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Life after Winter Games for Conor LyneCache Valley DailyLOGAN – Ireland’s Olympic skier Conor Lyne laughed and said life after Sochi isn’t too different. After competing in the giant slalom and slalom at the 2014 Winter Olympics, Lyne spent three weeks in Ireland celebrating with family. He is now back in … …read more Source: … Read more
Five thoughts from a first visit to Double Barrel RoadhouseLas Vegas Weekly (blog)Five thoughts from a first visit to Double … Travel + Leisure recently named its 15 best new restaurants in Vegas … most. What’s the deal with weird Las Vegas restaurant … Partially inspired by Joan’s on Third in LA, the Blind Pig … Read more
Chris Christie announces resignation of Port Authority chair David SamsonWashington Post (blog)New Jersey Gov. Chris Christie (R) announced Friday that David Samson, chairman of the Port Authority of New York and New Jersey, had resigned earlier in the day. The resignation will be effective immediately. “He believes that the best way to start a … … Read more
RegisterMicrosoft has today performed a second volte-face in the Hotmail scanning scandal, and this time it looks serious. There was uproar after the software giant revealed it had rummaged through a blogger’s Hotmail inbox to snare an employee who had allegedly …Microsoft Curtails Email Snooping After Leak ControversyWiredMicrosoft reverses, vows not to snoop on emailsUSA … Read more
USA TODAYMajor League Baseball and the players union, alarmed over its findings in the Biogenesis case last summer, ratified an agreement Friday to strengthen their drug testing program in hopes of eradicating all performance-enhancing drugs from the game.Highlights of MLB Drug Agreement ChangesWashington PostMLB ups length of drug-use bansABC NewsBeck breaks down Miggy’s record extension … Read more
New York TimesKABUL, Afghanistan — The Taliban assailants apparently thought they were attacking an unprotected Christian-run day care center. But they mistakenly burst into the compound next door, where an American government contractor’s employees were heavily …Taliban attack office of US-based charity sparking hostage drama in KabulSydney Morning HeraldUPDATE 5-Foreigners escape Taliban siege in Kabul; … Read more
KING5.comFive people injured by the mudslide remain in a Seattle hospital, including a 5-month-old boy in critical condition. Besides the 90 missing, authorities are checking into 35 other people who may or may not have been in the area at the time of the slide.The extent of the mudslide north of Seattle and how to … Read more
SI.comChris Kreider’s 37 points ranked sixth on the Rangers at the time of his injury. (Maddie Meyer/Getty Images). By Darian Somers. Chris Kreider’s season is likely over. The Rangers’ winger underwent surgery on his broken left hand on Friday, the team …Rangers’ Chris Kreider undergoes surgery, out indefinitelyGant DailyNew York Rangers’ Chris Kreider out indefinitely … Read more
San Francisco magazineOur thanks go out to Paul Rosenberg, a veteran City Hall watcher, who compiled the following list; Corey Cook, a professor of politics at the University of San Francisco; and Devin McCutchen, a Ph. D. student at UCLA who studies San Francisco history … …read more Source: San Francisco Supervisor News From Google … Read more
San Francisco magazineOur thanks go out to Paul Rosenberg, a veteran City Hall watcher, who compiled the following list; Corey Cook, a professor of politics at the University of San Francisco; and Devin McCutchen, a Ph. D. student at UCLA who studies San Francisco history … …read more Source: San Francisco Supervisor News From Google … Read more
Playoff hopes still alive for Cavaliers: Cleveland Cavaliers InsiderThe Plain DealerWith nine games remaining, the Cavaliers still are going to need plenty of implosion help from eighth-seeded Atlanta and ninth-seeded New York, but there are actually some factors in Cleveland’s favor. Of Atlanta, the Knicks and Cleveland, the …Cleveland Cavaliers: Can Kyrie Irving And Dion … Read more
New York TimesJake Silverstein, the editor in chief of Texas Monthly, will become the new editor of The New York Times Magazine, the newspaper announced on Friday. Under Mr. Silverstein, Texas Monthly has been nominated for 12 National Magazine Awards and won …New York Times names Jake Silverstein as Magazine editorPolitico (blog)The New York Times … Read more
Washington PostBlackBerry reported fourth-quarter declines in profit and revenue, but chief executive John Chen greeted the results with optimism. “I am obviously extremely pleased with the Q4 results because it put us on the track and, if not, slightly ahead,” Chen said in a …TECH NOW: Is BlackBerry Z30 worth a look?USA TODAYBlackBerry revenue plunges … Read more
CBSSports.comThe start of April means that Baseball’s opening day is here, April’s fool’s jokes are inevitable and that the pro days are starting to wind down as we count down the final days to the NFL Draft. But with the draft pushed back until May 8, this April …2014 NFL Draft: Matt Miller’s Scouting Notebook … Read more
Expo Notes: Sit or stand, the Ergotron’s WorkFit works both waysMacworldMacworld actually reviewed the WorkFit-A when it was first released. Designed for the iMac, the build quality and features of the WorkFit-A are great, but at the time of the review, the monitor would jiggle when typing. An Ergotron representative told … and more …read … Read more
Los Angeles TimesMariah Carey’s got it and she’s flaunting it — her brand new birthday present, that is. The pop diva turned 44 on Thursday, and the festivities were capped with a sparkly gift from husband Nick Cannon. “Nick surprised me for 3/27 with a stellar diamond bracelet …First and lust for Mariah: Singer and … Read more
Dallas man found dead in hoarding conditionsUSA TODAYDALLAS –- Men wearing protective masks used rakes to remove the debris inside Skip Bynum’s home. Friends said they had no idea he lived in hoarding conditions. “I’m going to remember that picture. I’m going to remember him smiling, even though he was …Threat of vermin concerns neighbors … Read more
Daily MailThe biblical tale of Noah famously tells of all the animals in the world being saved on one boat and the film’s star Emma Watson proved she’s certainly got a way with furry creatures. The 23-year-old posted a picture of herself holding an adorably fluffy bunny …Inside Emma Watson’s Beauty Bag: Noah Star Shares … Read more
Worthy cause: Fashion event raises money for United WayThe TennesseanRight on the tail of Nashville Fashion Week, head to Murfreesboro for the fashion-focused fundraiser United We Style. Guests can see the works of up-and-coming designers, design students and boutiques and see local models. Tangerine Salon and Spa of … …read more Source: Fashion News By … Read more
New York Daily NewsTwo decades after the Nirvana frontman’s body was found in a garage outside Seattle, new images of the surroundings have been made public. BY Margaret Eby. NEW YORK DAILY NEWS. Friday, March 28, 2014, 3:41 PM. A; A; A. Share this URL …Unseen Images Of The Scene Of Nirvana’s Kurt Cobain’s Death … Read more
SportingNews.comTwo of Friday’s NCAA Tournament Sweet 16 games are complete, with Michigan edging Tennessee and Connecticut hanging on to beat Iowa State in the early evening window. The nightcap games are even more intriguing with Kentucky vs. Louisville and …NCAA Basketball Picks Sweet 16 Michigan State Spartans vs Virginia CavaliersPregame.comVirginia Cavaliers vs Michigan State Spartans … Read more
BillboardIllness has forced Avicii to cancel a series of appearances in Miami, including a headlining slot at Ultra Music Festival on Saturday. “He has been diagnosed as having a blocked gall bladder,” his publicist revealed Friday (March 28) evening, “and is …Avicii Hospitalized … Cancels Miami Show at Last MinuteTMZ.comSuperstar DJ Avicii hospitalized; cancels Ultra … Read more
The Globe and MailA state visit by Chinese President Xi Jinping to France concluded in a farcical note this week after the French Trade Minister was overheard complaining that the visitors were served “disgusting” food during a dinner at the Élysée Palace. The three-day visit, …This is why Germany doesn’t want China anywhere near Berlin’s … Read more
CBSSports.comSportswriters doubling as amateur economists immediately panned the deal as too much, apparently neglecting the fact that Cabrera is on a par with Hank Aaron as a hitter. They say Mike Ilitch, who is estimated to have several billion, is a fool. They say he …LeBron James: ‘I’d opt out’ for $292MESPNNo doubt in Tigers’ … Read more
Palm Beach PostFlorida forward Will Yeguete (15), left, speaks during a news conference as center Patric young looks on Friday, March 28, 2014 in Memphis, Tenn. Florida will play Dayton Saturday in an NCAA college basketball tournament regional championship game.Dayton flies high entering NCAA matchup with GatorsTampabay.comSouth Region: Saturday’s gameChicago TribuneFlyers get limited chances to … Read more
ESPNThe Minnesota Timberwolves entered this season with a 22-game losing streak against the Los Angeles Lakers, but that has changed since they haven’t had to face Kobe Bryant in 2013-14. It doesn’t mean Minnesota coach Rick Adelman knows what to …Los Angeles Lakers (24-47) at Minnesota Timberwolves (35-35), 8 pm (ET)Sacramento BeeMinnesota Timberwolves vs. Los … Read more
AZCardinals.comBidwill spoke on a variety of other football-related topics, including the 2015 Super Bowl at University of Phoenix Stadium in Glendale, proposed playoff expansion and the perceived worry of television overexposure. Bidwill said there will be many …Cardinals president: Super Bowl’s impact will extend far beyond GlendaleCronkite NewsAZ state budget includes money to pursue 2015 … Read more
Cult of MacThe BiteMyApple.co booth at Macworld, which features a dozen Apple-related Kickstarter products. Photo by Olloclip’s Patrick O’Neill. Macworld 2014 SAN FRANCISCO — Right in the middle of the Macworld show floor, there’s a circle of 12 tables. They’re … …read more Source: MacWorld News From Google News
New York TimesKABUL, Afghanistan — The Taliban assailants apparently thought they were attacking an unprotected Christian-run day care center. But they mistakenly burst into the compound next door, where an American government contractor’s employees were heavily …Taliban attack office of US-based charity sparking hostage drama in KabulSydney Morning HeraldUPDATE 5-Foreigners escape Taliban siege in Kabul; … Read more
Sheryl Crow on Going Country: ‘Nashville is Amazing’Yahoo Music (blog)Some may have been surprised when superstar Sheryl Crow — who’s best known for her pop-oriented slateof hits, such as “All I Want to Do” and “Soak Up the Sun” — decided to make a move to country music with her latest album, “Feels Like Home.”. … Read more
Yahoo Music (blog)He has watched his girlfriend, Lorde, rocket to super-stardom; he’s been shoved by paparazzi trying to score a money shot of the Grammy winner. He’s even been the victim of vicious Twitter users who have deemed his relationship with the star … and more …read more Source: Celeb News From Google News
FOXSports.comOffense: Seattle made the biggest splash of the offseason by signing Cano to a 10-year, $240 million deal to address the team’s lack of offense in ’13. While Hart, who is coming off a second knee surgery, and Morrison were brought in as well, the …2014 Fantasy Baseball Team Previews: Seattle MarinersTheFantasyFix.com all 9 news … Read more
ESPNMarshall has reached out to Los Angeles Lakers coach Mike D’Antoni to gauge his interest in coaching his alma mater, according to sources close to the process. Sources told ESPN.com that the Thundering Herd have pursued D’Antoni before and made this …Los Angeles Lakers rumors [VIDEO]: Mike D’Antoni leaving for alma mater after …Sports World … Read more
GameSpotOculus VR hires another Valve virtual reality veteran. “Facebook’s acquisition of Oculus means that VR is going to happen in all its glory,” Michael Abrash writes. by Eddie Makuch on March 28, 2014. 37 Comments
New York Daily NewsThe former Disney star was with the singer outside a southern California shopping center two years ago when the alleged altercation went down, and the photographer wants to question Gomez over Bieber’s reaction and general frustration with the paparazzi.Selena Gomez & Justin Bieber: Her Family Freaked Out That They’ll ElopeHollywood LifeSelena Gomez … Read more