Toronto Mayor Rob Ford was out in the street celebrating Canada men’s hockey win over Sweden at Sochi Winter Games when he ran into a fire hydrant and appeared to injure his groin.
Year: 2014
Duck Dynasty stars attend Dare to be a Duck event in Charleston
Six stars of Duck Dynasty show were out on the town in Charleston, West Virginia, Saturday night for the Dare to be a Duck event to help raise money for a youth-led ministry program. Si Robertson, Miss Kay Robertson, Korie Robertson, Alan Robertson, Sadie Robertson, John Luke Robertson and special guest Chrys Howard, the mother… Continue reading Duck Dynasty stars attend Dare to be a Duck event in Charleston
Alice Herz-Sommer: Oldest-known Holocaust survivor dies in London at 110
Oldest-known Holocaust survivor Alice Herz-Sommer died Sunday morning in London at the age of 110, her family has announced. Alice Herz-Sommer died in a hospital after being admitted Friday, daughter-in-law Genevieve Sommer said. Her devotion to the piano and to her son sustained her through two years in a Nazi prison camp, and a film… Continue reading Alice Herz-Sommer: Oldest-known Holocaust survivor dies in London at 110
Nicki Minaj sued by hair stylist Terrence Davidson over wigs
Nicki Minaj’s former hair stylist Terrence Davidson is suing the star for $30 million, accusing her of selling wigs based on his designs without permission. Terrence Davidson began working for the rapper in 2010, creating multiple wigs for high-profile events and her Super Bass music video. The hair stylist claims he had previously discussed a… Continue reading Nicki Minaj sued by hair stylist Terrence Davidson over wigs
Robert Mugabe celebrates 90th birthday at Harare stadium
Zimbabwe’s President Robert Mugabe has celebrated his 90th birthday with a huge party at a Harare stadium. Thousands of Zimbabweans have attended the official 90th birthday celebration for the veteran leader. Robert Mugabe, who has been in power since 1980, released 90 balloons into the air at Marondera stadium, east of Harare. He turned 90… Continue reading Robert Mugabe celebrates 90th birthday at Harare stadium
Sochi closing ceremony: Russia tops medal table as Winter Olympics 2014 come to an end
Russia finished on top of the medal table as the 22nd Winter Olympics came to a close in Sochi on Sunday after 17 days of competition. International Olympic Committee (IOC) president Thomas Bach officially closed the Games during an extravagant 130-minute ceremony. South Korea was given the Olympic flag as Pyeongchang hosts the 2018 Games.… Continue reading Sochi closing ceremony: Russia tops medal table as Winter Olympics 2014 come to an end
Oleksandr Turchynov named Ukraine’s interim president
Ukraine parliament’s speaker Oleksandr Turchynov has been named as interim president. Oleksandr Turchynov takes charge following the dismissal of President Viktor Yanukovych on Saturday. He told lawmakers they had until Tuesday to form a new unity government. Former PM Yulia Tymoshenko, who was freed from jail on Saturday, has ruled out becoming prime minister again.… Continue reading Oleksandr Turchynov named Ukraine’s interim president
Mohamed Morsi accused of leaking state secrets to Iran
Egypt’s ousted President Mohamed Morsi has been accused by prosecutors of leaking state secrets to Iran’s Revolutionary Guards. The claim came during the second hearing of his trial on espionage charges. Prosecutors allege that he and 35 others were involved in a plot to destabilize Egypt. The trial was later adjourned to February 27. The… Continue reading Mohamed Morsi accused of leaking state secrets to Iran
Sochi Winter Olympics 2014: Closing ceremony details
Sochi 2014 Winter Olympics closing ceremony will be held on February 23 at 20:00 local time, at the Fisht Olympic Stadium. The closing ceremony will feature the parade of athletes, the extinguishing of the Olympic flame and the official hand over to South Korea. The 2018 Winter Olympics will take place in Pyeongchang, between February… Continue reading Sochi Winter Olympics 2014: Closing ceremony details
Charlotte Dawson commits suicide as she struggles financially
Australian TV personality Charlotte Dawson was found dead at her Woolloomooloo home in an apparent suicide following a long and very public battle with depression. Charlotte Dawson’s friends have spoken of a sense of inevitability around her death, revealing that in recent weeks her mental state seemed specially fragile. It is believed Charlotte Dawson, 47,… Continue reading Charlotte Dawson commits suicide as she struggles financially
Thailand: Gunmen attack opposition rally killing 5-year-old girl in Trat
A five-year-old girl has been killed and dozens of other people wounded after gunmen have opened fire on an anti-government rally in eastern Thailand. Attackers threw explosives and shot at demonstrators at a rally called by the People’s Democratic Reform Committee (PDRC). The incident took place at a night market in the Khao Saming district… Continue reading Thailand: Gunmen attack opposition rally killing 5-year-old girl in Trat
Yulia Tymoshenko urges opposition supporters to continue protests
Yulia Tymoshenko has urged opposition supporters in Kiev’s Independence Square to continue their protests. Ukraine’s former PM Yulia Tymoshenko, who has a back injury, addressed crowds from a wheelchair after being freed from detention. “Until you finish this job… nobody has the right to leave,” she said. Her speech came at the end of a… Continue reading Yulia Tymoshenko urges opposition supporters to continue protests
Pharrell Williams’ Grammys hat attracts $10,500 within 24 hours in auction
Pharrell Williams is auctioning the much talked about hat he wore at this year’s Grammy Awards. The item, listed as “Pharrell Williams’ mountain hat”, attracted a bid of $10,500 within 24 hours of being put online. The profits of the sale will go towards the producer’s charity From One Hand To Another. The charity raises… Continue reading Pharrell Williams’ Grammys hat attracts $10,500 within 24 hours in auction
Venezuela: Violent clashes at Caracas march
Police and opposition demonstrators have clashed in Venezuela at the end of a march that gathered tens of thousands of people in Caracas. Several people were injured, as police fired tear gas and activists hurled stones in the Altamira district. Supporters of left-wing President Nicolas Maduro marched in central Caracas and other cities. Ten people… Continue reading Venezuela: Violent clashes at Caracas march
Maria von Trapp dead: Last surviving member of Trapp Family Singers dies at 99
Maria von Trapp, the last surviving member of the Trapp Family Singers, the group whose story inspired The Sound of Music, has died at the age of 99, her family announced. Maria von Trapp died at her home in Vermont on Tuesday, her brother, Johannes von Trapp, told the Associated Press. Johannes von Trapp said… Continue reading Maria von Trapp dead: Last surviving member of Trapp Family Singers dies at 99
Joaquin “Shorty” Guzman: World’s most wanted drug baron arrested in Mexico
Joaquin “Shorty” Guzman – Mexico’s top drug lord and one of the world’s most wanted drug baron – has been arrested in Mexico. El Chapo (Shorty) Guzman was the leader of the Sinaloa cartel, which smuggles huge amounts of illegal drugs into the US. He had been on the run since escaping a high-security prison… Continue reading Joaquin “Shorty” Guzman: World’s most wanted drug baron arrested in Mexico
Sochi Winter Olympics 2014: Day 16, February 23
Sochi Winter Games: Day 16, February 23 Medals to be won today: Bobsleigh (four-man), cross country skiing (men’s mass start), ice hockey (men’s gold). Highlights include: 07:00 Cross country skiing – men’s mass start. 09:30 Bobsleigh – four-man third and fourth heats. 12:00 Ice hockey – men’s final. 16:00 Closing ceremony. The last action of… Continue reading Sochi Winter Olympics 2014: Day 16, February 23
How many children does Bruce Jenner have?
Former Olympic champion Bruce Jenner has six children from three marriages. During his first marriage, to Chrystie Crownover, Bruce Jenner had two children, Burton William “Burt” and Cassandra Lynn “Casey’. Bruce Jenner was married to Chrystie Crownover from December 15, 1972 to January 2, 1981 during the height of his athletic career. Burt Jenner was… Continue reading How many children does Bruce Jenner have?
Yulia Tymoshenko arrives in Kiev’s Independence Square
Yulia Tymoshenko has arrived in Kiev’s Independence Square to cheers of thousands, hours after being freed from jail. The former Ukrainian prime minister is addressing the crowds there from her wheelchair. Just hours earlier, Yulia Tymoshenko was freed following a vote by parliament on Friday demanding her release. Speaking after President Viktor Yanukovych had left… Continue reading Yulia Tymoshenko arrives in Kiev’s Independence Square
Jennifer Lopez to star in NBC’s drama Shades of Blue
Jennifer Lopez is set to star in NBC’s drama Shades of Blue, which has received a 13-episode order from the network. Jennifer Lopez will play Harlee McCord, a single mother and detective recruited to work undercover for the FBI’s anti-corruption task force. Part of a close-knit unit known for its conviction record, Harlee McCord has… Continue reading Jennifer Lopez to star in NBC’s drama Shades of Blue
Danica Patrick would agree to race Richard Petty
After NASCAR Nationwide Series qualifying Friday at Daytona International Speedway, Danica Patrick was asked whether she would, in fact, agree to race Richard Petty, something her car owner Tony Stewart suggested. Richard Petty made critical comments about Danica Patrick’s driving during a recent autograph session in Canada. He also told Fox News on Friday: “I’m… Continue reading Danica Patrick would agree to race Richard Petty
Viktor Yanukovych describes Kiev events as coup in TV address
In an address televised before Ukraine’s parliament vote to impeach him, Viktor Yanukovych described events in Kiev as a “coup”. Viktor Yanukovych insisted he was the “lawfully elected president” and compared the actions of the opposition to the rise to power of the Nazis in 1930s Germany. In his address Viktor Yanukovych also called a… Continue reading Viktor Yanukovych describes Kiev events as coup in TV address
Ukraine’s parliament votes to remove President Viktor Yanukovych
Ukraine’s parliament has voted to oust President Viktor Yanukovych and hold early presidential elections on May 25. The vote came after the opposition seized several official buildings in the capital Kiev and parliament appointed high-level officials. Viktor Yanukovych described events as a “coup” and vowed not to stand down. Also on Saturday afternoon, prominent opposition… Continue reading Ukraine’s parliament votes to remove President Viktor Yanukovych
Yulia Tymoshenko released from jail
Ukraine’s former PM Yulia Tymoshenko has been freed from jail. It follows a vote by parliament to release her after President Viktor Yanukovych fled the capital Kiev. Speaking after her release, the Ukrainian opposition leader said “the dictatorship has fallen”. Yulia Tymoshenko was sentenced to seven years in jail in 2011 after a controversial verdict… Continue reading Yulia Tymoshenko released from jail
Christina Aguilera Pregnant with Second Child
Christina Aguilera is pregnant with her second child, Us Weekly reported. The happy news comes nearly a week after Christina Aguilera, 32, announced her engagement to Matt Rutler, her boyfriend of three years. Production assistant Matt Rutler had been plotting a proposal before Christina Aguilera discovered the baby news. The pregnancy “wasn’t expected, but it… Continue reading Christina Aguilera Pregnant with Second Child