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The long journey of America’s first Olympian to compete in a hijab
Ibtihaj Muhammad was a college fencer at Duke University in 2004, the year her sport — women’s saber — became an Olympic event at the Games in Athens, Greece. She was more than a decade away from becoming the first … Continue reading
ABC orders more shows for app, including one from Viola Davis’ production company
BEVERLY HILLS, California — ABC announced it is ordering second installments for some of its digital first shows. Forever 31, which is created by and stars comedian Iliza Shlesinger, I Can Find $3000 In Your Home, which stars eBay millionaire … Continue reading
Celebrities speak out against police violence in new #SomedayIsToday campaign
People of color have long found power and resilience in the words “We shall overcome someday.” But a new PSA asks a harrowing question as an extension of that championed line: When? In a powerful video from racial justice action … Continue reading
Rebel Wilson to star in ‘Dirty Rotten Scoundrels’ remake
Does Rebel Wilson have what it takes to be a dirty rotten scoundrel? The Pitch Perfect actress is attached to star in a gender-flipped remake of MGM’s 1988 comedy Dirty Rotten Scoundrels, Mashable has confirmed. The original starred Steve Martin … Continue reading
Tesla’s Autopilot couldn’t stand up to these hackers
A driver of a Tesla Model S died in early May when both he and his car’s semi-autonomous Autopilot system failed to see a tractor trailer crossing in front of the car on a highway in Florida. While it seemed … Continue reading
Olympics-eve report accuses USA Gymnastics of failing to protect kids from sexual abuse
One day before the opening ceremony of the 2016 Olympics, an investigative report accuses USA Gymnastics of failing to protect children from sexual predators by “routinely” brushing aside allegations of sexual abuse perpetrated by coaches against young athletes. USA Gymnastics … Continue reading
ABC Entertainment President talks potential ‘Star Wars’ show, ‘Bachelor’ franchise diversity
BEVERLY HILLS, California — Could Star Wars come to ABC? According to Channing Dungey, ABC Entertainment President, it’s a definite possibility. “As a fan, I would absolutely love to say yes,” Dungey said during the network’s Television Critics Association presentation on … Continue reading
‘Hearthstone’ deck guide: How to knock them out fast with the OTK Warrior
Welcome to the Hearthstone Meta Update, where you’ll find a review of one of the most powerful or exciting decks currently in competitive play. This week, we’re looking at OTK Warrior. Learn how to build and play this deck, and … Continue reading
Australia backs out of climate science cuts but the damage may be done
Australian scientists may be suffering from a case of whiplash. After deep funding cuts to the country’s peak science body provoked international outcry in early 2016, the first move of the new science minister appears to be something of a … Continue reading
Australia backflips on climate science approach but the damage may be done
Australian scientists may be suffering from a case of whiplash. After deep funding cuts to the country’s peak science body provoked international outcry in early 2016, the first move of the new science minister appears to be something of a … Continue reading