Oscar Pistorius’ charity work has been scrutinized by the prosecution on a second day of his sentencing hearing in Pretoria court. The South African athlete’s main motive was to further his career, the prosecutor said, in an attempt to show he deserves jail for killing his girlfriend Reeva Steenkamp. Oscar Pistorius, 27, was found guilty… Continue reading Oscar Pistorius sentencing: Prosecution scrutinizes athlete’s charity work
Year: 2014
UK airports to start Ebola screening
London’s Heathrow airport is to start screening for Ebola among passengers flying into the UK from countries at risk. A “handful” of cases – thought to be fewer than 10 – are expected to reach the UK before Christmas. Screening will start at Terminal 1, before being extended to other terminals, Gatwick airport and Eurostar… Continue reading UK airports to start Ebola screening
Kim Jong-un makes first public appearance after 40 days of absence
Kim Jong-un has made his first public appearance since September 3, the North Korean official news agency says. The KCNA agency said on October 14 that Kim Jong-un “gave field guidance” at a newly-built scientists’ residential district. Rodong Sinmun daily newspaper carried several photographs of Kim Jong-un using a walking stick as he inspected the… Continue reading Kim Jong-un makes first public appearance after 40 days of absence
Catalonia cancels independence referendum
Catalonia’s government has called off plans to push ahead with a contested independence referendum, Spanish media says. A spokesman for Catalan President Artur Mas said he would be holding a news conference at 08:00 GMT on October 14. Spain’s government said the November 9 vote was unconstitutional but Catalan’s leaders had vowed to hold it.… Continue reading Catalonia cancels independence referendum
Queen Elizabeth shows early stages of Alzheimer’s disease?
Queen Elizabeth II is having health problems as she shows early stages of Alzheimer’s disease, according to a Globe Magazine report. Queen Elizabeth, 88, has long been subject to rumors and speculation. The same magazine reported late last year that the queen was suffering continuous shortness of breath, and that doctors didn’t really know what… Continue reading Queen Elizabeth shows early stages of Alzheimer’s disease?
Woolworths pulls racist top tank from Australian stores
Woolworths has removed a top tank bearing a slogan seen by many as racist from supermarket shelves in Australia after it was “inadvertently” stocked. The singlet with Australia’s flag and the slogan “If you don’t love it, leave” was on sale at two Woolworths stores in Queensland and New South Wales. A spokesman said Woolworths… Continue reading Woolworths pulls racist top tank from Australian stores
Si Robertson congratulates nephew John Luke for engagement to Mary Kate McEachran
Duck Dynasty’s Si Robertson congratulated his nephew John Luke for his engagement to girlfriend Mary Kate McEacharn. John Luke Robertson popped the question on his 19th birthday on Saturday, October 11. He is the eldest son of Korie and Willie Robertson. Uncle Si Robertson wrote on his Facebook page: “Hey JACK! John Luke found his… Continue reading Si Robertson congratulates nephew John Luke for engagement to Mary Kate McEachran
Oscar Pistorius sentencing: Probation officer proposes house arrest and community service
Oscar Pistorius should not go to jail over the killing of Reeva Steenkamp, his sentencing hearing has been told. A probation officer appearing for the defense said Oscar Pistorius should serve house arrest and community service. Prosecutor Gerrie Nel described the suggestion as “shockingly inappropriate”. Oscar Pistorius, 27, was found guilty of the culpable homicide… Continue reading Oscar Pistorius sentencing: Probation officer proposes house arrest and community service
Jessica Chubbs Shannon celebrates 18th birthday
Honey Boo Boo’s older sister, Jessica “Chubbs” Shannon, celebrated her 18th birthday on October 10. The Here Comes Honey Boo Boo star is in the first year of college and she had a boyfriend Philip but they broke up. Jessica sisters are Alana “Honey Boo Boo” Thompson, Lauryn “Pumpkin” Shannon and Anna “Chickadee” Shannon. She… Continue reading Jessica Chubbs Shannon celebrates 18th birthday
John Luke Robertson engaged to Mary Kate McEacharn
Duck Dynasty’s John Luke Robertson, son of Willie and Korie Robertson, is engaged to girlfriend Mary Kate McEacharn. John Luke Robertson proposed on his 19th birthday on Saturday, October 11. Mary Kate McEacharn posted on her Instagram page late on Saturday a photo showing her flashing a sparkling engagement ring and her new fiancé holding a… Continue reading John Luke Robertson engaged to Mary Kate McEacharn
Kmart hit by credit card data theft
Kmart discount chain, the latest victim of hacker attacks on retailers, said it detected a security breach last week and is investigating the incident with law enforcement officials. Cash registers at 1,200 Kmart stores were infected with malware that scooped up payment card numbers for over a month, reports the retailer. In a statement, Kmart… Continue reading Kmart hit by credit card data theft
Jean Tirole wins Nobel Prize in Economic Sciences 2014
Jean Tirole has won the 2014 Nobel Prize in Economic Sciences for his work on market power and regulation, and his work taming powerful companies. Staffan Normark, permanent secretary of the Royal Swedish Academy of Sciences, announced that the French economics professor had won the final prize of the 2014 Nobels at a ceremony on… Continue reading Jean Tirole wins Nobel Prize in Economic Sciences 2014
Susan Mellen exonerated in Richard Daly murder case after spending 17 years in prison
Susan Mellen, who spent 17 years in prison after being convicted of murder in the death of a homeless man, was exonerated on October 10 by a Los Angeles County judge who said she should not spend another minute behind bars. The courtroom burst into applause after Superior Court Judge Mark Arnold overturned the conviction… Continue reading Susan Mellen exonerated in Richard Daly murder case after spending 17 years in prison
Yo Picasso: 1901 Pablo Picasso self-portrait goes on public display in London
An unseen Pablo Picasso self-portrait from 1901 will go on display in central London from Tuesday, October 14. Yo Picasso depicts the Spanish artist and sculptor at the age of 20, looking directly at the viewer while painting by candlelight. The piece will be displayed alongside a 1969 self-portrait by Francis Bacon and works by… Continue reading Yo Picasso: 1901 Pablo Picasso self-portrait goes on public display in London
Gone Girl tops US box office for second weekend in a row
Ben Affleck’s Gone Girl has topped the US box office for a second weekend in a row. Dracula Untold came on second place, taking $23.4 million, less than Gone Girl‘s second weekend haul of $26.8 million. Steve Carell’s family comedy Alexander and the Terrible, Horrible, No Good, Very Bad Day, made its debut at three… Continue reading Gone Girl tops US box office for second weekend in a row
Ebola outbreak: Liberian medical staff on national strike over risk fee
Liberian nurses and medical assistants are on national strike, as the Ebola epidemic continues in the country. The National Health Workers Association wants an increase in the monthly risk fee paid to those treating Ebola cases. In the US, President Barack Obama has directed more steps to be taken to ensure high safety procedures when… Continue reading Ebola outbreak: Liberian medical staff on national strike over risk fee
Oscar Pistorius sentencing begins in Pretoria court
Oscar Pistorius has returned to Pretoria court for sentencing after being convicted of killing his girlfriend, Reeva Steenkamp. Oscar Pistorius, 27, was found guilty of the culpable homicide of Reeva Steenkamp last month but he was cleared of murder. His psychologist was the first defense witness to speak at the sentencing hearing, which could last… Continue reading Oscar Pistorius sentencing begins in Pretoria court
Bolivia elections 2014: President Evo Morales wins third term in office
Evo Morales is claiming a third term in office win in Bolivia’s presidential elections. “This win is a triumph for anti-imperialists and anti-colonialists,” Evo Morales told cheering supporters at the presidential palace in La Paz. Exit polls show Evo Morales on 60%, well ahead of his rivals, as votes are counted. To avoid a run-off,… Continue reading Bolivia elections 2014: President Evo Morales wins third term in office
John Luke Robertson celebrates 19th birthday
Duck Dynasty’s John Luke Robertson celebrated his 19th birthday with his family on October 11. John Luke Robertson is the eldest son of the five children of Korie and Willie, the latter of which is one of Phil and Miss Kay’s four children. His father, Willie Robertson, tweeted on his birthday: “19 years ago I welcomed… Continue reading John Luke Robertson celebrates 19th birthday
Ferguson October protests: At least 17 people arrested in St Louis
At least 17 people have been arrested in St Louis, Missouri, during a weekend of planned protests against police shootings. Demonstrators were held for unlawful assembly after staging a sit-in outside a convenience store early on Sunday, October 12. Thousands of people in Missouri have taken part in rallies and vigils as part of a… Continue reading Ferguson October protests: At least 17 people arrested in St Louis
CDC: Texas hospital breach of protocol led to second US Ebola case
Dr. Tom Frieden, head of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), has said a mistake was “clearly” made by staff treating Thomas Eric Duncan who died of Ebola in Texas, resulting in one being infected. The female health worker infected is in an isolation ward in stable condition, awaiting confirmation of her diagnosis.… Continue reading CDC: Texas hospital breach of protocol led to second US Ebola case
Robert Redford to receive Lifetime Achievement Award from Lincoln Center Film Society
Robert Redford will receive Chaplin Award, a lifetime achievement award from New York’s Film Society of Lincoln Centre. Robert Redford’s career highlights will be celebrated at a gala in New York in April 2015. The society, which organizes the annual New York Film Festival, said that Robert Redford’s “impact is hard to measure in many… Continue reading Robert Redford to receive Lifetime Achievement Award from Lincoln Center Film Society
Cyclone Hudhud hits India prompting evacuation of 300,000 people
Cyclone Hudhud has hit the eastern Indian coast, causing extensive damage and prompting the evacuation of some 300,000 people. The cyclone, classed “very severe” and bringing winds of up to 120mph, is expected to make landfall soon near the city of Visakhapatnam. Hundreds of trees have been uprooted and power lines brought down in Andhra… Continue reading Cyclone Hudhud hits India prompting evacuation of 300,000 people
UN: Ebola outbreak can be brought under control within three months
Dr. David Nabarro, the UN’s senior system coordinator for Ebola, says he hopes that the outbreak can be brought under control within three months. People were becoming aware that isolating those infected was the best way to prevent transmission, he added. So far, there have been more than 8,300 confirmed and suspected cases of Ebola,… Continue reading UN: Ebola outbreak can be brought under control within three months
Mexico: Iguala bodies not all of missing students
Mexican authorities say that some bodies found in shallow graves near the town of Iguala are not those of students missing after clashes with police. The 43 students were last seen being pushed into police vans after a protest in Guerrero state on September 26. “I can say that some of the bodies, according to… Continue reading Mexico: Iguala bodies not all of missing students