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MTV.comIn the weeks leading up to the release of the “Veronica Mars” movie, there’s been a lot of talk about the famous sleuth, but — if I’m being honest — not enough talk about the women behind the detection. Kristen Bell’s profile is at an all-time high thanks to the …How Kristen Bell Won ‘Veronica … Read more
PCWorldThe U.S. National Telecommunications and Information Administration will end its formal relationship with the Internet Corporation for Assigned Names and Numbers in late 2015, with ICANN developing a new global governance model, the agency said …US Said to Relinquish Control of Internet Address System (1)BusinessweekUS to Give Up Role in Internet Domain NamesNew York TimesUS … Read more
Los Angeles TimesAs put-together as a Versace-clad Lady Gaga was for the Oscars, she tore off that facade with crazy, drippy gusto for her South by Southwest performance Thursday night at Stubb’s Bar-B-Q — incorporating into her act a barbecue spit, black and green vomit …Lady Gaga Accused of Glorifying Bulimia After SXSW Vomiting Stunt … Read more
San Jose Mercury NewsOAKLAND — A new entertainment and dining center is being planned for Oakland’s Jack London Square, a project that’s expected to fuel economic activity in the city’s waterfront and downtown districts once it opens on the site of a long-closed bookstore …Jack London Square slated to get big dining and entertainment developmentSan … Read more
ABC NewsChinese social media company Weibo Corp. has filed plans for a potential initial public offering of its shares in the U.S.. Weibo was launched four years ago by parent company Sina as a microblogging service. The Twitter-like service allows users to …Leading Chinese Social Media Platform Weibo Files $500M IPOStreetInsider.com (subscription) all 25 news … Read more
Bleacher ReportAccording to a league source, the Rockets will make a bid for Carmelo Anthony this summer, even though they probably won’t have cap space and would have to orchestrate a creative sign-and-trade. The source said Houston asked the Knicks about Anthony …NBA Rumors: Houston Rockets interested in making a run at Carmelo AnthonyFanSidedNBA Rumors: … Read more
14 S.F. gang suspects indicted in violent crime spreeSan Francisco ChronicleAbout 12:30 a.m., 22-year-old Gaspar Puch-tzek of San Francisco, a cook at the Hogs & Rocks restaurant, was shot while taking a smoking break outside the establishment at 3431 19th St. The father of two died at San Francisco General Hospital. and more …read more … Read more
NFL: Winning Super Bowl bid likely to include tax breaksPioneer PressNFL representatives told Minnesota legislative leaders Friday that they likely will have to provide requested tax breaks for the new stadium to be a contender to host the 2018 Super Bowl. (Courtesy Minnesota Vikings). Related Stories. Mar 12: Dayton …NFL execs in town for Super … Read more
Los Angeles TimesMassiveMusic released a statement on its website Friday morning that read: “It is with great sadness that we announce the sudden passing of our close friend and colleague Steven Craenmehr, 35, on March 13th, 2014 at SXSW. During the 8 years that Steven …New details in SXSW tragedy (w/video)Houston Chronicle5 things we learned … Read more
Telegraph.co.ukAmateur footage captures the moment a seven storey building collapses in a suburb of Mumbai, India. Six people have been rescued from the building so far, with one person reportedly dead. The building was rendered uninhabitable by the local council …Six dead after apartment building collapses in MumbaiDaily MailSeven dead, four hurt in Mumbai building … Read more
USA TODAYSteve Smith lasted just one day on the free agent market. The veteran wide receiver, released by the Carolina Panthers on Thursday, agreed to a three-year contract with the Baltimore Ravens on Friday afternoon. His new deal is worth $11.5 million with a …FA grades: WR Smith to Ravens? OK; Finnegan to Dolphins? NoCBSSports.comSteve … Read more
Voice of AmericaLONDON — U.S. Secretary of State John Kerry says Russian acceptance of a Crimean referendum to break off from Ukraine and possibly join Russia would be an illegal “backdoor annexation.” Kerry met with Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov for six …Russia Wields $160 Billion Stick in Crimea Sanctions StandoffBloombergRussia and the West fail … Read more
CBS 11DALLAS, Texas (CBSDFW.COM) With an expected crowd of 40,000 people for the St Patrick’s Day parade and surrounding events, the Dallas Police Department will be closing a number of streets in the Greenville Ave area. Dallas Police are reminding all …Dallas St. Patrick’s Day Parade security will see two small changes after SXSW …Dallas … Read more
Texans roster: Where offense standsESPN (blog)Left guard Wade Smith is a free agent, but there’s a chance he could return to Houston. Without him, I could see Ben Jones starting there or a scenario where the promising sixth-round pick David Quessenberry moves from tackle to guard. Brennan Williams … and more …read more Source: Houston … Read more
Design & TrendWhile the PS4 still beat the Xbox One, Microsoft’s console made huge strides in sales in the month of February. (Photo : Facebook/Xbox). While Sony’s Playstation 4 once again won the battle for console sales supremacy in February, there’s a chance that …Microsoft exec cops to ‘confused’ Xbox One launchChristian Science MonitorPlaystation 4 … Read more
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NPRBut from her opening notes — in which she took on the standard “Feeling Good,” as popularized by Nina Simone — the singer never shied away from the most lavish possible spectacle on stage at NPR Music’s SXSW showcase, held at Stubb’s BBQ. Backed …SXSW 2014: The Music Plays On After a Somber SceneNew York … Read more
The OregonianNot every Beaver with NFL dreams had the fortune to compete in February’s NFL Combine. Cooks, Rashaad Reynolds and Scott Crichton were the only Oregon State players with invitations to Indianapolis and the trio made the most of the opportunity.2014 NFL Draft: Friday, March 14th Pro DaysNiners NationThe Top 12 Pac-12 2014 NFL Draft … Read more
Las Vegas Review-JournalHe was originally from Orange, N.J., and moved to Las Vegas with the hope of working on the production crew of the movie “Casino.” When that didn’t work out, he remained, working for a company that found sites for ATMs. He had no immediate family in … and more …read more Source: Las … Read more
Gaming Deals: Born of the Gods, Dwarven Forge, SOI&F RPG & moreio9The savvy tabletop gamer can find lots of great deals on games, terrain, and more. Luckily, I’ve done most of the work for you. Check out these excellent springtime game sales. Note: a few of these sales are affiliate links, but none of them … Read more
Captain America: The Winter Soldier is due for release April 4th, and while buzz for the second installment in the live-action theatrical version of the Marvel Comics military hero has been very strong, it all just picked up a huge knotch with the red carpet premier for the movie held last night, and which you … Read more
How the Missing Malaysia Airlines Jet Could Have Been HijackedWiredIn the hours after Malaysia Airlines Flight 370 vanished, the notion that hijackers were responsible seemed far-fetched. Since the 9/11 attacks, commercial pilots have been trained to prevent the weaponization of their planes by never unlocking their … …read more Source: Malaysia Airlines News Feed From … Read more
UpstartThen, bloggers beat its makers up because it was a fashion ad. Like it or hate it, there are lessons in this creative maneuver for other fashion brands. The video might deceive, but the numbers don’t lie. Monday morning, film director Tatia Pilieva …A first kiss captured on video goes viral to promote fashion labelThe … Read more
Alternative vehicle expo held in Richmondabc7news.comThe free two-day event at Richmond’s Craneway Pavilion kicked off this morning with remarks from Mayor Gayle McLaughlin, Contra Costa County Supervisor John Gioia and Randall Winston from Gov. Jerry Brown’s office. The expo will continue through … …read more Source: Richmond, California News Feed From Google News
WTOPWASHINGTON – Washington, D.C. has a significant number of natural gas leaks, and the issue is getting new attention after a massive explosion in New York City. Investigators are looking at the possibility a 125-year-old gas pipe contributed to the … and more …read more Source: Washington D.C. News From Google
Cleveland Firefighters Union President blasts city officials for ‘attack’ on …The Plain DealerCLEVELAND, Ohio — Cleveland Firefighters Union President Frank Szabo fought back Friday against city officials’ suggestion that the union has compromised the quality of fire and emergency medical services by rejecting the city’s terms for integrating … …read more Source: Cleveland News From … Read more
Gov. Rick Scott promotes cancer center funding plan in MiamiMiamiHerald.comFlorida Gov. Rick Scott visited the University of Miami’s Sylvester Comprehensive Cancer Center Friday to tout his budget proposal to spend $80 million helping Florida cancer centers qualify as National Cancer Institute (NCI) designated facilities.Governor Promotes Cancer Research Funding In MiamiCBS LocalGov. Rick Scott talks funding … Read more
Contra Costa TimesOAKLAND — A two-story vintage Victorian in West Oakland was still leaning precariously on Friday after keeling over the previous evening against an adjacent house. The pre-1900 Victorian home was being renovated in the 2400 block of Myrtle Street when …Wall of Victorian home in West Oakland collapsesKTVU San FranciscoWest Oakland: Victorian home … Read more
Caldwell Sheriff: 3 arrested with soliciting minors on social mediaWCNCCALDWELL COUNTY, N.C. – Investigators have arrested and charged three men in connection soliciting minors for sex using social media platforms. Authorities arrested Ronnie Logan Fisher, 40, Hunter James Lee McNeil, 18, and Ethan Cole Davis, 22. …read more Source: Social Media News Feed By Google
Alcohol permit denied for LA Skid Row restaurantModesto BeeLOS ANGELES — A Los Angeles zoning official has denied a beer and wine permit for a restaurant planned at a Skid Row apartment complex that houses recovering alcoholics and drug addicts. The Los Angeles Times (http://lat.ms/1gjtAor ) reports Associate …Main Street Restaurant Loses Bid for Liquor … Read more
Don MacCleay Oakland Green Party Complains About Jason Shake Anderson Don MacCleay, who some (including this blogger) say is the leader of The Oakland Green Party, has some pointed criticisms for Jason “Shake” Anderson, the Green Party Candidate in the Oakland Mayor’s Race. Among them, Don says Jason needs to learn to write better, to … Read more
Morris Brown and Atlanta may revive talks over selling propertyAtlanta Journal ConstitutionJones Lang LaSalle, the real estate firm charged with selling Morris Brown’s 37-acre campus, recently sent a letter to Atlanta Mayor Kasim Reed to gauge his interest, the Atlanta Journal-Constitution has learned through an open records request. Atlanta … …read more Source: Atlanta News … Read more
CBS sports.com (blog)For most of the draft process, that player was expected to be Texas Tech’s Jace Amaro, but after an inconsistent NFL Combine performance, that became less clear. He ran a disappointing 4.74 40-yard dash with more drops than expected during the …2014 NFL Draft: Matt Miller’s Scouting Notebook for First Week of Free … Read more
GameSpotRespawn cofounder Vince Zampella says he wants BioShock Infinite and Borderlands 2 port developer Aspyr to bring the game to Mac. by Eddie Makuch on March 14, 2014. 68 Comments
ESPN (blog)LOS ANGELES — Moments after the Los Angeles Clippers recorded their ninth straight win and took a big step toward clinching their second consecutive Pacific Division title, Chris Paul could not sit still in the locker room. He took off his jersey …Golden State Warriors fall to Los Angeles ClippersSan Jose Mercury NewsUtah Jazz: … Read more