The 2021 Oscar nominations are in, and although the Motion Picture Academy has given us the most diverse acting field ever, it's not quite time to retire #OscarsSoWhite, considering some of the notable snubs.
Family of Brandon Scott Hole declined to give interviews but issued a statement apologizing to his victims, saying they had tried to get him help.
The Czech Republic announced Saturday it was expelling 18 Russian diplomats accused of being involved in a massive ammunition depot explosion in 2014, AP reported. Driving the news: Czech officials said "unequivocal evidence" showed the 18 diplomats were spies from the Russian GRU and SVR intelligence services involved in the blast in an eastern town of Vrbětice. Two people died in the explosion and hundreds were evacuated. Stay on top of the latest market trends and economic insights with Axios Markets. Subscribe for freeThe 18 diplomats were given 48 hours to leave the Czech Republic. "[T]he expulsions and allegations have triggered its biggest row with Russia since the end of the communist era in 1989," Reuters noted. What they're saying: “The Czech Republic is a sovereign state and must adequately react to those unprecedented findings,” Prime Minister Andrej Babiš said, per AP. "The explosion led to huge material damage and posed a serious threat to the lives of many local people, but above all it killed two of our fellow citizens, fathers of families," he added.The U.S. "stands with its steadfast ally, the Czech Republic," said Jennifer Bachus, chargé d’affaires at the U.S. embassy in Prague.“We appreciate their significant action to impose costs on Russia for its dangerous actions on Czech soil," she added. The other side: Russian Foreign Ministry spokesperson Maria Zakharova said, "Prague is well aware of what will follow such tricks," AP reported, citing the RIA Novosti news agency. Worth noting: The U.S. said this week it is sanctioning dozens of Russian officials and entities, expelling 10 diplomats from the U.S., and setting new restrictions on buying Russian sovereign debt in response to the massive SolarWinds hack of federal agencies and interference in the 2020 election.Russia responded Friday, saying it will expel 10 U.S. diplomats and add eight current and former U.S. officials to its no-entry list. Like this article? Get more from Axios and subscribe to Axios Markets for free.
Air Force One subcontractor GDC Technics countersued Boeing Co on Friday seeking at least $20 million after the largest U.S. airplane manufacturer canceled contracts for work on the aircraft that carries the U.S. president. Boeing said in its suit filed April 7 that Texas-based GDC failed to complete interior work on the two heavily modified 747-8 Air Force One planes and is "roughly one year behind schedule in meeting its contractual obligations." GDC's counterclaim argues it is "Boeing's mismanagement of the completion of two Air Force One presidential aircraft, not delays caused by GDC, that has caused a delay in the completion of those aircraft."
Minnesota United and the Seattle Sounders opened another MLS season of competition Friday night by uniting at midfield before the Loons' 4-0 loss. They leaned in a center circle, standing side by side and shoulder to shoulder, arms linked with one another and with some coaches. Players wore black armbands and jersey shoulder patches that read "Equality, Acceptance, Diversity" for racial and ...
UK has recruited Goodwin since he was in eighth grade.
(Pittsburgh Penguins) with a Goal from Buffalo Sabres vs. Pittsburgh Penguins, 04/17/2021
Tristan Jarry stopped 27 shots and the Pittsburgh Penguins jumped into second place in the East Division standings with a 3-2 win over Buffalo, eliminating the Sabres from playoff contention on Saturday. Bryan Rust and Evan Rodrigues scored second-period goals in helping the Penguins improve to 10-2-2 in their past 14.
Officials are still looking for nine missing crew members
(Pittsburgh Penguins) with a Spectacular Goalie Save from Buffalo Sabres vs. Pittsburgh Penguins, 04/17/2021
Apr. 17—Industrial hemp was in the clear, and higher education was once again under the gun Friday in Boise, when the 2021 legislative session officially became the third longest session in Idaho history. Some details on the action: Little signs off on hemp bill Gov. Brad Little signed House Bill 126 into law, legalizing the production, transportation and sale of industrial hemp in Idaho. Rep. ...
Fox Sports announcer Joe Buck is taking his talents from the world of sports to game show television as a “Jeopardy!” guest host, a source familiar with the matter tells Variety. Buck is set to be the show’s second sports-affiliated guest host, following Green Bay Packers quarterback Aaron Rodgers’ stint that ran from April 5 […]
Crunchy Black says he was grateful for the penalty: "I’m still here ’cause if it wasn’t for the fines, I probably would be gettin’ high as f*ck."
Apr. 17—On his last day on the job before retirement, Public Works Director Dave Kinney stood next to his replacement and handed over his cushy desk chair. His son, John Kinney, a longtime city employee, took the seat. Friday was a big day for both father and son as one Kinney went out the door and another came in. Public works and parks will be under John Kinney's direction now. The newly ...
Apr. 17—Create a Healthier Niagara Falls Collaborative and the Niagara Falls National Heritage Area is hosting a 5K Wellness Walk at the Niagara Falls Underground Railroad Heritage Center, 825 Depot Ave W, Niagara Falls from 2 to 4 p.m. on Sunday. The walk offers an opportunity for community members to restore the connection with nature and each other while improving their physical and mental ...
She signed it with a nickname that Philip was the last to call her.
One of West Hollywood’s most famous streets will be closing to traffic on weekends starting today in an effort to expand outdoor dining options. West Hollywood’s Robertson Boulevard is the target of the “Out on Robertson” pilot program. The concept will allow businesses to use sidewalks, parking spaces, and private parking lots to as dining […]
Tiffany Haddish is the second Black woman to win a Grammy for best comedy album after Whoopi Goldberg became the first in 1986
Because of the NBA's COVID-19 protocols and scheduling challenges, the Lakers will not visit the White House during their road game in Washington.
Apr. 17—BLUEFIELD — Things aren't anywhere near back to normal. But the return of the Coppinger Invitational baseball tournament getting under way at the customary time of year is probably a sign that things have probably taken a turn for the better. The Bluefield High School baseball team got off to a good start in Friday night's opening round of the 47th annual Coppinger, upending Summers ...
Nevertheless, world champion O’Sullivan hailed the return of fans to the famous Crucible venue.
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