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TV shows that addressed tough social issuesChron.comSocial media was overflowing with emotion Wednesday night and and into Thursday morning, as television viewers reacted to a decidedly serious episode of ABC’s sitcom “black-ish.” The episode took an unflinching look at police brutality and race … …read more From:: TV Shows News On Google News
President Obama Nominates Judge Lucy Haeran Koh to serve on the United States Court of AppealsWhitehouse.gov (press release)“Judge Lucy Haeran Koh has distinguished herself as a first-rate jurist with unflagging integrity and evenhandedness,” President Obama said. “I am grateful for her service to the state of California and look forward to adding her considerable wisdom … Read more
Unique fashion show features Philadelphia University students’ creations6abc.comStudents from a fashion design, problem-solving class showcased their avantgarde fashions by exploring the limits of their creativity – fabric and beading replaced with things like straws and plastic utensils. “It’s just all about experimenting with … …read more From:: Fashion News By Google News
FIFA Election: MLS Commissioner Don Garber to cast US Soccer’s vote for Prince AliMLSsoccer.comIt’ll be the biggest soccer story in the world on Friday: the election to replace Sepp Blatter as new FIFA president. And MLS Commissioner Don Garber will be among those casting a ballot. Garber is a member of the US delegation that … Read more
First look: Marvel’s Star Wars Special: C-3PO #1 reveals mystery of red armEntertainment WeeklyJ.J. Abrams has been mum when asked the question, claiming that the decision came from wanting to mark the passage of time. The answer will apparently be revealed in Marvel’s upcoming Star Wars Special: C-3PO #1 this March. Written by the acclaimed … Read more
Edmonton Oilers taking on the Los Angeles KingsEdmonton SunThe Edmonton Oilers are coming off of a 4-1 loss as they get set to take on the Kings in Los Angeles. “There are a lot of really good things the LA Kings have done for years,” said head coach Todd McLellan. “The puck drops and the … Read more
I-Team finds City of Cleveland painter job with higher salary than some firefighters, EMTs and police officersfox8.comCLEVELAND – The Fox 8 I-Team has found a City of Cleveland job opening for a painter with a salary much higher than the pay for some police officers, firefighters, and emergency medical technicians. The job posting shows two … Read more
NFL Combine Update: John Elway, Pete Carroll, Miller #NFLCombine – Video NFL Combine Update: John Elway, Pete Carroll, Miller #NFLCombine via IFTTThttp://youtu.be/bRNKsKVbN-k
The pitching depth chart for the 2016 Giants after Matt CainMcCovey ChroniclesThe 1989 Giants had 15 players make a start for them, and the team won the pennant. A healthy rotation doesn’t have to be an unambiguously good thing, either. The 1998 Giants had six starting pitchers all year, and they lost the postseason by … Read more
Mayor de Blasio signs bill renaming Bronx street ‘Hip Hop Boulevard’ to honor the birth of music genre; other …New York Daily NewsThe “Boogie Down Bronx” now has a “Hip Hop Boulevard.” Mayor de Blasio on Thursday signed a bill into law that renames dozens of streets in all five boroughs, including the swath of … Read more
Timeline set for U.S. women’s soccer lawsuitPhilly.com (blog)U.S. Soccer Federation president Sunil Gulati (right) with women’s national team star and Delran native Carli Lloyd (center) during the trophy presentation ceremony after the United States won the Women’s World Cup last summer. Rich Lam/Getty Images … …read more From:: Women’s Soccer News From Google News
Lucy Koh: Silicon Valley Judge Nominated To U.S. Court Of Appeals By President Obama – Video Lucy Koh: Silicon Valley Judge Nominated To U.S. Court Of Appeals By President Obama Santa Clara Judge Lucy Koh was nominated to the United States Court Of Appeals by President Obama. The announcement was sent to Zennie62Media moments ago. … Read more
Lucy Koh: Silicon Valley Judge Nominated To U.S. Court Of Appeals By President Obama – Video Lucy Koh: Silicon Valley Judge Nominated To U.S. Court Of Appeals By President Obama Santa Clara Judge Lucy Koh was nominated to the United States Court Of Appeals by President Obama. The announcement was sent to Zennie62Media moments ago. … Read more
The Mercury Open at Atlanta’s Ponce City MarketFSR magazine (press release)The Mercury, the second restaurant from partners Mike Blydenstein, Brooks Cloud and Julian Goglia, opened January 12 at Atlanta’s famed culinary destination Ponce City Market. The award-wining team behind The Pinewood in Decatur, Georgia, and Proof … …read more From:: Pinewood Studios Atlanta Related News … Read more
Union: Jaguars carried over most salary cap moneyESPNNEW YORK — The Jacksonville Jaguars carried over the most salary cap space from last year, $32.7 million, according to figures released Thursday by the players’ union. Under the labor agreement reached in 2012, teams can transfer unused salary cap.Three NFL teams roll more than $20M of salary-cap … Read more
Preview for Marvel’s Star Wars C-3PO Teases the Story Behind that Red ArmOuter PlacesC-3PO is something of a legend in the Star Wars franchise, and while his role in Star Wars: The Force Awakens wasn’t a significant one, it did get a lot of people talking. Other than his early days in Phantom Menace, Threepio’s … Read more
If Conor McGregor Beats Nate Diaz, Who Should He Fight at UFC 200?Bleacher ReportGroans were heard across the world when Rafael dos Anjos was forced to pull out of his UFC 196 bout against Conor McGregor. McGregor, the featherweight champion, seems constantly stricken by opponents who can’t make it to fight night. But then Nate … Read more
Cheryl Tiegs Doesn’t Think Sports Illustrated’s Fuller-Figured Model Ashley Graham Is ‘Healthy’Us WeeklyOh, boy. Cheryl Tiegs isn’t a fan of Sports Illustrated featuring fuller-figured women. The supermodel criticized curvy models — including cover girl Ashley Graham — during an interview with E! News.Cheryl Tiegs: Sports Illustrated plus-size model is “unhealthy”CBS News Former Sports Illustrated Model … Read more
Ezekiel Elliott: Critical comments came from competitivenessNFL.comElliott instead pointed out that his competitive nature, something NFL clubs should embrace about the 2016 NFL Draft’s top-rated running back, was at the root of his remarks. He was asked how he would handle questions … He rushed for 1,821 yards and …Ezekiel Elliott has an answer for … Read more
2016 Essence Black Women in Hollywood Luncheon: See All the Red Carpet ArrivalsE! OnlineWith the 2016 Academy Awards coming up in just a few days, all of the preliminary soirees, fêtes and luncheons have already kicked off, and Thursday saw one of the biggest events of the week with numerous celebs flocking to Essence magazine’s … Read more
Marvel commits to white Iron Fist despite racist rootsHitFixHere we go again. Entertainment Weekly just announced that Marvel and Netflix have found their Iron Fist. Finn Jones (Game of Thrones) has been tapped to play Danny Rand in the upcoming series Iron Fist. I enjoy Jones’ take on Loras Tyrell but I’d be …Game of … Read more
Mannie Fresh Recruits Hot Boys Lil Wayne, Juvenile & Birdman for “Hate” SongAllHipHop (blog)Mannie Fresh may be better known to the younger generations as the guy who made “Go DJ” but, the OG’s remember the Hot Boys and the mark they made in the game. Mannie is doing a good job of bringing them back … Read more
Mark Zuckerberg loses patience over racial insensitivity at FacebookCNNMoneyMark Zuckerberg has always encouraged Facebook employees to think for themselves, but one issue is trying his patience. People have been crossing out “black lives matter” on the walls of Facebook’s headquarters and writing “all lives matter.” The …KING: Mark Zuckerberg forced to address racism among Facebook … Read more
United Airlines mechanics to picket at LAX, other airports nationwideL.A. BizTeamster mechanics voted overwhelmingly last week to reject United Airlines‘ final contract offer and authorize a strike. There are more than 9,000 mechanics in the bargaining unit nationwide, including 500 mechanics at LAX. Over 93 percent of …Teamster mechanics with United Airlines to picket at … Read more
Washington, DC’s Landmark Festival to Return in 2017jambands.comLandmark Music Festival, which debuted last year at Washington, D.C.‘s National Mall, has confirmed that it will not be taking place this year, as the festival’s website has been updated to show a message reading “Thanks DC, See You In 2017!” According … …read more From:: Washington DC … Read more
NFL Combine Recap And Messy Wrap Up Elway Carroll Miller #NFLCombine – Video NFL Combine Recap And Messy Wrap Up Elway Carroll Miller #NFLCombine via IFTTThttp://youtu.be/bRNKsKVbN-k
Dow Jones Industrial Average Surges 212 Points on Durable GoodsMoney MorningBuried in Sec. 831 of an emergency law is a historic Social Security overhaul. Starting May 1, 2016, an est. $11B in benefits could vanish. Many of those affected can take steps to protect themselves – if they act soon. [Full Story] …and more …read … Read more
Weather conditions suspend recovery of boy, 17, from Diversey HarborChicago TribuneThe teen was with a friend and was walking on a concrete pier when a wave hit and he was swept into the water, said Larry Langford, a spokesman for the Chicago Fire Department. At least four divers searched for the boy in the brackish … Read more
Las Vegas‘ Jamie Little discovers stealth powers of John CenaLas Vegas Review-JournalDale Pantelakis, of Sport Designs International, measures and marks out the main logo for the Kobalt Tools 400 on the grass in front of the grandstands at Las Vegas Motor Speedway on Wednedsay, Feb. 24, 2016. Official painting of the design will begin … … Read more
Fashion Week Alabama is back for 2016 with numerous fashion-focused eventswhnt.comFashion Week Alabama, hosted by the Alabama Fashion Alliance, has returned for 2016 with 5 full days of events for every kind of fashion lover. The week kicks off on March 1st at 6PM at Real Estate Row featuring designs from the Celine Smith Collection … Read more
Search for body in southest Houston field may be tied…KPRC HoustonHOUSTON – Search crews returned to a southeast Houston field Thursday to continue their search for human remains. The FBI confirms it is working with La Marque Police, Friendswood Police and the Texas Rangers on the investigation. Texas Equusearch …Texas EquuSearch joining search for possible … Read more
Apple court papers: FBI is seeking ‘dangerous power’ that violates its constitutional rightsLos Angeles TimesApple Inc. on Thursday filed key court papers to fight a judge’s order requiring the technology giant to assist federal agents in the San Bernardino terror investigation, saying the judge in the case had overstepped her authority and violated the …Apple … Read more
Weekend Guide: Freda Salvador Sample Sale + The Bernie Sanders Cocktail7×7The restaurant just released a new cocktail menu that embodies our favorite (and perhaps not so favorite) politicians. Head down there and order a Trump Card, Chillary Clinton, or Feel Tha Bern, and fire up the debate! When: Open every day from 11:30am … …read … Read more
Astronaut Scott Kelly: ‘I Could Go Another Year’ Aboard Space StationSpace.comNASA astronaut Scott Kelly talks to reporters on Feb. 25, 2016, less than a week before the end of his 340-day stay aboard the International Space Station. Credit: NASA TV. Scott Kelly is about to head home after 11 months aboard the International …Scott Kelly’s … Read more
Celebrity Gossip Guru B. Scott On The Business Of Pop Culture BloggingForbesB. Scott is one of the most prominent voices in celebrity news and gossip blogging. He launched his gossip and pop culture news website, lovebscott.com, in 2007 and has since interviewed countless celebrities including Mariah Carey, Jennifer Lopez and … …read more From:: Celebrity … Read more