Mourinho v Zlatan: The egos have landed
It could be billed as the billionaires’ derby. A clash between Chelsea and Paris Saint-Germain on Tuesday signals the business end in this season’s Europe’s money-spinning Champions League competition has…
‘Fifty Shades Of Grey’ Isn’t A Movie About BDSM, And That’s A Problem
Like its source material, the “Fifty Shades of Grey” movie is a phenomenon. Sam Taylor-Johnson’s much-derided adaptation of E.L. James’ more-derided novel broke all kinds of box-office records over the…
Aid To Needy Often Excludes The Poorest In America – NYTimes.com
www.nytimes.com: The safety net helped keep Camille Saunders from falling, but not Charles Constance.
Ben Carson Calls For No Rules In War
Dr. Ben Carson, a potential 2016 GOP presidential candidate, said Monday that the U.S. military needs minimal oversight in order to be successful in its campaign against the Islamic State….
Omar Abdel Hamid El-Hussein, Copenhagen Attack Suspect, Reportedly Just Got Out Of Prison
The slain gunman behind two deadly shooting attacks in Copenhagen was released from jail just two weeks ago and might have become radicalized there last summer, a source close to…
Paul Feig Has A Soft Spot For Leslie Jones & Other Stories From The ‘SNL 40’ Red Carpet
One could argue that “Saturday Night Live’s” 40th anniversary special had almost too many memorable moments for one show, but there were even more if you count the red carpet…
The ‘S.N.L.’ 40th-Anniversary Show: Very Funny, Except When It Wasn’t
Humor, like beauty, doesn’t always last. Chevy Chase and Eddie Murphy proved that. And even the most secure institutions aren’t impregnable, as Jerry Seinfeld’s joke about the disgraced NBC News…
A Look At The Islamic State Group’s Reach Into North Africa
BEIRUT (AP) — The mass beheadings of Egyptian Christians by militants in Libya linked to the Islamic State group have thrown a spotlight on the threat the extremists pose beyond…
‘SNL 40’ Special Draws NBC’s Strongest Ratings Since 2006
Live from New York, it was a night of record-breaking ratings for NBC. The 40th anniversary “Saturday Night Live” event, which clocked in at three-and-a-half hours, became the network’s most-watched…
Before Steve Jobs, An iMac-Like Device ‘Was Of No Interest To Apple’
If it weren’t for Steve Jobs, the iMac may have never come to be. In fact, before the late Jobs became CEO of Apple, the company really wasn’t that interested…
Conan Films First Late-Night Show In Cuba Since Embargo Began
Conan O’Brien made history this weekend, becoming the first host of an American late-night show to film in Cuba since the embargo began. The show will air March 4th. –…
Craig Hicks Indicted In Chapel Hill Shootings
A grand jury on Monday indicted the North Carolina man who allegedly shot and killed three Muslim students, according to WRAL and ABC 11. – Barakat, a dental student at…
The 10 Best Moments From The ‘SNL’ 40th Anniversary Special
Between the slew of nostalgic sketches, heartwarming tributes, homages to beloved characters and surprise celebrity guests, it’s safe to say “Saturday Night Live” outdid itself with it’s 40th anniversary special….
What happens if DHS shuts down?
DHS Secretary Jeh Johnson has said a shutdown would cause a “terrible disruption” for everyday Americans, and the White House is slated this week to ramp up pressure on Congress…
A Recap Of Snowden’s Talk In Hawaii (VIDEO)
www.civilbeat.com: Edward Snowden, the NSA whistleblower on the run, spoke at ACLU Hawaii’s First Amendment Conference live Saturday, via a video link from Moscow, Russia.
Sudden Turbulence On Hawaii-Bound Flight Sends 5 To The Hospital
HONOLULU (AP) — Seven people were injured Saturday on a United Airlines flight after the plane was struck by sudden turbulence, the Hawaii Department of Transportation said. – © 2015…
Homeless Ohio Woman Walked Miles To Face Rapist In Court
A homeless woman who was raped nearly a year ago in Ohio says she sometimes begged for bus money or walked up to 8 miles so she could face her…
Pope Francis Decries ISIS Beheading Of Egyptian Coptic Christians In Libya
(Reuters) – Pope Francis expressed deep sadness for the beheading of 21 Egyptian Coptic Christians in Libya, departing from the script of an address on Monday to emphasize the unity…
New York Fashion Week Street Style: The Best-Dressed Men Show Us How To Wear Layers
These past few days in New York have brought a whole new meaning to “bundle up.” While fearless fashionistas teeter down the icy and salt-filled sidewalks in stilettos and open-toe…
Dog Attacks Would-Be Gas Station Robber
This dog took a bite out of crime. – Authorities ask anyone with information on the robbery to call the Saco Police Department Criminal Investigation Division at 207-282-8216.
Fringe Is One Of The Biggest Trends Filling The New York Fashion Week Runways
Every fashion week we spot trends on the runway that are sure to be huge next season. This week we’ve seen a lot of turtlenecks, serious ’70s vibes and edgy…
Paul McCartney And Taylor Swift Sing ‘Shake It Off’ At ‘SNL 40’ After-Party
After Sunday’s three-and-a-half-hour television special, 40 years’ worth of “Saturday Night Live” dignitaries left 30 Rock and piled into New York City’s Plaza Hotel for an after-party that reportedly stretched…
Westminster Dog Show: A brief history
Facts:Only 3,200 dogs can compete in the show. The show is “benched,” meaning the dogs must be on public display to ticket holders throughout the competition. Dogs are invited to…
Who’s doing what in the coalition battle against ISIS
“Everybody in this coalition contributes what they can, and we’re grateful for all of that,” Pentagon spokesman Rear Adm. John Kirby said in February. Here’s a look at the contributions…
Neil Patrick Harris Takes You Inside The Oscars
www.etonline.com: With the 2015 Academy Awards less than a week away, Neil Patrick Harris is putting the final touches on the ceremony as he prepares to make his debut as…
Teen’s Alleged Slaying Of “Classic Small-Town Family’ Shocks Community
Friends and relatives of a 16-year-old boy killed in a shootout with police in Maryland struggled to understand how the faithful churchgoer and high school ROTC student could end up…
‘SNL 40′ Honors Tracy Morgan In His Absence
www.justjared.com: Tina Fey and Alec Baldwin (announced as Mr. and Mrs. Alec Baldwin) present a touching tribute to their friend and former cast mate Tracy Morgan during the Saturday Night…
As Eurozone Finance Ministers Meet About Greece, Compromise May Be Elusive
BRUSSELS — German and Greek officials traded barbed remarks ahead of a meeting of eurozone finance ministers on Monday, signaling how difficult it may be to resolve the latest crisis…
People With Disabilities Have A Hard Time Finding Jobs, And This Company Is Doing Something About It
A nonprofit movie theater in Connecticut is committed to giving people with physical or developmental disabilities an opportunity to succeed in the workforce. At the Prospector Theater in Ridgefield, 60…
‘Bachelorette’ Star Andi Dorfman Tearfully Talks About Josh Murray Split
Andi Dorfman is finally opening up about her out-of-nowhere split from Josh Murray. – “We were both very aware of the fact that we just didn’t better each other. I…