House Speaker John Boehner (R-Ohio) will resign from Congress at the end of October, his office announced on Friday. Boehner is second in line to the presidency, after Vice President Joe Biden. He was first elected to Congress in 1990. He has served as speaker since Republicans took control of the House in 2011.
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Mona Lisa’s Bones Found? Burial breakthrough may solve identity mystery behind “Da Vinci masterpiece”
Bone fragments dating back to the 16th century are “very likely” to be that of the actual Mona Lisa, say Italian researchers. Lisa Gherardini, the wife of silk merchant Francesco del Giocondo, has long been linked to the intriguing portrait, although art historians have never been able to agree conclusively on the model’s identity.
Read More »TransCanada Will Cut 20 percent Of Senior Management Jobs
TransCanada Corp. is cutting 20 per cent of its senior leadership positions, and the pipeline firm says there will be more job losses to come because of low world oil prices and the “current environment.” “As we signalled in June, TransCanada is introducing changes to our structure to ensure we remain competitive and deliver shareholder value as we continue to …
Read More »Stefan Jonasson: NDP candidate steps down after comments about Orthodox Jews
The NDP candidate for Charleswood – Stefan Jonasson – Assiniboia – Headingley has stepped down. Jonasson is out of the running for Charleswood-St. James-Assiniboia- Headingley after comments came to light where he compares the beliefs of one set of Orthodox Jews to the Taliban.
Read More »Apple lists top 25 apps hit by malware, Report
Apple has revealed the top 25 most popular apps compromised by XcodeGhost malware. The company also posted a Q&A outlining what XcodeGhost is and how it affects users. Of the most popular affected iOS apps was the Chinese messaging application called WeChat that is used by half a billion people worldwide. The latest update to the app for iPhone was …
Read More »Quinnipiac University Poll: Trump, Hillary lead, but each face challenges
A new poll from Quinnipiac University finds Donald Trump and Hillary Clinton still leading their respective parties for the nomination. A new Poll finds businessman Donald Trump continues to lead the Republican pack with 25%, followed by 17% for Dr. Ben Carson and 12% for Carly Fiorina. Next are former Florida Governor Jeb Bush (10%), Senator Marco Rubio (9%) and …
Read More »Kim Zolciak: ‘Real Housewives’ star recovering from “mini-stroke”
Kim Zolciak suffered a mini stroke on Wednesday following a flight from Los Angeles to Atlanta. Kim Zolciak revealed the news early Thursday morning on Instagram with a selfie from her hospital bed, assuring fans that she’s doing much better.
Read More »Andre Salaman Bautista: ‘Emmy Winning Producer’ Charged with Attempted Murder
Andre Salaman Bautista has been charged with attempted murder and assault with a deadly weapon. Andre Salaman Bautista, 36, surrendered to authorities at the U.S. Embassy in Mexico City last Thursday, according to the District Attorney’s Office. He pleaded not guilty to the charges Monday, and his bail was set at $550,000, with a bail-review hearing set for later this …
Read More »Tisha Campbell-Martin: Actress Writes Her Rapist’s Apology On Her Body in New Video ‘Steel Here’
Tisha Campbell-Martin is making powerful strides in her acting career but now she’s returned to another passion — singing. After a successful run on Martin and My Wife and Kids, the singer debuts her first single in 11 years, “Steel Here.” The 46-year-old wears an apology letter from her childhood rapist in one scene. “Dear Beloved Tisha,” read the words …
Read More »Karen Parker Gray: Deceased UES heiress left $50,000 for her nail technician
Karen Parker Gray left $50,000 each to her hairstylist and nail technician. Karen Parker Gray, the daughter of a former General Electric VP, passed away of a heart attack in August, and her longtime nail technician Jenny Kim was surprised to learn that Gray left her $50,000 in her will.
Read More »Ghost Adventures Couple ‘Mark’ and ‘Debby Constantino’ found dead inside Nev. apartment
Ghost Adventures couple Mark and Debbie Constantino were found dead by police on Tuesday, where they were inside an apartment. Paranormal investigators were found dead inside their adult daughter’s apartment in Sparks, Nev. Police began an investigation around 6:30 a.m. when a woman arrived home and found her male roommate dead. Officers then learned that the woman’s other roommate, Debbie …
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