Новости за 27.12.2017

Il y a les Noëls blancs... et les Noëls un peu trop blancs. La ville d'Érié, dans l'État américain de Pennsylvanie, se retrouve ensevelie sous plus d'un mètre de neige depuis dimanche, fracassant son record pour le total de précipitations en une seule journée.

Il y a les Noëls blancs... et les Noëls un peu trop blancs. La ville d'Erie, dans l'État américain de Pennsylvanie, se retrouve ensevelie sous plus d'un mètre de neige depuis dimanche, fracassant son record pour le total de précipitations en une seule journée.

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• Walt Disney World resorts are replacing "Do Not Disturb" door signs with signs that say "Room Occupied."
• Resort employees are now required to enter each room at least once per day.
• There is speculation that the changes were put into effect to prevent events like the October shooting at the Mandalay Bay Resort and Casino in Las Vegas.

If you stay at a Walt Disney World resort in the coming months, you may have less control... Читать дальше...

"We are wanted men. I have the death sentence in 12 systems," the actor tasked to play the most dangerous Mos Eisley Cantina's drunk, Dr Evazan, famously exclaimed. Do you recollect the Star Wars scene?

Bayer Leverkusen youngster Leon Bailey is making rounds brilliantly, as reports claim Arsenal and Chelsea are both interested in signing him.There's no denying that Bailey has enjoyed a stellar season to this point with the Bundesliga outfit, netting eight goals and providing four assists across 16 appearances as he flourishes on the left wing.The young-winger can also play on the opposite flank, but the Jamaican international has certainly looked a top prospect in his more natural role and his form... Читать дальше...

U.S. stock indexes edged higher in light trading Wednesday afternoon, recouping some of their modest losses from a day earlier. Health care and technology stocks were among the biggest gainers. Homebuilders notched gains following a report showing pending U.S. home sales edge up last month. Energy stocks declined the most following a drop in crude oil prices. KEEPING SCORE: The Standard & Poor's 500 index rose 1 point, or 0.1 percent, to 2,681 as of 12:51 p.m. Eastern Time. The Dow Jones industrial average gained 21 points... Читать дальше...

Movie revenue is down as much as 2.5% from 2016's record $11.4 billion. But a boost from 'Star Wars' kept things competitive.

Virgil van Dijk's protracted move from Southampton to Liverpool has been completed, with the reported £75million fee a world record for a defender. The Netherlands international was on the brink of joining the Merseyside club at the start of the season only for the transfer to fall through after the Reds were accused of making an alleged illegal approach. Liverpool issued an apology to Southampton over the incident and the deal has been revived, with Van Dijk signing a contract for an undisclosed length of time that commences from January 1. Читать дальше...

The price hike has been a major concern for India. But the Airborne Early Warning and Control System (AWACS), dubbed the “Eyes in the Sky,” is one of the most urgent requirements of the Indian Air Force. The system comprises Russian Ilyushin-76 aircraft equipped with sophisticated Israel-made radars.

From faux leather moto jackets to sporty puffer coats, this season’s outerwear trends are anything but boring. And if you’re looking to update your cold weather wardrobe with some of the season’s coolest coats and jackets, we suggest heading over to Nordstrom where you can score these and more must-have styles on major sale. Right now, Nordstrom is offering up to 50 percent off of a seriously amazing selection of fall and winter styles, including edgy moto jackets, faux fur coats, bomber jackets and more. Читать дальше...

Perth Glory came from behind at Suncorp to grab a late win after Diego Castro and Andy Keogh netted two goals in the last ten minutes. Sydney FC cruised to an easy 4-1 victory against the Phoenix to make it 6 games undefeated for the top side. Sydney FC cruised to an easy 4-1 victory against the Phoenix to make it 6 games undefeated for the top side. Perth Glory striker Adam Taggart has been ruled out for at least another week with a hamstring injury, while defender Scott Neville... Читать дальше...

What is Boxing Day? It is a holiday celebrated on December 26th, the right day after Christmas. Originated in the United Kingdom, Boxing Day is said to be “the first week-day after Christmas-day, observed as a holiday on which post-men, errand-boys, and servants of various kinds expect to receive a Christmas-box since they still have to work on Christmas Day”. Nowadays, Boxing Day Sale 2017 is the biggest shopping holiday in the United Kingdom, much like Black Friday to the United States. So every... Читать дальше...

In a letter dated May 31, 1960, Flannery O'Connor, the author best known for her classic story, "A Good Man is Hard to Find" (listen to her read the story here) penned a letter to her friend, the playwright Maryat Lee. It begins rather abruptly, likely because it's responding to something Maryat said in a […]

An explosion at a supermarket in the Russian city of Saint Petersburg injured at least four people Wednesday, officials said, with investigators working at the scene after moving shoppers away.

Conference play is finally here. This is what we know about college basketball right now.

Junior Academy competing in SCYS Coastal League EAST COOPER 2008 (U10) BOYS: Coach Barclay – chbarclay12@gmail.com 2008 (U10) GIRLS: Coach Cosgrove – cosgroj2@gmail.com 2007 (U11) GIRLS: Coach Brisson – bbrisson@altroninc.com WEST ASHLEY 2006 (U12) BOYS: Coach Davis – treydavis@bellsouth.net Premier Competing in SCYS Presidents Medal or Open League     EAST COOPER 2004 (U14) GIRLS: Dominique Lopez […]

Shoppers walk along Ermou Street, central Athens’s main retail district, on Wednesday, as the Hellenic Confederation of Commerce and Entrepreneurship (ESEE) dampened overoptimistic projections regarding the market’s performance over the Christmas holidays. "Anyone who spoke of a utopian 20-25 percent increase in Christmas turnover probably forgot the decimal point, as 2-2.5 percent is more realistic," it said. Stores can open until 6 p.m. on New Year’s Eve, with large chains and supermarkets allowed... Читать дальше...

“About time you pardoned General Flynn who has taken the biggest fall for all of you.”

Some bitcoin-related stocks are worthy investments, but be careful.

LOS ANGELES — Khabib Nurmagomedov has a plan laid out for 2018.

After an expected win over Edson Barboza at UFC 219 on Dec. 30 in Las Vegas, Nurmagomedov expects to fight Tony Ferguson to decide who is the best lightweight in the world in April or May. Then, if no injuries rear their head, “The Eagle” wants to defend the title in September.

The one key part missing from Nurmagomedov’s blueprint: the UFC lightweight champion Conor McGregor. Nurmagomedov said he is not taking “The Notorious” into account at all. Читать дальше...

Iowa is set to take on Boston College in the Pinstripe Bowl and we have all you need to know to watch it.

Like many industries, the beer industry is subject to changing demographics and evolving consumer tastes. Americans have been turning to craft beer, imports, cocktails, and wine.