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Hong Kong no exception as Disney bans selfie sticks at theme parks worldwideSouth China Morning Post (subscription)Disney will ban selfie sticks at its theme parks around the world – including Hong Kong – the company said today, joining a growing list of attractions that restrict the camera accessories for safety reasons. Beginning on Tuesday next … Read more
FIFA Women’s World Cup: Will artificial turf’s heat be a factor in BC Place game?CBC.caIt may be more than just the weather heating up BC Place when Canada meets England in the FIFA Women’s World Cup quarter-final Saturday afternoon. The artificial turf they are playing on tends to get much hotter than natural grass. Conditions … Read more
Honolulu’s Michelle Wie opens NW Arkansas Championship at 1-underKHON2Top-ranked Inbee Park had a 69, and defending champion Stacy Lewis was 4 under with three holes left. Honolulu’s Michelle Wie, who through 8-holes was at -2 and just 1 swing off the lead, finished by shooting a 1-under 71. That places her in a tie for … Read more
Heika: The Russian factor that led Denis Gurianov to the Dallas StarsDallas Morning NewsJun 26, 2015; Sunrise, FL, USA; Denis Gurianov poses with team executives after being selected as the number twelve overall pick to the Dallas Stars in the first round of the 2015 NHL Draft at BB&T Center. Mandatory Credit: Steve Mitchell-USA TODAY … Read more
Chris Young powers Yankees by Houston Astros, 3-2 | Rapid reactionNJ.comHOUSTON — It took 16 innings, but the Yankees finally found some offense against the Houston Astros. And of course it was outfielder Chris Young’s doing, who just seems to hit bigger in Texas. Young, a Houston native, blasted a three-run homer in the …Yankees … Read more
Retirement home meets day care at Providence Mount St. VincentThe Seattle TimesOn a recent Friday at Providence Mount St. Vincent retirement home in West Seattle, a group of senior citizens and youngsters are packing sack lunches that will be delivered to the homeless. It’s one of many projects that bring the elderly and the … … Read more
Q&A: Evergive co-founder James Ioannidis on using social media to drive changeSan Jose Mercury NewsThat idea then evolved into Evergive a social network, which launched in May, where people can do more than just fundraise. The company is working with 13 mission-driven groups, including the Archdiocese of San Francisco, the Holy Spirit Church in San … Read more
Preventing mass shootings shouldn’t take a civil warLA Daily NewsThe image of the killer posing for the camera next to a Confederate battle flag has changed the subject from mass murder to the meaning of an old Civil War symbol. But the history that explains the motive of this killer, and too many others like … Read more
5 S. Koreans to be added as voters for US Academy AwardsYonhap NewsSEOUL, June 27 (Yonhap) — Five South Koreans have been invited to become voting members for the U.S. Academy Awards, marking a first for actors and filmmakers in the country to become a part of the Los Angeles-based organization, a local movie …and … Read more
Home Entertainment Sardar Ji Movie 1st & 2nd Day Box Office Collection …Dekh News (blog)Sardar Ji Movie 1st & 2nd Day Box Office Collection Earning Report Hit or Flop :- Yesterday, released Sardar ji pujabi drama movie featuring Diljith Dosanjh and Mandy Thakkar with Neeru Bajwa in lead role. Diljit Sardar Ji Movie opening friday … Read more
Shotaro Ban Reaches Cal Am FinalsCal AthleticsDALY CITY, Calif. – Shotaro Ban became the first Cal player to advance to the finals of match play at the California Amateur Championship after quarterfinal and semifinal wins at Lake Merced Golf Club in the semifinals of the 104th edition of the event …and more …read more From:: … Read more
Morgan, US Through to World Cup SemifinalsCal AthleticsOTTAWA, Canada – Cal alumna Alex Morgan earned her third consecutive start in the U.S. Women’s National Team’s 1-0 victory over China Friday in the FIFA Women’s World Cup at Lansdowne Stadium in Ottawa, Canada. With the win, the U.S. punched a …and more …read more From:: California … Read more
DA, chief defense witness tussle in Aurora theater shooting trialThe Denver PostCENTENNIAL — There was a moment in court Friday when Arapahoe County District Attorney George Brauchler glowered at the man on the witness stand. “You would agree with that, doctor?” Brauchler thundered at Dr. Jonathan Woodcock. “There is no …and more …read more From:: … Read more
San Diego leaders react to Supreme Court’s ruling on same-sex marriage10NewsSAN DIEGO – Leaders of San Diego’s gay and lesbian community hailed Friday’s U.S. Supreme Court’s ruling that upholds the right of people of the same sex to marry. Assembly Speaker Toni Atkins, D-San Diego, expressed relief at the Obergefell v. Hodges …and more …read … Read more
Justin Bieber hits up NikeTown in Beverly Hills after ‘avoiding’ ex-girlfriend …Daily MailOn Friday, Justin Bieber hit up NikeTown in Beverly Hills for the second day in a week. Perhaps the 21-year-old pop star is planning a collaboration with the sporty brand following his indelible spring campaign for Calvin Klein underwear/denim.and more …read more From:: … Read more
Man found shot on I-5 at I-90 in downtown Seattleseattlepi.comState troopers discovered a gunshot wounded motorist Friday on Interstate 5 at the freeway’s intersection with Interstate 90 in downtown Seattle. Initial reports indicate the man was found to have been shot shortly before noon. The incident prompted a …Person wounded in shooting reported on Seattle … Read more
Is The Punisher’s Inclusion In Daredevil Season 2 Too Much Too Soon From …ForbesSpecifically, the idea they’re putting forth is the new season of Matt Murdock’s story will essentially be Marvel Television’s version of Captain America: Civil War with Daredevil and Punisher going at it for the entire run. However, assuming true, is …Marvel’s Daredevil … Read more
Look inside the remote cabin where the fugitive killers hidNew York PostIn The News: nba draft clinton correctional facility rachel dolezal donald trump · Home Sections Search Tips Sign in / Register Subscribe Follow. New York Post. photos. news. Share this: Facebook · Twitter · Google · Whatsapp · Email · Look inside the … … Read more
Kristaps Porzingis Raises Eyebrows, Including Carmelo Anthony’sNew York TimesGREENBURGH, N.Y. — When the Knicks used the fourth pick to select Kristaps Porzingis on Thursday night in the N.B.A. draft, robust jeers accompanied his journey to the stage at Barclays Center. His arrival was not greeted with a great deal of …Carmelo Anthony not happy, but … Read more
Connecticut beats Los Angeles in OT for 7th straight winFOXSports.comUNCASVILLE, Conn. (AP) Alex Bentley scored 18 points and the Connecticut Sun beat the short-handed Los Angeles Sparks 80-76 in overtime on Friday night for their seventh straight victory. Connecticut (7-1) is off to its best start since winning eight …and more …read more From:: Los … Read more
Tears, Cheers & Hugs: San Francisco Celebrates Same-Sex Marriage RulingCBS LocalSAN FRANCISCO (CBS SF) — The streets of San Francisco are brimming with jubilation Friday after the Supreme Court made history with a decision to constitutionally allow same-sex couples to get married. When the decision came down, emotions ran high.San Francisco mayor on gay marriage: … Read more
Star Wars: The Force Awakens Is Adding A New CharacterCinema BlendWe may be less than six months away from seeing Star Wars: The Force Awakens, but with the many layers of secrecy surrounding the J.J. Abrams-directed space opera, we’re still learning about members of the cast. According to one source, veteran TV and …176 days … Read more
High-flying Lloyd lifts USA past China in ’99 rematchFIFA.com… enough for USA to see off a gallant China PR in the Canada 2015 quarter-final in Ottawa. The Stars and Stripes dominated much of the match and were worthy winners as they maintain their record of featuring in every FIFA Women’s World Cup™ semi-final.(Credit: AP / … Read more
Women’s World Cup inspires girls in local summer soccer camps89.3 KPCCErin Lee proudly sports her Vancouver, Canada T-shirt from the Women’s World Cup during soccer camp at Cal State Northridge. Christian Brown. There’s no question youth soccer was popular well before the Women’s World Cup started. But the U.S. team’s … …read more From:: Women’s … Read more
‘Orphan Black’ Panel Just Announced For San Diego Comic Con Line UpThe Inquisitr‘Orphan Black’ Panel Just Announced For San Diego Comic Con Line Up. Orphan Black comes back to San Diego Comic Con. It has just been announced that Orphan Black will be represented again at this year’s San Diego Comic Con. As well as … Read more
Randle gets shot with Golden State WarriorsQuad City TimesThe Rock Island native and Stanford basketball star went undrafted in Thursday’s NBA Draft, but on the heels of disappointment came hope. Following the draft, Randle’s agent called him to say the Golden State Warriors were interested in bringing him in …Chasson Randle signs as free agent … Read more
Woods Takes Bronze In Hammer Throw At USATF Junior NationalsRedStormSports.comThe Fayetteville, Ga., native was also the Big East Outdoor Championship runner-up and won four hammer throw titles this past spring, claiming victories at the Yellow Jacket Invitational, USMMA Eight-Way Meet, the Coach Omeltchenko Invitational and Tom …and more …read more From:: Fayetteville, Georgia News By … Read more
Hip–Hop Reacts To Supreme Court Decision Legalizing Gay MarriageHotNewHipHopIn a landmark decision, the U.S. Supreme Court ruled 5-4 Friday morning in favor of legalizing gay marriage nationwide. The hip–hop community has had a complicated history in regard to gay issues, but today it took to social media to express near …Supreme Court Legalizes Gay Marriage, … Read more
1st Dallas same-sex marriage momentous for couple and judgeWFAA(Photo: WFAA). CONNECT 9 TWEETLINKEDINCOMMENTEMAILMORE. DALLAS – They were surrounded by cheering supporters, but Kathy Tucker and Becky Roberts didn’t focus on the fanfare. “I just concentrated on Becky and the judge,” Tucker said. …read more From:: Dallas News From Google News
TV Pick: ‘Star Wars Wars’Los Angeles Times“Star Wars Wars” (YouTube). Marcus Rosentrater, an Atlanta-based filmmaker and animator (he works on “Archer”), has taken all six “Star Wars” films and overlaid them into one single mind-bending work of art — yeah, I said it — that in the bargain …4 Cast Members From ‘Star Wars‘ Weren’t … Read more
Germany Advances Past France to the Women’s World Cup SemifinalsNew York TimesThe night game matches ENGLAND against CANADA, which has been finding ways to advance without that most critical of soccer tools: goals. The Canadians have three in four games, but they will have a distinct home-field edge in Vancouver. Will that be …Germany vs. … Read more
Fred Hoiberg likes early attitude Bulls players are displayingChicago Tribune“Obviously, it’s a team that, from top to bottom, has the pieces to compete for a championship,” Bulls coach Fred Hoiberg said of his team. (Phil Velasquez, Chicago Tribune). By K.C. Johnson Chicago Tribune contact the reporter · Fred Hoiberg · Chicago …The Bulls front office … Read more
No Shock: Connor McDavid and Jack Eichel Lead NHL DraftNew York TimesAs with the 2012 N.F.L. draft, when Andrew Luck and Robert Griffin III were preordained as the top two picks, McDavid and Eichel’s fortunes carried little suspense. Eichel, an 18-year-old Boston-area native, kept a poker face before hearing … McDavid …and more …read more … Read more
Mike Adams Speaks To 2015 NFL Draft ClassColts.comIn my experience, one of the keys to longevity in the NFL has been taking care of myself. I do the little things that people think don’t matter…but they really do. I’m talking about things like getting in the cold tub everyday, getting massages twice …NFL Rookie Symposium: … Read more
Brush Fire Burns Near Otay Lakes StructuresNBC 7 San DiegoA fire came dangerously close to buildings in the Otay Lakes area. NBC 7’s Bridget Naso has more. (Published Friday, Jun 26, 2015). Updated 40 minutes ago. Smoke from an 80-acre brush fire clouded the skies above Otay Lakes Friday afternoon, causing …Brush fire breaks out … Read more