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Audio released of Trump lawyer's voicemail to former national security advisor Michael Flynn
US news 23 minutes ago
In audio released under the order of a federal judge, ex-Trump lawyer John Dowd can be heard asking former NSA Gen. Mike Flynn to give him a "heads up" about any "info that implicates the president" after Flynn began cooperating with the government. The call, which happened in November 2017, was mentioned in the Mueller report.
The Nets just declared their offseason intentions by making a deal with the Hawks
NBA 2 hours ago
Brooklyn looks to be a major player in 2019's mega free agent sweepstakes after dealing away Allen Crabbe and a couple of picks to Atlanta. The move frees up enough cap space to add one (or two) of the prized players about to hit the market.
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The billionaire fan who pushed Kyle Lowry is now banned for a year
NBA Finals 1 hour ago
During Wednesday night's Game 3, Raptors guard Kyle Lowry ran for a loose ball and his momentum carried him into the courtside seats. While regaining his balance a fan to his left reached over and shoved him. The fan turned out to be Mark Stevens, a minority owner of the Warriors.
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Wife of Warriors owner says she received death threats over her interaction with Jay-Z and Beyoncé
NBA Finals 4 hours ago
According to ESPN's Ramona Shelburne, Nicole Curran, the wife of billionaire and Warriors majority owner Joe Lacob, said she had to disable her social media accounts after receiving multiple death threats from Beyoncé fans. Her conversation with Jay-Z and Beyoncé was highly debated by many during Game 3 of the NBA Finals.
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Counterpoint: Maybe these actors aren't as 'bad' as Jezebel thinks they are
Pop culture 1 hour ago
Jezebel dropped some hot takes in a listicle of actors deemed "bad" at their jobs. As with most takes, not everyone agreed, particularly film writer and critic @Ceilidhann.
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Country singer Granger Smith's son dies in 'tragic accident'
Music 4 hours ago
In a statement, the country singer said his youngest son River Kelly Smith passed away following an accident. The musician revealed the three-year-old's organs were donated "so that other children will be given a second chance at life."
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Journalists and readers react to Entertainment Weekly going monthly
Media 3 hours ago
The longtime entertainment publication is going monthly in its print edition, according to publisher Meredith Corp. The first monthly issue will debut in August and the brand will retain its name.
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At least one cadet dead, 20 cadets and two soldiers injured in West Point training accident
US news 4 hours ago
According to the US Military Academy, one cadet is dead and 22 others were injured after an armored personnel carrier overturned during a training exercise on Thursday morning at West Point. Officials are still determining the cause of the incident.
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Destiny 2 is going free-to-play
Gaming 4 hours ago
Gamers will be happy to hear that the action-packed multiplayer game will be available on a free-to-play plan on September 17 with PS4, Xbox One and PC.
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And now a meme for those of you who just won't listen
Haha 50 minutes ago
Meme-able screenshots have given social media star @caseykfrey's "get tf out my way" video a second act.
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4 dead bodies, 12 tons of trash removed from Mount Everest
The haul was removed during a cleanup effort by Nepal's government.
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Chara answering questions in writing because his jaw is shattered is peak hockey guy
Stanley Cup Final 5 hours ago
A puck to the face broke the Bruins captain's jaw, but it didn't stop him from answering reporters' questions, which he had to do in writing because speaking is hard with a busted face. On top of that, it looks like he'll be back on the ice for Game 5 on Thursday night.
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Woman rushes on stage during Jeff Bezos Q&A to protest chicken farming practices
Social action 4 hours ago
During Jeff Bezos's sit-down at Amazon's re:MARS conference, a woman got past security and ran towards the CEO. Spectators said she was shouting about chicken farms. Activist groups have protested Whole Foods chicken suppliers for inhumane practices. Amazon owns Whole Foods.
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Google Stadia releases pricing info and game offerings
Gaming 5 hours ago
Google's new game streaming platform will rollout this November. A livestream gave more specifics about subscription plans and games.
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President Trump signs disaster aid bill
Politics 4 hours ago
With the President's signature, a $19.1 billion disaster aid bill will give funding to several states hit by natural disasters. The legislation includes additional assistance for Puerto Rico, which Trump previously opposed.
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Avicii’s posthumous album Tim is here
Music 2 hours ago
The Swedish DJ, whose real name was Tim Bergling, died at age 28 in April 2018. Friends and close collaborators including Imagine Dragons, Aloe Blacc and more worked together to complete the 12-track record a year on from his passing.
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The Obamas are teaming up with Spotify to produce a series of podcasts
Media 2 hours ago
Similar to a previous deal the couple recently inked with Netflix, Barack and Michelle Obama are partnering with Spotify to "develop, produce, and lend their voices to select podcasts."
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Vox Media employees stage walkout during contract efforts
US news 5 hours ago
Members of the Vox Media Union announced they will not publish any stories on Thursday as they bargain with the company. The demands include competitive wages, guaranteed raises, better severance and subcontractor work.
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Dispelling the myth that there were no Black soldiers on the beaches of Normandy on D-Day
History This morning
Veterans and their families are working hard to make sure their memories aren't wiped from the history books.
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Extradition hearing for Meng Wanzhou set for January 2020
Canada news 3 hours ago
British Columbia's Supreme Court accepted a proposal by Meng's defence team that would see her extradition hearing begin on January 20, 2020. The Huawei executive was arrested in Vancouver last December for allegedly violating Iran sanctions.
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