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Dallas civil rights pioneer Sam Tasby dies at 93WFAAIn 1970, he filed suit and became the lead plaintiff in the desegregation case against Dallas ISD. He prevailed, and a Dallas ISD middle school now bears his name. The Dallas Morning News reports that a funeral will be held Saturday at Concord Church …and more …read … Read more
DIY Braces YouTube Video Tutorials A Dangerous TrendThe InquisitrIf one searches for “DIY braces” on YouTube, many videos will show up — mostly featuring young girls — showing each other how to create do-it-yourself dental braces. However, the DIY braces are a dangerous trend. Unlike innocent DIY make-up tutorials …and more …read more From:: YouTube … Read more
Only on 7NEWS: 11-year-old girl speaks after being shot by stranger in north …The Denver ChannelHer family knows the emotional scars from what happened may trump the one on her leg. “She’s going to be scared,” Tena said. “My other little cousin (who was with her)– she was just crying and crying all night long.” … Read more
Rockies’ Chris Rusin tosses shutout against San Diego PadresThe Denver PostStarting pitcher Chris Rusin #52 of the Colorado Rockies delivers to home plate during the first inning against the San Diego Padres at Coors Field on Aug.16, 2015. (Justin Edmonds, Getty Images) …Matt Kemp hits for cycle and San Diego Padres beat Rockies 9-5FOXSports.com Matt … Read more
Record Number of Travelers Strain Seattle AirportABC NewsFour million passengers passed through Seattle-Tacoma International Airport in June, breaking a monthly record set in 2014 but straining services and creating long lines at security checkpoints. Passenger traffic is up 13 percent so far this year …Travelers pack fast growing Seattle-Tacoma AirportFox Business all 112 news articles … Read more
Shriya Saran’s shocker: Why the ‘Drishyam’ actress doesn’t want ‘Jism Ki Aag 2 …Daily News & AnalysisIt’s one film Shriya Saran probably doesn’t want released in Bollywood. At least, not now that she has a Drishyam and a Midnight’s Children behind her. Or a Sivaji for that matter. But the promo of Jism Ki Aag … Read more
Army parachutist dies after Chicago air show accidentUSA TODAYCINCINNATI — A Cincinnati native and graduate of Lakota West High School injured Saturday while performing a stunt at the Chicago Air & Water show has died as a result of his injuries, the Cook County medical examiner. confirmed Sunday evening.Army parachutist dies after Air & Water … Read more
Z Nation at SDCC 2015 – Talking With Doc, 10K, Citizen Z, & Karl SchaeferThree If By SpaceZ Nation is a show that loves to play with its food. Or, more accurately, it’s a show that puts the fun back(?) in zombies. At this year’s San Diego Comic-Con we had a chance to sit down … Read more
Atlanta Falcons’ backup quarterback job wide open at this pointFOXSports.comRenfree was actually better during Atlanta’s opening preseason game, completing 6-of-7 passes for 68 yards, while Yates completed 9-of-15 passes for 105 yards and an interception. We still have three games left of evaluation though, so don’t read too …and more …read more From:: Atlanta Sports … Read more
Atlanta Falcons unsure on likelihood of re-signing Prince ShemboFOXSports.comIt’s a pretty interesting scenario, as Shembo pleaded to a misdemeanor and a fine, leaving him as a free agent currently. While it’s unknown as to whether or not he’d face discipline from the league, it’ll be worth watching to see if Atlanta chooses to …and more … Read more
3 killed, 25 wounded in weekend shootings across ChicagoChicago Sun-TimesA 21-year-old man was shot shortly after 1 p.m. in the 5700 block of South Paulina and taken to Stroger Hospital, where he died at 1:52 p.m., according to Chicago Police and the Cook County medical examiner’s office. His name was withheld pending …2 dead, at … Read more
Miami Marlins end skid to CardinalsMiami HeraldDavid Phelps’ homecoming was short and not so sweet, but the Marlins’ bullpen provided a pick-me-up and helped the team get out of town with its first win of the season against the Cardinals. Five Miami relievers followed the injured starter Phelps and …Dietrich, Marlins Avoid Sweep With 6-4 … Read more
Jason Day wins PGA Championship in record fashionUSA TODAYSHEBOYGAN, Wis. — Heading to the first tee on a bright Sunday at Whistling Straits for the final round of the PGA Championship, Jason Day was hauling a lot of major scar tissue. He left hauling the hefty Wanamaker Trophy. In a historical display of …PGA Championship: … Read more
Disney Infinity 3.0 adds Marvel Battlegrounds set, new figures, and moreShacknewsIt was a no-brainer that Disney Infinity would be a part of the D23 Expo panel on Disney gaming and, as expected, some new figures have joined the party. The game is also slated to get some new Play Sets, including a new one for … Read more
Giants‘ Madison Bumgarner homers, strikes out 14 in 3-hit shutout of NatsESPNSAN FRANCISCO — On the day the Giants honored Hall of Fame pitcher Juan Marichal, left-hander Madison Bumgarner gave San Francisco a performance worthy of the high-kicking Dominican. Bumgarner homered and doubled, and struck out 14 while …Giants take series against Nationals, keep hittingMcCovey … Read more
Hong Kong contemporary art show to strike a chord in TaiwanSouth China Morning Post (subscription)The city’s latest artistic roadshow is expected to strike a chord in Taiwan on a very human level, the chief curator says. Eve Tam Mei-yee, director of the Hong Kong Museum of Art since 2012, said “In the Name of Art … Read more
Comic Fans Flock to Elmira for Twin Tiers Comic ConTWC NewsIt was a celebration of all things science-fiction and fantasy at this weekend’s Twin Tiers Comic–Con in Elmira. Costumes, sketches, and celebrity meet-and-greets were all part of the fun. Megan Zhang has a look inside First Arena. ELMIRA, N.Y …Record turnout for Twin Tiers Comic … Read more
Morgan Freeman’s Step-Granddaughter Stabbed to DeathFOX40BEVERLY HILLS, CA – JANUARY 16: Actor Morgan Freeman and E’Dena Hines arrive to the 62nd Annual Golden Globe Awards at the Beverly Hilton Hotel January 16, 2005 in Beverly Hills, California. (Photo by Kevin Winter/Getty Images). × …Morgan Freeman’s granddaughter dies following stabbing in New YorkMashable Watch: Morgan Freeman’s … Read more
Seven Days, Seven Nights: Marvel Universe Live!, Festival Mode & Design among …Montreal GazetteSuperhero fans will enjoy the Marvel Universe Live! experience that brings together 25 Marvel icons — including Spider-Man and The Avengers — at the Bell Centre for an epic quest to prevent the Mighty Thor’s villainous brother Loki from cloning the … … Read more
This statement from President Obama was released to me by The White House today: THE WHITE HOUSE Office of the Press Secretary FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE August 16, 2015 Statement by the President on the Passing of Julian Bond Julian Bond was a hero and, I’m privileged to say, a friend. Justice and equality was the … Read more
Fashion for amputees: Clothing line for disabled launched in NYC (VIDEO)RTA special line of clothing for amputees was launched in New York City on Saturday. It has been created by a designer, who is an amputee herself, to make it easier for the disabled to get dressed and undressed. The new line is called “Amped … Read more
Cleveland woman charged in stabbing death of friend of 15 yearscleveland.comCLEVELAND, Ohio — A woman is accused of fatally stabbing her friend of 15 years during an argument that started over a “minor altercation” between their children, police say. Michaellynn Hutchins-McMiller, 32, of Cleveland, is charged with murder in … …read more From:: Cleveland News … Read more
University Of Alabama Alpha Phi Sorority Removes 2015 YouTube Video, But …The InquisitrEven though the original video that went viral was removed from the Alpha Phi YouTube channel after sites like AI.com and the Daily Mail picked up on the Alpha Phi video, copies of the video originally titled “Alabama Alpha Phi 2015″ can still … Read more
‘Star Wars,’ ‘Captain America’ wow at D23USA TODAYDisney didn’t give a timeline for the additions, but park attendees will experience more Star Wars even before the themed lands are ready: Popular indoor roller coaster Space Mountain will transform into Hyperspace Mountain; 3D simulator Star Tours …Disney announces Star Wars will be part of its theme … Read more
Women’s Soccer Tops Detroit, 4-0, in Exhibition MatchMichigan State AthleticsDETROIT – The Michigan State women’s soccer team pulled off a 4-0 win in an exhibition game against the University of Detroit Mercy on Sunday. Gabrielle Gauruder earned valuable playing time in goal with two saves while earning the win on the road. …read more From:: … Read more
Authorities report spike in car break-ins in San FranciscoWashington TimesAccording to the San Francisco Police Department there were 11,917 reported vehicle burglaries in the city from January through June. It’s escalated 62 percent from 2013, during the same period. And it’s skyrocketed 171 percent from 2010, a year that …San Francisco sees spike in car … Read more
D23: Updates on Kingdom Hearts III, Disney Infinity 3.0, and Star WarsComingSoon.netStraight from their video games panel at D23 Expo, Disney Interactive has provided a number of new updates on some upcoming titles, including the highly-anticipated Kingdom Hearts III and the upcoming Disney Infinity 3.0. Square Enix and Disney …‘Disney Infinity’ Reveals ‘Star Wars: The … Read more
Gamescom 2015: What Microsoft Corporation Wants You to KnowMotley FoolDuring its press conference, Microsoft showed off several upcoming Xbox One games, including Halo 5 and Rise of the Tomb Raider. The most interesting one from an investor perspective, however, is Crackdown 3, a third-person action game that relies on …and more …read more From:: Game … Read more
This 60-Year-Old Is Your New YouTube Beauty GuruRefinery29Not so for 60-year-old beauty vlogger, mother of two, and grandmother of seven, Melissa55. Jezebel came across her gem of a YouTube page, and all we can say is thank you. This Southern mega-babe has a “let’s sit a spell and drink sweet tea on the porch …This … Read more
Some Los Angeles Cops Reportedly Upset Over Release of Gangsta Rap Flick …TheBlaze.comSome Los Angeles police officers apparently aren’t thrilled about the theatrical release of “Straight Outta Compton,” a biopic about legendary gangsta rap group N.W.A.. TMZ reported that officers, who weren’t named, told the site that the movie …Cast of ‘Straight Outta Compton’ surprises … Read more
Target Corporation Experiment Could Bring Apple Inc iBeacon MainstreamMotley FoolFor those unfamiliar, Apple unveiled a new communication standard it named iBeacon at its 2013 Worldwide Developers Conference. However, in popular usage, the term iBeacon causes confusion at times because people, and even Apple itself occasionally … …read more From:: Game Developers Conference News By Google … Read more
Investigation underway after man found dead in SW Houston houseKPRC HoustonThe Houston Police Department is investigating after a man was found dead in a southwest Houston house in the 16000 block of Lazy Ridge Drive on Sunday. Police said the man was found in his bed with head trauma. KPRC 2 was told the man … Read more
Gandhi statue unveiled at entrance to Houston’s Little IndiaChron.comJust a day after celebrations globally of Indian Independence, members of Houston’s swelling Indian population gathered to mark the hub of their community with a monument of Mahatma Gandhi.A marble edifice bearing a bronze engraving of Gandhi’s face … …read more From:: Houston News From Google News
Vanderbilt football unveils new alternate uniformSI.comVanderbilt football unveiled a new alternate Nike uniform on Sunday. The theme of the new gray uniform is “Deep Water.” It will be added to the team’s existing set of uniforms, which include black, gold and white color combinations. The Commodores are …and more …read more From:: College Football News … Read more
Atlanta Braves Walkoff On Snakes 2-1 in Miller’s GemAtlanta All DayOffensively the Atlanta Braves scored their two runs on nine hits today, with Cameron Maybin, Andrelton Simmons, and Jace Peterson each recording two hits apiece. Atlanta was able to get on base against Arizona’s starter Rubby De La Rose (7 hits and 4 …Corbin deals, … Read more