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Razer's Stormtrooper gaming gear is a mix of awesome and awful
The Verge - 13 May 2019 15:05
I'm no Star Wars fan, but when Razer issued a press release a week ago announcing its Stormtrooper edition keyboard, mouse, and mouse mat, I couldn't resist them. That timeless black-and-white aesthetic just speaks to me...
Reliance Industries moves registered offices of five subsidiaries to Gujarat
livemint.com - 13 May 2019 12:23
Reliance Industries has roots in Gujarat, with even some other companies headquartered there earlier.Gujarat is where RIL began its journey from and we thought we should give something back to the state, said a senior of...
Sri Lanka expands curfew amid growing backlash against Muslims
New York Post - 13 May 2019 14:06
KINIYAMA, Sri Lanka – Sri Lanka widened a curfew on Monday after attacks on mosques and Muslim-owned businesses in the worst unrest since Easter bombings by Islamist militants and blocked Facebook and WhatsApp to stop ...
Pilot arrested right before takeoff for 2015 triple-homicide
New York Post - 13 May 2019 04:13
An American Airlines pilot was dragged from a plane in Kentucky and arrested this weekend for the 2015 triple-homicide of three of his former neighbors, authorities said. Former Army Ranger Major Christian Richard Martin...
Wharfedale Vista 200S soundbar review: Impressive performer offers exceptional value
Pocket-lint - 13 May 2019 11:00
An affordable and impressive soundbar and subwoofer combination from the iconic British brand. While not overflowing with features, it does at least
'Game of Thrones' Review: The Series' Penultimate Episode Is an Unforgiving Symphony of Wanton Destruction
IndieWire - 13 May 2019 05:45
After weeks of uncertainty, one Iron Throne contender authored an incredibly violent explanation for why none of this really mattered anyway.
Trump Seeks New $15 Billion Subsidy To Protect Farmers From His Own Trade War
The Huffington Post - 13 May 2019 04:42
The president falsely claims that tariffs are paid "directly" to the U.S. Treasury by China and indicates these nonexistent Chinese funds will cover the subsidy cost.
Magnitude 6.1 earthquake shakes Panama, five injured
Al Jazeera English - 13 May 2019 03:39
Tremor hits some seven kilometers southeast of the town of Plaza de Caisan near Costa Rica border, at a depth of 37km.
How Guardiola won the 'toughest title' of his career
CNN - 13 May 2019 11:51
In a week in which football redefined the word "incredible," the Premier League title race entered the final chapter of an extraordinary season.
Kawhi Leonard's buzzer beater was the best thing that's ever happened to the Raptors
SB Nation - 13 May 2019 03:52
In his first season, Leonard's made the most memorable moment in Raptors history. The Toronto Raptors' blockbuster summer trade for a one-year rental of Kawhi Leonard was validated on Sunday night as the team's leading s...
Duterte's Allies Seek to Dominate the Midterm Elections as the Philippines Goes to the Polls
Time - 13 May 2019 03:49
Monday's election is seen as a referendum on Duterte's controversial policies
China announces tariff retaliation as Trump defends US moves
ABC News - 13 May 2019 16:20
President Donald Trump on Monday continued to defend his escalating trade war with China as good economic policy as China announced plans to retaliate.
Ranking Jimmy Butler's Most Likely Landing Spots in 2019 NBA Free Agency
Bleacher Report - 13 May 2019 14:00
Welcome to the open market, Jimmy Butler. Traded twice over the past 24 months, the four-time All-Star swingman is finally free to handpick his next destination. Or rather, he will be once he makes the easy call of decli...
Arms control a top issue at Russia-US talks Tuesday in Sochi
Fox News - 13 May 2019 20:47
U.S. Secretary of State Mike Pompeo's first trip to Russia is scheduled to start Tuesday in Black Sea coastal city of Sochi, where he and Russian Foreign Minister are sitting down for talks and then having a joint meetin...
James Jordan arrested in deadly machete attack on Appalachian Trail
New York Post - 13 May 2019 16:20
A Massachusetts man attacked two hikers with a machete in a “senseless and brutal” attack on the Appalachian Trail, killing one and severely injuring another, federal authorities said. James L. Jordan, 30, of West Ya...
U.S. Supreme Court allows App Store antitrust suit against Apple
Reuters - 13 May 2019 16:18
The U.S. Supreme Court on Monday gave the go-ahead for a lawsuit by consumers accusing Apple Inc of monopolizing the market for iPhone software applications and forcing them to overpay, rejecting the company's bid to esc...
Kenyan president's office denies claims he is 'missing' after China trip
CNN - 13 May 2019 16:09
The chief spokesperson for Kenyan President Uhuru Kenyatta denied claims Kenyatta was absent at public events after speculation went rife about his whereabouts on social media.
UN envoy to Mideast warns of war between Israel, Hamas
Miami Herald - 13 May 2019 16:08
The U.N. envoy to the Mideast said Monday that the recent ceasefire between Gaza's Hamas rulers and Israel was the "last chance" to prevent an all-out conflict. A Qatari envoy …
KitchenAid Beautifully Matched This Mixer Billboard to the Shifting Color of Toronto's CN Tower
AdWeek - 13 May 2019 19:04
If you own a KitchenAid stand mixer that you bought with your won money, chances are good that you have strong feelings about the color. (I'm typically an Empire Red man, but my current one is a Gloss Cinnamon I found on...
Deutsche Bank talks with UBS on asset management deal stall: sources
Reuters - 13 May 2019 17:33
Talks have stalled between Deutsche Bank and UBS on a tie up of their asset management businesses due to differences over who would control the combined entity, people familiar with the matter said.
Iran insists on ramping up oil sales to stay in nuclear pact: sources
Reuters - 13 May 2019 16:00
Iran insists on exporting at least 1.5 million barrels per day (bpd) of oil, triple May's expected levels under U.S. sanctions, as a condition for staying in an international nuclear deal, sources with knowledge of Iran-...
Turkish electoral body rejects opposition demand in Istanbul
Miami Herald - 13 May 2019 15:55
Turkey's electoral board has rejected a demand by opposition parties to annul local election results in Istanbul's 39 districts, following the board's decision to strip the opposition of its victory …