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Tuesday Poll: Are You Buying the Pixel 3a or Pixel 3a XL?

May 08, 2019

First off, there's no Gorilla Glass 5 case and wireless charging, that's been swapped for a plastic shell, although it does still carry the same dual-tone design. The camera uses a 12.2mp Sony rear lens and 8pm front snapper, with the former supporting HDR+ and 4K recording at 30fps. The smaller device will pack a 3,000 mAh battery (slightly larger than its premium counterpart) and the larger will have a 3,700 mAh battery.

Philadelphia’s Zahav named Best Restaurant at 2019 James Beard Foundation Awards

May 08, 2019

Presented annually since 1990, the awards recognize excellence in food, drink, service, restaurant design and more. "The best part of food is sharing it with others", Christensen said. Hosted for a second time since 2017 by actor/cooking blogger Jesse Tyler Ferguson ("Modern Family"), the who's who of the nation's culinary scene gathered at the lavish Opera House in what is becoming a Chicago awards ceremony tradition.

Met Gala 2019 photos: Best dressed, worst dressed and so-so

May 08, 2019

The dress even lit up like a real light fixture. "I felt like my kid [self] watching Univision, and all of a sudden she was in all of the outfits!" Perry's second act was a hamburger costume, complete with a lettuce dress and a toothpick hat.

Former Game Of Thrones Star Eyed For The Eternals At Marvel Studios

May 08, 2019

The Wrap initially broke the news that Richard Madden is in talks to star opposite Jolie and Nanjiani in Marvel's The Eternals , though they weren't sure who Madden would be playing. The story will focus on the female Eternal known as Sersi, (no, not the character on " Game of Thrones "), several insiders have told TheWrap. The Eternals will be directed by Chloe Zhao (Songs My Brothers Taught Me, The Rider ) and written by Matthew and Ryan Fripo.

Meghan Markle Plans on Gifting Her Baby Boy This Classic Children’s Book

May 08, 2019

In a televised interview from 2016-one year prior to news of her royal engagement to Prince Harry-the then-actress answered a series of rapid-fire questions for Season 5 of the United States of America show, Suits , where she starred as powerhouse paralegal Rachel Zane.

Jessica Chastain Slams Game Of Thrones, Says Rape Is Not A Tool

May 08, 2019

During her "Last of the Starks" conversation with The Hound (who says he heard Sansa was "broken in rough", as an very bad euphemism for her rape), she holds his hand and tells him, "Without Littlefinger , and Ramsay, and the rest, I would have stayed a little bird all my life".

Flustered Prince Harry thanks the horses after announcing birth of his son

May 08, 2019

Prince William has gushed about the birth of his first nephew but questions remain over the state of his relationship with Prince Harry . It is not known whether the child will be given a royal title but it is highly likely. Perhaps most notably, Meghan made a decision to ignore past practice by keeping the birth private and well away from the media's eyes. Prince William and new dad Prince Harry are said to be barely talking to each other - with fears their divisions could ...

Here's when we'll see Baby Sussex for the first time

May 08, 2019

While many took to social media to celebrate the couple's news, Kris Jenner spoke out in true Kardashian style. Meghan's estranged half-sister Samantha Markle has offered her congratulations and urged the Duchess of Sussex to fix the rift in their family.

Game of Thrones showrunners respond after viewers spot Starbucks error

May 08, 2019

We can dissect why, say, the cup wasn't digitally removed before Sunday's episode . Season eight , episode five of Game of Thrones will air in the U.S. We're sorry! 'Westeros was the first place to actually to have Starbucks, it's a little known fact, ' she then quipped. Twitter users had a field day with the Starbucks gaffe, quickly taking to social media to both express their dismay and share hilarious memes making fun of it.

Disney's new release schedule pushes back Avatar sequels, includes more Star Wars

May 08, 2019

As part of the recent fusing of multiple movie empires , Disney made a massive announcement of film release dates on Tuesday relating to everything under its corporate, cinematic sun. The first " Avatar " film now sits at the most profitable movie of all time at $2.7 billion worldwide, according to Box Office Mojo . The big news, of course, is the Avatar and Star Wars release dates.

Klopp: Liverpool need miracle to knock out Barca

May 08, 2019

It's guaranteed", he said of the 19-year-old Londoner's involvement. He said: 'They are losing 3-0 so tonight is not about how to stop them it is about how can they create an incredible situation to beat Barcelona after a 3-0 defeat. "I like to make jokes", said Alba . "When you're on the bench, you are an option to play". Many are comparing Tuesday's task to the comeback Liverpool pulled off three years ago against, coincidentally, Dortmund in a Europa League quarter-final at ...

Pamela Anderson and Kristinn Hrafnsson speak after visiting Julian Assange in prison

May 07, 2019

In a brief court appearance via video from the prison last week, Assange confirmed that he opposes his extradition. It's unclear whether her tweet came before or after her scheduled visit to Assange at Belmarsh prison in London . Anderson later told her Twitter followers that the 47-year-old activist is "treated as the world's most unsafe man in order to make him a criminal, without him ever having done anything whatever wrong".

Meghan Markle’s home birth plan dashed when she is rushed to hospital

May 07, 2019

She was also crowned the all-boys Catholic School's homecoming queen in 1999. This means it won't be until later this week or next week when many of them meet the royal baby for the first time. He said: 'I'm very excited to announce that Meghan and myself had a baby boy earlier this morning, a very healthy boy. "It's been the most fantastic experience I could ever possibly imagine", Harry continued.

Jared Leto carries a replica of his head at Met Gala

May 07, 2019

It's that time of the year for the 2019 Met Gala . Camp , a theme that embraces humour, exaggeration and liberal interpretation, was inspired by writer Susan Sontag's 1964 essay Notes on "Camp" . Styles offered a tad of see-through via his custom Gucci organza shirt with black lace, donning a single bee earing and heeled booties. In a blue Tommy Hilfiger gown, Zendaya looked every bit the flawless Disney princess.

Vincent Kompany: For 15 years midfielders told me ‘Don’t shoot!’

May 07, 2019

Guardiola is not normally one to entertain mind-games but he fired a pointed remark at City's title rivals after beating Leicester , insisting that the pressure will be off Liverpool - and that facing high-flying Wolves should be "easy". Both sides have already passed 90 points and the race will go to the final day of the season. I'm going to do exactly what I've done today for as long as I can.

Duke and Duchess of Sussex welcome Baby Boy

May 07, 2019

Meghan's mother Doria Ragland is with her daughter at the royal couple's new Frogmore Cottage residence on the grounds of Windsor Castle west of London. Meghan's mother is with the new family of three at Frogmore Cottage. "May God bless the new family with love, health and happiness". In February, the former actress celebrated her baby shower at the Mark Hotel in New York City, which was co-hosted by close friends Serena Williams and Genevieve Hillis.

Lily Collins says she believes ghosts of Ted Bundy’s victims visited her

May 07, 2019

Collins told the site that she believed Bundy's victims may have been trying to get in touch with her - a sign that she was about to embark on an important journey. "Thank you for telling the story", she said. Collins even spent time with the real Kloepfer, director Joe Berlinger told Newsweek . Along with Kloepfer, the pair also got to interact with her daughter, Molly .

The Inspiration Behind Kim Kardashian's Met Gala Look

May 07, 2019

In the past-Kardashian and West haven't always been in sync when it comes to coordinating their looks and this year, Kim K. was definitely the standout in Thierry Mugler. Her husband Kanye West , on the other hand, didn't appear to have put too much effort into his look for the big night, arriving in a $38 black zip-up Dickies canvas jacket and slacks - not such a fair cry from the bedazzled trucker jacket and ripped jeans the 41-year-old Grammy victor controversially wore to his last Met ...

‘Game Of Thrones’ Coffee Cup Gaffe Goes Viral

May 07, 2019

Accompanying the tweet was a GIF of Daenerys raising her scene-appropriate, non-Starbucks cup with a smile. "When you play the game of thrones , you win or you die". It's not clear where the coffee cup came from. The incident coincides with a wide array of on-purpose product tie-ins and promotions for the show's six-episode final season, from athletic shoes to Scotch whisky to handbags.

Amy Schumer is expecting a boy, announces details in post denouncing Wendy's

May 07, 2019

Schumer married Fischer in February of 2018 and the couple announced they were expecting their first child last October, also choosing Instagram as a vessel to confirm the news. Hyperemesis patients often receive intravenous fluids. She had to cancel some dates on her tour during the pregnancy because her doctor ordered her not to fly.

Met Gala 2019: Celine Dion turns Vegas showgirl in custom-made gown

May 07, 2019

Though the fashionista's hit songs came after the peak of campiness, her Oscar de la Renta dress and matching crown prove that she's ready for the " Camp: Notes on Fashion " themed Met Gala . She told E! News: "My look tonight is Oscar de le Renta. She knows the importance of a great pair of shoes, how they change the way you stand and carry yourself".

Journey To The Rise of Skywalker Tie-In Books Revealed

May 07, 2019

The so-called Journey to Star Wars: Rise of the Skywalker features a whole range of books tying into the new film, from prequels set between Rise and The Last Jedi to stories providing narrative clues that tie back into the film. Publisher: Insight Editions Author and Pop-up Engineer: Matthew Reinhart Illustrator: Kevin M. Wilson Format: Deluxe Pop-Up book Description: Presented in a dynamic 360-degree format that enables the action to be viewed from all sides, the book also ...

Blink 182 to play at Hartman Arena in September

May 07, 2019

Blink-182 is no stranger to odd tours. Instead Neck Deep will be Blink-182's special guest at the Don Haskins Center . The beginnings of the collaboration between them started when Blink-182′s drummer Travis Barker invited Lil Wayne to appear on Barker's first solo album, "Give the Drummer Some".

6 lingering Avengers: Endgame questions answered by the filmmakers

May 07, 2019

Apparently, Langford and Robert Downey Jr . recorded a scene together in which an adult Morgan Stark forgives her father for leaving her behind as he sacrifices him with with the Infinity Stones. " Endgame " has officially smashed local box office records to become the highest-grossing film of all time in the Philippines, its local distributor announced Monday.

Kylie Jenner Wants To Have More Children With Travis Scott

May 07, 2019

Jenner used Instagram stories to share snaps from the evening where she "creative-directed the whole party" theme Cactus Jack, after Scott's record label and nickname. In the chat, Kylie waved her left hand in front of the camera and that's when her over 133 million followers caught wind of the ring. It continues: "I love you and I'm so so proud of you".

Actor Karan Oberoi arrested for raping, blackmailing woman

May 06, 2019

She also alleged that he raped her when she was sedated. The actor has been accused of raping and blackmailing a woman. The victim has also alleged that he had recorded a video on his mobile phone. Karan Oberoi has been booked under sections 376 which deals with rape and section 384 of the IPC which deals with extortion. "A few days ago, when I insisted on marrying him, he threatened to do whatever you can!" Karan Oberoi also shot some objectionable videos of the woman and demanded money ...

Kim Kardashian Realizes That Being A Law Student Kind Of Sucks

May 06, 2019

Sources close to the case told TMZ that Stringer was "convicted for drug possession when he was 25", and because he already had two previous drug charges/offenses, he "got life under the federal three-strikes law ". Kim Kardashian West is registered with the California State Bar , and is now pursuing her law degree. Kardashian also admitted that, while studying, she "snoozed through contracts", because she "could hardly get through it".

Duchess of Sussex gives birth to boy

May 06, 2019

Since Charles and Camilla are expected to be nearby when Meghan and Prince Harry's first child is born, it was assumed that Baby Sussex would be born prior to their departure. Harry is even taking two weeks paternity leave to help his new little family adjust. The baby is seventh in line to the throne, behind father Harry and that means Prince Andrew has been bumped down to eighth place.

Peter Mayhew’s STAR WARS Co-Stars Pay Tribute to the Man Behind Chewbacca

May 06, 2019

StarWars.com marked the holiday right with a new report on Lucasfilm's publishing arm, which is taking the day to announce a whole new set of books, all centered around the upcoming ninth mainline Star Wars film, The Rise of Skywalker . Then we have the non-fiction books that I'm really looking forward to! Billed as the conclusion of the central Star Wars story that began over 40 years ago, The Rise of Skywalker is going to be a historic moment in the franchise.

XFL Schedule Released: Broadcast Deals with Fox and ABC

May 06, 2019

ESPN and Fox will hold streaming rights to XFL games. "The only game that the Alliance had on broadcast was their opening game on CBS", XFL Commissioner and CEO Oliver Luck said. "We look forward to showcasing the XFL on ESPN and ABC, including the kickoff game and championship during the league's inaugural season", ESPN EVP of Programming and Scheduling Burke Magnus said.

Man City boss Guardiola pays Klopp's Liverpool ultimate compliment

May 06, 2019

Liverpool are pushing Guardiola's Manchester City down to the wire in a thrilling title race in the Premier League and will look to overturn a 3-0 deficit in the second leg of their Champions League semi-final on Tuesday night against Barcelona .

Pregnant Amy Jackson and boyfriend George Panayiotou get engaged in London

May 06, 2019

George looked sharp in a white suit while Amy opted for a black and white dress for the party. It is known news that Amy Jackson is pregnant and she is going to become mother very soon. Amy's beau George looked dapper in white trousers paired with a full sleeves shirt. The actress posted a cute picture of her flaunting baby bump with George Panayiotou along with a caption that read as, "I've been waiting to shout it from the roof tops, and today, being Mother's Day couldn't be more flawless".

Speculation About What Will Take Place On WWE RAW This Week

May 06, 2019

Last Monday's RAW averaged 2,158,000 viewers, which is the lowest in modern history aside from the Christmas and New Year's Eve pre-taped events. On Saturday, WWE did an interesting thing on social media involving Roman Reigns . Bank Arena in Cincinnati, Ohio. Pro-wrestling expert Dave Meltzer is predicting a potential invasion by the SmackDown Live stars - both the male and female superstars.

Adam Sandler, Chris Rock, Pete Davidson sing 'I Got Fired by NBC'

May 06, 2019

I was sacked, not rehired. Claiming that he was sacked from the show, Sandler sang 'I Got Fired By NBC' , aided by Chris Rock and Pete Davidson . "It broke my heart to pieces, cause SNL was my home". "I was sacked, I was fired, I never saw it coming", the 52-year-old sang. Fellow alums Jimmy Fallon and Kristen Wiig also appeared in sketches alongside Sandler to add to the nostalgia, including playing his parents at a Sandler family reunion .

Spider-Man: Far From Home: Avengers Endgame Spoiler Trailer

May 06, 2019

As star Tom Holland says in quick intro, if you haven't seen Endgame yet, beware of spoilers. The movie also got three new snazzy worldwide posters that place the wall-crawler in Venice, Berlin, and London. Oh, and MJ seems to have figured out that Peter is Spider-Man, and she's not wrong that it's not exactly the best-kept secret. This sets the ball rolling for the new set of superheroes in the Marvel Cinematic Universe to take on the mantle of the new Avengers , with Spider-Man ...

Gayle King finally inks huge deal to stay at CBS News

May 06, 2019

The new " CBS This Morning " anchor team will debut May 20th. "This is a great moment". Anthony Mason is an exceptional journalist who over his three decades at CBS News has interviewed everyone from presidents to legendary artists and has tapped into some of the most important stories in the world.

Meghan Markle and Kate Middleton are Anna Wintour's "dream" Met Gala couple

May 06, 2019

Getty General view of the Press Event for The Costume Institute's spring 2019 exhibition " Camp: Notes on Fashion ". This year Bravo's Andy Cohen and Met Gala darling Sarah Jessica Parker will also not be attending as they didn't receive invites Cohen revealed at the GLAAD Media Awards.

Adam Sky, top Australian DJ, dies in accident on Bali

May 06, 2019

He had reportedly rushed to help Zoia Lukiantceva after she fell four metres from a private pool while naked. While rushing to aid her, he smashed through a glass door , causing him to suffer severe cuts and blood loss, Nine News reported.

'Game of Thrones' actress Sophie Turner marries singer Joe Jonas

May 06, 2019

Following the Jonas Brothers' Billboard performance, Sophie and Joe chose to elope, inviting a star-studded guest list and booking Diplo as their DJ. But despite already being husband and wife, the couple are said to still be going ahead with their plan to hold a ceremony in Paris, France, later this year.

Here's why Priyanka Chopra's MET Gala look is the most anticipated

May 06, 2019

Since the annual event is right around the corner Priyanka is reminiscing about the past years. One of them is also the one dress she wore back in 2017, which was when she and Nick made their red carpet debut . That was the first time that Priyanka, wearing her giant trench dress by designer Ralph & Russo, was seen out with an global celebrity at an worldwide event, making a stunning pair.

Prince Harry and Duchess Meghan want California home

May 06, 2019

It would also give Meghan some "freedom and independence" from the Palace and the press. According to The Sun , the Duchess of Sussex is one week past her due date and will need to be induced if no progression is observed in the next 48 hours.

Diana Ross feels 'violated' by airport screener's touching

May 06, 2019

The 75 year old claims she was treated terribly during the search, and took to Twitter to vent about the alleged incident. "TSA is aware of concerns presented by Diana Ross about her screening experience at Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport this morning".

Christian Author Rachel Held Evans Dies At 37

May 05, 2019

Evans's most recent book was "Inspired: Slaying Giants, Walking on Water, and Loving the Bible Again". She once said that her evangelical church's activism on a Tennessee campaign to ban gay marriage eventually led her to leave that church, but she continued to write about her love for her church and the Bible and joined an Episcopal Church.

Shawn Mendes drops new single If I cant have you

May 05, 2019

The track was written by Mendes, along with Scott Harris , Teddy Geiger and Nate Marceau, and it hears him making reference to his hometown - though the lyrics seem to imply he'd rather be elsewhere with the subject of the lovelorn song .

George R.R. Martin: Three Game of Thrones prequels still in development

May 05, 2019

If you wish to save yourself from spoilers, now may be a good time to stay away from Facebook and Twitter. Leaking content of " Game of Thrones " seems to have become an everyday thing. Reports of other leaks have also circulated, purportedly showing a second major death. HBO can be streamed on Hulu with a one-week free trial and then for $14.99 a month.

'Avengers: Endgame' Beats $2 Billion Box Office Record! | Avengers, Avengers: Endgame, Movies

May 05, 2019

But beating Avatar should be more hard, since the summer is clogged up with big releases, and James Cameron's sci-fi epic had the advantage of strong legs post-Christmas, which Endgame doesn't have. Internationally, this makes Avengers: Endgame the fifth-highest grossing movie of all time - again, that's less than two weeks into its run. Endgame' box office, more than double the $204 million 'Avatar' registered there, but that is also to do with the spurt in the number of theatres ...

Adam Sandler pays tribute to Chris Farley on 'SNL'

May 05, 2019

Still, expect an Opera Man or some other Weekend Update sketch for Sandler, as well as, possibly, the sketch where Brian phones and hangs up on Denise. Davidson said, with Sandler responding, "I don't know but be patient, because it's coming soon". "Maybe they were sick of Canteen Boy/But I think they just hate Jews".

It’s Free Comic Book Day. Here’s what you need to know

May 05, 2019

With all this in mind, Hoodline crunched the numbers to find the top comic book shops in Sacramento, using both Yelp data and our own secret sauce to produce a ranked list of the best places to spend this year's Free Comic Book Day . "Even if you've never picked up a comic book, we want to welcome everyone to Comic Book World on May 4th, because there are so many unbelievable comics this year and we can't wait to share them".

Woman whose dress was insulted on Tinder becomes ASOS ‘model’

May 05, 2019

Thea says the whole experience has been "so surreal" and was amazed that her viral fame had such a major outcome. Thea Lauryn Chippendale was insulted by a random guy on Tinder . But she has found that the internet has been a great source of catharsis and support: "Since posting it on Twitter , there have been SO many people replying to the tweet and sending me messages and they're all just so lovely!" "Here's to finding our flawless match", the company wrote on Twitter on Wednesday.

Joey Fatone and Other Stars Attend 2019 Kentucky Derby

May 05, 2019

Country House paid $132.40 to win - the second-highest payout in the Derby's 145-year history. What they decided was a Kentucky Derby first: The horse that crossed the line first, didn't win. The stewards reviewed race footage for almost 20 minutes while keeping the crowd of 150,729 in suspense, clutching their betting tickets. The last objection in the Derby was filed in 2001 by jockey John Velasquez, who claimed interference by victor Monarchos and jockey Jorge Chavez.

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