Daphne Caruana Galizia, a prominent Maltese blogger, who had accused the island’s government of corruption, has died in a car bomb attack, according to police. The 53-year-old was reportedly killed when the car she was driving exploded shortly after she left her home in Bidnija, near Mosta. According to local media, one of her sons… Continue reading Daphne Caruana Galizia: Malta Blogger Dies in Car Bomb Attack
Year: 2017
Colin Kaepernick Files Grievance for Collusion against NFL Owners
Colin Kaepernick is suing NFL team owners he believes are conspiring not to hire him because of his protests against racial injustice. The 29-year-old has been without a team since he opted out of his contract with the San Francisco 49ers in March. Colin Kaepernick first protested by sitting during the national anthem in August… Continue reading Colin Kaepernick Files Grievance for Collusion against NFL Owners
Venezuela Elections 2017: Nicolas Maduro’s Party Wins 17 of 23 State Governorships amid Fraud Claims
According to Venezuela’s electoral authority, the governing Socialist Party has won 17 of 23 state governorships in a crushing victory. Socialist President Nicolás Maduro hailed it as a victory for Chavismo, his party’s brand of socialism named after former president Hugo Chávez. However, opposition leaders alleged fraud. The Democratic Union Roundtable coalition has refused to… Continue reading Venezuela Elections 2017: Nicolas Maduro’s Party Wins 17 of 23 State Governorships amid Fraud Claims
Austria Elections 2017: Sebastian Kurz Set to Become World’s Youngest National Leader
Sebastian Kurz, the 31-year-old leader of Austria’s conservative People’s Party, is set to win the country’s general election, projections suggest. He is also on course to become the world’s youngest national leader. The People’s Party was set to win more than 31%. It is so far unclear whether the Social Democrats or the far-right Freedom… Continue reading Austria Elections 2017: Sebastian Kurz Set to Become World’s Youngest National Leader
Harvey Weinstein Expelled from Motion Picture Academy
The board of the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences has voted to expel Harvey Weinstein following numerous allegations of assault made against him. The organization behind the Oscars said its board “voted well in excess of the required two-thirds majority” to expel the Hollywood film producer. The board’s members include Hollywood figures such… Continue reading Harvey Weinstein Expelled from Motion Picture Academy
The most popular myths about virtual private networks
Everyone needs protection. And if you feel that you stay protected enough in the real world, you still feel not safe because of cyber world threats. Now the most popular tool for remaining absolutely private and secure in the daily usage of Worldwide Web is a virtual private network. Although these systems exist for a… Continue reading The most popular myths about virtual private networks
Bob Weinstein Denies Company’s Sale
Bob Weinstein has denied media reports that the film production company he and his brother Harvey co-founded could be closed or sold. He said in a statement: “Our banks, partners and shareholders are fully supportive of our company. “Business is continuing as usual.” On October 8, the company fired Harvey Weinstein amid a slew of… Continue reading Bob Weinstein Denies Company’s Sale
Rose McGowan Accuses Harvey Weinstein of Raping Her
Rose McGowan has publicly accused Hollywood producer Harvey Weinstein of raping her. In a series of tweets, the actress also accused Amazon Studio chief Roy Price of having ignored her when she made the allegation earlier. Amazon has put Roy Price – himself accused on October 12 of harassing a female producer – on leave… Continue reading Rose McGowan Accuses Harvey Weinstein of Raping Her
California Fires Death Toll Rises to 31 as Hundreds Remain Missing
The death toll from northern California wildfires has climbed to 31, as officials warned that conditions would worsen. Hundreds of people remain missing as at least 22 fires rampaged across the state’s famous wine country. More than 8,000 firefighters are now battling the flames. The fires have destroyed more than 3,500 buildings and homes over… Continue reading California Fires Death Toll Rises to 31 as Hundreds Remain Missing
3 Elements to Consider and Include in Your Business Plan
Starting a new business requires a lot of groundwork. If you don’t create a stable foundation for your company, it’s difficult to keep track of all of the small details and tasks that need to be done to keep your business afloat. This is why it’s important to create a business plan. A good business… Continue reading 3 Elements to Consider and Include in Your Business Plan
Harvey Weinstein Scandal: NYPD and UK Police Launch Investigations into Assault Allegations
The US and UK police are conducting investigations into assault allegations against Harvey Weinstein. The NYPD is looking into an allegation dating from 2004 and is reviewing whether there are any additional complaints. Meanwhile, London’s Metropolitan Police has received an allegation of assault in the London area in the 1980s. Harvey Weinstein, 65, has “unequivocally… Continue reading Harvey Weinstein Scandal: NYPD and UK Police Launch Investigations into Assault Allegations
US and Israel Quit UNESCO
The US has decided to pull out of the UN’s cultural organization UNESCO, after US officials cited “anti-Israel bias”. Following its decision, Israel has announced it will join the US in quitting UNESCO. Israeli PM Benjamin Netanyahu praised the US decision as “brave and moral”, a statement said. UNESCO is known for designating world heritage… Continue reading US and Israel Quit UNESCO
What To Inspect Before You Sign An Office Lease
Office leases vary from city to city, and the laws regarding them do also. Getting yourself an office for your business is a big step, and thus requires a lot of consideration. First of all, you’ll need to know whether you can expand, and secondly, what expansion is going to take out of you. Below… Continue reading What To Inspect Before You Sign An Office Lease
President Donald Trump Threatens to Challenge NBC’s License Following Nuclear Report
President Donald Trump has threatened to challenge media licenses for NBC News and other news networks after unfavorable reports. The president took aim at NBC, which made him a star on The Apprentice, after the broadcaster reported he wanted to boost America’s nuclear arsenal almost tenfold. President Trump labeled NBC report “fake news” and “pure… Continue reading President Donald Trump Threatens to Challenge NBC’s License Following Nuclear Report
Vietnam Floods Kill at Least 37, Thousands Evacuated
At least 37 people have died and dozens are missing as floods and landslides ravaged northern and central Vietnam. Thousands of people have been evacuated from their homes, as a tropical depression sweeps across northern and central Vietnam. Among the missing is a local journalist reporting on the floods, who was swept away after a… Continue reading Vietnam Floods Kill at Least 37, Thousands Evacuated
What Is It About Games That Keeps Us Coming Back For More?
If you’re a gamer, it makes sense to want to know a little more about how games function and why they’re so successful and getting us hooked. No one wants to feel like a lemming that gets easily trapped in the need to keep playing and coming back. But anyone who has ever played games… Continue reading What Is It About Games That Keeps Us Coming Back For More?
Matt Damon Denies Helping to Cover Up Harvey Weinstein Story in 2004
Matt Damon has denied trying to “kill” a story about Harvey Weinstein’s behavior when it was investigated by journalist Sharon Waxman thirteen years ago. Sharon Waxman has said she looked into rumors that an employee of Harvey Weinstein in Italy was procuring women for him. The journalist said Matt Damon and Russell Crowe called her… Continue reading Matt Damon Denies Helping to Cover Up Harvey Weinstein Story in 2004
California Wildfires: At Least 17 Dead and More Than 150 Missing
According to California police, more than 150 people are missing in wildfires that have ravaged the state’s northern wine region. At least 17 people are now confirmed dead and more than 2,000 buildings have been destroyed by the fires which broke out on October 8. Eleven of the deaths have been in Sonoma County. One… Continue reading California Wildfires: At Least 17 Dead and More Than 150 Missing
North Korea Crisis: US Flies Bombers over Korean Peninsula
The US and South Korea have conducted a joint military exercise, flying two strategic bombers over the Korean peninsula. The B-1B combat bombers were joined by two South Korean F-15K fighter jets, and carried out air-to-ground missile drills off South Korean waters. The move comes amid heightened tensions with North Korea over its nuclear program.… Continue reading North Korea Crisis: US Flies Bombers over Korean Peninsula
Georgina Chapman Leaves Harvey Weinstein Following Harassment Scandal
Harvey Weinstein’s wife, Georgina Chapman, says she is leaving the Hollywood producer following allegations of harassment against him from a string of actresses. Georgina Chapman, 41, said Harvey Weinstein’s actions were “unforgivable”. Angelina Jolie and Gwyneth Paltrow are the latest actresses to come forward with accusations of harassment. Both said the incidents happened early in… Continue reading Georgina Chapman Leaves Harvey Weinstein Following Harassment Scandal
Angelina Jolie and Gwyneth Paltrow Latest to Accuse Harvey Weinstein of Harassment
Angelina Jolie and Gwyneth Paltrow are the latest actresses to allege they were victims of harassment by Harvey Weinstein. Both actresses said the incidents happened early in their careers. Angelina Jolie and Gwyneth Paltrow join a string of actresses accusing the Hollywood producer of harassment. On October 10, the producer denied allegations of rape made… Continue reading Angelina Jolie and Gwyneth Paltrow Latest to Accuse Harvey Weinstein of Harassment
Donald Trump Challenges Secretary of State Rex Tillerson to IQ Test
President Donald Trump is challenging Secretary of State Rex Tillerson to an IQ test, in the latest sign of discord between the two. The president made the remark during an interview with Forbes magazine when asked about reports that Rex Tillerson had called him a moron. “I think it’s fake news,” Donald Trump told the… Continue reading Donald Trump Challenges Secretary of State Rex Tillerson to IQ Test
Catalonia Signs Declaration of Independence from Spain, But Proposes to Suspend Vote Result
Catalan leaders, including President Carles Puigdemont, have signed a declaration of independence from Spain, following the October 1 disputed referendum. However, the Catalan leaders say the move will not be implemented immediately to allow talks with the Spanish central government. It is unclear whether the document – calling for Catalonia to be recognized as an… Continue reading Catalonia Signs Declaration of Independence from Spain, But Proposes to Suspend Vote Result
Kenya Elections 2017: Raila Odinga Pull Out of Election Re-Run
Kenyan opposition leader Raila Odinga has decided to withdraw from October’s election re-run. Raila Odinga said his decision would give the electoral commission enough time to introduce reforms that will help deliver a more credible election. The Supreme Court annulled the result of the original August 8 poll, which saw Uhuru Kenyatta declared winner, after… Continue reading Kenya Elections 2017: Raila Odinga Pull Out of Election Re-Run
North Korean Hackers Reportedly Stole US, South Korea War Plans and Other Military Secrets
According to new reports, North Korean hackers have stolen a large cache of military documents from South Korea, including a plan to assassinate the country’s leader Kim Jong-un. South Korean lawmaker Rhee Cheol-hee said the information was from his country’s defense ministry. The compromised documents include wartime contingency plans drawn up by the United States… Continue reading North Korean Hackers Reportedly Stole US, South Korea War Plans and Other Military Secrets