Новости за 18.12.2017

Almost 17 million infants worldwide are breathing toxic air, potentially affecting their brain development, according to a UNICEF report published Wednesday. More than two-thirds of the affected infants — over 12 million — live in South Asia and are exposed to pollution six times higher than recommended limits. Particulates in pollution can damage brain tissue and impair cognitive development, the report states, with potential lifelong consequences. Air pollution is one of the biggest threats to child health globally. Читать дальше...

This was supposed to be a chance for Ottawa to steal the spotlight on one of the league’s biggest weekends of the year. With the NHL celebrating its 100th anniversary, Ottawa welcomed the hockey world for the season’s first outdoor game, as well as an alumni game and other events at a beautiful second rink at Parliament Hill. Even with the Senators struggling, this was a chance to put all that aside and let a market that so often plays second fiddle to Montreal or Toronto have its chance to be front and centre for all the right reasons. Читать дальше...

There's going to be a lot of heavy nights out over the next few weeks as the festivities begin. It goes without saying that cooking at home will be a major no-no, especially after the big operation to make dinner on Christmas Day. Takeaways are our weekend (and sometimes when we're very lazy, weekday) friend but more often than not, trying to find what to order can be the biggest delay of the whole process. Deliveroo recently named its top 100 dishes ordered in 2017 from around the world and Dublin has five foods in the top 100 list. Читать дальше...

PROVIDENCE, R.I. (AP) — Lawyers for a man whose 1992 murder conviction was overturned after decades in prison has agreed to enter a plea to end the case. Raymond Tempest's lawyers say their client entered an "Alford plea" on Monday. The plea has the effect of a guilty plea, but he maintains his innocence and will be released from home confinement. Tempest was convicted of second-degree murder in the 1982 death of 22-year-old Doreen Picard. He was sentenced to 85 years in prison but has maintained his innocence. Читать дальше...

Vikings quarterback Teddy Bridgewater (5) smiled at Vikings head coach Mike Zimmer, right, as he returned to the Vikings bench after playing a fourth quarter series that ended with him throwing an interception on his first pass attempt. ] JEFF WHEELER jeff.wheeler@startribune.comThe Minnesota Vikings dominated the Cincinnati Bengals 34-7 to clinch the NFC North title Sunday afternoon, December 17, 2017 at U.S. Bank Stadium in Minneapolis.The morning after each Vikings game, beat writer Ben Goessling... Читать дальше...

The former Today show staff member who recently came out about an alleged in-office affair with Matt Lauer 17 years ago says she wants to empower others who find themselves in a similar situation to make better decisions.

It’s a familiar affair for the Bündchen-Brady’s at Christmas.

Gisele Bündchen and her children, Benjamin, 8, and Vivian Lake, 5, trimmed their Christmas tree with colorful lights and classic ornaments in a photo shared by the supermodel on Instagram.

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“My biggest gift! #family #love” she captions the family picture, which shows Vivian taking care of the higher branches from a step stool... Читать дальше...

Johannesburg - The South African Broadcasting Corporation (SABC) announced on Monday, that an agreement regarding wage negotiations for the 2017/18 financial year had been reached with Communications Workers Union (CWU).

If you're a last-minute holiday shopper, you might be in trouble. 

Apple's Airpods, are in high demand as Christmas approaches. But as of today, most retailers are either sold out of the items or unable to ship them until after Christmas, AppleInsider reports. 

SEE ALSO: AirPods will be even more ubiquitous in 2018, says report

Many retailers are warning that your Airpods order won't arrive until after the holidays. Devices ordered directly from Apple can't be picked up or delivered until Jan. Читать дальше...

TAX AGREEMENT AND SMALL BUSINESSES The Republican agreement on a tax bill gives many small company owners breaks on their business income taxes and allows them to deduct a larger portion of their equipment purchases. But many owners are also losing out on savings including the ability to deduct all of the interest they pay on loans. The agreement includes a potential tax break for business owners who have sole proprietorships, partnerships and companies structured for tax purposes as S corporations;... Читать дальше...

Jerry Richardson announced he would sell the Panthers after allegations of misconduct.

Make no mistake: in addition to seditious attacks on the FBI and Justice Department, Fox News is hell-bound to remind their viewers about Hillary and Obama and every single made-up fake scandal that gets the Old White Party's panties in a twist for the duration of this travesty of a so-called presidency.

During this hectic time of holiday parties, Christmas shopping and untangling those tiny blinking tree lights, it’s important to remember that helping the less fortunate is the true essence of the season.

"This weeks Saturday Selects brings you a raw and uncut look at the making of Jake Petruchik's Kink Intervention Footage! From the streets of the East Coast USA and Barcelona, Spain." -Kink

Barcelona veteran all set to reportedly leave to join Chinese side Valverde must now fill the void left behind by defensive stalwart January transfer window will be perfect opportunity to find immediate solution READ MORE: Barcelona won’t pay €140m for top target, world-class alternative more likely says Spanish football expert Reports claim that Barcelona stalwart Javier […]

Les épiceries ont profité du retrait de la pièce d'un cent, selon une jeune chercheuse de l'Université de la Colombie-Britannique. Une affirmation contestée par l'industrie du commerce alimentaire.

U.S. Navy photo by Erik Hildebrandt

2017 was an unsurprisingly eventful year for the US Navy.

New ships, such as the USS Washington and USS Gerald R. Ford, were commissioned. The USS Fitzgerald and USS John McCain were involved in accidental collisions. Hurricane victims in the mainland US and Puerto Rico were given aid. ISIS and Syrian forces were hit with cruise missile strikes.

These are just a few of the developments and events witnessed by the US Navy this year. With 2017 coming to a close... Читать дальше...

Scientists in Britain have created the worlds smallest Christmas card that can't be seen with the naked eye.

New research reveals the true nature of 'Oumuamua, the cigar-shaped rock that recently visited Earth's solar system.

International watchdog Human Rights Watch says it has discovered new destruction of Rohingya villages during October and November in northern Myanmar. The group identified 40 new villages with building destruction, increasing their previous estimate to a total of 354 Rohingya villages that have been partially or completely destroyed since August 25, 2017.   More than half a million Rohingya have fled to neighboring Bangladesh to escape violence since that date. The group also confirmed Monday... Читать дальше...

The Brazilian goalkeeper has made an immediate impact at the Etihad Stadium between the sticks, but he would relish an opportunity to lose the gloves

Pro skier Julian Carr wants to make sure the country knows how dire the situation is for our planet, by telling everyone during the year’s most-watched broadcast.