Monthly Archives: October 2019
QB Allen set for NFL debut as Broncos host Browns
The Cleveland Browns believe they have their franchise quarterback in Baker Mayfield. Their opponent on Sunday will debut its sixth starter at that position since future Hall of Famer Peyton Manning retired after the 2015 season.
Former CIA Director Brennan: Votes were swayed by Russian influence operation
Former CIA Director John Brennan said on Wednesday that at least some American voters were swayed as a result of Russia’s 2016 election interference operation, a statement that went further than the official assessments of U.S. intelligence agencies and lawmakers.
Twitter to ban political ads in apparent swipe at Facebook
Twitter Inc will ban political advertising on its platform next month, the company’s chief executive said on Wednesday, a move that won praise from Democrats and scorn from Donald Trump’s presidential campaign.
The enduring excellence of 'Event Horizon,' a true Halloween fave
Hey. It’s Halloween and Event Horizon is streaming on Hulu right this moment. You know what to do. Or do you? Event Horizon hit theaters more than 20 years ago, in 1997. It tanked spectacularly, earning less than half its reported $60 million budget during its theatrical run. Despite boasting a cast that included a […]
Facebook allowed, then removed, ads soliciting donations to a fake Trump campaign page
An “obviously fake” Facebook page presenting itself as part of the Trump campaign was able to run political ads on the site unchecked, while also linking to a scam website soliciting donations, CNN reports. It’s a bad look for Facebook, which has come under increased pressure lately for its terrible stance on political advertising – […]
This projector is so small it fits in your pocket — and it's 50% off
TL;DR: Grab the useful CIRQ: World’s Smallest 1080p Projector for $299, a 50% savings. A night out at the movies can feel pretty magical. That classic buttered popcorn smell and collective audience responses can make even the worst films seem enjoyable. The only problem? You have to leave the house, put on actual clothes, and […]
IOC's Coates: doesn't want to leave Tokyo without consensus on marathon decision
The International Olympic Commission (IOC) has no plans to change its decision on moving next year’s Olympic marathon to the northern city of Sapporo, but a top IOC official said on Wednesday he did not want to leave Tokyo without a consensus on the move.
Republicans seek whistleblower's identity in U.S. impeachment inquiry
Republican and Democratic lawmakers clashed on Tuesday over questions about the identity of the whistleblower whose complaint led to the impeachment investigation of President Donald Trump.
White House adviser tells lawmakers Trump Ukraine call raised national security concerns
A senior White House official testified on Tuesday he was so alarmed by hearing U.S. President Donald Trump ask Ukraine’s president to investigate a political rival, Democrat Joe Biden, that he reported the matter to a White House lawyer.
Reese Witherspoon expertly trolls Jimmy Fallon in freaky Halloween mystery box game
Reese Witherspoon has a goddamn Academy Award for ACTING and held her own against Meryl in the latest season of Big Little Lies — so it’s no trouble whatsoever for her to freak out Jimmy Fallon with a few well-placed screams. The Tonight Show host got his guest on Tuesday night to join him in […]