The fifth day of Oscar Pistorius’ trial in South Africa has begun with his ex-girlfriend Samantha Taylor telling the court the athlete once fired his gun from his car sunroof after becoming angry with police. Earlier, Samantha Taylor broke down while discussing two breakups with the athlete. Samantha Taylor said Oscar Pistorius had twice been… Continue reading Oscar Pistorius trial day 5: Ex-girlfriend Samantha Taylor testimony
Year: 2014
Jep Robertson’s yuppie playhouse
The latest episode of Duck Dynasty showed the Robertson family helping Jep to build out a playhouse. “Basically I messed up big time,” admitted Jep Robertson. “I promised Jessica this playhouse would be ready for the kids [and it’s not].” When Jep Robertson told his brother Jase he would be hiring builders to assemble the… Continue reading Jep Robertson’s yuppie playhouse
How Willie Robertson broke family rule of never being late for duck hunting
The latest episode of Duck Dynasty revealed how Willie Robertson broke the family rule of never being late for duck hunting. Uncle Si Robertson said: “Willie broke the cardinal rule of duck hunting and that rule is wake up in time to go duck hunting.” Last year, Willie Robertson woke up late for opening day… Continue reading How Willie Robertson broke family rule of never being late for duck hunting
Japan: Bitcoin is not a currency but transactions should be taxed
According to Japan’s government, Bitcoin is not a currency but some transactions using the virtual unit should be taxed. “If there are transactions and subsequent gains, it is natural…for the finance ministry to consider how it can impose taxes,” said chief cabinet secretary Yoshihide Suga. Japan also said banks cannot provide Bitcoin as a product… Continue reading Japan: Bitcoin is not a currency but transactions should be taxed
Barack Obama urges Vladimir Putin to seek diplomatic solution to Ukraine crisis in new phone call
President Barack Obama has urged Russian President Vladimir Putin to seek a diplomatic solution to the crisis in Ukraine, in a lengthy telephone call. In their hour-long conversation, Vladimir Putin said Moscow-Washington relations should not suffer. Russian troops have taken de facto control of Crimea following the fall of Ukraine’s pro-Moscow President Viktor Yanukovych. The… Continue reading Barack Obama urges Vladimir Putin to seek diplomatic solution to Ukraine crisis in new phone call
Malaria spreading to higher altitudes due to warmer temperatures
A new study suggests that warmer temperatures are causing malaria to spread to higher altitudes. US researchers from the University of Michigan have found that people living in the highlands of Africa and South America are at an increased risk of catching the mosquito-borne disease during hotter years. They believe that temperature rises in the… Continue reading Malaria spreading to higher altitudes due to warmer temperatures
Mark Johnston sues Las Vegas casino after losing $500,000 while drunk
Mark Johnston, who lost $500,000 at a Las Vegas casino, says he should not have to pay because he was too drunk. The 52-year-old Californian businessman has sued the Downtown Grand for serving him drinks and lending him money while he says he was clearly intoxicated. Mark Johnston arrived at the casino on January 30… Continue reading Mark Johnston sues Las Vegas casino after losing $500,000 while drunk
Panama ambassador and three diplomats declared persona non grata in Venezuela
Venezuela has given 48 hours to leave the country to Panama’s ambassador and three other diplomats amid growing tensions over opposition protests. The move comes a day after President Nicolas Maduro broke diplomatic relations and froze economic ties with Panama. At least 20 people have died in anti-government protests in Venezuela in the last month.… Continue reading Panama ambassador and three diplomats declared persona non grata in Venezuela
Crimea: US and EU join Ukraine to condemn illegal referendum
The US and EU have joined Ukraine’s new government in condemning as “illegal” the Crimean referendum to endorse joining Russia. The EU, meeting in Brussels, threatened “serious consequences” if Russia did not act to de-escalate the crisis. Crimea’s parliament earlier set a date of March 16 for a vote on the referendum. Russian troops took… Continue reading Crimea: US and EU join Ukraine to condemn illegal referendum
Dr. Johan Stipp found Oscar Pistorius praying over Reeva Steenkamp’s body
Oscar Pistorius was praying over the body of his girlfriend Reeva Steenkamp as she lay dying, the Paralympic champion’s neighbor Dr. Johan Stipp told his murder trial today. In the trial’s first account of the moments after the shooting, Johan Stipp said he tried to revive Reeva Steenkamp. During Dr. Johan Stipp’s testimony, Oscar Pistorius… Continue reading Dr. Johan Stipp found Oscar Pistorius praying over Reeva Steenkamp’s body
Gen. Martin Dempsey: Two years and billions of dollars to overcome Edward Snowden leaks
Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, General Martin Dempsey, has said that it will take the US two years and possibly billions of dollars to overcome the harm done by Edward Snowden’s intelligence leaks. Gen. Martin Dempsey said the “vast majority” of documents taken by former NSA contractor Edward Snowden were military-related. Since last… Continue reading Gen. Martin Dempsey: Two years and billions of dollars to overcome Edward Snowden leaks
Danica Patrick to race only in Sprint Cup Series at Las Vegas Motor Speedway
This weekend at Las Vegas Motor Speedway (LVMS), Danica Patrick will be racing only in the Sprint Cup Series. Danica Patrick, 31, will be sporting a new look with sponsorship from Aspen Dental instead of her traditional GoDaddy.com colors. She is in serious need of a good finish this weekend. In her first two races… Continue reading Danica Patrick to race only in Sprint Cup Series at Las Vegas Motor Speedway
Satoshi Nakamoto: Bitcoin creator discovered by Newsweek
Newsweek magazine’s claim that it has found the creator of the Bitcoin virtual currency sparked controversy. Before now it was assumed that the name behind Bitcoin, Satoshi Nakamoto, was a pseudonym for the group of coders who developed the system. Now Newsweek claims Bitcoin creator Satoshi Nakamoto is a 64-year-old model train enthusiast who lives… Continue reading Satoshi Nakamoto: Bitcoin creator discovered by Newsweek
Usher’s son death: Jeffrey Hubbard sentenced to four years in prison in homicide of Kile Glover
Jeffrey Hubbard has been sentenced to four years in prison in the sea scooter crash case that killed Usher’s 11-year-old stepson Kile Glover. The incident in July 2012 on Lake Lanier near Atlanta killed Kile Glover and left another teenager injured. A jury found Jeffrey Hubbard “guilty of homicide by vessel” last month. In addition,… Continue reading Usher’s son death: Jeffrey Hubbard sentenced to four years in prison in homicide of Kile Glover
US Department of Justice files lawsuit against Philadelphia School District over beard length rule
The Philadelphia School District has been sued for alleged religious discrimination over a rule that requires employees to keep their beards at a certain length. The lawsuit, filed by the US Department of Justice, claims that the Philadelphia School District discriminated against a school police officer by instituting a policy in October of 2010 that… Continue reading US Department of Justice files lawsuit against Philadelphia School District over beard length rule
Nicolas Sarkozy and Carla Bruni secret recordings leaked online
Nicolas Sarkozy and Carla Bruni are to launch legal action after secret recordings of them were leaked online. Lawyers for Nicolas Sarkozy say France’s former president and first lady will file a request for an injunction to prevent more from being published. They say the recordings were made by a former aide, Patrick Buisson, without… Continue reading Nicolas Sarkozy and Carla Bruni secret recordings leaked online
Oscar Pistorius trial day 4: Witness relates Reeva Steenkamp’s last moments
Another neighbor of Paralympic champion Oscar Pistorius has told his murder trial he heard the athlete saying that he had shot his girlfriend after mistaking her for a burglar. Johan Stipp, a qualified doctor, says he tried to revive Reeva Steenkamp but could tell she was dying. During Dr. Johan Stipp’s testimony, Oscar Pistorius cried… Continue reading Oscar Pistorius trial day 4: Witness relates Reeva Steenkamp’s last moments
Angelina Jolie talks about fans support and kindness after mastectomy revelation
In a recent interview, Angelina Jolie has revealed she was “very moved” by the support and personal stories fans have shared with her since she underwent a double mastectomy last year. Angelina Jolie, 38, shocked the world by declaring she had undergone preventative cancer surgery in a New York Times article which was published last… Continue reading Angelina Jolie talks about fans support and kindness after mastectomy revelation
Crimea parliament votes to become part of Russian Federation
Crimea’s parliament has voted to become part of the Russian Federation. The southern Ukrainian region’s parliament said the decision would be put to the Crimean people for their verdict in a referendum on March 16. A government minister in Kiev said they believe it would be unconstitutional for Crimea to join Russia. Crimea, a region… Continue reading Crimea parliament votes to become part of Russian Federation
Pope Francis effect: New poll finds 40% of American Catholics praying more
A recent Pew Research Center poll has found that 40% of American Catholics are praying more often than they did a year ago. As Pope Francis wraps up his first year in the Vatican, analysts say the survey’s findings could be explained by what is called the “Francis Effect”. The “Francis Effect” is the impact… Continue reading Pope Francis effect: New poll finds 40% of American Catholics praying more
EU freezes Viktor Yanukovych’s assets
The EU has named 18 Ukrainians who will have their assets frozen including ousted President Viktor Yanukovych, his son and former PM Mykola Azarov. Early on Thursday, the European Union revealed the names of those targeted by its sanctions. The list appears to include Viktor Yanukovych’s closest aides, including a former interior minister, justice minister,… Continue reading EU freezes Viktor Yanukovych’s assets
John Short speaks out about North Korea detention
Australian missionary John Short, who was deported from North Korea earlier this week, has spoken out about his experience in detention. John Short, 75, was detained in Pyongyang after leaving Christian pamphlets at a tourist site. In a statement to the Australian Associated Press, John Short said he was subjected to “gruelling interrogations”. “There were… Continue reading John Short speaks out about North Korea detention
Venezuela breaks diplomatic relations with Panama
Venezuela has broken diplomatic relations and frozen economic ties with Panama, President Nicolas Maduro announced during Hugo Chavez’s first commemoration. Nicolas Maduro’ decision comes after Panama requested a meeting at the Organization of American States (OAS) to discuss Venezuela’s crisis. The president was speaking to other Latin American heads of state at events to mark… Continue reading Venezuela breaks diplomatic relations with Panama
Saadi Gaddafi extradited from Niger
Col. Muammar Gaddafi’s son, Saadi, has been extradited from Niger and is now in custody in Tripoli, the Libyan government says. Pictures posted on the internet showed Saadi Gaddafi, one of Col. Muammar Gaddafi’s seven sons, having his head and beard shaved. Saadi Gaddafi, the former head of Libya’s football federation, fled to Niger after… Continue reading Saadi Gaddafi extradited from Niger
Liz Wahl: RT anchor quits on air over Russian invasion of Crimea
Russia Today US anchor Liz Wahl quitted on the air Wednesday afternoon, saying the Kremlin-funded network “whitewashes” the actions of President Vladimir Putin. Liz Wahl, who works out of the network’s Washington, D.C. offices, began her televised resignation by referencing co-worker Abby Martin, who made headlines by denouncing Russian intervention in Ukraine earlier this week.… Continue reading Liz Wahl: RT anchor quits on air over Russian invasion of Crimea