https://ift.tt/eA8V8J https://bbc.in/2LFWU1I Villagers in flood-prone Bangladesh are learning to survive by building floating farms.
Monday, December 31, 2018
The Indian woman who makes 'fake food' for a living
https://ift.tt/eA8V8J https://bbc.in/2rXL2PA Shilpa Mitha quit her job to pursue her hobby of making miniatures of classic Indian dishes.
New Horizons: Nasa waits for signal from Ultima Thule probe
https://ift.tt/eA8V8J https://bbc.in/2Tk2vNU Nasa's New Horizons spacecraft is due to fly past the most distant object ever explored in the Solar System.
Jair Bolsonaro: Brazil's far-right leader to take office
https://ift.tt/eA8V8J https://bbc.in/2CJ9Xws Ex-army captain Jair Bolsonaro is a divisive figure who won on a promise of driving down crime.
Stranger Things Season 3 Premiere Date and First Poster Revealed
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Get ready for a strange new year: Netflix has announced the premiere date for Stranger Things Season 3, which will be released on July 4, 2019.
The streaming service also debuted the first poster and key art for the new season, which you can see below.
There's also a new teaser trailer for the upcoming season, featuring the ominous tidings "when blue and yellow meet in the west" cut between footage of the 1985's Dick Clark's Rockin' New Year's Eve (brought to you by Starcourt Mall). The teaser seems to show someone hacking into "Lynx Corp.," copyright 1984-1986, and running the program "SilverCatFeeds.exe." All of that culminates in the Dick Clark New Year's footage spinning upside down and flashing a brief glimpse of the Mind Flayer.
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Van ploughs into Tokyo pedestrians headed for New Year's prayers
https://ift.tt/eA8V8J https://bbc.in/2GQSfeu The street, sealed off to traffic, was packed with people heading to a shrine for New Year's prayers.
Colombia Farc: 85 ex-rebels killed since peace deal
https://ift.tt/eA8V8J https://bbc.in/2GPy68J The UN urges Colombia to do more to protect former Farc rebels after 85 were killed in two years.
Kim Jong-un warns of change in direction on denuclearisation
https://ift.tt/eA8V8J https://bbc.in/2EWh1Ig The North Korean leader wants the US to "keep its promises" in exchange for denuclearisation.
Recycling: Where is the plastic waste mountain?
https://ift.tt/eA8V8J https://bbc.in/2EXOSzO A year ago China imposed a ban on waste imports, so what's happened to the UK's plastic?
Why wealthy sports stars get passionate about charity
https://ift.tt/eA8V8J https://bbc.in/2F0FtYZ From global superstars to lower league footballers, sportspeople are spending money and time to back causes close to their hearts.
Letter from Africa: Beyoncé, Bashir and Big Brother to dominate 2019
https://ift.tt/eA8V8J https://bbc.in/2VoCONJ Kenyan journalist Joseph Warungu writes about what he will be looking out for in 2019.
Forza Horizon 4: Barn Find Locations
https://ift.tt/eA8V8J Every hidden car you can find across the map in Forza Horizon 4.
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Die Zeit, die Tag und Jahre macht, BWV 134a
Die Zeit, die Tag und Jahre macht, BWV 134a.
Die Zeit, die Tag und Jahre macht (Time, which day and year doth make), BWV 134a, is a secular cantata by Johann Sebastian Bach for a celebration of New Year's Day in 1719 at the court of Leopold, Prince of Anhalt-Köthen (hall in the palace pictured). The libretto by the author Christian Friedrich Hunold portrays a dialogue between two allegorical figures, Time (representing the past) and Divine Providence (the future). Bach set the words to eight movements consisting of alternating recitatives and arias, culminating in a choral finale. Most movements are duets for alto and tenor, supported by a Baroque instrumental ensemble of two oboes, strings and continuo. The character of the music is close to Baroque opera, including its French dances. In Leipzig in 1724, Bach used this secular work as the basis for a church cantata for the Third Day of Easter, omitting two movements and changing only the text.
Die Zeit, die Tag und Jahre macht (Time, which day and year doth make), BWV 134a, is a secular cantata by Johann Sebastian Bach for a celebration of New Year's Day in 1719 at the court of Leopold, Prince of Anhalt-Köthen (hall in the palace pictured). The libretto by the author Christian Friedrich Hunold portrays a dialogue between two allegorical figures, Time (representing the past) and Divine Providence (the future). Bach set the words to eight movements consisting of alternating recitatives and arias, culminating in a choral finale. Most movements are duets for alto and tenor, supported by a Baroque instrumental ensemble of two oboes, strings and continuo. The character of the music is close to Baroque opera, including its French dances. In Leipzig in 1724, Bach used this secular work as the basis for a church cantata for the Third Day of Easter, omitting two movements and changing only the text.
Dr Hook's Ray Sawyer dies aged 81
https://ift.tt/eA8V8J https://bbc.in/2SsMlBF The singer, who was known for his distinctive eye patch and cowboy hat, has died aged 81.
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Stocks end December, 2018 sharply lower, despite day's gains
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Stocks end December, 2018 sharply lower, despite day's gains
12/31/18 1:07 PM
Fortnite's Hourly New Year's Eve In-Game Event Now Live
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Epic is celebrating a successful year of Fortnite with an in-game New Year's Eve event occurring every hour.
When the clock hits a new hour, all players in a Fortnite match will see a giant disco ball rip through a rift in the sky. A countdown starts while music begins to play.
When the countdown reaches zero, a barrage of fireworks are released and every player is forced to boogie down for 10 seconds, no matter if you were in the middle of a fight or just minding your own business. The event concludes with a giant firework of a llama with a promising "2019" underneath.
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Virgin Galactic Flight Manages to Reach the 'Edge of Space'
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Earlier in December, Virgin Galactic's supersonic space plane the VSS Unity reached the upper limits of Earth’s atmosphere in a test flight, reaching a point that many consider the “edge of space."
As reported by CNN, the rocket-powered plane, flown by two veteran pilots, reached a maximum altitude of 51.4 miles, exceeding the 50-mile altitude that NASA considers the edge of space, but not quite the 62 miles that the widely-accepted Karman Line denotes as the edge of space. This point is vaguely defined, largely due to the nature of Earth’s atmosphere not ending at any particular hight, but rather becoming progressively thinner as altitude increases.
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Pokemon Let's Go: How to Get to the Power Plant
https://ift.tt/eA8V8J Here's how to get to the Power Plant, the off-the-beaten-path home of the Legendary Pokemon Zapdos!
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The Predator Alternate Ending Almost Featured a Big Alien Twist
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The Predator’s ending already had a bit of a surprise, but one of its alternate endings almost featured a major Alien reference.
SFX artist Yuri Everson posted an image on Instagram that supposedly came from the BCIT Aerospace Centre showing actress Breanna Watkins playing a “Predator Killer Ripley,” with her face covered by a mechanical mask in what appears to be a sleep chamber of some sort.
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Why 2018 Was the Best Year For Video Games... Ever
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Another year, another reflection on another batch of video games... but this year is different. Because 2018 was the best year for video games ever.
Don’t believe me? Take a close look at the chief contenders below and make up your own mind... but watch out, because 2018 was pretty nuts. Please note that this timeline has a strong American bias since it mostly reflects US release dates... awesome developments in Japan, Europe, and elsewhere that didn’t have an immediate impact in the US aren’t covered here. That means a lot of important contributions to Japanese and UK gaming history have to wait until they have an impact on the American market. We’re looking at you, Rare.
Below is a list of the best years in gaming history, all leading up to the spectacular 2018.
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Origin EVO17-S Gaming Laptop Review
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Purchasing an Origin PC, be it a desktop or laptop, is a "boutique" experience. Throughout the entire process, you are in complete control over the components, colors, the finish, and you even have the option to have your computer shipped in a big wooden crate. A crate that requires a power tool to crack open (see below). I'm reviewing the company's EVO17-S (See it at OriginPC.com), which falls into the its "thin and light" product lineup. It's similar to the EVO15-S I tested earlier this year, but bigger and more powerful.
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In Pictures: New Year 2019 celebrations around the world
https://ift.tt/eA8V8J https://bbc.in/2Tm9qWJ Skies are illuminated above cities around the world as revellers welcome the arrival of the New Year.
Red Dead 2 Walkthrough (with Gold Ranking Requirements)
https://ift.tt/eA8V8J See the Gold Medal requirements and get helpful hints while playing Red Dead Redemption 2.
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Australian cane toads hitch ride on python's back
https://ift.tt/eA8V8J https://bbc.in/2SvOY5y Paul Mock filmed the toads riding the python after a thunderstorm in Kununurra, Western Australia.
Netflix's A Series of Unfortunate Events: Season 3 Review
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Netflix’s adaptation of Lemony Snicket’s A Series of Unfortunate Events needed to see its story through to the end. The third season based on the 13-book series is its best yet, with a fantastic sense of pacing, every opportunity taken to indulge in a bit of fun wordplay, and its continued, incredible ability to set up moments of joy only for the realities of the Baudelaires’ world to come crashing down around them.
Adapting books 10-13 — The Slippery Slope, The Grim Grotto, The Penultimate Peril, and The End — Season 3 picks up from Season 2’s literal cliffhanger (Violet and Klaus hurtling off the side of a cliff in a runaway cart) and almost never lets up its pace. Even though emotional and narrative payoff obviously doesn’t come full circle until the last few episodes, the four episodes adapting Slope and Grotto do a surprising job of being both satisfying in their own right and in how they integrate the overarching story.
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Marvel’s Oscar Hopes May Not Be With Black Panther Anymore
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Marvel Studios' Black Panther is nominated for three Golden Globes including Best Motion Picture – Drama. This nomination certainly has Marvel fans a little excited, as until that point, it seemed as if much of Black Panther's odds of making it to the Academy Awards were slimming. Black Panther is still perhaps a long shot (it's competing with critical darlings like A Star is Born, BlacKkKlansman, and If Beale Street Could Talk), but its nomination at the Golden Globes is a pretty big deal.
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Why Is the Internet Obsessed With Bird Box?
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While Bird Box is hardly Netflix's first big tentpole exclusive horror movie, it more than others seems to have struck a major chord with viewers. The streaming giant reported that Bird Box had the most successful first week of any Netflix film, with over 45 million accounts tuning in. And one need only spend a few minutes browsing Twitter at the moment to see that people have gone a little bit crazy for Bird Box.
So what is it about this horror flick that's making people so obsessed? Why, in a year full of great horror films like Hereditary and A Quiet Place, is Bird Box the toast of social media? Here's why we think the Internet is freaking out over Bird Box.
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What Black Mirror: Bandersnatch's Endings Say About You
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This interview contains light spoilers for Black Mirror: Bandersnatch, which is currently available to play/watch on Netflix. You can check out our spoiler-free review here.
Device Support: Available across most newer devices, including TVs, game consoles, web browsers, and Android and iOS devices running the latest version of the Netflix app. It’s not yet supported on Chromecast, Apple TV, and some legacy devices.
Netflix is calling its latest entry in Charlie Brooker's imaginative Black Mirror anthology series an "interactive movie." And while the interactive elements of "Bandersnatch" are clearly there - featuring a unique decision-making system that alters how the story unfolds - it's difficult to not notice the similarities the film shares with video games.
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Venice to charge tourist entry fee for short stays
https://ift.tt/eA8V8J https://bbc.in/2Tjd6IU Day-trippers will pay up to €10 each as the city struggles to cope with mass tourism.
Yemen war: WFP accuses Houthi rebels of diverting food aid
https://ift.tt/eA8V8J https://bbc.in/2QeLBOw The WFP demands that Yemen's rebel Houthi movement stops diverting food aid meant for civilians.
Top 10 Most Popular Trailers of 2018 on IGN
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There are few things better than a great trailer to get us -- and you, our audience! -- hyped about an upcoming movie, game or TV show. With 2018 coming to a close, we thought it would be fun to look back at the trailers that got the most eyeballs across IGN's various platforms.
Pulling data from our YouTube, Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and, of course, IGN.com videos, we compiled a list of the 10 trailers that got the most combined viewed across those five platforms. It's a somewhat surprising mix of titles, but offers a pretty good snapshot of the properties that struck 2018 the most. (This data was compiled on Dec. 30th.)
Take a look at our top trailers below, and let us know what your favorite trailer of the year was in the poll below and in the comments!
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A Cafe in Japan Hires Robot Servers, But With a Twist
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A Cafe in Tokyo uses an all-robot staff, though some of its employees that control these servers do so remotely, under special circumstances.
As reported by NextShark, these employees have debilitating conditions like ALS and similar spinal chord injuries, and operate the robot servers from home. They operate an OriHime-D: a 4-foot-tall robot that moves, handles objects, and communicates with patrons at Tokyo’s Cafe DAWN (Diverse Avatar Working Network). Cafe DAWN is intended to resemble the robot-centric cafe featured in the 2008 anime Time of Eve.
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49 Big Games Coming in 2019
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With 2018 firmly in the books – and what a year it was! – it's time to focus on the future. Now that 2019 is upon us and bringing with it long-awaited sequels, intriguing fresh takes, and a ton of exciting games, let's run down the list of what we know is on the way in the next year. Here are 49 big games confirmed to be coming in 2019, with the pesky reminder that delays happen and some of these could slip out of the calendar year. But with the fine print out of the way, on to the list!
Ace Combat 7: Skies Unknown
Release Date: January 18 (PS4, Xbox One) / February 1 (PC)
Platforms: PS4, Xbox One, PC
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Monster Hunter World Complete Guide and Walkthrough
https://ift.tt/eA8V8J A guide and walkthrough for every Assigned Quest and monster in Monster Hunter World.
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DR Congo election: Internet shut down after presidential vote
https://ift.tt/eA8V8J https://bbc.in/2Rs2aew The opposition says the government ordered the move to avoid broadcasting their win.
Parkland school shooting survivors' anger at Louis CK routine
https://ift.tt/eA8V8J https://bbc.in/2GNMaQ4 Survivors of the Florida school shooting hit out after the comic poked fun at them in a stand-up set.
Severn Bridge shuts as drone flown from tower
A man was arrested on suspicion of causing a public nuisance after a 30-minute closure.
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Syria conflict: Trump slows down troop withdrawal
https://ift.tt/eA8V8J https://bbc.in/2TeFz2q The US president confirms reports that the withdrawal of US forces will be slower than he promised.
US senator Elizabeth Warren takes step toward presidential run
https://ift.tt/eA8V8J https://bbc.in/2s3Y6Tz The US Democratic senator announces she has set up an exploratory committee to consider a 2020 bid.
Best Dad Gifts for 2018
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Dads have a knack for being some of the coolest, smartest, and obnoxiously lovable people we have the pleasure of knowing. That kind of commitment deserves a reward and our guide has gifts to help you make the right choice this upcoming holiday season. Pick a gift that's best for your dad, whether that's a topical book, an energy-saving thermostat, or an awesome foam cannon for car cleaning.
Best LEGO Gifts for Dad
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The Best 2-in-1 Convertible Laptops
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Not long ago, a laptop with a touchscreen was considered pretty out of place. Sure, it was nice to have the option to tap or scroll with your finger, but there was no real advantage to having a touchscreen since it was often times easier to just use the touchpad. As tablets continued to gain in popularity, and Microsoft admitted it messed up with Windows 8 by going whole hog with touch, the idea of convertible 2-in-1 laptops was born.
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The Best Wireless Headsets for Gaming
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Once you try a pair of wireless headphones, you'll probably never want to go back to wired again. The same can be said for using a wireless mouse too, actually. There's not a huge penalty to cutting the cord, and the gains are pretty massive as you get the exact same features as a wired headset without having to worry about that pesky cable getting caught on something on your desk, or (heaven forbid) having it touch either of your hands while gaming. This is simply not acceptable, so get rid of the cable for good.
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The Best TV Stands for Gaming
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Anyone trying to fit multiple gaming consoles or other electronics under their TV without making a huge mess knows how important it is to get a high-quality gaming TV stand. A simple two-tier TV stand is fine if you're just rocking a single cable box, but things can get crowded fast. Not only does it look bad when two or more electronic devices are stacked on top of each other, it can be dangerous since the devices tend to throw heat on each other – does the Red Ring of Death ring a bell? So don't scoff - whether you're in a dorm or other small space, or looking for something sturdy to rest your massive 65 inch TV, it's important to look around for the best TV stand. You and your electronics deserve better, so we've put together a list of some of the best TV stands and entertainment centers out there that can help alleviate clutter, streamline your living space, and help your gaming HQ look more a little more professional.
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The Best Router for Gaming
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Updated: October 2018
We know what you're thinking, "Best router for gaming? Any serious gamer is on a hard-wired connection!" We hear you, but everyone still needs WiFi in their home in order to survive. Thankfully, with the arrival of 80211.ac you can actually game over a wireless connection if you're dealing with cable routing issues or another barrier that prevents you from going wired. Plus, the newest wireless protocol (80211.ac) is much faster than its predecessor, 80211.n, thanks to new performance-boosting features such as beamforming and MU-MIMO.
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Net's founding father Dr Larry Roberts dies aged 81
Dr Roberts was chief scientist in charge of designing and building the tech that became the internet.
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Sen. Elizabeth Warren, D-Mass., announces she’s forming an exploratory committee in step toward 2020 presidential run
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Sen. Elizabeth Warren, D-Mass., announces she’s forming an exploratory committee in step toward 2020 presidential run
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US zoo intern fatally attacked by lion in North Carolina
https://ift.tt/eA8V8J https://bbc.in/2EXJcWs Alexandra Black, 22, had recently graduated and started working at the centre only 10 days before.
Pete Tong NYE 'balloon drop' cancelled after protests
https://ift.tt/eA8V8J https://bbc.in/2s13rLt Organisers had planned to release 130,000 balloons at a Manila nightclub to ring in the new year.
Iran TV chief sacked over uncensored Jackie Chan sex scene
https://ift.tt/eA8V8J https://bbc.in/2EZkNRs A regional TV channel broadcast Jackie Chan's Shinjuku Incident without censoring an "immoral" part.
Drone to watch over New Year celebration in New York
The NYPD will use camera-equipped drones to watch over New Year's Eve celebrations.
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2019: The New Year begins with a bang in New Zealand
https://ift.tt/eA8V8J https://bbc.in/2Ss0PBN Auckland has said goodbye to 2018 and got the world's New Year celebrations officially underway.
Hopman Cup: Serena Williams & Roger Federer to play for first time
https://ift.tt/eA8V8J https://bbc.in/2AmrZTG Roger Federer and Serena Williams will meet on court for the first time at the Hopman Cup on Tuesday.
Amal Fathy: Egypt court imposes jail term over harassment video
https://ift.tt/eA8V8J https://bbc.in/2Rkn27y Amal Fathy faces two years in jail for criticising the state for failing to tackle sexual harassment.
Australian cane toads hitch a lift on python's back after storm
https://ift.tt/eA8V8J https://bbc.in/2GOcA4a Paul Mock filmed the cane toads riding the python, known as Monty, after a bad storm in Kununurra.
Mother of the Hubble: Tributes paid to Nasa scientist
https://ift.tt/eA8V8J https://bbc.in/2SoZ7kp Dr Nancy Grace Roman, the first woman to hold a senior leadership position at NASA, has died at 93.
Russian security agency arrests 'US spy' in Moscow
https://ift.tt/eA8V8J https://bbc.in/2CHzCFI The FSB security agency says a US man named Paul Whelan has been charged with spying.
Duterte: Outrage as Philippines president says he touched a maid
https://ift.tt/eA8V8J https://bbc.in/2VjtESU Rights groups call Rodrigo Duterte's comments "repulsive" and "unworthy of his position".
Deadly blast ruins Russia housing block in Magnitogorsk
https://ift.tt/eA8V8J https://bbc.in/2EYqvTq At least three people died in a suspected gas explosion in the city of Magnitogorsk.
Philippines deadly storm and landslides kill more than 60
https://ift.tt/eA8V8J https://bbc.in/2VkEYy4 An official says people did not take precautions as the storm was not classed as a typhoon.
Sunday, December 30, 2018
Cyber-attack disrupts distribution of multiple US newspapers
The malware, which affected papers owned by Tribune Publishing, is believed to be from outside the US.
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Angela Merkel: Germany to take on greater global responsibility
https://ift.tt/eA8V8J https://bbc.in/2SzaEhv Germany will assume greater international responsibility, Angela Merkel says in her New Year address.
What it’s like to be Black and Argentine
https://ift.tt/eA8V8J https://bbc.in/2s2fJ6c Afro-Argentines often feel like they’ve been written out of history and are mistaken for foreigners in their own country.
Lederhosen love among Austria's millennials
https://ift.tt/eA8V8J https://bbc.in/2AmkSL1 Lederhosen and dirndl dresses are making a comeback in Austria.
Female fightback... 2018 in hashtags
https://ift.tt/eA8V8J https://bbc.in/2RntUB7 A look at the year's most influential hashtags used by women on social media.
How to Upgrade or Replace Your PS4 Pro Hard Drive
https://ift.tt/eA8V8J Learn how to increase the storage on a PS4 Pro with this guide.
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CoD Black Ops 4 Zombies: Blood of the Dead Walkthrough
https://ift.tt/eA8V8J Find out how to Pack-a-Punch, craft the Spectral Shield, obtain the Blundergat, and more.
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Syria conflict: Trump 'committed to defeating IS', says Lindsey Graham
https://ift.tt/eA8V8J https://bbc.in/2SrBV5i A top Republican says President Trump remains determined, despite deciding to withdraw all US troops.
Spoken word poet Dylema: On a stroll through Africa in 2018
https://ift.tt/eA8V8J https://bbc.in/2BZzjVp Dylema leads us through key events on the continent this year in a specially commissioned poem.
'Dangerous orange pill' prompts Australia festival warning
https://ift.tt/eA8V8J https://bbc.in/2AmSDfb Festival-goers are told that a "dangerous" drug is circulating in Australia, following a man's death.
God of War: How to Solve Every Rune Chest
https://ift.tt/eA8V8J See where to find and how to open the Nornir Chests around the Realms.
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In search of Leonard, my martyred ancestor
https://ift.tt/eA8V8J https://bbc.in/2BMln0I Eli Melki looks for traces of a relative who was killed at 33 during a wave of attacks against eastern Turkey's Christians.
2018 in news: The alternative end-of-the-year awards
https://ift.tt/eA8V8J https://bbc.in/2s3oDAp From the ridiculous to the more ridiculous, here are the weird stories that caught our eye this year.
Why legalising gay sex in India is not a Western idea
https://ift.tt/eA8V8J https://bbc.in/2ApBWzF India's decision to decriminalise gay sex has taken the country back to its roots, some historians say.
Remembering the entertainment and arts figures we lost in 2018
https://ift.tt/eA8V8J https://bbc.in/2F03HlD Remembering some of the figures from music, film, TV, radio and literature who died in 2018.
Bangladesh clothing factories: Are they safe now?
https://ift.tt/eA8V8J https://bbc.in/2s3oVat Are garment factories in Bangladesh safe five years after the Rana Plaza disaster?
Africa's year in pictures 2018
https://ift.tt/eA8V8J https://bbc.in/2GIKAyK A selection of the best photos from across and about Africa this year.
Smash Bros: Community Tier Lists Roundup
https://ift.tt/eA8V8J The Smash Bros. community on Reddit just released their list - see it, and others, here!
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John Doubleday (restorer)
John Doubleday (restorer).
John Doubleday (about 1798 – 1856) was a British craftsperson, restorer, and dealer in antiquities. He was employed by the British Museum for the last 20 years of his life as a specialist restorer, perhaps the first person in that role. In 1845 the Portland Vase, a Roman cameo glass piece, was smashed into hundreds of pieces, and Doubleday was selected for the restoration. Guided by a watercolour of the fragments by Thomas H. Shepherd, he glued the vase whole again within a few months, omitting only 37 small splinters. This restoration would remain for more than 100 years, until the adhesive grew increasingly discoloured. In other work for the museum, he cleaned bronzes from Nimrud and at least twice testified in criminal trials. By the time of his death he had amassed one of the largest collections of casts of seals in the world. In 2006 William Andrew Oddy of the British Museum ranked him "in the forefront of the craftsmen-restorers of his time".
John Doubleday (about 1798 – 1856) was a British craftsperson, restorer, and dealer in antiquities. He was employed by the British Museum for the last 20 years of his life as a specialist restorer, perhaps the first person in that role. In 1845 the Portland Vase, a Roman cameo glass piece, was smashed into hundreds of pieces, and Doubleday was selected for the restoration. Guided by a watercolour of the fragments by Thomas H. Shepherd, he glued the vase whole again within a few months, omitting only 37 small splinters. This restoration would remain for more than 100 years, until the adhesive grew increasingly discoloured. In other work for the museum, he cleaned bronzes from Nimrud and at least twice testified in criminal trials. By the time of his death he had amassed one of the largest collections of casts of seals in the world. In 2006 William Andrew Oddy of the British Museum ranked him "in the forefront of the craftsmen-restorers of his time".
Bangladesh election: Sheikh Hasina wins new term as prime minister
https://ift.tt/eA8V8J https://bbc.in/2EWFJbC Sheikh Hasina wins a third consecutive term in a vote marred by violence and claims of vote rigging.
Mexico wall: Trump aide says concrete wall idea was dropped early on
https://ift.tt/eA8V8J https://bbc.in/2EXMmcP Outgoing chief of staff John Kelly appears to contradict the US president on the border wall plan.
Bald eagle mascot’s pre-game flight took an unexpected turn
https://ift.tt/eA8V8J https://bbc.in/2RnF7kV Notre Dame’s mascot, a bald eagle, flew into the stands and landed on two fans’ arms.
France to help combat Channel smuggling
https://ift.tt/eA8V8J https://bbc.in/2Ak3q9S Six Iranian migrants are found on the Kent coast as the home secretary cuts short a holiday to deal with the issue.
DoubleTree Portland hotel fires staff who evicted black guest
https://ift.tt/eA8V8J https://bbc.in/2Tist3Y Police escorted Jermaine Massey out of the DoubleTree Portland after he called his mum in the lobby.
Fallout 76 Interactive Map: Locations, Power Armor, Bobbleheads, and More
https://ift.tt/eA8V8J Plan your trip through Appalachia in Fallout 76 with our interactive map, featuring locations, power armor, collectibles and much more.
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Atlus Teases Persona 5 R, Other New Projects
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Atlus has officially teased Persona 5 R, which many believe to be an enhanced release of Persona 5.
Revealed through a brief video, the words “Persona 5 R” are never shown, though an official website by the name P5R.jp has been attached to the video, suggesting the upcoming title will include this new letter. The teaser showcases Tokyo’s Shibuya district, a major location in P5, with screens displaying the P5 icon, followed by the message “New Projects” and “2019.3."
The description of the video claims the next information on this title will be coming in March 2019. It’s unclear if the “New Projects” referenced in the trailer solely includes P5R or also involves unannounced spinoff games, like a possible Persona 5 fighting game similar to Persona 4 Arena.
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UAE helicopter crash kills four crew on rescue mission near zipline
https://ift.tt/eA8V8J https://bbc.in/2QXx536 Four die in a helicopter crash near the world's longest zipline, in the UAE's northern-most emirate.
Looking Back at God of War, IGN's Best Game of 2018
https://ift.tt/eA8V8J IGN's PlayStation show welcomes God of War's director to discuss the year Santa Monica Studio's game has had.
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Californian law change means pet shops can sell only rescued animals
https://ift.tt/eA8V8J https://bbc.in/2EXbrFC The state bans retailers from selling animals sourced from breeders, to cut down on "puppy mills".
Bangladesh election: Voting disrupted by violence
https://ift.tt/eA8V8J https://bbc.in/2Sv4fni Clashes between ruling party and opposition supporters have resulted in 17 deaths.
How to Get the Best Horse in Red Dead 2
https://ift.tt/eA8V8J From the White Arabian to the Missouri Fox Trotter, here are the best horses in Red Dead Redemption 2 and how to get them.
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Daily Deals: Hellblade: Senua's Sacrifice for $19.99, Crash Bandicoot Statue for Under $20
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Hellblade: Senua's Sacrifice for $19.99
The story of Senua and her mission to bring back her dead lover while facing challenges both in the world and internally. Hellblade went on to win several awards at the 2017 Game Awards.
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16 Biggest Box Office Flops of 2018
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With 2018 winding down, it’s time to start reflecting on the year that was, including the winners… and today’s focus, the losers at the box office. First, though, let’s set a few ground rules.
First off, the movies on this list have all opened in wide release, at least over 1,000 theaters nationwide, so while Gotti ($4.3 million worldwide, $10 million budget) would certainly be considered a bomb, it also only opened in 503 theaters. While it’s numbers are dismal, a movie like Gotti doesn’t have a wide enough release to have the potential to make blockbuster numbers anyway, so it doesn’t really make much sense to include a movie like Gotti here, as far as I’m concerned.
I’m also not including movies that technically ‘made money,’ even though I’m fully aware that movie math isn’t quite the same as traditional math. In the eyes of many, Solo: A Star Wars Story ($213.8 million domestic, $392.9 million worldwide, rumored $300 million budget) could be considered a “bomb,” especially since it’s the lowest-grossing movie in Star Wars history…even though it’s still the ninth highest-grossing movie domestically this year. The “budget” doesn’t include publicity and advertising, which Variety reported last year can cost anywhere between $20 million and $150 million for each movie, but isn’t a commonly reported figure. The production budget also doesn’t include first-dollar gross points paid out to actors, directors, producers and writers and a myriad of other costs, and the most common metric is that a movie needs to at least double its production budget to truly break even.
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Netflix's New True Crime Series Will Haunt You
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Note: this is a spoiler-free review of The Innocent Man, which debuts on Netflix on Friday, December 14.
True crime fanatics who happen to have a Netflix subscription are never starved for options. Making a Murderer Season 1 really opened the floodgates and established Netflix as a force to be reckoned with in the true crime area. But for those hoping to scratch that very specific Making a Murderer itch, even Season 2 was found wanting in some respects. There just haven't been enough new developments with that particular case to warrant a whole new season. With that in mind, The Innocent Man may be the more satisfying follow-up to Making a Murderer. Just don't expect a series that breaks any new ground with the genre.
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Batman's Penis and Beyond: The Biggest WTF Moments of 2018 in Comics, Movies and TV
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2018 was a pretty strange year for pop culture. Batman couldn't keep his clothes on. Sonic the Hedgehog insisted on showing off his gross-looking legs. Everyone in the Marvel Cinematic Universe either got wiped out of existence or had their Netflix series canceled.
As the year winds down, here's a look back at the five strange developments in movies, TV and comics that had us all saying, "WTF?".
Batman Shows His Penis
DC Comics debuted a new imprint this year called DC Black Label, one geared toward older readers hungry for dark, standalone stories in the vein of The Dark Knight Returns and Watchmen. That imprint kicked off with the release of Batman: Damned in October, and it immediately became clear just how un-kid-friendly Black Label truly is.
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Pokemon Let's Go: Shiny Pokemon Guide
https://ift.tt/eA8V8J How to get these rare, alternate-color Pokemon.
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The 90-year-old back-flipping daredevil
https://ift.tt/eA8V8J https://bbc.in/2AntDnS This Canadian man is being called the world's most extreme grandpa.
Bangladesh election: Opposition demand new vote
https://ift.tt/eA8V8J https://bbc.in/2CEKbtg An opposition leader condemned what he called a "farcical result", amid claims of vote rigging.
American college football: Huge bald eagle lands on fans
https://ift.tt/eA8V8J https://bbc.in/2Tg7r6c A bird named Clark goes rogue in front of 90,000 fans at a college game.
Mayweather v Nasukawa: Kickboxer confident as boxer vows to 'entertain' in exhibition
https://ift.tt/eA8V8J https://bbc.in/2QayXjF Japanese kickboxer Tenshin Nasukawa vows to "take down" Floyd Mayweather in their three-round boxing exhibition match on Monday.
Kim Jong-un letter to Seoul asks for more summits in 2019
https://ift.tt/eA8V8J https://bbc.in/2s0P5dN In a rare letter, North Korea's leader vows to "frequently" meet the South's president in 2019.
Georges Loinger: French hero who saved Jews in WW2 dies
https://ift.tt/eA8V8J https://bbc.in/2RmwI19 Georges Loinger's inventiveness saved hundreds of children during World War Two.
Colombia probes alleged plot to assassinate President Iván Duque
https://ift.tt/eA8V8J https://bbc.in/2Rq1aYu Three Venezuelans are being held in connection with an alleged plot to kill Colombia's president.
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Morocco tourist murders: Swiss-Spanish national arrested
https://ift.tt/eA8V8J https://bbc.in/2BLjQI7 The dual Swiss-Spanish national was arrested in Marrakesh on Saturday, Moroccan authorities say.
Cyber-attack disrupts distribution of multiple US newspapers
https://ift.tt/eA8V8J https://bbc.in/2Q8aWd2 The malware, which affected papers owned by Tribune Publishing, is believed to be from outside the US.
How ancient DNA may rewrite prehistory in India
https://ift.tt/eA8V8J https://bbc.in/2BQ3IoX Aryans are not the source of Indian civilisation, according to new research on genetic ancestry.
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Alabama knocks off Oklahoma in Orange Bowl, sets up National Championship showdown with Clemson
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Here's Every Side Quest in Zelda: Breath of the Wild
https://ift.tt/eA8V8J Track down every last side quest in Breath of the Wild to earn unique armor, rupees, and more.
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Netflix's Bird Box Review
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The following is a mostly spoiler-free review of Bird Box, which is now streaming on Netflix.
In a slightly better effort and presentation than most Netflix Original movies, Bird Box stars Sandra Bullock as one of the few survivors of a global "event" that - *sigh* - involves invisible demons instantly causing all who see them to commit suicide. Look, it's all better than the description makes it sound. Though, this gimmick also feels goofy at times, and needlessly convolutes a story that, for all intents and purposes, could be about anything world-ending (zombies, clickers, what have you).
The end result of these supernatural creatures (if you're looking for the film's "hook") is that the characters can't go outside with their eyes open, creating a scenario where Bullock's Malorie has to escort two 5-year-old kids (one is hers and the other an orphan) through the woods blindfolded, surrounded by shrieking chaos. Their lack of visuals makes for a cool visual, and an unsettling survival scenario, but it the movie feels reverse engineered to create this very specific, heightened situation. As if the author - in this case Josh Malerman, who wrote the 2014 book the movie's based on - worked backwards from a cool idea and created "monsters" that could accommodate such an ordeal.
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DR Congo election: Polls to open in tense vote
https://ift.tt/eA8V8J https://bbc.in/2QV2hjx The election could see the first peaceful transition of power in DR Congo since independence in 1960.
Monster Hunter: World Tips and Tricks
https://ift.tt/eA8V8J Everything you need to know to succeed as a hunter.
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Bangladesh elections: Security on high alert ahead of polls
https://ift.tt/eA8V8J https://bbc.in/2RlbhxE PM Sheikh Hasina is seeking a third successive term while her main rival is in prison for corruption.
The country that has lost three million people
https://ift.tt/eA8V8J https://bbc.in/2QVXD4x The Venezuelan migration crisis is a major concern for South America and shows no sign of ending.
Dinner for One: English comedy spices up German New Year
https://ift.tt/eA8V8J https://bbc.in/2QbOz6n The English film you've never seen - but Germans watch it adoringly every New Year's Eve.
2018: BBC Tech's biggest stories and what happened next
https://ift.tt/eA8V8J https://bbc.in/2GJvUQ1 From fake porn to Facebook scandals, security alerts to Google protests - 2018 was a busy year.
Sneakernomics: All change in the trainer business
https://ift.tt/eA8V8J https://bbc.in/2BPh2ty The way trainers are made and sold is allowing newcomers to break into the market.
2018: BBC Tech's biggest stories and what happened next
From fake porn to Facebook scandals, security alerts to Google protests - 2018 was a busy year.
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The Instagrammer who wants to show a different side of Gaza
https://ift.tt/eA8V8J https://bbc.in/2AmFuTb Instagram photographer Kholoud Nassar wants to show us a different side of Gaza.
The man who takes animals to funerals
https://ift.tt/eA8V8J https://bbc.in/2BPMHLB A Thai man has made it his life's mission to help people through their grief with animals.
First Tennessee Park
First Tennessee Park.
First Tennessee Park is a baseball park in downtown Nashville, Tennessee, in the United States. It opened in 2015 as the home of the Triple-A Nashville Sounds of the Pacific Coast League. It was built on the site of the former Sulphur Dell, a minor league ballpark in use from 1870 to 1963. The design of the park incorporates imagery inspired by country music, Sulphur Dell, and the city's former baseball players and teams. Its most distinctive feature is its guitar-shaped scoreboard. During construction of the park, artifacts dating to around 1150 were uncovered; these are now on permanent display in the Tennessee State Museum's Mississippian Period exhibit. Archaeologists believe them to be the remnants of a workshop in a Native American settlement where mineral water from underground springs was boiled to collect salt. The park is on a flood plain of the Cumberland River that flooded in 2010.
First Tennessee Park is a baseball park in downtown Nashville, Tennessee, in the United States. It opened in 2015 as the home of the Triple-A Nashville Sounds of the Pacific Coast League. It was built on the site of the former Sulphur Dell, a minor league ballpark in use from 1870 to 1963. The design of the park incorporates imagery inspired by country music, Sulphur Dell, and the city's former baseball players and teams. Its most distinctive feature is its guitar-shaped scoreboard. During construction of the park, artifacts dating to around 1150 were uncovered; these are now on permanent display in the Tennessee State Museum's Mississippian Period exhibit. Archaeologists believe them to be the remnants of a workshop in a Native American settlement where mineral water from underground springs was boiled to collect salt. The park is on a flood plain of the Cumberland River that flooded in 2010.
Italy budget: Parliament passes budget after EU standoff
https://ift.tt/eA8V8J https://bbc.in/2Q9L0Ob Italy's parliament approves a budget for 2019, amid complaints it was revised to placate the EU.
BBC issues formal complaint to Russia over staff data leak
https://ift.tt/eA8V8J https://bbc.in/2BQK9fZ A list of 44 BBC reporters, including their personal data, was published online by Russian sites.
Red Dead 2 Complete Cheats List
https://ift.tt/eA8V8J All 37 cheats in Red Dead 2, plus their origins.
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