought that I would actually get the chance to wear it". Gigi Hadid suffered an epic wardrobe malfunction but still carried on with the show at the Victoria's Secret Fashion Show. (more...)
- December 10, 2016
Kendall Jenner and her family are "praying" for Kanye West. "I never thought that I would actually get the chance to wear it". Gigi Hadid suffered an epic wardrobe malfunction but still carried on with the show at the Victoria's Secret Fashion Show. (more...)
Jimmy Kimmel to host Oscars: Why the late-night host was selected
- December 10, 2016
The "Jimmy Kimmel Live!" presenter already hosted Primetime Emmy Awards, twice-once in 2012 and also in September 2016 -and also the American Music Awards and the ESPY Awards. Due to this, Ben Sherwood who is the ABC president told the reporters "Jimmy has earned [the Oscars], and we're very hopeful that Jimmy will get it". (more...)
- December 10, 2016
The "Jimmy Kimmel Live!" presenter already hosted Primetime Emmy Awards, twice-once in 2012 and also in September 2016 -and also the American Music Awards and the ESPY Awards. Due to this, Ben Sherwood who is the ABC president told the reporters "Jimmy has earned [the Oscars], and we're very hopeful that Jimmy will get it". (more...)
Rolling Stones singer Mick Jagger welcomes 8th child at age 73
- December 10, 2016
Mom and baby are doing well and we ask the media to respect their privacy, "said the officer of the star, Bernard Doherty, in a statement". The pregnancy was expected to end her career in ballet. Sir Mick and Ms Hamrick began dating after the suicide of fashion designer L'Wren Scott in 2014, Sir Mick's partner of 13 years. Jagger and his bandmates recently released Blue & Lonesome, the iconic rock group's first album in 11 years. (more...)
- December 10, 2016
Mom and baby are doing well and we ask the media to respect their privacy, "said the officer of the star, Bernard Doherty, in a statement". The pregnancy was expected to end her career in ballet. Sir Mick and Ms Hamrick began dating after the suicide of fashion designer L'Wren Scott in 2014, Sir Mick's partner of 13 years. Jagger and his bandmates recently released Blue & Lonesome, the iconic rock group's first album in 11 years. (more...)
Beyonce leads Grammy nominations in crowded field
- December 10, 2016
Beyoncé's phenomenally successful album Lemonade will face up against Adele's 25, Justin Bieber's Purpose , Drake's Views , and Sturgill Simpson's A Sailor's Guide to Earth . " Lemonade " was also nominated for best music film, and "Formation" for best music video. Best Rap Album nominees are Chance, De La Soul, DJ Khaled, Drake , Schoolboy Q and Kanye West . (more...)
- December 10, 2016
Beyoncé's phenomenally successful album Lemonade will face up against Adele's 25, Justin Bieber's Purpose , Drake's Views , and Sturgill Simpson's A Sailor's Guide to Earth . " Lemonade " was also nominated for best music film, and "Formation" for best music video. Best Rap Album nominees are Chance, De La Soul, DJ Khaled, Drake , Schoolboy Q and Kanye West . (more...)
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