ALERT #8 ON TROPICAL STORM CRISTOBAL
ALERT #8 ON TROPICAL STORM CRISTOBAL ISSUED BY THE BAHAMAS DEPARTMENT OF METEOROLOGY SUNDAY 24TH AUGUST 2014 AT 3PM EDT.
…..CRISTOBAL IS MOVING SLOWLY NORTHWARD.…
A TROPICAL STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FOR THE CENTRAL AND SOUTHEAST BAHAMAS WHICH INCLUDES ACKLINS, CROOKED ISLAND, LONG CAY, RAGGED ISLAND, MAYAGUANA , INAGUA, CAT ISLAND, THE EXUMAS, LONG ISLAND, RUM CAY AND SAN SALVADOR.
A TROPICAL STORM WARNING IS ALSO IN EFFECT FOR THE TURKS AND CAICOS ISLANDS.
RESIDENTS IN THE NORTHWEST BAHAMAS SHOULD CONTINUE TO MONITOR THE PROGRESS OF CRISTOBAL AS A TROPICAL STORM WATCH MAY BE REQUIRED LATER TODAY.
A TROPICAL STORM WARNING MEANS THAT TROPICAL STORM CONDITIONS ARE EXPECTED SOMEWHERE WITHIN THE WARNING AREA…..IN THIS CASE WITHIN THE NEXT 24 HOURS.
AT 2PM EDT THE CENTER OF TROPICAL STORM CRISTABOL WAS LOCATED NEAR LATITUDE 24.2 DEGREES NORTH AND LONGITUDE 72.9 DEGREES WEST OR ABOUT 145 MILES EAST-NORTHEAST OF LONG ISLAND, ABOUT 185 MILES EAST OF GREAT EXUMA AND 285 MILES SOUTHEAST OF NASSAU.
TROPICAL STORM CRISTOBAL IS MOVING TOWARD THE NORTH NEAR 7 MILES PER HOUR. A MOTION TOWARD THE NORTH OR NORTH-NORTHWEST WITH A DECREASE IN FORWARD SPEED IS EXPECTED OVER THE NEXT COUPLE OF DAYS. ON THE FORECAST TRACK THE CENTER OF CRISTOBAL WILL PASS NEAR OR TO THE EAST OF THE CENTRAL BAHAMAS THROUGH MONDAY.
MAXIMUM SUSTAINED WINDS ARE NEAR 45 MILES PER HOUR WITH HIGHER GUSTS. SOME STRENGTHENING IS FORECAST DURING THE NEXT 48 HOURS.
CRISTOBAL IS EXPECTED TO PRODUCE RAINFALL TOTALS OF 4 TO 8 INCHES OVER THE TURKS AND CAICOS, THE SOUTHEAST AND CENTRAL BAHAMAS THROUGH TUESDAY.
RESIDENTS IN THE MENTIONED ISLANDS SHOULD HAVE COMPLETED ALL THE NECESSAY PREPARATION TO PROTECT LIFE AND PROPERTY PRIMARILY FROM FLOODING IN FLOOD PRONE AREAS AND WINDS OF UP TO TROPICAL STORM FORCE. SMALL BOATERS IN THE WARNING AREAS SHOULD REMAIN IN PORT.
THE NEXT ALERT ON TROPICAL STORM CRISTOBAL WILL BE ISSUED AT 6 PM EDT.
Tom Cruise in Vienna State Opera House for 'Mission: Impossible V'
"Mission: Impossible V" has started production in Vienna, Austria. Tom Cruise who returns to play Ethan Hunt recently hit the set, preparing to film a dangerous stunt at the Vienna Opera House. The actor was seen scaling the roof of the building with a long rope.
The sequel to "Mission: Impossible Ghost Protocol" is scheduled for December 25, 2015. Simon Pegg, Jeremy Renner and Ving Rhames are confirmed to reprise their respective roles. They are joined by new cast members Rebecca Ferguson (II) and Alec Baldwin.
Christopher McQuarrie ("Jack Reacher") will direct the film from the script penned by Drew Pearce ("Iron Man 3"). After invading Vienna, the crew will head to London, U.K. for the next shooting. Recently, Cruise and McQuarrie teamed up for the ALS Ice Bucket Challenge that Hugh Jackman challenged them on from the set of "Pan".
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Nicki Minaj's 'Anaconda' Music Video Breaks Vevo Record
Nicki Minaj's "Anaconda" music video has officially broken Vevo's record for the most views in 24 hours. It's announced on Friday, August 22 that the twerk-filled clip racked up 19.6 million clicks on the first day of its release, besting the 19.3 million views by previous record holder Miley Cyrus' "Wrecking Ball".
After learning of the news, Minaj shared her excitement on Instagram, writing, "WE BROKE THE RECORD BABY!!!!! Anaconda Video 19.6 million views in 24 hrs!!!!" The much-discussed clip, which also features a cameo from Drake, has so far been played more than 43 million times on Vevo.
This is not Minaj's first time to have set the single-day watch record. In October 2012, her collaboration with Justin Bieber "Beauty and a Beat" broke the record with 10.6 million video views. In January 2012, her "Stupid Hoe" clip scored 4.8 million plays.
"Anaconda" is the latest single off Minaj's "The Pink Print" album. She'll perform the song live during the 2014 MTV Video Music Awards on Sunday, August 24 after kicking off the event with "Bang Bang", her collaboration with Jessie J and Ariana Grande.
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Jennifer Lopez on Relationship: 'I Would Get Married Again'
Jennifer Lopez says she likes being in a relationship and will get married for the fourth time despite her previous divorces. The singer made the comments as she appeared in a Thursday, August 21 episode of "Chelsea Lately" where she talked about her love life with Chelsea Handler.
"I would get married again," she told the show's host. "I like being in a relationship, I do. I'm not one to whore around, that's not my thing." The two went on talking about Lopez's preference in dating. When asked if she had dated older guy, the mother of two explained, "I date mostly my age, but then I dated one younger guy. I dated Beau, that was my last relationship."
The "American Idol" judge and her boyfriend Casper Smart split earlier this years after two and a half years of dating. Speculations whether the two are going back together emerged after the former lovers were seen in a BMW convertible while sporting matching topknots on August 18.
"Casper was driving and J.Lo was in the passenger seat. They had the music on loud and were both grooving to the music and laughing together," a source told Us Weekly. When the "Same Girl" hitmaker noticed the paparazzi, she "was sliding down as low as she could in her seat so she wouldn't be seen. Casper put the top up and then they went back to her house."
Another source claimed that Lopez and the dancer still have feelings for each other. "They still have a lot of love for each other and are incredibly close. It doesn't surprise me to hear they are hanging out and having fun," the source explained.
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Suge Knight Shot At Chris Brown’s Pre-VMA Party
Suge Knight, the former head of Death Row Records, was shot last night at a pre-VMA party for Chris Brown.
The incident happened early morning Sunday (August 24) at 10AK club in :Los Angeles. The former mogul was shot twice and is currently in surgery, according to TMZ. Major stars like Young Jeezy, Lil’ Twist, The Game, Richard Simmons, Tyson Beckford and others were in attendance.
Suge was able to walk out of the club on his own strength after being shot until he was transported to the hospital.
A source with AllHipHop said that Suge already out of surgery, despite the seeming attempt on his life.
“Yeah, he was shot at a club here in LA, but is fine he walk out of the club,” the source said, “He just got out of surgery.”
Chris Brown tweeted about the incident later in the night.
The singer said, It’s disappointing that we as a society can’t have fun or enjoy ourselves without any altercations sometimes. Miss me with the bull****!!!”
This isn’t the last time Suge has been shot.
He was hit in the leg in 2005 at another pre-VMA party for Kanye West.
The motive for the shooting was not immediately known.
Source-Allhiphop
Man Killed At Wiz Khalifa Show
A man was fatally shot after the conclusion of a Wiz Khalifa concert on Saturday night, according to published reports.
A 38-year-concert attendee was shot several times at the Shoreline Amphitheater shortly after Wiz, Jeezy and other entertainers had performed. Police have not arrested a suspect at press time.
Violence is never the answer. My prayers go out to the victim’s family,” Wiz said via Twitter.
The victim was rushed to the hospital, where he was pronounced dead.
The “Under The Influence” tour will continue Sunday in Irvine, California.
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Ludacris, Lil Wayne Among Big Winners At 2014 BMI R&B/Hip-Hop Awards
Rapper/actor Ludacris was the recipient of Broadcast Music, Inc’s President’s Award at the songwriting/publishing organization’s annual award show.
The event took place on (August 22) at the Pantages Theatre in Los Angeles.
Luda was honored with the award for his outstanding achievement in songwriting and his profound global influence on culture and the entertainment industry. The Atlanta-based entertainer also performed a medley of his hits that included “Fantasy,” “How Low Can You Go,” “Southern Hospitality,” “Area Codes,” and “Yeah.”
The Chicken-N-Beer creator was joined by special guest Mystikal as well. Other artists that performed during the evening included Tamar Braxton, DJ Mustard, YG, TeeFlii, and DJ Goofy.
Some of the other big winners of the night included Macklemore & Ryan Lewis’ “Can’t Hold Us” for Song of the Year. Lil Wayne earned Songwriter of the Year for his hits like “Ball,” “Bandz A Make Her Dance,” “Beware,” “Love Me,” “No Worries,” and “Pop That.” DJ Mustard won the award for Producer of the Year.
Rising star Zendaya’s fans helped her take home the BMI Social Star Award. Supporters of the 17-year-old singer voted on Twitter to give the Disney Channel regular the award for the R&B/Hip Hop songwriter who has best demonstrated the power of social media to showcase their songwriting talents.
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Sir Cliff Richard interviewed by police over assault claim
Sir Cliff Richard has been interviewed under caution in connection with an alleged historical sexual offence, South Yorkshire Police has said.
Sir Cliff met officers by appointment and was not arrested or charged.
It comes after police searched his home in Sunningdale, Berkshire, on 14 August as part of their investigation.
The veteran pop star denies the alleged offence, saying the claim of an assault at a religious event in Sheffield in 1985 is "completely false".
South Yorkshire Police confirmed it had spoken to a 73-year-old man.
A police spokesman said: "The man was interviewed under caution but was not arrested. He entered South Yorkshire Police premises by arrangement."
A spokesman for Sir Cliff said: "Today Sir Cliff Richard voluntarily met with and was interviewed by members of South Yorkshire Police. He was not arrested or charged.
"He co-operated fully with officers and answered the questions put to him.
"Other than restating that this allegation is completely false and that he will continue to co-operate fully with the police, it would not be appropriate for Sir Cliff to say anything further at this time."
Source-BBC
John Lennon killer denied parole for eighth time
Authorities in New York have denied parole to the man who shot dead musician John Lennon in 1980 for the eighth time.
Mark Chapman was sentenced to 20 years to life in 1981 after pleading guilty to second-degree murder.
Chapman, now 59, shot Lennon four times outside a Manhattan apartment block.
The parole board said the murder of the famous British musician and former member of The Beatles "devastated a family and those who loved the victim".
"Your release would be incompatible with the welfare of society and would so deprecate the serious nature of the crime as to undermine respect for the law," the board said.
Chapman can reapply for parole in two years.
Fed chief Yellen says slack remains in US jobs market
US Federal Reserve chair Janet Yellen has said there is still "remaining slack in the labour market".
It was understated by the unemployment rate, at 6%, she said.
She called for the slack to be "more nuanced" in the way it was assessed, due to "considerable uncertainty" about the level of employment.
Speaking to an annual Fed conference in the mountain resort of Jackson Hole, Wyoming, she also remained relaxed about the low interest rate policy.
Ms Yellen said the "underutilisation of labour resources" still "remained significant" to the US economy.
If inflation went up more rapidly than expected, she said, increases in the federal funds rate target could "come sooner" than expected and "could be more rapid thereafter".
'Deliberately vague'
But she added: "Of course, if economic performance turns out to be disappointing and progress toward our goals proceeds more slowly than we expect, then the future path of interest rates likely would be more accommodative than we currently anticipate."
Luke Bartholomew, manager at Aberdeen Asset Management Investment, said Ms Yellen was being "deliberately vague" by telling the market "nothing to see here".
"Unfortunately that's just making markets more desperate for answers," he added. "Her strategy is probably to deliberately underwhelm.
"She's saying the Fed might raise rates soon but then again might not. That kind of vagueness suits her because it leaves options open."
He said there was "some hint" she was still concerned about the labour market.
"Which is good because one of the biggest questions about the US economy is just how many of the long term unemployed will ever return to the labour market.
"The fear is that no one, least of all Janet Yellen, knows the answer," he added.
Source-BBC