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Christian Science MonitorApple’s diversity data reflects that, as with other tech companies, its employee make-up is overwhelmingly white and male. By Jacob Axelrad, Staff Writer August 12, 2014. close. The Apple logo is illuminated in the entrance to the Fifth Avenue Apple store in …What Apple Is Doing About Lack of Diversity in the WorkplaceABC … Read more
Las Vegas city planner Flinn Fagg hired by Palm SpringsThe Desert SunHe succeeded her as planning director in Las Vegas when Wheeler left that position to come to Palm Springs about two years ago. In the past 11 years in Las Vegas, Fagg has served in various planning positions, Palm Springs officials say. Prior to … Read more
ESPN (blog)Every time he lined up during the Philadelphia Eagles’ joint practice with the New England Patriots Tuesday, Darrelle Revis was right across the line of scrimmage from him. “He was on my side the whole time,” Maclin said. “We had some pretty good …Philadelphia Eagles Training Camp Updates from New England (8/12/14)Bleeding Green NationPhiladelphia … Read more
CNETThe claws are out at the two popular on-demand car service startups as more allegations of cancelled rides surface. by Donna Tam · @DonnaYTam; August 12, 2014 3:13 PM PDT. comments. 0. facebook. twitter. linkedin. googleplus. more. more +. email.Accusations Fly Between Uber and LyftNew York Times (blog)Uber and Lyft Rivalry Turns Nasty in War … Read more
Some Gas Stations In Denver Area Running Out Of GasCBS LocalDENVER (CBS4) – There has been a shortage of gasoline at some Denver area gas stations recently as pumps at some places say “regular unleaded” isn’t available. Drivers were pulling into the Diamond Shamrock Corner Store at the corner of 10th Avenue … …read more … Read more
NYC: Drier Weather to Follow Flooding DownpoursAccuWeather.comA shower or two can occur across northern Pennsylvania and upstate New York Thursday. Following the storms, conditions will clear, and remain that way through the end of the week. “An unseasonably cool air mass will be in place across the Northeast for … and more …read more Source: … Read more
Pawn Startups See Continued Growth, Even as Economy ImprovesFox BusinessPawning off your valuables may seem like an option of last resort when times get tough. But even as the economy improves, high-end pawn startups say business is better than ever. On Tuesday, U.K.-based startup Borro, which has had a location in New … and more … Read more
United Airlines tweaks’ bonus standards to rely less on on-time rankingsChicago TribuneAt United Airlines, you don’t necessarily have to be the early bird to get the worm. You only need to be somewhat punctual. Workers at Chicago-based United Airlines will get bonuses for hitting its monthly on-time rate goal in July, but only because … … Read more
BusinessweekIran endorsed premier-designate Haidar al-Abadi to lead neighboring Iraq, leaving current Prime Minister Nouri al-Maliki without his strongest international backer as he continued to defy calls to step down. Ali Shamkhani, secretary of Iran’s Supreme National …US ready to help new Iraq leader, Iran welcomes choiceReutersUN urges world to do more for Iraq’s YazidisIrish TimesIn … Read more
ReutersQUITO (Reuters) – Two people were killed, eight wounded and three trapped following a magnitude 5.1 earthquake near the Ecuadorean capital of Quito on Tuesday, a government office said via Twitter. The country’s Risk Management office said firemen …Two dead, several trapped following double earthquake in EcuadorRTEarthquake shakes Ecuador capitalInquirer.net all 33 news articles …read … Read more
Find the hidden museum cats in Washington D.C.Sacramento BeeWASHINGTON — There are felines hiding in the Freer Gallery of Art and the Arthur M. Sackler Gallery. Cats lurk in odd corners of the refined and elegant museums on the National Mall in Washington D.C., just waiting to be found. One sits demurely in a … … Read more
GameSpotAlso coming in the 2.0 update is a dedicated YouTube app, real-time activity feeds in the What’s New section, and more that’s still to be announced. The 2.0 update is scheduled for release sometime this fall. Original Story: During its Gamescom press …gamescom 2014: PS4 Update 2.00 to Add “Share Play,” YouTube Uploads and …PlayStation … Read more
NBC4 WashingtonRecord rainfall at Baltimore-Washington International Thurgood Marshall Airport has led to flooding at the airport’s parking lots and nearby roads, the Associated Press reported. The National Weather Service said that shortly before 3 p.m. Tuesday, 5 …Flash Flood Warning issued for parts of DC areaMyFox Washington DCFlooding leads to water rescues in DC areaW*USA … Read more
Will ‘Keeping Up With the Kardashians’ end?New Haven RegisterFamily sources told the website that the Kardashians believe someone working for the TV show is behind the theft of thousands of dollars worth of cash and jewelry. Reportedly taken so far is $250,000 in jewelry from Khloe’s home and $54,000 total from … and more …read … Read more
wwlp.comAfter the tragic school shooting in Newtown, Connecticut, some state lawmakers pushed to strengthen gun laws right here in Massachusetts. By Tiffany Chan Published: August 12, 2014, 6:15 pm Updated: August 12, 2014, 6:15 pm. Still0812_00000. BOSTON …Federal judge upholds Md. gun lawThe Star DemocratFederal judge upholds Maryland gun-control lawWJAC Johnstown all 48 news articles … Read more
Cool August Weather Dampens Summer PlansCBS LocalInstead, it was closed Tuesday because of the cooler temperatures and rain, along with several other pools in the Chicago area. And this wasn’t the first time. “We’ve lost a lot of night swim and we did have a challenging time trying to get our swim … …read more … Read more
TIMEA Russian convoy of trucks carrying humanitarian aid for Ukraine drives along a road near the city of Yelets August 12, 2014. Nikita Paukov—Reuters. The trucks heading to the border with eastern Ukraine will test the West’s assumption that Russia is always …EU’s East Braced for Sanctions Pain With GDP Set to SlideBusinessweekUkraine closer to … Read more
Bleacher ReportThe Oakland Raiders have completed two weeks of camp. More importantly, the team has played its first preseason game, providing the first glimpse of what this version of the Raiders actually looks like. There were several players in camp, such as TJ …Oakland Raiders Must Exercise Preseason Patience With QB Matt SchaubRant SportsOakland Raiders: … Read more
Tampa Bay Buccaneers Emerge as a Possible Suitor for San Francisco 49ers …Sports Media 101A few days ago, it was rumored that a few unidentified teams were preparing to contact the San Francisco 49ers about the availability of starting right guard Alex Boone. According to NFL Media Insider Ian Rapoport, Tampa Bay is looking to … Read more
ESPNCORTLAND, N.Y. — Insisting the sudden rash of injuries at cornerback is “not a panic situation,” New York Jets coach Rex Ryan refused Monday to accept the dire forecasts for his defense. It was vintage Ryan, predicting big things, even referencing the …Dee Milliner suffers another injury at New York Jets’ training campAL.comOut Of The … Read more
USA TODAYThree bodies were found on Washington’s Mount Rainier close to where six hikers disappeared in late May, a park spokeswoman said Tuesday. A park service helicopter flying over the park on a training spotted the bodies near the head of the 9,000-foot …Bodies Found on Mount Rainer, Everyone Wonders About Vanished HikersThe Utah People’s … Read more
SW Houston apartment fire out, but extensive damage leftChron.comHouston Fire Department says 16 units battling a three alarm fire at a southwest Houston apartment complex have successfully contained the blaze. Initial HFD reports stated one child had been rescued from the building at 9303 Woodfair, other residents …Child rescued from 3-alarm apartment fire in SW … Read more
Denver trainer Emily Schromm is Women’s Health “Fitness Star”The Denver PostSchromm, age 25, was chosen from five finalists winnowed from a field of 2,500 applicants for Next Fitness Star, a Women’s Health Magazine promotion. As the winner, she will star in a DVD workout series, be featured in the magazine and its website, and … … Read more
2014 Emmy Countdown: Supporting actor, actress in a miniseries or movie – who …The Oregonian – OregonLive.comOutstanding supporting actress in a miniseries or movie nominees are Frances Conroy (“American Horror Story: Coven”); Kathy Bates (“American Horror Story: Coven”); Angela Bassett (“American Horror Story: Coven”); Allison Tolman (“Fargo”); Ellen Burstyn … …read more Source: Actress News … Read more
Firstpost(Reuters) – U.S. President Barack Obama congratulated Turkish Prime Minister Tayyip Erdogan on Tuesday for his victory as the country’s next president, the White House said. Erdogan vowed to pursue a period of reconciliation in Turkey after securing …Obama congratulates Erdogan on presidential winKuwait News AgencyObama congratulates Erdogan on poll winMSN NZ News all 2,172 … Read more
Scenes from the Set of ‘Ted 2,’ Filming in BostonBostInno (blog)Seth MacFarlane has brought the ‘Ted’ gang back to Boston for the movie’s sequel, following up on the story about a guy (Mark Wahlberg) and his talking, R-rated bear, voiced by MacFarlane. In ‘Ted 2,’ Amanda Seyfried has taken the place of Mila Kunis … … Read more
Area Briefing, Aug. 14-20Las Vegas Review-JournalTwelve members of Las Vegas Firefighters Local 1285 are set to take part in a hockey game with former and current professional players to raise money for the Las Vegas Firefighter Youth Hockey Charity. The game is scheduled for 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. Aug … …read more Source: Las Vegas … Read more
Washington City Paper (blog)Court Reigns: Despite the fact a federal judge said his ruling that overturned D.C.’s total ban on carrying guns in public did not have to go into effect until at least October, it is already having an effect, the AP reports. The U.S. Attorney’s Office … …read more Source: Washington News From … Read more
FLAT® Self-Stabilizing Table Bases Offer Ideal Seating Solution for Restaurant …Rock Hill Herald (press release)CHICAGO — Restaurant chains, from quick-service restaurants (QSR) to their white tablecloth counterparts, thrive on providing an exceptional, repeatable experience wherever and whenever patrons visit one of its stores. Carefully curated menu items … and more …read more Source: Chicago Restaurant … Read more
The Seattle TimesThe actor was pronounced dead at his San Francisco Bay Area home Monday. The Marin County sheriff’s office said the preliminary investigation shows the cause of death to be a suicide due to asphyxia. The Associated Press. PREV of NEXT. Robin Williams …Remembering Robin Williams: His West Seattle Food Bank benefits; also – … Read more
Seminole’s Comic Con draws thousandsTampa Bay NewspapersThousands of people attended the first annual Mid-Pinellas Comic Con at the Seminole Community Library on Saturday, Aug. 9, and many of them were dressed up like their favorite comic book or sci-fi characters. They say it is all about being yourself. …read more Source: Comic Con News From … Read more
Buffalo tech firm sets up program to advise local startupsBuffalo NewsExecutives with Algonquin Studios are inviting high-tech startups to set up shop in the company’s offices and draw on the expertise and experience of company officials to put business ideas on a fast track to figure out whether the ideas have potential. …read more Source: … Read more
Honolulu consumers smarter at debt, says NerdWalletPacific Business News (Honolulu)Honolulu residents carried an average consumer debt, excluding mortgages, of $25,812, which is 36.1 percent of the Honolulu median household income, according to San Francisco-based NerdWaller. Residents also had an average VantageScore, or credit … and more …read more Source: Honolulu News Feed From Google News
SheKnows.com“I don’t make any money from my blog, so from a fashion blogger business perspective, I am a failure. But to me success is being honest and true about myself no matter how large or small my audience. It’s receiving a letter from a young girl in Sweden … …read more Source: Fashion Blogger News … Read more
Beats, rhymes and school supplies: Hip–hop fundraiser at Parish Fri.austin360 (blog)Local promoter Alliee Pearson (MissAlliee Projects) has teamed up with Austin Partners in Education to host a school supply drive and hip–hop throwdown at the Parish Underground on Friday, August 15. The two-part event kicks off at noon with a “funday” … …read more Source: … Read more