Treycyn's blog: December 2018

Wednesday, 26 December 2018

Kennedy Center Honors highlights schism between Trump and the arts

President Trump skipped the Kennedy Center Honors in 2017, publicly stating that he wished to avoid marring the celebration with a "political distraction.

Five killed after hijacked bus drives into pedestrians in China

Five people have been killed after a hijacked bus drove into pedestrians in the southeastern Chinese city of Longyan in Fujian province, authorities said Tuesday.

Louis CK and Chris Rock reignite n-word debate

The debate over the n-word has returned, as a 2011 video featuring Chris Rock and Louis C.K. discussing the term resurfaced over the weekend. The exchange between the comedians raises questions about the role that white and black people play in perpetuating the n-word and its racist history.

Utah student's 911 calls asked police to stop her harasser. Days later she was murdered

Lauren McCluskey was both concerned and frustrated when she called Salt Lake City Police on October 19.

More populism, growing rifts and further instability ahead in 2019

2019 will be the year of growing rifts.

Populists will claim they have the answers; traditionalists will say nothing is wrong they can't fix.

Asia stocks sink after Wall Street's Christmas Eve plunge

Wall Street's Christmas rout spilled into Asia.

Mexican governor and politician husband killed in helicopter crash

The new governor of the Mexican state of Puebla and her politician husband were killed Monday in a helicopter crash in central Mexico, according to the head of their political party.

The man who said Emperor Trump has no clothes

Few who work at senior levels in the administration of President Donald Trump leave with their reputations unsullied. Even fewer leave on their own terms.

Schiff: 'Prepared' to force Mueller report release if White House blocks

California Democratic Rep. Adam Schiff said if President Donald Trump's attorneys try to assert executive privilege to stop the public release of special counsel Robert Mueller's eventual report, he would likely compel publication in some form.

Beto O'Rourke: 'What's happening now is part of a larger threat to us all'

Outgoing Democratic Rep. Beto O'Rourke issued a pointed warning about what he sees as the threat President Donald Trump poses to American democracy, writing that "what's happening now is part of a larger threat to us all."

Mulvaney: 'Very possible' shutdown goes into 2019

President Donald Trump's incoming acting chief of staff Mick Mulvaney said the partial government shutdown could continue into next year.

Corker on shutdown: Trump trying to 'look like he's fighting'

Tennessee GOP Sen. Bob Corker said on Sunday that President Donald Trump pushed the government into partial shutdown as an act of political posturing.

Carlos Ghosn will spend Christmas in a Tokyo jail cell

Former Nissan chief Carlos Ghosn, detained for the past five weeks on charges he underreported his income, will spend Christmas and New Year's Eve in a Tokyo jail cell.

Kamala Harris shows potential strength in 2020 primary

California Sen. Kamala Harris has placed number one in our 2020 power rankings for the last few months. Yet, she has lagged in public opinion polling for the 2020 Democratic nomination.

At least 222 people were killed, with hundreds more injured and missing, including members of a pop band, after a tsunami hit the coastline of west Java and Sumatra, Indonesia on Saturday.

Police storm TV station in Nicaragua and arrest owner for instigating hate

Nicaraguan police shut down operations at a major TV network and arrested the owner, accusing him of instigating hate and violence in the country, officials said.

Mystery company involved in Mueller investigation appeals to Supreme Court

An unnamed, foreign government-owned company in a mystery court case is asking the Supreme Court to pause a grand jury subpoena it received related to special counsel Robert Mueller's investigation.

Six years after Delhi bus attack, India rape crisis shows no sign of slowing

Years after the gang rape of a student on a New Delhi bus shocked the world, women in India remain haunted by the case.

Demi Lovato tweets, 'I am sober and grateful to be alive'

Demi Lovato has shared a health update with her fans.

The 26-year-old singer was hospitalized in July after an apparent overdose and has been mostly keeping to herself while she focuses on her recovery.

Trump asking advisers if he can legally fire Fed chief

President Donald Trump has begun polling advisers about whether he has the legal authority to fire Federal Reserve Chairman Jerome Powell, according to two people familiar with the matter, who described the President as newly furious at the Fed chief as markets tumble.

How liberal activists harnessed social media to target Fox News' Tucker Carlson

The swift retreat of advertisers from Tucker Carlson's Fox News show over his immigration comments underscores a new and growing trend: the power of liberal online activists to put a spotlight on corporate behavior, ranging from their advertising sponsorships to their political donations.

Trump learned nothing from the midterms. Exhibit A: the shutdown.

First things first: The theme song of the week is the theme to "The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air," by DJ Jazzy Jeff & The Fresh Prince.

Congress searches for deal to end partial government shutdown

Lawmakers convened Saturday on Capitol Hill to continue negotiations on a spending deal just hours after members of Congress and President Donald Trump failed to come to an agreement, resulting in the third government shutdown of the year.

A man found a purse with $10,000 cash on a train platform. Then he did what he says anyone would have done

A New York subway rider might have earned himself a spot for life on Santa's "nice" list after he turned in a purse with $10,000 cash he found on a train platform.

US envoy in ISIS fight, Brett McGurk, resigns over US withdrawal from Syria

Brett McGurk, the special presidential envoy for the global coalition to counter ISIS, submitted his resignation Friday because of President Donald Trump's decision to pull US forces out of Syria, according to a senior administration official.

Donald Trump's border wall may have just crumbled forever

Eight days ago, President Donald Trump had this to say about the possibility of a government shutdown if Congress didn't give him $5 billion to begin construction on his border wall:

K-Pop band member quits as label denies sexual misconduct accusations

A K-Pop band has broken ties with one of its members after accusations of sexual misconduct were made against him online.

Sweden's ICEHOTEL opens for 2018/2019

The wintriest of winter getaways is back. As the annual Arctic deep freeze gets underway, Sweden's ICEHOTEL is opening its frosty doors.

Stars pay tribute to the late Chris Farley

Tuesday marked the 21st anniversary of the death of actor Chris Farley, and some of his famous friends paused to remember him.

Judy Gold

.It's sad when someone you grew up with dies -- even if it's a fictional character.

Judy Gold.

Michelle Obama on 2017 inauguration: 'Bye, Felicia

Former first lady Michelle Obama said that as she bid farewell to the White House after President Donald Trump's inauguration in 2017, one thought was clear: "Bye, Felicia!"

US Rep.-elect Dan Crenshaw reaches out to Pete Davidson

Their connection started with a controversy, but US Rep.-elect Dan Crenshaw is offering support to "Saturday Night Live" star Pete Davidson after the comedian shared a troubling Instagram post.

Crenshaw told CNN affiliate KPRC2 Houston he talked to the "SNL" star Sunday.

Why Martha McSally's appointment is a game changer

Although Republican candidate Martha McSally lost the tight Arizona Senate race to Democrat Kyrsten Sinema in the midterms, McSally is still headed for the Senate.

US preparing for 'full' and 'rapid' withdrawal from Syria

Planning is underway for a "full" and "rapid" withdrawal of US troops from Syria, a US defense official told CNN Wednesday.

Advil meets Excedrin; SoftBank IPO; Fed meeting

1. Advil meets Excedrin: GlaxoSmithKline and Pfizer are combining their consumer healthcare businesses in a multibillion-dollar merger.

New evidence has emerged on the killing of members of the Islamic Movement in Nigeria, IMN), better known as Shi’ites, in October.

Nigerians repatriate £3.27b from UK – World Bank

Nigerians living in the United Kingdom sent £3.27 billion back home in 2017, according to a report by the World bank.

Manchester United confirms Solskjaer as caretaker manager

Manchester United has confirmed its former striker Ole Gunnar Solskjaer caretaker manager until the end of the 2018/19 season. He replaces Jose Mourinho who was sacked on Tuesday. Many news sources rightly predicted Solskjaer’s appointment after an inadvertent leak on the club’s website.

Up to 319 people dead as Congo Ebola outbreak worsens

One of the deadliest Ebola outbreaks in history continues to worsen in the Democratic Republic of Congo with as many as 319 people now dead.

India's Modi is entering an election year looking weaker than ever

Ahead of India's general election next year, Prime Minister Narendra Modi is facing an unexpected image problem: he's starting to look weak.

A racist music video released by US rapper Lil Pump on social media has infuriated Chinese musicians over lyrics and gestures perceived as anti-Chinese.

Advil meet Excedrin: Pfizer and GSK are merging their consumer healthcare businesses

GlaxoSmithKline and Pfizer are combining their consumer healthcare businesses in a multibillion-dollar merger.

New Zealand to vote on legalizing marijuana in 2020

.New Zealand may become the first Asia-Pacific country -- and only the third worldwide -- to legalize marijuana.

NYT: Facebook offered big tech firms more user data than previously revealed

Facebook offered more of its users' data to companies including Microsoft and Amazon than it has admitted,

Trump signed letter of intent for Trump Tower Moscow project despite Giuliani insisting he didn't

A newly obtained document shows President Donald Trump signed a letter of intent to move forward with negotiations to build a Trump Tower in Russia, despite his attorney Rudy Giuliani claiming on Sunday the document was never signed.

Michigan court will review Larry Nassar sentencing after claims of bias

One of the most memorable voices from serial sex abuser Larry Nassar's January sentencing was that of Michigan Circuit Court Judge Rosemarie Aquilina.

Elon Musk's first tunnel is finished. Here's what it's like to ride in it

Our Tesla Model X pulled into a small parking lot behind an old kitchen cabinet store and came to a stop on a metal lift. Moments later, Elon Musk's vision for how to beat traffic congestion began to take shape.

Reality deals more blows to Trump's alternative narrative

Almost daily, reality deals another blow to the alternative narrative that President Donald Trump has constructed around his scandal-plagued presidency, campaign and business legacy.

Softbank's mobile unit plunges 15% after second biggest IPO in history

Softbank's blockbuster IPO has flopped in its market debut.

Shares in the Japanese company's mobile telecommunications unit plunged 15% in Tokyo on Wednesday, their first day of trading.

President Trump and Melania, Pence family, unveil official Christmas portraits

The official Christmas portraits for President Trump, first lady Melania Trump and Vice President Pence and second lady Karen Pence have been released.

Florida dad shoots, kills son to save younger son during violent fight over billiards game, police say

A Florida father, faced with a devastating choice, shot and killed his older son in order to save his younger child after the brothers got into a violent fight over a game of pool Sunday, police said.

Saturn is losing its rings quicker than expected, NASA warns

Saturn's rings make it one of the most striking planets in the solar system, but scientists believe they could disappear in less than a 100 million years -- which isn't all that long when you consider that the gas giant itself is more than 4 billion years old.

Grammys considering my album a big deal – Adekunle Gold

Following the consideration of his sophomore album, ‘About 30’, by the organizing committee of Grammy Awards, afro-urban music singer, Adekunle Gold, has said that he is extremely excited for his album to have made the list of albums to be considered for the prestigious international music awards.

Presidency denies receiving petition on Nigerian detained in U. S

The Senior Special Assistant to the President on Foreign Affairs and Diaspora, Mrs Abike Dabiri-Erewa has denied receiving any petition on a Nigerian detained by the U. S. authority.

MANCHESTER UNITED players have been spotted arriving for training after the sacking of Jose Mourinho.

Lionel Messi collected a record fifth Golden Shoe award on Tuesday for finishing last season as the top goal scorer in Europe. The striker scored 34 goals in 68 games for Barcelona, putting him ahead of Liverpool’s Mohamed Salah and Tottenham’s Harry Kane.

Trump accuses Facebook, Twitter, Google of bias

US President Donald Trump took a swipe on Tuesday at America’s tech giants, accusing them of having a liberal bias, and claiming Twitter was making it more difficult to follow his account. “Facebook, Twitter and Google are so biased toward the Dems it is ridiculous!” Trump tweeted.

British troops on standby as government ramps up no-deal Brexit preparations

Britain's defense secretary announced that 3,500 troops will be on standby for a possible no-deal Brexit, as lawmakers said Tuesday that they have ramped up preparations for leaving the European Union without an agreement.

Carmakers say new EU emissions targets are 'totally unrealistic

The auto industry is pushing back on new EU targets that would slash carbon emissions produced by cars and vans.

In reversal, White House shifts border wall funding demands, wants to avoid shutdown

White House press secretary Sarah Sanders suggested Tuesday that the White House has found an alternative way to get its requested $5 billion in funding for a US-Mexico border wall, marking a reversal from President Donald Trump's previous position.

Trump Foundation agrees to dissolve under court supervision

The Donald J. Trump Foundation has agreed to dissolve under judicial supervision amid an ongoing lawsuit concerning its finances, according to a document filed Tuesday in Manhattan Supreme Court by the New York state Attorney General's office.

Netanyahu's son banned temporarily from Facebook over 'hate speech

Facebook has restored the account of Yair Netanyahu, the eldest son of Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, after it was temporarily suspended for "hate speech" over a series of posts targeting Muslims and Palestinians.

Trump orders creation of US Space Command

President Donald Trump ordered the creation of "Space Command" on Tuesday, a move the administration is labeling a precursor to creating a US Space Force.

Sen. Lamar Alexander will not seek re-election in 2020

Republican Sen. Lamar Alexander announced Monday that he will not seek another term.

Corporate America gives out a record $1 trillion in stock buybacks

Corporate America celebrated the first full year under the new tax law by rolling out a record-setting $1 trillion of stock buybacks.

Lincoln Continental brings back 'suicide doors

Lincoln is bringing back its iconic "suicide doors." A special limited-edition version of the big Lincoln Continental will have back doors that are hinged at the rear rather than the front.

The real problem with the American auto industry

Auto sales are close to a record high in the United States, yet the American auto industry is in the midst of a massive upheaval.

Dow falls as stormy December on Wall Street continues

The US stock market sank deeper into the red following sluggish economic reports on Monday and bad news from a couple of blue chip giants.

Theresa May sets date for vote on Brexit deal, rejects second referendum

British Prime Minister Theresa May told the House of Commons on Monday that Parliament's delayed vote on her Brexit deal will be held the week beginning January 14, 2019.

VanCamp and Josh Bowman have tied the knot.

The former "Revenge" co-stars became husband and wife in a ceremony that took place over the weekend. VanCamp shared photos from the day on her Instagram account.

Ex-Flynn business associates charged with trying to influence US politicians in Turkish lobbying case

Two former business associates of former national security adviser Michael Flynn were charged with trying to influence American politicians to seek the extradition of a Turkish cleric, according to an indictment filed in the Eastern District of Virginia.

Trump slams Russia probe in face of new reality

A frenzied year in Washington is going out with a roar as the political forces that combined to make the first half of President Donald Trump's mandate so turbulent come to a head in a hugely consequential run-up to the holidays.

Russians sought to recruit 'assets' through social media, Senate told

The Senate Intelligence Committee is set to release two reports on Monday detailing the breadth of the Russian social media campaign to sow discord in the United States.

Hopes fade for 13 miners trapped in flooded Indian coal pit

Hope has all but faded for 13 miners trapped deep underground four days ago when an illegal “rat hole” coal-pit flooded in remote northeastern India.

Washington is now five days away from a partial government shutdown

Time is running out with just five days to go before funding expires for several key federal agencies and no deal in sight to avert a partial government shutdown.

Google's $1B NYC investment shows it's looking past Silicon Valley for growth

Big Tech's expansion outside of Silicon Valley continues: Google announced Monday it will invest more than $1 billion to double its workforce in New York City.

UEFA Champions League last 16 fixtures

Liverpool to face Bayern Munich in Champions League last 16.

ACTIVITIES at the National Assembly have been paralyzed and grounded as the staff under the aegis of Parliamentary Staff Association of Nigeria (PASAN) today, Monday, made good their threat to embark on a four-day strike.

26-year-old popular Nigerian musician, Mr David Adeleke, also called Davido, is gradually sliding into politics as he names Rivers state Governor, Nyesom Wike, as his Godfather.

TEN more opposition political parties, Monday,joined about 45 others operating under the aegis of Coalition of United Political Parties, CUPP,to work together towards removing President Muhammadu Buhari and his All Progressives Congress-led government in next year’s general election.

Trump slams Russia probe in face of new reality

Malaysia files charges against Goldman Sachs over 1MDB scandal

Malaysia has filed criminal charges against Goldman Sachs over its dealings with scandal-hit investment fund 1MDB.

The US investment bank and four individuals — two of them former Goldman employees — are accused of "grave violations" of Malaysia's securities laws, Attorney General Tommy Thomas said in a statement Monday.

Saudi Arabia rebukes US Senate resolution condemning Saudi crown prince for Khashoggi murder

Saudi Arabia's Ministry of Foreign Affairs rebuked a resolution passed by the United States Senate condemning Saudi Arabia's Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman for the murder of journalist Jamal Khashoggi.

"The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia rejects the position expressed recently by the United States Senate, which was based upon unsubstantiated claims and allegations, and contained blatant interferences in the Kingdom's internal affairs, undermining the Kingdom's regional and international role," the Saudi ministry said in the statement, posted on Twitter Sunday evening.

Silicon Valley may have done 'bare minimum' to help Russia investigation, Senate Intel Committee told

The Senate Intelligence Committee has been advised that social media companies might have provided the "bare minimum" amount of data to aid the panel's investigation into Russian meddling in the 2016 presidential election, according to a person familiar with a report commissioned by the committee.

Explosion near pub in Sapporo, Japan injures dozens

An explosion near a pub in the northern Japanese city of Sapporo on Sunday night injured at least 42 people, including one critically, said Hokkaido Police public relations officer Ryohei Kashihara.

Detention of 100 Christians raises concerns about religious crackdown in China

A Prominent Chinese Pastor and legal scholar is one of 100 detained by authorities after he was allegedly arrested on allegations of "Inciting subversion of state power"

Brexit impasse: Theresa May blasts calls for second referendum

British Prime Minister Theresa May will firmly reject a second Brexit referendum in her address to Parliament on Monday, as pressure for new vote grows both inside and outside a bitterly divided Westminster.

Friday, 14 December 2018

Federal judge in Texas strikes down Affordable Care Act

A federal judge in Texas said on Friday that the affordable Care Act's individual coverage mandate is unconstitutional and that the rest of the law cannot stand.

Wizkid's 'Fever', Olamide's 'Motigbana', Davido 'Assurance' Makes the list of most searched songs on google Nigeria 2018.

Brits will have to pay to enter Europe after Brexit

In post-Brexit Britain, trips to the European Union will get a little more expensive for millions of brits in search of a continental break.

Mick Mulvaney, the director of the office of management and budget, will become the acting White house Chief of staff, replacing John Kelly, President Donald Trump announced on Friday.

Just before the Christmas season gets hectic with an array of ticketed events, a free back to the 90s themed party was organized by MTV Base and refreshed by coca-cola with airport from tecno mobile.

Having held sway as the most viewed Nigerian music video on YouTube, Uemi Alade's 'Johnny' has finally succumbed to the challenge from Davido's 'Fall' Video.

Contrary to speculations that Tekno might be away during the festive period as a result of his vocal cords ailments, the singer's management has come out to the air.

The Presidential candidate for the Social Democratic Party (SDP), Professor Jerry Gana, has said everything legitimate would be done to ensure the defeat of President Mohammed Buhari in the 2019 presidential election.

The National Bureau Of Statistic (NBS), says the Consumer Price Index (CPI), which measured inflation increase to 11.28% (year-on-year) in November from 11.26% in October.

No-deal Brexit looks likelier than ever after May's summit humiliation

Once again the EU as sent Theresa May home with nothing.
European Union leaders rejected outright the British Prime Minister's last ditch attempt to save her embattled Brexit deal, all but killing ant hope of a parliamentary breakthrough in London and delivering a devastating blow to her authority .

American student stabbed to death in the Netherlands, police say

A 21 years old American student was stabbed to death in Rotterdam, allegedly by her roommate, police confirmed Friday.

Janet Jackson confirms induction into 2019 Rock & Roll Hall of Fame

Pop Icon, Janet Jackson has confirmed her induction into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame 2019.

My baby Daddy and I are not suitable–Linda Ikeja

Controversial blogger Linda Ikeja says her and her baby daddy sholaye Jeremi are not suitable partners.

Former Juventus chief executive Marotta joins Inter Milan

Former Juventus chief executive Giuseppe Marotta, whose astute transfer dealings helped the Turin team win seven successive Serie A title, joined their great rivals Inter Milan on Thursday.

Ndidi, Leicester boss offered troubled Iheanacho support

Leicester city coach, Claude Puel and defender, Wilfred Ndidi have backed struggling Kelechi Iheanacho to overcome the difficulties he is facing.

13-day-old baby stolen from beside sleeping mother in ondo

There was palpable fear in Uro quaters, Ajowa Akoko in Akoko North-West council area in Ondo state as a 13 day old baby was stolen from a sleeping mother by suspected ritualists.

HUAWEI Y9 2019, the newly launched smartphone with FullView Display and Quad Cameras

Leading smartphone brand, Huawei Technologies deliver yet another innovative smartphone, The Huawei Y9 2019.

Isabella Rodriguez: Beauty queen from slum is crowned Miss Venezuela

The new Miss Venezuela in a country that loves this kind of pageant is Isabella Rodriguez, 25, from a Caracas shantytown called Petare --- home to well over half a million people.

Virgin Galactic's supersonic plane reaches space

Virgin Galactic's supersonic space plane soared into the upper reaches of the earth atmosphere Thursday for milestone test flight. It indicate the company is not to far off from sending tourist to space.

California proposes a plan to tax text messages

California regulators wants to tax text messages to increase funds for programs that bring connectivity to underserved residents.

Senate rebukes Trump, condemns Saudi crown prince for Khashoggi murder

The Senate on Thursday passed a resolution commending Saudi Arabia's crown prince Mohammed Bin Salman for the murder of journalist Jamal khashoggi, ratcheting up pressure on President Donal Trump who as aligned himself with the Saudi kingdom in the aftermath of the brutal killing.

Bomb threats emailed to multiple locations across the country

Dozens of businesses and institutions across the United State and Canada received email threats Thursday afternoon, prompting evacuations and sweeps of buildings.

Approve FOI in Lagos, Agbaje dares APC

The Governorship candidate of the People Democratic Party in Lagos State, Mr Jimi Agbaje has challenged the All Progressives Congress-led government in the state to domesticate the freedom of information Act which was sign into law by President Goodluck Jonathan in 2011.

Apple to build $1bn campus in Texas

Apple on Thursday announced it will build $1 billion Campus in Taxes as part of the nationwide expansion.

Ezekwesili promises to reduce poverty if elected

Dr Obiageli Ezekwesili, the Presidential candidate of Allied Congress Party of Nigeria has promised to reduce poverty to the barest level in the country if elected in 2019.

US seeks end to UN Africa missions not bringing ‘lasting peace

The United States will an end to UN peacekeeping missions in Africa that do not bring long-term peace.

Canada warns Trump administration against politicizing Chinese executive's arrest

Canada issued a stern warning to President Donald Trump on Wednesday: don't use the arrest of Chinese executive as a bargaining chip in trade talk.

Aregbesola, others reconcile APC factions in A-Ibom

Former Governor of Osun state Rauf Aregbesola, has commended aggrieved member of All Progressive Congress, APC, who lost out in the last primaries for not decamping to the opposition parties in Akwa Ibom state.

NIC orders UNIBEN to reinstate retired staff

National Industrial Court, NIC, sitting in Akure, Ondo state, has declared as null and void the letter of compulsory retirement dated June 23, 2016 but with effect from June 8, 2016 issued to Mr Vincent Omosigho by the authorities of the University of Benin.

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