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Walgreens taps Starbucks exec Brewer as its new CEO

Tue, 26 Jan 2021 21:45:05 -0500

Walgreens has tapped Starbucks executive Roz Brewer as its new CEO, which will make her the only Black woman leading a Fortune 500 company

Chicago schools reopening hits snag as union fight escalates

Tue, 26 Jan 2021 21:39:00 -0500

Chicago Public Schools has ditched for thousands of teachers report to class this week ahead of students after the teachers union said its members wouldn’t comply and were prepared to picket over coronavirus safety concerns

Man pepper-sprayed by Portland mayor lawyer, heir to dairy

Tue, 26 Jan 2021 20:48:00 -0500

Police identified a man who was pepper-sprayed by Portland Mayor Ted Wheeler as a lawyer named Cary Cadonau

UN: 250,000 people affected by Cyclone Eloise in Mozambique

Tue, 26 Jan 2021 20:42:56 -0500

A senior U.N. official says Cyclone Eloise has affected 250,000 people in the Mozambique port city of Beira and surrounding areas and damaged or destroyed 76 health centers and 400 classrooms

Tornado leaves several injured, homes damaged in Alabama

Tue, 26 Jan 2021 20:41:37 -0500

Search and rescue efforts continue in Alabama, where officials say a tornado killed a 14-year-old boy sheltering with his family in the basement of their home

Texas man arrested in Capitol riot, another stays in custody

Tue, 26 Jan 2021 20:34:15 -0500

The FBI says a Texas man accused of taking part in the attack on the U.S. Capitol was arrested

Judge bars Biden from enforcing 100-day deportation ban

Tue, 26 Jan 2021 19:33:45 -0500

A federal judge has barred the U.S. government from enforcing a 100-day deportation moratorium that is a key immigration priority of President Joe Biden

Autopsy: Texas man died of neck injuries in animal attack

Tue, 26 Jan 2021 19:32:15 -0500

The final autopsy for a Texas man who sheriff’s officials believe was killed by a mountain lion found he died from neck injuries due to an animal attack, though state wildlife officials don’t believe a wild animal was to blame

Police: Terrorism didn't motivate fatal Oregon car attack

Tue, 26 Jan 2021 18:45:45 -0500

Investigators say they have found no evidence that terrorism, politics or any bias motivated a driver who repeatedly drove into people along streets and sidewalks in Portland, Oregon, killing a 77-year-old woman

Department store chain Belk filing for Chapter 11 bankruptcy

Tue, 26 Jan 2021 18:40:29 -0500

The North Carolina-based department store chain Belk says it will file for Chapter 11 bankruptcy

Aussie GeForce Now servers confirmed for Sydney and Perth, coming mid-2021

Wed, 27 Jan 2021 01:58:46 +0000

You can register your interest now to participate in the Australian beta of GeForce Now.

Sony's new Xperia Pro can be used as an external monitor

Wed, 27 Jan 2021 00:36:18 +0000

With the release of the Xperia Pro, Sony has delivered a 5G solution well suited for content creators working in the field.

You can now stream Super Nintendo and Sega Genesis ROMs on Plex

Wed, 27 Jan 2021 00:30:54 +0000

Plex Arcade adds game streaming to Plex’s feature set with over two dozen Atari titles and any ROMs you have on your computer.

Call of Duty: Mobile Season 1 start date, new modes and why it's not called Season 14

Wed, 27 Jan 2021 00:00:18 +0000

Activision is resetting the timer with Call of Duty: Mobile Season 14, which is actually called 'Season 1'.

The best cheap Apple Watch deals and sales in January 2021

Tue, 26 Jan 2021 23:19:23 +0000

See the best cheap Apple Watch sales, which include deals on everything from the Apple Watch 3 to the all-new Apple Watch 6.

iOS 14.4 update fixes bugs and opens up 'Find My' to third-party accessories

Tue, 26 Jan 2021 23:09:06 +0000

iOS 14.4 and iPadOS 14.4 update fixes bugs, improves handoffs from iPhone to HomePod mini, and expands ‘Find My’ capability to locate third-party accessories.

Where to buy PS5: all the latest restock updates

Tue, 26 Jan 2021 22:25:36 +0000

We're bringing you daily updates on where to buy PS5, with all the latest restock information from top retailers in the US and the UK.

PS5 restock: Sony Direct is out of stock, here's where to look next

Tue, 26 Jan 2021 22:24:20 +0000

The latest Sony Direct PS5 drop is now out of stock, but we expect to see it restock later this week.

This rugged laptop boasts 11th gen Intel chips and a swappable battery

Tue, 26 Jan 2021 22:20:18 +0000

Getac has updated its S410 semi-rugged laptop with a brighter display, enhanced memory and more processing power.

Sony Alpha 1 camera official – and it's the most powerful mirrorless camera ever

Tue, 26 Jan 2021 20:33:15 +0000

The new Sony A1 camera has just landed in dramatic fashion –here's why it's the most powerful hybrid shooter we've seen so far.

Papers: Alli sits out Spurs training as PSG move nears

Tue, 26 Jan 2021 23:18:00 GMT

Back-page headlines and transfer rumours from Wednesday's newspapers...

Brighton report £67.2m loss for 2019/20 season

Tue, 26 Jan 2021 23:04:00 GMT

Brighton have reported a loss of £67.2m for the 2019/20 season, which chairman Tony Bloom described as "one of the most challenging in the club's history".

Arteta: Saka not normal for his age

Tue, 26 Jan 2021 22:00:00 GMT

Mikel Arteta says Bukayo Saka makes decisions "not usual for his age" as he heaped praise on the young Arsenal star following his man-of-the-match performance at Southampton.

Smith: Villa training ground much safer since outbreak

Tue, 26 Jan 2021 22:46:00 GMT

Dean Smith admitted everyone at Aston Villa feels "a lot safer" amid a rollout of updated health and safety measures at their training complex following a recent coronavirus outbreak.

Hits & Misses: Cancelo sparking City; Arsenal ascendant

Tue, 26 Jan 2021 23:20:00 GMT

'Once a Red, always a Red': Ighalo bids Man Utd farewell

Tue, 26 Jan 2021 22:45:00 GMT

Odion Ighalo has confirmed his imminent Manchester United exit in an emotional farewell message.

Nuno 'positive' Jimenez could return this season

Tue, 26 Jan 2021 22:30:00 GMT

Wolves boss Nuno Espirito Santo believes Raul Jimenez could make a surprise return before the end of the season.

Ole not expecting signings before end of window

Tue, 26 Jan 2021 22:30:00 GMT

Ole Gunnar Solskjaer does not expect any new arrivals before the end of the transfer window - but the Manchester United boss says some fringe players could leave.

Arsenal resurgence continues with fine win at Saints

Tue, 26 Jan 2021 23:10:00 GMT

Arsenal's Premier League resurgence continued as they beat Southampton 3-1 at St Mary's to move eighth in the Premier League.

Irresistible Man City thrash West Brom to go top

Tue, 26 Jan 2021 23:30:00 GMT

Manchester City reached the summit of the Premier League for the first time this season after an irresistible performance saw them sweep past West Brom 5-0.

Selena Gomez Stuns In A Nude Top & High-Waisted Jeans While Shopping At Louis Vuitton — See Pics

Wed, 27 Jan 2021 02:48:13 +0000

Selena Gomez wore a sheer nude top, which she later layered under a $6,000 Louis Vuitton coat, to make a pit stop at the designer's store in Manhattan. The actress is in the Big Apple for a new sitcom.

Paris Hilton, 39, Undergoing IVF To Get Pregnant As She Reveals Baby Names For Possible Twins

Wed, 27 Jan 2021 02:11:12 +0000

Paris Hilton revealed she started undergoing IVF to hopefully welcome a baby (or two) with boyfriend Carter Reum and even already started picking out baby names, in a new interview.

‘Teen Mom OG’ Recap: Maci’s Son Bentley, 12, Refuses To See Ryan Until He Seeks Therapy

Wed, 27 Jan 2021 02:00:46 +0000

Maci Bookout's son, Bentley, finally put his foot down during the Jan. 26 season premiere of 'Teen Mom OG', when it was revealed that he served his dad, Ryan, quite the ultimatum.

Niecy Nash Reveals How She Achieved ‘Peace Of Mind’ As Her Career Slowed Amid The Pandemic

Wed, 27 Jan 2021 01:59:19 +0000

As she helps No7 launch its Unstoppable Together campaign, the actress reveals how – like millions of women – her career has been hit by the COVID-related ‘SHEcession.’

Kelly Clarkson’s Ex Brandon Blackstock Claps Back After She Claims He Defrauded Her Out Of Millions

Wed, 27 Jan 2021 01:39:55 +0000

Brandon Blackstock is denying 'every allegation' that his estranged wife, Kelly Clarkson, made in her Oct. 2020 lawsuit. The talent manager is even insisting that Kelly is owed no 'relief' in new court documents.

Eddie Van Halen’s Son Wolf Remembers His Dad With Sweet Tribute On 66th Birthday: I Miss You So Much It Hurts

Wed, 27 Jan 2021 00:06:27 +0000

Eddie Van Halen's son, Wolfgang Van Halen, paid tribute to his late father with an emotional message on what would have been the guitarist's 66th birthday on Jan. 26.

Sean Penn, 60, Joins Joe Biden, Kamala Harris, The Queen, & More In Getting COVID Vaccine

Tue, 26 Jan 2021 23:34:43 +0000

As countries roll out the vaccine for the COVID-19 novel coronavirus, some of the biggest celebrities -- like Sean Penn, Al Roker, Joe Biden and more -- are protecting themselves against the disease.

Amber Portwood & Maci Bookout React After Catelynn Lowell Says They Ignored Her Miscarriage News

Tue, 26 Jan 2021 23:15:53 +0000

Catelynn Lowell's accusation 'hurt' Amber Portwood and left Maci Bookout feeling 'terrible.' The 'Teen Mom OG' stars are now defending themselves after Catelynn accused her castmates of failing to reach out about her miscarriage.

Travis Barker Returns From Getaway With Kourtney Kardashian & Steps Out With Son, 17, In Malibu

Tue, 26 Jan 2021 22:46:55 +0000

Travis Barker was spotted enjoying time with his son Landon at a Malibu beach in his first public outing since making headlines for spending time with reported new girlfriend Kourtney Kardashian in Palm Springs.

Meghan McCain Claps Back After Critic Says ‘View’ Host Would Be ‘Flipping Burgers If Not For’ Her Dad

Tue, 26 Jan 2021 22:31:06 +0000

Meghan McCain fired back at a right wing commentator on Twitter who claimed 'The View' cohost wouldn't have her job if she wasn't John McCain's daughter. Meghan took her to task with a simple tweet.