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BBC SportCristiano Ronaldo scored twice as Real Madrid reached the Champions League last eight with a 9-2 aggregate win over German side Schalke. The forward opened the scoring in the 21st minute when he converted Gareth Bale’s square ball from close range.Jese injury shows that record-chaser Ronaldo should have been restedGoal.comReal Madrid’s Jese suffers cruciate … Read more
NewsdayTAMPA, Fla. – The buzz was back at Steinbrenner Field Tuesday as the Yankees and Red Sox renewed their storied rivalry in front of a sellout crowd in the first of two exhibition matchups in three days. There were many types of buzz in the ballpark, and not …Wrap up: Yankees 8, Red Sox 1Boston.comRed … Read more
Raises for Atlanta public school employees get preliminary approvalAtlanta Journal ConstitutionAtlanta Board of Education members voted unanimously for the spending plan, signaling their intent to fulfill campaign promises to increase educators’ pay for the first time in six years. Voters elected six new representatives to the nine-member board … and more …read more Source: Atlanta … Read more
GDC: Sony’s ‘Innovation at PlayStation’ Panel Live BlogIGNOn Tuesday, March 18, Sony will present its Driving the Future of Innovation at Sony Computer Entertainment panel at the annual Game Developers’ Conference, hosted by President of Worldwide Studios, Shuhei Yoshida, and Richard Marks, Senior Director … …read more Source: GDC 2014 News From Google News
Hogs HavenSnapshot: My curiosity on how the Washington Redskins have fared historically in the NFL draft compared to the rest of the league led to a greater general study of the NFL draft. I studied the past 10 drafts (2004-2013) to gather data, show team … …read more Source: NFL Combine News Feed From Google … Read more
County drops idea of banning Strip news racks, looks to take ownership of themLas Vegas SunBut it’s had less success removing the handbillers and news racks that also clog sidewalks, exemplified by a failed attempt late last year to ban all news racks within 300 feet of Las Vegas Boulevard between Russell Road and Sahara … Read more
ESPNFormer Seattle Seahawks wide receiver Golden Tate, who signed a five-year, $31 million deal with Detroit last week, said the offer from Seattle was “laughable” and that he is disappointed in how some Seahawks fans have turned on him for leaving. “I’m …Lions’ Golden Tate: Seattle Seahawks’ offer ‘laughable’NFL.comTate on 710AM: “I’m just appalled the … Read more
New York TimesDoku Umarov, who released a video clip last summer in which he threatened to attack the Sochi Olympics. Credit Agence France-Presse — Getty Images. the main story. the main story. the main story …Chechen warlord reported deadSydney Morning HeraldRussia’s Most Wanted Militant Leader Reported DeadVoice of AmericaChechen rebel leader Umarov dead, insurgent website … Read more
Los Angeles TimesWASHINGTON — A review of the emails and a search of a home flight simulator have found nothing so far to suggest the pilots on the missing plane purposely compromised the flight by diverting it away from Beijing, according to two U.S. law enforcement …Malaysia Airlines Flight 370 probe digs into past of … Read more
Oakland Considers Scrapping ShotSpotter, Richmond Says They Couldn’t Do …CBS LocalOAKLAND (KCBS)— At a cost of over a quarter-million dollars a year, some on the Oakland Police Department think ShotSpotter, the gunfire detection tool, is too expensive and may have run its course. The City of Richmond, however, says it can’t do … …read more … Read more
Dallas Morning News (blog)Chicago Bears nose tackle Jeremiah Ratliff (96) celebrates a third quarter sack of Dallas Cowboys quarterback Tony Romo. (Louis DeLuca/Dallas Morning News) 12102013xSPORTS. One year ago, the Cowboys’ defensive line had the appearance of a …Cowboys agree with Henry MeltonESPNHenry Melton tweets he’s joining the Dallas CowboysNBCSports.comJared Allen mulling options after Dallas … Read more
Daily MailThe Baby singer also tweeted, ‘Always making music. always grateful for the opportunity to do what i love. thank you.’ This show of hard work and appreciation is a rarity for Justin who has spent the past few months partying up a story, which resulted … …read more Source: Justin Bieber News From Google
Nashville Amp bill holds steady in House as critics look for amendmentThe TennesseanThe House Transportation Committee approved a bill that would only require transit projects on state roads, such as Nashville’s Amp, to be approved by groups that already have to sign off. But Rick Williams, chairman of the board of StopAmp.org Inc … and … Read more
The 10 most beautiful college campusesHouston ChronicleIt’s no secret that Texans are proud of their home state and fanatically loyal to their alma maters, and now the University of Houston alumni can brag a bit more since their school landed a spot on a recent ranking of the country’s most beautiful campuses. and more …read … Read more
SB NationWhen you start at left tackle for Alabama as a sophomore, you’re bound to be on the NFL’s radar. Cyrus Kouandjio first started appearing in games for the Crimson Tide as a redshirt freshman, and became a full-time starter during his third year on campus.NFL Mock Draft 2014: Saints Select Cyrus KouandjioCanal Street Chronicles … Read more
Huffington PostIt’s been almost a week since suspected drunk driver, Rashad Charjuan Owens, 21, plowed through a crowd at the South By Southwest music and film festival in Austin, Texas. The incident left three dead and nearly two dozen injured. Now, Owens faces …Third person dies after SXSW collisionsCNNSXSW 2014 In PicturesNPR (blog)Third death in … Read more
Union Plans Strike As Casinos NegotiateCBS LocalLAS VEGAS (AP) — Hotel workers are weighing whether to authorize their leaders to call a strike at nearly all downtown casinos and several Strip independent properties. The Culinary Union remains in negotiations with 13 independent casinos. Contracts …Vegas union plans strike vote as casinos negotiateKansas City Star all … Read more
ESPN (blog)3-on-3: Miami Heat vs. Cleveland Cavaliers. March, 18, 2014. Mar 18. 2:58. PM ET. Recommend0
Telegraph.co.ukBlithe Spirit, Gielgud Theatre, London, review. Angela Lansbury is on sparkling form in Blithe Spirit, one of Noël Coward’s most inventive comedies, says Charles Spencer. 5 5 out of 5 stars. Serena Evans as Mrs Bradman, Charles Edwards as Charles … and more …read more Source: London News From Google
A tale of two women: Paris set to get first female mayorFRANCE 24As France prepares to go to the polls this weekend in nationwide local elections, the outcome for Paris in at least one respect is a dead cert – the French capital is set to have its first woman mayor. In the lead – … Read more
Noé Restaurant and BarLA Downtown News OnlineLocated inside the Omni Los Angeles Hotel, Noé is perfectly located steps from the cultural attractions on Bunker Hill, and has become quite a destination for romantic dinners or after-work cocktails at the bar. Though the menu shifts with the seasons … …read more Source: Los Angeles Restaurant News … Read more
Taix RestaurantLA Downtown News OnlineDOWNTOWN LOS ANGELES – This bastion of French country cuisine is a Los Angeles original. Celebrating its 87th year in business, the restaurant’s affordable prices, extensive wine cellar and rich history have attracted a loyal following, not only from … …read more Source: Los Angeles Restaurant News From Google News
Stark InsiderSan Francisco and the Bay Area are once again well represented in this year’s James Beard award finalists. The list, which also included finalists for journalism, and cookbooks among other categories, features 13 chefs, restaurants from the area. Chef …Manresa scores big with three 2014 James Beard finalist nodsSan Jose Mercury NewsThese Are Some … Read more
Langer’s Delicatessen-RestaurantLA Downtown News OnlineDOWNTOWN LOS ANGELES – You know you’ve reached legend status when your restaurant’s signature item is so good that people simply refer to it as the #19 — tender pastrami, coleslaw, Swiss cheese and tangy Russian dressing on mind-blowing rye … …read more Source: Los Angeles Restaurant News From Google News
Glamour (blog)In New York City we’re lucky to have some of the world’s best restaurants and bars at our disposal. But we also have something even better: a constant backdrop of trendy, sometimes clamorous crowds. Here’s why, as a guy, I like this: I always feel like … …read more Source: New York Restaurant News … Read more
Alfredo Flores: 5 Things You Didn’t Know About Justin Bieber’s BFFHollywood LifeThe 24-year-old music video director has become a household name thanks to his work with A-list stars like Selena Gomez, Mariah Carey, Chris Brown — and most notably, Justin Bieber — who also happens to be Alfredo’s L.A. roommate and longtime best … …read … Read more
The Penthouse Club & Restaurant San Francisco Celebrates Two-Year …PR Web (press release)The “2 Year Anniversary” party will run from 7 p.m. – 2 a.m. The Penthouse Club & Restaurant San Francisco cordially invites their guests to come and bring a friend. To attend the party and receive complimentary admission, all guests must RSVP, however … Read more
Google redesigns Android to power smartwatchesHonolulu Star-AdvertiserThis Jan. 3, 2013 file photo shows a Google sign at the company’s headquarters in Mountain View, Calif. SAN FRANCISCO >> Google thinks it’s time for an Internet-connected watch that performs many of the same tasks as a smartphone but with fewer … and more …read more Source: Honolulu … Read more
Daily MailInstagram, Facebook, Foursquare and Twitter have meant that we often have a pretty good idea where our friends are. A new app uses that data to create an ‘antisocial network ‘ letting users easily avoid people they are less keen to meet. The Cloak app …Anti-Social Networking App Helps You Avoid Friends You Don’t … Read more
GDC 2014: Another Look at ‘Drifter’Touch ArcadeDrifter is a game we’ve been looking at since GDC 2012, following a successful Kickstarter and Steam Green Light campaign, the game is closer than ever to being done. The developers are still solidly in “When it’s done” mode, but they’re thinking it’ll … and more …read more Source: … Read more
The Penthouse Club & Restaurant San Francisco Celebrates Two-Year …DigitalJournal.comThe Penthouse Club & Restaurant San Francisco is excited to announce that they recently observed their two-year anniversary. They will be throwing a party at their club Thursday, March 20 to commemorate the special occasion. The “2 Year Anniversary” … …read more Source: San Francisco Restaurant … Read more
E! OnlineKate Winslet is spilling on her post-baby body! The Divergent star, who welcomed son Bear back on Dec. 7, says she was too busy after giving birth to overly worry about losing the pregnancy weight. “To be honest with you, after having a baby you end up …Kate Winslet explains her son’s name, Bear … Read more
Rock County delegation reports progress from Washington, DCGazettextraJANESVILLE—Business and community representatives who recently traveled to Washington, D.C., say they returned with a better understanding of how things work in the nation’s capital, a platform that will help them advance an agenda for Rock County. …read more Source: Washington D.C. News From Google
The Chris Christie Scandal Just Got WorseThe New RepublicWhen there is still snow on the ground past St. Patrick’s Day, thoughts turn longingly to the beach. Say, the Jersey Shore. Which in turn brings to mind the extreme yet comically ham-handed efforts of Governor Chris Christie’s administration to keep … …read more Source: Chris Christie … Read more
San Jose Mercury NewsHere goes nothing, with the possibility of nothing being applied in the most literal sense. I picked upsets, lots of ’em, early and late, in all four regions. My reasoning: Now that Michigan State is fully healthy, I consider the Spartans the team to beat. They have …Rob Lucas: Picking Spartans should … Read more