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Scientific Journals Accept Prank Star Wars-Themed Paper

July 27, 2017

Apparently, no one at the four journals caught the references. They claimed a fourth journal - The American Journal of Medical and Biological Research (SciEP) - requested a $360 (£276) fee to publish the paper, which wasn't paid. The shady practices of " predatory journals " is the dark side of open-access journals. JSM Biochemistry and Molecular Biology requested Neuroskeptic revise and resubmit the paper; whoever read it there got the joke and asked that the revised paper include such ...

June Foray, voice of many cartoon characters, dies at 99

July 27, 2017

Beyond her lasting impact as a voice actress, June Foray's legacy also includes the Annie Awards, an annual award ceremony for excellence in the field of animation that had started in 1972. "I love the [Rocky and] Bullwinkle show because it's so mordantly witty", she said . She was one of the authors (and various time champ) of the Annie Awards, which perceive brilliance in liveliness, and helped push for enlivened movies to be perceived by the Oscars.

Nicole Kidman, 50, reveals the secret to her trim figure

July 27, 2017

While the show hasn't brought in quite the viewership that some of HBO's other dramatic offerings have, it has a wildly devoted and vocal fanbase. "Really damaged and really upset and physically and emotionally drained and in pain", she continued of the state she returned home to Keith in.

Damon Lindelof debunks 'Watchmen' HBO reports, but he's interested

July 27, 2017

Manhattan red, it sounds like his vision could incorporate elements of the prequel series Before Watchmen . The news came nearly two years after it was first reported that HBO was developing a Watchmen TV series , though all they had to say at the time was that they were in preliminary talks with creatives about the project.

Charli XCX Recruits Joe Jonas, Wiz Khalifa in Celeb-Packed 'Boys' Video

July 27, 2017

Listen up everyone, we have a late contender for song of the summer from Charli XCX - and it's all about boys . If you're a fan of dogs, Charli has also delivered on that front, too. There are guys of all shapes, sizes, and colours. 'I wanted them to be doing the sexy stuff in a pop video for a change rather than the girls , ' Charli, 24, exclusively told Guilty Pleasures.

James Cameron Is Working on a 20th Anniversary "Titanic" Special — ALERT

July 27, 2017

Titanic is no longer the highest-grossing movie in history - that title now belongs to Cameron's 2009 film Avatar . 20th Anniversary will look back at all the critical choices made during the film and put them to the test against a wealth of new sources - including new underwater footage, computer-generated simulation and scholarly research.

Rihanna Arrives At 'Valerian' Premiere In London In Red Gown

July 27, 2017

As we know, the singer can wear any look and be sublime, but for the London premiere of the film Valerian and the City of the thousand planets, she made an effort ... But the producers on the new movie were unsure if Rihanna would even be interested. For the premiere of her latest film, Valérian and the City of the Thousand Planets, the young woman chose a dress that left no one indifferent ...

Working With Cate Blanchett Was Intimidating: Chris Hemsworth

July 27, 2017

We really exploited that, I really tapped into that side of him. Fans of the comics already know that the Asgardian warrior is no push-over, but it's also possible that Valkyrie may gain the upper hand over these two "work friends" through some kind of technology or magic, perhaps even using the element of surprise.

The Tyson Foods, Inc. (TSN) Given Consensus Rating of "Buy" by Brokerages

July 27, 2017

Closely-held shares are those owned by insiders, major shareholders and employees, while restricted stock refers to insider shares that can not be traded because of a temporary restriction such as the lock-up period after an initial public offering.

Complete WWE NXT TV Taping Results for Tonight *Spoilers

July 27, 2017

SAnitY confronted The Authors of Pain and got their butts kicked. -Ember Moon defeated Lei'D Tapa via pin fall after hitting The Eclipse. This match nearly lasted as long as Tapa's run in TNA. He then says he then failed due to lack of hard work, that it wasn't until he left WWE that he figured it out. He feels that everyone in NXT walks around as equals, except Bobby Roode, who is entitled.

'The Atomic Blonde' gives Theron a chance to kick butt

July 27, 2017

Borrow from " Bourne " and Bond. " Atomic Blonde " comes out in a year in which images of triumphant Wonder Women vie with beleaguered Handmaids, but it's a statement of goal more by default than design. Part of the job for Lorraine becomes keeping alive a man called Spyglass ( Eddie Marsan ), who has committed the aforementioned list to memory and must be escorted to safety.

How HBO's Room 104 is the Tinder of Television

July 27, 2017

Room 104 brings to mind Wim Wenders' 2000 feature The Million Dollar Hotel about the residents in a rundown downtown Los Angeles hotel. James Van Der Beek in Episode 2 of Room 104 . Because each episode is a stand-alone story, the Duplass brothers said HBO gave them free rein on casting and "letting us cast people who aren't normally represented on television", Mark said.

John Barrowman rushed to hospital for emergency surgery

July 27, 2017

Following surgery John posted a video of himself on Instagram saying he was woken up at 6am and whisked right into surgery. Depending on how he feels later in the day, doctors have suggested that the star could be released from the hospital the same day.

"Footnotes For 'Kill Jay Z'" Now Available Exclusively On TIDAL

July 27, 2017

In the latest episode of his Footnotes video series, Shawn "Jay-Z" Carter explains why he had to destroy his own ego. "Kill Jay Z , they'll never love you, you'll never be enough, let's keep it real, Jay Z ", he rhymes. "You walkin' around like you invincible, but..." "You need a bit of your ego at some point". Throughout the clip, different stars give their pros and cons of ego.

Jay-Z and Kanye West Bromance/Beef Is the Subject of New Documentary

July 27, 2017

The long, complicated relationship between two of Hip Hop's most accomplished performers is being explored in a new documentary set to run on British television. As far as fans know, the breach in their brotherhood was sparked during Kanye's infamous Saint Pablo tour, where the G.O.O.D. Touré , a longtime music journalist, adds: "JAY-Z is very thoughtful about money".

Olivia Wilde sent Jennifer Lawrence soup after she vomited at show

July 27, 2017

She had the stomach flu. On a recent episode of Watch What Happens Live , she addressed the incident and said that she felt bad about what happened. First off, we just want to say that Jennifer Lawrence is doing much better after she threw up during a performance of 1984 earlier this month.

Kate Hudson cuts hair short for film

July 27, 2017

Yep, that's right, she's shaved it all off! Kate is clearly thrilled with the 'do, which comes courtesy of Sia - her director on upcoming film Sister . Compliments [ email protected ]#OurBeautifulDirector", she captioned the snapshot. She said the movie is based on a one-page story she wrote eight years ago.

Love Island 2017 reunion show: Everything you need to know

July 27, 2017

The finalists, who came third this series, are even planning on watching back their sex sessions together. "Me, Marcel and Kem are going to do an EP in October/November time, and we're going to have some big artists on it, so that's where [Stormzy] will come in".

Keith David cast in Marvel's New Warriors

July 27, 2017

Marvel's New Warriors stars Milana Vayntrub as Squirrel Girl, Derek Theler as Mister Immortal, Jeremy Tardy as Night Thrasher, Calum Worthy as Speedball, Matthew Moy as Microbe and Kate Comer as Debrii. David is a TV and film veteran, with numerous roles in comic-book based media. He's also well known as the voice of the Image Comics' Spawn on HBO's late 90s animated series.

Kerala actress abduction case: Singer Rimi Tomy questioned by police

July 27, 2017

However, when asked about having any acquaintance with Suni, she denied having any knowledge about him and the alleged conspiracy. The police, remaining unconvinced of her responses, said that there was evidence to prove Suni's presence on the sets of a Dileep-Kavya starrer which was shot at Thevelakkara, Kollam.

Martellus Bennett slept on floor next to Packers locker Tuesday night

July 27, 2017

If you don't mind a few curse words, you can see the video of Bennett by clicking here . Bennett, 30, will be entering his first season with Green Bay after previous stints with the Cowboys, Giants, Bears, and Patriots. As for Bennett, it's a miracle that he survived the night. They added tight ends Martellus Bennett and Lance Kendricks to the fold for Rodgers to throw to, but it looks like Bennett hasn't gotten into the building yet.

Ikechukwu Ezenwa Named As Captain Of CHAN Eagles

July 27, 2017

FC Ifeanyi-Ubah goalkeeper Ikechukwu Ezenwa has been appointed captain of the Nigerian home-based Super Eagles ahead of next month's African nations championship qualifiers. Both Ezenwa and Akas were part of the Super Eagles team that crashed out in the first round of the 2016 CHAN in Rwanda. Do you ever have any question about anything you wish to ask and get answer? "We started our training today and it is just to bring the body back because of the long journey and the matches they ...

Former MLB outfielder Danny Tartabull arrested after avoiding warrant for five years

July 27, 2017

He was calling them to report that someone broke into his auto. When cops arrived, they ran Tartabull's name through the system and noticed the active warrant - and immediately arrested him. For five years, Tartabull was able to lay low and avoid capture. In the end, his dumb mistake is the thing that leads to his downfall. He is reportedly expected to face a judge on Wednesday.

James Bond 25 director: Three frontrunners REVEALED for next 007 movie

July 27, 2017

Deadline is reporting that Denis Villeneuve , Yann Demange , and David MacKenzie are the three directors producers are now looking at to the direct the film. He's now working on White Boy Rick , a crime drama with Matthew McConaughey. "Demange directed the indie hit called "'71". There are all top-tier filmmakers who offer thrilling opportunites for the franchise.

'Marjorie Prime' Debuts Its First Trailer and New Poster Starring Jon Hamm

July 27, 2017

Her daughter ( Geena Davis ) is anxious that her mother is getting too lost in the fantasy. Director Michael Almereyda's follow-up to his acclaimed 2015 film Experimenter is twofold: his documentary on Hampton Fancher, Escapes , opens today at the IFC Center, and his latest fiction feature entitled Marjorie Prime , which premiered at this year's Sundance Film Festival and received the Alfred P.

NSA Ajit Doval set for key Beijing talks amid Doklam standoff

July 27, 2017

However, given the Chinese stand on Doval's visit, it is not likely that the Indian NSA would be holding parleys with Chinese officials to cool-off the simmering tensions on India-China border. "From our side, there is no unreasonable demand". Bhutan is a Himalayan nation which has no diplomatic ties with China. China on June 26 alleged that Indian troops crossed the boundary line in the Sikkim sector of the China-India boundary.

What nightmares are made of? Giant spider pays family a friendly visit

July 27, 2017

Video and images emerged of the huge arachnid on Facebook this week, leaving many to believe that the takeover of our country by varying species of spiders is now a very real possibility. Although Australians are pretty used to brushes with spiders, this monster was bigger than usual. "I nicknamed it Aragog ". And Aragog has gone viral with social media users sharing the terrifying story.

Dubai is burning: Man cooks egg in sweltering heat without stove

July 27, 2017

The egg cooks under a minute in the heat of the sun. The result? A perfectly cooked egg - sunny side up. He adds the oil to the pan and then cracks the egg in. While we all know that climate change is real and perhaps, escalating, temperatures in the UAE are reaching at its peak, hovering around 50 degrees Celsius.

New series from 'The Simpsons' Matt Groening set for Netflix

July 27, 2017

The studio that was behind the Futurama art style, Rough Draft Studios , is on board to animate. Now, he has big plans for his next animated series, partnering with Netflix to bring his animated fantasy-comedy to life . We heard the news from a Facebook post which pictures Briggs alongside Groening, Bill Oakley , David X Coen and Josh Weinstein , apparently the full writing team for Disenchantment .

Datsun Redi-GO 1.0L launched at Rs 3.57 lakh

July 27, 2017

Unlike the 0.8-litre version, the redi-GO 1.0-litre is available in just two variants - T (O) and S. It borrows its features from the standard hatch, such as daytime running lamps, audio system (no Bluetooth connectivity), front power windows, power steering among others.

Quincy Jones Wins Lawsuit Against Michael Jackson's Estate, Awarded $9.4M

July 27, 2017

Jones believed that he was entitled to significant proceeds from documentary concert film This Is It and two Cirque du Soleil shows. Although this judgement is not the full amount that I was seeking, I am very grateful that the jury decided in our favor in this matter.

Singapore's OCBC Q2 profit up 22 pct on broad-based business growth

July 27, 2017

Net profit for the quarter was also 11% higher than the S$973 million earned in the first three months of 2017. Net-interest margin for the quarter was 1.65%, compared with 1.68% a year before and up from 1.62% in the previous quarter, it said.

Zack Snyder's DC Films future diminished to non-creative role

July 27, 2017

Toby Emmerich, president of Warner Bros. Whedon has reportedly taken on a fairly major role within the DCEU since climbing aboard, and a new report compiled by Mashable today even goes so far as to suggest that the two-time Avengers director and DC stalwart Geoff Johns will now take the reins of Warner's superhero franchise moving forward, with Zack and Deborah Snyder adopting a smaller, advisory role henceforth.

Did You See Lupita Nyong'o at San Diego Comic-Con?

July 27, 2017

The actress also shared another in which she crosses the road in front of a auto, waving to the driver as she goes, and wrote, "This happened!" In the almost minute-and-a-half clip, set to Kendrick Lamar's "i", Nyong'o is seen dancing like a fool around the San Diego Convention Center, posing with toys based her " Star Wars " character and snapping selfies with unsuspecting cosplayers.

Infinity War Will Explore Scarlet Witch & Vision's Relationship

July 27, 2017

He did not rule Captain Marvel's involvement in " Avengers 4 ", however. There was chatter that Avengers: Infinity War could see the onscreen debut of the Marvel Cinematic Universe's first female solo superhero, and even a slip of the tongue from the Russo brothers who seemingly confirmed past year that Captain Marvel would appear in the team-up film.

Conte pleased with Morata cameo

July 27, 2017

On the middle or on the left? Conte chose to play his new striker here today and encouraged him to cut inside to support Batshuayi. A disappointing 2016-17 season saw the Germany worldwide score just five goals in the Bundesliga and endure a 999-minute Bundesliga goal drought, raising questions over his future at Bayern, especially with the arrival of new signing James Rodriguez on loan from Real Madrid.

Are Charlie Puth and Lionel Richie joining "American Idol"?

July 27, 2017

With Katy Perry already set, sources tell The Hollywood Reporter that ABC and producers FremantleMedia and Core Media are narrowing the field to Lionel Richie , Luke Bryan and Charlie Puth to join Perry on the judges' panel. All that's been officially revealed so far is Katy Perry will be a judge and Ryan Seacrest will return as host. The on-air personality, 42, who now cohosts Live! "I believe ABC is the ideal home for Idol , and I've every confidence the show's legions of ...

William pays tribute to air ambulance crew

July 27, 2017

The duke, whose life as full-time working royal will begin after his final shift ends at about midnight, wrote in the East Anglian Daily Times: "As part of the team, I have been invited into people's homes to..." The Duke joined the organisation as a pilot in March 2015 and after completing an initial period of job specific training involving simulator, aircraft and in-flight skills training, he began piloting his first operational missions in July that year.

Henry Golding to star in Paul Feig's 'A Simple Favor'

July 27, 2017

After the film wrapped in Singapore in June, Golding has booked his next gig. The domestic noir thriller comes with some pretty bankable names in Hollywood: Anna Kendrick and Blake Lively also star, while Paul Feig - responsible for Bridesmaids , the Ghostbusters reboot and The Heat - will direct.

Trent Reznor rips Trump, calls him a 'vulgar, grotesque dope'

July 27, 2017

I've asked people, "What is it that's good about Drake?' I've said to my friends at Apple: 'Explain to me why". And I don't want to hear about 'Ashton Kutcher's a fucking tech genius.' I don't give a shit about that. Being in that world has made me realize the true value of being an artist. I'm doing it because I have to get something out and I feel vital when it resonates with someone else.

Weight Watchers International Inc

July 26, 2017

We have $41.79 PT which if reached, will make NYSE: WTW worth $199.20 million more. After this purchase, 16,940 common shares of WTW are directly owned by the insider, with total stake valued at $662,693. Weight Watchers International (NYSE:WTW) last released its quarterly earnings results on Tuesday, May 2nd. Therefore 82% are positive. It improved, as 24 investors sold Weight Watchers International , Inc.

Boston Scientific Corporation (NYSE:BSX) Cut to Buy at BidaskClub

July 26, 2017

Jag Capital Management Llc sold 379,973 shares as Boston Scientific Corporation ( BSX)'s stock rose 4.02%. The firm owned 9,273 shares of the medical equipment provider's stock after selling 1,200 shares during the period. Equities research analysts forecast that Boston Scientific Corporation will post $1.25 earnings per share for the current year. Boston Scientific Corporation now has an average rating of Buy and an average price target of $29.61.

Rick Ross Avoids Signing Female Rappers Over Sex Concerns

July 26, 2017

Rick Ross' recent Breakfast Club interview has mostly received attention for his comments on Tyga 's financial dispute with Cash Money co-founder Birdman and the aftermath of his Rather You Than Me single "Idols Become Rivals". A representative for Rick Ross was not immediately available for comment. And this has always been the excuse. Ross does clarify that his "gotta fuck" philosophy doesn't apply to minors, noting that, if he was approached by a talented 17-year-old ...

Gerard Way: Touring With Linkin Park 'Changed My Life'

July 26, 2017

Research conducted by Help Musicians found that of over 2000 people surveyed, two thirds had experienced incidents of depression with over half recognising a gap in mental health services. "I feel like I was doing that a lot in [ My Chemical Romance ] at times, so it felt very natural to do that here". 'The Music Minds Matter initiative is long overdue and a warming glow of growth for all those involved in the pursuit of professional musicianship.

Sunil Grover doubles his fees, while Kapil Sharma slashes it

July 26, 2017

According to the DNA report, Sunil Grover's remuneration has gone up by 100% - the actor comedian previously charged Rs. 7-8 lakhs per episode but now he demands a reported amount of Rs. Even, there were news of Bharti turning her back on best friend Krushna Abhishek and joining "The Kapil Sharma Show". So there wasn't any chance of choosing between TKSS and Drama Company.

'Andaz Apna Apna' sequel happening, but without Salman and Aamir

July 26, 2017

Well, here's good news! Now talking about the same is the director of the film himself - Rajkumar Santoshi . While there have been many speculations about the sequel and whether Amar-Prem's original jodi , Aamir Khan and Salman Khan , will be back for it or not, director Rajkumar Santoshi has some good and some not-so-good news for the movie's fans.

Teaser poster of Jacqueline, Sushant's 'Drive' is out!

July 26, 2017

The Tarun Mansukhani directorial will see a Holi 2008 release. Karan Johar's Dharma Production will be the producer of this film. While the leading actress Jacqueline sharing the teaser poster of her next with Karan wrote on her Twitter handle, "It's gonna be a thrilling DRIVE! ".

Munna Michael grosses Rs36 crore at the worldwide box office

July 26, 2017

Mr Adarsh also provided single-day collection figures of Munna Michael , which sum up to Rs 27.57 crores . Munna Michael box office collection day 5: Taking a sharp dip in its collection, the Nawazuddin Siddiqui and Tiger Shroff starrer Munna Michael managed to secure a total business of just Rs 2.65 crore on the fifth day of its release.

Madhuri Dixit Was Once Madly In Love With Sunil Gavaskar?

July 26, 2017

But did you know, even Madhuri Dixit was smitten by a cricketer, 18 years senior to her! When Madhuri gave the interview to India Today, she was 25-years-old and Gavaskar was 43. Madhuri Dixit was also the most popular actress at that time linked with every co-star. But after he was arrested in connection with 1993 Mumbai blast, she chose to part away.

The wax statue of this Late Actress to grace Madame Tussauds museum

July 26, 2017

After Amitabh Bachchan and Asha Bhosle, Madame Tussauds Delhi has chose to add yet another cult figure to the arena. Besides Madhubala , the other Bollywood stars who will be having their wax figures at Madame Tussauds (Delhi) includes the likes of Amitabh Bachchan, Shah Rukh Khan, Asha Bhosle and Shreya Ghoshal.

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