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Danny Carroll, the new Iowa GOP Chairman and ‘family values’ advocate who campaigns against gay marriage and is a social conservative advocate, is also on record as having taken advantage of an elderly widow named Cora Creamer in a real estate deal. As reported by Mother Jones’ Patrick Caldwell, In 1992 Cora Creamer owned her … Read more
NFL.comRoster weaknesses: Every team has them, and the draft is often the best way to address them. With the 2014 NFL Draft fast approaching, NFL Media’s Daniel Jeremiah will be taking an up-close look at the main areas of weakness — and the prospects who …Oakland Raiders NFL Draft rumors: Reggie McKenzie will not pass … Read more
BAT Cons – The Pros And Cons Of Wondercon: Third Show Of 2014, Plus …Bleeding Cool NewsWelcome back, friends! The convention season is still pretty fresh, exciting, and new so I hope you’re enjoying the initial part of this year’s ride like I am! Cosplay07. So I’m here to tell you about my first experience … Read more
ReutersPolicymakers, entrepreneurs and philanthropists attending the 24th World Economic Forum on Africa (WEFA), a replica of the flagship annual WEF held in Davos, Switzerland, will be ensconced in the concrete fortress of the Abuja Hilton, protected by 6 …Nigeria’s “African Davos” will focus minds on problems, as well as potential …Nigerian BulletinSuspected bomb on edge … Read more
Bears Maintain Top Spot in Dual Meet RankingsCal AthleticsBERKELEY – The California Golden Bears men maintained their first overall ranking in the latest edition of the Track and Field News dual meet rankings. The Bears are 9-0 in dual meets in 2014, after claiming comfortable victories this past weekend over … …read more Source: California … Read more
New York Weather: Mostly Sunny Weekend AheadWall Street Journal (blog)A sunny and mild, but not completely dry, weekend is on tap for Greater New York. Fortunately, the incoming wet weather will be nothing like the deluge the tri-state area experienced on Wednesday. Wednesday’s storm resulted in more than a month’s worth … …read more Source: … Read more
GAME DEVELOPERS CONFERENCE NEXT 2014 FEATURING APP …GamasutraSAN FRANCISCO – May 1, 2014 – The call for submissions to present lectures and panels at the second annual Game Developers Conference
Senators Amy Klobuchar and Rob Portman Join VOXX Chairman and Founder …Fort Mills Times… pro-innovation policies, CEA’s Board of Industry Leaders and Small Business Council meetings, and CES on the Hill, a showcase of technology exhibits that brought the excitement of the CEA-owned and produced International CES
Mayor Emanuel and Choose Chicago Announce Automechanika Chicago Trade …eNews Park ForestCHICAGO–(ENEWSPF)–May 1, 2014. Mayor Rahm Emanuel joined Don Welsh, President and CEO of Choose Chicago, representatives from Messe Frankfurt and Advanstar Communications and members of organized labor to announce the launch of …Advanstar Communications, Messe Frankfurt Team Up to Launch …TSNN Trade Show News … Read more
ATWOnlineUK-based startup Odyssey Airlines has decided to use crowdfunding—a collection of finances from backers—to raise £5 million ($8.4 million) of equity capital as it pursues plans for a mid-2016 launch. The London City-based startup has ordered 10 … and more …read more Source: Startup Funding News From Google News
Atlanta Journal ConstitutionThe Hyatt Regency hotel in downtown Atlanta next month plans to re-open the Polaris restaurant, the storied rotating attraction that closed about 10 years ago. The blue-domed restaurant, long a symbol for the city, drew hungry diners and tourists to …Blue dome in Atlanta skyline to reopen June 10Calhoun Times all 22 news … Read more
Michigan movies: An A-to-Z look at Michigan’s place in the film industryLansing State JournalOakland County Executive L. Brooks Patterson raised ire when in an interview he said a metaphorical fence has been built around Detroit to contain the undesirables. In the newly …. He died last year, after collapsing during a Q&A session at a … Read more
Would You Trust Your Offense to Him?The MMQBFlutie, predictably, would take Manziel high in the May 8 draft. Gannon, bothered by Manziel’s sloppy mechanics, wouldn’t take him high but thinks he’s an intriguing prospect. Holmgren thinks he’s a long shot to be a top NFL player. Gilbride does as … and more …read more Source: … Read more
Wall Street JournalEBay Inc. on Thursday agreed to settle a Justice Department civil lawsuit alleging the company violated U.S. antitrust law by agreeing with Intuit Inc. to refrain from recruiting each other’s employees. The agreement, filed in a San Jose, Calif., federal court, bars …EBay Settles Antitrust Case Over No-Poaching DealNew York TimesCalifornia Nabs $3.75M … Read more
Boston.comFormer Patriots tight end Aaron Hernandez faces a new set of criminal charges related to a fight in a Bristol County jail, according to 7 News Boston. According to 7 News, the new charges include making threats to do bodily harm and assault and battery.Ex-NFL star Hernandez charged in prison fightReutersAaron Hernandez indicted on new … Read more
Washington PostDONETSK, Ukraine — It looked peaceful at first. A few thousand locals carrying colorful balloons and flags, mostly communist or pro-Russian, came out to mark the first May Day holiday in what they consider the sovereign area of eastern Ukraine under …Ukraine Restores Military Draft as Pro-Russian Pressure Mounts in EastVoice of AmericaMerkel-Obama Ties … Read more
Homeless vets find housing, services in Alameda County through newContra Costa TimesUpdated: 05/01/2014 03:16:48 PM PDT. Maria Lizardo and her niece Jaden Galang, 5, pose for a photo at their home in Oakland, Calif., Wednesday, April 30, 2014. Lizardo a veteran received help in finding housing from Abode Services’ housing program … and more …read … Read more
Wall Street JournalSinn Féin leader Gerry Adams was arrested in connection with the 1972 Irish Republican Army killing of Jean McConville. The case is one of the most high-profile unsolved murders the period of sectarian strife known as the Troubles. Photo: Reuters. Northern …Irish-American stronghold Boston stunned by Gerry Adams’ arrestReutersGerry Adams arrest: Sinn Féin … Read more
Farmers market gears up for warmer weatherWPTZ The Champlain ValleyPray said this year’s harsh winter made for a difficult growing season, but he’s hopeful things will turn around as the weather warms up. “It was just a bad year for growing. We just had too much water and it continued into the winter. We had … Read more
Tito’s Handmade Vodka Celebrates One-Year Anniversary with United AirlinesBusiness Wire (press release)AUSTIN, Texas–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Tito’s Handmade Vodka is happy to celebrate the one-year anniversary as the exclusive vodka brand served on all of the airline’s flights worldwide. United customers have enjoyed the award-winning craft vodka since the … and more …read more Source: United Airlines News … Read more
ABC NewsFor Mark Fields, Ford’s newly appointed CEO, the biggest challenge is to stay the course and not let the company drift back into the bad habits that almost sunk it a decade ago. Taking over for Alan Mulally on July 1, Fields will inherit a healthy company that …Biographical details of Ford’s new CEOWashington … Read more
SFGateSprint Corp. plans to push forward with a bid for T-Mobile US Inc. after meeting with banks last month to make debt arrangements for that offer, people with knowledge of the situation said. Sprint Chief Financial Officer Joe Euteneuer and Treasurer Greg Block …T-Mobile US added more subscribers in last quarter than top three competitors … Read more
CNN(CNN) — Zac Efron is ready to talk. The 26-year-old actor best known for “High School Musical” went to rehab in 2013 but was elusive about what he sought treatment for. Now, in an interview with The Hollywood Reporter, Efron is coming clean about his battle …The Daily DishBuffalo NewsZac Efron on career reinvention and … Read more
ReutersMurray’s plan gives big businesses that offer healthcare benefits an extra year – four years instead of three – to meet the wage benchmark, an issue that has stirred intense debate among employers in Seattle over the past few months. UNITED FRONT.Seattle mayor says he struck a deal for a $15 minimum wageWashington Post (blog)Seattle … Read more
BBC NewsHeroin is “likely” to have played a role in the death of Peaches Geldof, an inquest has revealed. The results of a toxicology report showed TV presenter Geldof, who died suddenly last month aged 25, had the drug in her system. Geldof was the second …Peaches Geldof’s death likely linked to heroin: policeReutersHearing was … Read more
SportingNews.comIt’s been “all underdog money” at the Wynn Las Vegas ahead of Saturday night’s Floyd Mayweather vs. Marcos Maidana fight, according to oddsmaker John Avello. And what else would one expect when there’s as large a favorite as Mayweather? At the Wynn …Boxing-Unbeaten Mayweather says Maidana no pushoverReuters CanadaMayweather vs Maidana: Closer Than You ThinkEastsideBoxing.comFloyd … Read more
Senators Amy Klobuchar and Rob Portman Join VOXX Chairman and Founder …Business Wire (press release)… pro-innovation policies, CEA’s Board of Industry Leaders and Small Business Council meetings, and CES on the Hill, a showcase of technology exhibits that brought the excitement of the CEA-owned and produced International CES
SI.comLuisao, right, celebrates Benfica’s scoreless draw with Juventus, which sealed the club’s return to the Europa League final. Valerio Pennicino/Getty Images. TURIN, Italy (AP) – Ten-man Benfica returned to the Europa League final following a 0-0 draw at …Can Benfica finally lift the curse of Bela Guttman?CNNSevilla, Benfica to meet in Europa League finalMiamiHerald.comSevilla vs … Read more
ABC NewsOfficials have broken ground on a 20,000-seat arena along the Las Vegas Strip that’s expected to improve the city’s chances of attracting professional sports teams. Boxing legend Floyd Mayweather arrived at the ceremony Thursday on a construction …MGM, AEG to break ground on Las Vegas Strip arenaseattlepi.comMGM breaks ground on 20K-seat arena at Vegas … Read more
Where the Password Is DecoNew York TimesAn alcove at the Red Room, a bar and performance space in the East Village outfitted to evoke the atmosphere of a Prohibition-era speakeasy. Art Deco features include etched glass and a copper gin tub. Credit Philip Greenberg for The New York Times. …read more Source: New York Restaurant … Read more
CITEworldThe Alchemist Accelerator, which helps enterprise-focused startups get on their feet, announced an investment from Cisco that will help it launch a new program specifically for new Internet of Things companies. It’s auspicious timing, as today …Cisco invests $150m in Internet of Things startupsZDNetCisco to invest $150M in ‘Internet of Things’ startups, kicks off with … Read more
Homeless vets find housing, services in Alameda County through newThe ArgusMeantime, Clinton has found a West Oakland studio and a job, using his joy for cooking to gain full-time work at a Berkeley restaurant. “Now I have the tools to succeed — a home, positive people around me, Alcoholics Anonymous meetings, and prayer and … … Read more