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White Sox sign Gordon BeckhamESPN (blog)We were trying to find the best opportunity for me to play, and ultimately, the best opportunity for me to play was in Chicago.” While the White Sox were expected to go with youth at second base, with Micah Johnson and Carlos Sanchez the favorites to …Gordon Beckham returns to … Read more
Marshawn Lynch’s Oakland ties reveal Seahawks star’s spiritNFL.com“He is like the mayor of Oakland,” says Kevin (KP) Parker, an Oakland native who is one of Lynch’s mentors, and who works as the player development director at nearby Cal, where Lynch starred from 2004 to 2006. “He is probably the biggest name in … …read more … Read more
Amazon’s New WorkMail Targets Business UserseWeekAmazon announced a cloud-based email and calendaring service called WorkMail, which one analyst said could be the first of many follow-on offerings. Consumers know Amazon best as an online reseller and for its line of Kindle devices, but the tech giant …Amazon ramps up enterprise push with email serviceReuters Will … Read more
Actress Lindsay Lohan’s community service questioned in courtReutersLOS ANGELES (Reuters) – A Los Angeles judge on Wednesday gave a prosecutor more time to investigate whether actress Lindsay Lohan failed to complete her community service requirements in a reckless driving case. Santa Monica city prosecutor Terry …Lindsay Lohan Instagram 2015: ‘Speed the Plow’ Actress Dances With … Read more
Salt Lake Comic Con FanXperience 2015 starts Thursday, click here for a previewfox13now.comSALT LAKE CITY — Salt Lake Comic Con FanXperience is expected to bring about 50,000 people to Salt Lake City this weekend, and FOX 13 News’ Dave Nemeth spoke with event organizers about what the event will offer visitors and what steps organizers … Read more
Super Bowl 49: Seattle Seahawks’ top 5 NFL Draft decisionsCBSSports.comBut the lifeblood of any successful NFL team remains the draft. Carroll and his staff identify the key characteristics for each position on the field. Schneider and his personnel department are tasked with finding the collegiate players who possess …Bevell says Seahawks didn’t think about height … Read more
California Swimming’s Magic ManCal AthleticsThe Cal Athletics flagship magazine features long-form sports journalism at its finest and provides in-depth coverage of the scholar-athlete experience in Berkeley. Printed copies are mailed four times a year to Bear Backers who give annually at the … …read more From:: California Golden Bears News By Google News
Anthony Daniels, Billy Dee Williams help kick off Star Wars costume exhibit …TheNewsTribune.comThe Friday night party also will include talks with Aggie Guerard Rodgers, costume designer for “Star Wars Episode VI: Return of the Jedi,” and Brandon Alinger, author of “Star Wars Costumes: The Original Trilogy.” There also will be costume contests …and more …read … Read more
Cal football recruiting commit: Patrick Mekari, Westlake Village offensive …California Golden Blogs (blog)Enter Westlake Village (Ca.) center Patrick Mekari, brother of current Cal defensive lineman Tony. Patrick flipped his commitment today from the Utah State Aggies to the California Golden Bears. …read more From:: California Golden Bears News By Google News
Prosecutor Questions Lindsay Lohan’s Community ServiceCBS LocalLOS ANGELES (AP) — A prosecutor on Wednesday raised doubts that Lindsay Lohan had completed the terms of her community service sentence in a reckless driving case that is the final criminal case the actress faces for years of bad behavior.and more …read more From:: Los Angeles News By … Read more
Todd Grantham Rejects Oakland Raiders Offer – Video Todd Grantham rejected the Oakland Raiders offer for him to coach as defensive coordinator. He will stay at Louisville. Yea!!! The Oakland Raiders should look for a bright your black NFL level coach who would be a great defensive coordinator. via IFTTT
Uber to deliver adoptable puppies around Denver9NEWS.comDENVER – For anyone who is more of an animal lover than a sports fan, the annual Puppy Bowl is approaching fast. Denver residents have the opportunity to both find a furry friend for the event and help out a good cause. On Wednesday, Uber will deliver …and more … Read more
Gov. Deal talks about Pinewood expansionThe Citizen.comGov. Nathan Deal returned from a recent trip to England commenting on his visit with executives at Pinewood Shepperton PLC, the parent company of Pinewood Atlanta Studios. Part of the conversation included the idea of establishing a film academy in … …read more From:: Pinewood Studios Atlanta Related News … Read more
Hong Kong Yuan Rates Top China’s on Stock Link: Chart of the DayBloomberg(Bloomberg) — Hong Kong banks are paying a record premium for yuan deposits compared with Shanghai peers as a new link between stock markets in the two cities is seeing funds diverted from savings accounts to mainland equities. The CHART OF THE …Hong … Read more
Brasserie Du Vin restaurant in Honolulu’s Chinatown to close Saturday after …Pacific Business News (Honolulu)European restaurant and wine bar Brasserie Du Vin is closing after nine years of operation in Honolulu’s Chinatown, after a lease dispute with the property owner, Plumbers and Fitters Union Local 657. A 51 percent increase in rent led to the … Read more
Kristen Stewart Is First American Actress Nominated for César Awards in 30 …Indie Wire (blog)Kristen Stewart picked up the first nomination for an American actress at France’s César Awards since opera singer Julia Migenes’ performance in the 1984 film adaptation of “Carmen,” nabbing a Best Supporting Actress nod for her role as an aging film … Read more
Ambitious Tigerlily opens stealth-like in Berkeley’s Gourmet GhettoSFGate (blog)It’s rare these days that nearly any restaurant in the Bay Area can open without ample prior blog warning, let alone in one of the most famous food destinations in the region. But that’s exactly what happened with Tigerlily, an ambitious new bar and …and more …read … Read more
Oakland Raiders Todd Grantham Defensive Coordinator Update – Video Oakland Raiders Todd Grantham Defensive Coordinator Update Todd Grantham says that there is nothing to the news that he was feuding with Louisville Head Coach Bobby Petrino. Still, for the Oakland Raiders to offer an NFL defensive coordinator job to the loser of The Belk Bowl … Read more
Louisville’s Todd Grantham turns down Oakland Raiders defensive coordinator jobAL.comLouisville’s Todd Grantham turns down Oakland Raiders defensive coordinator job. toddgranthamLvilleAP.jpg. Todd Grantham’s defense at Louisville was sixth in the nation in 2014, allowing 308.5 yards per game. (Associated Press). Print · Mike Herndon …Oakland Raiders target Louisville DC Todd Grantham for Del Rio’s staffNBCSports.com Todd … Read more
Downtown’s casinos are in need of a flavor boostLas Vegas Weekly (satire) (blog)Vegas has become a food-tourist destination, clearly powered by the dynamic and diverse dining available a few miles south on Las Vegas Boulevard. Of course, we can’t compare Downtown casinos to the Strip, but if we did, it would be important to note … Read more
Husson women’s soccer coach accepts position in VirginiaBangor Daily NewsBANGOR, Maine — Husson University head women’s soccer coach and sports information director Carly Gettler has accepted a new coaching position in Richmond, Virginia, and will be departing Husson on Feb. 6. She will be coaching in the Richmond …and more …read more From:: Women’s Soccer … Read more
Patton Oswalt: Racist ‘Star Wars‘ backlash is ‘depressing’USA TODAY‘Star Wars,’ half the movie is aliens and robots, and a black guy is what set people off? I love how they’re reacting as if this is a classic novel that’s being cast — ‘I can’t believe they booked James Earl Jones to play Holden Caulfield.’ But … Read more
Three Las Vegas Big Game parties to considerLas Vegas Weekly (satire) (blog)Do you like to watch the game at your friends’ house? I’m talking about your friends with the really, really nice house. To catch that vibe, head to Crush, where big-screen viewing will be accompanied by butler-style service and a choice of à la … Read more
Dian Toscano, Braves agree to dealESPNATLANTA — Cuban outfielder Dian Toscano and the Atlanta Braves have agreed to a four-year, $6 million contract. The 25-year-old, a left-handed hitter, batted .356 during the 2012-13 season for Villa Clara in Cuba. His deal, announced Wednesday …Braves sign Cuban OF Toscano to four-year deal, DFA ConstanzaFOXSports.com Braves announce … Read more
A$AP Rocky Says He’s Not Trying To Finagle His Way Into HollywoodHipHopDXThe film, in which Rocky makes his official acting debut, has been dubbed a Hip Hop-themed coming-of-age tale and also stars Rocky’s ex-girlfriend, Victoria’s Secret model Chanel Iman. Speaking with The New York Times about landing the job, Rocky …A$AP Rocky Speaks On His … Read more
Jury finds two guilty on all charges in Vanderbilt rape trialSI.comH.S. Athlete of the Month. Leaders on the field, in the classroom and in communities. Expand Header. The Rivals100: Class of 2015 college football recruitin… Jury finds two guilty on all charges in Vanderbilt rape trial …Jury: Ex-Vandy players guilty of rapeESPN Two Former Vanderbilt … Read more
Amal Clooney Responds To Reporter’s Fashion Question Like A BossHuffington PostBut getting asked fashion questions while she’s working? Amal is obviously SO over it. Amal Clooney (née Alamuddin) is an accomplished human rights lawyer who has previously represented WikiLeaks Founder Julian Assange and been involved in many …Amal Clooney Had A Perfect Response To A … Read more
Providence school head is YouTube star on snow dayBoston GlobeCats, move over. The Internet has fallen in love with a new breed: school principals singing about snow day cancellations. Over the past year the genre has exploded. YouTube is full of educators — with varying amounts of musical talent — crooning …and more …read more … Read more
Energy Industries moving headquarters to make way for Honolulu rail projectPacific Business News (Honolulu)Energy Industries Corp., an energy compnay founded by serial Hawaii entrepreneur Darren Kimura, is moving its Honolulu operations from its current spot near Honolulu International Airport further west to make way for the planned multibillion-dollar … …read more From:: Honolulu News By … Read more
‘Fresh Dressed’ Documentary Schools Us On Hip–Hop And StyleHuffington PostOne new film is documenting it all by taking a deeper delve into the relationship between hip–hop and fashion. Fresh Dressed: The Revolution Of Fashion Born On The Streets recently debuted at this year’s Sundance Film Festival and has already generated …‘Fresh Dressed’ Looks At Hip–Hop’s … Read more
Miami Heat Front Office Losing Touch of Team NeedsRantSportsBreak down the way the Miami Heat play on a daily basis and you will know exactly why they have become the masters of giving star-deficient teams confidence. It’s hard to understand why a squad with so many veterans and championship players would find …Major letdown for … Read more
CBS Sports Analyst Peter Kostis Previews The Phoenix OpenCBS LocalAsk around a press room for golf, and most anyone who has watched golf will know the name Peter Kostis. The CBS commentator and reporter is well known in golf circles for his deep analysis of the game and is considered one of the top voices … Read more
Stocks hammered again: Dow loses 196USA TODAYStocks rollercoastered Wednesday, ending another wild ride with a plunge deeper into the red after the Federal Reserve’s latest policy statement. The Dow Jones industrial average lost nearly 200 points, on the heels of Tuesday’s 291-point drop. 10-year …and more …read more From:: Dow Jones News By Google News
Quick Getaways: Tips for checking out ‘Top Chef’ related restaurants in Las VegasOCRegisterMany top restaurants in Las Vegas feature celebrity chefs with a tie to Bravo’s “Top Chefs.” Among them is Tom Colicchio, who has Heritage Steak at The Mirage and Craftsteak at the MGM Grand.THE MIRAGE. BY VANESSA FRANKO / STAFF WRITER. …read more … Read more
Why hasn’t Parsons’ role increased?ESPN (blog)Parsons is cashing the big paychecks, leaping from six-figure salaries the last few seasons with the Houston Rockets to a three-year, $46 million deal with the Dallas Mavericks. The increased role and responsibilities he excitedly embraced upon …Chandler Parsons’ role keeps changing in Dallas, and it showsMavs Moneyball Mavericks experiment … Read more