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Several hundred people in polygamist relationships say they want Utah lawmakers and law enforcement officials to k… . Kody Brown, center, from TV’s reality show “Sister Wives,” marches during a protest at the state Capitol Friday, Feb. 10, 2017, in Salt Lake City.

Love Poems and Other Sayings by Ernest T. Bass

With a sweet cream cheese “frosting” and chopped milk chocolate, this take on red velvet cake will knock the socks off your guests. If you are an Andy Griffith fanatic , you know that no one can throw a rock or recite a declaration of love better than Ernest T. Bass.

American Idol Revival Pondered by NBC

… would air between June and September,” Adalian continued. “‘Idol’ was axed for a reason,” Hibberd wrote for Entertainment Weekly. “The series was expensive due to its ambitious format of nationwide auditions, live results shows, multiple episodes …

Conway Not Uniquely Dishonest While Representing Presidents Administration

CNN has grave concerns about White House senior adviser Kellyanne Conway’s credibility and even refused to have her on its Sunday show recently, apparently to protect viewers from her Jedi mind trick powers. CNN subsequently invited Conway to appear on the network, infuriating a chorus of liberal media critics who insist she must be shunned like a harlot in an Amish colony.

Bannon Sheds Light on Development of Narcissism in American Culture

Perhaps it’s just me, but a few weeks into the Trump presidency, between the tweets, executive orders, attacks and counterattacks, I feel dizzy. So I’ve decided to take a break from the daily barrage and try to find the signal amid the noise: What is the underlying philosophy of this administration? The chief ideologist of the Trump era is surely Stephen Bannon, by many accounts now the second-most powerful man in the government.

The Missing’ Anthology Drama Serves Up a New Mystery in…

The second installment of Starz’s anthology crime series “The Missing” premieres on Sunday, Feb. 12 with a new case focused on a child who’s gone missing. Abigail Hardingham and “The Walking Dead” alum David Morrissey star in the drama’s second season, alongside the only returning player from Season 1, Tchky Karyo, “I came to it as a fan,” Morrissey said in an interview with TheWrap’s Stuart Brazell.

Oscar-Nominated Screenwriters Share Worst Studio Notes: – So…

You might think a screenwriter who gets an Oscar nomination would be exempt from “notes” – the heavy-handed suggestions given by studio executives, producers and sometimes actors in the process of developing and shooting a film. Fox Searchlight execs asked for less math in three-time nominee “Hidden Figures,” screenwriters Allison Schroeder and Theodore Melfi said at the annual Writers Guild of America Beyond Words panel on Thursday.

Macklemore, Imagine Dragons, Skrillex to Headline ACLU Concert

The fundraiser, held April 3 at the Staples Center in L.A., was organized by Russian-born immigrant Zedd in reaction to Trump’s travel ban. Outrage over President Donald Trump’s travel ban has prompted a spring fundraising concert for the American Civil Liberties Union that will feature a diverse lineup, including Macklemore, Imagine Dragons, Incubus, Miguel and Skrillex.

10 best things to do in Las Vegas this weekend

With Valentine’s Day approaching on Tuesday, Las Vegas locals can delve right into the wide-eyed, heart-shaped, lovesick thick of it – or distance themselves with more platonic forms of recreation.Here are your top ten picks what to see, eat and do for the weekend leading up to Valentine’s Day. GRAB A BITE Chubby Cattle is a lot of fun.

David Morrissey on how being a dad colors his ‘The Missing’ role 0:0

David Morrissey, who so memorably played the imperious Governor on AMC’s “The Walking Dead,” returns to television this week in a more sympathetic role in “The Missing.” As grief-stricken parent Sam Webster, Morrissey, who has three children himself with his wife, Esther Freud, plays a range of emotions as the disappearance and return of his daughter Alice fully impact the family.

Families of men killed with Jose Fernandez file lawsuits

The families of the two men who were with Miami Marlins pitcher Jose Fernandez when his boat crashed into a Miami Beach jetty – killing all three – are suing the All-Star’s estate. Attorney Christopher Royer, who is representing the families of 25-year-old Eduardo Rivero and 27-year-old Emilio Jesus Macias, told the Sun Sentinel that Rivero’s claim was filed Friday, and Macias’ will be filed Monday.

Ethics office website chokes under crush of visitors

Comic actor and concerned citizen Seth Rogen has been appealing to the Office of Government Ethics via Twitter. Traffic to the Office of Government Ethics website spiked as a result of complaints about White House Counselor Kellyanne Conway touting Ivanka Trump’s fashions in a live TV interview.

Prince Fielder will star in his own cooking show

Former Brewers first baseman Prince Fielder was forced to walk away from baseball six months ago, after doctors told him he’d never be cleared to play again after undergoing a second spinal fusion surgery. His goodbye press conference was hard to watch, but it looks like Prince is adjusting to life without the game.

The Latest: Manager: Musician meant no harm by gun on plane

In this Feb. 18, 2006 file photo, Rick Derringer performs during a campaign rally kicking off George Wallace Jr’s bid for the office of lieutenant governor in Montgomery, Ala. Prosecutors say Derringer carried a loaded gun in his carry-on bag on a Delta Air Lines flight from Cancun, Mexico, but was stopped after landing in Atlanta.

Miami group to protest Blackstone CEOa s 70th. Will Trump be there?

Miami activists are planning to march on the Palm Beach home of private equity king Stephen A. Schwarzman Saturday night and crash his 70th birthday party. What is the reason? Protestors are anticipating that President Donald Trump , scheduled to arrive in Palm Beach on Friday and who attended Schwarzman’s 60th, will be one of Schwarzman’s 400 guests.

Coen Brothers to Bring Back – Scarface’ in 2018

Universal Pictures announced Friday that they will release a remake of Al Pacino’s classic crime tale “Scarface” on Aug. 10, 2018, filling in a slot previously listed as “Untitled Universal Event Film.” The studio has Joel and Ethan Coen attached to the project to polish the script, which had been previously worked on by “Boardwalk Empire” creator Terence Winter.

Keanu Reeves ‘prudent’ on his bike

The 52-year-old actor has been an avid fan of motorcycles since he was 22, and despite saying he went “very fast” when he was in his youth, the ‘John Wick: Chapter 2’ star admits his older age, coupled with a variety of nasty injuries – including a burst spleen which left him hospitalised for “a week” – has meant he now takes more care when he dons his helmet. He said when asked how fast he rides his motorcycle: “When I was younger I went very fast.

John Legend encouraging infertile couples to try IVF

The 38-year-old singer and his wife Chrissy Teigen conceived their nine-month-old daughter Luna through In-Vitro Fertilisation – where eggs are collected and fertilised in a lab – and the ‘All of Me’ hitmaker has urged other couples who are having “fertility issues” to try the procedure for themselves. He said: “There are some who look down on people that have fertility issues and need to use IVF.

Ciara: I’ve ’embraced’ my insecurities

The 31-year-old singer has admitted that at a younger age she never wanted to be “expressive” because she was “worried” what people might say, but says as she has gotten older she’s come to terms with the “unique things” that make her who she is. She told Glamour magazine: “Flaws are embraced rather than frowned upon.

Alec Baldwin pokes fun at Ivanka Trump for her brand boycott

US President-elect Donald Trump whispers to his daughter Ivanka during a press conference January 11, 2017 at Trump Tower in New York. If there was any more confirmation that Ivanka Trump’s celebrity profile has suffered serious damage, Alec Baldwin took a swipe – albeit gently – at the first daughter’s current predicament involving the product line that bears her name.

Valentinea s Day events, gifts and meals for couples (and singles) in Beaufort County

Whether you celebrate Valentine’s Day with a box of chocolates, a night on the town or even some single self-pampering, local businesses in the area are offering plenty of deals, discounts and fun ideas to help spread the romance. Below is a list of businesses providing different promotions on gifts for your significant other , food and beverages and special date activities.

Rochester arts group to host lecture

Gabriel Ritter, curator of contemporary art at the institute, will deliver the talk, “Here, There and Everywhere: Contemporary Art at MIA.” Ritter is curator of the del Toro exhibition, “At Home with Monsters,” at the institute.

Game Review: Dark Souls gets some deadly competition

“Nioh” borrows heavily from other games that have inspired it, like “Dark Souls” and “Diablo.” Despite the foundation coming from familiar stock, the title manages to differentiate itself with complex combat, a mission system that fosters replayability, and creative customization.

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Qualified participant… )–The 13th Annual Boulder International Film Festival announced its program, which includes 58 films from around the world and three Sundance Film Festival awa… )–Research and Markets has announced the addition of the “Institutional Construction in the UK to 2020: Market Forecast” report to their offering.

Greed should not drive your career goals

Greed should not drive your career goals The principal asked students what kind of car they wanted to drive or whether they want their own boat. Check out this story on ydr.com: http://on-ydr.co/2kX39mX Imagine a world without your automobile mechanic or your dental hygienist.

Khloe Kardashian celebrates dropping Lamar Odom’s last name

Khloe Kardashian has officially dropped Lamar Odom’s last name, and celebrated her new moniker with a few friends and family members. More than two months after finalizing her divorce to the former NBA player, the “Keeping Up With the Kardashians” star decided it was time to update her passport – and her assistants were there to help welcome the name change with a festive cake.

Christine Baranski Wants to Play Betsy DeVos on Saturday Night Live

Melissa McCarthy ‘s sensational guest appearance as White House Press Secretary Sean Spicer on Saturday Night Live — not to mention Alec Baldwin ‘s recurring role as Donald Trump — has inspired other actors to lobby for the chance to play other members of Trump’s administration on the sketch show. Trump’s nemesis Rosie O’Donnell has been pushing hard to play Chief Strategist Steve Bannon , even posting a photo of her face edited onto Bannon’s body, and now The Good Fight ‘s Christine Baranski has volunteered to play recently-confirmed Secretary of Education Betsy DeVos — if SNL would have her.

Real life lovebirds: Billy Davis Jr. and Marilyn McCoo bring their…

The First Couple of Pop and Soul are real life lovebirds, and it’s not just their music that keeps on playing. Billy Davis Jr. and Marilyn McCoo were the voices, original stars and lead singers of the legendary The 5th Dimension until they left the group in 1975.The still “hopelessly in love” duo are at The Orleans Showroom on Saturday and Sunday with their show “Up, Up and Away.”

“Nashville” Recap: “Hurricane”

On Thursday night’s new episode of Nashville on CMT, Rayna Jaymes and Deacon Claybourne struggled to write the songs for the concept album about their relationship. As the two tried to find inspiration both together and by themselves, a reality-TV producer hired by Highway 65 to capture the process instead only complicated it.

Quick Hits: 02.10.17

Published: February 10, 2017 in Beyond the Carolinas Updated: February 9, 2017 at 7:38 pm ENGAGE: Write a letter to the editor Soulforce is seeking individuals who want to craft doves for their Altar of Life protest at the National Religious Broadcaster’s global annual conference in Orlando, Fla., from Feb. 27-March 2. Doves have already made an appearance at the Creating Change Conference held in Philadelphia, Pa. in January.

Will.i.am felt uncomfortable stripping down for Madame Tussauds waxwork

The 41-year-old singer has admitted he “didn’t like” posing for the mock version of him, which will be showcased at the popular London attraction, because he had to ditch his stylish ensemble to adorn just his pants and a pair of tights. Speaking on the UK breakfast show ‘Good Morning Britain’ on Friday , the ‘Scream & Shout’ hitmaker said: “I wasn’t clothed doing this.

Growing a Greener World

GROWING A GREENER WORLD blends the latest trends in eco-friendly living with traditional gardening know-how. The series highlights the diverse people, organizations and events that seek to raise environmental awareness and encourage better stewardship of the planet.

Woman, 32, is arrested on suspicion of murder

Woman, 32, is arrested on suspicion of murder after another woman plunged 10 floors to her death from an east London block of flats A woman was arrested on suspicion of murder after another woman fell from a ten storey building to her death. Residents reported ‘aggressive’ shouting coming from the middle-class east London apartment block before the 35-year-old victim plunged from the top floor.

Allison Williams thinks her job is ‘so weird’

The 28-year-old actress – who plays the role of Marnie Michaels in the HBO series – has described her career in the film and entertainment industry as very bizarre because she has had to film a number of sex scenes in the comedy drama and now doesn’t “bat an eyelid” at any of the racy parts she’s involved in. Speaking to the Metro newspaper, the brunette beauty said: “I am so accustomed to sex scenes, having the weird distinction of having done the most on ‘Girls’, thank you very much.

Huawei Digital Transformation Forum 2017

Here’s a preview of the upcoming Huawei Digital Transformation Forum taking place in Barcelona with trending telecom topics like cloud, IoT, 5G and much more! Cisco’s Conrad Clemson, recently promoted to head up the company’s Service Provider Apps & Platforms developments, talks to Light Reading’s Founder and CEO Steve Saunders about how he’s bringing cloud video, mobile and virtualization together to empower network operators. Six different communications service providers join to debate their visions of the future CSP, following a landmark presentation from AT&T on its massive virtualization efforts and a look back on where the telecom industry has been and where it’s going from two industry veterans.

Donald Trump’s Weaponized Politics

… leaders and the cultural elite, including Wall Street tycoons and the insiders who run Hollywood and the entertainment industry. “He wants people to understand that he is aggressively going to combat anybody who seeks to do us harm, and he’s going …

In ‘John Wick: Chapter 2,’ Keanu Reeves and Lawrence…

Keanu Reeves, left, and Laurence Fishburne, who costarred in the “Matrix” franchise, reunite in their new action movie “John Wick: Chapter 2,” opening Feb. 10. The two were photographed at the London Hotel on Jan. 27. Keanu Reeves, left, and Laurence Fishburne, who costarred in the “Matrix” franchise, reunite in their new action movie “John Wick: Chapter 2,” opening Feb. 10. The two were photographed at the London Hotel on Jan. 27. The first time Laurence Fishburne watched the gonzo, mayhem-filled 2014 cult action film “John Wick,” he immediately knew he wanted be involved in any potential sequel. “I was like a kid,” the actor recalled recently.

Sofia Vergara posted a throwback photo to when she was ‘Sofia Vergashian’

Over the course of the past decade plus, the Kardashians have become synonymous with a very particular look, one largely defined by heavily contoured cheekbones , fake eyelashes that reach up to their eyebrows , voluminous, tousled hair , and an enormous wardrobe of various swimsuits and barely there fashions . But as Sofia Vergara just made crystal clear in her latest Instagram account, believe it or not but this precise aesthetic actually predates the rise of these reality star sisters to fame.

New movies this week: playing Legos, rough play and Keanu is back with his guns

Dakota Johnson and Jamie Dornan return in “Fifty Shades Darker,” the second chapter based on the worldwide bestselling “Fifty Shades” phenomenon. Doane Gregory/Universal Pictures A new Legos movie has been assembled, “Fifty Shades” just got “Darker” and they’ve pulled “John Wick” back in to the killing business for this Valentine’s weekend of movie sequels.

Hong Kong bishop hints at Vatican deal with China

The head of the Catholic church in Hong Kong has expressed optimism that the Vatican and Beijing can overcome the controversial issue of bishop appointments lying at the core of a decades-long dispute. Cardinal John Tong said in a lengthy essay published by the Hong Kong diocese that a “preliminary consensus has reportedly been reached” on the matter, and suggested that the pope could retain veto power over the ordination of mainland bishops under the new arrangement.

Lee Mead’s Casualty character joins Holby City

Last year, viewers saw Lofty resigning from his post to retrain as a bereavement counsellor in palliative care and head to Australia for a break. Lee said: “I’m really excited to be coming back as Lofty, I’ve missed him! I’m looking forward to being in a new part of the Holby hospital and seeing what it has in store for him next.”

Berlin: eOne Sells Hit Canadian Series ‘Cardinal’ Across Europe

Billy Campbell and Karine Vanasse star in the crime drama, based on the John Cardinal novels by writer Giles Blunt. Entertainment One has closed multiple deals across Europe for the Canadian TV series Cardinal , with the BBC picking up the hit crime drama for the U.K. eOne also closed deals for Cardinal with C More in Scandinavia and Calle 13 in Spain.

When Priyanka Chopra sizzled in a plunging black dress on The Late…

Priyanka Chopra aka Piggy Chops is on a roll! 2017 is definitely her year considering she’s whisking away all the awards and twirling away to glory with her ultra-glam style game on the red carpet. She is also slated to dazzle the silver screens with her Hollywood debut Baywatch sharing screen space with Dwayne ‘The Rock’ Johnson and Zac Effron .

Adele-vs.-Beyonce: The Grammy race is on

… Superdome on Saturday, Sept. 24, 2016, in New Orleans. (Photo by Daniela Vesco/Invision for Parkwood Entertainment/AP Images) FILE – In this Feb. 15, 2016, file photo, Adele performs at the 58th annual Grammy Awards in Los Angeles. A video posted by …

Katy Perry Debuts New Single ‘Chained to the Rhythm’ With Bizarre Lyric Video

After hinting at it for several days, Katy Perry has given fans some new music, and a surreal lyric video to go along with it. The catchy, sonically up-beat synth-pop single “Chained to the Rhythm,” featuring Bob Marley’s grandson, Skip Marley, was released late Thursday evening and came with a lyric video that plays off the viral trend of people cooking tiny meals in miniature homes.

Farmers looking for love sought by German television reality show

If you’re a single farmer of any age, either male or female, and speak passable German, there may be a reality TV show for you. Makers of the popular 12-year-old Germany program “Bauer sucht Frau – which roughly translates into “Farmer Wants a Wife” – are hoping one of their dozen farmer contestants this year will come from Canada.

Rosie O’Donnell channels Steve Bannon on Twitter

Rosie O’Donnell changes Twitter avatar to illustration of her face on Trump advisor Steve Bannon’s body amid SNL chatter President Donald’Trump’s longtime nemesis Rosie O’Donnell is continuing her campaign to play Steve Bannon on Saturday Night Live. The 54-year-old comedienne changed her Twitter avatar to an illustration made by artist Jonathan Smith of her face super-imposed over the high-ranking Trump advisor.

Christie Hayes mocks Amber Sherlock’s Jacketgate meltdown

‘THE SECURITY OF OUR NATION IS AT STAKE!’ Furious Donald Trump tweets that he’ll appeal San Francisco court’s ruling as judges unanimously REFUSE to reinstate his travel ban Ohio State University student, 21, is shot dead and left near a public park just a day after she failed to return home from work and her car was reported missing Trump reaffirms ‘one China’ policy in call with President Xi in apparent move to soothe tensions over post-election phone call with Taiwan leader Hillary Clinton was ‘replaced on Vogue cover by Gigi Hadid and Kendall Jenner after election loss’ as fashion bible reveals it will cover Melania Trump moving forward CNN’s Chris Cuomo apologizes for saying being called ‘fake news’ as a journalist is the equivalent to someone using the ‘n-word’ as a racial slur Shocking moment 18-year-old serial offender is shot dead a fraction of a second after pointing his gun at … (more)

Katie Holmes shimmies in her fringed Marchesa frock in NY

‘THE SECURITY OF OUR NATION IS AT STAKE!’ Furious Donald Trump tweets that he’ll appeal San Francisco court’s ruling as judges unanimously REFUSE to reinstate his travel ban Ohio State University student, 21, is shot dead and left near a public park just a day after she failed to return home from work and her car was reported missing Trump reaffirms ‘one China’ policy in call with President Xi in apparent move to soothe tensions over post-election phone call with Taiwan leader Hillary Clinton was ‘replaced on Vogue cover by Gigi Hadid and Kendall Jenner after election loss’ as fashion bible reveals it will cover Melania Trump moving forward CNN’s Chris Cuomo apologizes for saying being called ‘fake news’ as a journalist is the equivalent to someone using the ‘n-word’ as a racial slur Shocking moment 18-year-old serial offender is shot dead a fraction of a second after pointing his gun at … (more)

Weak and short La Nina fades away; climate shifts to neutral

U.S. weather forecasters said Thursday that La Nina, the cool flip side to the climate phenomenon El Nino, has faded away. The La Nina episode lasted only four months and was among the weakest and shortest on record, coming on the heels of one of the strongest El Ninos, said Mike Halpert of the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration’s Climate Prediction Center.

In ‘Josephine,’ an astonishing woman gets fascinating treatment

Josephine Baker, who died in 1975, was undoubtedly an astonishing woman. Who else could list topless dancer, teenage bride, toast of Europe, singer, movie star, richest black woman in the world, French spy, bisexual rabble rouser and American civil-rights activist on their resume? To play a woman that fabulous requires one mesmerizing performer.