The Who has unveiled Be Lucky – its first song since 2006 – to mark its 50th anniversary. Be Lucky includes lyrical references to Australian rockers AC/DC and French electro band Daft Punk and will be included in a double album featuring the group’s greatest hits. The band will donate royalties from the new track… Continue reading Be Lucky: The Who unveils first song since 2006
Year: 2014
Billy Connolly details Robin Williams’ last phone call
In a recent interview, Scottish comedian Billy Connolly said he thinks Robin Williams tried to say goodbye during their last phone call before committing suicide last month. Billy Connolly told The Telegraph that he and the late actor frequently told one another that they loved each other during phone conversations, and last one was no… Continue reading Billy Connolly details Robin Williams’ last phone call
Rock in Rio USA 2015 lineup: Metallica and Taylor Swift among performers at Las Vegas music festival
Metallica and Taylor Swift are among the performers set for the US debut of the Rock in Rio music festival next year, organizers announced. No Doubt and Linkin Park will also perform on the main stage during the four-day event in Las Vegas. The Deftones and John Legend will perform on a different stage, the… Continue reading Rock in Rio USA 2015 lineup: Metallica and Taylor Swift among performers at Las Vegas music festival
Japan: Mount Ontake volcano eruption injures at least eight hikers
Japan’s Mount Ontake volcano erupted on September 27, injuring at least eight hikers and leaving 250 others stranded near the peak. Witnesses heard a “thunder-like” boom before the eruption at the 3,067m (10,120ft) peak, situated between Nagano and Gifu prefectures. PM Shinzo Abe says the army will help rescue some 150 climbers sheltering in lodges… Continue reading Japan: Mount Ontake volcano eruption injures at least eight hikers
India: Jayaram Jayalalitha found guilty of corruption
Indian politician Jayaram Jayalalitha has been found guilty of corruption charges in a high-profile case which has lasted for 18 years. The chief minister of the southern state of Tamil Nadu and one of India’s most colorful and controversial politicians was found guilty of amassing wealth of more than $10 million which was unaccounted for.… Continue reading India: Jayaram Jayalalitha found guilty of corruption
Catalonia independence: President Artur Mas signs referendum decree
Artur Mas, the president of the Spanish region of Catalonia, has signed a decree calling for a referendum on independence. Artur Mas wants Catalonia to hold a Scottish-style vote on November 9, but does not have the backing of the central government in Madrid. Spain’s Prime Minister Mariano Rajoy has said he will block any… Continue reading Catalonia independence: President Artur Mas signs referendum decree
Ebola outbreak death toll passes 3,000 in West Africa
According to a World Health Organization (WHO) report, the death toll from the Ebola outbreak in West Africa has passed 3,000. The latest figures indicate that more than 6,500 people are believed to have been infected in the region. Liberia is the worst affected country, having recorded around 1,830 deaths linked to the latest outbreak.… Continue reading Ebola outbreak death toll passes 3,000 in West Africa
George Clooney and Amal Alamuddin host pre-wedding party at Belmond Hotel Cipriani in Venice
George Clooney and his bride-to-be, Amal Alamuddin, arrived in Venice, Italy, on September 26 in preparation for their wedding aboard a water taxi named Amore. Amal Alamuddin and George Clooney boated to the Belmond Hotel Cipriani to host an intimate gathering for friends attending their wedding. The pre-wedding party was attended by stars like Cindy… Continue reading George Clooney and Amal Alamuddin host pre-wedding party at Belmond Hotel Cipriani in Venice
Chelsea Clinton and Marc Mezvinsky welcome baby girl Charlotte
Former First Daughter Chelsea Clinton and her husband Marc Mezvinsky have welcomed a baby girl. “Marc and I are full of love, awe and gratitude as we celebrate the birth of our daughter, Charlotte Clinton Mezvinsky,” Chelsea Clinton tweeted. Chelsea Clinton, daughter of former President Bill Clinton and former Secretary of State Hillary Clinton, 34,… Continue reading Chelsea Clinton and Marc Mezvinsky welcome baby girl Charlotte
Ford recalls 850,000 vehicles to fix airbag deployment glitch
Ford is recalling 850,000 vehicles because an electrical problem that could cause the vehicles’ airbags and seatbelts to fail. The action affects the Ford Escape, Ford C-MAX, Ford Fusion and Lincoln MKZ. Of the 850,000-plus vehicles in the recall, 746,842 were sold in the US. The rest were in Canada and Mexico. The issue is… Continue reading Ford recalls 850,000 vehicles to fix airbag deployment glitch
Chamoda Kennedy-Palmore dies in traffic accident
University of Cincinnati running back Chamoda Kennedy-Palmore died in traffic accident on Thursday, September 25. He was only 19. The accident occurred on Vine Street, north of the UC campus in Clifton Thursday afternoon. Chamoda Kennedy-Palmore was riding his motorcycle and wearing a protective helmet and equipment when he hit the side of a car… Continue reading Chamoda Kennedy-Palmore dies in traffic accident
Cricketers set world record for highest-ever match by playing on Kilimanjaro
A new world record for the highest-ever cricket match has been set by an international team of cricketers by playing at the top of Kilimanjaro. Tanzania’s Kilimanjaro is Africa’s highest mountain. The teams included former South Africa fast bowler Makhaya Ntini and ex-England spinner Ashley Giles. The game was played at a height of 5,730m… Continue reading Cricketers set world record for highest-ever match by playing on Kilimanjaro
EASA: Mobile phones can be left switched on during flights
Electronic devices such as mobile phones can be left switched on during flights, the European Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) has announced. The EASA says that electronic devices do not pose a safety risk. The announcement clears the way for airlines to permit the use of mobile phones, once they have conducted their own safety reviews.… Continue reading EASA: Mobile phones can be left switched on during flights
Chicago flights grounded due to fire at air traffic control facility
The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has announced that all flights in and out of Chicago’s O’Hare and Midway were grounded due to a fire at an air traffic control facility. More than 300 hundred flights have been cancelled, according to a flight tracking website. Fire crews have put out the blaze but the airports remain… Continue reading Chicago flights grounded due to fire at air traffic control facility
Shellshock bug: Thousands of servers compromised
According to experts, millions of servers use software vulnerable to Shellshock bug, which lets attackers run commands on that system. Up to now, a series of attacks on websites and servers using the serious Shellshock bug has been spotted So far, thousands of servers have been compromised via Shellshock and some have been used to… Continue reading Shellshock bug: Thousands of servers compromised
US airstrikes destroy four ISIS-held tanks in Syria
US-led airstrikes have destroyed four ISIS-held oil tanks and damaged another during a fourth night of bombardments in Syria. The Pentagon said it also carried out seven strikes on ISIS positions in Iraq, including one on the outskirts of the capital, Baghdad. The Danish government says it is sending seven F-16 fighter jets to join… Continue reading US airstrikes destroy four ISIS-held tanks in Syria
Kim Jong-un suffers from unspecified illness
Kim Jong-un has an unspecified medical problem, North Korea’s state media reported after the leader failed to appear at a key political event. A report on state television said on September 25 that Kim Jong-un, 31, was in an “uncomfortable physical condition” but gave no details. Earlier, Kim Jong-un was absent from a session of… Continue reading Kim Jong-un suffers from unspecified illness
MH370: Search team releases detailed images of seabed
The team searching for missing Malaysia Airlines flight MH370 has released detailed images of the seabed. The new images reveal features such as extinct volcanoes and 1,400-metre depressions for the first time. The collection of data from one of the most secret parts of the world is a by-product of the search. Until now there… Continue reading MH370: Search team releases detailed images of seabed
Exploring the Amazing Shopping Centres of Istanbul
Do you feel like you need a change of scenery? Last minute holidays are specifically tailored to suit one’s vacation preference, whether it’s a beach vacation or a Caribbean cruise, achieving a trip that will complement your personality is easy and hassle-free. If you want to combine this holiday with a bit of retail therapy, you should… Continue reading Exploring the Amazing Shopping Centres of Istanbul
Hungary halts gas supplies to Ukraine
Hungary’s gas pipeline operator has suspended delivery of gas to Ukraine “indefinitely”. Ukraine has been receiving gas from Hungary, Poland and Slovakia since Russia cut off supplies to Ukraine in June in a dispute over unpaid bills. Ukraine’s state-owned gas firm, Naftogaz, confirmed the stoppage. It called the move “unexpected and unexplained”. The pipeline operator,… Continue reading Hungary halts gas supplies to Ukraine
George Clooney wedding: Venice to close Grand Canal walkway to keep crowds away
According to new reports, Venice city officials are closing a walkway fronting the picturesque Grand Canal to keep crowds away from George Clooney’s wedding to human rights lawyer Amal Alamuddin. Venice city on September 26 issued an order closing walkways accessing the 16th Century Palazzo Cavalli (Cavalli Palace) for at least two hours on September… Continue reading George Clooney wedding: Venice to close Grand Canal walkway to keep crowds away
Turmerone: Curry spice may help brain self-repair
According to a report in the journal Stem Cell Research and Therapy, a spice commonly found in curries may boost the brain’s ability to heal itself. The German study suggests a compound found in turmeric could encourage the growth of nerve cells thought to be part of the brain’s repair kit. Scientists say this work,… Continue reading Turmerone: Curry spice may help brain self-repair
Eric Holder resigns after six years in Barack Obama’s cabinet
Attorney General Eric Holder announced his resignation on September 25 after leading the Justice Department since the first days of President Barack Obama’s term. Eric Holder, 63, is the fourth-longest-serving attorney general in US history. America’s first black attorney general and an unflinching champion of civil rights in enforcing the nation’s laws is the administration’s… Continue reading Eric Holder resigns after six years in Barack Obama’s cabinet
Skip E. Lowe dies from complications of emphysema at 85
Low-budget talk-show host and former child actor Skip E. Lowe died on September 22 at the age of 85 from complications of emphysema. Skip E. Lowe filmed Skip E. Lowe Looks at Hollywood for 36 years, broadcasting it on cable TV outlets in Los Angeles, New York and San Francisco. He filmed the last one… Continue reading Skip E. Lowe dies from complications of emphysema at 85
iPhone 6 bending: Apple says such damage would be rare during normal use
Apple has finally responded to claims that its new handsets iPhone 6 and iPhone 6 Plus are prone to bending by saying such damage would be “rare” during normal use. Media outlets across the globe had reported that several iPhone 6 users had complained of handsets becoming misshapen after being carried in trousers pockets without… Continue reading iPhone 6 bending: Apple says such damage would be rare during normal use