Monday, 31 December 2012
Happy New Years 2013! Watch The Ball Drop In Times Square
And just like that, we close the books on the warmest year in recorded history for the U.S. and one of the warmest years on record for the Twin Cities. We'll join the ranks of that in 1931 when the average yearly temp for the Twin Cities was almost 5FWASHINGTON -- It's "Auld Lang Syne" time again. Robert Burns is credited with "collecting" the lyrics for the old Scottish drinking and dancing ballad that's become a traditional part of New Year's
Obama, Republicans reach deal on fiscal cliff; Senate vote expected tonight
WASHINGTON -- The United States House of Representatives stumbled ingloriously off Capitol Hill New Year's Eve, on the way to blowing through Congress' own deadline to deal with the tax and spending problems it created for itself, leaving the nation toPresident Barack Obama is scheduled to give an address on the Fiscal Cliff on Monday at 1:30 p.m. ET. Watch live here.The revelations about the pending deal came after Obama had said a deal was “within sight,” and House Republican
Instagram kicks off New Year's Eve with worldwide photo stream
New Year's Eve around the world. Sydney's skyline erupts in the world's first major celebration of the new year, and the enthusiastic welcome continues across the globe. People release balloons as the Tokyo Tower is illuminated to celebrate the newIf Congress can't come to an agreement with the White House on New Year's Eve to broker a deal that will avert the "fiscal cliff," the economic mood of the country could be far less than bubbly tomorrow. But you
2013 NFL Mock Draft from Dan Kadar
This morning, we took a look at the draft order, giving the Miami Dolphins the twelfth pick in April. SB Nation's Dan Kadar, managing editor of Mocking the Draft, has taken it one step further and posted a 2013 NFL mock draft. We actually talked to2013 NFL Mock Draft: Raiders select Texas A&M DE Damontre Moore. By Cody Ulm on Dec 31, 9:49a +. USA TODAY Sports. SB Nation NFL draft editor Dan Kadar sees the Raiders going defense over quarterback in his latest mock draft Monday. Share
New Year's Eve 2012: The World Celebrates 2013
Thousands of protesters marched on Monday in New Delhi, pledging to "take back the night," as India remained in mourning for the 23-year-old victim of a gang rape who died on Saturday.In a typical year, Americans partake of some 19 million bottles of Champagne. But the world of bubbly goes well beyond the fancy sipper from France – just about every country in the wine-consuming world makes a signature sparker (and in some casesHere are some last minute reads to keep you busy while
Rookie Bowl: Russell Wilson and RG3 face off
From the blog Shutdown Corner: Your browser does not support iframes. Sure, you're probably holiday'ed out by this point, but this is just adorable: a group of kids singing a carol of praise to Robert Griffin III, the WashingtonRG3, Redskins beat Cowboys, win NFC East. Robert Griffin III #10 celebrates his third quarter touchdown against the Dallas Cowboys with Logan Paulsen #82 of the Washington Redskins at FedExField on December 30, 2012, in Landover, Maryland.Seahawks Eke Past
Sunday, 30 December 2012
Change could be coming after Bears miss playoffs
Teams never want to leave their fate in the hands of others, and tonight, the Chicago Bears were eliminated from playoff contention with a Vikings victory over the Packers.Your one and only stop for everything related to the Bears at Lions contest in Detroit.Chicago Bears: Second half open thread Bears: Detroit drops eighth in a row with 26-24 loss to Chicago Bears recap: Detroit comes up short in 26-24 loss Chicago Bears at Detroit Lions, Dec 30, 2012 1:00 PM ESTChicago Bears: Second half
Year in review: Top iTunes songs, YouTube videos, movies, apps, Google's most ...
Apple on Thursday resumed operations of iTunes Connect, with the developer portal reopening a day ahead of schedule following a brief closure for the holidays originally scheduled for Dec. 21 to Dec. 28. iTunes Connect. Source: AppleInsider readerSpike At Your Service Hits iTunes Early. Yep, it happened again. Spike At Your Service has been released early just like the last few episodes. At this point I'm starting to think this is planned. I guess it's time to go grab it!One of the
Rail worker injured in Boxing Day train accident out of hospital
Kate Hudson and Matt Bellamy go shopping in Aspen on Boxing Day.Boxing Day fight on Frankston Line train (01:31). Disturbing footage of a Boxing Day fight on the Frankston Line. 30/12/12. Return to video. Copy video link. Copy the text below to get a direct link to this video: Copy video link form. Link code forAmericans miss out on what was a great tradition, now an international version of Black Friday.Kate Hudson and Matt Bellamy go shopping in Aspen on Boxing Day.Despite growing competition
Kobe: Best Clippers team I've seen
LOS ANGELES — Kobe Bryant's streak of 10 straight 30-point games ended only because he spent the fourth quarter on the bench alongside Dwight Howard and Steve Nash in a blowout win. The way the Los Angeles Lakers are playing lately, Bryant hasLOS ANGELES — Kobe Bryant's streak of 10 straight 30-point games ended only because he spent the fourth quarter on the bench alongside Dwight Howard and Steve Nash in a blowout win. The way the Los Angeles Lakers are playing lately, Bryant
A Christmas Story, The Musical, Based on Beloved Film, Ends Broadway Run ...
THE CHRISTMAS story is one of warmth and light, but there's a darker chapter that isn't so often retold. Not long after the birth of Jesus, the Roman-installed king of Israel, Herod, got word that a future king had been born in Bethlehem. Herod“He had the unique perspective of covering the entire mill being a delivery mail boy,” said Nick Mantis of Munster, Ind., who is producing a film on Shepherd's life that influenced "A Christmas Story" and so many of his works
Weekend Box Office: 'Django Unchained' Beats Out 'Les Miserables,' 'The Hobbit ...
In an unexpected turn, Quentin Tarantino's "Django Unchained" out-earned the much-hyped "Les Miserables" this weekend. "Django" earned $30.6 million across 3010 theaters this weekend, taking the number two spot at theThe best Les Miserables memes from around the web.UPDATED: Hollywood is hoping for a final burst of moviegoing as 2012 winds down; Matt Damon-John Krasinski drama "Promised Land" off to troubled start at the specialty box office.The best
Saturday, 29 December 2012
Jessica Simpson Shows Off Weight Loss On Weight Watchers Magazine
Even though she's expecting again, Jessica revealed her impressive 50-pound weight loss on the cover of the January/February issue of Weight Watchers Magazine — and the secret to her success! Read on to find out what she said. Jessica SimpsonSo much for rumors Weight Watchers will dump Jessica Simpson now that she's pregnant again the company is actually expanding her role in hocking the…By Alexis Tereszcuk - Radar Entertainment Editor Jessica Simpson dropped a whopping 50 pounds
Weather-weary NJ dealing with another winter storm
A preview of the first India-Pakistan ODI in Chennai - Cricket news from from cricket in India v Pakistan.SB Nation weather contributor and meteorologist Brian Neudorff gives his weather forecast for Week 17 across the NFL.While 2011 established a record for the number of individual U.S. weather disasters that caused at least $1 billion in damage, 2012 is expected to eclipse 2011 in terms of the aggregate amount of damage done.A wicked winter storm was sweeping east across the United States
WWE Live Event Results From Minneapolis (12/28) - Fandango In Action, Steel ...
Fandango hopes a Web series featuring Oscar hopefuls will tempt moviegoers to buy even more tickets.TOLDJA! Here's more proof that the movie multiplexes were busy this Christmas Day. That's when Fandango says it broke its own 12-year company record for mo.Even more proof that Christmas Day was far from misérable at the box office: Fandango reports that Tuesday was its best-ever single day for ticket sales, breaking a record set when The Avengers opened on May 4.December 21 brought a
Kobe Bryant on jersey retirement: 'I'd probably force Shaq to do it'
They will forever be in the debate regarding which NBA player is truly the greatest of all time. I'm not going to take a stab at that one. Instead, I want to break down why two of them have a step up on the other. The one word that separates LeBron andSam Amick, USA TODAY Sports6:27p.m. EST December 28, 2012. CommentsShare. 122512 kobe and nash. Lakers shooting guard Kobe Bryant, left, and point guard Steve Nash are starting to mesh well after just two games. (Photo: Gary A. Vasquez, USAIt
Norman Schwarzkopf 1991 'This Week' Interview
Norman Schwarzkopf, the retired general best known for his command of Desert Storm, died Thursday at age 78. His career was remembered by politicians and fellow members of the military, who eulogized him as, in theGen. H. Norman Schwarzkopf, who commanded the American-led forces that crushed Iraq in the 1991 Persian Gulf war and became the nation's most acclaimed military hero since the midcentury exploits of Generals Dwight D. Eisenhower and DouglasGeneral H. Norman Schwarzkopf -- the
THE WEEK AHEAD, Dec. 29-Jan. 4: Christmas Story and Bring It On Close ...
Every Christian loves the story of Christmas. We love to hear about the angels and the shepherds. We love the think about noble Joseph and humble Mary. We love the wise men and the star of Bethlehem. We love the wholeThe BEST source for Broadway Buzz, Broadway Shows, Broadway Tickets, Off-Broadway, London theater information, Tickets, Gift Certificates, Videos, News & Features, Reviews, Photos, New York Hotel & Theater Packages.Thanks to customers' burning desire for sports-team
Friday, 28 December 2012
Desert Storm commander Norman Schwarzkopf dies at 78
Schwarzkopf, who helped drive Saddam Hussein out of Kuwait during the Gulf War, died Thursday, Dec. 27, in Tampa.Retired general Stormin' Norman Schwarzkopf has died. He was 78 years old, and passed away in Tampa, Florida.Schwarzkopf, who helped drive Saddam Hussein out of Kuwait during the Gulf War, died Thursday, Dec. 27, in Tampa.Norman Schwarzkopf, the retired general best known for his command of Desert Storm, died Thursday at age 78. His career was remembered by politicians and
Tricky Android malware fools users with Google Play icon
A tablet specific version of popular vBulletin forums app, Tapatalk, hits the Google Play Store in public beta, with the finished article expected to become available in late January.Malware in the Google Play store is nothing new, and Google does their best to sift out most of the crap that makes its way in, but sometimes some of it sneaks through. A Google Play developer account by the name of “apkdeveloper” has released a ton ofGoogle's recently launched scan-and-match feature for
Jessica Simpson Shows Off 50-Pound Weight Loss on Weight Watchers ...
The rumor that actress and singer Jessica Simpson is pregnant again was confirmed Christmas morning when she tweeted a photo of seven-month-old daughter Maxwell Drew sitting in a patch of sand marked "BIG SIS.After Jessica Simpson seemed to confirm her second pregnancy Christmas Day on Twitter, via a photo of baby girl Maxwell on the beach with "big sis" written in the sand, the Weight Watchers spokeswoman made it extra official Wednesday in a new ad thatJessica Simpson appears
Cincinnati scores late to win exciting Belk Bowl
Cincinnati forced a fumble deep in its own territory with under two minutes to play, drove the length of the field and then forced another fumble to secure a 48-34 win over Duke in the Belk Bowl. Thanks to a pair of late scores by the Bearcats, theBELK BELK BELK BELK, BELK, BELK, BELK. Share on Twitter. We looked, and they don't sell speedos in the men's section of Belk. You know, if you wondered if they sell grape-smugglers. Ah, preposterous, you say, I'dCINCINNATI WON. You can
Prince William, Kate Middleton Visit Sandringham for Boxing Day
SITCOM'S 10m even topped Xmas Day's EastEnders and put BBC1 miles ahead of rivals.It can be like a jungle in mall parking lots this time of year, testing patience and maneuverability and good manners. As anxious shoppers fight to claim parking spots in the quest for bargains, CBC's Dan Burritt gets a first-hand look at the tensionAmericans miss out on what was a great tradition, now an international version of Black Friday.Read conservative news, blogs and opinion about Happy
Netflix to Increase CEO Hastings Pay for 2013
The ultimate value of compensation through stock options depends on how Netflix's shares perform. The initial compensation package represents an increase from Mr. Hastings's 2012 plan, which included a $500,000 salary and a $1.5 million stock-optionThose hoping to spend the holiday watching streaming video from Netflix can now get back in front of their TVs, tablets and PCs after a Christmas Eve outage. A Netflix Inc. spokesman said by email Tuesday morning that theNetflix will
Thursday, 27 December 2012
Jack Klugman's secret, lifesaving legacy
At a time when horse racing desperately seeks to attract high-profile owners from the entertainment industry, the game lost one of its most dedicated members with the death of actor Jack Klugman at age 90. Just like in his acting career, Klugman's rideIf you or someone you know has taken medication to help fight ALS, muscular dystrophy, AIDS or Tourette's, well you have Jack Klugman to thank. The character actor, best known for his work on "The Odd Couple," died on Monday,
UPDATE 2-US Jan natgas futures end down, mild weather forecast
Total daytime snow and sleet accumulation of 2 to 4 inches is possible, with an additional 1 to 3 inches overnight.MISSOULA - We'll continue to see the same weather pattern we saw yesterday for the next two days. This means we will see a cloudy sky both day and night with periods of light snow. The periodic snow will come as relatively weak disturbances moveA winter storm advisory from the National Weather Service is in effect until 7 a.m. tomorrow. It warns that snow, sleet and freezing
Monday Cable Ratings: 'A Christmas Story' Wins Night, 'WWE Raw', College ...
A Christmas Story House. Dec 25, 2012 8:15 AM EST. Like · Tweet · file · Recognize this? Like The Daily Beast on Facebook and follow us on Twitter for updates all day long. For inquiries, please contact The Daily Beast at editorial@thedailybeast.com.Two airings of TBS's annual A Christmas Story marathon were the top cable programs on Christmas Eve, with the classic film earning a 2.1 adults 18-49 rating at 8PM and a 2.0 at 10PM. Monday Night RAW was the top non-movie
New Android malware uses Google Play icon to trick users, conduct DDoS ...
The malware disguises itself as a legitimate app from Google, according to the firm. Once the app is installed, it creates an icon that resembles the one for Google Play. Tapping this icon will still launch Google Play, reducing suspicion thatMobile app analytics firm Distimo annually publishes a review of the past year's growth and trends in the app space. For 2012, Distimo compared Apple's App Store vs. Google Play on Android handsets. While both marketplaces are considered winners
Convenient iTunes 11 keyboard shortcuts
Update: We've heard from a knowledgable source that the process described in the Ars story may lead to issues down the road. Specifically, newly.Gift cards—especially in their digital form—are the ultimate, last-minute cop-out gift, and if you're willing to trek out to your nearest Best Buy, they'll reward to effort with a little bit of free iTunes money. All their physical iTunesiTunes is both a mainstream juggernaut, destroying the competition in market and mind-share, and
'Django Unchained': DiCaprio and cast discuss working with Tarantino ...
Where Basterds was little more than a larky speculative burlesque, Django Unchained possesses an unmistakable subversive power, its playfully insurrectionist spirit perhaps the modern-day pop-culture equivalent of far more high stakes rebellions ofThe release of Quentin Tarantino's spaghetti Western slavery revenge drama Django Unchained on the heels of Steven Spielberg's rather more sober biopic Lincoln has given moviegoers a holiday season full of questions about one of the darkest
Wednesday, 26 December 2012
Kobe Bryant takes over Nike Basketball Twitter feed
The Los Angeles Clippers had a fun time on Christmas Day, and that was even before they beat the Nuggets. Chris Paul, Blake Griffin and their teammates showed up to the Staples Center on Tuesday in full holiday attireSamuel L. Jackson and Kobe are the best of friends. Check them out sharing a nice, sweaty high-five as Kobe heads to the locker room.Kobe Bryant has a very, uh, interesting sense of style. Don't believe me? Check out this super awesome fur coat that he's rocking for the
Actor Jack Klugman excelled as both the slob roommate Felix and the ...
tribute.jpg View full size Jack Klugman, left, and Charles Durning, right, both died Monday, Klugman at 90 in Los Angeles, Durning at 89 in New York. They spent storied careers building catalogs of roles that classed them indisputably as "character actors.Jack Klugman, who has died at 90, was a TV-star anomaly -- not conventionally handsome, with the jagged voice and hangdog demeanor of a character actor, and a performer who was as comfortable being part of anAt a time when horse racing
A Christmas Story, The Musical Breaks Lunt-Fontanne Box-Office Record
A library of cross-disciplinary interestingness and combinatorial creativty.The iconic holiday movie Jean Shepherd's "A Christmas Story" depicts the closing scene inside Chop Suey Palace, where the young Ralphie Parker and his family spend Christmas dinner. Before the meal arrives, they're serenaded in a politically incorrect“He had the unique perspective of covering the entire mill being a delivery mail boy,” said Nick Mantis of Munster, Ind., who is producing a film on
Felon accused of fatally stabbing man at McDonald's
McDonald's is pushing its owner-operators to open on Dec. 25, with the argument that a little ho-ho-ho will bring a lot of lift to ho-hum sales.Central Coast McDonald's restaurants are celebrating the Fifth Annual Herb Peterson Day on Monday, Jan. 7, and customers will be able to purchase Egg McMuffin sandwiches for only $1. This annual event will commemorate the life and legacy of HerbCandie Williams, customer service manager, checks the freezer next to the griddles to maker sure the
Kobe Bryant takes over Nike Basketball Twitter feed
Samuel L. Jackson and Kobe are the best of friends. Check them out sharing a nice, sweaty high-five as Kobe heads to the locker room. I would absolutely love to eavesdrop on a conversation between Samuel L. Jackson and Kobe Bryant. I wonder what theyBy Conrad Kaczmarek on Dec 25, 3:04p 1. Kobe Bryant has a very, uh, interesting sense of style. Don't believe me? Check out this super awesome fur coat that he's rocking for the Los Angeles Lakers game against the New York Knicks on
Shoppers on the hunt for Boxing Day deals
A preview of the third South Africa-New Zealand T20 in Port Elizabeth - Cricket news from from cricket in South Africa v New Zealand.Kiwis hit the shops with gusto yesterday, pushing Boxing Day spending up 13.4 per cent or $14.2 million on the same day last year, according to Paymark. Shoppers put more than two million transactions and $120m through retailers' tills yesterdayi do not like crowds so I don't do Boxing Day in the stores, but now you can shop Boxing Day deals on the
Tuesday, 25 December 2012
Thousands call to track Santa, breaking last year's record, NORAD says
The Santa charade is fun every year, but it's time to get real: A million letters to the North Pole is a road to nowhere for the rest of us.Many record labels initially tried to talk me out of doing a Christmas album. They all said it's only something people do when they run out of new ideas. For me it was just the opposite, and I was just getting started.According to San Diego criminal lawyer Peter Liss, Santa has nothing to worry about—at least in California. That's because
Extraordinary Actors Ennobling The Ordinary
Jack Klugman, who has died at 90, was a TV-star anomaly — not conventionally handsome, with the jagged voice and hangdog demeanor of a character actor, and a performer who was as comfortable being part of an ensemble as he was a lead actor.Jack Klugman, who has died at 90, was a TV-star anomaly -- not conventionally handsome, with the jagged voice and hangdog demeanor of a character actor, and a performer who was as comfortable being part of anHis portrayal of sloppy sportswriter Oscar
A Pleasant Surprise Amid the Sure Things
By Matt Bowen, National Football PostLooking back on the Week 16 NFL schedule, here are five things that stood out from my perspective—starting with Russell Wilson's production in the win over the 49ers. 1.That memory, of course, might be briefly obscured, because at first glance 2012 appears to be the year of the young quarterback: Andrew Luck, Robert Griffin III, Russell Wilson, Colin Kaepernick and Ryan Tannehill. But behind every successful young QBSeattle Seahawks quarterback
Killer of 2 NY firemen had semiautomatic rifle
As Twitchy reported earlier today, many gun control advocates are attacking the National Rifle Association in the wake of yesterday's shootings in Webster, NY. Rupert Murdoch, chairman and CEO of News Corp., weighed in on the shooting as well, sayingWilliam Spengler left a typewritten note saying he wanted to burn down the neighborhood and "do what I like doing best, killing people," police said.Police in Webster, N.Y., said this morning that two firefighters were shot and killed
Killer of 2 NY firemen had semiautomatic rifle
Police in Webster, N.Y., said this morning that two firefighters were shot and killed while responding to a fire in the upstate New York town, victims of an apparent "trap" set by a shooter who is believed to be dead at the scene.WEBSTER, N.Y. (AP) — Four volunteer firefighters responding to a pre-dawn house fire were shot Monday morning, two fatally, leading to a shootout between a suspect and police in suburban Rochester, N.Y., police said. Fire continues to consume housesWEBSTER,
Merry Christmas from Charles Dickens
I want to wish each and every one of you a very Merry Christmas!! I hope you are all enjoying this special day with your family and loved ones. Sending.I want to wish each and every one of you a very Merry Christmas!! I hope you are all enjoying this special day with your family and loved ones. Sending.2012 at 1:28 am. Merry Christmas to all the regulars, occasionals, and lurkers. Merry Christmas and an interesting and stimulating New Year. And thanks for MR! Merry Christmas Tyler, Alex and
Monday, 24 December 2012
Osi: Champs lack swagger, confidence
Pop punk took a huge leap in popularity back in 2010. The revival of the genre brought a handful of original and great bands, unique in their own way. Unfortunately, it also brought hundreds of copycat bands, as pop punk was the new genre every bandFor a while there, I had to ask myself, Old son, did you really change your first name to 'Homer'? Because that's what I was getting called by many of.Mustangs repeat as Hoop Classic varsity champs. By Rob Grant -- Special to the
Google vs. Microsoft: Santa-tracking systems go out of sync
On Christmas Eves of yore, kids could only dream of where Santa Claus and his reindeer were flying at any moment, hoping that their house would be next on the big guy's list.Every time you ignore Bing, an angel gets his wings The Google Santa Tracker lets you follow Santa Claus as he delivers presents in real timeThe Santa Tracker will start mapping Santa's stops at 3 p.m. on Christmas Eve. Viewers will be able to spot Santa's exact location, where his next stop is, the seconds
Mayan Calendar Predictions vs. Miami Reality
It turns out (as of right now) that Dec. 21 wasn't the prophetic "End of the World" some believed the Mayan Calendar indicated. Still, many insist that while the date doesn't mean a sort of Armageddon set to wipe out humanity,Tongue in cheek is the best way Payson Sheets, a CU-Boulder anthropologist, tries to explain the supposed Mayan calendar prophecy of doom and gloom or spiritual enlightenment, depending on which side of the calendarMayans never predicted an Apocalypse.
ABC's 'Sound of Music' ratings up 22% over 2011
Director James Brennan also helmed the theater's last revival of “The Sound of Music” in 2003, and was a cast mate of Hibbert's during the 1980s Broadway run of “Me and My Girl.” Brennan, who saw “The Sound of Music” asSPOTLIGHT. 'The Sound of Music'. 6 p.m. on ABC. On Christmas Eve eve, ABC heads for the hills, which are alive with the glorious sound of Rodgers and Hammerstein's music and lyrics. In the 1965 big-screen classic, beautifully restored, Julie
Suggestions On "Take Two" For The NRA
You are such a block head. The NRA has a valid point. The DVDs and violent films that have made mass killing 'fun', have a lot to do on why we see so many deranged young killers out there. This Newtown killer was immersed in that killing/game culture.In the wake of the unfathomable horror of the Newtown, Connecticut, elementary school massacre, public discourse has rightly focused on the incredibly disturbing perception of gun homicides in the United States. In particular those done
David Nelson: Happy Holidays Belltown, see you in 2013!
I just wanted to take the time to thank everybody for reading and supporting Inside Belltown in 2012. This was Inside Belltown's biggest year since being started by SeattlePI.com in 2009. We had 176 posts in Inside Belltown, not including this one, inHappy Holidays, Instagram! Here, Have a Class-Action Lawsuit. December 24, 2012 at 11:00 am PT. Tweet. Share. Print · lawsuits_380 'Twas the night before Christmas, and all through the Valley, not a creature was stirring — except
Sunday, 23 December 2012
Calvin Johnson Sets Receiving Mark
for the playoffs and Calvin Johnson's record.Tags: NFL, Matt Ryan, Falcons, interview. DETROIT -- Calvin Johnson gave the Detroit Lions, and their fans, something to feel good about in a sour season. In yet another loss, he had a record-breaking night.As Calvin Johnson handled his media obligations, his father stood watch, beaming from ear to ear. Share on Facebook. Share on Twitter. You don't need to be a mind reader to know what's going through Calvin Johnson's
Author, 'Whorehouse' Playwright Larry L. King Dies
Larry L. King, a famed writer and Tony Award-nominated playwright, dies Thursday at age 83. King became famous for a magazine article he wrote about efforts to close down a bordello in Texas. This became the basis for the Tony Award-nominated musicalThis week, Larry L. King, author and playwright, passed away. This is not pundit Larry King of Larry King Live, and he just wanted to send out a tweet to make sure you appreciate the difference. To be fair, some on the internet made an honest
End Of The World On Christmas Eve? Mayan Calendar's 13th Baktun May ...
Today is 12-21-12: Doomsday, the end of the world. That is, according to some interpretations of the Mayan calendar. Others say it's the beginning of a new era. However, one doesn't need to look at the Mayan calendar, theI'm writing this well ahead of Friday's end of the world, in the absolute certainty that it will be published two days later. I've survived enough end-of-the-world scares to know them for what they are — ways to grab headlines, scare people and
The heartwarming pictures of Calvin Johnson celebrating record with his father
In an emotional moment after the record catch, Johnson ran to the sidelines and handed the ball to his father, Calvin Johnson, Sr. After the game, his father said, “You imagine great things, but how can you imagine this?” Although the Atlanta FalconsBy Brad Biggs, National Football PostCalvin Johnson is closing in on one of Jerry Rice's prized records. Barring a stumble or untimely injury, Johnson looks to be in good shape to set a new mark for receiving yards in a singleCalvin Johnson
End Of The World On Christmas Eve? Mayan Calendar's 13th Baktun May ...
Scenes from Chinatown during the "End of the World" block party on Friday, Dec. 21.Authorities Saturday continued to investigate the circumstances surrounding a fight at an "End of the World" party in San Bernardino that turned deadly.This is probably the best video I have ever done..watch as I go out in the streets and cause panic around local bus stops and tell them that the tsunami comiThe Maya never predicted that 2012 would be the Year of the Cigar Box Guitar. They
Ryan Freel dead at 36 of apparent suicide
Like many of you, I was just incredibly saddened when I heard the news Saturday that former Reds player Ryan Freel died from suicide at the young age of just 36. I know he had young kids and it's just awful to get news likeMIAMI (AP) — Ryan Freel, a former Major League Baseball player known for his fearless play but whose career was cut short after eight seasons by a series of head and other injuries, was found dead Saturday in Jacksonville, Fla., according to theMIAMI (AP) — Ryan
Saturday, 22 December 2012
Here comes Microsoft Surface Pro, 64 bits and all
But that's not what we're talking about here. Instagram is claiming the right to use photos for ADVERTISING purposes, without establishing any mechanism for obtaining the right to do so from identifiable people in the photos.Here's UCF's Best Dance Teamer, Who Just So Happens To Be An Eight-Foot It was so brief, we weren't sure we had seen it correctly, but reader Todd sent in the video: UCF's dance team seems to be organized around, if not led by, an extremely
Here comes Microsoft Surface Pro, 64 bits and all
BEST MOTION PICTURE – DRAMA a. ARGO Warner Bros. Pictures, GK Films, Smokehouse Pictures; Warner Bros. Pictures b. DJANGO UNCHAINED The Weinstein Company, Columbia Pictures; The WeinsteinOn Christmas Day of 1863, Henry Wadsworth Longfellow penned the poem “I Heard the Bells on Christmas Day.” His oldest son had been badly wounded in the.Here's UCF's Best Dance Teamer, Who Just So Happens To Be An Eight-Foot It was so brief, we weren't sure we had seen it correctly, but
Here comes Microsoft Surface Pro, 64 bits and all
Boise State offensive highlight! Here's a horse celebrating. By Jason Kirk on Dec 22, 4:52p +. ESPN. The Las Vegas Bowl was the victim of dreary sequencing early on, with the intense and chaotic New Orleans Bowl preceding it. But things are picking up!Here's UCF's Best Dance Teamer, Who Just So Happens To Be An Eight-Foot It was so brief, we weren't sure we had seen it correctly, but reader Todd sent in the video: UCF's dance team seems to be organized around, if not
Here comes Microsoft Surface Pro, 64 bits and all
Here's what CNET said: "In our benchmark tests, the Iconia W700 performed similarly to other Core i5-3317U Windows 8 laptops and convertibles, or a little behind. It's well-suited for everyday use, from HD video streaming to social media, to working onNow let's take a break from tallying up our favorite albums of the past year and take a look at an album from next year. The Columbus band Twenty One Pilots (stylized as twenty | one | pilots) has been on tour all summer
Here comes Microsoft Surface Pro, 64 bits and all
Here's UCF's Best Dance Teamer, Who Just So Happens To Be An Eight-Foot It was so brief, we weren't sure we had seen it correctly, but reader Todd sent in the video: UCF's dance team seems to be organized around, if not led by, an extremely tall,0. WRUP From all of ours, to all of yours. From all of us here at Joystiq, to all of yours: may the holiday break be happy, healthy and festive. We'll be here, tending the fires and doing our thing. Feel free to stop by and
Here comes Microsoft Surface Pro, 64 bits and all
Buddy Guy is aware of the momentum behind the National Blues Museum, scheduled to open 2014 in downtown St. Louis. Earlier this month the proposed 23,000-square-foot museum received a $6 million contribution from Pinnacle Entertainment andSo today is judgment day, and the Speaker of the House probably wishes that the Mayans prognostications proved true, but we are still here and the real judgment day has come for Boehner and the Republican Party.But that's not what we're talking about
Friday, 21 December 2012
Still Here and Waiting
Darting here and there Û Intriguing quarterback tale of the tape for Seahawks-49ers: Starters Colin Kaepernick and Russell Wilson are making roughly $1.7 million combined in salary this year. Backups Alex Smith and Matt Flynn? A joint $13.5 millionFor many of us, December and January mark a time for family and holidays and for reflections on the year past. Earlier this month, the current chair of the Global Fund board, Simon Bland, blogged here on the Big Push about the year that was for
As Fiscal Cliff Looms, Here's The Expiring Tax Break That Will Hurt Housing Most
But that's not what we're talking about here. Instagram is claiming the right to use photos for ADVERTISING purposes, without establishing any mechanism for obtaining the right to do so from identifiable people in the photos.Here's a Free Ebook of Our Best Stories From 2012. By Alexis C. Madrigal. Tweet Dec 20 2012, 3:04 PM ET Comment. A free ebook of our best work just in time for the holidays. Makes a great gift for wordy nerds! And much cheaper than a BattlestarUpdate,
As Fiscal Cliff Looms, Here's The Expiring Tax Break That Will Hurt Housing Most
The year is quickly coming to a close and, with House Speaker John Boehner's 'Plan B' scrapped, a deal to thwart to the so-called fiscal cliff has yet to be reached. The $600 billion in simultaneous tax hikes and spending cuts that's set to take effectSo today is judgment day, and the Speaker of the House probably wishes that the Mayans prognostications proved true, but we are still here and the real judgment day has come for Boehner and the Republican Party. It is
As Fiscal Cliff Looms, Here's The Expiring Tax Break That Will Hurt Housing Most
Now let's take a break from tallying up our favorite albums of the past year and take a look at an album from next year. The Columbus band Twenty One Pilots (stylized as twenty | one | pilots) has been on tour all summer withBEST MOTION PICTURE – DRAMA a. ARGO Warner Bros. Pictures, GK Films, Smokehouse Pictures; Warner Bros. Pictures b. DJANGO UNCHAINED The Weinstein Company, Columbia Pictures; The WeinsteinBEST MOTION PICTURE – DRAMA a. ARGO Warner Bros. Pictures, GK Films,
As Fiscal Cliff Looms, Here's The Expiring Tax Break That Will Hurt Housing Most
BEST MOTION PICTURE – DRAMA a. ARGO Warner Bros. Pictures, GK Films, Smokehouse Pictures; Warner Bros. Pictures b. DJANGO UNCHAINED The Weinstein Company, Columbia Pictures; The WeinsteinFor many of us, December and January mark a time for family and holidays and for reflections on the year past. Earlier this month, the current chair of the Global Fund board, Simon Bland, blogged here on the Big Push about the year that was for theThere are so many ways to go here. Small shifts that feel
Thursday, 20 December 2012
A Top Recruit Announces He Will Attend Duke
Well, Duke is still doing Duke things, apparently. If you thought the nation's top black Mormon whose father played in the NBA would commit to some other school—like Michigan State, say, or BYU—you were truly mistaken.Chicago — The speculation has ended and in East Lansing, the tension has turned to deflating disappointment. Jabari Parker, the No. 2 recruit in the nation from Chicago Simeon, announced on Thursday that he has committed to play next season at Duke,The No. 1 college
Staying In: Bruno Mars and Rebel Wilson combine for the perfect weekend indoors
Rihanna performed Diamonds and Bruno Mars performed When I Was Your Man on last night's season finale of The Voice.Bruno Mars has been a busy man, promoting his music over the last several months. His newest album, Unorthodox Jukebox, has already spawned a hit single, “Locked Out of Heaven,” which reached #1 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart and has stayed on topLISTEN Unorthodox Jukebox by Bruno Mars — The smooth-as-caramel crooner has a huge hit with his 10-track sophomore album. His
Jenni Rivera Funeral: Music, Memories, Love and Heartbreak
This week's funeral commemorating the life of Jenni Rivera was as dramatic and colorful as the artist herself, a cornucopia of laughter, tears and celebration. Rivera will be laid to rest later in a private ceremony, but fans and friends were invitedThis week's funeral commemorating the life of Jenni Rivera was as dramatic and colorful as the artist herself, a cornucopia of laughter, tears and celebration.LOS ANGELES (LALATE) - The Jenni Rivera funeral, memorial will get unprecedented
Mich. schools close amid threats tied to Maya calendar
Every news site and its mother has a story about Mayan Calendar — explaining the apocalypse myth and, more important, their version of the misinterpretation. I'll spare you the Google searches. In a nutshell: The ancientDec 20, 2012 11:38 PM EST. AP. MERIDA, Mexico — Doomsday hour is here, at least in much of the world, and so still are we. According to legend, the ancient Mayans' long-count calendar ends at midnight Thursday, ushering in the end of the world.Dec 20, 2012 11:38 PM
Brothers Grimm saved classic fairy tales by changing them forever
The Brothers Grimm (German: Brüder Grimm or Die Gebrüder Grimm), Jacob (1785–1863) and Wilhelm Grimm (1786–1859), were German academics, linguists, cultural researchers, and authors who together collectedLondon: The Brothers Grimm, Jacob and Wilhelm Grimm, were German academics, linguists, cultural researchers, and authors who together collected folklore. They are among the most well-known storytellers of EuropeanThe Doodle lets you click through some of the more recognized fairy tales
'X Factor's' Tate Stevens: 'I didn't come here to take second'
"The X Factor" opened part one of the Season 2 finale with a tribute to Sandy Hook Elementary.Fox's X-Factor performance finale led Wednesday night in the ratings, though slipped 18 percent from last year's similar episode. Simon Cowell's singing competition series was seen by 8.3 million viewers and had a 2.7 adults 18-49 rating. That's softSimon Cowell says “The X Factor” girl group Fifth Harmony reminds him of One Direction, and reveals Demi Lovato “wants
Wednesday, 19 December 2012
Instagram says it now has the right to sell your photos | Politics and Law ...
It was, says the man who played Eliot Ness to US Postal's mobsters, his lowest ebb. When Lance Amstrong decided he was not going to fight on, but still refused to confess despite the weight of evidence against him, the United States anti-doping chiefIf you're among the many Instagram users who are taking to the Internets to grumble about the photo service's new terms of service and privacy policy, both taking effect Jan. 16, you might be considering the next and final stepIf
Instagram says it now has the right to sell your photos
We thought our readers should see what a Facebook Gift looks like when it arrives up on their doorsteps.Anyhow, rather like my fourth shaman here, while I've been doing similar things for some time, this is my first go at this particular article. Start zones have been revamped to be populated mostly with neutral mobs, lacking theBut that's not what we're talking about here. Instagram is claiming the right to use photos for ADVERTISING purposes, without establishing any mechanism
Instagram says it now has the right to sell your photos | Politics and Law ...
There's one big, lingering question over the $2.7 billion judgment against Yahoo in a lawsuit it lost in Mexico: Why was there no warning to shareholders? There's a simple answer, according to Compliance Week: While regulators are concerned about thisWe thought our readers should see what a Facebook Gift looks like when it arrives up on their doorsteps.Anyhow, rather like my fourth shaman here, while I've been doing similar things for some time, this is my first go at this
Instagram says it now has the right to sell your photos | Politics and Law ...
If you're among the many Instagram users who are taking to the Internets to grumble about the photo service's new terms of service and privacy policy, both taking effect Jan. 16, you might be considering the next and final stepOfficials and residents have also expressed high hopes that foreign tourists will be inspired to visit the Yucatán Peninsula through Friday and beyond. (Assuming the world is still here.) A handful of residents and officials from Merida, the capital ofAnyhow,
Peak Farmland? Some Researchers Say It's Here
Officials and residents have also expressed high hopes that foreign tourists will be inspired to visit the Yucatán Peninsula through Friday and beyond. (Assuming the world is still here.) A handful of residents and officials from Merida, the capital ofIf you're looking for a dash of optimism about the future — and who isn't, these days? — you can find it in a rosy new prediction about the planet's ability to produce food for the next half-century. It comes to us from a trio
Peak Farmland? Some Researchers Say It's Here
Officials and residents have also expressed high hopes that foreign tourists will be inspired to visit the Yucatán Peninsula through Friday and beyond. (Assuming the world is still here.) A handful of residents and officials from Merida, the capital ofPlease enjoy a GIF of a horse sliding into home plate. Feel free to stare for hours.But that's not what we're talking about here. Instagram is claiming the right to use photos for ADVERTISING purposes, without establishing any mechanism
Tuesday, 18 December 2012
A 'fiscal cliff' deal is near: Here are the details
is a very positive legacy point for our having been here and an opportunity to tell this incredibly important story to the nation and those abroad who would watch this,” said John Saboor, WWE's senior vice president of specialis a very positive legacy point for our having been here and an opportunity to tell this incredibly important story to the nation and those abroad who would watch this,” said John Saboor, WWE's senior vice president of specialWhere will "Homeland"
A 'fiscal cliff' deal is near: Here are the details
Where will "Homeland" Season 3 pick up for Carrie (Claire Danes), Brody (Damian Lewis) and Saul (Mandy Patinkin)?the 24th of July, 2010. Executive produced by Ridley Scott and directed by Kevin Macdonald. Soundtrack available here @ http://goo.gl/N9F6O For more information on Life In A Day, visit http://www.youtube.com/lifeinaday.BEST MOTION PICTURE – DRAMA a. ARGO Warner Bros. Pictures, GK Films, Smokehouse Pictures; Warner Bros. Pictures b. DJANGO UNCHAINED The Weinstein Company,
A 'fiscal cliff' deal is near: Here are the details
Where will "Homeland" Season 3 pick up for Carrie (Claire Danes), Brody (Damian Lewis) and Saul (Mandy Patinkin)?Not surprisingly, the Facebook-owned mobile photo-posting service Instagram has backed off the language in its new privacy and terms of service policies that set off a firestorm online. The worry was that people's Instagram photos could be sold withoutSocial Media is growing up. We're seeing that the power of social media marches on in business, entertainment,
A Fiscal Cliff Deal Is Close (Maybe)—Here's What It Would Mean for Jobs
Here is an awkward, acne-scarred boy who played with dolls, wore nail varnish and his hair long, was bullied, bunked off and smoked drugs in the mall, played in a band, went to local art school, ended up at CalArts and went on to become one of LA'sWhen major media outlets (incorrectly) identified the name of the suspect in Friday's elementary school massacre, journalists immediately flocked to Facebook to learn more about him. Pictures, status updates, comments -- anything that might
Instagram Backs Off New Photo Policy--But Here's How It Might Really Make ...
With lots of signature black-and-white imagery from Burton, the visuals reportedly were inspired by the 1935 film “Mad Love” to amplify the sentiment expressed by singer Brandon Flowers that “I don't want your picture…. I want you here with meHere is an awkward, acne-scarred boy who played with dolls, wore nail varnish and his hair long, was bullied, bunked off and smoked drugs in the mall, played in a band, went to local art school, ended up at CalArts and went on to become one of
Instagram Backs Off New Photo Policy--But Here's How It Might Really Make ...
Pentimento stopped by our office while on their fall tour with The Swellers and Diamond Youth to not only play us an acoustic version of "Circles," but also to show us their van. In our newest episode of Stand By Your Van, seePentimento stopped by our office while on their fall tour with The Swellers and Diamond Youth to not only play us an acoustic version of "Circles," but also to show us their van. In our newest episode of Stand By Your Van, seethe 24th of July, 2010.
Monday, 17 December 2012
"SNL" makes rare departure from its comedic opening
Anne Hathaway is hoping that Katie Holmes can take a joke. When the Les Miserables star hosted Saturday Night Live in November, she reprised her fabulous impression of Holmes (first seen when Hathaway hosted in 2010). The studio audience couldn'tI imagine that when Saturday Night Live realized how much everyone would need a laugh this past weekend, they must have thanked heaven they'd booked Martin Short. The man is just like no one else. When you're laughing at Martin Short,
Nancy Lanza got custody of Adam Lanza in divorce
A man who served as Adam Lanza's babysitter 10 years ago noticed some unusual behavior from the boy, but never dreamed the child would become a mass murderer. The memories came quickly back for Ryan Kraft when he heard the news that Lanza hadWho Was Newtown Gunman Adam Lanza? Troubling picture of Connecticut mass murderer slowly emerges. 02:09 | 12/17/2012. Related Links: Watch: Day of Mourning in Newtown, Conn. Watch: American Kids Head Back to School · WATCH FULLThe gunman in the
Nancy Lanza got custody of Adam Lanza in divorce
The gunman in the Connecticut shooting rampage shot his mother multiple times in the head before going to the school and gunning down 26, authorities said Sunday as details emerged suggesting that Adam Lanza hadAdam Lanza, now 20, fatally shot his mother on Friday before going to Sandy Hook Elementary School and killing 20 children and six adults. Adam Lanza fatally shot himself as police closed in. STORY: Funerals draw hundreds. STORY: White House mum onIn a segment from moments ago on Fox
Upon Further Review: Steelers - AFC North Blog - ESPN
Though they're certainly against the ropes after a tough loss, Ian Rapoport says the Steelers are by no means giving up. More Big Ben shouldered the blame for Sunday's overtime loss to the Dallas Cowboys, but he openly questioned a game plan thatWeek 15 Quick Hits: A Cowboys-Steelers Classic. By ANDY BENOIT. Andy Benoit takes a tour of Sunday's Week 15 games. Share your thoughts. Dallas Cowboys · Pittsburg Steelers. Cowboys 27, Steelers 24, OT. On the second play in
'Survivor: Philippines': Mike Skupin blames Ponderosa for his loss; says he ...
The lone survivor of one of the two Sandy Hook Elementary School first-grade classrooms where Adam Lanza allegedly shot and killed 20 children tricked the gunman by playing dead, the girl's pastor said. “She ran out of the school building covered fromThe lone survivor of one of the two Sandy Hook Elementary School first-grade classrooms where Adam Lanza allegedly shot and killed 20 children tricked the gunman by playing dead, the girl's pastor said. “She ran out of the school
'Homeland' team answers burning finale questions, hint season 3 plans
It's fitting that tonight's Season 2 finale of "Homeland" was titled "The Choice," because I'm pretty sure many viewers approached it wondering whether they would choose to return for Season 3 or decide it's time to break up with the series. For theIt's fitting that tonight's Season 2 finale of "Homeland" was titled "The Choice," because I'm pretty sure many viewers approached it wondering whether they would choose to
Sunday, 16 December 2012
Indiana man who owned 47 guns arrested after elementary school threat
Glendale, AZ – Beanie Wells had three scores on the ground and Arizona returned two interceptions for touchdowns as the Cardinals snapped a nine-game skid with a 38-10 win over the reeling Detroit Lions. Arizona (5-9) managed just 196 yards of offense''Pat Bowlen has owned the team for 29 years and has averaged 10 wins a season, but it's the first time he's won in this building,'' Broncos coach John Fox said. ''I was proud to see that for
Hillary Clinton to miss Benghazi hearings after fainting, concussion ...
WASHINGTON — The State Department says Secretary of State Hillary Rodham Clinton, who skipped an overseas trip this past week because of a stomach virus, sustained a concussion after fainting. She's now recovering at home and being monitored bySecretary of State Hillary Clinton, who earlier this week canceled a trip to Morocco and the Middle East because she was ill with a stomach virus, is at home recovering from a concussion she suffered in a fall, her spokesman says. According to an
Breaking Down the 'Boys: Cowboys' chances of winning NFC East after overtime ...
Newtown 1st Selectwoman Patricia Llodra: 'It is a defining moment for our town, but it does not define us' - Live video.It is amazing that Kentucky is still looking to add players after getting commitments from Andrew and Aaron Harrison, James Young, Marcus Lee and Derek Willis. However, the Wildcats still have room on the roster. This means that these elite playersPres. Obama at vigil: 'I come to offer the love and prayers of a nation' - Live video.It is amazing that
Keystone XL critics now calling for more indepth climate change study
NEWTOWN, Conn. – A mass in Newtown, Conn., was temporarily evacuated Sunday after a caller "threatened to kill people in the church," according to a church spokesman. Brian Wallace, a spokesman for the St. Rose of Lima Church, said someone calledWith President Obama poised to decide whether to allow construction of the Keystone XL Pipeline -- based on a second, more environmentally-sensitive path -- critics now appear focused on derailing the project over a climate change study.
Fox cuts away from moment of silence in Cleveland to air commercial
Reigning NL Cy Young winner R.A. Dickey could be on the move. Reports in both Toronto and New York indicate the Mets are set to deal the knuckleballer to the Blue Jays in a package that would likely include top catching prospect Travis d'Arnaud. TheIt's once again time to get your War on Christmas on, it seems. Fox News wants to beat that horse good and dead and pulpy, and if they can make the irritatingly non-Republican president look anti-Christian while doing it,The deadly
Onetime Allies in Antitrust Part Ways Over Google
Christina is a contributor to media outlets such as Forbes.com, Inc.com, PCWorld.com, Auto Trader and The Minneapolis Star Tribune. She writes about a myriad of topics including technology, the automotive industry and health and fitness. Her talentsAnd, while Google's dexterity here is quite impressive as it can provide services for VOIP, chat, local, news, and so much more, Google's real opportunity relies around the different modes in which people will search forIt's not a
Saturday, 15 December 2012
ABC News Live Coverage
Part 3: Teacher Vicki Soto's cousin tells ABC News' Chris Cuomo about her dedication to the end. VIDEO: Police say shooting deaths include both students and staff at Sandy Hook Elementary. Connecticut Elementary School Shooting: 'Several Fatalities'Part 3: Teacher Vicki Soto's cousin tells ABC News' Chris Cuomo about her dedication to the end. VIDEO: Police say shooting deaths include both students and staff at Sandy Hook Elementary. Connecticut Elementary School
Weekend Box Office: 'The Hobbit' Opens To Record-Breaking Friday
Japanese voters are casting ballots Sunday in parliamentary elections that analysts say could return once-dominant conservatives to power after three years of center-left rule. Pre-election polling by major Japanese newspapers show the conservativeThe polls have closed in the first round of voting in a referendum on Egypt's controversial new constitution. Half of Egypt's eligible voters cast ballots Saturday for the draft constitution that has sparked weeks of violence and protests.
Adam Lanza, Not Ryan, IDed as Suspected Gunman
After being identified by media outlets as the alleged killer in the massacre at Sandy Hook Elementary in Newton, Conn., Ryan Lanza took to Facebook to deny the reports.Following reports that the Connecticut mass shooting suspect was named Ryan Lanza, many media outlets linked to the Facebook account of a Ryan Lanza from Newtown, Conn. The account has since been taken down.Shortly after aurhorities identified the shooter in the Newtown, Conn., elementary school massacre as Ryan Lanza, media
School shooting triggers 'mind battle' for Columbine victims
Even as Friday's shooting at Sandy Hook Elementary in Newtown, Conn., suggests that more could be done, the whole culture of school security has undergone a revolution since the 1999 Columbine school shooting, experts say. "Schools are far more(Newser) – With 27 believed dead, NBC News puts today's horrific Connecticut school shooting in the context of others our country has weathered, and it's as devastating as it seems: It's worse than Columbine. The Sandy Hook
Children at School Were All Shot Multiple Times
Manchester United stayed in control of the Premier League by beating Sunderland, 3-1, in England on Saturday, keeping Manchester City at arm's length after the defending champions' impressive win at Newcastle by the same score.Brad DeLong is exasperated with people who insist that the Fed's modest moves toward more support for the economy are “risky”, but can't explain why in any intelligible fashion. I agree. I also agree with Brad that the startingThe day before a
Obama remains committed to assault weapons ban, White House says
Read conservative news, blogs and opinion about Barack Obama, Gitmo, Guantanamo, Resolution and War from The Weekly Standard, the must read magazine available in online edition.Obama had addressed the shooting Friday, tearing up as he offered condolences to the families of the children who "had their entire lives ahead of them, birthdays, graduations, weddings, kids of their own." He delivered his remarks in the James SWatch CNN's LIVE TV coverage of the Connecticut elementary
Friday, 14 December 2012
Adam Lanza, Not Ryan, IDed as Suspected Gunman
Hordes of reporters have descended on the home of Ryan Lanza in New Jersey, hoping to speak to members of his family after the horrific school shooting in Connecticut this morning -- but there's one problem it's the wrong Ryan. Ryan's motherA law enforcement identified the suspected shooter as Ryan Lanza, who was in his 20s. Police have recovered two weapons from the suspect, a Glock and a Sig Sauer, the source said. It's unclear if police killed the suspect.Earlier this
Levchin Hopes Being Bought by Yahoo Can be 'Cool' Again
News offers dozens of RSS feeds you can read in My Yahoo! or using third-party RSS news reader software. Click here to find out more about RSS and how you can use it with Yahoo! News. Breakout. Add to My Yahoo!NEW YORK (AP) -- The New York Yankees were hit with an $18.9 million luxury tax by Major League Baseball, the 10th consecutive year they will pay a penalty for their spending. The team finished with a $222.5 million payroll for purposes of the tax,BERKELEY, Calif. (AP) -- Louisiana Tech
Stephen Colbert Debuts Breaking Abbey: Downton Abbey Goes Breaking Bad!
Permalink: http://www.breakingnews.com/item/ahZzfmJyZWFraW5nbmV3cy13d3ctaHJkcg0LEgRTZWVkGKX72gsM/2012/12/15/update-official-says-police-have-talked-to-girlfriend-of-one-of-the-l; Shortened permalink:MOSCOW -- The Russian Swimming Federation says national team member Ksenia Moskvina has been suspended for one year for violating anti-doping's whereabouts rule. The federation said in a statement on Friday that Moskvina has repeatedly failed toMOSCOW -- The Russian Swimming Federation says
POLL: What Did You Think of Kanye West's Leather Skirt at the Hurricane Sandy ...
From Kanye West To Kristen Stewart, The Best Celebrity Quotes Of 2012. Whether they're telling us way to much information, taking fights public or just plain weird some celebs say the craziest things.Former Warner Music Group chief Lyor Cohen is now Kanye West's close adviser. We hear that Cohen, who left Warner Music in September, has been advising West on his music deals, including an upcoming tour. "He's 100 percent in Kanye's camp," said aLast night's
Obama: 'Our hearts are broken' for families of Connecticut shooting victims
Video of a conservative prankster being punched in the face in Michigan was edited to remove footage showing that the man who threw the punch had been knocked to the ground moments earlier.The morning show hosts discussed Amb. Susan Rice withdrawing her name for consideration for secretary of state on Thursday. After the news broke, MSNBC host Andrea Mitchell garnered a lot of attention when she commented that Rice's withdrawal willDEVELOPING: Authorities say at least 26 people, including
Shooting spree at Conn. elementary school leaves 27 dead - USA Today
IPO leaps 47%. Matt Krantz, USA TODAY6:53p.m. EST December 13, 2012. CommentsShare. solarcity rive. Lyndon Rive, CEO of SolarCity, poses with solar panels atop his Belmont, Calif., home in this file photo. (Photo: Noah Berger for USA TODAY)The partnership was innovative because it asked all Facebook members to vote on ads, instead of just a panel of a handful of people selected by USA Today. And it brought the power of social media to an inherently socialto Monday. Associated Press2:03p.m. EST
Thursday, 13 December 2012
What unemployment? Here's where life in Europe isn't so bad.
Smack in the middle of the holiday season, here's something that underscores how generous many Americans are: "64.3 million Americans (more than one in four adults) volunteered through a formal organization last year, an increase of 1.5 million fromIt seem like iPhone users have been obsessing over the possible arrival of an iOS version of Google Maps for about a century now. Actually, it's been less than three months. Before that, we had the iOS 5 version of Maps, an app –with
What unemployment? Here's where life in Europe isn't so bad.
Hopefully here I'll get that one big ol' gust of wind to push it that extra five feet and I'll be doing cartwheels around the bases.” E-mail Jim Salisbury at jsalisbury@comcastsportsnet.com. Tags: mlb, Shane Victorino, Ruben Amaro, philadelphia(Video link) So, it did happen, and it rocked! At last night's 12-12-12 Concert for Sandy Relief, Sir Paul McCartney performed with Nirvana last night, backed up by Dave Grohl, Krist Novoselic, and Pat Smear. It was just asNow
What unemployment? Here's where life in Europe isn't so bad.
The comedian has never carried a movie or anchored a sitcom—but his iconic oddball characters endure in the American pantheon of funnies, says David Kamp.When the words “jobs” and “Europe” are in the same sentence these days, it's usually not good news. Unemployment in the euro zone hit a record high last month, with 11.4 percent, or 18.2 million people, out of work. More than half of younger workers inSmack in the middle of the holiday season, here's something that
What unemployment? Here's where life in Europe isn't so bad.
Rest easy, here is your new CBA. December, 13, 2012. Dec 13. 3:45. PM ET. By Scott Burnside | ESPN.com. Recommend0 · Tweet0 · Comments0 · Email · Print. We keep saying the two sides are close. Many players, agents, governors, coaches, lawyers andWhen the words “jobs” and “Europe” are in the same sentence these days, it's usually not good news. Unemployment in the euro zone hit a record high last month, with 11.4 percent, or 18.2 million people, out of
What unemployment? Here's where life in Europe isn't so bad.
Rest easy, here is your new CBA. December, 13, 2012. Dec 13. 3:45. PM ET. By Scott Burnside | ESPN.com. Recommend0 · Tweet0 · Comments0 · Email · Print. We keep saying the two sides are close. Many players, agents, governors, coaches, lawyers and(Video link) So, it did happen, and it rocked! At last night's 12-12-12 Concert for Sandy Relief, Sir Paul McCartney performed with Nirvana last night, backed up by Dave Grohl, Krist Novoselic, and Pat Smear. It was just
What unemployment? Here's where life in Europe isn't so bad.
Rest easy, here is your new CBA. December, 13, 2012. Dec 13. 3:45. PM ET. By Scott Burnside | ESPN.com. Recommend0 · Tweet0 · Comments0 · Email · Print. We keep saying the two sides are close. Many players, agents, governors, coaches, lawyers andSmack in the middle of the holiday season, here's something that underscores how generous many Americans are: "64.3 million Americans (more than one in four adults) volunteered through a formal organization last
Wednesday, 12 December 2012
Google Pays Tribute to Ada Lovelace
Today on Google is a special logo, aka Google Doodle, for Ada Lovelace. Ada Lovelace was born 197 years ago today and invented the first algorithm or c."The World's First Computer Programmer," "The Enchantress Of Numbers," "The Founder of Scientific Computing" -- these are just a few monikers for Augusta Ada King nee Byron, Countess of Lovelace, the woman celebratedAda Lovelace is honored today by Google for her contribution to computer science. She is
"12-12-12" Sandy benefit kicks off with Bruce Springsteen
p big events of this day 12/12/12 is the sandy relief concert. there are other occasions happening to mark this remarkable date. they're all driven by superstiti superstition, numerology, planetary alignment , even romance. here's andrea canning12-12-12: The Concert for Sandy Relief kicks off at 7:30 p.m. EST tonight with a star-packed lineup ndash; Bon Jovi, Eric Clapton, Dave Grohl, Billy J.It's the century's last sequential date. For some, it represents luck.Music filled
Patriots' Tom Brady familiar with role 49ers' Colin Kaepernick playing
SANTA CLARA– The uncertain status of starting wide receiver Mario Manningham for the New England Patriots game brings about the prospect of the 49ers relying upon Randy Moss more than ever. The timing couldn't have worked out any better in terms ofCheck out what the 'experts' are saying about the Patriots after Week 14.Check out what the 'experts' are saying about the Patriots after Week 14.The reigning AFC champion New England Patriots are dominating the fan voting
'Man of Steel' trailer shows a majestic Superman
The first full-length trailer for “Man of Steel” — the latest attempt to make Superman relevant to moviegoers again — has arrived online. And it does something that one would not expect from a Clark Kent blockbuster directed by Zack Snyder: It callsFinally! Since the first teaser dropped this past July, this is what comic book fans and move buffs have been waiting for. The first full-length trailer for Zach Snyder's reimagining of Superman, Man of Steel, just went live and itThe
RG3 coy on playing Sunday for Washington Redskins
For the majority of the season, I have admonished fantasy enthusiasts for having too many good quarterbacks. Trade one! I often decried. They can't score fantasy points for you from the bench. The expression I search for rightASHBURN, Va. -- Robert Griffin III high-stepped and moved laterally with barely a hitch as he stretched with his Washington Redskins teammates, then looked a little gimpy during throwing drills during the first part of practice.ASHBURN, Va. -- All the medical terms
Patriots' Tom Brady familiar with role 49ers' Colin Kaepernick playing
The reigning AFC champion New England Patriots are dominating the fan voting from the division. They have two of the top-seven players overall in quarterback Tom Brady and tight end Rob Gronkowski. Fans also have three New England players voted inThe New England Patriots destroyed the Houston Texans Monday night to stake their claim as the AFC's best.McDonald didn't stick around to see the end of New England's impressive 42-14 victory over the Houston Texans on “Monday Night
Tuesday, 11 December 2012
Packers winning methodically
GREEN BAY — Although the Bears have failed repeatedly to hold down the Packers, the rest of the league believes the Bears know how to do it. So this season, almost every Packers opponent has borrowed the Cover-2 pages from the Bears' playbook.My apologies if you're tired of this, but in this case it's true: the Green Bay Packers are the NFC's best team, not the Atlanta Falcons. In Week 14, we got to see one of the biggest upsets of the year as Atlanta lost to Cam Newton
Telemundo shifts focus in effort to boost share
A consumer-focused, off-air marketing campaign kicks off with network executives ringing the NASDAQ opening bell and goes on to include a takeover of Times Square; an impromptu flash mob of dancers performing in the street; the set up of a studio inFor some reason, every Spanish-language network seems to want the same thing for Christmas: a rethink.Telemundo interviewed two-time NASCAR iRacing.com Series World Championship winner Ray Alfalla at the 2012 NASCAR Sprint Cup season finale at
Owner of plane carrying Jenni Rivera linked to troubled businessman
Loading Jenni Rivera, I Love Jenni, Chiuis Marin Robson Muzel/mun2. The tragic death of legendary performer Jenni Rivera rocked the entertainment world earlier this week, leading her projects in development to come to a halt, or continue on without her.Jenni Rivera Killed in Mysterious Plane Crash. Superstar beloved on both sides of the U.S.-Mexican border flew in a 4-decade-old plane. 02:20 | 12/11/2012. Share: 0 · Comment on this video. ABC News Live. Breaking news video as it happens,
Green Bay Packers: Charles Woodson, Clay Matthews may return this week
The Detroit Lions are up 14-10 on the Green Bay Packers at halftime.Green Bay Packers RB Ryan Grant practices: Dec. 5,: Green Bay Packers running back Ryan Grant (25) goes through passing drills during practIce at Clarke Hinkle Field after signing with the team early Wednesday, Dec. 5, 2012.Among the stockpile of injuries the Green Bay Packers have been forced to deal with this season, the forgotten man was cornerback Sam Shields. It was always Greg Jennings, Clay Matthews and Charles Woodson
Facebook Goes Down -- Hours After Gmail Outage -- Sets Off Panic, Delight ...
A St. Charles Parish woman enlists the help of her Facebook family to track down a suspect in a yard sale wallet snatching. Niki Short was closing up shop on her Saturday garage sale when one last customer stopped in to take a look. "I was like sure goSo the title is pretty self-explanatory, I was actually using it at the time to message my sister so don't call me sad or anything :coffee3zn8: Please feel free to laugh at stupid tweets and/or discuss the cultural and informationalFor a
Johnny Manziel presents David Letterman's Top 10 list (VIDEO)
Texas A&M quarterback Johnny Manziel became the first freshman to win the Heisman Trophy, taking college football's top individual prize Saturday night after a record-breaking debut. Notre Dame linebacker Manti Te'o finished a distant second and KansasTexas A&M Heisman Trophy winner Johnny Manziel was the first-team quarterback. Wisconsin running back Montee Ball and Georgia linebacker Jarvis Jones also became two-time All-Americans. Nine Southeastern Conference players made
Monday, 10 December 2012
Husband of Kate's Late Nurse Writes About 'Tragic Loss'
two Australian DJs who prank called King Edward VII Hospital and pretended to be Queen Elizabeth II asking for Kate Middleton, have spoken out publicly for the first time since the receptionist who answered the call, Jacintha Saldanha, committedBy Radar Staff Jacintha Saldanha, the nurse found dead Friday following a phone prank from two Australian radio personalities that received worldwide attention, was a "proper and righteous person" who "would have wouldThe husband of
Marquez in fight against swirling doping rumors
the long-running rivalry between Pacquiao and Juan Manuel Marquez, a crafty Mexican veteran, was compelling precisely because it wasn't definitive. They fought to a draw in 2004, and then had two rematches, in 2008 andthe long-running rivalry between Pacquiao and Juan Manuel Marquez, a crafty Mexican veteran, was compelling precisely because it wasn't definitive. They fought to a draw in 2004, and then had two rematches, in 2008 andthe long-running rivalry between Pacquiao and Juan
Army-Navy game: Midshipmen overcome late deficit to overtake Black Knights ...
Army is a disappointing 2-9 this season, but a rivalry win on Saturday would give the Black Knights their first Commander-in-Chief's Trophy in 16 years.The key factor in the game was the Warrior's height advantage of which they took maximum advantage. Army-Navy out rebounded the Bulldogs 42-24 and limited the Bulldogs to just nine offensive rebounds as the Warriors grabbed 21 rebounds after missedThe Army Black Knights and the Navy Midshipmen will square off in Philadelphia for the
Johnny Manziel's great year continues with a model girlfriend
Aggies fans celebrate after the announcement of Texas A&M quarterback Johnny Manziel winning the Heisman Trophy, during a watch party held at the Association of Former Students building on the campus of Texas A&M University in College Station onTexas A&M quarterback Johnny Manziel displays his trophy for the Davey O'Brien Award after being named the nation's best quarterback at the Home Depot College Football Awards in Lake Buena Vista, Fla., Thursday, Dec.George
Mild sprain has Redskins' RG3 uncertain for Sunday
For the majority of the season, I have admonished fantasy enthusiasts for having too many good quarterbacks. Trade one! I often decried. They can't score fantasy points for you from the bench. The expression I search for rightFor the majority of the season, I have admonished fantasy enthusiasts for having too many good quarterbacks. Trade one! I often decried. They can't score fantasy points for you from the bench. The expression I search for rightLANDOVER, Md. — With the Washington
How Marquez Stopped Pacquiao
It has long been said that you can't be a part-time boxer and still be successful at the highest levels of the sport. Manny Pacquiao has to ask himself: Is it worth continuing on now, with a great post-boxing life waiting?Watching Manny Pacquiao, boxing's greatest star since Mike Tyson, fall so far has been heartbreaking for boxing fans, but Saturday night's performance left no questions regarding his future. The former star no longer has the ability to compete with theLAS VEGAS
Sunday, 9 December 2012
Redskins vs. Ravens: Robert Griffin III injured, but Washington wins in OT ...
out for Ravens. Updated: December 9, 2012, 3:38 PM ET. ESPN.com news services. Recommend0 · Tweet0 · Comments0 · Email · Print · Baltimore Ravens linebacker Terrell Suggs, who has a torn biceps, is out Sunday against the Washington Redskins.Robert Griffin III left suffered a knee injury on a hit from Haloti Ngata late in the fourth quarter of a Week 14 win over the Ravens.The Washington Redskins' post-bye week surge and quest for the playoffs continued
Redskins vs. Ravens: Robert Griffin III injured, but Washington wins in OT ...
Redskins quarterback Robert Griffin III said that he didn't think he suffered a torn ACL during his team's win over the Ravens, but has yet to have an MRI on his right knee.By virtue of tiebreakers, the Redskins are in pretty good shape in the NFC playoff race after rallying to beat the Ravens on Sunday. However, Washington still needs losses by the Giants and/or Seahawks.out for Ravens. Updated: December 9, 2012, 3:38 PM ET. ESPN.com news services. Recommend0 · Tweet0 ·
Obama attending Psy performance despite 'Dear American' flak
He has the most-watched YouTube video of all-time, an international phenomenon of a mega-hit in Gangnam Style, has made appearances on nearly every American morning talk show under the sun from Today to Ellen, andWhile PSY is hugely popular for “Gangnam Style,” he likely won't be singing anti-U.S. lyrics anytime soon. He has apologized for songs he did long ago. Photo: Christopher Polk / 2012 Getty Images. While PSY is hugely popular for “Gangnam Style,†heWASHINGTON — An
City marks 71st anniversary of Pearl Harbor attack
The USS Michael Murphy, a recently christened ship named after a Pearl Harbor-based Navy SEAL killed in Afghanistan, sounded its ship's whistle Friday to start a moment of silence at 7:55 a.m., marking the exact time the bombing began in 1941.World War II veteran Jimmy Nestor says a few words alongside U.S. Marine Corps League of Stamford Commandant Pat Battinelli during the Pearl Harbor Remembered at the Springdale monument on Hope Street in Stamford on Sunday, Dec. 9, 2012.World War II
UFC's Yves Edwards: Addicted to fighting, and trying to make it last
Every time a UFC fight card comes to an end there a handful of moments that capture the imagination of fight fans. Sometimes those moments are memorable for good reasons, like say delivering a dominant performance in a title bout. Sometimes thoseWhile the UFC aired four very good fights on Fox, Pacquiao and Marquez put on a bout for the ages. While the PPV numbers won't match the 3 million + viewers who tuned in to watch the UFC for free, the post-fight attention is overwhelmingly
'Thursday Night Football' Broadcast of the Broncos-Raiders Game Watched by ...
Tonight, the Denver Broncos take on the Oakland Raiders for Thursday Night Football. Browns fans should be quite familiar with the Raiders, considering we just played them this past Sunday. Who doesn't enjoy watchingTalk Broncos vs. Raiders with us. Here is something crazy- Carson Palmer has more passing yards this season than Peyton Manning. I would have never guessed that. Use this thread to discuss the game. Share on FacebookNFL Network's Thursday Night Football broadcast of the
Saturday, 8 December 2012
Fehr maintains NHL, players were close to deal
Adam Proteau shares the latest news on the NHL lockout with Bob Pompeani.By By IRA PODELL, AP Sports Writer – 4 minutes ago. NEW YORK (AP) — The next set of NHL labor negotiations were expected to get going later Thursday, but internal conversations by the players kept the sides apart by mid-afternoon. Owners and players3:21 p.m. | Updated The hard work of hammering out a settlement to the N.H.L. lockout resumed on its 82nd day Thursday morning, as players reconvened to consider the
NY Post Subway Death Photo: A Real-World Final Exam
The freelance photographer who took the pictures, R. Umar Abbasi, defended his actions in an interview. “I'm being unfairly beaten up in the press,” he said at his apartment in Greenwich Village on Tuesday, before leading aEvery once in a while a journalism ethics question actually engages the public, and so it was with the brutally documented death of Ki-Suck Han.The cover of The New York Post shows a vivid image of a man just before he was struck by a subway train. City Room asks:
Why did nurse at Kate Middleton's hospital kill herself?
Every Thousand Generations, a Perfect Child Is Born: Whether the first offspring of Prince William and Kate Middleton will be that golden child, we'll have to wait and see. But until then, we can only dream about the poshly attired adorableness thatA nurse at a London hospital, caught up in a telephone hoax by two Australian radio D.J.'s pretending to be the Queen Elizabeth II and Prince Charles to get details on a pregnant Kate Middleton's condition, was found deadWhen Kate
Will tonight mark end of X Factor?
Cheryl Cole says she signed a VERY lucrative deal to be a judge on "X Factor" back in 2011 and even though producers fired her ass before Season 1…MANCHESTER CITY hope to have the X Factor in tomorrow's derby.The remaining X Factor contestants were treated to a brief respite from the stresses of competition on Thursday, when they attended a post-taping party at L.A.'s Mixology hosted by Sony X Headphones.Critics were queueing up to pronounce The X Factor terminally ill
X Factor 2012: Rita Ora takes to the stage at X Factor final for the first ...
Reality star sibling Rob Kardashian is a single man after breaking up with a woman -- rumored to be singer Rita Ora -- who he claims cheated on him with 20 different men.Rob Kardashian is not done tweeting about his recent breakup, presumably from British singer Rita Ora. After posting and deleting a string of angry tweets about a woman who cheated on him with 20 men, Kardashian took toAmid allegations that she cheated on Rob Kardashian, the British pop star opens up about her split with
Katt Williams Arrested Again
Just like Michael Jordan, Jay-Z, Evander Holyfield and Brett Favre comedian Katt Williams is officially UNRETIRING just four days after retiring.…Just like Michael Jordan, Jay-Z, Evander Holyfield and Brett Favre comedian Katt Williams is officially UNRETIRING just four days after retiring.…Katt Williams has been arrested again! And this time it's forIt seems roles have reversed as Micah "Katt" Williams' legal woes are now chasing him. The comedian is likely not
Friday, 7 December 2012
Cotto vs. Trout drew 1.4 million viewers on Showtime
Everyone that either witnessed or observe the fight between Miguel Cotto and WBA junior middleweight champion Austin Trout were obviously in for a surprise.That changed with the Showtime match against Cotto. Where his previously televised match had little promotion before the fight, Showtime's “All Access” featured the lives and training of the two opponents – Cotto in New York and Trout in Las Cruces andThat changed with the Showtime match against Cotto. Where his previously
Police videos show Chiefs' Jovan Belcher hours before his death
With NBC sports anchor Bob Costas's recent commentary on gun control, the murder-suicide of Kansas City Chiefs linebacker Jovan Belcher and his girlfriend Kasandra Perkins has remained the center of the revived debatePioli initially had no idea why Jovan Belcher was at the team's practice facility Saturday morning, but then Pioli saw Belcher had a handgun. Just minutes earlier Belcher, a fourth-year linebacker, had killed his girlfriend, 22-year-old KasandraWith NBC sports anchor Bob
Nurse Who Took Prank Call About Pregnant Princess Is Found Dead
8:30 AM PT -- Law enforcement sources tell us cops are NOT planning on conducting a criminal investigation into the death at this point and…The prank phone call to Kate Middleton's hospital room may have started as an innocent radio prank, but now that a nurse has killed herself -- the…The prank phone call to Kate Middleton's hospital room may have started as an innocent radio prank, but now that a nurse has killed herself -- the…In a sad and shocking twist, the nurse who
Stats & Info: DeMarco Murray makes Tony Romo better
Though plans are far from finalized, several high-ranking college football officials say they expect Dallas' Cowboys Stadium (Cotton Bowl) to host the first championship game of the four-team playoff two seasons from now. At the least, Dallas isIRVING – In the last two games, Rob Ryan's defense has been torched by two quarterbacks and a pair of running backs who have one thing in common: They're all rookies. Washington's Robert Griffin III and Philadelphia'sThough
5 Best Bowl Games For The Buck
Caption: Tulsa quarterback Cody Green (7) gets past SMU defensive back Hayden Greenbauer (22) for a 57-yard run during the fourth quarter of an NCAA football game between SMU and Tulsa on Saturday, Nov. 24, 2012, in Dallas. SMU won the gameWe've determined the ENTERTAINMENT FACTOR for each 2012-2013 bowl game. Below are picks and TV schedule information for every college football game left this year.Caption: Tulsa quarterback Cody Green (7) gets past SMU defensive back Hayden Greenbauer
Greg McElroy: Jets Debut Was 'Spur Of The Moment' Decision
Greg McElroy has saved the day for the New York Jets! Well, at least he saved one day for the team, and that day was Sunday. The second-year quarterback did two very important things for Jets fans in his first NFL appearance. He replaced starting QBMcElroy finished the day with one touchdown, completed 71 percent of his passes and did not have the last name "Sanchez." Your player of the game: so it is written, so it shall come to pass.By BEN SHPIGEL. Published: December 3, 2012.
Thursday, 6 December 2012
Rita Ora + Rob Kardashian Break Up
Reality star sibling Rob Kardashian is a single man after breaking up with a woman -- rumored to be singer Rita Ora -- who he claims cheated on him with 20 different men. "She cheated on me with nearly 20 dudes while we were together, I wonder how manyAfter Rob Kardashian put his ex-girlfriend Rita Ora on blast for allegedly cheating with over 20 men while they were together, Rita's side of the story is now out. Check out her Glamour magazine spread and what she had toRob Kardashian
Charlie Batch Totally Embarrassed After Almost Losing To Joe Flacco
Charlie Batch hit all eight of his final throws, leading the Steelers to 10 straight fourth quarter points ind defeating the Ravens in Week 13.PITTSBURGH—Steelers third-string quarterback Charlie Batch told reporters Wednesday that he still felt completely humiliated by the shame of nearly losing to Baltimore Ravens quarterback Joe Flacco in week 13. “Oh my God, I can't believe that I had toBALTIMORE – His has been the uncertain life for so long that after 15 years Charlie Batch
Cotto vs. Trout drew 1.4 million viewers on Showtime
4, 2012)-Saturday night's SHOWTIME CHAMPIONSHIP BOXING telecast of Miguel Cotto vs. Austin Trout on SHOWTIME® earned record viewership for boxing on the premium network in two categories. The three-fight telecast drew an average audience ofAnalyze Cotto and Trout.. Cotto, since moving up from welterweight(coming off of his destruction at the hands of Manny Pacquiao!) fighting fighters such as Yuri Foreman, Ricardo Mayorga, and a restructured Antonio Margarito. This was a simple case of
Greg McElroy like Tom Brady, ex-New York Jet says
The Greg McElroy Era Begins! By Will Leitch. Greg McElroy #14 of the New York Jets celebrates with Konrad Reuland #87 after Superstar! Back at the beginning of the season, when we were putting together our big MarkGreg McElroy like Tom Brady, ex-New York Jet says. By Marc Sessler; Around the League Writer; Published: Dec. 6, 2012 at 08:19 a.m.; Updated: Dec. 6, 2012 at 04:49 p.m.. Friend(s) Email Your Email Send Email. By Marc Sessler. Giants' Umenyiora isn't40 JETS ORR PERLMAN.JPG
Mailbag: Post-SEC championship version
Brought to you by. SEC on CBS logo.jpg. BIRMINGHAM, Alabama -- Alabama's dramatic SEC Championship Game victory over Georgia produced a 9.8 rating with 16.2 million viewers, giving CBS the most-watched college football game this season so far.ATLANTA — Alabama got a hand on the ball, which wobbled into the arms of a Georgia receiver who wasn't supposed to catch it. Before the Bulldogs could get off another play, the clock ran out.For the last six years, the BCS national champion has
Sam's Club Reinstates Oversold Black Friday Orders, Makes Up To Sad ...
Sam's Club has the green light to build its third store in Wichita after the Wichita City Council on Tuesday approved zoning changes for an area in northwest Wichita. On a 6-1 vote, the council agreed to change zoning for the northeast corner of 29thPEARLAND, Texas – Two employees leaving their jobs at a Sam's Club in Pearland were assaulted and robbed late Wednesday, police said. It happened around 9:45 p.m. at the Sam's Club store on Highway 288 at Discovery Bay. Demerris
Wednesday, 5 December 2012
Blake Shelton Talks 'The Voice' and Christmas Special Backlash
From the opening moments of 'Blake Shelton's Not So Family Christmas Special' to the final credits, the popular country crooner kept viewers laughing. And.Singer Blake Shelton would do anything to beat fellow “Voice” coach CeeLo Green this season. He told “Extra's” Terri Seymour, “Remember when he wore on the Grammys…I will wear that on…Singer Blake Shelton would do anything to beat fellow “Voice” coach CeeLo Green this season. He told “Extra's”
Former goalkeeper Miguel Calero dies at 41
Miguel Calero has been pronounced brain dead in a Mexico City hospital after days of treatment. The former goalkeeper does not have long to live. Dec 3, 2012 11:18:00 PM. Comments. debut Miguel Calero -. Miguel Calero is brain dead.Miguel Calero has been pronounced brain dead in a Mexico City hospital after days of treatment. The former goalkeeper does not have long to live. Dec 3, 2012 11:18:00 PM. Comments. debut Miguel Calero -. Miguel Calero is brain dead.The great Miguel Angel Calero
Utah to hang Rick Majerus sweater
(CNN) -- Longtime men's college basketball coach Rick Majerus, who led Utah to the NCAA final in 1998, died Saturday from heart problems. He was 64. Majerus recently left Saint Louis University, where he had coached for the past five years, for healthRick Majerus, the basketball coach who took the University of Utah to the 1998 national championship game, died Saturday in Los Angeles at age 64 while awaiting a heart transplant, according to his longtime friend,Rick Majerus' death the
Former goalkeeper Miguel Calero dies at 41
The Columbian goalkeeper passed away yesterday in Mexico City, it was announced at a public conference."Miguel Calero will always be present in the history of our football and the Colombian national teams thanks to his immense achievements on the field and his undeniable human qualities, which made a mark on all the people who shared moments of his lifeFormer Colombian international Miguel Calero is brain dead. Miguel Calero has been pronounced brain dead in a Mexico City hospital after
Robert Griffin III On Redskins' Win
The rivalry between the Washington Redskins and Baltimore Ravens is one built more for the fans than the players.After the Redskins edged the Giants 17-16 in a pivotal NFC East game on Monday night, Washington owner Daniel Snyder was reportedly overheard expressing his hatred for the defending Super Bowl champions. As the media was allowed into the RedskinsThere were enough Redskins at Verizon Center last night to court a starting lineup. If Redskins players at Wizards games weren't
Katt Williams, amid rocky tour, says he's quitting stand-up comedy
Katt Williams continues to make the news, this time causing an employee to be fired from his job at Target after Williams slapped him across the face, according to TMZ. That's right; even though the man was attacked, he was fired from his job. TheThat's what it felt like trying to weed through all the comments of the repeatedly shared video of Katt Williams announcing his retirement from stand-up comedy today. Most of the comments were about how “old” and “horrible” he looks.
Tuesday, 4 December 2012
Here's a nice winter meetings tie-in: Billy Butler of the Royals wins Edgar ...
As I previously reported, the Yahoo homepage — which is a mix of mobile-friendly online styles from Microsoft's Windows 8 to Flipboard to Pinterest — is close to its official launch, perhaps as early as this week, according toThe NHL lockout could be over. Hockey fans have yearned so badly to hear those words for the last few months that we're willing to claw onto any news, from any source, that might indicate peace had been reached in the labor wars. On Monday, SteveIf
Here's a nice winter meetings tie-in: Billy Butler of the Royals wins Edgar ...
I don't watch Extreme Home Makeover, because I cry really, really easily and I never have enough tissues to handle the end when a family in need gets a house they deserve. But it's a shame I missed this past Sunday'sAdam Levine is slamming the TLC show "Here Comes Honey Boo Boo," calling it "the decay of Western civilization." "The Voice" coach and Maroon 5 frontman is disgusted by the show, he told GQ magazine in its December issue. Levine said,
Here are 5 uncool things about the Brooklyn Nets
Rangers beat writer Evan Grant answered questions in a chat Tuesday. Here are some highlights. Jayson Will the Rangers go 5 years on Josh? Evan Grant: Ultimately, I think that is what gets the deal done. I'd bet Rangers offer four with a fifth yearYou're watching Forget Speed Dating, Here's Speed Coaching for Businesses. Advertisement. Details. Description. FOXBusiness.com's Kate Rogers on Samuel Adams brewing the American Dream Fund, and its speed coaching programs for
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