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Chicago Bears: Top 5 Needs For The 2016 NFL DraftNFL MocksIt’s still too early to starting projecting where the Chicago Bears might be selecting in the 2016 NFL draft, despite rumors they’re already in position for the #1 overall pick. However, it is starting to become clear where their priorities will lay in …Bears have … Read more
African designers make business case for ethical fashionYahoo NewsThe Ethical Fashion Initiative, a programme run by the Geneva-based International Trade Centre (ITC), has already helped some 20 top designers including Vivienne Westwood and Stella McCartney to source original textiles, jewellery and other accessories …and more …read more From:: Fashion News By Google News
Vin Scully Sets Guinness World RecordCBS LocalLOS ANGELES (CBSLA.com) — Los Angeles Dodgers broadcaster Vin Scully was officially authenticated by Guinness World Records as the longest-serving sports broadcaster for any team. Scully has been behind the microphone for Dodgers games for 66 …and more …read more From:: Los Angeles Sports News By Google News
Scientists: Drought stressing California’s Giant SequoiasWashington PostSEQUOIA NATIONAL PARK, Calif. — Scientists say California’s historic drought is stressing the state’s treasured Giant Sequoia trees, some of the largest and oldest living things on earth. Koren Nydick, a National Park Service ecologist, says there’s …and more …read more From:: Business News By Google News
Switzerland to Extradite South American Soccer Official Rafael Esquivel to the USTIMESwiss authorities on Wednesday approved the extradition of Venezuelan soccer official Rafael Esquivel to the U.S., the BBC reports. Esquivel was among seven officials involved in a mass arrest on a U.S. warrant in Zurich, Switzerland, on May 27. He …FIFA Official’s Extradition Approved … Read more
Swiss authorities ask Fifa for access to Valke’s emailsEyewitness NewsValcke, the second-in-command to President Sepp Blatter at Fifa, was put on leave and “released from his duties” last Thursday after allegations he was involved in a plan to re-sell 2014 World Cup tickets at a big mark-up, pending an investigation by …Swiss authorities ask FIFA … Read more
Teen accused of fake bomb threats against Corona and Las Vegas schoolsLos Angeles TimesThe FBI said the boy is behind similar swatting attacks on high schools in Las Vegas. It’s unclear how the boy selected the schools that he allegedly threatened. “We don’t know how he chooses those schools,” Mercado said, “or what his connection … Read more
Construction continues on Topgolf near the StripLas Vegas Review-JournalConstruction at Topgolf Las Vegas at Koval Lane and Harmon Avenue just east of the Strip is seen on Wednesday, Sept. 23, 2015. The eight acre $50 million, four-level, 105,000-square-foot facility is scheduled to open in spring 2016. JEFF SCHEID/LAS … …read more From:: Las Vegas Strip … Read more
Oakland Raiders accused of not adding gold paint to field in honor of Super …abc7news.comThe Oakland Raiders are accused of defying the National Football League by not adding special gold paint to its field in honor of Super Bowl 50. As every other NFL team stepped up to the line for the league and painted … Read more
Bill Belichick praises ‘underrated’ leader Rob GronkowskiSportingNews.comIt takes something special to animate Bill Belichick, the brusque Patriots coach who, over his career, has personified monotone coach-speak. Enter Rob Gronkowski. MORE: Classic photos of Rob Gronkowski. When asked about his star tight end Wednesday, …Pats’ Gronkowski earns strong praise from BelichickWashington Post 6 memories from Tom … Read more
T-Mobile to Sell iPhone 6s for as Low as $5 Month with Trade-IneWeekAs the new iPhones set to launch Sept. 25, T-Mobile is cutting its prices if customers trade in certain recent models of smartphones. T-Mobile has announced a new initiative to sell Apple’s latest iPhone 6s and 6s Plus smartphones for as little as … Read more
How 5 of Trent Baalke’s Recent Draft Picks Are Helping, Hurting the 49ersBleacher ReportNow, the Niners are the eighth-youngest team in the league, and a lot of their starters are playing together for the first time. General manager Trent Baalke is rebuilding the roster around the draft picks he made the past three years and … Read more
Big Brother Season 17 Comes to an End! Who Took Home the Big Prize in the Finale?E! OnlineWe’ve found our least favorite thing about the fall: the end of Big Brother. We don’t know what it is about a bunch of randos living in a house and partaking in challenges that look like they’re set … Read more
Minnesota Twins enjoy themselves at expense of Corey Kluber, Cleveland Indians …cleveland.comCLEVELAND, Ohio — Third baseman Trevor Plouffe went 3-for-4 with an RBI double and right-hander Phil Hughes pitched five shutout innings as the Minnesota Twins defeated the Cleveland Indians, 4-2, Wednesday night at misty Target Field in Minneapolis, …Minnesota Twins 4, Cleveland Indians 2: … Read more
Behind-the-scenes look at Charlotte’s top hip–hop stationFOX 46 CharlotteFox 46 takes a behind the scenes look at one of Charlotte’s top hip–hop stations, Power 98 FM with No Limit Larry and The Morning Maddhouse. There is more to Power 98 FM’s success than what meets the ear. Behind the scenes No Limit Larry says … … Read more
Oakland Raiders vs. Cleveland Browns: Full Oakland Game PreviewBleacher ReportThe Oakland Raiders prepare to win their first game on the road since Week 11 of the 2013 season against the Houston Texans. This upstart Raiders team must break through more barriers to register as a real contender on the NFL schedule. Until then, the …Browns, … Read more
Bar/fly: Karatel, KievNew Zealand HeraldThe title of the menu, “Long live Junta”, and its Hitler-like caricatures of Vladimir Putin are some of the more benign gags at a new bar in Kiev, packed nightly with crowds. Opened this month, the Karatel bar, whose name translates as “The Punisher …Kiev pays for Russian gas with ‘negotiations’ … Read more
About that Nashville Cliffhanger: Did Deacon Live? Find Out What’s Next in …E! OnlineSpoiler alert, do not read the following article if you’ve yet to watch Nashville’s season four premiere on Wednesday night. Everyone else, read on! Deacon lives! The season four premiere of Nashville very quickly resolved the major cliffhanger from …‘Nashville’ Season 4 … Read more
Banksy artwork headed to Julien’s Auctions in Beverly HillsKABC-TVJulien’s Auctions in Beverly Hills gave us an early look at its Street Art exhibit. Works from Shepard Fairey and Space Invader will be up for sale starting next Wednesday, but it’s the pieces from Banksy that are drawing the most attention. His …and more …read more … Read more
Sydney startup WooBoard acquired by Reffind in AU$1.25m dealZDNetSydney-based WooBoard currently has 46 clients using its platform in Asia Pacific, the US, and in Europe; and Reffind said the acquisition offers immediate entry into the US market, where more than 10 of the startup’s clients are based, including …and more …read more From:: Startup Tech … Read more
Porsche unveiled The Mission E, their new electric carPulse HeadlinesGermany – Porsche unveiled at the 2015 Frankfurt Motor Show an encouraging electrical concept called “The Mission E”. The German car manufacturer stated that the electric car concept has a range of 310 miles and will hit from 0 to 62 mph in just 3 …Tesla … Read more
Should Cardale Jones have entered the 2015 NFL Draft?247Sports.comSpeaking to NFL.com’s Lance Zierlein, an NFC personnel director said that Jones should have left for the league before his flaws were exposed. “I’m never an advocate for players leaving school early when they aren’t ready to, but Cardale (Jones) would …and more …read more From:: NFL … Read more
Optus partners with fintech startup hubZDNetThe partnership, announced on Thursday morning, will see Optus provide IT services, Wi-Fi connectivity, and managed security to the non-profit hub. The innovation centre currently houses 41 startups focusing on such sectors as predictive data analytics …and more …read more From:: Startup Tech News From Google News
9000-year-old ritual decapitation discovered in BrazilCNETArchaeologists dig up the site of a ritual decapitation in which a person’s head was buried along with amputated hands. It’s coming soon to a campfire tale near you. Sci-Tech. 24 September 201511:44 am AEST. Danny Gallagher mugshot. by Danny …9000-Year-Old Skull May be Earliest Known DecapitationNBCNews.com Strange stoneage skull-hands … Read more
Victim shot to death in NE HoustonChron.comPolice are investigating a fatal shooting Wednesday night in northeast Houston. According to initial reports, one person was shot to death at about 8:15 p.m. along the 9700 block of Mesa. Houston police homicide detectives are heading to the scene.HPD investigating fatal shooting in NE HoustonKTRK-TV all 2 news … Read more
NCAA Basketball –SportsBlog.com (blog)Hey everyone, today is March 20, 2014 and I have offically had my blog for, four days now! If you all read my first post, I had said that sports are my passion. I may not always write everyday on sports, but occasionally I will. Today happens to be one … …read … Read more
Breaking down Week 4 college football odds and best betsSI.comWeek 4 of the college football season is headlined by a trio of Pac-12 match-ups: Utah visiting Oregon, UCLA going to Arizona and Arizona State hosting USC. Trying to bet on the Pac-12 week to week is a cruel, often pointless endeavor that can end in … Read more
Top 5 Most Underpaid NBA Players for 2015-2016CBS LocalSAN ANTONIO, TX – JUNE 15: Tim Duncan #21 of the San Antonio Spurs reacts with teammates after winning 2014 NBA Finals at AT&T Center on June 15, 2014 in San Antonio, Texas. (Credit: Nathaniel S. Butler/NBAE via Getty Images) … …read more From:: NBA News By … Read more
HK$100 million for new pitch at Hong Kong Stadium – but government says …South China Morning Post (subscription)The highly anticipated World Cup soccer qualifier between Hong Kong and China is unlikely to be staged at Hong Kong Stadium, despite government officials hailing the HK$100 million renovation of the troubled pitch. Government officials called the pitch … Read more
Documentary on Oakland’s trails set to debut at ChabotContra Costa TimesThe film will loop throughout the evening, giving patrons ample opportunity to view it. While the event is free, admission tickets must be obtained online. There will be speakers, including Mayor Libby Schaaf, and an opportunity to ask the film makers …and more …read more … Read more
Home, Sweet Home for Seattle Seahawks Fantasy Football ProductionSeahawks.comThe Seahawks return to Seattle for their home opener this week. It should be an energized atmosphere as the Seahawks host the Chicago Bears with their first victory of 2015 in their sights. This looks to be a good matchup for the Seahawks on both sides …and … Read more
Gun thefts on the rise in Las Vegas, 1694 firearms reported stolenKLAS-TVLAS VEGAS. Gun thefts are on the rise in Las Vegas, according to Metro Police. In a news conference held Wednesday, Metro said from Jan. 1, 2015 to Sept. 5, 2015, a total of 1,694 firearms were reported stolen in Metro’s jurisdiction. That puts … Read more
Highlights From Pope Francis’ Visit to DCNew York TimesPope Francis got down to business in Washington on Wednesday, handling matters of both church and state. He met with President Obama and addressed America’s bishops. He canonized the Rev. Junípero Serra, who became the first person declared a …and more …read more From:: New York City … Read more
Who owns hip hop?Fox5NYForbes says he is the biggest money maker in hip hop despite not doing much performing. In search of the music, the message and the artists who articulate their life experiences on the mic, I came to the Bronx to ask the question: Who owns hip hop?Dr. Dre earned $620 million last … Read more
Rent vs. Buy index shows renting benefits in Dallas, HoustonWFAA“If I am in Dallas right now, I negotiate a little more shrewdly,” Johnson said. “Don’t be afraid to walk away from a deal.” Johnson expects home price growth in North Texas to slow in the months ahead, which would prevent the market from overheating. …read … Read more