About 54 percent said they also believe the media “has assumed the role of the opposition party, constantly opposing the president and his policies at every turn”, seemingly consistent with Trump’s proclamation that the “fake news” media are “enemies of the American people”. Until Wednesday, Mr Spicer had steadfastly declined to discuss Mr Trump’s assertion that former president Barack Obama ordered wiretap surveillance of Trump Tower – an act that Mr Trump condemned as a scandal comparable in scale to McCarthyism or Watergate.
Category: Television
China’s Wanda Scraps $1 Billion Deal to Buy Hollywood’s Dick Clark Productions
Eldridge Industries, the U.S. owner of Dick Clark Productions Inc., said on Friday that one of its affiliates terminated an agreement to sell off the TV production company to Chinese conglomerate Dalian Wanda Group. Eldridge, which also owns magazines such as the Billboard and the Hollywood Reporter, said the affiliate terminated the agreement after Wanda failed to honor contractual obligations.
6 years after the Fukushima disaster, its victims are still suffering
Interpretation of the news based on evidence, including data, as well as anticipating how events might unfold based on past events Gravestones photographed on Feb. 28 stand near a Namie, Japan, seaside devastated by the March 11, 2011, tsunami, which crippled the nearby Fukushima Daiichi nuclear power plant. Saturday marks the sixth anniversary of the Fukushima nuclear accident , the worst recorded since the Chernobyl meltdown in 1986.
Spy novelists keeping an eye on Trump-Russia allegations
Jason Matthews is a retired CIA officer who now writes spy novels, focused on Russia. He was working on a book last year that ordinarily would seem a little far-fetched, but which proved too close to current events.
Christopher Plummer reflects on roots ahead of Canadian Screen Awards
Of all the revered roles Christopher Plummer has portrayed over the years – Capt. Georg von Trapp, King Lear, Macbeth, to name but a few – the most exciting one for him was that of Henry V. He played the part during his 1956 debut at Ontario’s Stratford Festival – in a tent, no less – alongside a group of “superb” French-Canadian actors he still misses “dreadfully,” he says.
Saltwater crocodiles on the rise in Western Australia
EXCLUSIVE: Beau Biden’s widow wears her wedding ring as she emerges for the first time after her relationship with his brother Hunter was revealed ‘Yes, he is our President’: Violent clashes break out between Trump supporters and left-wing activists as thousands join rallies supporting the President across America Nevada wife who poisoned her husband’s Lucky Charms to avoid having sex with him told cops ‘I just wanted to stop him having an erection’ Birth defect in boys ’caused by hairspray: Chemicals are linked to a condition that causes lifelong physical and emotional trauma Trump’s NEW travel ban: The President ‘will sign an executive order banning Middle Eastern and African migrants next week’ Florida man, 59, who ‘raped and killed 16-year-old girl 39 years ago when he was her building manager’ is charged after new DNA evidence cracks cold case The shocking moment a road rage … (more)
Donald Trump endorses book on Green Card pursuit via merit
In the meantime, President Trump has been lauding the merit-based immigration systems of countries like Canada and Australia, both tweeting about it and mentioning it during his address to Congress. The merit-based system is the way to go.
Back to her Yorkshire roots
WHEN Mary Fawcett Watko treads the boards in an American production of Calendar Girls she will be returning to her Yorkshire roots. Mary, who grew up in Guiseley, moved to the US half a century ago – but she has maintained her links with frequent visits to family back home.
FX’s ‘Feud: Bette and Joan’: Another total knockdown, drag-out hit from Ryan Murphy
Interpretation of the news based on evidence, including data, as well as anticipating how events might unfold based on past events Susan Sarandon, left, as Bette Davis and Jessica Lange as Joan Crawford in FX’s “Feud: Bette and Joan.” A fantastic miniseries has arrived that at last fully tells the painful history of being gay in modern America – and no, silly, it’s not ABC’s dourly dutiful “When We Rise.”
FX to follow ‘Bette and Joan’ with ‘Feud: Charles and Diana’
This 1991 file photo shows Prince Charles with his wife Princess Diana. FX has announced a 10-episode series that will spotlight the doomed royal couple Charles and Diana.
Donna Air and Kate’s brother James Middleton lucky in love
EXCLUSIVE: ‘She cares more about destroying me than her own kids.’ Ex of ‘vindictive’ Lisa Marie Presley hits back at claims she found ‘disturbing’ pictures of children on his computer, promising bombshell revelations about her ‘It’s a fake presidency’: Mika Brzezinski fires back at Trump after the President’s marathon press conference criticizing the media and Morning Joe’s feud with advisor Kellyanne Conway Will you be able to use your FACE to unlock the iPhone 8? New handset ‘will have a front-facing 3D laser scanner so it recognizes you’ Democrat from ultra-liberal Portland, Oregon says he’s looking at the 25th amendment because he fears for Trump’s mental health ‘I woke up to see a little boy at the end of my bed’: People reveal the creepiest things that have ever happened to them Batten down the hatches: Most powerful storm to hit southern California in years barrels in bringing up … (more)
Photos: Pedro Campa vs. Marvin Quintero – Official Weigh-In
The official weights are in, and the fighters are ready for battle on Saturday night. One of the strongest prospects of Mexican boxing is Pedro “La Roca” Campa, who will return to the ring next Saturday February 18 in a featured fight from the Municipal gym in the beautiful port of Guaymas, Sonora.
In first under Trump, Russian jets buzzed a U.S. destroyer at close range
A Russian Su-24 buzzes the USS Donald Cook in the Baltic Sea on April 12, 2016. Multiple Russian aircraft buzzed a U.S. destroyer patrolling in the Black Sea last week, in an incident the captain of the American ship called “unsafe,” the Pentagon said Tuesday.
YDreams Global Creates an Innovative Interactive Experience for Rio de Janeiro’s Energy Museum
News: YDreams Global Interactive Technologies Inc. / Key word :Miscellaneous14.02.2017 / 09:01The issuer is solely responsible for the content of this British Columbia– – YDreamsGlobal Interactive Technologies Inc. , wishes to announce that it has createdinnovative interactive features for the Light Museum in Rio de Janeiro . The Museum is sponsored by Light – one of the main electricitydistribution companies responsible for supplying power to over 10 millionconsumers in the city.
Alec Baldwin’s impression of Donald Trump is so good he’s fooled a newspaper
The comedian has been playing the President on US show, Saturday Night Live, since Donald has been in the running for Office. . @NBCNews is bad but Saturday Night Live is the worst of NBC.
Death toll in Surigao quake rises to 6
Six people, including a four-year-old boy, have been confirmed dead while 202 were injured after a powerful magnitude 6.7 earthquake struck near Surigao City in Caraga Region, Mindanao at 10:03 p.m. Friday, February 10, the local disaster mitigation agency said. A report by the Caraga Regional Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Council as of 11 a.m. Saturday also said a bridge collapsed, some roads sustained cracks and were not passable, and residential houses and some commercial buildings were damaged.
10 Things to Know for Today
This Feb. 4, 2017 photo released by NBC shows Alec Baldwin as President Donald Trump in the opening sketch of “Saturday Night Live,” in New York.
Eastern Airlines Mystery Continues: a We Were Closea
That’s how Dan Futrell and Isaac Stoner – the 30-something Bostonians who scaled Bolivia’s Mount Illimani to search for the black box of an Eastern Airlines Boeing 727 downed in 1985 – reacted to the National Transportation Safety Board’s announcement that the debris they recovered hasn’t solved the mystery of the crash. The flight, EA980, slammed into Illimani on Jan. 1, 1985, en route from Asuncion, Paraguay, to Miami.
The Latest: Trump press need for tougher immigration checks
President Donald Trump is pressing the need for more stringent screening while his immigration order is on hold by the courts. Trump says in remarks at the U.S. Central Command at the MacDill Air Force base in Florida that, “We need strong programs” so that “people that love us and want to love our country and will end up loving our country are allowed in” and those who “want to destroy us and destroy our country” are kept out.
Priyanka Chopra reveals secret behind her ‘global accent’ on The Late …
Priyanka Chopra ‘s recent appearance on The Late Show with Stephen Colbert was everything that we expected and more. You might wonder what could top her downing a tequila shot on The Ellen Degeneres Show, but the Bollywood actor’s game was point on.
Prime Minister promises green belt will be safe
Judge CANCELS Trump’s immigration ban leaving airports in limbo and chaos in the skies, as state attorney general who brought the case tells protesters: ‘The President is not above the law’ Pentagon releases terror training video it uncovered in fatal Yemen raid as proof of operation’s success… but it’s quickly revealed to be DECADE-OLD Al-Qaeda footage already online Virginia woman wins $1m payout after catching horrific bacterial infection that left her covered in boils from pedicure at nail salon EXCLUSIVE: NBC to CANCEL one hour of Today show for $12m Megyn Kelly’s new 10am show – leaving Al Roker upset about Tamron Hall being forced out Human remains found in a shallow grave may be of Texas student, 22, who went missing in October after going on a date with her boyfriend Tearful Canadian Prime Minister Trudeau vows solidarity with Muslims during funeral for three of the six … (more)
Prince Harry and Meghan Markle snapped holding hands on a dinner date
Prince Harry and Meghan Markle snapped holding hands on a dinner date Gasp! They were hand-in-hand! Tabloids predict engagement! Check out this story on USATODAY.com: http://usat.ly/2l0dvTh Prince Harry and his American actress girlfriend, Meghan Markle, had a dinner date in London this week, making news in the U.K. when they were snapped holding hands on the street. The pictures, published in the U.K.’s best-selling red-topped tabloid, The Sun , sent royal watchers into a tizzy of speculation.
This CEO was hoping for a Trump tax cut. Hea s getting more than he bargained for.
When President Trump won the election, James Hagedorn was ready to take it to the bank. The chief executive of Scotts Miracle-Gro expected that Republicans He did not expect that Republicans would take such a broad approach to fulfilling Trump’s promises on trade, with stiff new taxes on imports.
Today in History Wednesday, Feb. 01, 2017
On Jan. 30, 1948, Indian political and spiritual leader Mohandas K. Gandhi, 78, was shot and killed in New Delhi by Nathuram Godse , a Hindu extremist. In 1815, the U.S. House of Representatives joined the Senate in agreeing to purchase the personal book collection of former President Thomas Jefferson to replace volumes lost when the British burned the U.S. Capitol and its congressional library during the War of 1812.
Have We Reached Peak Hissy Fit With The Late Night Hosts?
I admit it. I’m a night owl. Producing the Hugh Hewitt Show, and for decades well before that, going back to the Johnny Carson era, I’ve had a weak spot for late night television.
Vancouver director always knew Ryan Gosling was going to be a star
Premiere of Lionsgate’s ‘La La Land’ – Arrivals Featuring: Ryan Gosling Where: Los Angeles, California, United States When: 06 Dec 2016 Credit: FayesVision/WENN.com ORG XMIT: wenn30566562 Veteran Canadian actor/director/writer Rob Stewart has always known that London, Ont.’ s, Ryan Gosling was going to be a huge star.
After Trump pledges ‘America First,’ the world responds with…
If the credo of the new U.S. president is “America First,” as Donald Trump emphatically declared Friday in his strikingly nationalistic inaugural address, then where does that leave the rest of the world? That’s what people around the globe – from Asia to the Middle East to Latin America – were left to wonder after watching Trump use the opening minutes of his presidency to double down on campaign pledges to end what he sees as misguided efforts to help other countries at the expense of U.S. interests. After more than 70 years of vigorous political, diplomatic, economic and military engagement to promote pax-Americana, Trump’s words suggested to international observers a far more isolationist and protectionist path ahead.
Joy erupts as Italian rescuers pull out avalanche survivors
With cheers of joy, rescue crews pulled survivors from the debris of an avalanche-crushed hotel in central Italy on Friday, an incredible discovery that boosted spirits two days after the massive snow slide buried around 30 people at the resort. Two children were among those rescued.
The Wednesday news briefing: An at-a-glance survey of some top stories
Newly announced Federal Conservative leadership candidate Kevin O’Leary pauses for a photograph as he leaves a television studio following an interview in Toronto on Wednesday January 18, 2017. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Chris Young CENTRAL BANK SIGNALS WARNING AHEAD OF TRUMP: The Bank of Canada is warning there will be “material consequences” for the economy if protectionist policies under U.S. president-elect Donald Trump come to fruition.
REFILE-BRIEF-Liberty Media says shareholders approved proposals relating to Formula 1 acquisition
* Theratechnologies-Abstract submitted by its partner, Taimed Biologics, for 24-week study of Ibalizumab phase III study has been selected for late breaker presentation Source text for Eikon: Further company coverage: NEW YORK, Jan 17 Dozens of protesters gathered outside of Goldman Sachs Group Inc headquarters on Tuesday to rally against President-elect Donald Trump’s picking several former executives of the Wall Street bank for top jobs in his administration.
Trump may lift restrictions Obama placed against Russia if Putin helps battle terrorism
‘My mother raised me with everything I needed… she is no felon’: Teen girl snatched from hospital 18 years ago by woman dressed as a nurse defends her abductor after they’re found living together REVEALED: Trump says he’ll do away with Obama’s Russia sanctions if Kremlin helps US battle terrorism – and say’s he’s ready to meet Putin after inauguration Comedian Steve Harvey to assist Trump to bring ‘positive change’ to inner cities – and quips about organizing ‘Family Feud’ episode of Trumps v. Clintons Robin Thicke takes cops to ex’s house after son refuses to leave mother’s side: Singer leaves empty handed as cops say they won’t take child against his will in bitter custody dispute ‘I’m really sorry.
Did Richard Wilkins have to MESSAGE Keith Urban and Nicole Kidman…
Enough to drive you crazy! Driver gets a $128 ticket for leaving his car to warm up on his OWN driveway in freezing temperatures Donald Trump’s son-in-law Jared Kushner WILL join his White House administration – as unpaid ‘Senior Advisor to the President’ ‘My sandwich? MY SANDWICH?!’ Father furious his wife took a bite out of his grilled cheese snack opens fire at her and is taken down after three-hour stand-off with police Revealed: The eight traits the man who will make the best lover, husband and father possesses Raising a child is as expensive as buying a FERRARI! Costs to raise offspring from birth to adulthood spiral to $233,000 Baby blunders! Parents send incredibly awkward photos of their precious children to Ellen DeGeneres for new talk show segment that highlights the tots’ most hilarious snapshots Do YOU have spelling OCD? Only the most pedantic of English language … (more)
‘I’m drunk and I’m locked out!’ Tipsy Busy Philipps ends her Golden …
Enough to drive you crazy! Driver gets a $128 ticket for leaving his car to warm up on his OWN driveway in freezing temperatures ‘My sandwich? MY SANDWICH?!’ Father furious his wife took a bite out of his grilled cheese snack opens fire at her and is taken down after three-hour stand-off with police Donald Trump’s son-in-law Jared Kushner WILL join his White House administration – as unpaid ‘Senior Advisor to the President’ Revealed: The eight traits the man who will make the best lover, husband and father possesses Raising a child is as expensive as buying a FERRARI! Costs to raise offspring from birth to adulthood spiral to $233,000 Baby blunders! Parents send incredibly awkward photos of their precious children to Ellen DeGeneres for new talk show segment that highlights the tots’ most hilarious snapshots Do YOU have spelling OCD? Only the most pedantic of English language … (more)
Consolation prize! Keri Russell locks lips with Matthew Rhys at…
The Americans’ Matthew Rhys and Keri Russell found a sexy way to console each other following their loss at Sunday night’s Golden Globes. In a rare show of PDA, the 42-year-old Welshman locked lips with the California-born 40-year-old at Fox’s official afterparty inside the Beverly Hilton in Beverly Hills.
Trump has taken few steps to disentangle from private empire
President-elect Donald Trump pledged to step away from his family-owned international real estate development, property management and licensing business before taking office Jan. 20. With less than two weeks until his inauguration, he hasn’t stepped very far.
Cancer survivor Helen awards her own New Year’s honour
A Clitheroe cancer survivor is entering into the spirit of the New Year Honour’s list by awarding a special tribute of her own – to her husband and child. The official list celebrates the achievements of outstanding men and women.
Classic film director dies at the age of 85
Jeremy Summers, who was born in St Albans in 1931 to Dora, an actor, and Walter Summers, a film director and screenplay writer, died on December 14 at the age of 85. Summers began working as a runner at Elstree Studios, in Borehamwood, when he was 16 and became an assistant director on films such as The Dam Busters and Moby Dick . His son Julian Summers said: “Walter had come back from the second world war a physical and nervous wreck and had already acquired a reputation in the film industry for being difficult.
The Latest: Raid at Istanbul apartment ends without arrests
An assailant believed to have been dressed in a Santa Claus cos… . This image taken from CCTV provided by Haberturk Newspaper Sunday Jan. 1, 2017 shows the attacker, armed with a long-barrelled weapon, shooting his way into the Reina nightclub in Istanbul, Turkey on Sunday morning.
A video capture shows the gunman entering the Reina
The Islamic State took credit for the attack during the New Year’s celebration that left 39 dead and 69 injured, Turkish media reported. Islamic State takes credit for New Year’s attack at Istanbul nightclub The Islamic State took credit for the attack during the New Year’s celebration that left 39 dead and 69 injured, Turkish media reported.
Clark County Sheriff Joe Lombardo’s Firearms Nescience
I was at the Crossroads of the West gun show in Las Vegas when I learned about Clark County Sheriff Joe Lombardo’s agitation for limits on firearm magazine sizes . Lombardo’s statement to the Las Vegas Sun, “I’m a very avid hunter, I was in the military myself, and there’s no need to have a high-capacity magazine for any practical reason,” is prima facie evidence that he is either grossly unqualified for his job; or willing to subordinate public safety to a political agenda that is far better suited to Los Angeles than any place in Nevada.