AC/DC founder Malcolm Young will not return to the band, after taking a break due to illness. The band said “due to the nature of Malcolm’s condition” their new album Rock or Bust would be the first in AC/DC’s 41-year history not to feature Malcolm Young on the recordings. A message on their website revealed… Continue reading Malcolm Young will not return to AC/DC
Year: 2014
UNGA New York: Barack Obama urges world to help dismantle ISIS’ network of death
Speaking at the UN General Assembly in New York, President Barack Obama has urged the world to help dismantle the Islamic State’s (ISIS) “network of death”. Meanwhile US warplanes stepped up air strikes against ISIS militants in Iraq and Syria. “There can be no reasoning – no negotiation – with this brand of evil,” Barack… Continue reading UNGA New York: Barack Obama urges world to help dismantle ISIS’ network of death
Herve Gourdel: French tourist seized in Algeria killed by Jund al-Khilafa
French tourist Herve Gourdel, who was seized by in Algeria on September 21, has been killed, according to a video released by jihadist group Jund al-Khilafa. Militant group Jund al-Khilafa had set a 24-hour deadline on September 23 for France to halt air strikes in Iraq. Herve Gourdel, 55, was abducted in the north-east Kabylie… Continue reading Herve Gourdel: French tourist seized in Algeria killed by Jund al-Khilafa
Monica Spear’s killers given long sentences
Three men have been sentenced to many years in jail for the killing of Venezuelan beauty queen Monica Spear in January 2014. The three had pleaded guilty. Monica Spear, 29, and her British partner, Thomas Berry, were shot dead in front of their five-year-old daughter during a roadside robbery. According to UN figures, Venezuela has… Continue reading Monica Spear’s killers given long sentences
Mangalyaan: India’s Mars mission enters orbit
India has successfully put the Mangalyaan robotic probe into orbit around Mars, becoming the fourth country to do so. The Mangalyaan robotic probe, one of the cheapest interplanetary missions ever, will soon begin work studying the Red Planet’s atmosphere. A 24-minute engine burn slowed the probe down enough to allow it to be captured by… Continue reading Mangalyaan: India’s Mars mission enters orbit
Nicolas Sarkozy corruption case suspended
According to French media, a corruption investigation against former President Nicolas Sarkozy has been suspended. They quote judicial sources as saying that Paris appeals court will now study a request by Nicolas Sarkozy for the case to be dismissed. Nicolas Sarkozy, 59, is still facing several other judicial investigations. Last week he said he would… Continue reading Nicolas Sarkozy corruption case suspended
Abu Qatada cleared of terrorism offences by Jordan court
Abu Qatada has been found not guilty of terrorism offences by a court in Jordan. A panel of civilian judges sitting at Amman’s State Security Court cleared the radical Muslim cleric of being involved in a thwarted plot aimed at the Millennium celebrations in 2000. The ruling comes after Abu Qatada was acquitted in June… Continue reading Abu Qatada cleared of terrorism offences by Jordan court
Starbucks takes full ownership of Japan operations for $914 million
Starbucks is buying out its Japanese partner in a deal worth $914 million. Starbucks Japan has been a joint venture between Starbucks and Sazaby League since 1995. Under the deal Starbucks will buy the 60.5% stake of the Japanese unit that it does not own. It hopes to complete the deal by the end of… Continue reading Starbucks takes full ownership of Japan operations for $914 million
White House intrusion: Secret Service erects second fence after security breach
A second fence has been erected between the White House and a thoroughfare popular with tourists, local residents and workers, days after Omar Gonzalez scaled the main fence and entered the mansion through an unlocked door. The Secret Service said the new fence created a “temporary buffer zone” while it reviewed its procedures. The new… Continue reading White House intrusion: Secret Service erects second fence after security breach
Chokeberries boost pancreatic cancer therapy
According to a study in the Journal of Clinical Patholow, chokeberries, wild berries native to North America, may have a role in boosting cancer therapy. Scientists suggest chokeberries (Aronia) could work in combination with conventional drugs to kill more cancer cells. However, the UK research is at an early stage, with experiments carried out only… Continue reading Chokeberries boost pancreatic cancer therapy
Hannah Graham UPDATE: Clothes taken from Jesse Leroy Matthew Jr’s house
In a second search of the home of Jesse Leroy Matthew Jr., the man believed to be the last person seen with missing University of Virginia student Hannah Graham, officials said they took pieces of clothing. However, the authorities would not elaborate on the importance of the items. The clothing was found on September 22… Continue reading Hannah Graham UPDATE: Clothes taken from Jesse Leroy Matthew Jr’s house
Alice Cooper opens Attic & Thrift Store in Scottsdale, Arizona
Alice Cooper has opened a thrift store in Scottsdale, Arizona, last week, giving his fans a chance to own his old clothes. Alice Cooper’s Attic & Thrift Store will be stocked with pieces from the rocker’s personal collection. Alice Cooper told AZCentral.com: “I’m a shopaholic. When I’m on tour, I come home with 10 suitcases… Continue reading Alice Cooper opens Attic & Thrift Store in Scottsdale, Arizona
Jozef Wesolowski: Vatican’s former ambassador to Dominican Republic under house arrest
Vatican’s former ambassador to the Dominican Republic Jozef Wesolowski has been put under house arrest following allegations he abused young boys in the Caribbean country. Archbishop Jozef Wesolowski has already been defrocked after the Vatican’s canon law court found him guilty in June and imposed its toughest penalty: laicization, or returning to life as a layman. On… Continue reading Jozef Wesolowski: Vatican’s former ambassador to Dominican Republic under house arrest
Miss America 2015: Kira Kazantsev removed from college sorority over hazing
Miss America Kira Kazantsev says she was removed from her college sorority over a letter that made light of hazing. However, Kira Kazantsev denies a report that she was involved in aggressively hazing fellow students. On today’s Good Morning America, Kira Kazantsev said that she was asked to leave the Alpha Phi sorority at Hofstra… Continue reading Miss America 2015: Kira Kazantsev removed from college sorority over hazing
Emma Watson threatened online after UN speech
Emma Watson appears to be targeted by internet trolls after a UN speech. A web page titled Emma You Are Next, featuring an image of the Harry Potter star next to a countdown, suggests the actress will be targeted. The page also features the logo of 4chan, the site which is said to have hosted… Continue reading Emma Watson threatened online after UN speech
UN Climate Summit 2014: World leaders gather in New York for high-level climate change meeting
World leaders are holding a summit on climate change at the United Nations. The aim at the New York meeting is to galvanize member states to sign up to a comprehensive new global climate agreement at talks in Paris next year. “Today, we must set the world on a new course,” UN Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon… Continue reading UN Climate Summit 2014: World leaders gather in New York for high-level climate change meeting
WHO projections: Nearly 20,000 Ebola cases by November 2014
The World Health Organization (WHO) has warned that Ebola infections will treble to 20,000 by November if efforts to tackle the outbreak are not stepped up. A new analysis suggests about 70% of those infected have died, higher than the 50% previously reported. There have been 2,800 deaths so far and the disease remains “a… Continue reading WHO projections: Nearly 20,000 Ebola cases by November 2014
Sulaiman Abu Ghaith: Osama bin Laden’s son-in-low jailed for life
Osama bin Laden’s son-in-law, Sulaiman Abu Ghaith, who was an al-Qaeda spokesman after 9/11, has been sentenced to life in prison for terrorism-related charges at a trial in New York. Sulaiman Abu Ghaith, 48, is the highest-ranking al-Qaeda figure to face trial on US soil since 9/11 attacks. The Kuwaiti clergyman was captured in Jordan… Continue reading Sulaiman Abu Ghaith: Osama bin Laden’s son-in-low jailed for life
John Cantlie: ISIS releases second video of British hostage
ISIS militants have released a second video showing British journalist John Cantlie, who is being held hostage by the jihadist group. It comes less than a week after John Cantlie’s first appearance on screen following his kidnapping in Syria in 2012. The release of the video showing John Cantlie comes as the US and its… Continue reading John Cantlie: ISIS releases second video of British hostage
Bryan Singer set to direct X-Men: Apocalypse
Bryan Singer will direct X-Men: Apocalypse, the next movie in the long-running blockbuster franchise. The new movie, which is due for release in May 2016, will be the eighth in the comic book series and the fourth directed by Bryan Singer. Bryan Singer took the helm for the first two X-Men releases and returned for… Continue reading Bryan Singer set to direct X-Men: Apocalypse
White tiger kills teenager at Delhi zoo
An Indian white tiger has attacked and killed a teenager at Delhi zoo, officials and witnesses say. According to zoo manager Riaz Khan, the young man “leapt over the railing into the tiger enclosure”. Initial reports described him as a schoolboy. Television pictures showed the student crouching against a wall while the tiger stood near… Continue reading White tiger kills teenager at Delhi zoo
US and Arab allies launch first airstrikes against ISIS militants in Syria
The US and five Arab allies – Bahrain, Jordan, Qatar, Saudi Arabia and the United Arab Emirates – have launched the first strikes against Islamic State (ISIS) militants in Syria. The Pentagon said warplanes, drones and Tomahawk missiles were used in the attacks, which targeted several areas including ISIS stronghold Raqqa. Syria’s foreign ministry said… Continue reading US and Arab allies launch first airstrikes against ISIS militants in Syria
Omar Gonzalez: White House intruder had ammunition and a machete in his car
Omar Gonzalez, the man who broke into the White House on September 19, had 800 rounds of ammunition, a machete and two hatchets in his car, authorities have said. Omar Gonzalez, 42, was carrying a knife when stopped by Secret Service officers just inside the building. On September 22, officials said Omar Gonzalez was also… Continue reading Omar Gonzalez: White House intruder had ammunition and a machete in his car
Kanye West turns teacher at fashion college to fulfill community service hours
College dropout Kanye West is teaching at Los Angeles Trade Technical College for 250 hours as part of his mandated community service from his 2013 paparazzi mishap. The community service stems from a paparazzi attack back in July of 2013, after a scuffle at LAX. The former Chicago State University student pleaded no contest to… Continue reading Kanye West turns teacher at fashion college to fulfill community service hours
Kris Jenner files for divorce from Bruce Jenner after 22 years of marriage
Kris Jenner filed for divorce from Bruce Jenner on September 22 in LA, citing irreconcilable differences. The Keeping Up With the Kardashians matriarch is now ending her 22-year year marriage to the Olympic gold medalist. Kris and Bruce Jenner’s relationship have been featured prominently on the reality show that focuses heavily on Kris Jenner’s daughters… Continue reading Kris Jenner files for divorce from Bruce Jenner after 22 years of marriage