The fired Atlanta Police officer who shot and killed Rayshard Brooks in a Wendy’s parking lot last summer has been reinstated by the Atlanta Civil Service Board. Officer Garrett Rolfe still faces murder charges in the killing of Brooks. The review board released its decision Wednesday, stating: “Due to the City’s failure to comply with several …
Monthly Archives: May 2021
HBO gives first look at ‘Game of Thrones’ prequel ‘House of the Dragon’
HBO is giving viewers a glimpse of the new Game of Thrones prequel House of the Dragon, sharing first-look photos for the series One of the pictures shows Emma D’Arcy and Matt Smith in character as Princess Rhaenyra Targaryen and Prince Daemon Targaryen. Another image features Steve Toussaint as Lord Corlys Velaryon, aka the Sea Snake. The third photo …
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ABC’s ‘Big Sky’ renewed for Season 2
ABC confirmed on Twitter that it has renewed the crime drama Big Sky for a second season. “There are more mysteries to solve out there under the #BigSky with Season 2!” the post reads. Big Sky premiered in November and is in the midst of its first season. ABC said the show was the fall’s number one new series in total viewers and …
Legal team for Derek Chauvin allege jury misconduct, request new trial
The legal team for former Minneapolis police officer Derek Chauvin has filed a motion in a Minneapolis court requesting a new trial on multiple grounds, including jury misconduct. Chauvin was convicted of murdering George Floyd last month. Chauvin’s attorney says the former officer should have a new trial in the “interests of justice; abuse of …
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President Biden aims for 70% of American adults vaccinated by July 4
On Tuesday, President Biden set a new vaccination goal to deliver at least one dose to 70% of adult Americans by the 4th of July. The new goal comes as demand for vaccines has dropped off markedly nationwide, with some states leaving more than half their vaccine doses unused. Biden is calling for states to …
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Conan O’Brien to host the final episode of ‘Conan’ on June 24
Conan O’Brien has announced that the final episode of his TBS late night show Conan, will air on June 24. The comedian said that over the next two months, Conan will feature special guests and look back at the past 11 years of the show WarnerMedia confirmed in November that Conan would be ending in …
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Pink to receive Icon Award at the 2021 Billboard Music Awards
The Billboard Music Awards announced on Tuesday that Pink will perform and receive the Icon Award at the awards ceremony on May 23. Previous Icon Award recipients include Garth Brooks, Mariah Carey, Janet Jackson, Jennifer Lopez, Prince, Stevie Wonder and Neil Diamond. The Icon Award “recognizes outstanding artists who have achieved excellence on the Billboard charts and have …
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Bill and Melinda Gates announce their divorce after 27 years of marriage
On Monday, Bill and Melinda Gates shared a joint statement on Twitter, announcing their divorce: “After a great deal of thought and a lot of work on our relationship, we have made the decision to end our marriage. Over the last 27 years, we have raised three incredible children and built a foundation that works …
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NY Governor Cuomo announces capacity limits to be lifted on May 19; Broadway, museums can reopen
New York Governor Andrew Cuomo announced on Monday that capacity restrictions in New York City will be lifted on May 19, which will include Broadway theaters. Restaurants, museums, movie theaters, retail stores and more will also be having their capacity restrictions lifted in New York City on May 19. Though Broadway will be allowed to …
NY Governor Cuomo announces Broadway can reopen starting May 19
New York Governor Andrew Cuomo announced on Monday that capacity restrictions in New York City will be lifted on May 19, which will include Broadway theaters. Restaurants, museums, movie theaters, retail stores and more will also be having their capacity restrictions lifted in New York City on May 19. Though Broadway will be allowed to …
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