Daily Archives: Nov 26, 2013
US B-52 bombers fly over disputed islands in defiance of China’s air defense zone
Two US B-52 bombers flew over disputed islands in the East China Sea in defiance of new China’s air defense rules, officials say. China set...
Mykola Azarov admits Russia urged Ukraine to delay EU deal
Russia had urged Ukraine to delay signing a trade deal with the EU, Ukrainian PM Mykola Azarov has admitted, as mass protest rallies continue...
Willie Robertson receives resembling painting
Duck Dynasty‘s Willie Robertson has received an unusual gift from some friends – a painting found at a Scottish museum. Korie Robertson can't deny...
FDA bans 23andMe personal genetic screening
The FDA has imposed a ban on 23andMe, a company offering personal genetic screening to the general public. 23andMe has been ordered to "immediately discontinue"...
Jose Mourinho shows off cheap haircut
Jose Mourinho joked about his new haircut saying that he did it himself because it was “cheap”. The Chelsea manager was speaking before his side's...
Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade Fun Facts
The Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade was first held in 1924 when was called the Macy's Christmas Day Parade although it took place on Thanksgiving...
Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade has been canceled thrice during WWII
The annual Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade is held every Thanksgiving Day in New York City. Originally called the Macy's Christmas Parade, it was first held...
Evangelii Gaudium: Pope Francis calls for Catholic Church power to be devolved away from Vatican
The Vatican has unveiled Evangelii Gaudium, the first major work Pope Francis has written in the role. Pope Francis has called for power in the...
Monty Python adds four show dates
Monty Python comedy group has announced their stage show has been extended from one date to five, running from July 1st to July 5th...
Jon Brookes to appear on The Charlatans new album
Indie band The Charlatans will include late drummer Jon Brookes on their new album by using recordings he made before his death. Jon Brookes died...
Brian Griffin’s death: Family Guy fans sign petition demanding return of character
Around 25,000 Family Guy fans have signed a petition demanding Fox and the show's creator bring back Brian Griffin. Viewers were left stunned when the...
Arnon Milchan admits he served as Israeli spy for years
Arnon Milchan behind Hollywood hits Pretty Woman, LA Confidential and Fight Club has admitted he served for years as an Israeli spy, buying arms...
Scotland unveils independence document
Scotland has unveiled its blueprint for independence, ahead of next September's referendum. The 670-page document promises to "build a more democratic, more prosperous, fairer society". On...
NYC Sidewalk Santa Parade 2013 canceled due to rising costs
The annual New York City Sidewalk Santa Parade has been canceled after more than a century due to rising costs involved in organizing the...
Pakistan anti-drone protests block NATO supply route
Protesters in Pakistan have blocked the main supply route for provisions destined for NATO troops in Afghanistan to protest against US drone strikes. Opposition politician...
Sarah Teelow dies after fall at high-speed race on Sydney’s Hawkesbury River
World Waterski champion Sarah Teelow has died following a fall during a high-speed race on Australia's Hawkesbury River. Sarah Teelow, 20, came off her skis...
Thailand: PM Yingluck Shinawatra imposes curfews as protesters surround more ministries
Thai protesters have surrounded several more ministries, as street demonstrations continue in Bangkok. The protesters want Yingluck Shinawatra's government to resign, saying it is controlled...