On November 8th, 2016 the world changed in a major way. America was falling into the proverbial abyss and the rest of humanity was going down with it.
Month: December 2016
Michael Sheen stepping back from acting
The ‘Masters of Sex’ star has lived in Los Angeles for the last 14 years, but is now planning to return to his native Wales to be a full-time activist and has confirmed he currently has no TV or movie projects in the pipeline. He told The Times newspaper: “It will be a big change for how people relate to me.
Bradley: Swansea put themselves in a hole over and over
The embattled Swans manager rued mistakes that have been continuously made, though he insists he will not walk away from the side second from bottom Bob Bradley believes Swansea City keep repeating mistakes but added he has no intention of walking away from the job after a tough run of results. Since replacing Francesco Guidolin in October, Bradley has overseen a sequence of just two wins from 10 Premier League matches.
Chinese city cancels flights in 2nd day of smog alert
Electric bike riders wearing mask to protect themselves from exhaust gas wait at a traffic lights junction during a heavily polluted day in Beijing, Sunday, Dec. 18, 2016. China’s capital and other northern cities have banned half of all vehicles from city streets and ordered factories, schools and construction sites closed in response to a five-day smog red alert.
Young Cricketer Arrested
Schoolboy Pranav Dhanawade, who achieved fame with record breaking unbeaten 1009 runs in a school match, was detained by police for alleged delay in vacating the ground, where he was playing at, for the landing of a VIP chopper. According to an NDTV report , Pranav’s family said he was humiliated and taken to the police station after he failed to wrap up his practice session in time.
Prince Harry’s ordinary Christmas wish is a world away from average
For the ordinary person, an ordinary Christmas is not something for the Santa list. Christmas, for your ordinary person, is the time of year when we strive for exceptional.
Landmark building to become housing
A LANDMARK building in Royal Wootton Bassett town centre is to become a 10-bed house of multiple occupation after developers won planning permission. The Grade II listed Touchdown House in the high street, once the town’s visitor centre, will be repaired and improved, according to developers SCH Ltd, as unsympathetic alterations are removed.
Gertrude ‘Bubbles’ Eatwell passes away aged 104
TRIBUTES have been paid to a popular Swindon woman who passed away earlier this month at the grand old age of 104. Gertrude Eatwell, known to all as ‘Bubbles’, was described by daughter Gillian Ricketts as a “wonderful”, “generous” woman who was loved by everyone.
Head of U.N. nuclear watchdog says Iran showing commitment to deal
International Atomic Energy Agency Director General Yukiya Amano prepares for a board of governors meeting at the IAEA headquarters in Vienna, Austria June 6, 2016. Iran has shown commitment to the deal on its nuclear program agreed with world powers, the head of the United Nations atomic energy watchdog said on Sunday, following complaints by Tehran over what it calls a U.S. violation of the accord.
Bombing kills at least 30 outside Yemen military camp
A suspected suicide bomber blew himself up outside a military camp in the southern Yemeni city of Aden on Sunday morning, killing at least 30 soldiers, Yemeni officials said. The officials told The Associated Press that preliminary investigations showed the blast was the work of a bomber wearing an explosive vest.
6 Best Beach Hotels in Bora Bora
If you’re going to travel all the way to Bora Bora, you’re probably going to want to stay directly on one of its insanely beautiful beaches . The Four Seasons Resort Bora Bora has 115 overwater and beachfront bungalows, each beautifully appointed with luxe Polynesian decor and great amenities like Nespresso machines and free minibars.
.com | Maths pass rate misunderstood
The context was a clumsily managed circular to schools from the department of basic education, reinforced by early press statements, that gave the public the impression that the maths pass rate had been lowered to 20%. There was a crescendo of outrage.
Early morning rail delays into London
Early morning rail services between East Anglia and London were disrupted after Network Rail engineering work overran between Seven Kings and Shenfield. The first trains got through the work on what is expected to be one of the busiest shopping days of the year at about 9.30am.
Community search for child who sent letter to dead dad in heaven by attaching it to a balloon
A CHILD’S Christmas letter to their dad has sparked a hunt for its author after it was found in a field in Scotland attached to a balloon. The heartfelt wishlist told of how much they were missing their daddy in heaven and how they dreamed that he could leave them a note under their pillow.
What’s with the road toll love-in?
There is no doubt Canadians are going to pay more for infrastructure over the next decade, but tolls are the wrong way to do it. It’s easy to see the allure of road tolls.
Syrian band brings music of Aleppo to Berlin
Instead of bombs there were beats. Guitars took over for guns. And there were cheers, not screams.
A promotional flyer for WHAM!’s Beijing concert in 1985. File photo
But now, prompted by the death of George Michael to recall that time, I can see that the concert I attended was more than just a musical first, it was a symbol of the changes that were setting China on the road to the country it is today. ) had started the ball rolling in the late 1970s by opening the country to foreign trade and bringing in the idea of entrepreneurism, and the period from late 1984 to 1986 was an interesting time to be in the Chinese capital as it felt as if Deng’s ideas had started to really gather pace.
Meow! Cat cafe concept coming soon to Boston
To continue reading up to 10 premium articles, you must register , or sign up and take advantage of this exclusive offer: Owner Diane Kelly says customers would pay around $15 an hour to pet and play with cats. She hopes to provide about two dozen felines from nearby animal shelters that would be adoptable when the establishment opens in early 2017.
Judge bars Bergdahl prosecutors from using soldiersa wounds at trial
Prosecutors were rebuffed from harnessing the most contentious issue surrounding the court martial of Army Sgt. Bowe Bergdahl when a judge ruled out any evidence that soldiers were wounded while searching for him.
Car bomb in Turkey kills 13 soldiers and wounds dozens of people
An explosion in central Turkey tore through a bus carrying off-duty soldiers early Saturday, killing at least 13 people and wounding dozens in the second major attack targeting Turkey’s security forces in a week, the authorities said. A military statement said the explosion, in the town of Kayseri, was caused by a car bomb.
Latrobe comes alive for Christmas fun
An estimated 2000 people still turned out in poor weather conditions for the Lions Christmas Parade at Latrobe on Saturday. Coordinator Kevin Moulden said despite terrible weather conditions, they still had 32 float entries, with an estimated 2000 people turning out to witness the event, which gave the kids the chance to see Santa.
Demons down Black Caps
OVER: Latrobe’s Jacob Webb bowls to Ulverstone batsman Andrew Vantatenhove in the Demons five wicket win over the Black Caps on Saturday. Picture: Paul Scambler.
Stanwich School teacher to play lacrosse for Israeli women’s…
Stanwich School physical education teacher Ali Steinberg is living proof that sports dreams don’t have to die after college. The former Rutgers University lacrosse midfielder was recently chosen as a member of Israel women’s national team that will compete in the 2017 Federation of International Lacrosse Women ‘s World Cup.
Shaftesbury plc’s (SHB) “Equal Weight” Rating Reaffirmed at Barclays PLC
‘s stock had its “equal weight” rating reiterated by equities research analysts at Barclays PLC in a report issued on Tuesday. They presently have a GBX 870 price target on the real estate investment trust’s stock.
NCO killed in Afghanistan posthumously promoted, awarded Bronze Star
Sgt. John Perry, 30, was posthumously promoted to staff sergeant and awarded the Bronze Star after being killed in a suicide bombing at Bagram Air Base in Afghanistan. Perry, 30, of Stockton, California, and Pfc.
Post Office strike will affect local town store
Talks between the company and the Communication Workers Union have broken down and five days of industrial action will begin on Monday. Chorley’s Cleveland Street site is the only remaining ‘Crown’ post office which will be affected by the proposed stoppages.
South Korea Leader’s Supporters, Opponents Clash in Seoul Rallies
Supporters of South Korean President Park Geun-hye attend a protest opposing her impeachment near the constitutional court in Seoul, South Korea, Dec. 17, 2016. Tensions were high as supporters of impeached South Korean President Park Geun-hye and opponents of Park, who had gathered in much larger numbers, rallied in Seoul on Saturday.
The last dance at Amona
Activists sing and play music at a home in the illegal outpost of Amona in the West Bank, on December 17, 2016. Full of people, full of cars, full of tension and singing and dancing and hope that the planned evacuation of the illegally-built settlement won’t take place.
Indonesian air force plane crashes in Papua killing 13: official
An Indonesian air force transport plane has crashed into a mountain during a training exercise in the remote region of Papua, killing all 13 people on board, a search and rescue agency official said. The Hercules C130 plane had taken off from the city of Timika before crashing near its destination almost 200 kilometres away in Wamena, at around 6:15am , said Ivan Ahmad Riski Titus, operational director of Indonesia’s Search and Rescue Agency.
Jockey dies in New Zealand race fall
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Australia may turn republic once Queen’s reign ends
Canberra, Dec 18 : Australian Prime Minister Malcolm Turnbull has said Australia may turn republic but only after Queen Elizabeth II’s reign ends, reports said on Sunday. [NK World] Speaking at Australian Republican Movement’s 25th anniversary dinner overnight, Turnbull said Australians were unlikely to back the republican push while the Queen was still ruling.
2016 in President Zuma’s Mzansi
In any other country, the scenarios that occurred in 2016 would be regarded as a national crisis. Not in President Jacob Zuma’s Mzansi.
Indonesian military transport plane crashes in Papua, killing 13
An Indonesian military Hercules C-130 transport plane crashed Sunday in the easternmost province of Papua, killing all 13 people on board. Air force chief of staff Agus Supriatna told MetroTV the plane was carrying 12 tons of food supplies and cement from Timika to Wamena, a distance of about 200 kilometers , when it crashed just minutes before its scheduled landing.
Venezuela’s Nicolas Maduro postpones currency move after chaos, protests
Caracas: Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro has suspended the elimination of the country’s largest denomination bill, which had sparked cash shortages and nationwide unrest, saying the measure would be postponed until early January. The surprise pulling of the 100-bolivar note from circulation this week – before new larger bills were available – led to vast lines at banks, looting at scores of shops, anti-government protests and at least one death.
Bart Cummings: The man who made Saintly into a legend
Thousands of racehorses came and went from master trainer Bart Cummings’ bases in Adelaide, Melbourne and Sydney dating back to the 1950s. As the remarkable horse trainer’s success spread across Australia, so did the number of horses filling stables at his multi-state operation.
Juventus beats 2nd-place Roma 1-0 to move 7 points clear
Juventus’ Gonzalo Higuain, right, scores during a Serie A soccer match between Juventus and Roma, at the Juventus Stadium in Turin, Italy, Saturday, Dec. 17, 2016. Juventus’ players after Gonzalo Higuain scored during a Serie A soccer match between Juventus and Roma, at the Juventus Stadium in Turin, Italy, Saturday, Dec. 17, 2016.
Morrisons Christmas 2016 shopping opening times
Here are the Christmas 2016 shopping opening hours for Morrisons in Welwyn Garden City, and the store in St Albans, Hertfordshire. Only people who register and sign up to our terms and conditions can post comments.
.com | Mpisanes lose wheels again
The Mpisanes take a picture with the two Rolls-Royces they bought each other during their year-end party at their house in La Lucia, north of Durban. Picture: Khaya Ngwenya Normally at this time of year, Durban’s blingest couple, tenderpreneurs Shauwn and S’bu Mpisane, are busy putting the finishing touches on plans for their New Year’s Eve party, one of the highlights on the city’s social calendar for the well-heeled and politically connected.
Christmas Fantasia at St Peter’s Cathedral in Hamilton
What: Christmas Fantasia Who: Hamilton Civic Choir When: Saturday, December 17 Where: St. Peter’s Cathedral Works: Christmas music Conductor: Timothy Carpenter Soloists: Jonathan Eyers, bass; Yotam Levy, cello; Philip Smith, organ Reviewer: Sam Edwards Oh, the excitement. Imagine, a week before Christmas after weeks of tinsel-tune nightmares, to be present at an event where participatory carol singing was so enthusiastic that one could utter at full voice and not be heard.
Car bomb kills 13 Turkish soldiers on bus; 7 suspects held
A suicide car bomber set off an explosion Saturday that demolished a public bus transporting off-duty soldiers in Turkey’s central province of Kayseri, killing 13 troops and wounding 56 other people, authorities said. Saturday’s blast comes a week after a car bomb attack claimed by Kurdish militants killed 44 people, mainly riot police, and wounded over 150 others near a soccer stadium in Istanbul.