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Kim Jong-un invites Xi Jinping to attend the 70th anniversary of North Korea in Pyongyang

Kim Jong Un meets with China's Xi Jinping for third time. [Image courtesy – CBS, YouTube video]

North Korea is planning a ceremony to celebrate its anniversary on September 9 and it is expected to be a memorable experience.

Prabir Ghose

Gaming

New Spider-Man PS4 trailer confirms Scarlet Spider costume, special ability [VIDEO]

The Scarlet Spider suit is added in the 'Spider-Man' PS4 game with its own special ability. - [JorRaptor / YouTube screencap]

In other news, a new page from PlayStation released new information about Spider-Man's villains in the game.

THOGZ

Lifestyle

Father discovers long-lost daughter through home DNA test, reunion on CBS This Morning

John Gonsalves never dreamed that his birthday gift of a DNA test kit would reveal a second daughter. [Image Source: CBSThisMorning - YouTube]

John Gonsalves hoped to dig into his European roots, though he never dreamed that he would find another daughter.

Tresa Patterson

Showbiz & Tv

Deadpool 3 Rumors: David Leitch to return as director, per GWW report

Fans are hoping to see Ryan Reynolds back for a third 'Deadpool' movie. - [TopMovieClips / YouTube screencap]

A new report is suggesting that a third film in the series will have Leitch back at the helm.

Matthew Couden

Sports

Hockey Hall of Famers Dryden & Lindros suggest eliminating head and other body contact

A group of ice hockey players. [Image via PhotoMIX-Company - Pixabay]

Two of the all-time greats have discussed making major safety alterations to the rules help prevent injuries.

Samantha Spencer

World

Croatia: British woman overboard from cruise liner found swimming 10 hours later

British woman lucky ot be alive after falling from cruise ship in Adriatic sea - Image credit - Guardian | RT via DARK MOON | YouTube

A British woman fell overboard off a cruise liner in the Adriatic Sea. She was found alive and still swimming 10 hours later.

Jane Flowers

Curiosities

The mysterious floating ship of death, Ourang Medan, supposedly never existed

The strange case of the Ourang Medan ghost ship | Pinterest ... - pinterest.com

The S.S. Ourang Medan remains one of the most mysterious ghost ships in history.

Marc Hoover

Sports

Urban Meyer learns fate this week, reports say suspension could be 'time served' for lies

Urban Meyer should learn the fate of the Ohio State investigation into his conduct this week. - [Stadium / YouTube screencap]

The Ohio State coach has been on administrative leave during the investigation into statements he made about Zach Smith. His leave could end soon.

Trich

Sports

Significant injuries suffered so far in NFL preseason games include Guice, Jeremy Cash

There have been some devastating injuries so far in the preseason. - [Michael Tipton / Flickr]

A few players, such as Derrius Guice, have seen their season end due to an injury in the preseason.

Ken Kluska

Sports

Ben Simmons says he was 'a little bit' disappointed LeBron James didn't join Sixers

Ben Simmons was 'a little bit' disappointed that LeBron didn't join Philly, but still feels they can compete. - [The Fumble / YouTube screencap]

The 76ers star still believes his team has what it takes to win it all but would've liked LeBron on the roster.

Matthew Couden

Sports

Dez Bryant is correct, he is a scapegoat for the Dallas Cowboys

Dez Bryant looking to put his hands to better use in 2018. - [Keith Allison / Flick]

The Dallas Cowboys version of addition by subtraction is blaming former wideout Dez Bryant, but it just isn't adding up.

Erick Woodell

Showbiz & Tv

Samsung Galaxy Note 9 vs iPhone X: The comparison of high-end smartphones

Samsung's phone packs a 6.4-inch display, while iPhone X has 5.8 inches display.

Sam

Sports

ESPN president Jimmy Pitaro says network won't televise national anthem during broadcasts

The NFL is working with the players association to come up with a new national anthem policy. (image source: CBS Evening News/YouTube)

Pitaro will not have network air the national anthem unless it becomes newsworthy because that's what the fans want.

Tyler Castro

Sports

NBA Trade Rumors: Jeremy Lin tagged as a trade target for Los Angeles Lakers

Should the Los Angeles Lakers pursue Jeremy Lin? / Photo via Gene Wang, Flickr CC

Trading for Jeremy Lin makes sense for the Los Angeles Lakers in the upcoming season.

John Paul

Sports

Nebraska Football: Enunwa takes first steps toward NFL action after thumb injury

Former Husker Quincy Enunwa wants to be a go-to player for the New York Jets, but he has to overcome another injury first.

Trich

Sports

Cincinnati Masters Conclusion: Roger Federer slumps as Novak Djokovic returns to peak

Novak Djokovic beats Federer to clinch his first title in Cincinnati. Photo: screenshot via ATPWorldTour channel on YouTube

The Serb tennis superstar skidded past his older rival in straight sets to capture his first Masters in Ohio.

Christian F.

Showbiz & Tv

Suspense continues over the title of Star Wars Episode IX scheduled for release in 2019

Star Wars: Episode IX - A New Order - TEASER TRAILER - Daisy Ridley, Adam Driver (CONCEPT) [Image courtesy – Ad_edits, YouTube video]

The makers of the next Star Wars movie have yet to finalize the title of Episode IX and fans are waiting for details.

Prabir Ghose

Showbiz & Tv

Candace Cameron Bure becomes a fan of the menstrual cup, admits such in interview

Candace Cameron Bure is excited about the 'Fuller House' Emmy nomination and the menstrual cup. - [Access / YouTube screencap]

The Fuller House and Hallmark Channel star gives the hygiene product her personal stamp of approval.

Tresa Patterson

Showbiz & Tv

Briana DeJesus reveals daughter Stella recently could have died

Teen Mom 2 Star Briana DeJesus - screenshot

The Teen Mom 2 star is being very open about what happened to her daughter.

Mandy Robinson

Sports

Former Nebraska football star Josh Kalu gets a second chance with the Tennessee Titans

Former Nebraska football star Josh Kalu is back with the Tennessee Titans. [Image Source: CFB Film Room - YouTube]

Just a few days after being cut by the NFL team, they've welcomed Kalu back to the roster.

Trich

Sports

Khalil Mack Rumors: Packers, Bears, Jets Las Vegas odds favorites to land star

Khalil Mack is losing millions by holding out. - [USA Today / YouTube screencap]

Mack's odds to return to Oakland are losing steam the closer Week 1 draws near.

Joe Karbousky

Showbiz & Tv

Dragon Ball Super director addresses Vegeta's Beyond Blue form and Jiren's loss

Megumi Ishitani comments on two DBS questions. [image source: Za warudo/YouTube Screenshot]

Megumi Ishitani confirms that Jiren already knew that he was going to lose when Goku proved him wrong.

Saad Waseem

Showbiz & Tv

Avengers' Scarlett Johansson is highest-paid actress, Wonder Woman's Gal Gadot joins list

Playing superhero roles has paid off nicely for Scarlett Johansson and Gal Gadot. - [Super Nerd Video / YouTube screencap]

Johansson continues to profit from her role as Black Widow, while Gadot is doing well with DC.

Matthew Couden

News

Florida: Shooting at Palm Beach Central High School, two adults injured

Shots rang out during a football game in South Florida on Friday. There's no known suspect and one of the injured is critical.

Jane Flowers

Showbiz & Tv

Southern Charm: Thomas Ravenel and Ashley Jacobs rumored relationship breakup

Bravo reality star Thomas Ravenel reportedly broken up with girlfriend, Ashley Jacobs. [Image Source: ShaRA -YouTube]

Controversial Bravo reality star Thomas Ravenel and his girlfriend, Ashley Jacobs reportedly call it quits on their relationship.

Anne Cox

Showbiz & Tv

Denzel Washington On Joining a Marvel or DC Movie: 'We'll see what happens'

Actor Denzel Wasington discussed possibly taking a Marvel or DC role. - [JOE.ie / YouTube screencap]

The award-winning actor isn't ruling out the potential to play a superhero on screen.

Matthew Couden

News

Donald Trump cancels his planned military parade over high costs

Donald Trump discussing military parade with officers. [Image courtesy – YouTube, Time]

The Defense Department has announced that Trump's military parade will not be held in November 2018 but could be shifted to next year.

Prabir Ghose

Showbiz & Tv

Gotham Season 5 Spoilers: Leaked set photos reveal arrival of Batman nemesis Bane

Supervillain Bane may be appearing on the fifth season of FOX series 'Gotham.' - [WatchMOJO.com / YouTube screencap]

The mutant leader has been rumored for the show's final season and new photos may confirm it.

Matthew Couden

Showbiz & Tv

Southern Charm: Reality star Kathryn Dennis is ‘better than ever’ says co-star Cameran

Bravo reality show star Kathryn Dennis has a friend in Cameran Eubanks. - [Image Source: Tv Show Today]

Kathryn has an ally in Cameran Eubanks, who assured fans that her Bravo show castmate is now ‘doing wonderful.’

Anne Cox

Lifestyle

Marine lives at risk in the Gulf Coast due to red tide and green slime algae bloom

Despite red tide, visitors enjoying Anna Maria Island. [Courtesy – Bradenton Herald, YouTube]

Dead fish in thousands have washed up on the beaches of the Gulf Coast in Florida and the stench has impacted on tourism in the region.

Prabir Ghose

Sports

Atlanta Braves announcer's comments about Juan Soto raises questions of race relations

Soto has been names Rookie of the Month in back-to-back months including June and July. [image source: MLB/YouTube]

Joe Simpson has been at the center of controversy due to his on-air comments this season leading to Jeff Passan asking if it's a white mans sport.

Tyler Castro

Sports

Denver Broncos: According to John Elway, the team will not sign Colin Kaepernick

John Elway reportedly wanted Colin Kaepernick to play in Denver. [Image Source: NFL - YouTube]

The Broncos' GM wanted the former Niners star to play in the Mile High City but the deal was never completed.

Joe Karbousky

Sports

WWE SummerSlam 2018 Odds: Ronda Rousey, Roman Reigns among title favorites

Former UFC champion Ronda Rousey is looking to capture her first WWE title at Sunday's 'SummerSlam' PPV. - [WWE / YouTube screencap]

Based on odds, several championships might change hands at Sunday night's (August 19) pro wrestling pay-per-view.

Matthew Couden

Showbiz & Tv

Star Wars Resistance drops its first trailer

The new trailer reveals the first look at ‘Resistance’ animation as well as the October 7 release date.

Michal Warchol

Lifestyle

Los Angeles: Elon Musk announces a 3.6-mile tunnel from Metro Station to Dodgers Stadium

View of the Dodger Stadium field from upper deck. [Image credit – Junkyardsparkle, Wikimedia Commons]

Elon Musk’s Boring Company could ferry passengers from Metro Station to Dodgers Stadium and charge about $1 for the pollution free ride.

Prabir Ghose

Sports

Novak Djokovic becomes the first individual to conquer all Masters 1000 tournaments

An assortment of tennis equipment, much like Djokovic uses. [Image via marijana1 - Pixabay]

The tennis great adds another accomplishment to his very illustrious career with a victory over Roger Federer at the 2018 Cincinnati Masters.

Samantha Spencer

Sports

Redskins to try out running backs Adrian Peterson, Jamaal Charles, and Orleans Darkwa

Orleans Darkwa rushed for a career-high 751 yards last season. [Image Source: Flickr | Andrew Mather]

With the season-ending injury to rookie Derrius Guice, the Redskins need more running back depth.

Ken Kluska

Sports

Notable NFL players released on August 20 include Jon Ryan, Menelik Watson

Jon Ryan and Kai Forbath were among those that received their walking papers on August 20. - [Michael Tipton / Flickr]

Jon Ryan and Menelik Watson are among those who will need to find new NFL jobs.

Ken Kluska

World

Kerala floods worst in a century with more than 370 dead, over 1 million in relief camps

Worst floods in a century kill at least 324 in India's Kerala. [Image courtesy – Euronews (in English), YouTube video]

Incessant rains in the southernmost state of Kerala in India have forced dams to release water resulting in floods and loss of lives and properties.

Prabir Ghose

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