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BBC NewsWalking Dead creator Frank Darabont is suing US TV network AMC, claiming he is owed “tens of millions of dollars”. Darabont contends he was abruptly sacked from the hit zombie show ahead of its second series to avoid paying him an increased profit share …Fired ‘Walking Dead’ Creator Frank Darabont Sues AMC for ProfitsHollywood … Read more
USA TODAYLONDON — Ronnie Biggs, the notorious British criminal who became famous for taking part in the Great Train Robbery of 1963 — then for evading a global Scotland Yard manhunt for decades after escaping from prison — died Wednesday in London.Ronnie Biggs, Great Train Robber, Dies at 84New York TimesFamily: ‘Great Train Robber’ Ronnie … Read more
USA TODAYJUBA, South Sudan (AP) — Fighting in South Sudan has killed up to 500 people, U.N. diplomats said Tuesday, and the United Nations fears the violence in the oil-rich East African country is “largely along ethnic lines.” The United States ordered its citizens to …UN told up to 500 killed in South Sudan clashes: … Read more
South Bend TribuneFormer Homeland Security Secretary Janet Napolitano will lead the U.S. delegation to the opening ceremonies of the Winter Olympics next year in Sochi, Russia. The White House says tennis champion Billie Jean King and U.S. Ambassador to Russia …Napolitano heads diverse Olympic delegationSan Francisco ChronicleGot a Light? Olympic Torch Relay Seems Cursed to … Read more
USA TODAYLOS ANGELES – Nearly 90 minutes after winning The Voice on Tuesday, Tessanne Chin said the feeling still hadn’t sunken in. “It was absolute shock. I can’t explain the emotions coursing through my body” when she heard her name called by host Carson …‘The Voice’ Season 5 finale: Tessanne Chin wins, thanks coach Adam … Read more
Telegraph.co.ukThe only person born in a North Korean labour camp to have escaped to the West has written an impassioned open letter to Dennis Rodman, the former US basketball star, asking him to use his influence with Kim Jong-un to make him “hear the cries of his …Tragedy-stricken Kim Kyong-huiKorea TimesNo Sign of Purge for … Read more
CNN(CNN) — The arrest and detention of an Indian consular official in New York on visa fraud charges has created a diplomatic uproar with punitive steps taken against State Department officials in New Delhi. Devyani Khobragade, India’s deputy consul …Indian Diplomat’s Arrest in New York Sparks Row With USTIMEIndia demolishes US embassy barriers after diplomat’s … Read more
New York TimesShe sounds like the girl next door — young, friendly, eager. For Theodore Twombly (Joaquin Phoenix), the poetically melancholic hero in “Her,” Spike Jonze’s exquisite new movie, that voice (Scarlett Johansson) is a lifeline to the world, which he has …Review: Spike Jonze’s ‘Her’ shows love’s perils — in any formLos Angeles TimesActor … Read more
New York Daily NewsSorry Beliebers — Justin is calling it quits. The 19-year-old superstar went on Power 106, a Los Angeles hip hop station, and said his next album, “Journals,” will be his last. PHOTOS: BIEBER FEVER: JUSTIN BIEBER THROUGH THE YEARS. The album is …‘Don’t Quit Music’: Justin Bieber’s Fans Plead With Popstar After … Read more
MiamiHerald.comOAKLAND, Calif._Andre Iguodala is back, and not coincidentally, so are the Warriors. After missing the previous 12 games with a left-hamstring strain, the versatile swingman returned to the lineup Tuesday night, and even though he personally showed some …Curry shines as Warriors top PelicansChicago TribuneWarriors dust Pelicans in Andre Iguodala’s returnSan Francisco ChronicleNBA roundup: Warriors … Read more
USA TODAYRon Burgundy is having a renaissance with Anchorman 2, which opens Wednesday. So is the man who inspired the iconic character, Detroit anchor legend Mort Crim. The former WDIV-TV (Channel 4) newsman has been graciously handling a barrage of …‘Anchorman 2’: Compared to original, it’s kind of a bigger dealChicago Sun-TimesWill Ferrell rides Ron … Read more
USA TODAYOAKLAND, Calif. (AP) — Maybe it was Andre Iguodala’s presence in the starting lineup. Maybe it was coach Mark Jackson publicly challenging his players. Or maybe it was simply facing an undermanned opponent at home. Whatever the reason, the Golden …Warriors dust Pelicans in Andre Iguodala’s returnSan Francisco ChroniclePelicans-Warriors, BoxSan Jose Mercury NewsWarriors whip … Read more
CNN(CNN) — Astronauts will conduct a series of Christmas-week spacewalks to replace a faulty coolant pump aboard the International Space Station that has forced operations to be scaled back since last week, NASA announced Tuesday. Two astronauts, Mike …Space-station astronauts going out to fix cooling pumpThe Seattle TimesAstronaut May Spacewalk in Weightless Wonderland to Fix … Read more
USA TODAYST. LOUIS (AP) — Antti Niemi thinks the San Jose Sharks have finally found the key to beating the St. Louis Blues. It’s all about familiarity. “It took a while, but now we know how they play and that’s what’s made us better against them,” Niemi said. “We’re …San Jose Sharks hold off St. … Read more
USA TODAYDETROIT (AP) — The Anaheim Ducks used a fast start to stay on a roll. Sami Vatanen had a goal and an assist and Anaheim used a four-goal first period to extend their winning streak to six games with a 5-2 win over the Detroit Red Wings on Tuesday night.Ducks blitz Red Wings in … Read more
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ESPNEverybody just needs to be patient and give things time to work. Stop me if you’ve heard any of this before. Any one of these refrains was heard on a nightly basis for most of last season. And, eventually, the Los Angeles Lakers did get it together …Breaking Down Los Angeles Lakers’ Best Trade BaitBleacher … Read more
Minneapolis Star TribunePortland Trail Blazers forward LaMarcus Aldridge, left, looks to pass against Dallas Mavericks forward Dirk Nowitzki, from Germany, during the first half of an NBA basketball game in Portland, Ore., Saturday, Dec. 7, 2013. (AP Photo/Don Ryan). Photo: Don …Dion Waiters denies asking for trade, scores 25 against Portland (Syracuse and …Syracuse.com all … Read more
USA TODAYSAN FRANCISCO — Facebook on Tuesday said it soon plans to begin video advertising within members’ News Feeds, a move that takes aim at massive spending budgets for television ads. The social-networking giant says in a “short amount of time” …Facebook’s Video Ads Risk Alienating UsersWall Street JournalFacebook starting to show video commercials that … Read more
USA TODAYNEW YORK (AP) — Second baseman Brian Roberts and the New York Yankees have agreed to a one-year, $2 million contract, according to a person familiar with the negotiations. The person spoke to The Associated Press on condition of anonymity …Seeking Infield and Bullpen Help, the Yankees Turn to Two VeteransNew York TimesYankees agree … Read more
USA TODAYFor the second consecutive game, Damian Lillard knocked down the winning shot for the Portland Trail Blazers. This time, it came at the expense of the Cleveland Cavaliers: dame. Lillard’s deep three-pointer put the Blazers ahead 119-116 with 0.4 seconds …Kyrie Irving: Kyrie Irving plays well in loss to LillardRotoworld.comLillard’s 3 lifts Blazers to … Read more
USA TODAYDespite gaining approval for the use of testosterone replacement therapy, Antonio Silva still failed his post-fight drug test following a “Fight of the Year” candidate against Mark Hunt in the headliner of UFC Fight Night 33. The Ultimate Fighting Championship …‘Bigfoot’€™ Silva flunks post-fight drug test, stripped of $50K bonusFOXSports.comAntonio ‘Bigfoot’ Silva insists failed … Read more
USA TODAYMELBOURNE, Fla. — NASA spacewalkers hope to give the International Space Station a fully functioning cooling system for Christmas. The space agency on Tuesday decided three spacewalks, starting this weekend and culminating on Christmas Day, were …NASA plans three spacewalks for crucial repairs on space stationCNETSpacewalks Set to Fix Broken Space Station PumpNew York … Read more
HoopsWorldA showdown Wednesday between the Miami Heat and Indiana Pacers might be missing some star power. Reigning MVP LeBron James said Tuesday he was “very sore and very stiff” after rolling his ankle in Monday’s victory over the Utah Jazz. James is …LeBron weathers twisted ankle to lead Heat past JazzUSA TODAYLeBron James misses Heat … Read more
CBS NewsWASHINGTON Former Homeland Security Secretary Janet Napolitano will lead the U.S. delegation to the opening ceremonies of the Winter Olympics next year in Sochi, Russia. The White House says tennis champion Billie Jean King and U.S. Ambassador …Obama sends message by naming Sochi Olympic delegationUSA TODAYNapolitano heads US Olympic delegationSan Francisco ChronicleFigure Skating to … Read more
The Detroit NewsVetearn reliever Jose Veras will pitch for the Cubs in 2014, and finishing 2013 with the Tigers. (Robin Buckson / Detroit News). Chicago — A person familiar with the situation said the Chicago Cubs and reliever Jose Veras were closing in on a $4 million, …AP source: Cubs, Jose Veras near $4M contractWashington … Read more
New York TimesMOSCOW — In a sharp rebuff to the West in the diplomatic wrangle over Ukraine, President Vladimir V. Putin said Tuesday that Russia would come to the rescue of its financially troubled neighbor, providing $15 billion in loans and a steep discount on natural …Russian bailout wins Ukraine economic respite but deepens political … Read more
USA TODAYThe Brooklyn Nets seem to have turned around an atrocious start to the season. They blew out the Philadelphia 76ers 130-94 to win the fourth of their last five games. The biggest reason for Monday’s dominance was Joe Johnson, who had the best quarter of …Defense not giving Sixers a chanceThe IntelligencerAll Paul McCartney … Read more
USA TODAYCHARLOTTE — Carolina Panthers coach Ron Rivera can thank St. Louis Rams sack master Robert Quinn and his line mates for providing a blueprint on how to stop the New Orleans Saints and quarterback Drew Brees in Sunday’s NFC South first-place …Saints release K Garrett HartleyWashington PostSaints release kicker Garrett HartleyPhilly.comGarrett Hartley waived by … Read more
USA TODAYThe White House delivered a strong message of opposition to Russia’s anti-gay laws Tuesday with the announcement of its delegation to the opening ceremony of the Sochi Olympics. The White House delegation will include an openly gay athlete: tennis …Figure Skating to Air Live on TV From Sochi GamesABC NewsObamas, Biden to skip the … Read more
USA TODAYPresident Obama’s selection of Billie Jean King for the official U.S. delegation to the 2014 Sochi Winter Olympic Games is a stroke of genius. What better way to show the nation’s disgust for President Vladimir Putin’s anti-gay propaganda law than for Obama …Figure Skating to Air Live on TV From Sochi GamesABC NewsSochi Winter … Read more
USA TODAYWill Ferrell finally listened to die-hard fans of his 2004 comedy Anchorman: The Legend of Ron Burgundy after years of taking questions at every port around the world. “Regardless of what movie we were taking about, by the end of the interview, there were …‘Anchorman 2’ review: Plenty of laughs and plenty of groans … Read more
USA TODAYAfter proud mom Kim Kardashian shared a shot of six-month-old baby Nori on Instagram on Monday, captioning it simply “SMILE,” the comments began rolling in, especially on Kim’s Facebook page. Many of them were complimentary, pointing out that the …Kanye West Not Footing $250000 Bill for Kim Kardashian’s Glam SquadE! OnlineDid Kim Kardashian wax … Read more