A federal appeals court judge granted a request to at least temporarily delay the release of a list of names of people who know about the so-called Bridgegate conspiracy and were not charged with any crimes, The Record of Bergen County. Moreover, all further legal papers and arguments are to be kept under seal even though no party asked for …
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Microsoft sells its feature phone unit for $350 million, Nokia devices coming
Just a few days ago, a rumor originating from China claimed that Microsoft will sell its feature phone division to contract manufacturer Foxconn. Today, Microsoft officially announced the agreement, which will see Foxconn taking over the Nokia feature phone division in exchange for $350 million USD. The deal also includes the company’s Hanoi manufacturing facility, Microsoft Mobile Vietnam. A further …
Read More »Rome subway construction unearths ancient ruins (Photo)
Construction to a Roman subway line has unearthed an ancient military neighbourhood buried beneath the city. The 39-room, 1st-century complex is the latest headache for city officials who have already put plans for two other stations on hold after archaeological discoveries, meaning the line risks running under the centre of Rome without stopping to pick up passengers. The latest find …
Read More »Celine Dion gives first interview since death of her husband Rene Angelil
Celine Dion has revealed the poignant final words she shared with her husband and manager Renee Angelil before his death four months ago from throat cancer. “Rene always insisted the show must go on,” she told People magazine. “You know what, I’m 48 years old and I lost the love of my life. I miss him a lot from when …
Read More »Researchers turn to public via Whale Alert app to help track down missing whales
Researchers from the United States and Canada will take part in an unprecedented survey of marine mammals off Atlantic Canada this year. Researchers who want to help track whale movements can do so with the Whale Alert App, which can be used on any mobile device. Whale Alert helps reduce the chance of fatal ship strikes by large vessels by …
Read More »Meteor shower caught on police dashcam in new england sky “Video”
A bright meteor burning up in Earth’s atmosphere was captured on the dashcam of a Maine police officer while he was on early morning traffic patrol on Tuesday. Police Sgt. Tim Farris was patrolling for speeding drivers early Tuesday in Portland, Maine when his cruiser’s dash cam captured the remarkable: a bright and burning mass, hurtling through the night sky. …
Read More »Francois Hollande ‘won’t give in’ amid labour reforms protests
French President Francois Hollande has said he will not give in to strikes and protests over controversial reforms to the strictly codified French labor laws that have resulted in mass student and union strikes and demonstrations across France. “I will not give way because too many previous governments have backed down,” Mr Hollande said during a an hour-long interview with …
Read More »Actress Kristen Stewart responds to poor reception of film at Cannes
Kristen Stewart’s Personal Shopper premiered during the Cannes Film Festival, but it was met with some unexpected reactions! According to Variety, the psychological thriller received boos from critics. But the actress cleared the air during a press conference, explaining with a laugh: “Hey, everyone did not boo.” Kristen Stewart’s new movie Personal Shopper was met with boos as the credits …
Read More »Alanis Morissette wants her missing millions back
Alanis Morissette was robbed of at least $4.7 million by her former business manager, according to a complaint filed Tuesday in Los Angeles County Superior Court. The singer is suing Jonathan Schwartz and GSO Business Management for breach of fiduciary duty, conversion, fraud and negligence. Jonathan’s alleged mishandling of funds was discovered after the Canadian singer cut ties from Jonathan …
Read More »Comedian Chelsea Handler needs alcohol to be happy
Chelsea Handler has never been shy when admitting her love for booze, but this is the first time she’s revealed how dependant on the bottle she is. She told The Sunday Times Magazine: “If I don’t drink for more than three nights you can tell in my personality. I just need alcohol in my system. I love alcohol – it …
Read More »Startup Otto puts self-driving tech into trucks (Video)
Former employees of Google, Apple, Tesla, Cruise Automation, and others — 40 people in total — have formed a new San Francisco-based company called Otto with the goal of turning commercial trucks into self-driving freight haulers. Prominent staffers include former Google Maps lead Lior Ron and Anthony Levandowski of Google’s self-driving car team. Self-driving trucks are probably easier to turn …
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