Новости за 07.12.2017

Ireland Baldwin is finding hope in surprising places.

The model, 22, shared an Instagram video of a small group of musicians singing and playing music to Jose Feliciano’s classic holiday song, “Feliz Navidad.”

The music troupe – complete with singers, guitarists, violinists and trumpet players – put on an impromptu festive performance at the Ventura County Fairgrounds where residents who were fleeing the fires were evacuating to.

“live from Ventura ,” Baldwin wrote in the caption of the video of the performers. Читать дальше...

Cape Town - The National Prosecuting Authority (NPA) has lauded the sentencing of a Villiersdorp traffic officer and two employees of a local driving school for selling learner's and driving licences.

The officer, Piet Sykes, was sentenced to 12 months in prison or a R12 000 fine, and a further five years in prison suspended for five years on condition that he is not convicted for similar crimes during that period.

VENTURA, Calif. (AP) — The Latest on Southern California wildfires (all times local): 10:30 p.m. A surge from the biggest of the wildfires burning in Southern California has forced several thousand more people to evacuate in a community of artists and resorts. Ventura County sheriff's Sgt. Eric Buschow says flames have been creeping closer and slowly surrounding the town of Ojai (OH'hi), and on Tuesday night increasing winds brought them close enough to expand evacuation orders there. Flames, now about 4 miles away... Читать дальше...

The play is called “Chicago,” after a game-winning shot LeBron James made in the playoffs to beat the Bulls. It worked like a charm again in Cleveland. James drained a three-pointer with 15 seconds left and finished with 32 points as the Cavaliers tied a franchise record with their 13th straight win, 101-95 over Sacramento on Wednesday night. James, who changed his sneakers three times, also had 11 rebounds and nine assists, helping the Cavs rally from a 14-point... Читать дальше...

EW for PM wrote:

Well I have just made my mind up - after having a season ticket for many years, I am not renewing this time. I will miss at least 2 games due to holidays. This has always been the case but I bought a season ticket anyway as it was a good deal. How do I know how good a deal it is this time? Apparently buying a season ticket would save me 'up to 49%' If that is the case, then they must know what the 'on the gate prices' are?

I will turn up as always next season whenever I can, whatever the weather. Читать дальше...

EW for PM wrote:

Well I have just made my mind up - after having a season ticket for many years, I am not renewing this time. I will miss at least 2 games due to holidays. This has always been the case but I bought a season ticket anyway as it was a good deal. How do I know how good a deal it is this time? Apparently buying a season ticket would save me 'up to 49%' If that is the case, then they must know what the 'on the gate prices' are?

I will turn up as always next season whenever I can, whatever the weather. Читать дальше...

Overview:

Root Canal is a treatment used to repair a tooth which is badly damaged or infected. Root Canal procedure involves removing of the damaged nerve and the pulp of the tooth, cleaning and disinfecting it and then finally filling and sealing it. The common reasons for the damage in the pulp are a cracked tooth, a deep cavity, repeated dental treatment to the tooth or trauma. The term “root canal” comes from the disinfecting canals inside the root of the tooth. The success rate of root canal procedure is as high as 95%. Читать дальше...

It’s a no go for J.Lo. The condo board at 95 Greene St. in Soho has filed an injunction in bankruptcy court to block celebrity photographer Ken Nahoum from renting his penthouse there for a movie shoot. Jennifer Lopez had planned to film the forthcoming comedy flick “Second Act” at the home from Dec. 4...

A very strong case could be made that the winner of this year's MLS Cup can stake a claim to be one of the league's greatest-ever teams.

A senior US official has cast doubt on the US team attending the Winter Olympics in South Korea, in comments which were described as “an insult” to Seoul. US Ambassador to the United Nations Nikki Haley said it was an “open question” whether US athletes would attend the February games, which are being held amid heightened tensions over North Korea. Asked if it's a "done deal" that they will attend, Ms Haley told Fox News: "There's an open question. I have not heard anything about that. “But I do know in the talks that we have... Читать дальше...

ST. PAUL, Minn. (AP) — The Latest on Garrison's Keilor's dismissal following allegations of sexual misconduct (all times local): 12:10 a.m. Garrison Keilor's attorney says the humorist is aware of only one woman making allegations of inappropriate behavior against him and wants the president of Minnesota Public Radio to "set the record straight" on that point. Keilor's personal attorney, Eric Nilsson, issued a statement early Thursday responding to a news report that MPR President Jon McTaggart told... Читать дальше...

Athens (dpa) - Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan begins a two-day visit to Greece on Thursday for talks on migration and Ankara‘s relations with the European Union, as the two neighbours and former foes seek to improve ties and economic links.Managing the flow of refugees and migrants crossing from Turkey to Greek islands in the Aegean as their gateway to Europe is expected to be at the core of talks with Prime Minister Alexis Tsipras. Turkey has clamped down on much of the people smuggling over the past 18 months.Cyprus... Читать дальше...

Reality TV queen Bethenny Frankel, the Bravo Real Housewife and founder of the Skinnygirl cocktail and snack brand, has bought herself a new East End home. It’s a charming former bed-and-breakfast at 2623 Montauk Highway in Bridgehampton that was known as the Morning Glory House. The seven-bedroom, 5½-bathroom home, built in 1910, measures 4,239 square...

Arsenal News HQ brings you the latest Arsenal news, match analysis, transfer news, injury news, team news and rumours from trusted media outlets around the world. Arsenal are set to be handed a massive January transfer window blow if reports making the rounds about Mesut Ozil are anything to go by. Manchester United want to sign Arsenal’s Mesut Ozil in the January transfer window. Spanish website Don Balon say United boss Jose Mourinho wants a deal done next month as he bids to catch Man City in the title race. Читать дальше...

Not so long ago the thought of facing Celtic, Rangers and Aberdeen in quick succession would have sent a chill down the spine of every Hibs supporter.

Using the number of goals they have scored and conceded in their 16 Scottish Premiership games as a barometer, Hearts are defending with the steel of a top-four side and attacking with the ruthlessness of a bottom-four team.

Back-to-back sell-outs are expected at Easter Road as Hibs prepare to welcome Celtic and Rangers within the space of four days.

NEW DELHI - The Indian Premier League, one of the world's richest sports competitions, will let teams splurge up to $12 million each on player salaries in 2018, an increase of 20 percent.

Frankfurt/Main (dpa) - Der Euro hat am Donnerstag im frühen Handel wenig Bewegung gezeigt. Am Morgen kostete die Gemeinschaftswährung 1,1791 US-Dollar. Das war geringfügig weniger als am Vorabend. Die Europäische Zentralbank (EZB) hatte den Referenzkurs zuletzt am Mittwoch auf 1,1817 (Dienstag: 1,1847) Dollar festgesetzt.Im weiteren Tagesverlauf könnten noch Daten aus Deutschland zur Produktion sowie aus den USA zu den Erstanträgen auf Arbeitslosenhilfe und zu den Konsumentenkrediten für Bewegung am Devisenmarkt sorgen. Читать дальше...

The political scenario in Malta is one incredible mess. Since the 70s it has been completely dominated by the two major parties - the behemoths in our midst. For years - even if with democracy being tested at its core - this two-party system functioned or stuttered. It gave us a semblance of normality and stability. It also gave us unending feuds, pettiness, hard-headedness and piques leading to cul-de-sacs in quite a number of ways. Today the scenario has changed. Labour and its old way of doing politics has moved on. Читать дальше...

Cape Town - Factory workers came out in their numbers, taking turns during their lunch breaks to raise their voices during the 16 Days of Activism Against Gender-based Violence.

A Southern African Clothing and Textile Workers’ Union (Sactwu) initiative saw hundreds of workers across the country building human chains and protesting on public roads to raise awareness.

Ever want to hold New York in the palm of your hand, snow globe-style? Belgium-based shutterbug Jasper Leonard photographed the Big Apple using the tilt-shift technique in his new book — which renders the cityscapes he captures enchantingly miniature. Leonard, 31, shares some fun facts about his November release, “New York Resized” ($16.95; Lannoo Publishers)....

MEXICO CITY — When the Nets talk about the atmosphere of playing in Mexico City, they’re talking about both the vibe of a packed 22,300-seat arena in a foreign country as well as the thin air of playing 7,300-plus feet above sea level. “We’re excited,” Allen Crabbe said. “It’s a different atmosphere playing in the...

Britain's withdrawal from the European Union may hit more stumbling blocks as a stern warning by a senior EU official on the matter has already been issued.