“Look America’s going to be fine. We’re the greatest, most resilient nation in the history of, of civilized, in all of civilization," Hanks said.
The Russian S-400 air defense systems are protecting Syria's airspace, the country's prime minister told Sputnik.
Annika Dome, a sophomore at La Crosse Logan High School, has won first-place in a new essay contest designed to bring added meaning to studies of the Holocaust by connecting it with 21st century issues.
A new study looking at the effects of climate change predicts an extra week of dangerous ozone levels every year across the U.S. by the year 2050.
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Tesla CEO Elon Musk still has big plans for the future, this time teasing a mobility service that could "solve the density problem in intercity situations," Electrek reported.
Musk was in Norway Thursday to give a keynote address on "Future Transport Solutions." While there he spoke with Norwegian Prime Minister Erna Solberg and Ketil Solvik-Olsen, the Minister of Transport and Communications.
Musk said that Tesla had an idea for something that... Читать дальше...
Is Sheffield the world's real ale capital?
– Music star Falz speaks on combining rapping, comedy and acting – On his relationship with singer Simi, the entertainer said there is no romantic affair going on between them at present Rapper and comedian Folarin ‘Falz’ Falana spoke to Channels TV recently on his career and how he’s managed to juggle acting, comedy and […]
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Time Out ranked Xi'an Famous Foods the second-best Chinese restaurant in the US.
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This year's Home of the Month winners include new modern houses, period-sensitive remodels and a one-room cabin.
Een ritje met de fiets langs Europa's meest opvallende kunstwerken in een digitale wereld. Donderdag maakte minister Jet Bussemaker in Den Haag op een speciale fiets het eerste ritje. Het Europese kunstproject Big Art Ride verplaatste zich na deze lancering naar Amsterdam.
Is this just a temporary downturn? Financiers certainly hope so
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General Motors reported strong first-quarter earnings on Thursday. After earnings were released, CEO Mary Barra and CFO Chuck Stevens answered questions from analysts on a conference call.
Several analysts hit on the same point, asking Barra if GM had any plans to create a separate brand for its electric vehicles.
Over the past few months, GM has rolled its Tesla-fighting Chevy Bolt EV, which will sell for less than $35,000 after tax incentives, invested in ride-sharing service Lyft... Читать дальше...
TIRANA, Albania - Former Albanian prime minister Sali Berisha on Thursday called on citizens to arm themselves, saying the government is failing to confront crime.
Viacom Inc. and Dish Network said on Thursday they've agreed to terms for a multi-year contract renewal that will see Dish continue to provide Viacom's slate of cable channels. Details of the deal were not disclosed. The deal comes after initial talks broke down earlier in the week, sending Viacom's stock down. Viacom has been under pressure, as questions have been raised regarding the company's management and its networks -- generally targeted to younger audiences -- have taken a hit from viewers opting out of traditional pay-TV packages.
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Over the last few months we have heard increasingly urgent testimony about the growing concern regarding our ability to meet the demand for undersea capabilities.
Recent events around the world clearly demonstrate, the presence and capabilities of our forces on, below and above the seas are in higher demand than at any other time in recent history. Читать дальше...
The release of previously confidential documents, in the wake of a case brought by UK charity Privacy International, sees the UK Government facing accusations of extensive surveillance through so-called "Bulk Personal Datasets."
Shares of United Continental Holdings Inc. tumbled 10% in active morning trade Thursday, on the heels of the air carrier's disappointing passenger revenue outlook. The stock's percentage decline was the biggest among S&P 500 components, while it's price decline of $5.86 accounted for more than half of the Dow Jones Transportation Average's 60-point decline. Volume exceeded 8 million shares within the first 100 minutes of trade, compared with the full-day average of 4.2 million shares. The... Читать дальше...
WARSAW, Poland - A Jewish leader in Poland said Thursday that her community was deceived by a Polish Catholic man who pretended to be an Orthodox Jew, wearing a beard and payots - curly sideburns in front of the ears - and leading prayers in Hebrew.
WARSAW, Poland (AP) — A Jewish leader in Poland said Thursday that her community was deceived by a Polish Catholic man who pretended to be an Orthodox Jew, wearing a beard and payots — curly sideburns in front of the…
WARSAW, Poland (AP) — A Jewish leader in Poland said Thursday that her community was deceived by a Polish Catholic man who pretended to be an Orthodox Jew, wearing a beard and payots — curly sideburns in front of the…
WARSAW, Poland (AP) — A Jewish leader in Poland said Thursday that her community was deceived by a Polish Catholic man who pretended to be an Orthodox Jew, wearing a beard and payots — curly sideburns in front of the ears — and leading prayers in Hebrew. Alicja Kobus, leader of Poznan's Jewish community, said that the impostor was unmasked recently when people in his hometown saw him on television taking part in ecumenical observances with Catholic and Muslim religious leaders. Schudrich said that... Читать дальше...
Rival groups trade increased offers for French white goods retailer
There’s more bad news for the Russian economy. The country's government officials admitted there would be no gross domestic product growth in 2016. Prime Minister Dmitry Medvedev said as much Thursday while giving a more optimistic forecast than the World Bank’s prediction of a 1.9 percent contraction this year.
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