President-elect Donald Trump on today reportedly said he is fine with a nuclear arms race and exuded confidence that the US would outlast any another country in terms of atomic weapons. Trump reportedly said this in an off-air conversation to Mika Brzezinski, co-host of the popular ‘Morning-Joe’ show on MSNBC, the news channel said.
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Wait, Did We See Diggle’s New Arrow Baby On Legends Of Tomorrow Last Season? Here’s What We Know
The DC universe on The CW went through some big changes this fall thanks to the Flashpoint arc on The Flash that altered the timeline of all three Earth-1 series. The Arrow character most affected by the Flashpoint timeline is undoubtedly John Diggle, whose baby daughter Sara was replaced by a baby boy named John Jr. The big question now is of whether the new John Jr. in the Flashpoint timeline is the same John Jr. who took up the mantle of the Green Arrow in one possible future, as seen on Legends of Tomorrow Season 1. Arrow and Legends executive producer Marc Guggenheim said this about John Jr.: We go back and forth on that.
Carrie Fisher’s brother says ‘Star Wars’ actress in ICU after medical issue on jet
“Star Wars” actress Carrie Fisher is receiving treatment in an intensive care unit after suffering a medical emergency on a flight Friday , according to her brother. Todd Fisher said Friday night that his sister is receiving excellent care, but that he could not classify her condition.
Kevin O’Leary wants to know: Are Canadians in or out on his possible Tory bid?
Kevin O’Leary speaks during a session entitled “If I run here’s how i’d do it” during a conservative conference in Ottawa Friday, February 26, 2016. Celebrity businessman Kevin O’Leary says he’s amassed a team of advisers on whether he should run for leadership of the federal Conservatives and now wants advice from Canadians.
Carrie Fisher’s Dog – Tweets’ Heartbreaking Photo:…
While Carrie Fisher’s family sits vigil as she lies in the intensive care unit at UCLA Medical Center following a heart attack, there’s one loyal and loving friend who waits anxiously for her at home. His name is Gary.
Carrie Fisher, ‘Star Wars’ actress, suffers in-flight cardiac incident
Carrie Fisher was hospitalized Friday in Los Angeles after suffering a cardiac event aboard a United Airlines flight from London to Los Angeles, a source familiar with the incident told CNN. The flight was on approach to Los Angeles when the 60-year-old actress who played Princess Leia in “Star Wars” became ill.
Black: How do you know it’s Christmas?
On Christmas Eve around midnight, the sheep, wherever they are, all rise in quiet unison and fixate on a star. And if I find the flock intent and standing all around, I listen for the heavenly host above their throaty sound.
Actress Carrie Fisher hospitalized after cardiac episode on LA-bound flight
“Star Wars” actress Carrie Fisher was in critical condition Friday after suffering a “cardiac episode” during a flight from London to Los Angeles, according to airline and emergency officials. Fisher, 60, was rushed to UCLA Medical Center by Los Angeles Fire Department paramedics shortly after noon, after her 11-hour flight touched down at LAX.
Delroy Lindo helps Newark mayor feed homeless
… (wee-KWAY’-ick) High School featured sponsors from around the city and also included health screenings and entertainment. The London-born Lindo’s lengthy film career includes roles in movies such as “Crooklyn” and “Malcolm X” and the TV series …
A&E Changes Title of KKK Docuseries Following Criticism
The cabler on Friday unveiled a new title for its upcoming docuseries centered on the KKK, switching from Generation KKK to Escaping the KKK: A Documentary Series Exposing Hate in America . Along with the title adjustment, A&E also announced a new partnership with Color of Change, the next-generation African-American civil-rights organization that counts over 1 million members.
Denis Walter has performed at Carols By Candlelight for more than half his life
Denis Walter has spent Christmas Eve the last 30-something years on stage at the Myer Music Bowl for Carols By Candlelight – so many times he can’t remember the exact number. “I did them for Channel 0 when I was on Young Talent Time and I did them for Channel Nine before I joined Channel Nine, so it’s more than half my life,” he says.
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Islanders Easily Handle Sabres, 5-1
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LeBron hand delivers $1.3 million in cash to Akron couple from his -…
… was his St. Vincent-St. Mary fellow alumnus Maverick Carter, (right) who assists LeBron in running SpringHill Entertainment, which is producing the game show along some other projects for NBC. Angel and John Whorton and their son John, 9, show their …
A&E tries to escape criticism by changing title of KKK docu-series
A&E tries to escape criticism by changing title of KKK docu-series A&E has changed the title of its controversial documentary series “Generation KKK.” Check out this story on USATODAY.com: http://usat.ly/2ipepmT
The Legion of Doom in a New Legends of Tomorrow Promo
The CW has released the trailer for the midseason premiere of DC’s Legends of Tomorrow featuring the Legion of Doom and Rip Hunter. You can watch the trailer in the player below! DC’s Legends of Tomorrow will move to a new night beginning Tuesday, January 24 .
Married to Medicine Houston Recap Episode 8: Mad twerkers
I’m sorry, what? We’re carrying a 36-year-old woman dressed like a silvery sardine into a party atop the shoulders of greased up beefcakes? Rachel and Ashandra join the sisters at Plants n’ Petals for some champagne . Dallas, left, is a lobbyist, so Ashandra wants him to use his connections to bring the big spenders to her event.
Airport Delays: Will you be home for Christmas?
By road or by air, a record number of travelers are expected at Lindbergh Field on one of the busiest travel days of the year. Nearly 8 million Southern California residents and 12.4 million statewide are expected to travel at least 50 miles away from home during the holiday period between Friday and Jan. 2 — a 1.8 percent increase over last year, the Automobile Club of Southern California said.
7 standout movie trends of 2016
… million). So here’s to well-executed righteous bunnies, forgetful fish, fluffy friends and disturbed birds. Entertainment was rocked by the return of a focus on O.J. Simpson in 2016, and those who put in the time for ESPN’s five-part documentary …
These actresses are winning ‘Elf on the Shelf’
These actresses are winning ‘Elf on the Shelf’ Their mad skills have us feeling very merry Check out this story on USATODAY.com: http://usat.ly/2ioujhE The Christmas season will be coming to a close and we just want to say job well done to a few of our favorite celebrity elves. They managed to outdo themselves yet another year with their Elf on the Shelf vignettes.
Carrie Fisher suffers massive heart attack aboard airplane
The 60-year-old Fisher was flying from London to Los Angeles Friday when she went into cardiac arrest, TMZ.com reported. Carrie Fisher, the actress best known for playing Princess Leia in Star Wars, suffered a massive heart attack aboard an airplane, according to a report.
Disney This Week: LEGO Star Wars, Mary Poppins & More
Welcome to another edition of our new regular weekly feature Disney This Week here at ComingSoon.net. We’re rounding up the latest news on all things Disney, including movies, TV, Blu-ray/DVD, theme parks, fan art and Disney history.
Baby Driver Photos: First Look at Edgar Wright’s Music-Driven Film
A first look at the new Edgar Wright film , Baby Driver , has arrived in the form of two photos via EW . You can view the Baby Driver photos in the gallery below! Wright, whose previous credits include Shaun of the Dead , Hot Fuzz , Scott Pilgrim vs. the World and The World’s End , brought together a cast that includes Ansel Elgort as Baby, Kevin Spacey as Doc, Jon Hamm as Buddy, Lily James as Deborah, Eiza Gonzalez as Darling, Jon Bernthal as Griff, and Jamie Foxx as Bats.
One month out, Trump inauguration lacks star power
On January 18, 2009, the stars turned out in force in front of the Lincoln Memorial at a concert honoring then-President-elect Barack Obama. Denzel Washington spoke to kick off the event, then Bruce Springsteen performed, and then Mary J. Blige, Jon Bon Jovi, James Taylor, Garth Brooks, John Legend, John Mellencamp, Josh Groban, U2, Usher, Stevie Wonder, Shakira, Beyonce and many more.
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… an examination of race and celebrity. If it seemed like there were a lot of painful deaths this year in entertainment, it’s because there were. Natalie Cole technically died on January 31, 2015, but the announcement of her death on New Years Day …
‘Fences’ is a Ferocious, Intimate Film: Cogill
“Fences” began as an award-winning Broadway play in the 1980s and again in 2010. It is now a ferocious, intimate, Oscar-contending film opening Christmas day.
‘Dabbing’ and ‘Dealing’
Fans of daytime game shows, two sisters, Alli and Danielle Howell, decided to take a shot and submit for the lottery for CBS’ “Let’s Make a Deal.”
Mormon Choir Performance at Trump Inauguration Draws Ire
The announcement that the Mormon Tabernacle Choir will perform at President-elect Donald Trump’s inauguration ceremony hasn’t been met with universal applause. Erika Munson, co-founder of the pro-LGBT rights group Mormons Building Bridges, said the performance will be seen as the faith’s official stamp of approval for Trump.
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Lucy Hale speaks out after topless photos reportedly stolen and published online
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Chris Pratt Donates $500,000 to Teen Center Built to Honor His…
“I was raised by one of the toughest SOBs on the planet. Dan Pratt made me who I am,” actor writes on Facebook Chris Pratt has donated $500,000 to a teen center built in honor of his late father, who died in 2014.
SF building where Dirty Harry uttered ‘Go ahead, make my day’…
Dirty Harry seen in front of the restaurant at 3rd and Townsend, which was a McDonald’s in recent years. Photo via Tom Purcell .
SF building where Dirty Harry uttered ‘Go ahead, make my day’…
Dirty Harry seen in front of the restaurant at 3rd and Townsend, which was a McDonald’s in recent years. Photo via Tom Purcell .
US allowing work to restart at nuke dump 3 years after leak
The U.S. Energy Department authorized its contractor Friday to begin disposing of radioactive waste again at the nation’s only underground repository, setting the stage for the first barrel to go below ground since a radiation release forced the facility to shut down nearly three years ago. Agency officials said the move confirms that numerous corrective actions uncovered during a recent review of the Waste Isolation Pilot Plant in southern New Mexico have been completed.
Festiva Events for the Week – Friday, Dec. 23 -Thursday, Dec. 29
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Trump Inauguration: Petition Against Mormon Tabernacle…
… try to book performers. Mark Burnett, who produces “Celebrity Apprentice” with Trump and has been overseeing entertainment for inauguration festivities, has brought in talent recruiter Suzanne Bender, a former “Dancing With the Stars” and “American …
Trump Inauguration: Petition Against Mormon Tabernacle…
… try to book performers. Mark Burnett, who produces “Celebrity Apprentice” with Trump and has been overseeing entertainment for inauguration festivities, has brought in talent recruiter Suzanne Bender, a former “Dancing With the Stars” and “American …
Trump Gets – Very Nice Letter’ From Vladimir Putin to…
“I hope both sides are able to live up to these thoughts, and we do not have to travel an alternate path,” Trump responds Friday President-elect Donald Trump shared a letter from Russian President Vladimir Putin on Friday that not only offered his “warmest Christmas and New Year greetings,” but also a political message of restoring “the framework of bilateral cooperation.” “A very nice letter from Vladimir Putin; his thoughts are so correct,” Trump said in a statement.
A new Christmas classic? Chewbacca roars out ‘Silent Night’
Chewbacca is no Bing Crosby, but the Wookie’s rendition of “Silent Night” is adding some “Star Wars” flair to the Christmas classic. The site How It Should Have Ended re-mixed audio of Chewie’s grunts and growls with clips from several “Star Wars” films to create a video that has been watched nearly 2.5 million times on YouTube.
A new Christmas classic? Chewbacca roars out ‘Silent Night’
Chewbacca is no Bing Crosby, but the Wookie’s rendition of “Silent Night” is adding some “Star Wars” flair to the Christmas classic. The site How It Should Have Ended re-mixed audio of Chewie’s grunts and growls with clips from several “Star Wars” films to create a video that has been watched nearly 2.5 million times on YouTube.
FILM: Business as Usual
HENRY JAMES ‘S DESCRIPTION of certain doorstop-sized nineteenth-century novels – the “large, loose, baggy monster” – applies pretty well to Maren Ade ‘s Toni Erdmann , a downbeat comic study of a dysfunctional father-daughter relationship that comes in a bit short of the three-hour mark, and which has as its keystone gag an actual large, loose, baggy monster. Ines is a thirtysomething German professional adrift in professional stasis despite her monomaniacal focus on climbing the corporate ladder at the backwater Romanian branch of a consultancy firm.
FILM: Business as Usual
HENRY JAMES ‘S DESCRIPTION of certain doorstop-sized nineteenth-century novels – the “large, loose, baggy monster” – applies pretty well to Maren Ade ‘s Toni Erdmann , a downbeat comic study of a dysfunctional father-daughter relationship that comes in a bit short of the three-hour mark, and which has as its keystone gag an actual large, loose, baggy monster. Ines is a thirtysomething German professional adrift in professional stasis despite her monomaniacal focus on climbing the corporate ladder at the backwater Romanian branch of a consultancy firm.
A running list of acts who refuse to perform at Trump’s inauguration
In 2009, President Obama scored Itzhak Perlman, Gabriela Montero, Yo-Yo Ma, and Anthony McGill, plus Aretha Franklin and her show-stopping hat and BeyoncA performing Etta James’ “At Last” during the Inaugural Ball; in 2013, he landed James Taylor, Kelly Clarkson, and BeyoncA . As for President-elect Donald Trump, who’s set to be inaugurated on January 20 because this nightmare is very, very real? He’s having a hard time convincing anyone to perform at his Inauguration Day ceremony.
‘Godfather of Grass’ busted in Canada after eight years on run
John Robert “Johnny” Boone, who had been on the run for eight years after authorities found 2,400 marijuana plants on his Kentucky farm, was caught Thursday in a small town outside of Montreal, the U.S. Marshals Service said. A federal arrest warrant was issued for Boone in Kentucky in October of 2008.
The Miz and the Most Improved WWE Superstars in 2016
This year has seen WWE reintroduce the cruiserweight division and title, put the brand split back into play, call up numerous NXT stars while adding more names to the developmental system and create plans for a United Kingdom Championship and tournament. The level of talent has never been higher than it is right now, and it’s thanks to a combination of incredible veterans and newer faces who have the potential to become legends.
Loach’s ‘I, Daniel Blake’ emerges as a timely rallying cry
But his “I, Daniel Blake,” which won the Cannes Film Festival’s Palme d’Or, has powerfully struck a nerve, tapping into the same working-class frustrations that are upending politics in Europe and the U.S. The film, which opens in limited release in North America on Friday, has emerged as a kind of rallying cry, part film and part movement. It’s about a man – a cheery, blue-collar bloke – who, after a heart attack, is told by his doctor he’s too sick to work.
Let the binge-watching begin: Everything leaving, coming to streaming services in January
But thank goodness for one of the few things we could count on this year that would always be there for us – our streaming services. Whether you’re a traditionalist , a network-TV fan , an alt-streamer , a weirdo , or just a millennial , there’s plenty of great shows and movies to take in over the holiday break before they’re gone forever.
Donald Trump reignites debate on nuclear arms policy
US president-elect Donald Trump has re-opened the debate over nuclear proliferation, calling for America to “greatly strengthen and expand its nuclear capability” until the rest of the world “comes to its senses” regarding nuclear weapons. His comments on Twitter came hours after Russian president Vladimir Putin said strengthening his country’s nuclear capabilities should be a chief military objective in the coming year.
Donald Trump lashes out at “so-called ‘A’ list…
In his quest to win the election, Donald Trump managed to offend the very entertainment industry that propped his name in the limelight for so many years. Now the president-elect can’t even book A-list talent to perform at his inauguration, an effective freeze out that reportedly has Trump livid.
Movie screen isn’t the only place to see – Fences’ as Pioneer Theatre …
The Salt Lake Tribune) Pioneer Theatre Company’s “Fences” opens Jan. 6 in Salt Lake City. Left to right, Jeorge Bennett Watson , Jimmie “J.J.” Jeter , Michael Anthony Williams , Gayle Samuels , Meg Hoglund , Biko Eisen-Martin and Jefferson A. Russell .
Colorado teen competes on ‘Project Runway Junior’
ADVANCE FOR WEEKEND EDITIONS, DEC. 24-25 – In this Dec. 6, 2016 photo, Molly O’Brien 17, a senior at Rocky Mountain High School in Fort Collins, Colo.
Rockettes’ owners say attendance at inauguration is a choice
The Rockettes perform before the lighting of the Rockefeller Center Christmas tree in New York in 2013. The Radio City Rockettes have been assigned to dance at President-elect Donald Trump’s inauguration in January.
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Breaking down rock Hall’s new class: A mix of commercial and critical favorites
Many rock fans will likely wince at seeing Journey’s name. The pop-rockers were never critical favorites – actually critics tended to hate them – nor considered particularly cool, and the fact that it’s taken 16 years of eligibility just for Journey to get nominated suggests the voting body was not in a hurry.
Barton back in trouble for breaking betting rules
In this Sunday, May 10, 2015 file photo, Queens Park Rangers’ Joey Barton watches the ball during their English Premier League soccer match at the Etihad Stadium, Manchester, England. After a short and ill-fated stint in Scottish football, Joey Barton is back in the English Premier League with former club Burnley.
After online threats, gaming engineer plans run for Congress
In this July 25, 2016 file photo Brianna Wu, a software engineer and video-game developer, sits at her workstation in Boston. Wu, the co-founder of a gaming software company who made headlines two years ago when she was threatened, said she wants to run for one of Massachusetts’ nine U.S. House seats.
Rockettes – appalled’ at order to perform at Trump…
“Finding out that it has been decided for us that Rockettes will be performing at the Presidential inauguration makes me feel embarrassed and disappointed,” wrote… At the moment, President-elect Donald Trump’s team is working to put together the businessman-turned-politician’s upcoming inauguration.
Anne Rice gets candid about possible TV show, Donald Trump, in website interview
Anne Rice, 73, visited St. Alphonsus Church in New Orleans on Oct. 30, 2014. The famed novelist grew up in the surrounding Irish Channel neighborhood.
What’s new on Netflix Canada, CraveTV, Shudder in January
A monthly look at what’s scheduled to be added to the catalogues of streaming services Netflix Canada, CraveTV and Shudder: Neil Patrick Harris is transformed into the old, craggly villain Count Olaf in Netflix’s remake of the “A Series of Unfortunate Events” children’s book series. The eight-episode reboot launches on Jan. 13. Another high-profile kid-friendly title coming to the streaming service this month is “Big Hero 6,” which won last year’s best animated feature Oscar.
Martin Scorsese on ‘Silence:’ ‘I knew I wanted to make it, but I didn’t know how’
Oscar-winning filmmaker Martin Scorsese says he waited for decades to adapt Shusaku Endo’s novel Silence for the silver screen, but it took years for him to figure out exactly how to do it. “Twenty-eight, 30 years ago, what was most important about it was the fact that I knew I wanted to make it, but I didn’t know how and, so, it’s taken about 20 years to reach this form,” Scorsese said at a New York press conference promoting the critically acclaimed film, which is in theaters now.
Avril Lavigne calls out Mark Zuckerberg for Nickelback diss
The 32-year-old Canadian singer accused Zuckerberg of “promoting bullying” in a post Thursday after the Facebook founder poked fun at Nickelback, her estranged husband Chad Kroeger ‘s band. “Dear Mark,” Lavigne wrote .
Lupus to keep Nick Cannon in hospital over Christmas
Lupus to keep Nick Cannon in hospital over Christmas ‘America’s Got Talent’ host: “Doctors say I will be back to normal before the New Year.” Check out this story on USATODAY.com: http://usat.ly/2hgcuTZ In December, he announced he’s expecting his third child next year with ex-girlfriend Britanny Bell.
Amanda Abbington thanks fans for support amid reports of split from Martin Freeman
Amanda Abbington has thanked her fans for their messages of support after it was reported she and long-term partner Martin Freeman have split. Amanda wrote on Twitter: “Hey you lot! Thanks for the beautiful and supportive messages.
Top Picks: Jennifer Hudson on ‘Hairspray Live!,’ ‘Florence Foster Jenkins,’ and more
If you missed NBC’s latest live musical, “Hairspray Live!,” earlier this month, you can still check out one of the production’s best moments: Academy Award-winning actress and singer Jennifer Hudson taking on the song “I Know Where I’ve Been,” a performance that was widely viewed as a highlight of the broadcast. Hudson’s song can be seen on NBC’s YouTube channel at http://bit.ly/jhudsonhairspray .
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In a time of conflict, a group of unlikely heroes band together on a mission to steal the plans to the Death Star, the Empire’s ultimate weapon of destruction. This key event in the Star Wars timeline brings together ordinary people who step up to do extraordinary things.
Actor Eric McCormack on building a more collaborative workplace
“There’s a lot of ego in any business. You can’t fully bury your ego; it’s what allowed me to speak up and be part of the creative process.”
Abbington thanks fans for messages of support amid reports of split from Freeman
Amanda Abbington has thanked her fans for their messages of support after it was reported she and long-time partner Martin Freeman had split. Amanda Abbington has thanked her fans for their messages of support after it was reported she and long-time partner Martin Freeman had split.
News 30 mins ago 5:35 a.m.5 things you need to know this Friday
Longer store hours, one-day discounts and last-minute deals are popping up Friday as retailers dig deep to draw in shoppers one last time before the holidays. The National Retail Federation is predicting that purchases, both online and in stores, may exceed the 3.6% uptick it initially forecast for the holiday season.
Ita s not the weather that makes Christmas so deadly
Every winter, deaths from heart-related conditions rise in the United States. Plotted on a graph, the rise in deaths looks like a hill – with two spikes at the top when deaths sharply increase.
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The U.S. government is taking an increased interest in how American technology companies plan to address human rights abuses in Congo’s cobalt mines, according to a senior State Department official. The attention from State comes as industry groups have recently launched two initiatives aimed at curbing child labor and other dangerous practices in their cobalt supply chains.
So China seized a U.S. drone submarine? Welcome to the future of international conflict.
Chinese media reported on the seizure of a U.S. Navy underwater drone in the South China Sea. Beijing eventually returned the drone.
Where to eat on New Year’s Eve
If 2016 left a sour taste in your mouth, good news: It’s almost over! What better way to refresh your palate than with a sumptuous holiday repast. Where to eat on New Year’s Eve If 2016 left a sour taste in your mouth, good news: It’s almost over! What better way to refresh your palate than with a sumptuous holiday repast.
In the wake of Ghost Ship fire, underground art spaces struggle
This Wednesday, Dec. 7, 2016 file photo shows the front of The Ghost Ship warehouse damaged from a deadly fire in Oakland, Calif. To set foot in the Ghost Ship on a party night was to pass through the industrial facade of an old warehouse and enter an exotic world glowing with rainbow lanterns, guarded by figures of Asian deities and pulsing with a welcoming vibe.
The best covers of Leonard Cohen’s ‘Hallelujah’
Leonard Cohen is no more – the Canadian folkie died at 82 on Nov. 7 – but his song “Hallelujah” is immortal, seemingly gaining in cultural strength with each passing year since its first appearance on his little-noticed 1984 album, “Various Positions.” It wasn’t released as a single at the time and had no impact at all for years afterward.
DNCE’s Joe Jonas Will Give His Nieces a “Dump Truck” Full of Presents This Christmas
Following a busy year filled with touring, award shows, a debut album and a hit single, DNCE frontman Joe Jonas is heading home for Christmas to celebrate with his parents and brothers Nick , Kevin and Frankie Jonas . But since only one of the brothers has children, Joe says he’s going to focus all of his gift-giving on those lucky kids.
North Korean defector impressed by Seoul political protests
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The Bachelorette’s Georgia Love and her sister Katie take a trip to Santa’s grotto
Love in Lapland! The Bachelorette’s Georgia Love and her sister Katie take a trip to Santa’s grotto as they sit on his knee for a festive photo And in the afternoon, Georgia Love paid a visit to Santa Claus as she posed for a festive photo with her sister Katie. Love in Lapland: On Friday afternoon, The Bachelorette’s Georgia Love paid a visit to Santa Claus as she posed for a festive photo with her sister Katie Earlier in the day, the former WIN News anchor made her debut on Studio 10, filling in for regular host Sarah Harris.
System Update: The 20 very best video games of 2016
Virtual reality has arrived for the mainstream and the Nintendo’s Wii U is on the way out. The hottest console to have is a blast from gaming’s past , and the two biggest-name consoles, the PlayStation 4 and Xbox One, have seen their first mid-generation hardware upgrades.
‘Homeland season 6 trailer mirrors reality
It seems as if the only thing ‘Homeland’ got wrong when imagining the next transition of presidential power was the gender of the new commander in chief. In the lengthy trailer released by Showtime this week, peeks into season six of the Emmy winning drama promise a tension-filled battle of power between the new, female president and the CIA.
Down but not out: Zoo’s old oak tree lives on
Down but not out: Zoo’s old oak tree lives on Deb Zureick and Steve Foltz won’t forget the night they lost “the old girl.” Check out this story on cincinnati.com: http://cin.ci/2imI8Ng Steve Foltz, director of horticulture and Deb Zureick, botanical garden manager, stand at the site where a 175-year-old oak tree at the Cincinnati Zoo and Botanical Garden came down during a summer storm.
Actress and author Carrie Fisher.
Harrison Ford, Mark Hamill, stars react to Carrie Fisher’s health crisis The ‘Star Wars’ actress suffered a heart attack onboard an LAX-bound plane on Friday. Check out this story on AlamogordoNews.com: http://usat.ly/2hh4fHk Carrie Fisher, photographed in December 2015, was being treated in an intensive care unit after a serious medical emergency on a flight, her brother Todd Fisher, told the Associated Press..