Wednesday, February 28, 2018
A New Law Could Send Parents To Jail If Their Kids Bully Other Children
Almost everyone has a story about their experiences with bullies from back when they were in school—whether they were one, dealt with one or watched one wreak havoc on the playground.
Fortunately for young kids today, many schools (and parents) have become more aware of bullying and taken a much stricter stance on it. But has one town gone too far?
North Tonawanda, a town located in western New York, instated a new rule on Oct. 1 that allows parents to be fined $250 or be sentenced to 15 days in jail if their child violates city laws two or more times within a 90-day span.
City laws include rules against breaking curfew and bullying, which means—you guessed it—parents in North Tonawanda can now go to jail for their kid’s cruel behavior in school.
Police: Dalton teacher in custody after reports of shots fired at school
Authorities have taken a teacher into custody after reports of someone opening fire inside a Dalton school.
It happened at Dalton High School. According to police, officers responded to reports of a shot or shots fired at the school early Wednesday afternoon.
Australia's defence department is phasing out Chinese phones after US intelligence issued security warnings
Huawei and ZTE phones, which were used for unclassified purposes, are being strategically phased out by Australia's defense department.
The agency said the phones were not deemed a security risk, despite assertions from US intelligence officers who said that they don't use the phones because they could be conduits for foreign surveillance.
Huawei was previously banned from contributing to Australia's national broadband network due to security concerns.
Chaos erupts as drunk father-in-law forces bride to kiss him in front of wedding guests
A mass brawl erupted between wedding guests after the groom's father forcibly kissed his son's bride on stage in front of hundreds of people.
Shocking footage shows the drunk father-in-law pulling his son's bride towards him for a kiss as horrified wedding guests looked on. This act led to a fight between members of both families.
At first, the lavish wedding, which was taking place in the city of Yancheng in eastern China's Jiangsu province, was going well until the blushing bride stepped onto the stage with her new father-in-law in front of the guests. The older man then puts his arm around her and she looked extremely uncomfortable by this. Suddenly, he stepped in front of his daughter-in-law and kissed her on the mouth.
North Korea 'shipping chemical weapons supplies to Syria'
North Korea has been shipping supplies to the Syrian government that could be used to make chemical weapons, say United Nations investigators.
The revelations, in a confidential 200-page long report seen by the New York Times, comes as the US and other countries have accused Syria of using chemical weapons on its own civilians, including a suspected chlorine gas attack in Eastern Ghouta in the past few days.
The report indicates there have been major flaws in international efforts to isolate both countries, and the new evidence could dampen efforts to bring North Korea to the negotiating table following a diplomatic détente at the South Korean Winter Olympics.
'beast from the east' batters Britain for second day
Hundreds of schools expect to remain closed today across the UK with 400 in Scotland alone as a result of snow from the Beast from the East. There is more snow forecast and Scotland is on the verge of being put under a red weather warning – the highest warning available.
Transport Minister Humza Yousaf said amber alerts for snow and freezing winds from the early hours of Wednesday could be changed to red for extreme weather in certain areas, with motorists urged not to travel. East Dunbartonshire Council, City of Edinburgh Council, Falkirk Council, Fife Council, Scottish Borders Council, Stirling Council and East Renfrewshire Council announced all schools in their areas will be closed on Wednesday due to potential of dangerous conditions.
Tuesday, February 27, 2018
Usain Bolt signs South African side, Mamelodi Sundowns
The South African Premier Division club, Mamelodi Sundowns, have dropped a big hint that they have signed retired athletics star Usain Bolt.
The Jamaican track legend is due to announce which football team he has signed for today.
But Mamelodi Sundowns through their social media accounts have hinted they are set to announce the signature of Bolt.
Sundowns – who sit at the top of the Premier Division table – confirmed they will make a major announcement at on Tuesday at 8am GMT (7pm AEDT) with a picture of Bolt captioned “football will never be the same.”
Two stowaways fall to their death from US-bound flight
Two stowaways fell to their death Monday from an airplane as it took off from an airport in Guayaquil, Ecuador, on a flight to New York, authorities told local media.
Details of the incident were sketchy, with authorities not saying whether a commercial airline was involved.
Officials said the bodies of two men, between 25 and 30 years of age, were found on the southern end of the runway of the Jose Joaquin de Olmedo Airport in Guayaquil.
Japan: American tourist arrested after female body parts found across Osaka
Police have found dismembered body parts believed to belong to a Japanese woman who disappeared after meeting up with an American tourist via a dating application.
The gruesome discovery of a torso, arms and legs occurred a day after police found a human head in a suitcase at a lodging facility in Osaka, a major port city about 400km (250 miles) south-west of Tokyo.
The suspect has been named in Japanese media as Yevgeniy Vasilievich Bayraktar, 26, of New York. He was arrested last week on suspicion of illegally confining the woman to another short-term rental property in Osaka’s Higashinari ward.
The woman, 27, went missing after telling a friend on 15 February that she was travelling from the inland city of Sanda to meet a male acquaintance, local media reported.
British boxer, Scott Westgarth, 31, dies mysteriously after winning a heavyweight fight in London
It was a weekend of pain and grief in London, as British boxer, Scott Westgarth, died after falling ill after a heavyweight bout on Saturday.
Westgarth looked uncomfortable as he was interviewed at the ringside after his points victory over Dec Spelman in Doncaster and was taken to hospital, having deteriorated backstage.
The 31-year-old who had been chasing an English title fight died in Royal Hallamshire Hospital as confirmed by Stefy Bull, his promoter who wrote on social media today saying “God bless Scott Westgarth. To promote a boxing show and a young man doing a job he loves losing his life, I have no words.”
Spelman also reacted to the news, saying “absolutely heartbroken and lost for words: all continue to pray for Scott’s family and the people close to him: rest easy my friend.”
Monday, February 26, 2018
The newest ‘Metal Gear’ game has been poisoned by the controversy surrounding Konami and Hideo Kojima — here’s what’s going on
You might think a major new game in the long-running "Metal Gear" franchise would elicit a ton of hype.
The last major "Metal Gear" game, "Metal Gear Solid 5: The Phantom Pain," was a blockbuster phenomenon — just like every major "Metal Gear" release before it.
But things are quite the contrary in the case of "Metal Gear Survive," the latest major "Metal Gear" game.
Though I personally enjoyed the game, much of the talk surrounding it has been focused on "Metal Gear" franchise creator Hideo Kojima, who either left Konami or was forced out of the company, depending on who you ask. Is he or isn't he officially thanked in the game's credits? Does this image from the game contain a secret message from employees loyal to Kojima?
So, what in the world is going on with "Metal Gear Survive"? Here's the deal:
Saudi king sacks military chiefs
Saudi Arabia has sacked its top military commanders, including the chief of staff, in a series of late-night royal decrees.
Saudi King Salman also replaced the heads of the ground forces and air defences.
The news was published by the official Saudi Press Agency, but no reason for the sackings was given.
They come as the war in Yemen, where a Saudi-led coalition is fighting rebels, is nearing the end of its third year.
2018 Winter Olympics Closing Ceremony In South Korea
The closing ceremony of the 2018 Winter Olympics just aired in the U.S. and the love is real! See the reactions to the enormous show!
The 2018 Winter Olympics in Pyeongchang have sadly drawn to a close. But they ending the 2 weeks of games with a serious bang! The closing ceremony was a jaw-dropping extravaganza of music, art and sportsmanship that truly dazzled! Viewers were treated to some larger-than-life performances from some of South Korea’s biggest acts like CL and the pop group EXO. Basically, if you weren’t familiar with K-pop before tuning in, you definitely were by the end of the show! Head here to see the highlights!
Groom & his grandma killed, bride injured after wedding gift exploded at their home 5 day afters wedding in India
A newly-married man was killed and his wife critically injured when a gift that was presented to them at their wedding reception exploded later at their home in India.
The tragic incident took place in Odisha's Bolangir district on Friday, just five days after their wedding.
According to Police, the man's grandmother also died in the blast. The elderly woman died on the spot while her grandson died at a hospital in Rourkela where he was rushed to after being injured.
NBA YoungBoy: 5 Things On Rapper Who Allegedly Body-Slammed His GF Before Getting Arrested
Not long after rapper NBA YoungBoy was arrested on charges of kidnapping, a video surfaced allegedly showing him attacking his GF. Here’s all the details.
Never heard of NBA YoungBoy (aka YoungBoy Never Broke Again)? This rising star from the south has now become the object of intense scrutiny. Why? On Sunday, Feb. 25, he was arrested in Tallahassee, Florida. And the allegations he’s facing are pretty serious: assault, kidnapping and a weapons charge. Soon after, a clip surfaced from TMZ that allegedly shows him body-slamming his girlfriend Jania in a hotel in Georgia. In light of this news, let’s take a closer look at this 18-year-old rapper.
Sade Adu To Release New Music For The First Time In 7 Years!
Ava DuVernay‘s ‘Wrinkle In Time’ soundtrack is going to be blessed with an iconic voice. The 2018 adaptation of the science fantasy novel, which is set to hit the cinemas in March, will find the legendary Sade Adu ending her seven-year musical break with a song called ‘Flower of The Universe’.
DuVernay took to Twitter to make the big announcement. Check out her tweet here:
I never thought she’d say yes, but asked anyway. She was kind + giving. A goddess. We began a journey together that I’ll never forget. Proud to announce that Sade has created an original song for WRINKLE IN TIME. It’s entitled “Flower of the Universe.” And it’s a dream come true.
The movie’s soundtrack album is set to feature a number of top-notch musicians including Demi Lovato, Sia, Dj Khaled and a number of other artistes. ‘Wrinkle In Time‘ does not only have a star-studded soundtrack but also a star-studded cast. The movie will star Oprah Winfrey, Reese Witherspoon and Mindy Kaling.
Afrobeat Legend, Femi Kuti Releases 10th Studio Album; “One People, One World”
Afrobeat legend Femi Kuti released his 10th studio album “One People One World”.
The album which has been working on for some years now is a new direction for the Afrobeat legend who says he has become more optimistic about the future of the African man.
In a recent interview with the Rolling Stone magazine, Kuti said the album’s optimistic lyrical themes underscore the important way music can make politics personal and instigate social change. “I’m a father and I love my kids, so I want to give the younger generation a message of hope,” he said. “Despite all our problems, we can create greatness in our lives.”
7.5-magnitude earthquake hits Papua, New Guinea
A large earthquake has struck the middle of Papua New Guinea. The U.S. Geological Survey says the magnitude-7.5 quake hit about 89 kilometers (55 miles) southwest of Porgera early Monday in the Pacific island nation. Geological Survey geophysicist Paul Caruso says the quake, which had a depth of 35 kilometers (22 miles), occurred in a rural, jungle area near a mountain range.
It wasn’t immediately clear if there was damage. The Geological Survey website had 19 reports of people feeling the quake, including some saying the shaking was violent. He however says there is no tsunami danger
18-year-old fatally shot, sister wounded in Dallas apartment shooting
Witnesses described a spray of gunfire at a Dallas apartment complex that killed an 18-year-old woman and injured her 16-year-old sister, CBS Dallas/Fort Worth reports. The two victims were inside their apartment on Highland Hills Drive Saturday when they heard a disturbance outside and looked out their window on the second floor.
The apartment complex turned into a crime scene with windows riddled with bullet holes.
Police say 18-year-old Nequacia Jacobs and her 16-year-old sister were shot from below as they looked out their window. Both were struck and taken to the hospital.
Sunday, February 25, 2018
Bollywood actress Sridevi dies aged 54 after suffering cardiac arrest
Legendary Bollywood star Sridevi Kapoor has died aged 54.
The actress passed away on Saturday night after suffering a cardiac arrest in Dubai, her family confirmed.
The veteran actress and her family were in the United Arab Emirates for a wedding, her brother-in-law told the Indian Express.
She is believed to have been with her husband, producer Boney Kapoor, and daughter Khushi when she died.
Sridevi began her acting career aged just four when she starred in M.A. Thirumugham’s devotional “Thunaivan.”
The Czech spy who met Jeremy Corbyn
Much of the news in the UK this week has been driven by allegations, by a former Czechoslovak spy, that the opposition Labour leader Jeremy Corbyn was a paid informer for the country's communist era secret police, the StB.
Mr Corbyn emphatically denies the claims. Indeed all the evidence suggests he was never anything more than a person of interest to the StB. But, as Rob Cameron reports from Prague, while the Cold War is over, a few sheaves of yellowing paper still have the power to throw lives into turmoil.
As I sat at my computer, poring over secret police files, I felt a sudden tug of nostalgia. The files were digital copies of reports written by StB officer Jan Sarkocy, sent to Britain in 1986 under diplomatic cover. When he met first Jeremy Corbyn, in November of that year, his business card read "Jan Dymic, Third Secretary to the Czechoslovak Embassy in London".
Friday, February 23, 2018
Soul legend Eddy Amoo suddenly dies aged 74
The Real Thing singer Eddy Amoo has died suddenly at the age of 74.
The Liverpool-born musician passed away earlier today, friends said.
In a statement, his fellow bandmates wrote: 'It is with great sadness that we share the passing of our brother and inspiration, Eddy Amoo, who passed away on 23rd February, age 74.
'Eddy was a showman, a songwriter, and a legend in British music with Liverpudlian band The Real Thing.'
Amoo died in Australia. The cause of death has not been made public.
He shot to fame in his band The Real Thing, where he performed alongside his brother Chris Amoo and friend Dave Smith. The group formed in the 1970s and have been performing since.
This year the group had planned to perform in Bournemouth in April and Manchester later this year.
Eddy will be remembered for The Real Thing's hit singles You To Me Are Everything, Feel the Force, and Can't Get By Without You.
His friends said he leaves behind a large and loving family, a community he adored in Toxteth, Liverpool and his beloved music and band, The Real Thing.
Eddy will long be remembered as a tour de force in British music and he will be sorely missed.'
Back in the 1970s, the national press dubbed local boys Eddy Amoo, Chris Amoo, Dave Smith, and Ray Lake 'The Black Beatles'.
5 warning signs your tongue could be sending about your overall health
Every time you visit your doctor, he or she probably examines your tongue right away. If you've ever wondered what a simple glance at your tongue is telling your doctor, you're not alone.
Here are just a few of the health concerns your tongue might be broadcasting at a glance.
Oral health is important for so many reasons — and good oral hygiene is part of that plan.
If you look in the mirror and your tongue looks black and hairy, don't panic. Chances are good that you just need a good tooth brushing routine, and maybe some quality time with a tongue scraper.
Thursday, February 22, 2018
Ruben Semedo: Villarreal defender charged with attempted murder in Spain
Villarreal defender Ruben Semedo appeared in a Spanish court on Thursday charged with attempted murder.
The court in Lliria, near Valencia, also charged the 23-year-old with robbery, assault, "illegal detention" and possession of illegal weapons.
Semedo, who was arrested on Tuesday, has been remanded without bail.
The former Portugal Under-21 centre-back joined the La Liga club in June for 14m euros from Sporting Lisbon.
Tokyo Olympics will be projected as life-size HOLOGRAMS for fans who can’t get tickets
The 2020 Tokyo Summer Games could be projected as 3D holograms outside of Olympic venues in real time thanks to unprecedented technology.
The groundbreaking system does not require competing athletes to wear motion sensors, nor do viewers have to wear 3D glasses to view the events.
The Japanese company behind the system, NTT, says their technology will allow people in other venues to observe Olympic events as if they are in the arena.
The system will make the Games more accessible to the nine million people living in Tokyo.
NTT said viewers will be able to see life-size representations of the competing athletes as they perform in Tokyo.
The system is called Kirari! For Arena and uses multiple cameras to track the movements of the athlete.
The images are then transported to devices which show 3D hologram figures in real-time in a different location.
NTT senior research engineer Kota Hidaka said: 'From all four directions, you can see players projected in the field moving in 3D.'
Their technology will allow fans unable to watch a karate match in an arena the chance to observe it via 3D holograms of the fighters battling it out live.
'You can feel the ultra-high-level experience as if you are on real time in every place. We propose a new spectator style to watch the competition,' an NTT statement said.
The company explained that their new system reproduces everything that happens in the competition space.
It does so through the combination of depth sensors that use laser lights and location tracking information.
The system makes possible the discernment between even slight color differences, NTT said.
HOW DOES THE TECHNOLOGY WORK?
A Japanese telecommunications company called NTT has created a new system that could allow people to observe the 2020 Summer Olympics in Tokyo in 3D from a remote location.
The technology does not require sensors to be attached to athletes, which older 3D systems require.
Spectators will not have to wear 3D glasses to view the events using the new system, which is called Kirari! For Arena.
'By positively utilizing the knowledge of human visual elements, it is possible to obtain a smooth view point with a small number of light sources,' an NTT statement explained.
The company developed display technology for its new system that allows for the naked eye to process the images.
Kirari! For Arena will grow the number of people able to view Olympic events up close and personal.
The Olympics attract hundreds of thousands of spectators and upwards of four billion television viewers.
The introduction of the technology at the 2020 Summer Games is significant given that Tokyo is the most populated city in the world, with more than nine million inhabitants.
Kirari! For Arena will make the Games more accessible outside of venues with limited seating options.
The company explained: 'It is as if the athlete moves about the real space in front of you. It became possible to express [a] more spatial positional relationship more dynamically.
'It has become possible to enhance the experience more. Experience sports as entertainment beyond time and space.'
NTT said it is working to bring down the cost of the technology.
'We are hoping to establish the system and deliver the service in which people can enjoy watching games by gathering around the 3D hologram,' Hidaka said.
NTT is an official sponsor of the 2020 Tokyo Summer Olympics.
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