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Handel's Victory Shows Limits of Trump Card

June 23, 2017

Bruce Reed, a top party leader and former chief of staff to Vice President Joe Biden, and President Barack Obama's former chief of staff Rahm Emanuel said as much before Ossoff's loss. Mollineau does not deny Democrats have work to do to in preparation for the 2018 midterm elections, but said that recent special election losses do not mean change must happen immediately.

Bill Cosby's lawyer 'confident' in acquittal if case is retried

June 23, 2017

Constand worked at Cosby's alma mater, Temple University . Even though the machinations of a retrial would be handled by attorneys, the ultimate decision of the next panel of jurors will be, once again, heavily dependent on their assessment of Constand and Cosby.

Rajnikanth and Akshay Kumar's 2.0 trailer will be launched on December 12

June 23, 2017

Talking about the film getting delayed, the source said, "The film was meant to release during Diwali this year, but they had to push it to next year because of the extensive VFX". Recently, Rajinikanth and Amy Jackson's picture from the sets of the film had gone viral on social media. Recent release Baahubali 2 broke many records at the box office.

Saaho will be the biggest action film of 2018: Neil Nitin

June 23, 2017

Sujeeth has a great vision to show the movie. "Saaho will be the biggest action film of 2018", revealed the actor. The film, being directed by Sujeeth, will simultaneously be shot and release in four languages - Telugu, Tamil, Malayalam and Hindi.

World War Z 2 Is A Go With David Fincher & Brad Pitt

June 23, 2017

So there you have it, one of the biggest director's out there, David Fincher, will be helming the World War Z sequel, with Brad Pitt coming back to star. Marc Forster directed 2013's World War Z , which impressed critics and performed well at the box office, taking in $540 million worldwide. Fincher has a great track record with adapting novels.

Mithun Chakraborty says yes to Krushna Abhishek's comedy show

June 23, 2017

Talking about Krushna Abhishek's new show which is tentatively titled as "Comedy Company", the show will revolve around a family that intends to pursue theater and the preparations have begun for it. Mithun liked the concept and immediately agreed to do the show which is set to go on air soon.The makers of the show feel that with Mithun's presence, the Show will only get better.

Genoa makes special airport waiver for famed pesto sauce

June 23, 2017

To make the most of the new rules, however, passengers must make a donation of 50 cents or more to a charity that airlifts sick children to hospitals. Once the pesto has been scanned by an X-ray machine, passengers can carry it on board. Airport officials say the idea came to them after having seized hundred of jars of pesto from travelers trying to take a little taste of Genoa back with them.

Colbert goes to Russia, vows to search for Comey 'tapes'

June 23, 2017

The tweet and pic were about more than announcing the trip, but also in response to Trump's two tweets earlier in the day in which the President acknowledged that he did not have any recordings of ex-FBI director James Comey as he had hinted about for the past forty-plus days.

Mariah Carey slammed for on-set antics

June 23, 2017

Directed by Andrew J. Cohen, The House stars Ferrell and Amy Poehler as two suburban parents who start an underground casino in their basement to pay for their daughter's college tuition. I'm not even going to tell you the worst part. "She was like, 'You guys, I'm so sorry, I have to have those little stuffed lambs - my fans are called lambs - and so I need stuffed white lambs, '" Huebel said.

Juror says 2 holdouts prevented guilty verdict

June 23, 2017

In an initial, non-binding poll, the jury unanimously voted not guilty on all three counts against Cosby, the juror explained . O'Neill's ruling came a day after lawyers for several media companies and prosecutors and defense lawyers were in court arguing over the release of the jurors' names .

Nickelodeon's 'Rocko's Modern Life' Special Has A Crazy Premise

June 23, 2017

The movie will reunite the original voice cast including Carlos Alazraqui as Rocko , Tom Kenny as Heffer and Mr. Lawrence as Filburt. The film's premise seems to have landed right in the middle of Rocko's anti-corporate, anti-fad wheelhouse, with everybody's favorite cartoon wallaby returning to Earth from space (where's he been stuck since 1996), only to find his best friends Heffer and Filburt, plus the entire rest of the planet, addicted to smartphones and social media.

Courteney Cox opens up about her cosmetic surgery regrets

June 23, 2017

But, she has not only has she changed her way of thinking now and forgone the fillers , she claims that she has started taking better care of herself in all areas of her life and she feels more energetic than ever. "He appreciates beauty, but it's deeper than that". Courteney Cox only recently found out what her face looks like. "One of [Coco's] favorite shows is RuPaul's Drag Race ".

Qatar dismisses terrorism list as 'baseless'

June 23, 2017

But he said there was no alternative to confronting Qatar, because the other five members of the Gulf Cooperation Council can't trust a partner that's "going to be duplicitous in his policies". And Morocco too enjoys very good relationships with Qatar as well as long-held strategic relationships with Saudi Arabia, UAE and Bahrain. Qatar hosts the Al-Udeid military base, the largest United States airbase in the Middle East.

Z Writes an Article About Social Justice & Kalief Browder

June 23, 2017

Bowder's case was eventually dismissed, but he suffered from PTSD as a result of his hard time at Rikers and eventually committed suicide at the age of 22. He's just one example in a system that is broken. As a father with a growing family, it's the least I can do, but philanthropy is not a long fix, we have to get rid of these inhumane practices altogether.

Liam Payne visits 'The Tonight Show' with Jimmy Fallon

June 23, 2017

The monstrous meal began with Shanghai soup dumplings spiked with every college dude's favorite bittersweet shot, Jägermeister, which Payne couldn't place, though he did come close with his misspelled guess of "licqurish". The next entreé of pizza bianco with spring vegetables, burrata and pecorino dusted with crushed red chili flakes gets mixed reviews...thanks to the addition of marshmallow fluff.

Prince William Celebrates 35th Birthday Privately

June 23, 2017

This marks a break from a very long royal tradition of staying within the aristocratic lineage. This is a special event in the royal calendar that features a military parade and flypast at Buckingham Palace. "As residents of the local area, they are keen to offer their immediate support". According to The Independent , Prince William will be spending the day with his wife and two kids, Prince George and Princess Charlotte .

JR NTR To Reprise Grandfather NTR's Role In Savitri Biopic?

June 23, 2017

Directed by Nag Ashwin, Nadigaiyar Thilagam has music scored by Mickey J Meyer. Besides the cameo, the major hinder for NTR to associate with Mahanati may be Ashwini Dutt (his daughter is producing the film and his son-in-law is directing).

Trump Says He Didn't Tape Conversations With Comey

June 23, 2017

After leaked details of Comey's conversations with Trump appeared in news reports, the former Federal Bureau of Investigation director appeared on Capitol Hill to testify about his interactions with the president. Schiff said in a statement. The admission threw a new twist into allegations, fed by Comey's own claims, that Trump wanted the Federal Bureau of Investigation to pull back on its probe into the Russian Federation scandal.

Mourners gather for funeral of student detained in North Korea

June 23, 2017

A crowd of some 2,000 people filled a high school auditorium in Otto Warmbier's hometown of OH to celebrate his life. Warmbier's family declined to have an autopsy performed on him following his death Monday , the Hamilton County Coroner's Office in OH said , deciding that only an "external examination" would be performed.

London Bridge terrorists may have had siege plans

June 23, 2017

Metropolitan Police Commander Dean Haydon praised the bravery of the police officers and members of public who tackled the three despite the danger of being killed in an explosion had the vests been real. Since then a crowded Manchester concert featuring the pop singer Ariana Grande was hit by a bomber and three knife-wielding men in a rented van attacked civilians in and around London Bridge .

GOP, Paul opposition imperil Senate health care bill

June 23, 2017

The Senate bill does not, but - as explained below - insurers could provide skimpier coverage in states that get waivers for essential health benefits. The Senate measures would phase out expansion of the Medicaid program for poor and disabled people over three years, from 2021 to 2024, and then enact deeper cuts in the program than the House version beginning in 2025.

Bill Cosby trial Day 3: Accuser Andrea Constand to be grilled further

June 23, 2017

Constand testified that Cosby gave her three blue pills to help her relax during a 2004 visit to his Pennsylvania home . Bill Cosby arrives with actress Sheila Frazier, left, and Frazier's husband John Atchison, a celebrity hairstylist, for his sexual assault trial at the Montgomery County Courthouse in Norristown, Pa ., Wednesday, June 7, 2017.

Primetime Ratings: Fox Shows Fall But Network Still Wins

June 23, 2017

CBS was second in total viewers with 3.6 million, airing all repeats; ABC was third with 2.8 million; Telemundo was fifth with 1.4 million. The bar in the summer is much lower. On Fox, " MasterChef " (0.9, 3.2 million) dipped in both measures from last week, while " The F Word " (0.7, 2.2 million) ticked down in the demo. An encore telecast of " The Carmichael Show " averaged a 0.6/3 in 18-49 and 2.8 million viewers overall from 9:30-10 p.m.

Police shooting videos don't mean justice for black people

June 23, 2017

The case began a little less than a year ago, when Castile was killed by a police officer named Jeronimo Yanez during a traffic stop initiated over a broken taillight. I don't know if it was in his pocket or in between the seats or the center console. "He has the gun out", Judge Glenda Hatchett said . "Okay", Yanez interrupted his voice remaining steady as he shifted his right hand onto the holster of his gun.

Cosby won't testify, defense rests in sex assault trial

June 23, 2017

Prosecutors and police detectives read aloud portions of Cosby's statements to police in 2005 and in a civil deposition in 2006. Cosby, 79 , could serve 10 years in prison for the charges of three counts of aggravated indecent assault, making it possible the comedian and alumnus could be in prison for the rest of his life.

Merkel says May's offer on expats "good start" but many questions remain

June 23, 2017

Mr Macron has joined forces with German Chancellor Angela Merkel , pledging to put a post-Brexit EU back on track to deliver prosperity and security after years of austerity and crisis. He also confirmed that Britain would opt for a "hard Brexit " that involves quitting the EU's single market and customs union, rejecting suggestions that after a poor election performance by May the line might be softened.

Pound dives as UK plunges into new period of uncertainty

June 23, 2017

No mandate for her. May, who is the second female Prime Minister for the United Kingdom after Margaret Thatcher, didn't win elections in 2016. But in one of the most sensational nights in British electoral history, a resurgent Labour Party denied her an outright win, throwing the country into political turmoil.

Ronit Roy plays the baddie in Jai Lava…

June 23, 2017

Ronit is said to be making his debut in the Telugu movies with this movie. The team is now shooting an action sequence with Ronit in a stone quarry in Hyderabad. The actor will be having triple role in the movie playing the roles of Jai, Lava Kumar and Kusal Kumar. For one of his roles, NTR will be seen wearing prosthetic and his look is being handled by Hollywood make-up artist Vance Hartwell, popular for his work in films such as The Lord of the Rings trilogy and Shutter Island .

Dem says 'we can do better' than GOP health plan

June 23, 2017

New Mexico and other states that expanded Medicaid to low-income working adults under the Affordable Care Act , also known as " Obamacare ", would see the largest percentage of job losses. Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell developed the bill behind closed doors . McConnell has very little room for error - he can only lose two Republican votes and still pass the bill - and GOP senators were not jumping to support it.

Senate Republicans holding private meeting

June 23, 2017

The subsidies enabling low-income people to buy private health insurance are expected to be linked to recipients' income in the Senate bill , a "major improvement" from a measure approved last month by the House that tied them exclusively to age, Republican Senator Susan Collins said.

Collins says she'll study Senate health care bill's impact

June 23, 2017

The protesters have filled a hallway in one of the Senate office buildings, outside the office of Majority Leader Mitch McConnell of Kentucky. Protesters were organized by a group called ADAPT , which identifies itself as a nonprofit for people with disabilities.

Why Bill Cosby Apologized To His Accuser's Mother

June 23, 2017

Hours later, the prosecution rested its case Friday afternoon and the defense will get to call their first witness on Monday. Will this piece of evidence put Bill Cosby in prison? Bill Cosby has admitted to apologising to his accuser's mother over an alleged sexual assault , a Pennsylvania courtroom has heard.

UK's Prince Philip has left hospital in London, Buckingham Palace says

June 23, 2017

He has suffered heart ailments in the past. William Hill spokesman Rupert Adams said they had taken just 13 bets on yellow, he added: "During the News At 10 on Tuesday evening they said the Queen would be going straight to Ascot from the opening of Parliament ".

Stephen Curry: It Would Mean Everything To Keep Warriors Together

June 23, 2017

Durant was the Finals MVP, topping 30 points every game and averaging 35.2 points, but he knows considerable credit goes to Curry for the pressure he puts on opposing defenses. Durant and Curry were always right in the middle, yet they stayed loose and focused by building their own relationship - not to mention shooting skills - through regular shooting contests that were oh so close.

Kanye West wants more kids with Kim Kardashian West

June 23, 2017

The second oldest Kardashian sister was publicly open about her feryility issues as well as her intentions to have another baby with husband Kanye West. Kim and Kanye had an incredibly tough year last year, after her Paris robbery in October, and the rapper's mental breakdown in December. On Wednesday, the reality star launched her own solo make-up line, which sold out within hours.

Tom Cruise & Brendan Fraser 'Mummy' Movies Connection Revealed

June 23, 2017

Lacking the campy fun of the franchise's most recent entries and failing to deliver many monster-movie thrills, The Mummy suggests a speedy unraveling for the Dark Universe . Marvel has changed the movie game as of late with its Marvel Cinematic Universe. Instead, it's a bit of this, a bit of that. Tom Cruise plays Nick Morton - actually, let's let him tell you.

Adam West, star of 1960s TV series 'Batman,' dies at 88

June 23, 2017

The kitschy, lighthearted 1966-68 Batman television series became a pop culture phenomenon and cemented the Caped Crusader's campy image for a generation until darker comic book and movie interpretations came along. " I will miss him in the physical world and savor him always in the world of imagination and creativity ." she stated. Late in his life, he often appeared as himself on numerous TV series and did voice work for shows like The Simpsons , Family Guy , Futurama and others.

Prince Harry says no royal wants the throne

June 23, 2017

It is part of Harry's desire, he claims, of modernizing the monarchy-a goal he shares with Prince William , who will likely be king someday. "I am now fired up and energized and love charity stuff, meeting people and making them laugh", he says in the profile, in which Newsweek was given access to Prince Harry for nearly a year.

Cosby Planning Townhalls to Discuss Avoiding Sexual Assault Allegations: Spokesperson

June 23, 2017

And Wyatt said the first town hall could come as early as July in Birmingham. You can listen to the full interview here. "And it also affects married men", Wyatt laughed, while Good Morning Alabama host Janice Rodgers poignantly asked, "Is it kind of a, 'do as I say, not as I do?'" The spokesperson laughed the anchor's jab off, while Benson immediately jumped in with a followup.

George Soros says Britain nearing tipping point, may reverse Brexit

June 22, 2017

But the point was effectively conceded before talks began, with Mr Davis yesterday accepting an European Union timetable set out last week, which makes clear trade will only be discussed once "sufficient progress" is made on citizenship, Northern Ireland and a "single financial settlement" of as much as £88 billion.

AAA predicts record heavy travel over July 4th weekend

June 23, 2017

This projection is 1.25 million more than past year, an increase of nearly 3%. Evans said the biggest factors driving growth are low gas prices, strong employment, rising incomes, and higher consumer confidence, "but overall Michiganders just love to travel, and want to do something fun for this mid-summer tradition".

Emma Watson hides books

June 22, 2017

She also left handwritten notes inscribed in French along with the books. Emma Watson is at it again! Fans all over social media couldn't control their excitement and were all enthusiastic about discovering the copies of Atwood's book.

Bill Cosby Trial: Defense Rests After Calling Just One Witness

June 22, 2017

In statements to police and in his civil deposition, the comedian known as "America's Dad" admitted that he gave Constand pills and then engaged in sexual contact with her. "He is definitely guilty of all three aggravated indecent assaults". His other high-profile successes include the defense of a Roman Catholic archbishop accused of covering up sex assault by clergy in Pennsylvania, a former deputy attorney general facing homicide charges and the acquittal of the city's deputy mayor in ...

Megyn Kelly Defends Alex Jones Interview

June 22, 2017

First, she came under heavy criticism for a highly anticipated interview with Vladimir Putin . First, there was her exclusive sit-down with Russian president Vladimir Putin during which she lobbed softball questions amid a federal investigation into Russia's involvement in November's US election.

Rihanna's Final Collection for Manolo Blahnik Is Called "So Stoned"

June 22, 2017

Poor DJ Khaled, who sports a pair of white jeans and a floral jacket, had to play second-fiddle to the goddess as she flounces around in a lovely blue off-the-shoulder mini dress by Alberta Ferretti and a pair of jewel-encrusted gladiator sandals, which are actually part of her third and final collaboration with shoe designer Manolo Blahnik .

Netflix Adds Choose-Your-Own-Ending Content for Kids

June 22, 2017

It sees the Shrek character sucked into a magical book of fairytales and having to try to make it to the end of all the stories to escape. The 13 different choices throughout the episode lead to two different conclusions to the show, which is aimed at children between four and six.

Tillerson Calls for Middle East Countries to Ease the Qatar Blockade

June 22, 2017

In reality, the schism between Gulf Cooperation Council allies is a setback for USA interests, and the reset between Washington and Riyadh , heralded by the administration and many observers, if not a farce, is clearly far from complete. The disclosure of the alleged remarks made by Emir Tamim bin Hamad al-Thani on May 25 during an address to a military graduation ceremony sympathising with Iran and terming it as a legitimate regional player only confirmed this for Riyadh .

Ken Doll New Line Gives Barbie's Boyfriend More Diversity

June 22, 2017

Mattel offered three new Barbie body types: tall, curvy and petite. Fifteen new versions of the doll have been released in the United Kingdom featuring wide-ranging makeovers - including varying body sizes, skin tones and hairstyles.

1 dead as Cindy spins severe weather along Gulf coast

June 22, 2017

The National Hurricane Center also warned of the possibility of a few tornadoes Thursday "from the lower MS and Tennessee Valley regions to the central Gulf Coast". Over the coming days, the cold front will push the remnants of the storm east and will help dump more rain over the Tennessee and MS valleys. Heavy rains and wind could disrupt oil supplies at the massive refining and production centers along the U.S.

Cosby's lawyer attacks 1 accuser as sex assault trial opens

June 22, 2017

Andrea Constand's story is finally being heard in open court. Standing at a podium, the lawyer painstakingly reviewed Constand's phone records and police statements, hoping to show she changed her mind about the date of the alleged assault and gave authorities an incomplete picture of her friendship with the TV star.

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