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Trailers from “Tradition is a Temple,” New 90 Minute Documentary About New Orleans Music

• January 9, 2011 • Comments Off

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New Year’s Songs: Harry Connick, “What Are You Doing New Year’s Eve?”

• December 28, 2010 • Comments Off

Posted in Celebrities/Royals, Class, Cultural History, Harry Connick Jr., Holidays, Love, Music, Sexuality
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NOLA Native Harry Connick Doesn’t Like Blackface Humor

• October 8, 2009 • 2 Comments

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Trump Reverses Navy Decision to Oust Edward Gallagher From SEALs November 22, 2019
The president said Chief Petty Officer Gallagher, who has been at the center of a high-profile war crimes case, would not lose his membership in the elite commando force.
Trump’s NOAA Pick, Barry Myers, Asks to Withdraw Nomination November 22, 2019
Mr. Myers, whose nomination had stalled in the Senate, said medical issues made leading the agency “impractical.” Some Democrats had questioned his ties to a family-run private forecasting company.
Virus Outbreak Closes Colorado Schools for More Than 20,000 Students November 22, 2019
The “extremely contagious” virus forced a school district to close all of its schools for the first time, officials said.
As Rents Outrun Pay, California Families Live on a Knife’s Edge November 21, 2019
The state’s severe housing shortage is driving up rents, leaving many lower-income families struggling to stay in neighborhoods they once could afford.
Catherine Pugh, Former Baltimore Mayor, Pleads Guilty in Children’s Book Fraud November 21, 2019
Ms. Pugh, who was accused of federal crimes, resigned as mayor earlier this year. She could face decades in prison.
Nine Face Hazing-Related Charges in Death of Ohio University Student November 20, 2019
Two people face involuntary manslaughter charges and one is charged with reckless homicide in the November 2018 death of Collin Wiant, who died after inhaling nitrous oxide.
Border Patrol Agent Who Hit Migrant With Truck Is Sentenced to Probation November 21, 2019
In a text message to another agent, Matthew Bowen referred to immigrants as “murdering savages” and “subhuman,” court documents showed.
As Admiral Moved to Expel a Navy SEAL, He Kept an Eye on Trump November 21, 2019
The commander of the Navy SEALs began the process that could eject Chief Petty Officer Edward Gallagher from the force after the White House did not push back, Navy officials said.

The Guardian, UK

Fiona Hill: stop ‘fictional narrative’ of Ukraine meddling in US election November 21, 2019
Former expert on Russia attacked debunked conspiracy theory used to defend Trump against allegations of briberyImpeachment hearings – live updatesRepublicans loyal to Donald Trump must stop pushing the “fictional narrative” that Ukraine interfered in the 2016 presidential election because it plays into Vladimir Putin’s hands, the White House’s former top exp […]
Israeli PM Benjamin Netanyahu indicted for bribery and fraud November 21, 2019
Attorney general announces charges as crisis deepens for longest-serving leaderIsrael’s attorney general has indicted Benjamin Netanyahu for bribery, fraud and breach of trust, in a damning blow to the prime minister as he fights for his political survival.Avichai Mandelblit charged the 70-year-old leader on Thursday in all three major corruption cases for w […]
How Hong Kong's local elections have become a proxy vote on the protests November 22, 2019
This weekend the government and protest movement claims of public support will be put to the test at the polling boothThis Sunday Hong Kong holds district council elections. Normally a sleepy affair with low turnout, this year they have become a focus of intense interest.Nearly six months of protests have upended daily life, and the poll is expected to serve […]
New Zealand v England: first Test, day two – live! November 22, 2019
Live updates from second day’s play at the Bay OvalAustralia v Pakistan – live coverage of the first Test!Feel free to email Tanya or tweet @tjaldred 3.27am GMT 22nd over: New Zealand 67-1 (Raval 15, Williamson 35) Williamson takes a risk! He drives uppishly, through the vacant fourth slip area, absolutely not completely in control. Rory Burns runs up to fil […]
Victoria's Secret cancels annual televised fashion show as viewers turn off November 22, 2019
‘Evolution’ of marketing strategy comes as audiences for the runway show have slumped The annual Victoria’s Secret televised fashion show, known for its jewel-encrusted bras and supermodels sporting angel wings, will not be held this holiday season, according to an announcement by parent company L Brands Inc.The official confirmation comes months after Shani […]
Clashes in Colombia as hundreds of thousands protest against government November 21, 2019
Teargas fired in Bogotá as protesters battle riot policeDemonstrators show support for historic peace accordHundreds of thousands of Colombians have taken to the streets in a show of support for the country’s embattled peace process with leftist rebels – and to protest against its deeply unpopular government.Pensioners, students, teachers and union members j […]
More than 80% of adolescents not active enough, warns WHO November 21, 2019
Sedentary lifestyles focused on screens are jeopardising health, says World Health Organization More than 80% of adolescents worldwide are not active enough, putting their health at risk by sitting focused on a screen rather than running about, say World Health Organization (WHO) researchers.The proportion of insufficiently active girls in 27 countries rose […]
Jeremy Corbyn urges public to vote for 'manifesto of hope' November 21, 2019
‘Investment blitz’ promised as experts taken aback by scale of Labour’s tax and spend plansLatest election news – live updatesJeremy Corbyn has urged the public to vote for his “manifesto of hope” as he unveiled plans for the most dramatic increase in tax and spending in more than half a century if Labour wins power next month’s general election.In an upbeat […]

The BBC

Impeachment inquiry: Trump 'promoted discredited Ukraine theory' November 21, 2019
Ex-adviser Fiona Hill says he ignored advisers who said Russia had meddled in the 2016 election.
Benjamin Netanyahu: Israel PM defiant in face of 'coup' November 22, 2019
The prime minister has been charged with bribery, fraud and breach of trust.
Russia bans sale of gadgets without Russian-made software November 21, 2019
Supporters say the law on new sales promotes Russian technology but there are concerns about surveillance.
Outrage in Pakistan after feminism panel includes no women November 22, 2019
Pakistan's Arts Council backtracks after it's derided for inviting a men-only panel on feminism.
Russians under threat over video about gay man November 22, 2019
A criminal investigation is opened over a video where children ask a gay man about his life and sexuality.
Amnesty International: Chile using violence as a deterrent November 21, 2019
The human rights group says the security forces are using violence is to discourage further protests.
OneCoin lawyer found guilty in 'crypto-scam' November 21, 2019
A US jury has found that Mark Scott illegally routed approximately $400m (£310m) out of the US.
Motorcycle taxi drivers storm Indonesia hospital to get baby's body November 22, 2019
The group have defended their actions as "humanitarian" after the body was held over unpaid bills.