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Mourners gather in Houston to remember slain soldier

Fri, 14 Aug 2020 15:02:28 -0400

Mourners have gathered in Houston for a slain Texas soldier whose story has renewed a push for changes in the way the military handles sexual abuse and harassment

Texas doctors warn of police use of 'less lethal' munitions

Fri, 14 Aug 2020 14:55:02 -0400

A group of doctors in Austin, Texas, is warning police not to use so-called “less lethal” munitions for crowd control after they treated people who were severely hurt during protests in May

3 Mississippi police officers indicted in death of Black man

Fri, 14 Aug 2020 14:50:32 -0400

Three Mississippi police officers have been charged with second-degree murder in the death of a Black man last year

Judge refuses to reconsider GM lawsuit against Fiat Chrysler

Fri, 14 Aug 2020 14:49:50 -0400

A federal judge in Detroit says he won't reconsider his July dismissal of General Motors’ racketeering lawsuit against Fiat Chrysler Automobiles

Ex-cop's video captures crowd's horror during Floyd arrest

Fri, 14 Aug 2020 14:47:48 -0400

Newly released body-camera video from a third officer involved in George Floyd’s arrest captures for the first time the growing horror of onlookers who repeatedly pleaded with the officers to get off Floyd

Iowa governor defends response to devastating wind storm

Fri, 14 Aug 2020 14:36:47 -0400

Iowa Gov. Kim Reynolds is pushing back against criticism that she has been slow to respond to a wind storm that devastated the state

Sheriff's department under fire for 1,800-case internal affairs backlog in Phoenix

Fri, 14 Aug 2020 15:10:03 -0400

The sheriff’s department in metro Phoenix, which for years has been the target of criticism, is again under fire after a review found a backlog of 1,800 internal affairs cases taking an average of more than 400 days to complete

US retail sales rise for 3rd month but slowdown expected

Fri, 14 Aug 2020 14:22:15 -0400

Americans increased their retail purchases by 1.2% in July, with solid gains in appliances and clothing, restoring sales to their level before the viral pandemic erupted in March

Cleric extradited from Jamaica to NYC on terrorism charges

Fri, 14 Aug 2020 14:16:03 -0400

A radical Islamic cleric behind bars in Jamaica has been brought to New York City to face allegations he plotted to recruit followers and fighters for the Islamic State group

Florida teen accused in sex trafficking of 14-year-old girl

Fri, 14 Aug 2020 14:26:44 -0400

A 17-year-old South Florida boy is facing sex trafficking charges after being accused of selling a 14-year-old girl on social media

The Umbrella Academy season 3: release date, season 2 ending explained and more

Fri, 14 Aug 2020 19:13:14 +0000

Everything you need to know about The Umbrella Academy season 3, including its likely release date and where the story could go next.

Best Windows hosting services of 2020

Fri, 14 Aug 2020 18:58:23 +0000

Linux servers just don't hit the spot? We've got some quality Windows alternatives.

Best e-commerce hosting providers in 2020

Fri, 14 Aug 2020 18:45:44 +0000

It costs surprisingly little to start selling your wares online.

Patents suggest iPhone 12 may get in-air gestures thanks to a new ToF depth sensor

Fri, 14 Aug 2020 18:33:32 +0000

Patents reveal the iPhone 12 could recognize in-air gestures thanks to a new front-facing ToF depth sensor.

AMD Zen 3 release date, specs and price: everything we know about AMD Ryzen 4000

Fri, 14 Aug 2020 18:20:35 +0000

AMD’s Zen 3 architecture is the next step for its 7nm processors, and it should upgrade nearly everything about the previous generation of hardware.

AMD Ryzen 4000 release date, laptops and specs: everything we know about AMD's next CPUs

Fri, 14 Aug 2020 18:17:10 +0000

AMD Ryzen 4000 processors are coming - here's everything we know.

Intel Ice Lake release date, news and features

Fri, 14 Aug 2020 18:13:36 +0000

Here’s everything we know about Intel’s 10nm processors, which will arrive by the end of 2019.

Intel Comet Lake release date, news and features

Fri, 14 Aug 2020 18:10:47 +0000

Right now it looks like Intel's Comet Lake is going to be the follow-up to Coffee Lake Refresh. But, what will Intel Comet Lake look like?

Best video editing computer 2020: the top PCs for editors and producers

Fri, 14 Aug 2020 18:03:28 +0000

These are the best video editing computers money can buy in 2019.

Fancy Bear is moving into Linux malware

Fri, 14 Aug 2020 18:01:28 +0000

Drovorub is currently being deployed online by the Russian government hacking group Fancy Bear.

Horsfield one ahead of Pieters

Fri, 14 Aug 2020 20:00:00 BST

Sam Horsfield holds a one-shot lead at the halfway stage of the Celtic Classic, with Thomas Pieters and Andrew 'Beef' Johnston in the chasing pack.

Ngakia joins Watford after West Ham exit

Fri, 14 Aug 2020 19:30:00 BST

Jeremy Ngakia has joined Watford on a free transfer after leaving West Ham on July 1.

Brown hits back at Szafnauer in F1's 'copying' row

Fri, 14 Aug 2020 19:44:00 BST

Wilson edges McGill in Crucible epic

Fri, 14 Aug 2020 18:54:00 BST

Kyren Wilson defeated Anthony McGill in an epic final-frame decider to reach his maiden World Snooker Championship final on Friday.

Hamilton ahead, but Red Bull warming up

Fri, 14 Aug 2020 19:00:00 BST

Lewis Hamilton says he is expecting a "very close" battle with Red Bull in "very tough" Spanish GP conditions despite Mercedes' big Friday advantage.

Barcelona's Umtiti tests positive for coronavirus

Fri, 14 Aug 2020 18:50:00 BST

Barcelona defender Samuel Umtiti has tested positive for coronavirus but is not with the rest of the squad for their Champions League quarter-final with Bayern Munich.

Premiership restart: Harlequins vs Sale LIVE!

Fri, 14 Aug 2020 16:43:00 BST

Woods commits to Northern Trust

Fri, 14 Aug 2020 18:41:00 BST

Tiger Woods has committed to playing the opening event of the FedExCup play-offs as he looks to qualify for the season-ending Tour Championship.

Fight Camp LIVE!

Fri, 14 Aug 2020 17:36:00 BST

Scottish Premiership match previews

Fri, 14 Aug 2020 08:42:00 BST

Team news, stats and predictions for the opening round of the Scottish Premiership, as Rangers look to maintain their perfect start.

Brad Pitt Insists Angelina Jolie’s ‘Thinly-Veiled Attempt’ To Delay Custody Trial Will ‘Hurt’ Their Kids

Fri, 14 Aug 2020 18:48:04 +0000

Brad Pitt has answered Angelina Jolie's request for the judge overseeing their custody case to be removed. Here's the latest involving their fiery divorce battle.

8 Of The Best Sunscreens You Need For Summer

Fri, 14 Aug 2020 17:31:22 +0000

The summer is still in full swing & if you are running low on suntan lotion, have no fear because we rounded up the best sunscreen for you to shop for, right here!

Sara Haines Re-Joins ‘The View’ As A Co-Host: 5 Things You Need To Know

Fri, 14 Aug 2020 17:30:31 +0000

'The View' has a new look, sort of. Sara Haines is back as a co-host following the cancellation of 'GMA's 3rd hour, in which she served as a cohost alongside Michael Strahan and Keke Palmer. Learn more about Sara!

How ‘The Voice’ Plans On Filming Their Upcoming 19th Season During The Pandemic

Fri, 14 Aug 2020 17:22:09 +0000

'The Voice' is ready to move ahead with production on its upcoming 19th season and HollywoodLife learned EXCLUSIVELY what reality competition series' approach to the ongoing pandemic 'The Voice' is taking notes from.

Marge Simpson’s ‘Pissed Off’ After Trump Advisor’s Jab At Kamala Harris Comparing Their Voices

Fri, 14 Aug 2020 17:13:06 +0000

After one of Donald Trump's team tried to 'disrespect' Kamala Harris by saying she sounds like Marge Simpson, the animated mom said even her kids act better than that.

VMA Push Nominee Tate McRae Reveals How Songs ‘Vicious’ & ‘You Broke Me First’ Are Connected

Fri, 14 Aug 2020 17:00:10 +0000

Tate McRae is up for Best New Artist at the 2020 MTV VMAs, and after watching her 'vicious' video, it's easy to see why. She shares the song's inspiration behind the track and more.

6 Celeb Kids Looking Adorable In Princess Dresses: Chicago West, Olympia Ohanian & More

Fri, 14 Aug 2020 16:50:37 +0000

Whether they're dressed like Elsa from 'Frozen' or Princess Jasmine from 'Aladdin', our favorite celeb kids love dressing up in costumes! Here are 6 of the cutest moments.

Luann De Lesseps Admits She ‘Feels Bad’ For Denise Richards Over Her ‘Precarious Situation’ With Brandi

Fri, 14 Aug 2020 16:12:01 +0000

Luann de Lesseps weighed in on Denise Richards and Brandi Glavnville's hookup drama in a new interview! The 'RHONY' star seemed to back the actress and explained how she would've acted if she was in Denise's position.

20 Hottest KarJenner Birthday Looks Of All-Time: Kylie’s Balmain Dress, Kendall’s Silver Mini & More

Fri, 14 Aug 2020 15:58:31 +0000

Put on your birthday best! We're taking a look back at some of the hottest looks the KarJenner women have worn to celebrate each of their birthdays!

‘Love After Lockup’ Preview: Jessica Goes Off On Maurice After His Family Ignores Her

Fri, 14 Aug 2020 15:30:26 +0000

Jessica gets ignored by Maurice's family, and she admits that she felt so 'awkward' during the visit in this EXCLUSIVE preview of the all-new 'Love After Lockup.'