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Michael Cohen hearing: A criminal administration, a reactionary opposition

March 07, 2019

SHAPIRO: So the crime there would be campaign finance violations. Cohen's knowledge about the inner workings of the Trump Organization is expansive. After the hearing, Chairman Cummings boasted that "not one person on our side mentioned impeachment", as though that was an achievement to be proud of.

Some Canadian radio stations have stopped playing Michael Jackson songs

March 07, 2019

It focuses on The Thriller singer's child companions, Wade Robson and James Safechuck , who allege Jackson abused them as young boys. The Jackson family denies the charges and is suing HBO for $100 million. Sonshine FM was the only Perth-based radio station to say it had pulled Jackson from the airwaves following the release of the Leaving Neverland documentary.

Mark Drakeford skips First Minister's Questions for Prince Of Wales investiture celebration

March 07, 2019

Meghan Markle was greeted by screams from more than 12,000 schoolchildren as she made a surprise appearance at WE Day , the global initiative to encourage young people to take part in positive social change. After the reception for Prince Charles was over, Princess Anne held an audience where she received Janet Rogers, a Committee Member at the National Equine Forum, and Dr Georgina Crossman, an administrator.

Kelly Back in Custody Over Unpaid Child Support

March 07, 2019

Kelly must pay $161,663 to be released from jail, she said. Kelly was charged last month with 10 counts of aggravated sexual abuse but he has denied wrongdoing and pleaded not guilty. I'm going to take her to the concert. How come it was OK for me to see them until they wasn't getting no money from me? Kelly had been out on bail in a criminal case accusing him of sexually abusing four women years ago, including three who were underage at the time.

Will Smith to Play Venus, Serena Williams’ Dad in Movie ‘King Richard’

March 07, 2019

The Shreveport, Louisiana native raised his two future tennis champions in Compton, California. According to editors at Deadline , Smith is reportedly set to play Richard Williams in biopic King Richard , who despite having no tennis background, oversaw his daughters' tennis careers from public courts in Compton, California to the top of the worldwide game.

School Of Rock star Joey Gaydos Jr arrested for shoplifting guitars

March 06, 2019

Gaydos of Punta Gorda was reported to have stolen guitars and equipment on January 31 and February 7 in Sarasota County, according to Sarasota County Sheriff's Office. Now a Florida resident, he's facing grand theft charges in two counties. Joey blamed a drug problem for his crimes but court records show he entered a not guilty plea over the guitars but has not entered a plea for the amp yet.

R Kelly denies sexual abuse allegations in unhinged CBS interview

March 06, 2019

Kelly sat down for a full hour and 20 minutes, but the full interview will be released on Wednesday. The Savages said they haven't been in touch with Joycelyn in two years since she got into a relationship with the "Trapped in the Closet" singer, according to the Atlanta Journal-Constitution .

Game of Thrones Teases An Epic Conclusion With Full Season 8 Trailer

March 06, 2019

The Army of the Dead is a fearsome antagonist, but the real question is there anything beyond " Who lives and who dies?" We then see swaths of soldiers readying ships for battle and Sansa Stark ( Sophie Turner ) looking up in awe to see dragons soaring above her in Winterfell .

So How's 'Big Feminist Movie' 'Captain Marvel'? The Early Reviews Are In

March 06, 2019

But all that changes - finally! - with the introduction of a stand-alone female Marvel superhero. We may also see something special from her cat Goose. Both even include a scene of someone being tossed across a room into a jukebox. This role will mark one of few regular TV roles Larson has had throughout her career.

Joe Jonas picks Priyanka-Nick over Kevin-Danielle for a vacation

March 06, 2019

It was a Jonas Brothers reunion on The Late Late Show with James Corden . When asked if his kids like the new additions of Priyanka and Joe's fiancée, Sophie Turner , the eldest Jonas brother said: "They definitely do now". The musical trio of brothers - made up of Kevin , Joe , and Nick Jonas - recently made a comeback to the music scene with their first new music in nearly six years when they dropped new single " Sucker " last week.

R. Kelly tells CBS ‘I didn’t do this stuff’ in interview

March 06, 2019

I just look at you're you, I'm me. When R. Kelly is locked up, and they throw him in with the general prison population, I'm going to pop bottles. She was questioning him on if he ever had sexual relations with underage girls, which he vigorously denied. The series - which featured interviews with almost 50 people - was inspired by years of reporting by Chicago journalist Jim DeRogatis.

Google Temporarily Disables Photos On Android TV

March 06, 2019

Following the Twitter conversation, Google's response was to check in with the TV manufacturer. The issue is clearly not happening to every Android TV device, just some subset of devices. Probal Bose from Vu Technologies added: "After verifying the incident we have informed our customers that it was not an issue of Vu Television but it was software malfunction of the Google Home App".

Meghan and Kate shine at royal reunion

March 06, 2019

Meghan cut a graceful figure in a recycled £895 Amanda Wakeley coat teamed with a floral embellished dress as she stood alongside Harry during the celebrations on Tuesday, joined by Kate and Prince William, 36. THE Duchesses of Cambridge and Sussex made a dazzling duo yesterday as they stepped out for their first joint engagement since Christmas . The move came after repeated cases of online abuse directed at Duchesses Meghan and Kate surfaced.

How Captain Marvel's Superpowers Stack Up To The Rest Of The Avengers

March 06, 2019

But the "big feminist movie" that star Brie Larson said she pressured the studio to create is already being eclipsed by an even more important Marvel film based on a script that hasn't been written yet about a character who, Esquire reminds us, " doesn't exist (yet )".

Michael Jackson 'Married' 10-Year-Old Boy, Claims New Documentary

March 06, 2019

As has been the case with Jackson's long and complicated history of facing similar allegations - all of which the singer staunchly denied while alive - there are many who are speaking out against his alleged actions, and many others who fervently reject and rebuke the allegations against the entertainer.

Jonas Brothers Documentary in the Works at Amazon

March 06, 2019

Apparently, The 36-year-old beauty flaunted her flawless figure as she posed in a bathtub full of bubbles captioned: 'Glam baths. yes pls. the #jonasbrothers Are back! "And every time her hand would go around, and he was holding Valentina, she would just push it off", Kevin said.

Former Beverly Hills 90210 and Riverdale actor Luke Perry dies

March 06, 2019

Perry, 52, was hospitalized on February 27 after paramedics were dispatched to the Riverdale star's home in Sherman Oaks, California, according to TMZ . One friend called Jaala Leis Wanless, who worked with him on Riverdale , posted a video on Instagram in remembrance. She later tweeted: "I just can't believe it".

Game of Thrones Season 8 Trailer Reaction & Review

March 06, 2019

It'll bring together the most major GoT characters in one place since the show's first episode and is apparently "expected to be the longest consecutive battle sequence ever committed to film". As the trailer ends, we see the army of the living, arrayed in the war field as the final shot shows just the legs of a zombie horse/dragon. The dragons flying over Winterfell .

News Michael Jackson Gets Banned by Quebec Radio Stations

March 06, 2019

The company operates 23 radio stations in the province overall. While Michael Jackson fans are divided over the child abuse allegations in Leaving Neverland , Cogeco Media, one of the largest radio networks in Quebec, has pulled the late singer's music from its stations.

Kylie Jenner is officially the world's youngest billionaire

March 06, 2019

Bloomberg on Tuesday also named Jenner the world's youngest self-made billionaire. At the age of 21, Kylie Jenner has dominated the makeup industry and has established herself as a CEO who knows exactly what she's doing. Following her deal with the beauty company, Kylie Cosmetics sold $54.5 million worth of products in just six weeks, according to estimates from Oppenheimer .

'Bachelor': Tayshia's Ready to Have Sex With Colton

March 05, 2019

You don't know who to believe, you don't know what's true. Everything with Cassie had been going relatively well until her dad was flown in. "I want what's best for you", Cassie states. Cassie told Colton she felt as though staying would be the wrong decision for her so Colton helped her to put on her coat and walked her out after a truly heartbreaking goodbye.

Watch the Game of Thrones season 8 trailer

March 05, 2019

Also, quite a few of the cast members had opened up on how Game of Thrones 8 will not be what the viewers are expecting it to be. The expectation has been well stoked by tales of an epic Winterfell battle and more before the Season 8 premiere.

Wrestling Legend King Kong Bundy Passes Away at 61-Years-Old

March 05, 2019

Herro told Wrestling Inc as well that he has confirmed the passing with Bundy's family. "Today we lost a Legend and a man I consider family". "Rest in peace, Chris. He was also part of a class action lawsuit filed against WWE in 2016, which accused the company of failing to care for the wrestlers as they were suffering head injuries.

Kate Middleton to throw Meghan Markle a baby shower: Details

March 05, 2019

Meghan Markle is planning to raise her child with a "fluid" approach to gender. The Duchess is believed to have gifted her friends with navy blue cashmere jumpers with the words "baby baby baby" stitched into them with gold thread. "The stories of the two duchesses having a major ongoing feud are just overblown", the source said in January. "They are friends, and anything you're being told otherwise is inaccurate and untrue".

USA socialite Kyle Jenner becomes world's youngest billionaire

March 05, 2019

The entrepreneur owns 100% of Kylie Cosmetics, the three-year-old beauty business that did an estimated $360 million in sales past year, and most of her sales are done online. She added that the recognition "feels really good". Much of it is driven through social media. She was surprised by the success of her cosmetics company which was only founded in 2015 but is now worth an estimated $900million.

Wrestling star King Kong Bundy dies at 61

March 05, 2019

He broke into the WWE ranks in the '80s and dominated the inaugural WrestleMania . Bundy then feuded with Andre the Giant before WWF ginned up the story line in which Bundy challenged Hogan for his world heavyweight title in late 1985. Rest in Peace Chris. One of Bundy's memorable matches in his career was a steel cage match against Hulk Hogan at WrestleMania 2 for the WWE Championship.

Travis Scott denies cheating on Kylie Jenner

March 05, 2019

A spokesperson for Jenner has yet to comment on the claims. Perhaps Scott really was sick after all. The 26-year-old rapper returned to the stage at Madison Square Garden on Saturday to continue his tour. Jerritt Clark/Getty Images for Klutch Sports Group. Jaden Smith reacts to Jordyn Woods & Kylie Jenner's friendship crumbling. Kylie Jenner and Travis Scott together on Instagram .

Young Republicans Have Mixed Feelings About Cohen's Testimony (HBO)

March 05, 2019

In fact, the Intelligence Committee is already planning to call Weisselberg in for an interview , according to The Daily Beast . Weisselberg is so important to the investigations of Trump that prosecutors in Manhattan have reportedly offered him immunity in order to get his cooperation with their efforts.

Roseanne Mocks #MeToo, Calls Women of Movement 'Hoes'

March 05, 2019

Harris, the California senator who's running for president. Barr's vitriol wasn't just reserved for those behind the ongoing #MeToo movement against sexual assault and harassment; she also turned on some of her former Hollywood peers. "So I woke up out of a dead sleep at 2 a.m. and I'm like, 'I've got it!" I should have reversed it and it was a total impaired tweet. Barr also referred to Ilhan Omar and Rashida Tlaib as "Hamas", the Palestinian terror group, and said she supports the ...

Pics! Kate Beckinsale & Pete Davidson Just Went Public with Some Serious PDA

March 05, 2019

Unfortunately for the Rangers, Beckinsale and Davidson didn't bring the home team much luck as they fell to the Capitals in overtime, 3-2. The pair, who have been romantically linked since the Golden Globes at the start of January, took their seats to watch the game and were photographed holding hands and passionately kissing in the stands.

Michael Jackson's family speaks out about 'Leaving Neverland' documentary

March 05, 2019

His family, who spoke with CBS This Morning about Leaving Neverland , claim Robson and Safechuck are lying for financial gains. The two-part Leaving Neverland documentary is set to begin airing Sunday on HBO. "There's no alarm bells going off in your head or anything like that", he said. He said: "I grew up in it, so for me, it wasn't odd". "I was like 'No that can't be Wade Robson not the same guy that I knew, They must have got the names wrong", Taj Jackson said.

Royal family issues new social media guidelines to deter trolls

March 05, 2019

The guidelines come after recent reports of a rise in social media abuse towards the Duchesses of Cambridge and Sussex. According to the statement, they ask anybody "engaging with our social media channels shows courtesy, kindness and respect for all other members of our social media communities".

Kangana Ranaut parties with Ankita Lokhande at Manikarnika success bash

March 05, 2019

And true to her nature, she didn't go with the oft-repeated "No Comments" approach when asked on contentious issues. Ranbir, who was one of the most acclaimed actors in the political drama Rajneeti , refused to get indulged in political matters.

Actor Luke Perry In The Hospital

March 05, 2019

And now, several of his co-stars from shows including Beverley Hills, 90210 and Riverdale have rallied behind the actor, showing their support and giving their well wishes for a speedy recovery. In a report based on the notes of the Los Angeles Fire Department at around 9:30 am, Wednesday, on which they got a call from a registered number under the 52-year old actor's address.

Global Broadcasters Buy Michael Jackson Documentary ‘Leaving Neverland’

March 04, 2019

One livid fan even suggested the Jackson estate should pursue legal action in the wake of the documentary and its allegations. It does, however, raise questions about the two mothers who allowed their children to sleep with a grown man. In both cases, Jackson first earned the trust of the boys' families by inviting them out to his Ranch for friendly sleepovers, where he showered them with attention, affection, and gifts.

How 'Captain Marvel' Almost Debuted In 'Avengers: Age Of Ultron'

March 04, 2019

According to Rotten Tomatoes' official statement, it eliminated the Want to See percentage score because it was sometimes confused with the Audience Score (submitted by those who have seen the movie), which is also represented as a percentage.

'Voice' Season 13 contestant Janice Freeman dies at 33

March 04, 2019

Freeman had struggled with a number of health issues including lupus, meningitis and cervical cancer, which she'd beaten. Miley Cyrus honored the life of " The Voice " star Janice Freeman after she passed away on March 2 due to a tragic blood clot.

Actor Luke Perry dies at age 52

March 04, 2019

The entertainment news site says Perry passed away Monday morning at the hospital in Burbank, California. Perry's friends and family were with him at the time of death, his publicist said in a statement . Perry was primed for a comeback following his return in Riverdale , with a role set in Quentin Tarantino's Once Upon a Time in Hollywood . Perry, who was born and raised in OH, was previously married to Sharp - with whom he had both children - from 1993 to 2003.