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Los Angeles Protests, Minnesota Police Investigation, Congressional Response

June 03, 2020

PROTESTORS have continued to demonstrate in major U.S. cities for the eighth consecutive day. Protests against the death of George Floyd were largely peaceful for the first time in many nights. "And we're going to do it the right way". Not in New York City, where Mayor Bill de Blasio has said he does not want the Guard, despite an offer from Gov.

On Sridevi And Boney Kapoor's Anniversary, A Memory Shared By Daughter Janhvi

June 03, 2020

Today, on Boney Kapoor and on Sridevi's wedding anniversary, Janhvi visited Instagram to share a photo of her parents. Quite often, we see Janhvi sharing posts on social media which truly prove the fact that she misses her mother the most.

Coronavirus briefing: ‘Black lives matter’, says Matt Hancock

June 03, 2020

The UK government has faced repeated criticism from the independent UK Statistics Authority (UKSA) over its daily figures, in which it counts both the number of tests that have been posted out, as well as the number of those actually completed.

'Mission: Impossible 7' to resume filming after coronavirus shutdown

June 03, 2020

Since then, the rest of the world has been equally hard hit by the virus and almost every other film production is also in shutdown. The movie is due for release in November next year, and Tommy Gormley, first assistant director to helmer Christopher McQuarrie , recently revealed that they hope to be shooting on location in the United Kingdom and Italy by this September.

Viral Instagram pictures of your favourite actors & actresses

June 03, 2020

While announcing the release of the song, Big B tweeted: "Moving and grooving". Going by the video, it will be tough to decipher who the metaphorical " madari ka bandar " is. He said that his father Harivansh Rai Bachchan was opposed to the two of them going for an outing before marriage so they tied the knot first. "47 years ago it waited too for the beginning of the life for life.

HelloFresh Cuts Ties With Lea Michele After Samantha Ware Accusations

June 03, 2020

The meal-kit firm said it took Samantha Ware's claims " very seriously" and had ended its partnership with Michele. In all caps, Ware tweeted: "Lmao, remember when you made my first television gig a living hell?!?! ". "GIRL YOU WOULDNT LET ME SIT AT THE TABLE WITH THE OTHER CAST MEMBERS CAUSE "I DIDNT BELONG THERE" F**K YOU LEA (sic)", Snell wrote on social media.

Zoom capitalises on high demand with 169% revenue surge

June 03, 2020

The mass migration of business to work-from-home (WFH) arrangements has supercharged the financial performance of conferencing and collaboration platform Zoom. The company saw a massive jump in meeting participants during the month of April as worldwide lockdowns began, with over 300-million participants on the platform .

Legendary Singer, Majek Fashek Is Dead, Says Manager

June 03, 2020

The sad news of his death was passed on by his manager, Omenka Uzoma Day , via Instagram . With a slew of hits to his name, he was acclaimed to be the best in his home country for " Prisoner of Conscience ", his 1988 hit album, which birthed " Send Down the Rain ", a multiple award-winning single.

More large protests in U.S. but violence falls — George Floyd death

June 03, 2020

Almost an hour after curfew in Washington , D.C. the protesters at the Capitol joined those in Lafayette Park near the White House, where on Monday police used teargas and rubber bullets to clear the way for Trump to visit St. In Rome, Pope Francis called for national reconciliation in the United States, saying that while racism is intolerable, the street violence that has broken out is "self-destructive and self-defeating".

'He was always smiling': Bollywood composer Wajid Khan dies aged 42

June 03, 2020

The Pride of India May Be Next in Line to Strike a Deal for Direct OTT Release. In the caption, the Ajab Prem Ki Ghazab Kahani actress stated that she will always remember for his smile. He said that the singer was like a brother to him. He had last worked with megastar Salman Khan for his Eid special song Bhai Bhai . "Can't believe Wajid and I will never speak again", he tweeted .

Wajid Khan sings Salman Khans Dabangg song in viral video from hospital

June 03, 2020

Yesterday, the nation woke up to the sad news of the demise of Wajid Khan, of composer duo Sajid-Wajid, as he died of a cardiac arrest. She possibly contracted the virus at the hospital, even before Wajid got infected with it. Meanwhile, Wajid's funeral took place at Versova cemetery in Mumbai. On Monday, Twitter was deluged by tributes from many members of the film fraternity, including Amitabh Bachchan, Priyanka Chopra, Abhishek Bachchan among others.

Aussie news crew assaulted by US cops

June 03, 2020

Opposition Leader Anthony Albanese condemned the incident while speaking with reporters, saying the country's ambassador in the USA should make representations on their behalf. Camera IconAmelia Brace was clubbed with a truncheon. Russia's embassy in Washington also issued a statement saying it was "unacceptable" for U.S.

Android TV Update Will Highlight YouTube TV Channel Guide

June 03, 2020

This is a big change from Google's previous streaming video efforts, because devices like the Chromecast Ultra require users to pull up content on their phones before casting it to their TV. Also, it'll be available in three color options - Black, White, and a new light pink color. This UI came from a promotional video that dates back to October of past year, so things could have changed since then - and I really hove they have.

Kings TV Play-By-Play Announcer Resigns After "All Lives Matter" Tweet

June 03, 2020

Sports 1140 KHTK's Jason Ross announced the suspension at the top of "The Grant Napear Show" on Monday while reading a statement from the station. Napear told Cousins that "All Lives Matter", sharing the slogan often used to deflect from the issues BLM is seeking to address, including racial injustice and police brutality.

Zoom doubles forecast for full-year revenue on remote-work boost

June 03, 2020

Zoom reported fiscal first-quarter revenue of $328.2 million, beating analysts' estimates of $202.7 million, according to IBES data from Refinitiv. Created as a business communication tool almost a decade ago, Zoom's popularity exploded at the beginning of this year, as millions of people in lockdown began using it to host events ranging from birthday parties to religious events and even to cabinet meetings.

Blackout Tuesday Posts Are Drowning Out Important BLM Info

June 03, 2020

Anyone browsing the service Tuesday was directed to a playlist featuring black artists. "We can not normalize this pain", said the artist. The " Blackout Tuesday " campaign, and related efforts such as #TheShowMustBePaused , are meant to "intentionally disrupt the work week", as music executives Brianna Agyemang and Jamila Thomas wrote in a statement explaining their vision for the day.

‘Twilight’ Actor Gregory Tyree Boyce Cause of Death Released

June 02, 2020

The last time I saw you on Monday, May 11, 2020, I went to your house to eat leftovers from Mother's day, we watched a Dave Chappelle show and you walked me to my auto, hugged me, kissed me on my cheek and told me that you love me and to call you when I got home.

Australian News Captures Police Attack on Their Reporters

June 02, 2020

Prime Minister Scott Morrison described the attack as troubling and has asked for an investigation. He spoke with Network Seven to check on the welfare of its news crew and offered his support should they wish to file a formal complaint against the police, the newspaper noted.

OMG, Sadaf Kanwal And Shahroz Sabzwari Are Officially Married

June 02, 2020

Remember that the news that was circulating for Sadaf Kanwal and Shehroz Sabzwari yesterday has finally come true. In the four minute long IGTV clip, he laid down a timeline of his separation with Syra, and his marriage to Kanwal - saying there was no cheating involved.

Lea Michele accused of making life 'living hell' for black Glee co-star

June 02, 2020

Though she only appeared in 11 episodes, the actress claims that she was on the show long enough to experience mistreatment in the workplace, which fellow Glee cast members backed her up on. We are both strong willed and competitive-not just with each other but with everyone-and that's not a good mixture, ' she has said. Michele, who is expecting her first child with husband Zandy Reich, has yet to respond to the allegations.

Virgil Abloh criticised for response to looting during George Floyd protests

June 02, 2020

In a tried-and-true Notes App apology thread on Twitter and Instagram , Virgil Abloh spoke into his experience in America as a Black man with parents who immigrated from Ghana and recognised the systemic oppression of BIPOC and LGBTQIA folk in America and overseas.

Lea Michele accused of making life a 'living hell' for Glee co-star

June 02, 2020

Lea Michele's tweet read, " George Floyd did not deserve this". "This was not an isolated incident and it must end", she tweeted on Saturday, May 30 along with the hashtag, "#BlackLivesMatter ". "I believe you told everyone that if you had the opportunity you would 'shit in my wig!' Amongst other traumatic microaggressions that made me question a career in Hollywood".

US music industry calls for blackout over death of George Floyd

June 02, 2020

Jay-Z released a statement late Sunday calling for Minnesota Attorney General Keith Ellison to prosecute those responsible for killing Floyd, a handcuffed black man who pleaded for air as a white police officer pressed a knee on his neck. "Our staff will share in this moment to reflect on the recent tragic events, stand in solidarity with all those who suffer discrimination and encourage our leaders across the world to act".

Morrison calls for investigation after Australian journalists assaulted by United States riot police

June 02, 2020

Both were shot with rubber bullets and struggled to breathe after tear gas was thrown at the crowd. Australian Prime Minister Scott Morrison has called for an investigation after an Australian TV news crew were assaulted by police during protests outside the White House in Washington DC on Monday.

Kylie Jenner is no longer a billionaire, according to Forbes

June 02, 2020

In March last year, the 22-year-old claimed the title of the youngest self-made billionaire in history thanks to the enormous success of her make-up company Kylie Cosmetics. From there, Jenner said she never tried to lie about any status and noted she didn't ask for that title given to her. She is the younger daughter of Kris and Caitlyn Jenner, sister to Kendall Jenner and half-sister to Kim, Khloe and Kourtney Kardashian.

Elon Musk announces break from Twitter, netizens respond with hilarious memes

June 02, 2020

After that, Musk said: " The trampoline is working ", and laughed together with the head of NASA. Elon Musk, the man in charge at both Tesla and SpaceX, received a credibility boost of sorts after the successful launch which may have helped the electric car-making company outpace the market.

Wajid Khan died of kidney infection - Salim Merchant

June 02, 2020

Wajid Khan's longtime collaborator Salman Khan tweeted , "Wajid, will always love, respect, remember and miss you as a person and your talent". The news was confirmed by composer Salim Merchant to the Press Trust of India news agency. In the video, we can see the famous music director sitting on a hospital bed with a white medical gown and plastic cap on top of his head. "Both @SajidMusicKhan and @ wajidkhan7 have been close & true friends".

Baby Yoda Was NOT Cute in Early Concept Art - 'The Mandalorian'

June 02, 2020

Baby Yoda (yes, we realise that's not his real name) has undoubtedly been one of the biggest success stories of The Mandalorian TV series, at least in a commercial sense. But newly-released concept art reveals that the mini-Yoda wasn't always meant to capture our hearts with sheer adorability. The episode also featured a contribution from Mandalorian star Werner Herzog, who praised the "phenomenal" work of the team who brought Baby Yoda to life using "old school" effects.

Spike Lee makes statement on George Floyd death with short film

June 02, 2020

Why we care: The 1989 masterpiece Do the Right Thing unfolds over one tense summer day in a Brooklyn neighborhood, culminating in the choking murder of one of that neighborhood's beloved residents, Radio Raheem , by police. This is the thing: "the killing of black bodies, that is what this country is built upon". Pantaleo was not charged. Floyd also told police he could not breathe last month as white Minneapolis police officer Derek Chauvin allegedly killed him after kneeling on his ...

Music composer Wajid Ali of Sajid-Wajid duo passes away

June 02, 2020

Wajid Bhai was more than a friend and a composer to me. Sajid-Wajid recently composed songs for Bollywood superstar Salman Khan during the ongoing lockdown, one of which was a number titled " Pyaar karona ", a pop anthem encouraging all to fight the coronavirus.

Remembering Bulgarian-Born Christo, Artist Of Monumental Proportions

June 02, 2020

Ten years earlier, they wrapped the Reichstag Building in Berlin in metal-looking fabric . In 2005, he installed more than 7,500 saffron-colored vinyl gates in New York's Central Park. " Christo lived his life to the fullest , not only dreaming up what seemed impossible, but realising it", it reads, adding that the couple's art "lives on in our hearts and memories".

Queen Elizabeth Rode a Pony

June 02, 2020

On Sunday evening, the royal family kindly confirmed the accuracy of my reporting by tweeting a series of photos of the Queen on horseback, looking exceedingly formal in a tweed jacket, cream jodhpurs, white gloves, and shiny brown boots to match her pony's brown tack.

Hardik Pandya to Become Father, Announces Fiancee Natasa Stankovic's Pregnancy

June 02, 2020

Meanwhile, fans also dragged Virah Kohli which social media is bursting on laughter. Hardik took to Instagram to break the news with his fans and well-wishers. On Sunday evening (May 31), the 26-year-old Hardik posted photos on his Instagram account and broke the news. Hardik is known for batting pyrotechnics and accurate bowling which he does with a style of his own on the field playing 40 T20Is, 54 ODIs and 11 Test matches for India so far and off screen too he is quite a colorful ...

Prince Andrews toxic presence not welcomed back in the royal family

June 02, 2020

After having resigned temporarily, Duke of New York, Prince Andrew bids goodbye to his royal duties forever. In the interview, Andrew took a stab at justifying his friendship with convicted sex offender Epstein. The prince was again thrust into the headlines earlier this month after £355,297 ($705,000) paid to his private secretary, Amanda Thirsk, was branded an "unauthorised trustee benefit".

Music Industry to Observe 'Black Out Tuesday' in Solidarity with Nationwide Protests

June 02, 2020

In the wake of George Floyd 's death on May 25, two Atlanta Records executives are taking a stand and putting pause on the work week for the music industry. "At UMG, we're committed to being a force for constructive change". One Twitter user said: "Why would the music industry have a blackout Tuesday when music gets released on Fridays now?.of course.because all of this is performative".

Smith beating up a protester for allegedly breaking his truck's window

June 02, 2020

Smith beating up a looter who was trying to break into his auto in Los Angeles, the former National Basketball Association guard admitted that he's "disappointed in himself" about the incident. The man proceeds to scurry away. "One of these little m************ white boys didn't know where he was going and broke my f****** window in my truck", Smith said.

Independent autopsy finds George Floyd died of asphyxia

June 01, 2020

Arradondo appeared at Floyd's memorial on Sunday to pay his respects when he was approached by a CNN reporter, who asked the police chief on behalf of Floyd's family, who participated in the interview on air, if the arrest and conviction for all four officers was warranted in his view.

SA singer, Belinda Davids, gets standing ovation from Britain’s Got Talent judges

June 01, 2020

David Walliams was impressed, noting, "You created such a massive moment tonight for all of us" while Alesha Dixon added, "What a way to close an awesome run of auditions with a class act". Amanda Holden seemed to like his outfit but David Walliams said: "It's like a odd dream I once had". "I want to see the name "Belinda Davids" in lights, you are wonderful!" said Alesha Dixon.

Catherine and William ‘taking legal action against Tatler magazine’

June 01, 2020

A Kensington Palace spokesperson responded to this by claiming that it is false and said, "This story contains a swathe of inaccuracies and false misrepresentations which were not put to Kensington Palace prior to publication". Last week Kensington Palace issued a statement following the articles publication. "Kate, following protocol, felt that they should". The magazine also stated that the Duchess of Cambridge was "furious about the larger workload", caused by the recent ...

YouTube Star Embroiled in Controversy Over Looting Video

June 01, 2020

The clip, which has been shared by various accounts, was pulled from Paul's videographer, Andrew Blue's since-deleted Instagram stories. At no point in the videos does Paul or his team appear to be participating in the looting or vandalism, although at one point someone hands him a bottle of vodka that appears to have been stolen.

Hours After Wajid Khan's Death, His Mother Tests Positive For COVID-19

June 01, 2020

Taking to Twitter, the "Bharat" actor paid tribute to Wajid, saying he would also love, respect, remember and miss Wajid. "Rest in harmony my friend". Here are some pictures from his last rites at Versova, Andheri, which was attended by Sajid Khan, Aalim Hakim and Aditya Pancholi among others. Priyanka Chopra tweeted, "Terrible news".

Music director Wajid Khan dies at 42; Covid-19 is likely cause

June 01, 2020

Wajid passed away last night after suffering from kidney issues and the coronavirus. But recently he got to know about kidney infection. Music composer Salim Merchant confirmed the news of Wajid Khan's death to news agency PTI . He went on, "I came back to Pakistan and didn't get a chance to visit them again but our bond became rock solid over the years". The actor remarked that nothing he writes will be enough today.

Tim Walz Issues Heartfelt Apology to CNN For Reporter Arrest

June 01, 2020

What is the guidance of where we should be?' " Jimenez said after his release. The CNN camera was also taken into custody and continued to record as the crew was handcuffed, with police seemingly unaware that the camera was still on .

David Guetta Plots New York City COVID Benefit Concert

June 01, 2020

To raise money for the coronavirus pandemic relief efforts, the Grammy-winning French DJ is all set to host the second of his " United At Home " concert on the evening of 30th May, Saturday, from an undisclosed, iconic location in NY. "And also, we're bringing a little bit of happiness in people's life (sic) which is what I'm trying to do as a DJ", he smiled. "It's insane to see how little money you can make so much", he added.

In new video, Sara Ali Khan shares weight loss journey

June 01, 2020

The Simmba actress turned to Instagram and shared an inspirational video montage with caption " Namaste Darshako Lockdown Edition". The video showcases Sara's pre-transformation days as well as the extensive training that she did so as to lose weight.

Kylie Jenner apparently stripped of billionaire status

June 01, 2020

More problematic, Coty said that sales were up 40% from 2018, meaning the business only generated about KSh 13 billion ($125 million) that year, nowhere near the KSh 38 billion ($360 million) the Jenners had led Forbes to believe. The mother of one started her beauty brand in 2015 with just a lip kit consisting of a matching set of lipstick and lip liner that cost $29. Now, in their latest expose, Forbes has stripped her of her billionaire status claiming Kylie and her family ...

Bollywood music director Wajid Khan dies due to coronavirus

June 01, 2020

Wajid Khan of Sajid-Wajid fame has left for his heavenly abode today. She says the one thing she will always remember is Wajid bhai's laugh. My condolences to his family and everyone grieving. Wajid Khan formed the famous Sajid-Wajid duo. Here's the list of the songs by Wajid Khan as a singer . May Allah give strength to the family. It's a huge loss to our fraternity.

JR Smith Stomps on Guy Who Allegedly Vandalized His Car in LA

June 01, 2020

He also punches the man in the face as he gets up and runs away. Smith wanted to clear the air about what went on in his neighborhood before someone shared a video on social media of him beating up another person. "I chased him down and whooped his a**, so if the footage come out and you all see it, I chased him down and whooped his a**". I ain't got no problem with nobody.

Denzel Washington Stops Altercation Between Officer And Homeless Man

June 01, 2020

TMZreported that Washington saw the man was imperilled by oncoming traffic, so he "got out of his vehicle, talked to the man and brought him to safety on the sidewalk", before mediating when police arrived. Netizens have Denzel for his timely intervention as recently a 46-year-old person named George Floyd was killed by cops in Minneapolis, triggering protests in many parts of US.

Louisville TV Reporter Shot By Police During Live Broadcast Covering Street Protests

June 01, 2020

Rust seems to find comfort in the realization that the bullets are merely pepper balls, which contain pepper spray-like chemicals in pellet form. "I want to apologize", Louisville police spokeswoman Jessie Halladay told the Courier Journal.

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