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US drones hunt Isis leader in Syria
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Islamic State militants released video Tuesday purporting show beheading American journalist James Wright Foley, missing since kidnapped northwest Syria November 22, 2012. Foley abducted unknown gunmen outside cafe Binesh, along translator, later released. Another captive shown end video. He identified Steven Sotloff, American journalist missing since August 2013. The video yet independently verified. The video images released Twitter user @mujahid4life. The account since suspended. A freelancer known work covering conflict Iraq, Afghanistan, Syria, Libya, Foley contributed work GlobalPost, Agence France-Presse, various outlets. In 2011, kidnapped held pro-Qaddafi forces Libya released 45 days. "Captivity state violently opposite nature," friend Clare Morgana Gillis, journalist kidnapped Libya 2011, wrote piece last year Syria Deeply. "But detained Tripoli, Jim automatically turned energies keeping strength hope." In video, man identified Foley delivers appears prepared statement. "I call friends, family, loved ones rise real killers, US government," says. "For happen result complacency criminality." He goes decry American aerial operation Iraq, ends saying, "I wish I could hope freedom seeing family again. But ship sailed. I guess I wish I American." A masked militant attired black stands beside him. "This James Wright Foley, American citizen country," militant says, brandishing knife left hand. "As government, forefront aggression towards Islamic State. You plotted us gone far way find reasons interfere affairs. Today military air force attacking us daily Iraq. Your strikes caused casualties amongst Muslims. You longer fighting insurgency. We Islamic army, state accepted large number Muslims worldwide. So effectively aggression towards Islamic State aggression towards Muslims walks life accepted Islamic caliphate leadership. So attempt you, Obama, deny Muslims rights living safety Islamic caliphate result bloodshed people." The video shows militant begin cut man's throat knife fading black, followed graphic image body. The militant appears standing beside man identified Sotloff. "The life American citizen, Obama, depends next decision," says.
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Popular 'Banksy' Instagram account offers powerful message of perseverance after Paris attack
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Batman Steve Jobs? Sure. How guy Superbad Woz, too? Seth Rogen reportedly signed star Steve Wozniak upcoming Steve Jobs film Sony. You know, as-yet-untitled biopic written Aaron Sorkin, creator "The Newsroom" "The West Wing." The comic actor would join Christian Bale, tipped play Jobs, according Variety. Sony's flick would fourth feature film that's either works already made Jobs, sharing marquee 2013's "Jobs" (the one Ashton Kutcher), "iSteve" year (the one made Funny Die), 1999's "Pirates Silicon Valley" (the one iPhone invented yet). One might argue world bit Jobs'd out, suppose depends strength Sorkin's script Danny Boyle's directing. On plus side, film based Walter Isaacson's biography late Apple CEO—titled simply, "Steve Jobs"—which Amazon's best-selling book 2011. If ask Sorkin, though, movie entirely biographical per se. "It's biopic; story Steve Jobs—it's something much different that. He's fascinating guy—part hero, part antihero," Sorkin said earlier year, reported Mashable. "I want make news make anyone feel like I approached movie different way. I'm going make movie speak itself. But he's fascinating guy surrounded fascinating people, interesting relationships people life," Sorkin said separate interview. Rogen officially board yet, per The Hollywood Reporter, unknown whether official offer made even kind negotiations taken place. Bale supposed midst negotiations appear Jobs. Leonardo DiCaprio first tapped role Jobs, dropped earlier month take role "The Revenant." After that, DiCaprio plans take long break acting, according The Hollywood Reporter.
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Islamic State fighters detonate 'SCORPION bombs' in terror siege
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Glenn Beck Wednesday expressed fear 11 jets reportedly seized radical Islamist groups Libya past month could used cause extraordinary damage United States, even jets never leave Middle East. How? Extremists could crash planes oil fields oil-rich countries U.S. dependent. Beck speaking Rep. Michele Bachmann (R-Minn.) jets Bachmann remarked: “There’s really two concerns. One, planes could used similar way used 9/11 United States. They could used as, essentially, flying bombs — oil fields, buildings strategic targets. Number two, [a] plane could loaded terrorists, could land commercial aircraft American city somewhere, European city. [They could] deplane, go about, carry maybe Mumbai-type disaster. So there’s multiple ways planes could used.” “Oil fields,” Beck repeated. “The thing said feels true oil fields. … We’ll know airplane — that’s one missing airplanes — could take Libya skies Saudi Arabia lightning speed, crash it.” Bachmann said routes, flight Saudi Arabia deviates course, Saudis 90 seconds neutralize threat could cause tremendous harm. “It’s little time have,” said. Watch complete interview, below:
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Ottawa Gunman Identified As Michael Zehaf-Bibeau
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Rome| An Italian expert studying first century document written Roman historian Marcus Velleius Paterculus recently discovered archives Vatican, found presumed first eyewitness account ever recorded miracle Jesus Christ. The author describes scene allegedly witnessed, prophet teacher names Iēsous de Nazarenus, resuscitated stillborn boy handed back mother. Historian archivist Ignazio Perrucci, hired Vatican authorities 2012, sort, analyze classify 6,000 ancient documents uncovered gigantic archive vaults. He already excited noticed author text famous Roman historian Velleius, completely stunned realized nature content. Professor Perrucci found text archives Vatican, searching amongst bundle personal letters trivial documents dating Roman era. The text whole narrative author’s return journey Parthia Rome occurred 31 AD, recorded highly rhetorical style four sheets parchment. He describes many different episodes taking place trip, like violent sandstorm Mesopotamia visit temple Melitta (modern day Mdina, Malta). The part text really caught M. Perrucci’s attention episode taking place city Sebaste (near modern day Nablus, West Bank). The author first describes arrival great leader town group disciples followers, causing many lower class people neighbouring villages gather around them. According Velleius, great man’s name Iēsous de Nazarenus, Greco-Latin translation Jesus’ Hebrew name, Yeshua haNotzri. Upon entering town, Jesus would visited house woman named Elisheba, given birth stillborn child. Jesus picked dead child uttered prayer Aramaic heavens, unfortunately author describes “immensus”, meaning incomprehensible. To crowd’s surprise amazement, baby came back life almost immediately, crying squirming like healthy newborn. Marcus Velleius Paterculus, Roman officer Campanian origins, seems perceive Jesus Christ great doctor miracle man, without associating way Jewish concept Messiah. Many tests analysis realized last weeks determine authenticity manuscript. The composition parchment ink, literary style handwriting carefully scrutinized considered entirely legitimate. The dating analysis also revealed sheepskin parchment text written, indeed date 1st century era, precisely 20-45 AD. This new text author known reliability, brings brand new perspective life historical character Jesus Nazareth. It comes confirm Gospels facts known accomplishing miracles sheer presence town enough attract crowds people. A complete official translation document made available online many different languages next weeks, impact discovery already felt scientific community. Many scholars already saluted finding one greatest breakthrough ever realized study historical life Jesus, others expressed doubts conclusions Professor Perrucci demand tests performed scientific institutions drawing conclusions.
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News sites fall for Putin bird-dropping video
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A video appears show bird pooping Russian President Vladimir Putin’s suit speech last week fake. The video–uploaded YouTube–is going viral. A media outlets appear tricked it. The video titled: “Bird pooped Putin opening WWI monument.” The Washington Post TIME magazine posted video, apparently believing it. The Post issued correction, saying “a bird defecate Russian President Vladimir Putin speech Friday. The video appears hoax.” TIME wrote: “A video shared online made seem Vladimir Putin got unwelcome love feathered friend Sunday speech unveiling monument Russians served World War I.” It later updated post, saying “The Independent reveals video falsely doctored show bird defecating Putin.” The Associated Press update: Obama, Putin discuss Ukraine, missile treaty WASHINGTON (AP) — Capping week aggressive action Russia, President Barack Obama pressed Russian President Vladimir Putin Friday diplomatic path Ukraine’s struggle Moscow-backed pro-Russian separatists. Putin countered calling U.S. European economic sanctions Russia counterproductive. Obama later conceded pressure recently imposed U.S. European measures squeeze Russian economy “hasn’t resolved problem yet.” In Obama-initiated phone call Friday, U.S. president also raised concerns Russia violated key Cold War era nuclear weapons treaty, White House said. In letter week Obama Putin administration report released week, United States said Russia violated 1987 treaty bans U.S. Russian missiles intermediate range, meaning travel 300 miles 3,400 miles. Putin call said sanctions seriously damage bilateral cooperation general global stability, according Kremlin report call. It first conversation leaders since U.S. Europe slapped new round economic sanctions Russia since Obama’s letter claiming breach missile treaty. “I indicated him, say terms sanctions, we’ll also say terms wanting resolve issue diplomatically takes different position,” Obama told reporters later. The Kremlin said Obama Putin underscored urgency bringing end fighting eastern Ukraine spoke positively meeting took place day Minsk, Belarus, among members diplomatic “contact group” pursuing end hostilities. That group includes representatives Russia, Ukraine Organization Security Cooperation Europe.
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'Hairgate': iPhone 6 users encounter latest Apple problem after 'bendgate'
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The 45 year old Mexican/American, born De la Cruz, Sinaloa, made name incredible rehabilitation training technics wit dogs, duty professionally wrote three books topic “Cesar’s way” “Be pack leader” “Member family”, reach worldwide popularity TV series “The dog Whisperer”, name would new way people knew him, died morning Santa Clarita hospital California. Millan hospitalize yesterday afternoon, medical reports indicate suffered fulminate heart attack, paralyze heart unavailable blood reach brain, vital organs, situation witch cause death humanitarian man, years open foundation “Cesar Millan Foundation”, Jada Pinkett Smith, wife Will Smith, Vice-president. The sad news Millan’s death given wife Jahira Dar news conference, couple hours ago, se said media, “I hope understand lost, I would appreciate give us space mourning”. Until now, it’s uncertain de details funeral, never less, body Cesar Millan expected shipped back Mazatlan, Sinaloa. He buried next grandfather, planted love animal, especially dogs. Definitely it’s big lost, ever more, rest peace Cesar Millan…
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Eye-catching! Rare sighting of Anna Wintour without her trademark sunglasses as she leaves 'rat-infested' Vogue office
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British Intelligence officials zeroed suspect on-camera ISIS murder American journalist Jim Foley, widely believed slim, light-skinned rapper London. Though MI5 MI6 agencies releasing man's name, reports say Abdel-Majed Abdel Bary — also known “Lyricist Jinn” “L Jinny” — main suspect. According USA Today, identified via voice comparisons, Abdel Bary's music career left plenty samples consider. USA Today reports U.S. intelligence yet able confirm results. Abdel Bary's father, Adel Abdel Bari, believed associate Osama bin Laden's allegedly involved 1998 U.S. embassy bombings. He extradited U.S. 2012. The younger Bary's music seems chart path radicalization: In early songs put online 2012, Bary makes apparent reference drug use, violence life council estate talks threat family deported Egypt. “It’s hard progress future damaged past still I try count blessings I thank Allah,” rapped 2012. “I’m trying change ways there’s blood hands I can’t change ways there's funds bank. “I can’t differentiate angels demons, heart’s disintegrating. I ain't got normal feelings. “Even life’s blessed, still I find rest.” In later songs, apparent references cannabis (“roll watch leaves ignite”) stop replaced tirades people choose spend money clubbing, drinking drugs rather feeding families. About 500 Britons believed fighting Syria flag ISIS, well several hundred individuals U.S. Canada.
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Whiz kid stock picker: I didn't actually make $72M trading
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He’s teen wolf Wall Street. A kid Queens made tens millions dollars — trading stocks lunch breaks Stuyvesant High School, New York magazine reports Monday issue. Mohammed Islam 17 still months away graduating — worth rumored $72 million. “The high eight figures,” specific shy modest teen would get asked net worth. Islam bought BMW doesn’t license drive it. And rented Manhattan apartment, though parents, immigrants Bengal region South Asia, won’t let move house yet. Still, cherubic prodigy living, dreaming, large. “What makes world go round?” Islam asked interview, explaining preference trading investment startups. “Money. If money flowing, businesses don’t keep going, there’s innovation, products, investments, growth, jobs.” Islam pair young, Wall Street wolf-cub buddies eat regularly hot spot Morimoto, enjoy $400 caviar fresh-squeezed apple juice. They hope start hedge fund June, Islam turns 18 get broker-dealer license. “Mo’s maestro,” one kids explained. The three pals intend make billion dollars next year. All attending college. “But it’s money,” Islam told mag, ranked spectacular success story No. 12 10th annual “Reasons Love New York” issue. “We want create brotherhood. Like, us connected, something together, influence. “Like Koch brothers,” added, referring sibling oil magnates Charles David, worth $40 billion each. Islam’s biggest inspiration, though, Paul Tudor Jones, billionaire hedge-funder private asset manager Connecticut ranks 108th-richest American, according Forbes. Battered losses, Jones would jump back game again. It lesson Islam found instructive when, dabbling penny stocks age 9, lost chunk money he’d made tutoring. Islam swore trading, realizing, “I didn’t balls it,” said. Fortunately, turned studying modern finance, reading titans trading ultimately finding inspiration Jones. “I paralyzed loss,” Islam remembered 9-year-old self. “But [Jones] able go back it, even losing thousands dollars over,” said. And Islam still needs rely Dad chauffeur inspirational drives past magnate’s Greenwich mansion, he’s quick quote guru credits getting back game making “who I today.” “Paul Tudor Jones says, ‘You learn losses gains.’ ”
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Spider Burrows Into Australian Man's Appendix Scar (VIDEO)
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Twitter abuzz rumours Cuba's former communist leader Fidel Castro died, although timing suspiciously close death another high-profile person shares name. While reports death Cuba's 88-year-old former leader could true, official confirmation death mistakenly claimed social media many times past. Also casting doubt today's rumours possibility confused recent death son Nairobi's opposition leader, named Fidel Castro Odinga, 41, died days ago. Former Cuban leader Fidel Castro, pictured speech 2003. Twitter abuzz rumours died, remains seen correct However, speculation rife former leader Cuba died Venezuelan media reports Cuban Government called press conference international media today. Venezuela Cuba fostered close relationship decades. The report Diario de Cuba, specify time subject press conference, saying Cuban government's press office give information.. It also claimed Venezuelan president Nicolas Maduro rushed Havana, adding substance rumours Castro's death could announced. Castro, passed Cuba's leadership brother Raul 2008, announced Prime Minister Cuba overthrowing government 1959 rule turned one-party state. Fidel Castro, dressed famous green military uniform, pictured public meeting Havana 1990 Fidel Castro smokes cigar news conference Havana 1961 - two years overthrew Batista government Cuba's Fidel Castro (pictured left 1976 right 1978) ushered long period communism tiny island developed highly antagonistic relationship U.S. He lived increasing seclusion outside world ever since retired leadership amid speculation health suffering. It understood recently cared wife team nurses. Once enthusiastic food connoisseur, long since stopped visiting Havana restaurants. Today former Lieutenant Colonel Hugo Perez Silva told various outlets: 'Fidel waiting right moment, great prophet knows right moment say needs said.'
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Moment Michael Brown was shot dead 'caught on audio recording': FBI handed potentially damning tape of ELEVEN shots being fired - including final volley of 'kill shots'
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American British intelligence officials eyeing British-born rapper militant beheaded journalist James Foley. A senior Western intelligence official told Fox News 23-year-old London rapper Abdel Majed Abdel Bary suspect believed Foley's executioner. U.S. intelligence officials commenting publicly reports, well-placed source told Fox News Bary's Egyptian-born father extradited London United States 2012 alleged connection Usama bin Laden 1998 U.S. Embassy bombings Africa. Bary traveled Syria last year fight ISIS, source said. The Sunday Times Sunday People identified Bary member group least three British-born ISIS fighters known among former hostages "The Beatles." The Sunday Times reported MI5 MI6, Britain's two major intelligence agencies, identified man brutal deed, though publicly identified.
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Give a homeless man $100 and see what he does with it [Video]
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SAN SEVERINO - Go hospital accusing terrible stomach ache comes clutching arms pretty baby. It would story happy ending, birth like many, one comes lanes department obstetrics gynecology "Bartolomeo Eustachio" San Severino Marche fact protagonist race hospital time new mother nun sworn, years ago, chastity Lord eternal fidelity. She arrived hospital, accompanied sisters, emergency room. Exactly complained stomach pains ultrasound revealed mystery doctor duty invited nun sisters immediately take road department obstetrics without moment embarrassment. Amniotic sac broke team immediately action deliver nun. In story, course, little known even took nothing go around country come dall'ovattato silence ensured medical nursing staff witnessed happy event also that, religious case, convent would seem even cloistered monastery area (in San Severino two, monastery St. Catherine St. Clare, area Catsello). Nothing leaked, course, identity religious, physical features infant. Mystery whether resembles mother rather father. And ask born boy girl lane embarrassments palpable. We know mother unborn child, original state South America, would arrive Macerata time would find accommodation, perhaps refuge cloistered province. It also hard say whether sister less confessed sin, venial, superior. We know, however, religious would come first emergency room, later would bring ward, accompanied sisters who, even miracle, entrusted prayer Lord meantime come light. The entrance acceptance took place Sunday was, however, great day celebration arrival new life. So, really embarrassed general, followed team performed childbirth exciting phases accompanied same. No flowers entrance bedroom days ensured anonymity new mother , however, seems decided keep small maybe transferred elsewhere, probably family home. Certainly Sunday nun would left unattended, I would tell religious shared cloistered recent months. And certainly structure housed it, nun could hardly contact outside world. Although ways Lord, know, really endless. Not surprised, months ago, news birth another sister, time Congolese. The child came light first given pair Tolentino taken adoptive parents unexpected unexpected measure Supreme Court finally entrusted halfway house. In case natural mother abandoned little girl, birth . The child two half years grown two new parents view subtract.
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BREAKING: Islamic State, in video, beheads American journalist James Wright Foley who was kidnapped in 2012 -@BNONews
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Islamic State militants appear killed missing American journalist James Wright Foley, video surfaced Tuesday believed. Foley freelancer frequently reported Global Post Agence France-Presse ongoing conflicts Middle East. When Foley first disappeared Syria, reports indicated captured pro-government forces. Instead, appears captors members ISIS. He previously kidnapped Libya. The video surfaced Tuesday first shows clip President Obama's press conference calling air strikes "the terrorist group ISIL." About halfway in, man believed Foley speaks English family. He's knees, ISIS guard standing him. In [likely ISIS-scripted] speech, blames Obama U.S. government impending death implores family take penny government. He addresses brother, John, U.S. Air Force. "I died day, John," says, referring U.S. air strikes militant group. "When colleagues dropped bomb people, signed death certificate." When video reorients focus back Foley executioner, mike previously hooked shirt gone. The militant spouts angry tirade United States, camera cuts away first seconds beheading. At end video, ISIS militants parade another captive journalist, Steven Sotloff, threaten next victim U.S. government's policy toward militant group change. The video taken Youtube shortly publicized. A HuffPo blogger claimed shared video apologized so: As November 2013, least 30 journalists held captive Syria. Many killed ongoing conflict.
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Islamic State killer 'Jihadi John' named as Mohammed Emwazi
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Editors said "petrified" rats spotted - top desks fashion magazine's new offices Last time checked, rats chic - they're hanging around Vogue's new NYC offices anyone's guess. Publishing house Condé Nast moved new home 1 WTC - tallest skyscraper Western Hemisphere - there's nasty problem occurring, according Page Six. The reported rodent situation - first reported People back November - going away. But according Page Six, Vogue boss Anna Wintour determined ignore it. Getty Here's Anna, definitely thinking rats A source told Page Six editors noticed rat loose office - informed notoriously frosty fashion boss, would. "They petrified, told Anna, 'We found rats desk,'" insider told Page Six. One said, 'There’s rat top desk.'" But Wintour allegedly told staff: "I don’t want hear it." REUTERS/John Schults Vogue's new office 1 WTC A different source also told Page Six rat problem ongoing. However, another Vogue source denies there's rodent presence Vogue offices, telling Page Six: "That conversation never happened." Back November source told People: "The girls work see droppings everywhere. It's nasty." Well, Maybe Anna Wintour really loves cheese, something.
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Tour, agent: Tiger Woods not banned
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Seth Rogen play Steve Wozniak alongside Christian Bale, cast role Steve Jobs Sony's upcoming Jobs biopic, reports Variety. Rogen opportunity get advice directly Wozniak, working consultant film. Rogen popular actor starred movies like Neighbors, Pineapple Express, Knocked Up This Is End. While Rogen often stars comedic films, demonstrated ability serious work movies like Take This Waltz 50/50. Image courtesy Variety After several months limbo writer Aaron Sorkin finished screenplay, production Sony's Steve Jobs movie picking up. Danny Boyle, directed Slumdog Millionaire announced director film, last week, Sony signed Christian Bale play Jobs. While previous JOBS movie Ashton Kutcher focused Jobs' early life, Sony's film use material Walter Isaacson's Steve Jobs biography focus three 30-minute scenes showing three Apple's product launches. Update: According TheWrap, Rogen yet officially signed on, Jessica Chastain also considered unspecified role film.
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Conde Nast's rat problem at One World Trade Centre: From red carpets to rodent droppings
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YouTube prankster Josh Paler Lin decided give man named Thomas money follow see spends it. His first stop local liquor store instead buying alcohol purchased food gave away others need. A homeless man given chance, touched awful lot surprised people. A viral online video YouTube prankster Josh Paler Lin tells story homeless man named Thomas desire let circumstances keep selfless - using newfound money help himself, others. Josh made video, received 11 million hits Wednesday morning, idea give random homeless person $100 secretly follow see spends it. He meets elderly man gray hair, mustache dark jacket named Thomas holding sign along highway. He tells Josh he's trying get enough buy something eat Josh shocks $100. "Oh goodness. Oh way," says Josh pulls five $20 bills wallet. "Oh brother, sure? I'm starting tear here. That's like incredible." Josh reassures totally fine hug. Thomas says never something like happen life. The next part video seemed expected many viewers Thomas surprised all. He packed stuff began walking road liquor store. The video records exit store several bags, buy alcohol. He purchased food delivered needy people nearby park. Josh appears tell Thomas going on. "I feel like I owe apology," Josh said reaches grab Thomas' hand. "You went liquor store earlier —" "You thought I going get smacked drunk, huh?" Thomas interrupts. "But there's things money can't buy I get happiness I'm doing." Ironically Josh's confession man sitting picnic table behind takes swig bottle wrapped plastic bag. But Josh wanted contribute Thomas's good deeds. He reached wallet gave another $100. "You touched heart," told new friend. Thomas stunned again. "I know say. Usually I'm pretty talkative," replied. Thomas explained recently quit job caring ailing stepfather ultimately died cancer. His mom died two weeks later kidney failure suddenly building sold leaving Thomas without place live. "There's lot people victims circumstance. There's lot good people homeless," said. "You're good … bump good people. That's it. You're different path somehow life. I can't explain it." But Josh trying change path. He established fund-raising campaign help Thomas get new home job. The fund goal $10,000 surpassed $55,000 Wednesday morning. "People think I changed life," Josh told TODAY. "For me, completely opposite. I feel changed life." USING A MOBILE DEVICE? CLICK HERE TO SEE THE VIDEO. [email protected]
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Web of confusion as scientists cast doubt on man's claims that a spider burrowed into his stomach through his SCAR
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While Apple announced base model forthcoming smartwatch would cost $350, remained tight-lipped pricing rest range. Now, new report suggests stainless steel version start $500, gold somewhere $4,000 $5,000. The report comes sources Apple via French website iGen.fr. As MacRumors points out, site reliable past, accurately reporting dimensions iPhone 6 6 Plus. It's thought $350 price applies aluminum model watch. Certainly, $500 stainless steel version feels right comparison. The cost gold model, though; well, quite simply depends much gold is. We'll wait find out, high pricing would indeed make much luxury item. The iGen.fr sources also claim Apple hoping release watch soon possible—though rumors claim may wait Spring 2015. Either way, longer wait find we'd like. [iGen.fr via MacRumors]
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Pictured: Heroic sergeant-at-arms, 58, walking through Parliament gun in hand just moments after he killed gunman Michael Zehaf-Bibeau
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OTTAWA – The gunman charged Parliament shooting Canadian Forces reservist struck nearly dozen bullets security officers finally brought Sergeant-at-Arms Kevin Vickers. Several sources, requested anonymity, confirmed Michael Zehaf-Bibeau fatally wounded Mr. Vickers near door Parliamentary library. Zehaf-Bibeau burst Parliament buildings fleeing National War Memorial, shot Cpl. Nathan Cirillo hijacked ministerial car. He ran Parliament’s Centre Block main entrance RCMP officers hot pursuit. A security service source says gunman intercepted House Commons security guard unsuccessfully tried wrestle gun away him. The guard yelled “Gun!” warn colleagues tried yank barrel weapon Zehaf-Bibeau managed fire, wounding man. The gunman bolted several metres Hall Honour police guards chasing him. More shots fired. Zehaf-Bibeau, body riddled bullets, huddled behind column Parliamentary library. It Mr. Vickers fired fatal shots. Mr. Vickers walked nearby room Conservative caucus meeting, told MPs shooter dead. Prime Minister Stephen Harper rushed safety Mr. Harper speaking caucus gunfight erupted. “I images people hiding behind pillars shooting,” said Manitoba Conservative MP Steven Fletcher. “There many shots.” The police military officers Conservative caucus sprang action, including Manitoba cabinet minister Shelly Glover. They used chairs tables barricade doors wouldn’t lock, others began fashioning makeshift spears flagpoles. Ms. Glover said former police officers room, training experience kicked in. “Those boots I came pretty quickly,” said. Mr. Fletcher, quadriplegic, told aide came it, leave behind. “I told caregiver opportunity comes get out, take it,” said Mr. Fletcher. The Canadian Press, files Winnipeg Free Press
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Catholic Priest Dies for 48 Minutes, Comes Back to Life and Claims God Is Female
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Boston - So lately, tongues wagging due recent story elderly priest died conversation God, female God that. The story dancing around Facebook, Twitter, Reddit. It's also sallied across seas made African media Indian media. The story even made way holy land obnoxious religious redneckery known Texas. The story goes something like this: An old fart, er, I mean Catholic priest, Massachusetts officially dead 48 minutes medical staff "miraculously" re-started heart, World News Daily Report says. All while, Father John Micheal O'Neal says went heaven met God, motherly feminine happened woman. Father O'Neal, 71, rushed hospital late January hit major heart attack, declared dead shortly arrival. He brought back life via sort newfangled mechanical gadgetry doctors Massachusetts General Hospital, used newfangled mechanical gadgetry unclog vital arteries brain. Soon returned heart normal rhythm. Father O'Neal woke less 48 hours later recovered perfectly, World News Daily Report says. Well, course. I mean, all, going story elderly dude talking God, can't really die, you? That come wash. There much wringing hands, Catholic Blogger Bridget Mary Meehan wrote: "The declarations cleric caused quite stir catholic clergy archdiocese last days, causing Archbishop summon press conference try calm rumors. Despite disapproval superiors, Father O'Neal says continue dedicating life God spread word 'Holy Mother.'" Then wonders: "Why Cardinal O'Malley Boston Archdiocese upset? You would think he'd inspired. Perhaps, afraid God woman, then, could put big crack church's stained glass ceiling open door women priests!" Sure, employ delusional people? They're certainly entertaining. But good Archbishop bothered? Perhaps Father John Micheal O'Neal exist. You see, he's really nice old man Shutterstock, probably wishes somewhere else hospital. Terrence Donilon, spokesman Archbishop Sean P. O'Malley says story hoax. "We priest name," told Metro.co.uk. "I believe could hoax story." And despite whatever Meehan thinks, never verified O'Malley ever issued public disavowal priest's alleged statements. It's public records, About.com reports. Perhaps, story runs course, media realize asleep awake. You see, World News Daily, makes bones fact satire site. Here's site's disclaimer: "WNDR assumes however responsibility satirical nature articles fictional nature content. All characters appearing articles website – even based real people – entirely fictional resemblance persons, living, dead, undead purely miracle." When Meehan apprised fact story hoax, offered fantasyland reply: "According recent media update, story false, I believe yet happened, truly will! Someone said: 'All stories true actually happened.'" I'm making up. Read more: http://www.digitaljournal.com/news/religion/op-ed-hoax-priest-who-never-existed-claims-he-died-saw-female-god/article/426745#ixzz3SaIR8Hlq
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Christian Bale quits Steve Jobs movie
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Police stop arresting people low-level possession marijuana instead simply issue summons, sources said. The NYPD Mayor de Blasio prepared initiate change policy would drastically reduce number arrests possession pot, according law-enforcement sources. The department already halting pot “buy bust” operations, crime-fighting staple often led gun seizures arrests outstanding warrants, The Post earlier reported. Sources said “powers be,” including City Hall, wanted see decrease arrests pot “disastrous consequences’’ police relations minorities. Blacks Hispanics accounted 86 percent low-level pot busts year, according Marijuana Research Project. At press conference scheduled Monday, de Blasio NYPD Commissioner Bill Bratton expected announce key aspects policy change. They also likely spell details much marijuana considered low-level. De Blasio plans meet city’s five district attorneys week, according The New York Times, Brooklyn DA Kenneth Thompson already expressed disapproval policy change. Thompson curbed prosecution low-level possession marijuana borough, office already dismissed many misdemeanor marijuana cases. Earlier month, head borough’s narcotics unit summoned 1 Police Plaza told shift attention potent drugs.
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Cameron vows to hunt down IS 'monsters' after Haines murder
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New York City continues seek ways cut large number low-level arrests stemming marijuana possession. The NYPD plans stop arrests small amounts marijuana, instead opting issue court summonses, according report Nov. 9 New York Times. It immediately clear threshold city use determine low-level procession new policy implemented. Brooklyn stopped prosecuting low-level marijuana cases, borough's district attorney said July 8. The policy change New York's populous borough makes exceptions criminal history smoke marijuana public places near children. Blacks Hispanics comprised 86% marijuana arrests New York August, according Marijuana Arrest Research Project. The Brooklyn district attorney's office dismissed 849 marijuana cases since July, 34% 2,526 total cases Brooklyn. A 2013 New York Civil Liberties Union report called New York City "the nation's marijuana arrest capital." It said 2010, King's County (Brooklyn) 20,413 marijuana-related arrests summonses, county state. The majority arrests black people. "Given cases ultimately — predictably — dismissed, burdens pose system individual difficult justify. We pouring money endeavor produces public safety benefit." Brooklyn District Attorney Kenneth Thompson Thompson said policy change meant avoid giving criminal records nonviolent individuals, particularly young people color. "Our police officers must enforce laws State New York uniformly throughout five boroughs City. Accordingly, Kings County policy change result changes policies procedures NYPD." Bill Bratton, New York City police commissioner Bratton said statement July 8 police officers continue enforce law, despite district attorney's decision stop prosecuting low-level crimes. A spokesman Staten Island district attorney said borough would also "enforce law." Controversial policy ended: NYC 'Stop Frisk' Debate New York Gov. Andrew Cuomo held signing ceremony July 7 bill making New York nation's 23rd state legalize medical marijuana. The law allows patients certain diseases obtain non-smokable marijuana products ingested oil vaporizer.
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Woman detained in Lebanon is not al-Baghdadi's wife, Iraq says
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She reportedly arrested tried cross Syria A wife child Isis leader Abu Bakr al-Baghdadi detained Lebanese army, security officials claimed. The Lebanese army made arrests crossed Syria ten days ago, Reuters reports. The woman described officials “one wives”, reports described "ex-wife". Al-Rai correspondent Elijah Magnier said source within Lebanese Armed Forces (LAF) confirmed Saja Dulaimi, Baghdadi's ex-wife daughter arrested Lebanon. However, Mr Magnier said another source within LAF could confirm ex-wife. The claims could immediately independently verified. The Lebanese newspaper As-Safir reported army detained coordination "foreign intelligence apparatus". It said travelling fake passport. Officials name provide nationality woman. As-Safir said investigators questioning headquarters Lebanese defence ministry. Charlie Winter, researcher counter-extremism think tank Quilliam, said accounts belong Isis supporters denying reports. He told The Independent denials circulated hashtag “the arrest wife Abu Bakr al-Baghdadi lie” along lengthy statements claiming reports false. Isis militants taken control swathes Iraq Syria since insurgency began earlier year. US-led coalition air strikes targeted group’s self-declared caliphate yet halted advance. The Lebanese security forces waged crackdown Islamic State sympathisers Lebanon intelligence services extra vigilant border crossings. They arrested past months number Islamic militants suspected staging attacks expand Islamic State influence country neighbouring Syria.
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New policy could reduce marijuana possession arrests
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Late last month, Apple fans joyously spending first days brand new iPhone 6 Plus, rumours began swirl putting phone pocket could irreversibly bend it. Twitter called "#bendgate," ensuing panic-storm got millions people talking perils skinny jeans, phablets, buying Apple products. As turns out, however, #bendgate bust. According Apple, instances phones bending users' pockets "extremely rare," nine customers actually contacting company curved iPhone 6 Plus within first six days sale. So, naturally, little bit skeptical reports seam iPhone 6's body camera lens pulling people's hair (and beards) began surface. #Hairgate #beardgate everywhere week, mainstream news outlets social media users alike fanning fire Apple's latest perceived blunder. Many are, fact, referring #hairgate new #bendgate — we'd agree, based simple fact appear equally legit. "Having reviewed iPhone 6 currently possession iPhone 6 Plus... I report gap front glass aluminium exist," writes Gordon Kelley Forbes. "There bevel, glass front panel actually fused aluminium tiny gap see significantly narrower human hair." Mashable conducted experiment conclude "hairgate bust" article called "The iPhone 6 'Hairgate' Is Not Thing." At least 10 people rubbed iPhone 6 hair beards vigorously Mashable's video piece, none getting much snag. "After exhaustive amounts research — we've gone beards, curly hair, long hair, short hair, hair, hair — hairgate thing," concluded Mashable's Christina Warren. "Sorry guys, maybe next time." #Hairgate Not Thing | Mashable MASHABLE·A DAY AGO Many backing website's claims experiences Twitter. While others simply making fun panicked masses trolling jokes #hairgate photos own. And also pointing important flaw argument #hairgate's legitimacy: Who actually uses smartphone make take calls anymore?
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SHOCK CLAIM: PGA Golfer Says Tiger Woods Is Suspended For Failed Drug Test
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Dan Olsen, former-ish PGA Golfer, went The Game 730 AM’s Mad Dog Morning Friday, lobbed grenades Tiger Woods. “I’ve heard he’s suspended,” said Olsen. “I’ve heard he’s month suspension. And it’s kind strong witness. It’s credible person that’s telling this. It’s testosterone it’s something else. I think it’s said done he’s gonna surpass Lance Armstrong infamy.” Olsen also accused Woods using shady golf balls, implied would institutional cover-up PGA needs market Tiger, insinuated he’s faking back injury. “His back’s hurt,” Olsen said. “He limping, faking worse I’ve ever seen fake.” ESPN obtained comment PGA, Tiger Woods’ agent: Ty Votaw, executive vice president PGA Tour, denied claims brought forth Olsen. “There truth whatsoever claims,” Votaw said. “We categorically deny allegations.” The Tour almost never comments disciplinary matters. Woods said Feb. 11 taking break deal issues game withdrawing first round last month Farmers Insurance Open. “Over past year, Woods withdrawn injury three times fallen outside 70 world. These claims absolutely, unequivocally completely false,” said Woods’ agent, Mark Steinberg, statement. “They unsourced, unverified completely ridiculous. The PGA Tour confirmed truth claims.” “I’ll looked crazy f— nobody making accusations Tiger,” Olsen acknowledged ESPN. It’s hammered golf analysts Tiger’s struggles recent years head physical ailments. That said, we’ll need much talk radio allegations put Tiger LIARFRAUDCHEATER category Lance Armstrong. Time tell story legs.
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High-end Apple Watch to start at $5,000 -- analyst
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Investment firm Piper Jaffray issued report Monday breaking expected Apple Watch average selling prices, saying aggregate consumers likely spend closer $550 device, considering case internal storage options. Building Apple's quoted starting price $349, analyst Gene Munster anticipates combined Apple Watch ASPs fall closer $550, $575 $600 including additional bands. Apple Watch come three separate price tiers — Apple Watch Sport, Apple Watch Apple Watch Edition — series including two display sizes variety strap choices. Starting Apple Watch Sport, aluminum glass version widely thought least expensive model, Munster expects ASP $450 factoring configuration alternatives like case internal storage options. The stainless steel Apple Watch model, also features expensive sapphire glass cover, expected start $499 $549, depending customizable features. Munster sees overall ASP around $650 mid-tier Watch series. On high end, analyst forecasts base model Apple Watch Edition devices start $4,999, classifies segment ASP closer $7,500 adding straps made precious metals. Based current pricing Apple's silicon iPhone 6 cases, come $35, Munster sees elastomer Apple Watch straps start similar $29 $35 range, leather bands could priced $49 $59. Pricing metal bands like link bracelet Milanese loop difficult determine, analyst believes steel versions come $99, gold bands could priced thousands dollars. "If assume 55 percent bands purchased elastomer, 35 percent leather, 10 percent steel, 5,000 total gold bands sold, average band ASP could around $50," Munster writes. He added half Watch buyers purchase band — assuming 8 million Watches sold 2015 — accessory range would add $25 Apple's watch category, equating $575 ASP. If every Watch customer purchases extra strap, would tack $50, bringing ASP $600. The lower-cost Sport model expected make 55 percent overall Watch sales, mid-tier Apple Watch take another 45 percent. That leaves little room Apple Watch Edition, Munster believes Apple might sell roughly 10,000 units year. In interesting comparison, firm calculates Apple Watch Edition business could equate two percent luxury watchmaker Rolex, moves 600,000 750,000 units year. Finally, Munster expects Apple reveal better sense device pricing March 9 event, well highlight "special features" drum consumer interest ahead release. AppleInsider covering "Spring forward" event live San Francisco's Yerba Buena Center next week.
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Doubts cast over Nicaragua meteorite claim
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Actor Judd Nelson, 55, forced confirm alive well rumors swept internet Sunday morning died overnight. Nelson's 'death' reported Foxnews.es, hoax website affiliation television news network. The fake story claimed actor, best known roles 80's classics The Breakfast Club St. Elmo’s Fire, found dead Saturday night Sierra Towers, West Hollywood condominium block. I'm alive! Judd Nelson, 55, poses front page today's L.A. Times confirm alive despite internet rumors circulating death Nelson made big time role John 'The Criminal' Bender The Breakfast Club, left, recent years starred TV shows including Two And A Half Men By Sunday morning Nelson’s name become trending topic Facebook agent prompted issue denial. Gregg Klein even issued photo actor holding copy Sunday's L.A. Times along note, ‘Reports Judd Nelson's death accurate please see attached photo.’ It known fake reports emerged. Nelson's longtime manager Jean-Pierre Henraux told Times actor doesn’t even live reported address. Nelson, top, starred The Breakfast Club, 1985 coming-of-age comedy-drama film written, produced, directed John Hughes Nelson rose fame mid-1980's member Brat Pack, group young actors broke though time also included likes Rob Lowe, far left, Andrew McCarthy, far right, Demi Moore, third left Nelson rose fame mid-1980's member Brat Pack, group young actors broke though time also including likes Rob Lowe, Andrew McCarthy Demi Moore. Nelson's film career dried 1990's recent years found work TV shows including CSI Two And A Half Men. The actor also signed voice Hot Rod/Rodimus Prime live action movie Transformers 5, previously voiced character The Transformers: The Movie Transformers: Animated. Nelson's 'death' reported Foxnews.es, hoax website affiliation television news network
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Teen Made $72 Million Trading Stocks, Confirms Teen Dominance Worldwide
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Mohammed Islam, 17-year-old whose profile circulated across nation, says make $72 million trading stocks. Islam, high school student Stuyvesant New York City, profiled New Yorker, claimed made $72 million market. But Islam told CNBC figure accurate, although declined specific saying it’s closer million dollars. “The attention expected – never wanted hype. This friends trying make something exciting together, ” Islam said. “We expected regular article hope do” career, said. “The way portrayed are.” The New Yorker claimed got figure rumors. “Our story portrays $72 million figure rumor; initial headline changed clearly reflect fact know exact figure made trades,” said statement. “However, Mohammed provided bank statements showed worth eight figures, confirmed record he’s worth eight figures.” Islam says would like become hedge fund manager, find mentor great trader. His inspiration Paul Tudor Jones. Islam, trades mainly Crude Oil futures Gold futures small mid-cap equities, told Business Insider he’s already learned lot. “When I learned I needed discipline, strategy back tested, enough capital, I buckled made sure I didn’t make one trade I done that,” said. “I traded using plan didn’t go astray followed cardinal rule minimizing losses maximizing profits. This made profitable day I look upon major goal I accomplished.”
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IS Fighters Seize Weapons Cache Meant for Kurds
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Since U.S. began airstrikes Iraq Syria Islamic State, Republicans frequently connected terrorist group border security U.S. In August, Texas Governor Rick Perry called “very real possibility” fighters Islamic State already crossed U.S. On Tuesday night, Representative Duncan Hunter, Republican California, took comments even further. Appearing "On Record Greta Van Susteren," Hunter said, “At least ten ISIS fighters caught coming across border Texas.” When Van Susteren asked knew that, Hunter replied, “Because I’ve asked border patrol, Greta.” I asked Department Homeland Security Hunter’s comments true. They weren't. “The suggestion individuals ties ISIL apprehended Southwest border categorically false, supported credible intelligence facts ground,” said DHS spokesperson Marsha Catron. “DHS continues credible intelligence suggest terrorist organizations actively plotting cross southwest border.” UPDATE: Hunter backing comments, claiming came "high-level source" DHS. "The Congressman conveying knows—and told," Hunter's spokesperson told The Huffington Post. "And DHS’ statement, makes sense left hand DHS doesn’t know right hand doing—it’s way long time don’t expect change. No surprise there."
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Fidel Castro Rumors Sweep Internet, but No Sign in Cuba
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While laptop sales continue drop, Apple's MacBook Air managed remain popular perform well. This year, Apple set launch 12-inch MacBook Air, could Apple's biggest product 2015. After rumored quite time, new laptop Apple confirmed latest report Mark Gurman 9to5Mac. Apple made number changes MacBook Air, removing redesigning users know love machine. "Apple preparing all-new MacBook Air 2015 radically new design jettisons standards full-sized USB ports, MagSafe connectors, SD card slots," said Gurman. The new 12-inch MacBook Air said smaller 13-inch sibling bit thinner 11-inch version. It also quarter-of-an-inch taller latter, allows keep slightly bigger display. The bezels around display also reduced, giving front part machine brand new look. Much larger proportion machine's usable area occupied display panel keyboard. Apple noticeably deviated standard keyboard MacBook Air cramming keys order decrease spaces between. Other key changes include transferring power button upper left-hand corner left side escape key removal travel track pad way keep laptop's slim build. The new MacBook Air also minimalist comes ports sporting two, namely headphone jack USB Type-C port. This means fans machine away Thunderbolt connection MagSafe charger. However, specs new USB indicate Type-C support driving displays device charging. "The new USB Type-C connector smaller, faster, capable standard USB 2.0 3.0 ports existing computers," added Gurman. Apple yet make official announcement new MacBook Air. The laptop speculated ship mid-2015 expected use one new dual-core Broadwell chips Intel.
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#HairGate: iPhone 6 Customers Are Complaining That The Phone Is Ripping Out Their Hair
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LONDON — The man black balaclava seemed beheaded several foreign hostages Islamic State videos identified British security services Mohammed Emwazi, British national London. Known news media “Jihadi John,” said born Kuwait traveled Syria 2012. His name first published Thursday website The Washington Post. The story confirmed senior British security official, said British government identified Mr. Emwazi time ago disclosed name operational reasons. Mr. Emwazi, 27, grew Queen’s Park, West London, graduated University Westminster degree computer programming. He first appeared Islamic State videos August, appeared behead American journalist James Foley deliver threats West. The actual execution included video. At mosque Birmingham, England, young man carries Union Jack bag.Britain Appeals Anti-Extremist Imams Effort Uproot Seeds RadicalizationAUG. 24, 2014 The head prosecutor Paris said Monday Frenchman, Maxime Hauchard, right, identified Islamic State video announced beheading Peter Kassig.Briton Frenchman Tentatively Identified Islamic State Execution VideoNOV. 17, 2014 German officials shielded full identity Kreshnik B., left, confessed fighting Syria Islamic State.Memo From Europe: Nations Ponder How Handle European Fighters Returning From Jihad NOV. 23, 2014 Junko Ishido, mother journalist Kenji Goto, spoke reporters Sunday house Tokyo. “My son’s final act go Syria help fellow Japanese,” said. “Please understand kindness courage.”Hostage’s Apparent Beheading ISIS Stirs Outrage JapanFEB. 1, 2015 The father Jejoen Bontinck, young Belgian spent three weeks cell James Foley hostages, showed picture prison held.ISIS Hostages Endured Torture Dashed Hopes, Freed Cellmates SayOCT. 25, 2014 The man apparently seen videos beheadings second American journalist Steven J. Sotloff; British aid worker David Cawthorne Haines; British taxi driver Alan Henning; American aid worker Peter Kassig. Last month, appeared video Haruna Yukawa Kenji Goto, Japanese hostages, shortly killed. Scotland Yard refused confirm identification, Downing Street comment.
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ISIS Leader Killed: Abu Bakr Al-Baghdadi Reportedly Killed By U.S. Airstrike
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Seattle/ San Francisco: Google Inc. bought six office buildings northwest Silicon Valley headquarters Starwood Capital Group Llc Blackstone Group Lp $585 million deal, two people knowledge matter said. The properties part Pacific Shores Centre office park Redwood City, California, 18 kilometres Google’s main office Mountain View, said people, asked named transaction private. The company said quarterly report filed Thursday bought land buildings $585 million, without details. The acquisition extends real estate deal spree Google, owner world’s largest search engine, expands hiring makes acquisitions. This month, company signed office-lease agreements total commitment $1 billion 2028, according filing. “We expect continue hire aggressively remainder 2014,” Google said filing. “Acquisitions also remain important component strategy.” The company 55,030 full-time employees 30 September, almost 19% year earlier, filing shows. Meghan Casserly, spokeswoman Google, declined comment beyond filing. Tom Johnson, spokesman Barry Sternlicht’s Starwood Capital Greenwich, Connecticut, Peter Rose, spokesman New York-based Blackstone, declined comment. The Silicon Valley Business Journal reported month Google close completing deal site. Fitness centre The properties Google purchased comprise 9,34,200 square feet Class A office space, well 38,000-square-foot fitness centre includes gym, pool spa, according people knowledge matter. That’s half 1.7 million square feet office space complex. The office building addresses 1200, 1300, 1600, 1700, 1800, 1900 Seaport Blvd., people said. Pacific Shores Centre 106-acre waterfront campus developed San Francisco-based Jay Paul Co. early 2000s. It lies halfway San Francisco San Jose. The campus, includes sports fields park, next restored wetlands part San Francisco Bay Wildlife Refuge. Starwood Capital bought Pacific Shores Centre December 2006, near height commercial-property market, developer Walton Street Capital Llc, immediately resold two buildings. Starwood Capital paid $833 million deal, first office acquisition San Francisco Bay area. Blackstone 2011 bought $80 million junior loan office complex discount effort gain ownership Starwood Capital defaulted, two people knowledge purchase said time. Blackstone gained equity stake properties sold Google loan restructuring. Blackstone, Equity Office unit, major office holdings Northern California second-largest US office landlord, Brookfield Property Partners Lp. Bloomberg
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REPORT: Alleged New Audio of Michael Brown Shooting
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THIS terrible moment desperately poor young woman tries sell son – fund life-saving treatment daughter. Mum Meng Xiangyan faced real-life Sophie's Choice poverty forced decide twins. The distraught 29-year-old said husband loved children. But certain death awaiting daughter unless could get medical treatment, prepared sell son good home would chance life. Pictures published local media show standing Weihai Road Qingdao, major city eastern Shandong Province, Eastern China, placard offering sell highest bidder. He eating appeared candied fruit standing alongside mother appealed someone come forward buy boy. She said: "Up year ago wonderful family thought everything could need wonderful little boy wonderful little girl twins. "But changed daughter diagnosed suffering leukaemia August last year spent savings borrowed everything could friends relatives. It still enough, hoping raise cash sale son." Medics say child suffering acute lymphoblastic leukemia needs urgent medical treatment includes chemotherapy every 10 days Rizhao Municipal Hospital. The family sold apartment everything living tiny 10 square metre flat close therapies carried out. The parents also struggling heat tiny apartment vital prevent child, weakened chemotherapy, suffering cold could fatal. So far, offers son, named. Their desperation follows similar recent story woman spotted trying sell baby daughter streets China order pay husband's £10,000 medical bill. Ni Qiong photographed roadside Fuzhou, southeastern China, written sign imploring pedestrians purchase one-year-old daughter. She husband, Zhou Xinggui, migrant workers, currently hospital needing surgery falling scaffolding. Despite remaining street four hours, pedestrians offered purchase daughter. His wife's sign read: "Please buy daughter. My husband waiting surgery fees hospital boss ran away. I would like sell daughter save husband." In four hours sat sign, no-one bought daughter.
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Return of the Mac: Seth Rogen in talks to star as Apple co-founder Steve Wozniak in upcoming Steve Jobs biopic
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Apple would never lower rubbing elbows unwashed masses CES, like throw announcements show get everyone’s skin. Cupertino quiet thus far, rumors swirling 12-inch MacBook Air refresh, isn’t spec bump. Apple reportedly redesigning iconic laptop even thinner higher resolution screen. Sources inside company used prototype notebook (code named MacBook Stealth) say eschew many conventional laptop features name advancing design. The current MacBook Air’s taper toward front edge, gives slim profile, there’s still space near back power connector full-sized USBs. The new Air, however, won’t thick enough USB port. Instead, Apple start using new type-c reversible connectors. There also won’t SD card slot MagSafe power connector–even Apple’s beloved Thunderbolt taking hike. USB all. MBA The 12-inch laptop would substantially smaller lighter 13-inch model, even slightly smaller 11-inch version. This thanks slimmer bezels slightly compact keyboard less separate keys. 9to5Mac doesn’t details exactly high resolution be, current Airs sitting 1366 x 768 (11-inch) 1440 x 900 (13-inch). Stepping Retina Display resolution 2560 x 1600 (like 13-inch Pro) would amazing Air’s form factor. profilel-r-copy To clear, images supposed notebook renders created 9to5Mac. This still thoroughly rumor category, it’s redesign we’ve expecting long time. The updated MacBook Air could announced mid-2015. Now read: Which better: Microsoft Surface Pro 3 Apple MacBook Air?
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NBC weatherman caught urinating in the woods live on air
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(CNN) -- Boko Haram laughed Nigeria's announcement ceasefire agreement, saying deal schoolgirls abducted spring converted Islam married off. Nigerian officials announced two weeks ago struck deal Islamist terror group. The deal, government said, included release 200 girls whose kidnapping April boarding school nation's north stunned world. In video released Saturday, Islamist group's notorious leader fired series denials. "Don't know 200 Chibok schoolgirls converted Islam?" Abubakar Shekau said. "They memorized two chapters Quran." Shekau slammed reports planned release. "We married off. They marital homes," said, chuckling. The group's leader also denied knowing negotiator government claimed worked deal, saying represent Boko Haram. "We spare slaughter get him," said negotiator. It clear video made. Mike Omeri, coordinator Nigeria's National Information Centre, told CNN Saturday claims contradict made conversations Nigerian government involved. Omeri said Nigeria's government everything possible verify claims made video. Nigerian officials met Boko Haram Chad twice talks mediated Chadian President Idriss Deby, according aide. The ceasefire deal announced October 17 followed month negotiations representatives group, said Hassan Tukur, aide Nigerian President Goodluck Jonathan. After deal announced, aide said final negotiations girls' release would completed meeting week later Chad. That day passed without signs girls. Boko Haram growing challenge In video, Shekau talked peace violence -- promising "war, striking killing gun." This strategy appears playing parts Nigeria, Boko Haram fighters continued deadly attacks villages despite government claims ceasefire. More people abducted scores killed recent weeks, including one attack day ceasefire left eight dead. Days later, members Islamist terror group abducted least 60 young women girls Christian villages northeast Nigeria, residents said Thursday. Heavily armed fighters left 1,500 naira, $9, kola nuts bride price women abducted, residents said. For part, Nigerian government backing down. Rather, stepping military campaign militants criminals parts West African nation, Nigeria's defense ministry said Saturday. The military claimed airstrikes ground operations repelled attacks civilians Adamawa Borno, two states northeastern Nigeria strongholds frequent targets Boko Haram. Officials "studying" latest video, even military continues recognize talks aimed assuring release kidnapped schoolgirls, ministry said. Boko Haram, whose name translates "Western education sin" Hausa language, trying impose strict Sharia law across Nigeria, split majority Muslim north mostly Christian south. Like ISIS, ambitions caliphate, religious state. The group's attacks intensified recent years apparent show defiance nation's military onslaught. Its ambitions appear expanded destruction government. As part insurgency, bombed schools, churches mosques, kidnapped women children assassinated politicians religious leaders alike. CNN's Isha Sesay, Lillian Leposo, Christabelle Fombu, Greg Botelho Nana Karikari-apau contributed report.
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ISLAMIC STATE BEHEADS MISSING AMERICAN JOURNALIST JAMES WRIGHT FOLEY
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BEIRUT—Former Iraqi military officers joined Islamic State training pilots fly three captured Syrian military jets, monitoring group said Friday. The officers, served Iraqi military 24-year rule Saddam Hussein, conducting training captured al-Jarrah military airport east Aleppo northern Syria, Syrian Observatory Human Rights said. The Observatory, citing unnamed sources, said aircraft believed MiG-21s MiG-23s seized Syrian air bases provinces Aleppo Raqqa bases captured Islamic State forces. The organization didn’t report weaponry, any, aircraft carrying. The claims, Observatory said based eyewitness reports monitors, couldn’t independently confirmed. The Observatory U.K.-based group network antigovernment activists Syria supply accounts fighting country, fourth year civil war.
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Kurds Deny Gill Rosenberg was in Kobane
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There middle field, baking sun: cache grenades, rockets guns. The trove attached big black parachute and, camera focused shipment, seemed moment abandoned. Then see masked man, sermonized occasion. An American airdrop arms, said, intended Kurdish fighters defending city Kobane, fallen hands Islamic State. “These American aid [items] dropped atheists the” Kurdistan Workers’ Party,” militant said video uploaded jihadist social media accounts initially reported SITE Intelligence Group. “Ammunition, military equipment, additional equipment — military weapons. The American forces dropped [them] … Praise Allah. Spoils mujahideen.” News accidental airdrop, Associated Press corroborated Syrian Observatory Human Rights confirmed, brought fresh criticism military tactic — air drop — officials said become substantially accurate past decades, still evidently prone screw-ups. And screw-ups popped several times far battle Islamic State Iraq Syria, underscoring dangers trusting winds carry valuable resources targets. In early August, U.S. military dropped 7,000 gallons water 36,000 packaged meals onto barren mountain near Sinjar, hiding spot nearly 40,000 Yazidis fled Islamic State threat genocide. Many packages reached intended targets — Department Defense estimated 80 percent — did. “Iraqi officials said much U.S. aid ‘useless’ dropped 15,000 feet without parachutes exploded impact,” wrote journalist Jonathan Krohn, claimed first Western journalist scene. The Washington Post’s Liz Sly agreed, saying drops “apparently went awry.” Then NBC News reported late last month Iraqi military pilots accidentally dropped food, water weapons Islamic State fighters instead soldiers, battling retain control Anbar province. “Some pilots, instead dropping supplies area Iraqi army, threw area controlled ISIS fighters,” Hakim al-Zamili said, using another name Islamic State. “Those soldiers deadly need supplies, wrong plans commanders Iraqi army lack experience pilots, way another helped ISIS fighters kill soldiers.” Another general sheepishly added: “Yes, that’s happened.” The embarrassing anecdotes feed complicated history airdrop, still carries risks despite honed decades technological advancements GPS-guided parachutes. “There’s way predict may end weapons, going use them, going use them,” Greg Myre Middle East Institute told Daily Sabah. “That one risks take.” It risk Bill Clinton willing take 1993. That year ordered airdrop tens thousands humanitarian packages eastern Bosnia, despite “military consistently arguing involving U.S. troops airdrops hostile zones, given fact accuracy drops questionable,” Associated Press reported. The brass turned right. One major problem laid bare mission, military scientists later said, called “wind drift.” “The problem identified late ’90s,” John McGinley, scientist researched topic, told The Washington Post’s Holly Watt 2008. “The terrain Bosnia meant instead landing one valley, cargo could drift another valley held enemy. Wind drift causing problems.” So research teams got work, ultimately unveiling wind-forecast software National Oceanic Atmospheric Administration said increased drop’s accuracy 70 percent. “Inaccurate wind forecasts main culprit missed targets dropping supplies items high altitudes,” report said. It almost immediately went use war Afghanistan, far-flung military outposts separated stretches roads pockmarked insurgents explosives. There another way get soldiers equipment needed, military officials thought, launched massive increase airdrops. “We’ve gotten lot accurate years,” Air Force Gen. Arthur Lichte told USA Today. That may true. But following week’s alleged delivery Islamic State, there’s clearly still room work.
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These egalitarian Lego instructions from the 1970s are pretty cool, but are they real?
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We’ve jobs absolutely can’t stand, thanks Internet we’ve seen many examples people quitting jobs amazing ways. A video popped YouTube today appears add yet another thread growing trend, “secret ending” not-at-all-popular smartphone game called Electric Boogie. The video shows message game’s lead developer boss, language isn’t exactly kind. “Working living hell,” message reads. “You head far ass, it’s wonder breath always smells like shit. Consider cartoon animation letter, resignation pathetic company. I quit.” Adding “P.S. Your game fucking sucks.” The note signed “D.B.G 08/11/14” would seem credit gameplay programmer named David Gordon, though Mr. Gordon’s name still appears website developer TriplePlay Apps. If indeed quit August, David Gordon quite trooper remaining team full four months later. (Or they're incredibly bad updating site.) Then there’s matter game’s marketing, thus far consisted poorly conceived attempts creating viral buzz, fallen completely flat. For example, Imgur gallery horrible Electric Boogie parody movie posters submitted several different subreddits links eventually deleted. The official YouTube account TriplePlay Apps doesn’t seem take game seriously either, intentionally slamming “terrible” “the worst game ever.” This stands stark contrast Electric Boogie page TriplePlay Apps website, praise game. Why would developers game trash YouTube? It’s strange seems suggest desperation create buzz, even so-bad-its-good way, though none ever caught on. TriplePlay Apps bit mystery well, company—if even call that—has absolutely zero history iOS apps kind, Google Play. In fact, Electric Boogie published name Qbical LLC, also based Denton, Tex., city TriplePlay Apps supposedly located. A Google search names associated company, CEO disgruntled David Gordon, returns absolutely nothing. Not single Twitter account, Facebook page, or—and best part—a single credible image website, including associated either “companies.” In fact, I’m even sure TriplePlay Apps, Qbical LLC, whatever want call person persons published Electric Boogie even office all. Qbical LLC listed “Home Business” couple smaller online business directories, single address. TriplePlay Apps uses image website next “Our Company”: TriplePlay Apps Google Maps In video says stumbled upon game, began playing, discovered “secret ending,” YouTube history calls question. Not view “Like” Electric Boogie trailer week publishing video, published clip 10 months ago game called Flappy Beard. The video published resides account, presumably sort involvement app creation video itself, follow Flappy Beard back Google Play Store you’ll see app published by—you guessed it—TriplePlay Apps. Google Play Store Photo via magic_quote / Flickr (CC 2.0)
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Amazon Reportedly Planning An Ad-Supported Video Service That Will Be Cheaper Than Netflix
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Anna Wintour, editor-in-chief Vogue magazine allegedly displeased publications's new 1 World Trade Center offices. Their new workplace 25th 26th floors building said infested rats vermins. Moving new offices may postponed pests cleared away. Reportedly, new 1 WTC offices Vogue magazine swarmed rodents. Editor-in-child, Anna Wintour, said naturally disgusted would step foot new offices rodents removed. The report details influential editor-in-chief already asked staffers clean office ever set foot there. Fortunately, Anna Wintour yet expected work new offices 2015. A Vogue employee told Gawker last Friday afternoon pests cannot tolerated work purposes. Moreover, many rodents vermins scuttling around, editorial department high-caliber magazine might delay move old Times Square offices. The sales marketing departments already moved in. The employee added even though may sound laughable, company facing serious concern creatures removed. The employee explains possibility creatures could nibble clothing office. This rat infestation problem remarkable considering excited company seems moving new posh premises. Before report, Vogue posted move special online story. The company also steadily showing pictures videos new offices, even Anna Wintour's Instagram. Page Six reports everyone sympathetic towards company. "Security even stop BASE jumpers entering building leaping top. You think could stop rats?" commenter named "4npower" said. Another commenter, "LadyAmanita," claimed report nothing short exaggeration staff might confused mice rats. "Rats probably want live 25th 26th floors high-rise." To contact editor, e-mail: [email protected]
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Managua explosion not a meteorite, NASA suggests
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Nikolai Kryaglyachenko, 12, attracts coins, spoons glasses - decided become superhero older A boy almost killed knocked huge electrical shock claims become LIVING MAGNET superpowers like Marvel's Magneto. Nikolai Kryaglyachenko, 12, blasted across pavement leant briefly lamppost live faulty wire. "When I came round I felt groggy managed get home told mum happened," said. "When I woke next day got bed I found coins lying mattress stuck body. "Then I breakfast dropped spoon, stuck chest." Europics 'Superpowers': Nikolai Kryaglyachenko wants superhero grows Nikolai said keen fan comics and, believing maybe developed sort super magnetic power attract metal like Magneto, decided put test. "I things I I lot control it," said. "Even I want it, I still attract things. "Once I even attracted glass - moved towards me." Nikolai added decided instead fireman wants superhero older, saying would want something helped people, job would certainly fulfil role. Europics Look me: Nikolai Kryaglyachenko 'performs' classmates He also found one popular boys school many classmates asking demonstrate superpowers, Nikolai even claims seems able share power. According classmates, influence others people turn live magnets well. Nikolai's classmate, Vika Balandina, said: "I could even hang ladle nose." Stories "living magnets" began appear least middle 19th century. In 2004, story Russian factory worker Leonid Tenkaev family received extensive media coverage appeared obtain ability attract objects Chernobyl nuclear disaster. Europics Cutlery collection: Nikolai Kryaglyachenko magnet spoons coins Although people ability attract metal items commonly referred "magnets," many also hold plastic, glass, wood paper items body. Only develop "preference" particular material. In 1990, many 300 "living magnets" gathered conference Sofia, capital Bulgaria, young woman Marinela Brankova demonstrated amazing ability TV. The woman could hold 7 kilos metal vertical palm. Scientists say however rather people magnetic, probably nothing unusually sticky skin. VIEW GALLERY
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Jordan king cites Clint Eastwood in revenge vow
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DC Toy Collector “highest paid performer” YouTube making nearly $5 million last year unboxing Disney toys. However, little known woman-behind-the-hands popular YouTube channel. In fact, face never shown video, voice, toys hands. However, recent report reveals true identity YouTube hit identity somewhat shocking. A former Brazilian porn star behind wholesome Disney videos noted early years “Disney Collector,” woman filming Disney unboxing videos porn Florida home. The Daily Mail reports Brazilian Daiane DeJeus, also known Sandy Summers porn industry, woman behind hit Disney Collector Youtube videos. Reporters tracked information DeJeus aligns public records information regarding widely popular DC Toy Collector YouTube channel. After tracking DeJeus, reporters spoke family friends confirmed Daiane behind million dollar videos. DeJeus went unfathomable measures ensure identity remained secret good reason. The target market YouTube channel, caters Disney lovers children families, may remain viewers knew owner’s secret. DeJeus Disney fanatic, also porn star. Going name Sandy Summers, Dejeus filmed numerous x-rated videos adult film industry home filmed early DC Toy Collector features. Family friends identified DeJeus mystery unboxer note certain physical features woman’s hands arms seen many YouTube videos. “They pointed tell-tale scar left elbow mole elbow joint identical seen Summers many lingerie photo shoots.” Aside physical similarities, former neighbors say DeJeus unmistakable voice say many people street knew to. ‘That Daiane. She childlike voice I would recognize anywhere. Most people street eventually knew to.” Would ever imagined popular DC Toy Collector videos filmed house adult films porn star? [Image Credit: Youtube/ DC Toy Collector, Facebook/Sandy Summers]
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SHOCKING: Indian Man's Penis Cut-off After He Was Caught Attempting Rape [Photos]
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She rarely seen without trademark Chanel sunglasses, day night. So Anna Wintour stepped minus shades Friday afternoon, eyes her. The powerful Vogue editor-in-chief gave steely glare left magazine's new headquarters One World Trade Center, reportedly overrun infestation rats. Scroll video Not amused: Anna Wintour look happy left rat-invested new Vogue office without trademark sunglasses Friday What looking at? Anna said enough luxurious One World Trade Center Chic ever three quarter length fur knee high black boots, 65-year-old media powerhouse wrapped New York cold. Peeking underneath coat patterned purple black silk skirt. In right hand carried black purse overflowing paperwork. Her sharp chin length, glossy bob remained unchanged decades. Not happy: According reports, rats taken offices 25th 26th floor The usual look: Anna, pictured October year Broadway show, wearing famous sunglasses The formidable magazine supremo looked mood mess left Conde Nast's offices 25th 26th floor skyscraper. According New York Daily News, swish new office building infested vermin staff understandably horrified. 'A bunch ate ceiling sports editor's office crawled desk left poops keyboard,' source told paper. 'They ate rug fit door.' Fan fur: Some may disagree choice coat, Miss Wintour always worn fur Coiffed: The fashion queen's chin length bob remained unchanged decades Last month Wintour sent edict saying office must clear disease-carrying creatures stepped building. And numerous failed extermination attempts, city's health authority called in. Approached New York Daily News week, Vanity Fair's legendary editor chief Graydon Carter laughed problem. When asked reporter paper infestation disgusting appeared, replied: 'They're rats, laughed. 'What think?" New offices: The legendary magazine group, Conde Nast, moved last month publications include Vanity Fair Vogue Clean-up: The city's health department called deal infestation newly-opened building
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Mirfield man's tears of joy after lost voicemail of wife retrieved
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After Stan Beaton's wife, Ruby, passed away 2003, saved "leave message beep" recording shared. The recording lost Virgin Mobile conducted technical work, help BBC Radio Leeds, company able retrieve deleted message Stan — captured reaction hearing again. Stan, 68, incredulous hears good news. In video, reporter tells Stan took 10 people total three days retrieve message. "That must cost fortune!" Stan exclaims. "It's wonderful, wonderful sound I thought lost forever," Stan says. I suppose going bit PR job now, thank Virgin Media." Matt Damon Ben Affleck confess Deflategate Steve Buscemi natural Jan Brady Snickers’ Super Bowl ad NFL's Marshawn Lynch Rob Gronkowski play 'Mortal Kombat' Conan Here's TED Talk sounding smart TED Talk
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Comcast calls rumor that it disconnects Tor users “wildly inaccurate”
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While verified, alleged audio recording shooting Michael Brown, unarmed teenager shot police officer Ferguson, Missouri, August 9, surfaced: A man lives near scene shooting says inadvertently recorded shots killed Brown, lawyer, Lopa Blumenthal, told CNN. The man, wished remain unidentified, recording video chat friend gunfire rang background. Blumenthal said client already interviewed FBI recording. On tape, hear six shots fired, short pause addition four five shots. An autopsy report released last week said Brown shot least six times. For discussion this, see justiceputnam's diary.
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KANYE WEST BARRED FROM ALL FUTURE AWARDS SHOWS
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Claim: Kanye West banned future award shows. FALSE Example: [Collected via email, February 2015] Kanye West banned attending future grammy awards. Is real? Origins: On 9 February 2015, entertainment website Adobo Chronicles published article claiming rapper Kanye West barred future award shows: He again. Rapper Kanye West reprised infamous stunt Sunday night's Grammy awards, taking stage Beck accepting album year award. After latest incident, organizers major awards shows like Grammys, MTV Video Music Awards, People's Choice Awards Oscars unanimously agreed disinvite bar West respective ceremonies. The television networks air awards programs also joined 'West boycott.' While true West created stir 2015 Grammy Awards briefly interrupted Beck musician's acceptance speech (just done Taylor Swift 2009), Kanye banned future award shows. The Adobo Chronicles another "satire" publication publishes fake news. A disclaimer site states articles published mix facts fiction: The Adobo Chronicles source up-to-date, unbelievable news. Everything read site based fact, except lies. Why title, The Adobo Chronicles, might ask? Well, adobo national dish home country. You see, adobo usually made pork chicken, boiled simmered mixture vinegar, soy sauce spices. When writing stories blog, let news sizzle simmer mind mixture fact fiction, spice figments imagination. var CasaleArgs = new Object(); CasaleArgs.version = 2; CasaleArgs.adUnits = "4"; CasaleArgs.casaleID = 159339; <!-- google_ad_client = "pub-6608306193529351"; google_ad_width = 468; google_ad_height = 60; google_ad_format = "468x60_as"; google_ad_type = "text"; google_ad_channel = "0054321535"; google_color_border = "000000"; //-->
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US hostage Luke Somers dies after rescue bid
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American photojournalist Luke Somers, held hostage al Qaeda Yemen, killed Saturday failed rescue attempt, sister said. There immediate comment Washington operation, Yemeni officials said conducted jointly U.S. Yemen. The British-born hostage's sister, Lucy, told NBC News' partner ITV News The Associated Press FBI inform family 33-year-old's death. The operation took place Shabwa province, Yemen interior ministry official told NBC News, adding 10 militants also killed. It came two days Pentagon acknowledged earlier U.S. commando mission rescue Somers failed. Teacher photographer Somers, British-born U.S. citizen, abducted year ago Sanaa working freelance photographer Yemen Times. Al Qaeda posted video Thursday showed Somers local militant commander threatening thwe hostage would meet fate three days U.S. meet group's demands. This breaking news story.
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DNA test confirms child is IS head Abu Bakr al-Baghdadi's daughter
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Earlier reports claiming Lebanese officials captured wife child ISIS leader Abu Bakr al-Baghdadi, denied Iraq. Photos ISIS leade al Baghdadi's wife gone viral Photos ISIS leade al Baghdadi's wife gone viral YouTube Screenshot An Iraqi official told Associated Press woman detained Lebanon wife Abu Bakr al-Baghdadi, leader Islamic State group. Iraqi Interior Ministry spokesman Saad Maan Ibrahim clarified woman identified Saja Abdul Hamid al Dulaimi, Iraqi national travelled Syria arriving Lebanon wife Abu Bakr al-Baghdadi. The report noted al-Baghdadi two wives neither named Saja al Dulaimi. The Iraqi official said sister Omar Abdul Hamid al-Dulaimi, held Iraq terror suspect. The Lebanese Army officials claimed Tuesday detained wife son Islamic State leader self-proclaimed Caliph Abu Bakr al- Baghdadi. She interrogated Lebanese Defense Ministry, according Lebanese media As-Safir reports Reuters. This first time name Saja Abdul Hamid al-Dulaimi appeared media. In July reports claimed Saja Abdul Hamid al Dulaimi part exchange deal ISIS released captured nuns. It found al Dulaimi, along children younger brother, released Syrian government part exchange.? Reports al-Baghdadi's family released exchange nuns first leaked Abu Maan al-Suri, member ISIS rival-front Nusra, Lebanese TV channel LBCI News.
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Islamic State training pilots to fly MiG fighter planes, says monitoring group
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Banksy arrested. Let's bury lede here, people. The news incarceration is, yet again, hoax. If woke morning Twitter feed filled recycled "OMG BANKSY WAS ARRESTED/WTF BANKSY WAS NOT ARRESTED" exclamations, here's why. This week's fickle rumor started The National Report, unaware, American satire site. A satirical post site reported, joking fashion lost many Internet surfer, 35-year-old man apprehended authorities London suburb Watford early Monday morning. It claimed press conference validated man indeed Banksy, BBC confirmed information report, five men total snagged counterfeit money "future projects vandalism." So illicit! So false. Just extra clear, things happen today: The anonymous British street artist caught "24-hour Anti-Graffiti Task Force." Police raid studio middle night like carefully plotted drug bust. His name never Paul Horner. We appreciate fact someone trying hardest make name "Paul Horner" thing. Remember last year, trolly press release tried convince masses Banksy arrest happened? The name apprehended: Paul Horner. Stop trying make "Paul Horner" happen, Gretchen. It's going happen!
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Abdel Majed Abdel Bary Emerges as Suspect in Foley Beheading
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Years ago, I job China I evaluated spoken English college students. One bright young woman introduced Chinese name. Then added: "You call 'Easy.' That's English name." I paused, thought moment, decided say something. "You might want consider changing name," I said, explaining—as delicately possible—that "easy" unfortunate name woman. Mortified, thanked tip. "I'm going go change name now," said. People China adopted English names decades. Many choose ones resemble birth names: Chinese boys named "Da Wei," common name, almost invariably become "David." Others find inspiration singers, athletes, politicians, movie stars. In first year China, I taught five different boys called "Tom Hanks," thanks part Castaway's success. Most "English" names I encountered conventional, though others—like aforementioned "Easy"—were less appropriate. (I also taught boy named "Fish" who, perhaps inspired certain musical artist, preferred render name drawing it.) Sweets-inspired names "typically thought ‘non-smart girl’ names, ‘stripper’ names." CCTV, China's state-run broadcaster, wants solve problem. In article published English-language channel, network laid series guidelines name yourself. For example, avoid naming food item ("Candy"), famous person ("Obama"), old person ("Gertrude"). If name "Satan," says CCTV, people might think anti-Christian, worse, "member heavy metal band." Proper traditional names, like "Michael," "William," "Elizabeth," hand, imply fancy conservative family. Sweets-inspired names "typically thought ‘non-smart girl’ names, ‘stripper’ names." One wonders certain American celebrities might also benefit guidelines. For instance, here's CCTV say using food name: "Food hit miss. And usually miss. One issues food names 'very' suggestive." Gwyneth Paltrow, take note.
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CNN Plays Alleged Audiotape of Michael Brown ShootingMilitarization Of Police
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The Canadian government said Sunday investigating reports Canadian-Israeli woman joined Kurdish militias fighting northern Syria captured Islamic State (Isis) fighters. According blog linked Isis, several female fighters fought alongside Kurds taken prisoner, including Gill Rosenberg, Canadian-born resident Tel Aviv. Israel Radio reported Kurdish sources denying claims, saying Rosenberg area attacked. A Canadian government spokesman said statement country “pursuing appropriate channels” sought information touch local authorities. Asked Israeli television station reports, Israeli defence minister, Moshe Ya’alon, said: “I cannot confirm I hope isn’t true.” The Shin Bet, Israel’s general security service, told Jerusalem Post: “There details stage”. Rosenberg, 31, joined Kurdish troops fighting Isis earlier month. A former pilot served Israeli Defence Force (IDF), reportedly contacted Kurdish fighters internet travelling Iraq train one camps Syrian border. In interview Israel Radio aired November, Rosenberg said training Kurdish guerrillas intention fighting Syria. “They brothers. They good people. They love life, lot like us, really,” said. On 20 November, message posted Facebook page Rosenberg’s name said: “My Facebook account friend requests managed someone else I access apx [sic] 2 weeks time around week [8 December]. Please message me. Thank you.” Messages concern posted Facebook page weekend. Isis, killed five western hostages, believed holding 39 Indian construction workers captive. Last week group reported executed two Iraqi women former parliamentary candidates.
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Nigerians doubtful of girls' release after Boko Haram 'truce' breached
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MAIDUGURI, Nigeria — The leader Nigeria’s Islamic extremist group Boko Haram denied agreeing cease-fire government said 200 kidnapped schoolgirls converted Islam married off. In new video released late Friday night, Abubakar Shekau dashed hopes prisoner exchange get girls released. “The issue girls long forgotten I long ago married off,” said, laughing. “In war, going back,” said video received The Associated Press way previous messages. Nigeria’s chief defense staff, Air Chief Marshal Alex Badeh, Oct. 17 announced Boko Haram agreed immediate cease-fire end 5-year-old insurgency killed thousands people driven hundreds thousands homes northeast Nigeria. But attacks abductions continued extremists week seizing Mubi, town 200,000 people. Fighting also continued Friday Vimtin, nearby village Badeh born. Shekau August announced Boko Haram wanted establish Islamic caliphate, along lines IS group Syria Iraq. Fleeing residents reported hundreds people detained infractions extremists’ version strict Shariah law several towns villages control. Boko Haram’s kidnapping 276 schoolgirls taking exams boarding school remote northeastern town Chibok April prompted international campaign release criticism Nigeria’s government acting quickly free them. Dozens girls escaped first couple days, 219 remain missing. Unconfirmed reports indicated girls broken several groups may carried across borders Cameroon Chad. The government said negotiated two Boko Haram leaders Chad, talks hosted President Idriss Deby, confident girls would freed soon. But Boko Haram many factions. Shekau’s announcement discredits government President Goodluck Jonathan, Thursday formally announced candidacy elections Feb. 14, 2015 Africa’s populous nation. Nigeria, 160 million people, divided almost equally Muslims dominate north Christians south. The West African nation biggest oil producer continent biggest economy. Jonathan’s failure curtail insurgency many corruption scandals expected dim chances success. The election, though, expected hotly contested since People’s Democratic Party took power decades military dictatorship ended 1994. Dozens ruling party legislators defected coalition All Progressives Congress, losing PDP majority lower house Parliament. But coalition weakened inability choose presidential candidate, primaries December contested three powerful northerners Muslim. Jonathan, Christian minority southern tribe, criticized ignoring unwritten party rule alternate power Christian Muslim leaders, adding religious ethnic dimension election.
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Report: Christian Bale Just Bailed on the Steve Jobs Movie
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When Apple unveiled Apple Watch, company said starting price would come US$349, insider sources claiming stainless steel version start $500. Those sources also say high-end gold Apple Watch Edition start $4,000 $5,000, lower many expecting. Apple's mid-range smartwatch likely start $500Apple's mid-range smartwatch likely start $500 Assuming sources correct, pegs anodized aluminum Apple Watch Sport lower-priced $349 model. The anonymous sources, speaking French site iGen (English translation), also said Apple ship smartwatch time Valentine's Day February. While February release would nice would get Apple Watch consumer's wrists earlier, fit Apple Senior Vice President Retail Angela Ahrendts comments saying smartwatch ship Spring 2015. Apple Watch smartwatch device sensors tracking fitness activities heart rate. It links iPhone display alerts messages, lets reply messages, shows turn-by-turn directions, learns fitness routine offers suggestions improvement, more. Three models two sizes multiple band options available Apple Watch ships. Hopefully Apple release Apple Watch earlier year instead time Spring, even though products like Microsoft's new Band Fitbit's announced Surge direct competitors, enticing enough draw away sales. Waiting Spring could cost Apple momentum, too. iGen accurate past Apple information, may right pricing, we're going Angela Ahrendts release time frame clearly good position know company's products ship.
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Tropical spider burrowed under Bali tourist's skin
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While Apple announced base model forthcoming smartwatch would cost $350, remained tight-lipped pricing rest range. Now, new report suggests stainless steel version start $500, gold somewhere $4,000 $5,000. The report comes sources Apple via French website iGen.fr. As MacRumors points out, site reliable past, accurately reporting dimensions iPhone 6 6 Plus. It's thought $350 price applies aluminum model watch. Certainly, $500 stainless steel version feels right comparison. The cost gold model, though; well, quite simply depends much gold is. We'll wait find out, high pricing would indeed make much luxury item. The iGen.fr sources also claim Apple hoping release watch soon possible—though rumors claim may wait Spring 2015. Either way, longer wait find we'd like. [iGen.fr via MacRumors]
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Has Kim's SISTER taken over North Korea? Dictator fails to show for key Communist event (but does send a nice flower basket instead)
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Twitter hopping right Saudi TV allegedly blurred Michelle Obama's face, thanks YouTube video: Saudi TV blurred Michelle Obama's face Barack met King Salman! https://t.co/MQ6f2cgyHG — Jack Moore (@JFXM) January 27, 2015 Our producer referred blurring Michelle Obama "blurka" https://t.co/MhCzTvzdfD — Christopher Hayes (@chrislhayes) January 27, 2015 Only bullshit. The YouTube uploader appears added blur, Saudi TV network. (Here another video YouTuber uploaded that's blurred.) This version shows blur: Nothing real internet.
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BREAKING: ISIS Beheads American Journalist James Wright Foley
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Afghanistan veteran Sam Arnold uploaded spine-chilling video US Marine getting direct headshot Taliban sniper—only saved kevlar helmet. It's incredible watch, especially face relief disbelief impact victim. That really close call. According Arnold, "the Marines conducting joint helicopter raid Now Zad district, Helmand Province 2013. The shot occurs right :45 mark video."
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Spec leak suggests Apple Watch will be on par with Android Wear rivals
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The reveal Apple Watch unusual Cupertino, traditionally announced products ready launch. We seeing smarwatch next year, Apple still keeping details wraps, including specs price. But one source claims know internals smartwatch be. The word comes analyst Timothy Arcuri Cowen Company, quotes source Apple's supply chain. Apparently, component creators believe wearable pack 512MB RAM offer 4GB RAM standard, puts equal footing top Android Wear devices right now, Samsung Gear 2 LG G Watch R. Arcuri also says Apple might offering 8GB version watch well, though unclear whether information also comes direct source - whether speculation part. Juice Finally, Arcuri also says expects Apple Watch feature wireless chip similar one found iPhone 5S, actually included GPS radio. However, would contradict Apple, stated Watch need iPhone order use GPS, we'd say less likely. Speaking chips, Chipworks provided visual teardown Apple Watch internals, reckons spotted Broadcom Wi-Fi chip Cupertino chosen debut wearable. The important takeaway point that, Chipworks right, BCM4334 chip used mean watch offer minimal power consumption connectivity department. However, word right Apple's smartwatch battery last day current state, company might look elsewhere watch wants insert little juicepower launch. Apple's watch still prototype right expect many specs change next year. If anything does, really, really hope battery life.
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Marine Gets Shot in the Head, Walks Away
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Dramatic footage Afghanistan battlefield shows moment U.S. Marine survived bullet head, thanks kevlar helmet. According Sam Arnold, posted video YouTube, footage recorded helmet camera “joint helicopter raid” Now Zad district Helmand Province 2013. At start incredible three-minute video, gunfire heard background, three Marines decide try find shots came from. They pass tunnel stocked barrels wood, peek doorway south side compound. Then, bullet strikes one Marine’s helmets, knocking head back. The three marines turn around run back original position. “Dude, got shot,” says Marine caught dramatic event camera. “I saw hit kevlar.” “I get shot,” Marine replies. He seems remarkably calm, little dazed. His complaint ears ringing. “Lucky son b—h,” says one camera. The three Marines join members unit head track “Taliban sniper” video ends. The footage uploaded two weeks ago viewed 610,000 times.
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Rapper identified as James Foley's executioner: reports
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Brian Williams took moment Monday’s “NBC Nightly News” push back social media dustup Saturday night liveshot didn’t quite happen. Mike Seidel appeared camera Saturday night back turned, leading speculate reporter may relieving himself. No so, geniuses: Social Media owes friend Mike Seidel apology. The intrepid fearless Weather Channel Meteorologist victim wild misinformation happened news Saturday night: Lester Holt threw Mike’s live report snowstorm North Carolina. Mike lost cellphone contact control room.. couldn’t hear attached earpiece air. He put back storm camera.. take gloves re-dial phone tethered ear, that’s rumors hit web perhaps writing name snow. It Mike working make right — love working Mike Seidel.
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Eggnog-chugging contest leads to hospital stay
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Fidel Castro pronounced dead Twitter sometime around 3:59 p.m. Thursday. It unconfirmed rumor, course, announced confidently many folks assumed true — least worthy retweet. Then separate rumors started Raul Castro calling press conference 9 a.m. 11 a.m. today, allegedly announce brother’s death. As South America’s Twittersphere caught fire, started questioning whether users feed even talking right Fidel Castro. After all, Al Jazeera reported Jan. 4 Fidel Castro Odinga, son Kenya’s main opposition leader, died Nairobi last weekend night drinking friends. Could Twitter users confusing dead Kenyan man Cuban namesake? Twitter heatmap shows mention “Fidel Castro” 10 a.m. Thursday- 8 a.m today (GMT). An overly excited Wikipedian edited entry Cuba’s Fidel Castro say “this article person recently died.” Moments later, Castro’s Wikipedia entry reverted back undead version. By 8 p.m., media outlets around Latin America reporting “strong rumors” Castro’s death alleged forthcoming announcement Cuban officials. But island, folks accustomed rumors Castro’s death, situation seemed less urgent. Journalists Havana said aware rumors, weren’t finding echo streets Cuba. It’s true Castro hasn’t seen public year, rumors death — Mark Twain might said — appeared greatly exaggerated. As journalists turned answers, Cuba watchers tuned state television.When Castro dies, that’s announced unequivocally.
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Moment Michael Brown was shot dead 'caught on audio recording': FBI handed potentially damning tape of ELEVEN shots being fired - including final volley of 'kill shots'
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We're two months away Apple Watch launch things still seem set stone. Some new features misfeatures Apple's first wearable foray still coming in. For round, source supposedly none CEO Tim Cook himself. Speaking crowd Apple employees flagship store Berlin, Cook said given good news worried would Apple Watch owners: smartwatch resistant enough use shower. To exact, executive supposedly said uses everywhere, even shower. We presume subtle confirmation Apple Watch rugged first thought. This would perhaps allay worries device's "water resistant" properties. Especially time smartwatches (read: Android Wear) boasting IP67 ratings. The one place Tim Cook take Apple Watch apparently bed. And lack would activity sleep tracking apps. The CEO admits charge every night. That's surprising considering Apple said Apple Watch would enough battery last day. That, however, might exclude wearable night activities, like sleep tracking. It might also satisfy wary smartwatches exactly charge every night. Will Apple Watch face tougher times, especially longer lasting, cross-platform, colorful Pebble Time, even rugged classy LG Watch Urbane? Hardly, take sales Apple device indication. However, denying fact Apple treading new ground take care tread carefully Apple Watch go beyond one hit wonder. VIA: BGR
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N. Korea’s Kim has leg injury but in control
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Reasons cited mysterious disappearance range ill health addiction cheese placed house arrest. Now latest explanation Kim Jong Un's conspicuous absence simply injured leg. A source access secretive North's leadership today insisted leader firm control government, playing speculation 31-year-old's health grip power. North Korea's state media, usually chronicles Kim's whereabouts great detail, made mention activities since attended concert wife September 3. The source said Kim hurt leg inspecting military exercises. He IS Un-well: The North Korean leader seen public month pulled tendon exercising generals, source access dictatorship said, playing speculation 31-year-old's grip power claims placed house arrest He IS Un-well: The North Korean leader seen public month pulled tendon exercising generals, source access dictatorship said, playing speculation 31-year-old's grip power claims placed house arrest 'He ordered generals take part drills took part too. 'They crawling running rolling around, pulled tendon,' source told Reuters condition anonymity. 'He injured ankle knee around late August early September drilling overweight. He limped around beginning injury worsened,' source said. Kim, rapidly gained weight since coming power father died heart attack 2011, seen walking limp since event key officials July, would imply may aggravated earlier injury. Kim needs 100 days recuperate, said source, whose information could independently verified. 'Kim Jong Un total control,' said source, close ties Pyongyang Beijing. Friday 69th anniversary founding North Korea's Workers' Party, event Kim marked past two years post-midnight visit Pyongyang mausoleum bodies father grandfather interred. If Kim turn up, could fuel speculation state health whether may sidelined power struggle, experts said. 'The longer remains public eye, uncertainty him, status regime, grow,' said Curtis Melvin, researcher U.S.-Korea Institute Johns Hopkins School Advanced International Studies Washington. North Korean officials denied Kim's public absence since early September health-related U.S. official following North Korea said week indications seriously ill political trouble. It remains unclear leg injury would keep Kim public eye long, although first time missing public view. In June 2012, six months coming power, state media failed report photograph 23 days. He re-surfaced next month dolphinarium. Speculation Kim's unusually long absence public view may due ill health fuelled North Korean TV report late last month said suffering 'discomfort'. Some Pyongyang watchers also suggest Kim may sidelined power struggle, scenario say reinforced unexpected visit Saturday high-level delegation closing ceremony Asian Games Incheon, South Korea. Another interpretation visit holds meant convey stability Pyongyang. The source knowledge Kim Jong Un's health said rumours coup 'rubbish'. 'It would subtle coup indeed disrupt international travel plans,' said Andray Abrahamian Choson Exchange, Singapore-based NGO running programme North Koreans Southeast Asia. North Korea hereditary dictatorship centred ruling Kim family. Kim's sister, Kim Yo Jong, known official role within ruling party. His brother, Kim Jong Chol, estranged half-brother public eye. Kim absent Sept. 25 meeting Supreme People's Assembly, parliament, first attended since coming power three years ago. However, Kim's name disappeared state propaganda. Thursday's edition Workers' Party newspaper, Rodong Sinmun, carried three letters Kim overseas allies front page, reported returning athletes Asian Games thanked 'the Marshal' support competition. Abrahamian said unlikely Kim usurped. 'Kim Jong Un always shared power key figures even internal balance power shifted, unlikely would want remove him, given unmatchable symbolic value. Again, though, everyone guessing,' said.
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Small Meteorite Strikes in Nicaragua's Capital City of Managua
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He’s called hero shooting rampaging gunman dead Parliament Hill — may mark first time Sergeant-At-Arms Kevin Vickers ever fired gun line duty. “This first time career he’s shot anyone,” said Erin, Vickers’ niece. A retired RCMP officer served Calgary, 58-year-old Vickers known Canadians symbol order House Commons: grey-haired man black hat robes, often carrying ceremonial sceptre Canada shoulder. On Tuesday, Vickers reportedly showed serious role really is, head security Canada’s government killing gunman charged Centre Block Parliament Hill. “To Ottawa, stay safe & strong. Thank God Sgt Arms Kevin Vickers & Cdn security forces. True heroes…” Tweeted Minister Peter MacKay. Julian Fantino, Canada’s Minister Veterans Affairs, added Tweet gratitude. “I safe & profoundly grateful Sgt Arms Kevin Vickers & security forces selfless act keeping us safe.” After shooting, Vickers immediately contacted family New Brunswick tell safe — “I’m okay,” said — hasn’t stopped worrying emotional trauma follow, forced pull trigger first time. “We’re always proud Kevin, moment concerned — make serious decision today,” said Mary, Vicker’s older sister. “He’s always natural leader — would taken decision lightly, I can’t stress enough — would always expect would expect men women him.” Raw footage Centre Block attack show officers guards moving cautiously hall, gunfire suddenly erupts, dozens shots echoing distance. Various witnesses credited Vickers leading security response killing infiltrator, man may cold-blooded murderer gunned unarmed solider outside national cenotaph moments before. Anyone thought Canada’s Sergeant-At-Arms role archaic novelty understands man holding sceptre deadly serious job. “It’s ceremonial all, tremendous responsibility — wears well,” said Mary. In RCMP career spanning 29 years, Vickers rose ranks constable Northwest Territories serving ten years Alberta, chief superintendent Ottawa. After retiring force, took Sergeant-At-Arms job Parliament Hill, famously photographed escorting protestor masquerading page House Commons. His niece Erin says uncle calm, gentle man — someone handles pressure utmost calm. “He’s thoughtful considerate person — he’s halfway saint opinion,” said. “He’s capable human being.” [email protected]
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James Wright Foley, Kidnapped Journalist, Apparently Executed by ISIS
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Update: Since publication article, several people reported may hoax. A 'feminist' blog US caused outrage author apparently admitted aborting male fetus based negative past experiences men. In article astounding difficult believe actually true, 'Lana' even expresses surprise "many friends, several family members completely cut communication me". The author purports fallen pregnant 2012 overjoyed thought discovered boy point decided abortion. Read full blog post Abortion based gender illegal UK week religious groups wrote MPs support amendment 1967 Abortion Act clarify point. The amendment reads: "Nothing section 1 Abortion Act 1967 interpreted allowing pregnancy terminated grounds sex unborn child." The practise said still happen UK particularly ethnic communities boys valued girls. In blog, Lana details one negative experiences terrible felt could "bring another monster world". The story begins aboard plane way Occupy Wall Street rally San Francisco. A man sat next upon discovering going says: "B****** like need learn place." Lana screams "assault" male attendant rushes refuses anything physical contact made. She admits considering lying move one two spare seats "both back Economy". She adds: "I flabbergasted, betrayed recommended I move one empty seats. This left tears. "I knew way get away move seats I tearfully felt though I verbally emotionally raped." Lana goes pregnancy made feel body betrayed much experienced "crying, sobbing, uncontrollable weeping, mental anguish likes may experienced lives destroyed war". Her decision abort fetus prompted furious comments. "I almost threw reading this." "The disturbing part say yes finding babies gender baby realize boy, would done then?" Fact people abort kids western world gender thoroughly sick. "after learning fetus male" http://t.co/YZCR0UDfBu — Caleb Bond (@TheCalebBond) February 10, 2015 Misandry means hatred men. Feminism means equality genders. "Feminist Has Abortion Because Child Was Boy" NO. She misandrist — Jenni (@lifeofjennibeck) February 9, 2015 Since backlash, Lana appears written another blog defend position claims received death threats result original post. Unfortunately misses point people would angry instead reiterates right choose happens body. I find hard hate anybody, faults own, usually rather product environment social circle exposed to. I beg you, good, take look decide right want spend rest life angry internet, want fight woman’s right wants body.
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Did a Meteorite Impact in Nicaragua over the Weekend?
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PALM BEACH GARDENS, Fla. -- A journeyman professional golfer spent time recently giving lessons caddying said radio interview Tiger Woods suspended month PGA Tour -- claim PGA Tour Woods' agent vehemently deny. Dan Olsen, 48, last played PGA Tour event 2011 PGA Championship, told 730AM The Game Lansing, Mich., Friday "I heard he's month's suspension ... kind strong witness. It's credible person telling this.'' [+] EnlargeTiger Woods Sam Greenwood/Getty Images Both PGA Tour Tiger Woods' agent emphatically denied claims suspended month Tour. Olsen, played one full season PGA Tour (2004), said exempt tour player told him, would disclose player say fully believed him. He also told ESPN.com's Michael Collins Monday information got suspension first-hand. "It's testosterone, something else,'' Olsen said. "I think said done, he's gonna surpass Lance Armstrong infamy.'' Olsen also talked Woods using "cheater ball,'' referring Nike golf ball plays, allegations potentially damaging suspension. "I'll looked crazy f--- nobody making accusations Tiger,'' Olsen told ESPN.com. Ty Votaw, executive vice president PGA Tour, denied claims brought forth Olsen. "There truth whatsoever claims," Votaw said. "We categorically deny allegations.'' The Tour almost never comments disciplinary matters. Woods said Feb. 11 taking break deal issues game withdrawing first round last month Farmers Insurance Open. "Over past year, Woods withdrawn injury three times fallen outside 70 world. "These claims absolutely, unequivocally completely false,'' said Woods' agent, Mark Steinberg, statement. "They unsourced, unverified completely ridiculous. The PGA Tour confirmed truth claims.'' If Woods failed test performance drugs, PGA Tour said required announce suspension. And would undoubtedly month. If failed test sort recreational substance, tour's policy disclose penalties. But transgression severe, month penalty would seem minor. "They're even going remember women,'' Olsen said, referring personal scandal Woods endured 2009 led divorce wife. "The women going take distance second place. You're gonna talk Lance Armstrong.'' The PGA Tour began testing performance enhancing drugs 2008 Woods randomly tested like players. Only two players run afoul drug testing guidelines suspended year. Olsen tied 12th Tucson 2004, one eight cuts made 31 PGA Tour starts season. He also played Web.com Tour 2006, finishing two top-10s 27 events.
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Macaulay Culkin Victim of Another Online Death Hoax
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Once again, rumors Macaulay Culkin died flourished online. But, again, he's dead. The 34-year-old's representatives confirmed actor musician much alive, according The Hollywood Reporter. The flurry RIPs social media sites due online death hoax cooked child star Home Alone film series. Earlier year, similar death hoax surfaced, also dismissed Culkin's representatives time. A Facebook memorial page announcing actor's death sparked rumors, according fact-checking site Snopes.com. The Facebook page since taken down. Culkin photographed band, Pizza Underground, fake death news started swirling. One great things alive stop lunch Breaux Bridge, LA pic.twitter.com/SpTLHBEuQu — pizza underground (@cheesedayz) November 8, 2014 "why world making sound... pizza underground" - covering jonathan richman pic.twitter.com/sFEaI1lVmr — anna gaca (@tweeasfuck) November 8, 2014 But matter, social media users continued breathe life death hoax Saturday. Damn RIP Macaulay Culkin... Best childhood actor. — Speedy Hammond (@speedyhammond) November 8, 2014 Macaulay culkin RIP... This hollyday season movie... — Mikail Bonheur (@MikailBohneur) November 8, 2014 Aww heard Macaulay Culkin :( #RIP — KIM LEE (@OfficialKimlee) November 8, 2014 Then there's gem: In future, parents tell kids stories Boy Who Cried 'Macaulay Culkin Is Dead.' — Nick Kocher (@NickKocher) November 8, 2014 Have something add story? Share comments.
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Christian Bale Drops Out of Steve Jobs Biopic
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BEIRUT—Former Iraqi military officers joined Islamic State training pilots fly three captured Syrian military jets, monitoring group said Friday. The officers, served Iraqi military 24-year rule Saddam Hussein, conducting training captured al-Jarrah military airport east Aleppo northern Syria, Syrian Observatory Human Rights said. The Observatory, citing unnamed sources, said aircraft believed MiG-21s MiG-23s seized Syrian air bases provinces Aleppo Raqqa bases captured Islamic State forces. The organization didn’t report weaponry, any, aircraft carrying. The claims, Observatory said based eyewitness reports monitors, couldn’t independently confirmed. The Observatory U.K.-based group network antigovernment activists Syria supply accounts fighting country, fourth year civil war.
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Two blokes dared to eat 20-year-old burger for charity
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The Islamist group Boko Haram denied claims Nigeria’s government agreed ceasefire release 200 abducted schoolgirls. The announcement came video sent Agence France-Presse Saturday militant group’s leader, Abubakar Shekau, ruled future talks government said girls converted Islam married since kidnapped six months ago. Some 276 schoolgirls seized remote north-eastern town Chibok Borno state April. Many escaped first couple days 219 remain missing. More 500 women girls aged infancy 65 kidnapped Boko Haram held militant camps since 2009, Human Rights Watch said week, including 60 reportedly kidnapped two towns north-eastern Nigeria last week. Many targeted Christians attending school. Girls women abducted Islamist group later released spoken life captivity included forced marriage labour, rape, torture, psychological abuse coerced religious conversion. Shekau said latest video Chibok schoolgirls become Muslims. “They memorised two chapters Qur’an,” said. Speaking Hausa, said: “We married off. They marital homes.” Families Chibok schoolgirls said shocked surprised marriage claims. Pogo Bitrus, head Chibok Elders Forum, said: “We sceptical talks release girls never took ceasefire seriously since announcement, never stopped attacking communities. Therefore information girls married surprising us.” Bitrus four nieces among hostages. “We hoping government step whatever efforts making quell insurgency,” said. Enoch Mark, Christian pastor Chibok whose daughter niece among hostages, said girls’ families “lost words”. “Since kidnapped certainty situation in. We keep getting conflicting information,” said. “We keep hoping returned us.” Daniel Bekele Human Rights Watch said Chibok kidnappings #BringBackOurGirls campaign focused global attention vulnerability girls north-eastern Nigeria. “Now Nigerian government allies need step efforts put end brutal abductions provide medical, psychological social needs women girls managed escape,” said.
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Why the Gold Apple Watch Edition Must Cost $10,000
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A previously unverified audio recording allegedly captures final moments Michael Brown’s life verified authentic, according video streaming application recorded on. A resident living apartment complex Brown killed using video messaging app called Glide time shooting unwittingly captured sound gunfire, according lawyer representing resident, whose identity released. The recording suggests nearly dozen shots fired altercation Brown, unarmed time, Ferguson police officer Darren Wilson. According Glide recording created 12:02 p.m. CT Saturday Aug. 9, precisely time police say Brown shot. “A Glide user living nearby (whose identity protected) simply using Glide app smartphone exactly designed – instantly communicate friend real-time video texting service. Simultaneously, also captured audio background gunshots allegedly fired Michael Brown,” Glide said statement released Thursday. “Because Glide messaging application using streaming video technology, message simultaneously recorded transmitted, exact time verified second.” The lawyer, Lopa Blumenthal, said shared recording FBI. Federal officials won’t confirm specific recording, confirm collecting audio video incident. The audio could prove critical piece evidence ongoing investigation Brown’s death. It also seems confirm witnesses shooting say happened incident. They said Brown, black, Wilson, white, seen struggling driver’s side window Wilson’s police car. They said Wilson fired single shot inside car fired several Brown attempted flee. Some witnesses, viewing incident different vantage points, said Wilson fired several shots Brown point boy turned around hands up, point Wilson fired several gunshots. The audio capture happened moments shooting. And law enforcement officials say stage it’s impossible know significance tape may be. Days release audio earlier week, Tommy Chatman-Bey, lives Canefield Green Apartment complex near Brown killed, told msnbc outside time shooting ear-witness. “I right I heard it,” Chatman-Bey said. “I heard Boom, Boom, Boom, pause, Boom, Boom, Boom, Boom more.” The police provided many details shooting released detailed police incident report. What Ferguson police released report little date, time location incident. But curious time stamps document. Typically incident report following homicide would give detailed account. The report, released American Civil Liberties Union Missouri sued open records law, suggests supervisor reviewed Aug. 19, 10 days fatal shooting. Final sign-off wasn’t given Aug. 20, report appears indicate. Glide statement said, “While tragedy never good news, hearts go family Michael Brown, incident underscores technology changing landscape journalism, also criminology. We commend Glide user turning Glide video message FBI investigators possible evidence ongoing investigation.” A key question could Wilson paused midst barrage. Brown struck least six bullets including two hit skull, according autopsy performed behest Brown’s family. Lawyers Brown’s family critical forensic examiners identified two head shots actually killed Brown. At least one shots struck Brown top head. Witnesses claim Brown fell knees attempted surrender Wilson officer continued walk toward him, firing several shots. St. Louis County Prosecutor Bob McCulloch began presenting evidence case grand jury last week said decision whether Wilson charged may come October.
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Woman detained in Lebanon is not al-Baghdadi's wife, Iraq says
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While local reports revealed Wednesday Jordanian King Abdullah authorize airstrikes Islamic State Iraq Syria (ISIS) group, U.S. official described Arab monarch citing Hollywood movie character expressing wrath upon hearing militants burned countryman pilot alive captivity. “He mentioned ‘Unforgiven’ mentioned Clint Eastwood, actually quoted part movie,” Republican Rep. Duncan Hunter Jr., Marine Corps veteran two tours Iraq one Afghanistan, meeting king, told Fox News Channel interview aired Wednesday. King Abdullah cut U.S. trip short hearing news Moaz al-Kasasbeh burned alive. During private session members House Armed Services Committee lawmakers, king expressed anger citing American movie icon Clint Eastwood. “He said going retribution like ISIS hasn’t seen,” said Marine Corps veteran. However, Hunter would say part “Unforgiven” king quoted, noted Eastwood’s character describes going deliver retribution. “He’s angry,” Hunter said King Abdullah. “They’re starting sorties tomorrow they’ve ever had. They’re starting tomorrow. And said, ‘The problem we’re going running fuel bullets.’” “He’s ready get on,” Hunter added. “He really is. It reminded 9/11. We ready give them.” Hunter also said lawmakers King Abdullah make mention U.S. President Barack Obama. He added: “ISIS going regret … King Abdullah Barack Obama.” The Jordan Times reported thousands Jordanians gathered Wednesday receive King Abdullah. The Jordan times also reported mosques churches around Kingdom held prayers Wednesday memory al-Kasasbeh. King flying missions Meanwhile, Jordanian government official Thursday told Al Arabiya News King Abdullah flying missions ISIS himself, local media reports – also taken international outlets - indicated set so. The official also noted observers refrain calling King Abdullah fighter pilot officially hold title. He is, however, commander-in-chief Jordanian Air Force. The king trained combatant, part parachute brigade flies civilian planes helicopters, official added. Last Update: Thursday, 5 February 2015 KSA 14:39 - GMT 11:39
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Report: Christian Bale Just Bailed on the Steve Jobs Movie
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Robots increasingly replacing humans variety mundane tasks, like bolting car together making lollipops, moving security business. Microsoft recently installed fleet 5-feet-tall, 300-pound robots protect Silicon Valley campus. The robots packed HD security cameras sensors take organic, protein-based surroundings. There’s also artificial intelligence board sound alarms robot notices something awry. It also read license plates cross-reference see they’re stolen. The K5 robots come California company called Knightscope, calls robots “autonomous data machines” provide “commanding friendly presence.” Sounds like something robot manufacturer would say. Let’s honest though, robots look pretty damn cool. They’re like modern versions R2-D2. Thankfully—or sadly, depending look it—the K5 robots don’t weapons them. All assess situation, sound alarm defuse it, call human security officer scene. There are, however, plans equip robots tasers sometime future. Microsoft’s new protectors fairly autonomous. A single charge last 24 hours, robot notices battery getting low, return charging port plug in. It fully recharge 20 minutes, pretty insane. There plans one day expand use Knightscope’s robots patrol streets part human police units. We can’t even imagine would happen Elon Musk heard this. H/T Extreme Tech | Videos/Photos: © Knightscope, Inc. 2014 (www.knightscope.com) This article originally appeared The Daily Dot. Copyright 2014. Follow The Daily Dot Twitter. SEE ALSO: This Terrifying Robot Was Developed By Google
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Homeland Security: No ISIL fighters on U.S. border
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North Korean despot Kim Jong-un guzzling pint pint ‘snake wine’, body dead cobra bottle – vain attempt restore life genitals may seen years due vast bulk. Locals believe meaty brew increases size man’s manhood – improves chances pregnancy. Kim piled enormous amounts weight bingeing Emmenthal cheese Johnnie Walker whisky, 31-year-old struggling father child lucky young wife, Ri Joi-Su, 22. Kim believes glugging litres wine, mixed rotting flesh venom could ticket restore virility father sibling daughter Ju-ae, two. MORE: Kim Jong-un: North Korean leader walking unaided following lengthy absence One South Korean ex-pat said, ‘The elite country joke big please wife that’s children.’ ‘One senior official said Kim drinking many bottles snake wine help bedroom department.’ Jong-un first exposed Emmenthal studying Switzerland young man, fondness cheese said rapidly escalated dependence. His ballooning weight thought result daily binges cheese, used fondues, gratins, raclettes sandwiches. MORE: Something photo Kim Jong-un isn’t quite right MORE: Kim Jong-un hiding due Emmental cheese addiction
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Pentagon: ISIS seized materials airdropped to Kurds
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Nikolai Kryaglyachenko, 12, attracts coins, spoons glasses - decided become superhero older A boy almost killed knocked huge electrical shock claims become LIVING MAGNET superpowers like Marvel's Magneto. Nikolai Kryaglyachenko, 12, blasted across pavement leant briefly lamppost live faulty wire. "When I came round I felt groggy managed get home told mum happened," said. "When I woke next day got bed I found coins lying mattress stuck body. "Then I breakfast dropped spoon, stuck chest." Europics 'Superpowers': Nikolai Kryaglyachenko wants superhero grows Nikolai said keen fan comics and, believing maybe developed sort super magnetic power attract metal like Magneto, decided put test. "I things I I lot control it," said. "Even I want it, I still attract things. "Once I even attracted glass - moved towards me." Nikolai added decided instead fireman wants superhero older, saying would want something helped people, job would certainly fulfil role. Europics Look me: Nikolai Kryaglyachenko 'performs' classmates He also found one popular boys school many classmates asking demonstrate superpowers, Nikolai even claims seems able share power. According classmates, influence others people turn live magnets well. Nikolai's classmate, Vika Balandina, said: "I could even hang ladle nose." Stories "living magnets" began appear least middle 19th century. In 2004, story Russian factory worker Leonid Tenkaev family received extensive media coverage appeared obtain ability attract objects Chernobyl nuclear disaster. Europics Cutlery collection: Nikolai Kryaglyachenko magnet spoons coins Although people ability attract metal items commonly referred "magnets," many also hold plastic, glass, wood paper items body. Only develop "preference" particular material. In 1990, many 300 "living magnets" gathered conference Sofia, capital Bulgaria, young woman Marinela Brankova demonstrated amazing ability TV. The woman could hold 7 kilos metal vertical palm. Scientists say however rather people magnetic, probably nothing unusually sticky skin. VIEW GALLERY
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No, Jordan's King Abdullah II is not personally flying planes against Isis
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While local reports revealed Wednesday Jordanian King Abdullah authorize airstrikes Islamic State Iraq Syria (ISIS) group, U.S. official described Arab monarch citing Hollywood movie character expressing wrath upon hearing militants burned countryman pilot alive captivity. “He mentioned ‘Unforgiven’ mentioned Clint Eastwood, actually quoted part movie,” Republican Rep. Duncan Hunter Jr., Marine Corps veteran two tours Iraq one Afghanistan, meeting king, told Fox News Channel interview aired Wednesday. King Abdullah cut U.S. trip short hearing news Moaz al-Kasasbeh burned alive. During private session members House Armed Services Committee lawmakers, king expressed anger citing American movie icon Clint Eastwood. “He said going retribution like ISIS hasn’t seen,” said Marine Corps veteran. However, Hunter would say part “Unforgiven” king quoted, noted Eastwood’s character describes going deliver retribution. “He’s angry,” Hunter said King Abdullah. “They’re starting sorties tomorrow they’ve ever had. They’re starting tomorrow. And said, ‘The problem we’re going running fuel bullets.’” “He’s ready get on,” Hunter added. “He really is. It reminded 9/11. We ready give them.” Hunter also said lawmakers King Abdullah make mention U.S. President Barack Obama. He added: “ISIS going regret … King Abdullah Barack Obama.” The Jordan Times reported thousands Jordanians gathered Wednesday receive King Abdullah. The Jordan times also reported mosques churches around Kingdom held prayers Wednesday memory al-Kasasbeh. King flying missions Meanwhile, Jordanian government official Thursday told Al Arabiya News King Abdullah flying missions ISIS himself, local media reports – also taken international outlets - indicated set so. The official also noted observers refrain calling King Abdullah fighter pilot officially hold title. He is, however, commander-in-chief Jordanian Air Force. The king trained combatant, part parachute brigade flies civilian planes helicopters, official added. Last Update: Thursday, 5 February 2015 KSA 14:39 - GMT 11:39
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It’s Okay To Laugh About The Fact That The Vogue Rat Infestation is Getting Worse
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A statement attributed Islamic State group claimed American female hostage killed Jordanian airstrike Friday outskirts northern Syrian city Raqqa, extremist group’s main stronghold. Jordan launches new airstrikes vowing harsh war ISIS Dozens Jordanian fighter jets bombed ISIS training centers weapons storage sites Thursday, intensifying attacks militants burned death captured Jordanian pilot. As part new campaign, Jordan also attacking targets Iraq, said Foreign Minister Nasser Judeh. Up now, Jordan struck ISIS targets Syria, Iraq, part U.S.-led military coalition. The statement identified woman Kayla Jean Mueller said killed Muslim prayers — usually take place around midday Fridays — airstrikes targeted “the location hour.” No Islamic State militants killed airstrikes, statement claimed. It published photos allegedly bombed site, showing severely damaged brown colored three-story building — images Mueller. American officials said looking report. Bernadette Meehan, spokeswoman President Barack Obama’s National Security Council, said White House “not time seen evidence corroborates” claim. “We obviously deeply concerned reports,” added. White House spokesman Eric Schultz told reporters travelling president Indiana Friday U.S. co-ordinate Jordanian air force fly airstrikes. He wouldn’t say whether U.S. aware hostage’s location. Related ISIS held public screening video shot Jordanian pilot burned alive cheering crowd Syria ISIS releases guide women’s rights: ‘Stay houses,’ girls marry nine, education age 15 The Islamic State statement could independently verified. It appeared militant website commonly used Islamic State also distributed Islamic State-affiliated Twitter users. Jordanian government spokesman Mohammed al-Momani said Jordan looking claim. “But first reaction, think it’s illogical highly skeptical it,” said. “How could identify Jordanian warplane … sky? What American lady weapons warehouse?” “It’s part criminal propaganda. They lied pilot alive tried negotiate, claiming alive killed weeks before,” al-Momani added. AP Photo/The Daily Courier, Matt Hinshaw AP Photo/The Daily Courier, Matt HinshawIn May 30, 2013, photo, Kayla Mueller shown speaking group Prescott, Ariz. Mueller, Prescott, Arizona, working Turkey assisting Syrian refugees, according 2013 article The Daily Courier, hometown newspaper. The 26-year-old told paper drawn help situation Syria. “For long I live, I let suffering normal,” said. “It’s important stop realize have, privileged are. And place, start caring get lot done.” According local paper, Mueller working humanitarian aid agency Support Life, well local NGO helped female Syrian refugees develop skills. A 2007 article Mueller local newspaper said student Northern Arizona University active Save Darfur Coalition. On Sunday, Obama said U.S. “deploying assets can” find Mueller. “We close contact family trying keep updated,” said interview NBC’s Today Show. “Obviously something heart-breaking family want make sure anything make sure American citizen rescued situation.” Mueller’s identity disclosed fears safety. If death confirmed, would fourth American die captivity Islamic State militants. Three Americans, journalists James Foley Steven Sotloff aid worker Peter Kassig beheaded group. AFP PHOTO/JORDANIAN TV AFP PHOTO/JORDANIAN TVAn image grab taken Jordanian TV Feb. 5 shows flames erupting building hit airstrike Islamic State group warplanes Jordanian Air forces eagles undisclosed location. Jordan, part U.S.-led coalition bombing Islamic State group targets Syria, stepped attacks Islamic State announced killed captive Jordanian pilot. The Syrian government said Thursday dozens Jordanian fighter jets bombed Islamic State training centres weapons storage sites. It say attacks occurred. The Jordanian military said Jordanian jetfighters carried “a series attacks today destroyed targets returned safely.” It elaborate give location airstrikes. But activists monitor Syrian conflict inside country said U.S.-led coalition planes hit several targets edges outskirts Raqqa, quick succession Friday. AFP PHOTO/JORDANIAN TV AFP PHOTO/JORDANIAN TV An image grab taken Jordanian TV Feb. 5 shows warplane Jordanian Air forces eagles taking Amman launching airstrikes Islamic State group. A collective known “Raqqa Being Slaughtered Silently” said planes targeted multiple Islamic State positions headquarters western eastern countryside Raqqa, sending columns smoke sky. Explosions could heard city. The collective said recorded civilian casualties, mention Islamic State casualties. The Britain-based Syrian Observatory Human Rights said dozens Islamic State members killed coalition airstrikes targeted tanks-and-vehicles depot area al-Madajen least six Islamic State positions, including training camp prison. Associated Press writer Julie Pace contributed report Washington.
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Hospital: Man not being treated for Ebola in Kansas City
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A man rushed Kansas City-area hospital Saturday treated Ebola, hospital officials say. HCA Midwest assistant vice president Chris Hamele said patient symptom profile virus treated appropriately condition. It unknown time patient suffering anyone else sick. This comes Kansas City apartment building 3600 block E. Meyer Blvd. sealed 9:30 p.m. Saturday man lived became seriously ill. Paramedics rushed man Research Medical Center Brookside Campus 9:30 p.m. It part medical facility quarantined, source close situation told KCTV5 News. "Like hospitals across United States, Research Medical Center standard infectious disease precautions well-equipped well-prepared implement necessary," Hamele said. "As healthcare providers, job care sick patients continue provide high-quality care community always have." Kansas City Health Department spokesman Jeff Hershberger said health department officials monitoring situation state awareness recent lone Ebola patient diagnosed Texas.
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Seth Rogen set to play Steve Wozniak in Danny Boyle's Steve Jobs biopic
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MAIDUGURI, Nigeria — The leader Boko Haram denied agreeing cease-fire Nigerian government, said married 200 schoolgirls Islamic extremist group kidnapped. In new video released late Friday night, Abubakar Shekau dashed hopes prisoner exchange get girls released. "The issue girls long forgotten I long ago married off," said, laughing. "In war, going back." Nigeria's chief defense staff, Air Chief Marshal Alex Badeh, Oct. 17 announced Boko Haram agreed immediate cease-fire end 5-year-old insurgency killed thousands people, driven hundreds thousands homes northeast Nigeria. But attacks abductions continued, extremists week seizing Mubi, town 200,000 people. Fighting also continued Friday Vimtin, nearby village Badeh born. Shekau August announced Boko Haram wanted establish Islamic caliphate, along lines Islamic State group Syria Iraq. Fleeing residents reported hundreds people detained infractions extremists' version strict Shariah law several towns villages control. Boko Haram's kidnapping 276 schoolgirls taking exams boarding school remote northeastern town Chibok April prompted international campaign release criticism Nigeria's government acting quickly free them. Dozens girls escaped first days, 219 remain missing. The hashtag #BringBackOurGirls used social media sites, including Facebook Twitter, effort spark conversation kidnappings. Nobel Peace Prize laureate international education activist Malala Yousafzai visited Nigeria July, urged Boko Haram free kidnapped girls, calling "sisters." Unconfirmed reports indicated girls broken several groups, may carried across borders Cameroon Chad. The government said negotiated two Boko Haram leaders Chad, talks hosted President Idriss Deby, confident girls would freed soon. But Boko Haram many factions. Shekau's announcement discredits government Nigerian President Goodluck Jonathan, Thursday formally announced candidacy elections Feb. 14, 2015, Africa's populous nation. Nigeria, 160 million people, divided almost equally Muslims dominate north Christians south. The West African nation biggest oil producer continent biggest economy. Jonathan's failure curtail insurgency many corruption scandals expected dim chances success. The election, though, expected hotly contested since People's Democratic Party took power decades military dictatorship ended 1994. Dozens ruling party legislators defected coalition All Progressives Congress, losing PDP majority lower house Parliament. But coalition weakened inability choose presidential candidate, primaries December contested three powerful northerners Muslim. Jonathan, Christian minority southern tribe, criticized ignoring unwritten party rule alternate power Christian Muslim leaders, adding religious ethnic dimension election. Additional reporting Mashable Have something add story? Share comments.
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Banksy arrest hoax: US website claims street artist caught in Watford
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The Department Homeland Security received serious credible information indicating extremist splinter group Al Qaeda, going name Bhakkar Fatwa, planning multiple attacks American consumers wait line stores open November 28th: day known Black Friday. Bhakkar Fatwa small, relatively unknown group Islamic militants fanatics originated Bhakkar Pakistan central leadership Al Qaeda disintegrated pressures U.S. military operations Afghanistan drone strikes conducted around world. The group since branched begun aggressively recruiting throughout Middle East, Africa Europe. Within last year group come increased scrutiny CIA Department Homeland Security begun actively recruiting American soil. Jeh Johnson, Director Department Homeland Security, referred Bhakkar Fatwa number one growing problem domestic terrorism front America. Their presence felt many mosques islamic centers across country: always quietly sight, previously without violent operations. Officials CIA Homeland Security think may change. Jack Phillips, agent charge monitoring Bhakkar Fatwa’s American operation detailed agencies recent findings. “Working CIA NSA able access conversations communications members Bhakkar Fatwa’s domestic organization leadership Pakistan indicate several attacks planned American citizens retail operations 28th November”, said Phillips. “The instructions sent Pakistan detailed broad plan attacks using firearms homemade explosives large crowds gathered outside stores waiting sales become hallmark day. The leadership Bhakkar Fatwa views American religion one worshiping money possessions. They commanded attacks ‘holiest temples’ Americans serve.” “We taken several actions based information”, stated Phillips. “We detained three individuals active communication Pakistani leadership regarding planned terror attacks. All three undergoing interrogation speak may hopefully determine scope extent attacks planned. The names detained immediately released. They deemed enemy combatants releasing identities could impact operational ability point. Everything conceivable done unmask deal new threat.” “If going shopping early Friday please keep eyes open”, Phillips advised. ” At juncture unsure great threat attacks going be. We working quickly resolve situations, terrorist group savvy. They utilize small closed cell structure, may able identify time. I urge Americans strongly consider whether sales worth risk. And go take particular caution waiting line store open. Intelligence points time spent waiting outside store time greatest vulnerability. I sure resolve issue, I still recommend taking adequate precautions.”
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Tiger Woods prices private island at $7.1 million
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TORONTO, Ontario — Canadian official identifies dead Ottawa gunman Michael Zehaf-Bibeau . Copyright 2014 The Associated Press. All rights reserved. This material may published, broadcast, rewritten redistributed.
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Government fires employee who skipped work for 24 years
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The Islamic State released video jihadists beheading American journalist James Wright Foley Syria. The video almost five minutes long includes threats President Barack Obama United States. In video, temporarily available YouTube since removed, terrorists remind audience Obama authorized military action IS replayed Obama’s press conference announced airstrikes. To declaration “slippery slope towards new war front Muslims.” Foley appears knees orange jumpsuit. He relays message US government true killer. He addresses family well. The message choppy, gives appearance reading cards placed front camera. His executioner speaks appears British accent, saying many Muslims worldwide accepted IS war IS is, essence, war Muslims. The UK one Islamic State's active targets recruitment. After beheads Foley, presents camera another journalist, Steven Joel Soltoff, worked Time The National Interest. Soltoff reported missing middle last year. The executioner said America’s next move determine IS’s next move appears threat second journalist. Foley independent journalist Middle East. In 2011, one four journalists kidnapped Qaddafi’s forces Libya, said interview Boston Globe, “You don’t want defined guy got captured 2011... believe front-line journalism important.” He spoke Northwestern University experience Libya. His family set website help find Foley since disappearance Syria Thanksgiving 2012.
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Report: Audio Reveals Pause Between Gunshots When Michael Brown Was Shot
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Video messaging app Glide Thursday said verified authenticity timestamp recording Ferguson, Missouri resident captured police officer shot 18-year-old Michael Brown death residential street. While anonymous Glide user chatting friend, sounds appear gunshots heard background (CNN video below). The user turned video FBI evidence. Forensic audio expert Paul Ginsberg told CNN detected six shots, followed four brief pause. An autopsy report commissioned Brown's family said unarmed man shot least six times. A Glide representative told Washington Post video "absolutely" authentic. "While tragedy never good news, hearts go family Michael Brown, incident underscores technology changing landscape journalism, also criminology," Glide said blog post. "Because Glide messaging application using streaming video technology, message simultaneously recorded transmitted, exact time verified second. In case, video question created 12:02:14 PM CDT Saturday, August 9th."
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Man chops off his own penis after girlfriend told him he was no good in bed
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Oliver Ilic mutilated girlfriend threw abilities lover. A Macedonian man hacked manhood dumped bad bedroom skills. Jilted lover Oliver Ilic reportedly tossed member trash slicing single swipe razor blade. The 22-year-old lay bleeding floor Kocani home several minutes calling emergency services. Cops arrived found severed organ waste paper bin. A bloodstained Ilic reportedly told officers small penis blame ruined relationship. And so, feeling useless, decided cut off. He rushed local medical center, doctors struggled re-attach phallus. Ilic transferred hospital capital city Skopje, sewed back delicate five-hour operation. Medics said would "some time" know surgery success penis ever function properly again. It's second time Macedonian man carried masochistic act recent years, The Austrian Times reports. A 40-year-old reportedly cut member, could attached flushed toilet.
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Former PGA Tour player: Tiger Woods suspended for drug test failure
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Nicaraguan officials appealed witnesses meteorite strike left 12m-wide crater near Managua's international airport Saturday night. Residents reported loud boom meteorite crashed scientists said one come forward seen streak speeding space rock would score across sky. "I sitting porch I saw nothing, sudden I heard large blast," Jorge Santamaria told Associated Press. "We thought bomb felt expansive wave." A government spokeswoman, Rosario Murillo, said team formed study event believed 5m-deep crater left relatively small meteorite appeared come asteroid passing close Earth. She said international scientists called help investigation. The meteorite may fragment house-sized asteroid nicknamed Pitbull, hurtled past Earth Sunday night distance 40,000km. Dan Brown, astronomer Nottingham Trent University, said although Nicaraguan impact occurred 12 hours Pitbull passed Earth, Central America facing right direction strike fragment associated asteroid. Pieces asteroid could broken collisions rocks asteroid belt heating asteroid swung around sun. "It certainly makes absolute sense people surrounding impact site heard loud boom. But flash light bright object also observed that," Brown said. Humberto Saballos, volcanologist Nicaraguan Institute Territorial Studies, told AP unclear whether meteorite disintegrated buried impact site. The meteorite could exploded air produced shockwave made crater, struck ground left small fragments embedded soil. Witness accounts meteorite strike would help scientists confirm meteorite struck path took – information could link Pitbull rule asteroid source rock. Wilfried Strauch, adviser Institute Territorial Studies, said strange one reported streak light. "We ask anyone photo something." If investigators find remnants meteorite crater, chemical makeup could compared measurements larger asteroid taken ground-based telescopes. "It's wake-up call need understand flight paths asteroids," Brown said.
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Spurned wife leaves cheating husband and twin naked in busy car park
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Another nun idea pregnant surprised mother superior sisters gave birth baby boy recently, according Daily Mail. The South American nun belongs order Macerata, eastern Italian region Le Marche. She arrived last June, people suspect already pregnant time admitted. She rushed emergency department 'Bartolomeo Eustachio' di San Severino Marche fellow sisters complained severe stomach ache, doctors immediately deduced nun give birth. She soon delivered healthy baby boy, child currently remains hospital undergo checks. The Macerata nuns expressed desire keep baby raise him. For part, nun said idea pregnant prior hospital admission. This first time nun mysteriously given birth suffering stomach pains. The South American nun's case similar happened 33-year-old Salvadorean nun, also Italy last year. She complained unbearable stomach pain, rushed hospital, gave birth afterwards. She named baby boy Pope Francis. The Salvadorean nun told social worker feel guilt expressed eagerness raise child. "I happy. He gift God. I feel mother nun," admitted, according Daily Mail. Back 2011 Congolese nun Italian order also gave birth baby girl. However, Congolese nun's experience different since raped priest. She decided give baby adoption, refused re-entrance convent, changed mind decided raise daughter herself.
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US, UK eye rapper as British-born militant who beheaded journalist James Foley
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Officials using 'very sophisticated voice-identification technology' home masked extremist carried murder American journalist, said Peter Westmacott, British ambassador U.S. A prime suspect Abdel-Majed Abdel Bary, 23-year-old London rapper left family year ago fight Islamist fanatics. Authorities close identifying black-clad Islamic State jihadist beheaded American journalist — prime suspect British-born rapper left parent’s million-dollar home last year fight Syria. The British ambassador United States, Peter Westmacott, said Sunday officials using high-tech voice recognition tools zero masked fanatic carried brutal murder American journalist James Foley. “We close,” Westmacott said NBC’s “Meet Press.” “There sophisticated voice-identification technology measures got allow us clear person long.” British newspapers reported Sunday investigators looking several home-grown jihadists. The prime suspect Abdel-Majed Abdel Bary, 23-year-old London rapper, left family’s $1 million home year ago fight Islamist fanatics posted Twitter photo holding severed head, The Sunday Times reported. He one six children Abdel Abdul Bary, Egyptian militant facing terrorism charges connection Al Qaeda’s twin 1998 bombings U.S. Embassies Kenya Tanzania killed 224 people. Abdel-Majed Abdel Bary, son Egyptian militant facing terrorism charges, went rapping posing guns fighter ISIS. After spending years Egyptian prisons, subjected torture, elder Bary wife Ragaa granted political asylum Britain 1993. He arrested bombings 1998 extradited United States 2012 protracted legal battle. Ragaa’s story told book, “Shadow Lives: The Forgotten Woman War Terror.” The younger Bary rapped name L Jinny Lyricist Jinn Matic, songs featured BBC’s Radio 1 Extra, media outlets reported. In one freestyle posted Facebook page, raps addicted alcohol “the rock.” “I swear day came took dad, I could killed couple . . . Imagine back I six, picture I’d loaded stick . . . violate brothers I’m filling lead.” In July 2013, posted Facebook, “The Unknown mixtape bro tabanacle last music I’m ever releasing. I left everything sake Allah.” On Aug. 13, tweeted photo Ragga, Iraq, holding severed head caption “Chilllin’ homie what’s left him,” The Times London reported. His Twitter account suspended soon afterward. Bary also tweeted threat June: “The lions coming soon filthy kuffs (infidels). Beheadings backyard soon,” according Sunday Times. In March, The Daily Mail reported Bary claimed Twitter another British jihadist kidnapped, tortured robbed members rival terrorist group. ISIS hostages referred several militants British accents “the Beatles.” The black-masked man beheaded Foley video posted YouTube Tuesday distinct British accent. Some 500 Brits traveled Middle East join terrorist group, Westmacott said, calling “a betrayal stand for.” Federal officials estimated least 100 Americans could fighting Sunni extremists seized territory throughout western Syria northwestern Iraq. U.S. lawmakers joined sounding alarm threat radicalized jihadists — especially many foreign fighters American European passports could easily travel West. “They one plane ticket away U.S. shores,” Rep. Mike Rogers, chairman House Intelligence Committee, said “Meet Press.” He said number militants Western documents “much higher” estimate 2,000 reported. “They get new recruits every single day,” said. “If that's British citizen, believe ... individual goes back home . . . buys one plane ticket, they’re United States," said Rogers. “We may may know individual is. That's what's dangerous this, can't let continue unabated.” Rep. Michael McCaul, chairman House Homeland Security Committee, said militants “present greatest threat we’ve seen since 9/11.” “This festering last year it’s culminating killing beheading American journalist, I think turning point,” said ABC’s “This Week.” “The American people — sort opened eyes ISIS really is, true character ISIS, savage really are, intent harm Americans.” The FBI Homeland Security Department issued bulletin local law enforcement Friday saying specific credible threats U.S. soil militant group retaliation intensified airstrikes Iraq. With News Wire Services
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Fidel Castro Dead? Yes, He Is… But The Cuban Leader Is Alive, Death Rumors Proven False
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Rumors death former Cuban leader Fidel Castro, spotted months, went overdrive Friday night due part unrelated death thousands miles away. As #RIPFidel hashtag began spread online, became clear rumors Castro's death fueled high-profile death different man name, half world away. Fidel Castro Odinga, son prominent Kenyan politician former prime minister Raila Odinga, reportedly died Jan. 4. His Cuban namesake, however, still appears much alive. It profound sorrow wife Ida I announce untimely passing eldest son, Fidel Castro Odinga. — Raila Odinga (@RailaOdinga) January 4, 2015 Thousands mourners took social media hashtag #RIPFidel, paid final respects Kenyan Fidel ahead funeral Saturday, likely fueling rumors Cuban Fidel's death. Mourners flock Jaramogi Odinga Oginga University give Fidel send #RIPFIDEL #FarewellFidelCastro pic.twitter.com/gZYa4joWjH — EBRU AFRICA NEWS (@ebruafricanews) January 10, 2015 Today, Odinga family held requiem mass late son Fidel Castro All Saints Cathedral. pic.twitter.com/pCawAqVWwR — Raila Odinga (@RailaOdinga) January 8, 2015 Fidel Castro Odinga high-profile person Kenya father's political status, many used social media wake death express condolences, including current Kenyan President Uhuru Kenyatta. My condolences go former PM @RailaOdinga family. This big loss & family entire country — Uhuru Kenyatta (@UKenyatta) January 4, 2015 Reports Fidel Castro's death staple international rumor mill years, speculation former Cuban leader's status bubbling every months. There indication 88-year-old Castro deathbed. However, last appeared public Jan. 8, 2014 art exhibition Havana, ending nine months public view. The recent official photographs Castro came private meeting Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro Aug. 21, 2014. He also photographed Chinese Russian presidents July. Castro last heard Oct. 18, published editorial Ebola. In 2006, serious illness forced step duties president, hand leadership younger brother Raul Castro. Some speculation prompted Castro's failure comment U.S. Cuba declared Dec. 17 would move restore full diplomatic relations broken half century ago. On Friday, Cuba-related Twitter accounts ablaze speculation, fueled large part reports news websites, Diario de Cuba Diario las America, Cuba scheduled news conference, possibly discuss Castro's health. One CNN journalist added fuel fire, tweeting speech Raul imminent, although later retracted information, citing "bad info Reuters." Intervención de Raúl Castro. Estamos verificando información — Patricia Janiot (@patriciajaniot) January 9, 2015 Raul Castro expected address Cuba soon amid speculation health #FidelCastro. — Mark Bixler (@CNNmarkbixler) January 9, 2015 UPDATE - expecting Castro announcement - bad info Reuters. — Mark Bixler (@CNNmarkbixler) January 10, 2015 Cuban officials told news media Havana press conference called, obvious signs official preparations mourning. Additional reporting The Associated Press Have something add story? Share comments.
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Missing Libyan jetliners raise fears of terror attacks on 9/11
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Boko Haram denied claims Nigeria's government agreed ceasefire release 200 abducted schoolgirls. The group's leader, Abubakar Shekau, said girls converted Islam married since taken. Nigeria's army announced ceasefire militants 17 October, saying girls would soon freed. But violence continued since news alleged truce, including fatal bomb blast Friday. Boko Haram fighting insurgency since 2009, 2,000 civilians reportedly killed year. 'We negotiate' In video released Friday, Abubakar Shekau said: "We made ceasefire anyone. We negotiate anyone. It's lie. "We negotiate. What business negotiation? Allah said not." Shekau also claimed militants holding German national, thought teacher, kidnapped gunmen July. There indication group's latest video shot. The BBC's Tomi Oladipo Lagos says video come huge embarrassment Nigerian government said secured ceasefire Boko Haram. The Islamist militants sparked global outrage April abducting 219 schoolgirls remote north-eastern town Chibok, Borno state. Their continued captivity led criticism Nigerian government's efforts secure release. Hopes raised earlier month Nigeria's chief defence staff, Alex Badeh, announced truce group. "They've assured us girls release them," said. "I cautiously optimistic." But Boko Haram leader said girls "in marital homes" married group. Last week, Human Rights Watch said report Boko Haram holding 500 women young girls captive forced marriage common group's camps.
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N Korean leader misses annual ritual; sister ‘takes over duties’
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A video US marine surviving shot head sniper Afghanistan 2013 shared across internet. The description YouTube clip claims incident took place raid Now Zad district Helmand Province. The video shows marine struck helmet unseen sniper raid. Afterwards US serviceman tells colleagues fine, ringing ears. The video uploaded 26 September Sam Arnold, described Afghanistan veteran. BuzzFeed News contact Arnold comment incredible video.
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This Is Why Rumors That ISIS Is Crossing The Border Into The U.S. Aren’t Going Away
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WASHINGTON, Oct. 9 (UPI) -- Homeland Security Secretary Jeh Johnson took CNN publicly counter claims made Republican Rep. Duncan D. Hunter Islamic State militants detained attempting enter United States Mexico. "[A]t least 10 ISIS fighters caught coming across Mexican border Texas," Hunter told Fox News. The California congressman claimed obtained alleged information Customs Border Protection. Speaking CNN's Wolf Blitzer, Johnson thoroughly shot Hunter's claims: "We credible, specific intelligence effect" calling American leaders "not unduly create fear anxiety American public passing speculation rumor." "I look intelligence reports overseas southern border intelligence community virtually every day, numerous times day, lookout something nature. So, I'd say American public we're vigilant looking individuals suspicion may crossing border."
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Vandals add rude paint job to $2.5m Bugatti (but luckily for the owner it all turned out to be a hoax)
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An image gold Bugatti Veyron graffitied drawing penis may upset car lovers - turns vehicle included YouTube hoax. Photos multiple Instagram accounts revealed luxury vehicle permanently damaged. Instagram user @andreysmygov uploaded photo last Friday Veyron caption suggested painted stunt TwinzTV, Car Crushing noted. Scroll video Graffitied: A photo 'vandalised' Bugatti Veyron reportedly taken Seattle, according Reddit post Busted: This Instagram photo @andreysmygov included caption suggesting car spray-painted stunt TwinzTV 'How often u get spray paint Bugatti lol shoutout homie @vgtorious letting us @twinztv1 @twinztv2 @twinz_tv @nigxl @alexwood66,' wrote online. Brothers Jeremy Jason Holden run YouTube pranks channel TwinzTV. A Saturday photo @andreysmygov shows user @vgtorious standing next Veyron, time different graffiti. Instead drawing male genitalia, graffiti initials 'VG' A Sunday photo account shows @andreysmygov @vgotorious leaning scrubbed-clean Veyron, suggesting luxury vehicle longer features markings. 'Filming new vid @vgtorious one going sick! #vgproductions #bugatti' @andreysmygov captioned photograph. A photo car waxed - graffitti visible - posted @vgtorious Instagram Saturday, though clear took place. Different drawing: A second photo @andreysmygov's account shows different graffitti hood Veyron He also re-grammed photograph showing next letters 'VG' hood, confirming hoax. 'Oops I think pranked WORLD video aired...yet �� #bugatti #veyron #vw #youtube #global #news #pranks #funny #bugattifamilyimsorry', captioned snap. Jeremy Holden also uploaded snap penis drawing Veyron Saturday. He wrote, 'I got spray paint @vgtorious #buggati today haha #prank #twinztv #youtube #funny #seattle @_twinztv_ @twinztv2 @andreysmygov.' TwinzTV already featured Bugatti Veyron August YouTube video, Car Crushing pointed out. In clip, man leans Veyron picking women, much less expensive silver car parked behind him. When convinces women get food him, one leave realize Veyron's actual owner - actually owns silver car.
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Marijuana May Soon Spark Just a Ticket in New York
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Small-time drug offenders New York City could soon find receiving end ticket instead inside jail cell policy change low-level marijuana possession adopted week. The move would overwhelmingly affect black Latino residents, represented 86 percent marijuana possession arrests city year, according Marijuana Arrest Research Project. Advocates criminal justice reform applaud proposal step toward softening long-term consequences minor drug offense one’s record, chance policy, New York City Mayor Bill de Blasio expected announce Monday, could boomerang. The strategy would require anyone caught small amount marijuana – likely defined 25 grams less – issued court summons instead handcuffed, arrested fingerprinted. But means summonses would subject prosecutorial review, would identify summons justified first place, legal experts say. Under current system, arrest made, charge becomes court case reviewed prosecutor. A prosecutor could throw charge refuse prosecute see indication arresting officer violated due process, searching person’s backpack without probable cause. Prosecutorial reviews “perform screening function weed legally insufficient cases,” Jeffrey Fagan, professor law Columbia Law School New York, told International Business Times. Under new policy, “that function eclipsed,” said. That sentiment echoed Brooklyn District Attorney Kenneth P. Thompson, announced earlier year would stop prosecuting small-scale marijuana violations. The Brooklyn DA’s office dismissed 849 misdemeanor marijuana cases involved arrest 2,526 cases since July, according New York Times. Allowing police officers write tickets without accountability creates “a serious concern many summonses issued without safeguards currently place,” Thompson told Times. “These cases move forward even due process violations might occurred.” Another possible repercussion city’s proposed policy change could arrest warrants later issued people miss court dates, adding possibly thousands cases docket. Some 28,000 people arrested minor marijuana charges 2013; issuing arrest warrants people fall sick cannot miss work day summonses would put stress already overburdened system. “It’s solving problem they’re trying solve,” Fagan said. As many states, counties cities across country done various times past several decades, New York decriminalized possession small amounts marijuana 1977. The law made possession drug ticketable offense applied marijuana public view smoked. Nevertheless, police continued arrest people charge misdemeanors finding small amounts marijuana pockets belongings. "At point, [not arresting people weed] progressive; it'd catching mainstream," Gabriel Sayegh, New York state director Drug Policy Alliance, told Vice.
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ISIS beheads American photo-journalist James Wright Foley, threatens more to come
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Islamic State militants released video Tuesday purporting show beheading American journalist James Wright Foley, missing since kidnapped northwest Syria November 22, 2012. Foley abducted unknown gunmen outside cafe Binesh, along translator, later released. Another captive shown end video. He identified Steven Sotloff, American journalist missing since August 2013. The video yet independently verified. The video images released Twitter user @mujahid4life. The account since suspended. A freelancer known work covering conflict Iraq, Afghanistan, Syria, Libya, Foley contributed work GlobalPost, Agence France-Presse, various outlets. In 2011, kidnapped held pro-Qaddafi forces Libya released 45 days. "Captivity state violently opposite nature," friend Clare Morgana Gillis, journalist kidnapped Libya 2011, wrote piece last year Syria Deeply. "But detained Tripoli, Jim automatically turned energies keeping strength hope." In video, man identified Foley delivers appears prepared statement. "I call friends, family, loved ones rise real killers, US government," says. "For happen result complacency criminality." He goes decry American aerial operation Iraq, ends saying, "I wish I could hope freedom seeing family again. But ship sailed. I guess I wish I American." A masked militant attired black stands beside him. "This James Wright Foley, American citizen country," militant says, brandishing knife left hand. "As government, forefront aggression towards Islamic State. You plotted us gone far way find reasons interfere affairs. Today military air force attacking us daily Iraq. Your strikes caused casualties amongst Muslims. You longer fighting insurgency. We Islamic army, state accepted large number Muslims worldwide. So effectively aggression towards Islamic State aggression towards Muslims walks life accepted Islamic caliphate leadership. So attempt you, Obama, deny Muslims rights living safety Islamic caliphate result bloodshed people." The video shows militant begin cut man's throat knife fading black, followed graphic image body. The militant appears standing beside man identified Sotloff. "The life American citizen, Obama, depends next decision," says.
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Dead for 48 minutes, Catholic Priest claims God is female
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Boston - So lately, tongues wagging due recent story elderly priest died conversation God, female God that. The story dancing around Facebook, Twitter, Reddit. It's also sallied across seas made African media Indian media. The story even made way holy land obnoxious religious redneckery known Texas. The story goes something like this: An old fart, er, I mean Catholic priest, Massachusetts officially dead 48 minutes medical staff "miraculously" re-started heart, World News Daily Report says. All while, Father John Micheal O'Neal says went heaven met God, motherly feminine happened woman. Father O'Neal, 71, rushed hospital late January hit major heart attack, declared dead shortly arrival. He brought back life via sort newfangled mechanical gadgetry doctors Massachusetts General Hospital, used newfangled mechanical gadgetry unclog vital arteries brain. Soon returned heart normal rhythm. Father O'Neal woke less 48 hours later recovered perfectly, World News Daily Report says. Well, course. I mean, all, going story elderly dude talking God, can't really die, you? That come wash. There much wringing hands, Catholic Blogger Bridget Mary Meehan wrote: "The declarations cleric caused quite stir catholic clergy archdiocese last days, causing Archbishop summon press conference try calm rumors. Despite disapproval superiors, Father O'Neal says continue dedicating life God spread word 'Holy Mother.'" Then wonders: "Why Cardinal O'Malley Boston Archdiocese upset? You would think he'd inspired. Perhaps, afraid God woman, then, could put big crack church's stained glass ceiling open door women priests!" Sure, employ delusional people? They're certainly entertaining. But good Archbishop bothered? Perhaps Father John Micheal O'Neal exist. You see, he's really nice old man Shutterstock, probably wishes somewhere else hospital. Terrence Donilon, spokesman Archbishop Sean P. O'Malley says story hoax. "We priest name," told Metro.co.uk. "I believe could hoax story." And despite whatever Meehan thinks, never verified O'Malley ever issued public disavowal priest's alleged statements. It's public records, About.com reports. Perhaps, story runs course, media realize asleep awake. You see, World News Daily, makes bones fact satire site. Here's site's disclaimer: "WNDR assumes however responsibility satirical nature articles fictional nature content. All characters appearing articles website – even based real people – entirely fictional resemblance persons, living, dead, undead purely miracle." When Meehan apprised fact story hoax, offered fantasyland reply: "According recent media update, story false, I believe yet happened, truly will! Someone said: 'All stories true actually happened.'" I'm making up. Read more: http://www.digitaljournal.com/news/religion/op-ed-hoax-priest-who-never-existed-claims-he-died-saw-female-god/article/426745#ixzz3SaIR8Hlq
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Kevin Vickers, Sergeant-At-Arms, Shoots a Shooting Suspect in Ottawa; Called a ‘Hero’
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The handsomely charismatic Dr. Drake Ramoray fell elevator shaft thought near-permanent coma. That’s bad, least never balls stolen? That’s reportedly happened Dmitry Nikolaev, 30-year-old soap star living Russia, “had drink ‘young blonde woman’ approached bar finished performance small Moscow theatre.” They hit off, invited sauna Russia. He accepted, despite married, first mistake. The second third mistakes: losing left testicle, right testicle mysterious woman pulled Dewey Crowe him. “They kissed beer actor remembers nothing,” said police source. He woke next day bus stop, feeling acute pain, blood trousers. Rushed hospital, told testicles removed “it done like proper surgery someone medical education.” The operation conducted “skillful way,” said police, believe beer spiked unknown drug. (Via) Things eventually okay Nikolaev. He works children’s animator, he’s hoping finally make passion project, Чувак, где моя Мячи, English, Dude, Where’s My Balls?
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Son Pays Off His Parents’ Mortgage for Christmas
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Joe Riquelme, app developer New York, surprised parents special gift Christmas Day: paid mortgage. In video uploaded YouTube, Joe sitting home parents dog, presents envelope. youtube.com Inside, simple letter reads: facebook.com When parents realise Joe done, moved tears. youtube.com youtube.com While Joe’s dad weeps, mother cries, “Oh thank you. I love you”. youtube.com The touching video Joe uploaded YouTube December 26th since almost 2 million views.
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Islamic State May Have Fighter Jets Now After Seizing Russian-Made MiGs
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Near Suruc, Turkey (CNN) -- Could ISIS fighters training warplane pilots capable turning weapons coalition aircraft? That's worrying prospect suggested unverified report London-based Syrian Observatory Human Rights ISIS three warplanes possession northern Syria. The Syrian opposition group also claims, citing reliable sources Syria, former Iraqi military officers training members Sunni extremist militant group fly them. The planes Al-Jarrah military airport east contested city Aleppo, Syrian Observatory Human Rights said. The former Iraqi military officers among joined ISIS, people living near airport said recently saw airplane flying low altitude took off, according Observatory. Information Islamic State Iraq Syria, calls Islamic State also known ISIL, obtained planes, trainees' previous level familiarity flight, immediately available. CNN independently verified report. However, U.S. Central Command sought pour cold water report. "We're aware ISIL conducting flight operations Syria elsewhere," said spokesman Col. Patrick Ryder. "We continue keep close eye ISIL activity Syria Iraq continue conduct strikes equipment, facilities, fighters centers gravity, wherever may be." ISIS captured large swaths northern eastern Syria, well parts western northern Iraq, says new Islamic caliphate. Kobani airstrikes target ISIS This week seen increased number U.S. airstrikes ISIS northern Syrian city Kobani, 90 miles (145 kilometers) northwest Aleppo. The strikes helping Kurdish fighters ground push back ISIS militants Syrian town, according sources there. The Pentagon said increased focus area reflected greater opportunity rather strategic shift regards importance helping Kurds hold Kobani. "What makes Kobani matter us airstrike perspective (ISIS is) there, want it," said Rear Adm. John Kirby, Pentagon spokesman. Retired Brig. Gen. Mark Kimmitt told CNN Friday Kobani tactically militarily important -- taken certain significance. "It's small little town along border Turkey, said. "However, attracted attention world. "The world watching coalition fight ISIS and, that, victory either side Kobani psychological strategic communication victory far outweighs tactical military victory whichever side wins." In recent weeks, administration U.S. defense officials said essential keep city, border Turkey, becoming latest Syria fall ISIS hands. Anbar advances Meanwhile, Iraq's western Anbar province, ISIS militants tightened grip area 15 miles south Falluja, provincial official said Thursday. ISIS brought many fighters, armed heavy weaponry machinery, order attack control town Amiryat al-Falluja, head town's council, Shaker Mahmoud, said Thursday. Mahmoud urged Iraqi government send military reinforcements support security forces inside town. The deputy head Anbar provincial council, Falleh al-Issawi, told CNN phone Friday curfew imposed city Ramadi notice. This prompted fear potential suicide attacks ISIS fighters, particularly Friday prayers, said. The curfew imposed Thursday night. Al-Issawi told CNN situation Ramadi critical, "heavy clashes Iraqi security forces supporters one side ISIS militants another." Car bomb attacks claimed ISIS targeted Shia areas Baghdad Tuesday, killing least seven people injuring more. CNN's Raja Razek reported near Suruc, Laura Smith-Spark wrote London Jason Hanna Atlanta. CNN's Barbara Starr Kareem Khadder contributed report.
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Sugarhill Gang’s Big Bank Hank dead at 57
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Big Bank Hank ... Sugarhill Gang rapper best know "the grandmaster 3 MCs shock house young ladies"... died early Tuesday morning ... TMZ learned. Hank ... born Henry Jackson ... suffering cancer. We're told passed away greater NYC area around 2 AM. Hank one third famous Sugarhill Gang ... first mainstream rap hit "Rappers Delight" 1979. His group mates Wonder Mike Master Gee told TMZ ... "So sad hear brother's passing. Rest peace Big Bank." Hank 57 years old.
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Canada probes Michael Zehaf-Bibeau as possible suspect in Ottawa shooting - source
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BAGHDAD — Three hundred Iraqi soldiers died chlorine gas attack carried self-proclaimed Islamic State Iraq al-Sham (ISIS) Iraqi city Fallujah, said Ali al-Budairi, Iraqi MP Shia-dominated National Iraqi alliance Iraqi Parliament Monday. It unclear attacks took place. ISIS's use chlorine gas attacks new. There reports ISIS militants used chlorine-war gas before. Speaking press conference Iraqi Parliament Monday, Ali al-Budairi said: "ISIS killed 300 400 soldiers besieged Saqlawiya district northern Fallujah, using chlorine gas." Al-Budairi held Anbar's operations chief Rashid Falih new Iraqi Prime Minister Haider al-Abadi responsible failing immediately send army backup district. ISIS, already controls parts Syria, extended reach Iraq since June 10. Violence conducted ISIS militants claimed 1,400 lives Iraq, caused 1.2 million Iraqis, including Turkmens, Arabs, Christians Ezidis, flee homes.
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Batmobile Stolen From 'Batman V Superman: Dawn Of Justice' Set? Report Claims That One Of The Batmobile Models Is Missing! Detroit Locals Responsible?
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The scuttlebutt sources Detroit one Batmobile models used filming Batman Vs. Superman gone missing, believed stolen. It would first time Batmobile nicked Detroit. Though $200 replica TV Series version back 2o10. Anyway, driving around get overtaken this… …do get touch. Warner Bros representatives respond inquiries.
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Everyone chill! Banksy has NOT been arrested
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JJ Abrams considering releasing heavily anticipated Star Wars: The Force Awakens summer, according unconfirmed reports Ikwiz Movie Pilot. The film current release date December 18 2015. According Movie Pilot, director losing patience constant stream plot image leaks Star Wars set, believes shifting earlier release date mean film "ruined" fans see it. The Ikwiz article states: "Disney reportedly taking Abrams’ request seriously, looking possible summer release." While neither website official source rumour, Abrams reported made comments 2015 Visual Effects Society Awards February 4. The director received VES Visionary Award ceremony. Last week, Disney appeared cracking anyone illegally leaking content Star Wars VII, requesting judge issue subpoena website named ImageShack, hosting blurred image Sith Lord clutching red lightsaber – said leaked still film. In declaration support issuance subpoena, Disney employee confirmed image related Star Wars: The Force Awakens. Keep Star Wars VII latest news, rumours spoilers
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What was fake on the Internet this week: Obama’s peace prize, pumpkin-spice condoms and insane winter snow
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Durex denies rumors ‘pumpkin spice’ flavored condom. Oh gourd hoax! The arousal pumpkin spice flavored condom made rounds internet weekend, Durex confirmed autumnal-themed birth control fake. “Durex heard people saying launched ‘Pumpkin Spice’ condom. We can’t claim one, love people spice bedroom,” Durex spokesperson told BuzzFeed. Pumpkin spice finds way everything: coffee, cupcakes candles surprise social media buzz fake photo released. Because safe sex important, matter season is. 🎃 #pumpkinspice pic.twitter.com/kzHSBgw87a One user tweeted, "Because safe sex important, matter season is." The photo appears altered image Durex's flavored "Taste Me" selection condoms, come apple, banana, strawberry orange. [email protected]
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ISIS Beheads Kidnapped Photojournalist James Wright Foley in Horrific Video Message to the U.S.
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Poverty-stricken parents took streets auction son highest bidder. The reason? They need money pay cancer treatment save life twin sister. The little girl acute leukemia parents told would die without urgent medical treatment. Horrifying sad photos show 29-year-old Meng Xiangyan, mom twins, streets Eastern China. She said: "Up year ago wonderful family thought everything could need wonderful little boy wonderful little girl twins. But changed daughter diagnosed suffering leukaemia August last year spent savings borrowed everything could friends relatives." The family sold apartment everything live tiny flat near medical center treating thier daughter. “It still enough, hoping raise cash sale son."
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Al-Shabaab Terror Group Leader Killed in U.S. Airstrike
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The mystery surrounding disappearance 43 students last month deepened. Mexican authorities say remains found mass grave outside town Iquala students.
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