LeBron James questions, MTV incest, and more: 11 standout moments from the … – The Oregonian

LeBron James questions, MTV incest, and more: 11 standout moments from the …The OregonianChristmas in July: At every TCA press tour (one happens in January, and the summer one’s in July), the Crown Media Family Networks — parent company for the Hallmark Channel, and its siblings — hosts a lavish dinner for the stars of … Read more

Phoenix Suns vs. Golden State Warriors Summer League Game Thread: Revenge! – Bright Side of the Sun

Bright Side of the SunIn last July’s Summer League Championship, the Warriors crushed the hopes and dreams of Suns fans yearning for a title, dispatching of our heroes 91-77 in a game that was the most watched event in television history. (I might need to fact check that …Suns 2014 Las Vegas Summer League: What … Read more

Scots actress Louise Linton on how a royal visit sparked her acting career and … – Scotland Now

Scotland NowNow the Edinburgh-born actress is flying high with not one but three movies in the offing this year, as well as a back catalogue of appearances in shows like CSI:NY and Robert Redford’s Lion for Lambs. Louise, 28, said: “I do have to pinch myself … …read more Source: Actress News From Google News

Chris Christie dings Obama, wont rule out 2016 – Politico

PoliticoNASHVILLE — Despite an upcoming trip to Iowa, Chris Christie said Saturday that he’s not preparing to launch a White House bid— yet. He also called on fellow Republicans to come up with an alternative to Obamacare, and said the escalating crisis in …Chris Christie in crosshairs of national governors’ groupThe Star-LedgerChris Christie On Border … Read more

Richard Sherman: Talking about Michael Crabtree ‘getting old’ – CBSSports.com

CBSSports.comIt wouldn’t be the modern-day NFL offseason without the Seahawks and 49ers firing shots at each other. Last year was Cold War-esque with the moves being made. This year the final play of the NFC Championship Game’s spilled over off the field, although …Richard Sherman/ Michael Crabtree Rivalry Still Hot After Seattle Corner …ClassicaliteSeahawks’ Richard … Read more

Insider: What does LeBron’s return to Cleveland mean for Pacers? – Indianapolis Star

Indianapolis StarJust one guy made Cleveland the frontrunner for the next title. Correction: one 4-time MVP, two-time champion and consensus best player on the planet made Cleveland not only the future 2015 Central Division champions but also the Indiana Pacers’ newest …Lebron James returns to the Cleveland, changing look for Pacers in the Eastern …Fox … Read more

Rockets to sign Trevor Ariza – ESPN

ESPNThe Houston Rockets will sign small forward Trevor Ariza to a four-year, $32 million contract, a source confirmed to ESPNDallas.com, giving the team a potential replacement if it opts not to match the offer sheet to restricted free agent Chandler Parsons.Trevor Ariza to sign 4-year contract with Houston RocketsUSA TODAYTrevor Ariza in serious talks with … Read more

Fringe Music Preview: Capital Fringe Cybertrax Edition – Washington City Paper (blog)

Fringe Music Preview: Capital Fringe Cybertrax EditionWashington City Paper (blog)Val’s Take: As the word “Cybertrax” is one of those cute and clever combos that doesn’t reveal much, let’s be clear: This is a night for the lovers of synth-based and electronic music to congregate and bliss the hell out. At the height of the blissful … Read more

Oakland A’s put Alberto Callaspo on disabled lost – San Jose Mercury News

Oakland A’s put Alberto Callaspo on disabled lostSan Jose Mercury NewsSEATTLE — The A’s placed infielder Alberto Callaspo on the disabled list Saturday and recalled infielder Andy Parrino from Triple-A Sacramento. The move was expected after Callaspo suffered a right hamstring strain while running out a grounder in his …Alberto Callaspo goes on 15-day DLESPNA’s … Read more

Alberto Callaspo goes on 15-day DL – ESPN

Alberto Callaspo goes on 15-day DLESPNThe A’s recalled infielder Andy Parrino from Triple-A Sacramento on Saturday to fill in for Callaspo. Callaspo grabbed his leg and pulled up limping just before crossing first base during the second inning of Oakland’s loss at Seattle on Friday. He …Oakland A’s put Alberto Callaspo on disabled lostSan Jose … Read more

Ariza to Houston pave Parsons’ way to Dallas? – ESPN (blog)

ESPN (blog)The Houston Rockets have a sound replacement plan if they decide not to match the Mavericks’ big bid for Chandler Parsons. That doesn’t necessarily pave Parsons’ road to Dallas, however. It just guarantees that perhaps the Mavs’ preferred fallback …Report: Lance Stephenson could be Plan B for Dallas MavericksCBS sports.com (blog)Does Ariza agreement in … Read more

Myanmar’s reforms may be running out of steam – South China Morning Post

Myanmar’s reforms may be running out of steamSouth China Morning PostUS President Barack Obama recently singled out Myanmar as a foreign policy victory – a country that had emerged from decades of military rule and turned toward the West, thanks in part to American diplomacy. If Myanmar succeeds, the president told … and more …read … Read more

How Box Office Analysis Should Be Done… A Personal View – Movie City News

How Box Office Analysis Should Be Done… A Personal ViewMovie City NewsInternational is, in most cases of studio releases, going to be the majority of theatrical box office. It is not an afterthought or a non-issue. Budgets over $100m all take international into account as a primary issue. Any decent analysis must take … …read … Read more

Driver arrested after crashing car into steps of San Francisco Hall of Justice – KTVU San Francisco

Driver arrested after crashing car into steps of San Francisco Hall of JusticeKTVU San FranciscoA vehicle drove into the steps of the San Francisco Hall of Justice Friday evening, according to police. The collision occurred around 8:49 p.m. when a police officer saw a vehicle that had been traveling the wrong way down Bryant Street … Read more

Five-day trucker strike at Los Angeles and Long Beach ports ends – Los Angeles Times

Los Angeles TimesMore than a 120 striking truck drivers at the ports of Los Angeles and Long Beach voted to return to work, ending a five-day protest that briefly halted cargo flows at the ports, organizers said. The drivers decided late Friday to end their job action …Truckers at Los Angeles, Long Beach ports agree … Read more

Duo arrested for alleged prostitution – Albuquerque Journal

Duo arrested for alleged prostitutionAlbuquerque JournalALBUQUERQUE, N.M. — An Albuquerque man and woman were charged with child abuse Friday after the woman agreed to have sex with a detective for money while the man waited outside with two young children, according to a criminal complaint filed in … and more …read more Source: Albuquerque NM … Read more

Rains close Taste of Chicago; more on the way – Chicago Tribune

Chicago TribuneMorning rainfall totals included these, according to the National Weather Service: 4.52 inches in southwest suburban Oak Forest, 3.78 inches in southwest suburban Tinley Park, 3.6 inches at Midway International Airport, 2.92 inches in south suburban …Taste of Chicago Closed Saturday Due to “Extreme Weather“NBC ChicagoStorm Brings Heavy Rain, Cancels Taste Of ChicagoCBS LocalTaste … Read more