Arts&Culture
State may seek $19M more from ECOT
- January 24, 2018
Meanwhile, many of ECOT's 12,000 students are seeking new schools after the required oversight entity known as its sponsor suspended ECOT's operations last week. Some supporters hope the school might reopen if it wins its case being heard by the Ohio Supreme Court next month. ECOT argues that officials wrongly changed how they tallied student participation, but the state says ECOT didn't sufficiently document that participation to justify all of its funding. (more...)
- January 24, 2018
Meanwhile, many of ECOT's 12,000 students are seeking new schools after the required oversight entity known as its sponsor suspended ECOT's operations last week. Some supporters hope the school might reopen if it wins its case being heard by the Ohio Supreme Court next month. ECOT argues that officials wrongly changed how they tallied student participation, but the state says ECOT didn't sufficiently document that participation to justify all of its funding. (more...)
Shahid, Deepika & Ranveer thank Akshay for shifting 'Padman' to Feb 9
- January 24, 2018
Deepika Padukone , Ranveer Singh and Shahid Kapoor starrer Padmaavat revolve around the queen Padmini of Chittore, her husband Rawal Ratan Singh and the adversities they face while fighting the tyrant ruler Alauddin Khilji. It is the spectacle of an orchestrated abdication of reason that takes down in its sweep not only rights and civilized proprieties, but also notions of art, history, understanding of life, enjoyment, balance, inclusiveness and tolerance. (more...)
- January 24, 2018
Deepika Padukone , Ranveer Singh and Shahid Kapoor starrer Padmaavat revolve around the queen Padmini of Chittore, her husband Rawal Ratan Singh and the adversities they face while fighting the tyrant ruler Alauddin Khilji. It is the spectacle of an orchestrated abdication of reason that takes down in its sweep not only rights and civilized proprieties, but also notions of art, history, understanding of life, enjoyment, balance, inclusiveness and tolerance. (more...)
Oscar nominees 2018: Snubs, surprises and other knee-jerk reactions
- January 23, 2018
First of all, there was some post-Golden Globes course correction. The Oscar nominees for best animated feature film have been announced by the film academy. Blige: Grammy victor, multi-platinum singer, and-as of Tuesday-double Academy Award nominee and Oscar record breaker. But four black actors were included in the acting categories this year - Daniel Kaluuya for Get Out and Denzel Washington for Roman J. (more...)
- January 23, 2018
First of all, there was some post-Golden Globes course correction. The Oscar nominees for best animated feature film have been announced by the film academy. Blige: Grammy victor, multi-platinum singer, and-as of Tuesday-double Academy Award nominee and Oscar record breaker. But four black actors were included in the acting categories this year - Daniel Kaluuya for Get Out and Denzel Washington for Roman J. (more...)
Teletubbies Tinky Winky actor Simon Shelton dies
- January 23, 2018
A trained ballet dancer and father-of-three, he replaced Dave Thompson who was sacked from the role of Tinky Winky in 1997 after a year. He once said: 'I started my career as a ballet dancer and had just started working as a choreographer. (more...)
- January 23, 2018
A trained ballet dancer and father-of-three, he replaced Dave Thompson who was sacked from the role of Tinky Winky in 1997 after a year. He once said: 'I started my career as a ballet dancer and had just started working as a choreographer. (more...)
Kate Middleton 'planning to give birth AT HOME' as due date nears
- January 23, 2018
Following her recent revelation that she is less sporty since having children , a pregnant Kate Middleton is on a mission to help teachers improve their skills when it comes to talking to children about mental health issues. Explaining the project, Kensington Palace said: 'Teachers and staff play a pivotal role in a young person's life, but they now struggle to find the right resources in order to provide the most effective support for children in their care. (more...)
- January 23, 2018
Following her recent revelation that she is less sporty since having children , a pregnant Kate Middleton is on a mission to help teachers improve their skills when it comes to talking to children about mental health issues. Explaining the project, Kensington Palace said: 'Teachers and staff play a pivotal role in a young person's life, but they now struggle to find the right resources in order to provide the most effective support for children in their care. (more...)
Prepare For Another Royal Wedding! Princess Eugenie Is Engaged
- January 23, 2018
The lake had a special light I'd never seen. Harry and Cressida dated for two years before splitting in 2014. "It was like this flawless moment, we couldn't be happier because we knew it was going to end up this way". Among those sending congratulations to the happy couple was Eugenie's mother Sarah. In another upload, which showed the pair on a boat, she wrote: "They float with laughter and love. (more...)
- January 23, 2018
The lake had a special light I'd never seen. Harry and Cressida dated for two years before splitting in 2014. "It was like this flawless moment, we couldn't be happier because we knew it was going to end up this way". Among those sending congratulations to the happy couple was Eugenie's mother Sarah. In another upload, which showed the pair on a boat, she wrote: "They float with laughter and love. (more...)
As US raises tariffs, India's Modi defends free trade
- January 23, 2018
The Indian Prime Minister will also interact with CEOs of Indian companies separately. He also presented them "exciting opportunities" for global business in India . "Forces of protectionism are raising their heads against globalization", he told a crowd of business and government leaders in the opening address at the World Economic Forum in Davos , Switzerland. (more...)
- January 23, 2018
The Indian Prime Minister will also interact with CEOs of Indian companies separately. He also presented them "exciting opportunities" for global business in India . "Forces of protectionism are raising their heads against globalization", he told a crowd of business and government leaders in the opening address at the World Economic Forum in Davos , Switzerland. (more...)
We Have A 'Talking Stick' To Thank For Ending The Government Shutdown
- January 23, 2018
When Rounds and King appeared on CNN to talk about the short-term bill to reopen the government, Cuomo jokingly grilled them on what they knew about Collins' broken decoration. Upon the outburst, Alexander reportedly tossed the stick "forcefully" in Warner's direction clipping and chipping Collins' glass elephant. It now consists of 25 Republicans, Democrats, and Independent Sen. (more...)
- January 23, 2018
When Rounds and King appeared on CNN to talk about the short-term bill to reopen the government, Cuomo jokingly grilled them on what they knew about Collins' broken decoration. Upon the outburst, Alexander reportedly tossed the stick "forcefully" in Warner's direction clipping and chipping Collins' glass elephant. It now consists of 25 Republicans, Democrats, and Independent Sen. (more...)
Connie Sawyer Dies: Hollywood's Oldest Working Actress Was 105
- January 23, 2018
Then at 18 years old, she got her first Vaudeville show - Tinseltown in Santa Cruz. Among the notable motion pictures she appeared in included 1979's.and justice for all., 1989's When Harry Met Sally ., 2008's Pineapple Express and 1994's Dumb and Dumber , in which her character had a memorable exchange with Jim Carrey's Lloyd Christmas. (more...)
- January 23, 2018
Then at 18 years old, she got her first Vaudeville show - Tinseltown in Santa Cruz. Among the notable motion pictures she appeared in included 1979's.and justice for all., 1989's When Harry Met Sally ., 2008's Pineapple Express and 1994's Dumb and Dumber , in which her character had a memorable exchange with Jim Carrey's Lloyd Christmas. (more...)
Women Made History With Their 2018 Oscar Nominations
- January 23, 2018
It's the 10th film to receive so many nods. The Lady Bird helmer was the only woman nominated in the otherwise all-male field made up of Paul Thomas Anderson ( Phantom Thread ), Guillermo del Toro ( The Shape of Water ), Christopher Nolan ( Dunkirk ) and Jordan Peele ( Get Out ). (more...)
- January 23, 2018
It's the 10th film to receive so many nods. The Lady Bird helmer was the only woman nominated in the otherwise all-male field made up of Paul Thomas Anderson ( Phantom Thread ), Guillermo del Toro ( The Shape of Water ), Christopher Nolan ( Dunkirk ) and Jordan Peele ( Get Out ). (more...)
James Franco Accusers Speak Out on GMA: 'Please Just Apologize'
- January 23, 2018
It lets the conversation about workplace harassment and parity go on without litigating the specifics of Franco's case. His performance was nominated by the Screen Actors Guild and numerous other awards. He was a celebrity that I looked up to". "I have to do that to maintain my well being". "In my life, I pride myself on taking responsibility for things that I've done". (more...)
- January 23, 2018
It lets the conversation about workplace harassment and parity go on without litigating the specifics of Franco's case. His performance was nominated by the Screen Actors Guild and numerous other awards. He was a celebrity that I looked up to". "I have to do that to maintain my well being". "In my life, I pride myself on taking responsibility for things that I've done". (more...)
US Senate votes to end government shutdown
- January 23, 2018
Both senators from Colorado, Republican Cory Gardner and Democrat Michael Bennet, voted yes. Even House minority leader Nancy Pelosi is speaking out against the deal, "I don't see that there's any reason - I'm speaking personally and hearing from my members - to support what was put forth", she said at a press briefing after the deal was passed. (more...)
- January 23, 2018
Both senators from Colorado, Republican Cory Gardner and Democrat Michael Bennet, voted yes. Even House minority leader Nancy Pelosi is speaking out against the deal, "I don't see that there's any reason - I'm speaking personally and hearing from my members - to support what was put forth", she said at a press briefing after the deal was passed. (more...)
Daryl Hall & John Oates to co-headline summer tour with Train
- January 23, 2018
Hall and Oates , the rock band featuring Dutchess County businessman Daryl Hall , will perform at Madison Square Garden on June 14. "This is going to be a tour filled with fun as well as great music", said Daryl Hall. Hall and Oates had such No. 1 hits as "Rich Girl", "I Can't Go for That (No Can Do)" and "Maneater". Hall & Oates are about to make fans' dreams come true by announcing another run of tour dates. (more...)
- January 23, 2018
Hall and Oates , the rock band featuring Dutchess County businessman Daryl Hall , will perform at Madison Square Garden on June 14. "This is going to be a tour filled with fun as well as great music", said Daryl Hall. Hall and Oates had such No. 1 hits as "Rich Girl", "I Can't Go for That (No Can Do)" and "Maneater". Hall & Oates are about to make fans' dreams come true by announcing another run of tour dates. (more...)
After Hawaii Missile Alert Goof, a Password Problem
- January 23, 2018
The alarm came amid several months of bellicose rhetoric between the U.S. and North Korea, including threats to unleash nuclear-tipped missiles upon each other. "And the menu contained no ballistic missile defence false alarm option - which has now been added". "I've been putting that on my phone so that we can access the social media directly", Ige said. (more...)
- January 23, 2018
The alarm came amid several months of bellicose rhetoric between the U.S. and North Korea, including threats to unleash nuclear-tipped missiles upon each other. "And the menu contained no ballistic missile defence false alarm option - which has now been added". "I've been putting that on my phone so that we can access the social media directly", Ige said. (more...)
(XOM) Stake Increased by Lincoln National Corp
- January 23, 2018
About 13.09 million shares traded or 27.70% up from the average. Exxon Mobil Corporation disclosed in a document filed with the US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) that Vice President Wascom Dennis G has sold 2,412 shares of Exxon Mobil Corporation ( XOM ) in trading session dated December 15, 2017. (more...)
- January 23, 2018
About 13.09 million shares traded or 27.70% up from the average. Exxon Mobil Corporation disclosed in a document filed with the US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) that Vice President Wascom Dennis G has sold 2,412 shares of Exxon Mobil Corporation ( XOM ) in trading session dated December 15, 2017. (more...)
New Oscar rules aim to avoid another envelope mix-up
- January 23, 2018
Lets hope things run smoothly this year. The complete and utter s**tshow that occurred past year will be as memorable as the likes of Sacheen Littlefeather rejecting Marlon Brando's Oscars and David Letterman's nuclear fallout from hosting - but it'll never happen again, if PwC has anything to say about. (more...)
- January 23, 2018
Lets hope things run smoothly this year. The complete and utter s**tshow that occurred past year will be as memorable as the likes of Sacheen Littlefeather rejecting Marlon Brando's Oscars and David Letterman's nuclear fallout from hosting - but it'll never happen again, if PwC has anything to say about. (more...)
Ryan Reynolds to produce Cluedo film
- January 23, 2018
Reynolds will executively produce the film and potentially star as well. Reynolds will produce via his shingle, Maximum Effort , as will Allspark Pictures, the producing arm of Hasbro. Deadpool became the highest grossing film for Fox since Avatar , as it's $783 million worldwide gross established itself as the highest grossing R-rated film of all time. (more...)
- January 23, 2018
Reynolds will executively produce the film and potentially star as well. Reynolds will produce via his shingle, Maximum Effort , as will Allspark Pictures, the producing arm of Hasbro. Deadpool became the highest grossing film for Fox since Avatar , as it's $783 million worldwide gross established itself as the highest grossing R-rated film of all time. (more...)
Harden and Paul carry Rockets past Heat
- January 23, 2018
A 3-pointer by Harden tied it at 55 and two possessions later guard Paul hit a jumper in the paint to give the Rockets their first lead. "We're confident because we know if we're doing what we're supposed to do, we're going to beat them". (more...)
- January 23, 2018
A 3-pointer by Harden tied it at 55 and two possessions later guard Paul hit a jumper in the paint to give the Rockets their first lead. "We're confident because we know if we're doing what we're supposed to do, we're going to beat them". (more...)
Big Title Change On The WWE Raw 25th Anniversary Show
- January 23, 2018
Upon returning to Raw from his movie hiatus, The Miz immediately made it clear what his No. 1 priority was. Earlier tonight on the 25th Anniversary Episode of Monday Night Raw, The Miz defeated Roman Reigns to capture his 8th Intercontinental Championship . (more...)
- January 23, 2018
Upon returning to Raw from his movie hiatus, The Miz immediately made it clear what his No. 1 priority was. Earlier tonight on the 25th Anniversary Episode of Monday Night Raw, The Miz defeated Roman Reigns to capture his 8th Intercontinental Championship . (more...)
Tributes pour in for Bra Hugh Masekela
- January 23, 2018
The fourth annual Hugh Masekela Heritage Festival takes place on 4 November at the Elkah Stadium in Soweto, Johannesburg. "I just went into music because I love it", he told FORBES LIFE AFRICA, when he was on the cover in 2014. Masekela married Miriam Makeba in 1964, but the couple divorced in 1966. President Zuma honoured him with the highest order in South Africa: The Order of Ikhamanga, and 2011 saw Masekela received a Lifetime Achievement award at the WOMEX World Music Expo in Copenhagen. (more...)
- January 23, 2018
The fourth annual Hugh Masekela Heritage Festival takes place on 4 November at the Elkah Stadium in Soweto, Johannesburg. "I just went into music because I love it", he told FORBES LIFE AFRICA, when he was on the cover in 2014. Masekela married Miriam Makeba in 1964, but the couple divorced in 1966. President Zuma honoured him with the highest order in South Africa: The Order of Ikhamanga, and 2011 saw Masekela received a Lifetime Achievement award at the WOMEX World Music Expo in Copenhagen. (more...)
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