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A white commuter was caught on video making racist comments to a pair of black women a Long Island Rail Road train. The man, who was upset that the women were talking too loudly, then said they couldn’t possibly know who their parents are. “Shut the f–k up, you f–king loudmouthed monkey motherf–ker,” the man...

CHARLOTTE, N.C. (AP) — A North Carolina college fraternity has been suspended after a 20-year-old student died when she fell from a party bus and was hit by two cars. Local news sources report the Kappa Sigma fraternity at the University of North Carolina at Charlotte is suspended pending an investigation into the death of Polly Rogers. Charlotte-Mecklenburg police say Rogers was riding in a Charlotte Party Charter bus Tuesday night when she fell out of an emergency window and was hit by at least two vehicles. Читать дальше...

Today is Lag B’Omer, the most baffling holiday on the Jewish calendar. But if you stop and think about it, it’s similar to a modern, secular holiday: Burning Man. Think about it, it’s a rollicking good time, but few people actually bother to observe it. But the similarities don’t stop there. Squint (there’s smoke in your eyes, after all), and these are the ways the lines between Lag B’Omer and Burning Man start to blur.

Thursday night's Europa League elimination by Atletico Madrid is just the latest in a long line of continental disappointments for the Arsenal boss

Arsenal will end the Arsene Wenger era without a trophy and without Champions League qualification after defeat at Atletico Madrid on Thursday night.

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Zoë Saldana was showered with love from her family and friends, including her three sons!

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BEDFORD-STUYVESANT, Brooklyn —Some residents are questioning just how affordable some city listed “affordable housing” is in their neighborhood— while the city is defending its housing offering. According to the NYC Housing Connect website, at 867 Dekalb Avenue, the cheapest 1-bedroom rents for $2,163, with a minimum household income needed of more than $74,000. Two bedrooms are even more expensive. “Why would they even say this is affordable,” said one neighbor. PIX11 found other examples that frustrated... Читать дальше...

Brazil's Supreme Court on Thursday voted to restrict a controversial law allowing politicians accused of crimes to have their cases heard in the Supreme Court, dramatically slowing the wheels of justice.

Back in 2012, legendary climber Michael Kennedy wrote an open letter to his son Hayden that was published in Alpinist Magazine. It was a poignant, moving, and inspiring letter telling him to explore the world around him and embrace life's big adventures. As many you know, Hayden tragically lost his life in 2017. Now, that letter serves as a reminder to us all and is part of this trailer for the recent 5Point Adventure Film Festival, founded by Hayden's mom Julie. The short video is also incredibly... Читать дальше...

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Southpaw Ernie Koob attracted national attention in mid-1915 by jumping from college to the big leagues with the St. Louis Browns. Less than two years later, the highly-touted curveballer tossed the first no-hitter by a Brownie in Sportsman’s Park, in 1917. But he never achieved the stardom many expected, compiling a 23-31 slate in parts of four seasons in the Gateway City.

Ernest Gerald Koob was born on September 11... Читать дальше...

The White House found out, and wasn’t pleased.

Just when you thought the Scott Pruitt scandals couldn’t get more bizarre, a wild story is unfolding between the Environmental Protection Agency and the Department of the Interior.

An aide to Pruitt, the embattled EPA administrator, reportedly tried to take the heat off his boss, who has been mired in negative headlines in recent weeks for excessive spending and security, a condo rental from a lobbyist that was far below market rate... Читать дальше...

Paul Felder’s finally got himself another fight.

The lightweight contender and well-regarded UFC color commentator will meet James Vick at UFC Boise in July 14. MMA Fighting confirmed an initial Thursday report by MMA NYTT.

Felder (15-3) was originally slated to face Al Iaquinta at the infamous UFC 223 last month. However, the bout dropped out the day before the card when Iaquinta was given the opportunity to face Khabib Nurmagomedov in the evening’s main event after Max Holloway was pulled from the card. Читать дальше...

KRŠENJE KODEKSA PONAŠANJA - Komičar Bill Cosby i Oscarom nagrađeni redatelj Roman Polanski izbačeni su iz Akademije filmskih umjetnosti i znanosti, priopćeno je u četvrtak.

DOHA – Five South African athletes will open their IAAF Diamond League campaigns on Friday night, with world 800m champion Caster Semenya leading a strong contingent of local athletes at the first leg of the annual series in Doha, Qatar.