Trendzz Ground: December 2018

Monday 31 December 2018

What Does Winning an Olympic Gold Medal in Curling Do? Crazy Things

By SCOTT CACCIOLA from NYT Sports https://nyti.ms/2GQ1T0V

: Penny Marshall's cause of death revealed

Penny Marshall's cause of death revealed

Penny Marshall’s cause of death has reportedly been revealed a little less than two weeks after her death.

: Snoop Dogg seeks to help rehome dog that was abandoned just before Christmas

Snoop Dogg seeks to help rehome dog that was abandoned just before Christmas

Snoop Dogg has offered an abandoned pup a new home after seeing heartbreaking CCTV footage of it being dumped in the street.

Democrats Agree on Plan to End Government Shutdown Without Wall Funding

By SHERYL GAY STOLBERG from NYT U.S. https://nyti.ms/2Qc6fih

5G Is Coming Next Year. Here’s What You Need to Know.

By DON CLARK from NYT Technology https://nyti.ms/2Qfknr1

A Father Confronts His ‘Spider-Verse’ Problem

By LAWRENCE WARE from NYT Movies https://nyti.ms/2RohFUV

A Father Confronts His ‘Spider-Verse’ Problem

By LAWRENCE WARE from NYT Movies https://nyti.ms/2RohFUV

Stocks Rise as Wall Street’s Terrible 2018 Comes to a Close

By MOHAMMED HADI from NYT Business https://nyti.ms/2Rn6w6J

FOX NEWS: DHS investigates cyberattack which disrupted newspaper delivery for the Los Angeles Time, Chicago Tribune, Baltimore Sun

DHS investigates cyberattack which disrupted newspaper delivery for the Los Angeles Time, Chicago Tribune, Baltimore Sun

Tribune Publishing first detected the presence of malware in its computer systems on Friday and then took steps to fight back, but it was too late and publishing was already disrupted; Matt Finn reports from Chicago.

via FOX NEWS http://bit.ly/2EYUg5R

: Meghan Markle made 'magical' New Year’s resolution before meeting Prince Harry

Meghan Markle made 'magical' New Year’s resolution before meeting Prince Harry

In January 2016, months before she met the love of her life, Meghan Markle made a promise to herself: she wasn't going to make a typical list of New Year's resolutions that she likely wouldn't follow through. Instead, she made a different vow.

: Kevin Spacey to plead not guilty to sexual assault, requests to skip arraignment

Kevin Spacey to plead not guilty to sexual assault, requests to skip arraignment

Kevin Spacey's attorneys filed documents Monday indicating that the actor will plead not guilty to sexual assault, as well as a declaration that he will not appear for his arraignment in the case.

FOX NEWS: Fortnite's Ninja was 2018's most viewed Twitch Channel, hands down

Fortnite's Ninja was 2018's most viewed Twitch Channel, hands down

For gamers, 2018 was the year that Tyler "Ninja" Blevins achieved a level of celebrity rarely seen in the industry up to this point.

via FOX NEWS https://fxn.ws/2QbD9Q8

He Takes to the Stage to Alleviate Fright

By JOHN OTIS from NYT Neediest Cases https://nyti.ms/2s03p6n

What the Heck Is That?

By DEB AMLEN from NYT Crosswords & Games https://nyti.ms/2F2btMu

: Jessie J posts emotional tribute after sudden death of bodyguard: 'We are family'

Jessie J posts emotional tribute after sudden death of bodyguard: 'We are family'

For years, Jessie J's bodyguard Dave stood by her side — watching over her at concerts, movies and late-night walks. On Sunday night, the British singer announced the devastating death of the security guard she considered "family."

: Robin Thicke opens up about his 2018 and what's ahead for him

Robin Thicke opens up about his 2018 and what's ahead for him

Before entertainer Robin Thicke hits the stage this New Year’s Eve, he opens up to Fox News about his 2018 and what 2019 is sure to bring.

: Raiders snag another NFL broadcaster to run team after disappointing season

Raiders snag another NFL broadcaster to run team after disappointing season

Now-former NFL Network analyst and draft expert Mike Mayock will be named the Raisers’ next general manager, according to numerous reports including NFL Network itself.

New Year’s Eve Around the World: Countdown to 2019, in Photos

By THE NEW YORK TIMES from NYT World https://nyti.ms/2EZQIkz

Why Do You Love a L.O.L. Surprise?

By ALLIE JONES from NYT Style https://nyti.ms/2LIApsJ

A Couple With a Glass-Filled House (No Stones, Please)

By WARREN STRUGATCH from NYT Arts https://nyti.ms/2EWc7KF

Louis C.K. Faces New Backlash After Mocking Parkland Shooting Survivors in Leaked Standup Set

: Mel B's mom shares 16th clean drug test, slams ex for alleged abuse

Mel B's mom shares 16th clean drug test, slams ex for alleged abuse

Mel B's mother Andrea Brown has taken to Twitter to share news of her daughter's 16th "clear" drug and alcohol test — asking when the abuse will stop.

At End of a Violent Year, London Police Take No Chances in a Stabbing

By ANNA SCHAVERIEN from NYT World https://nyti.ms/2EZsLsL

Four More N.F.L. Coaches Get the Axe, Including Marvin Lewis

By VICTOR MATHER from NYT Sports https://nyti.ms/2ApjnvD

: Walk off the Earth announces Mike 'Beard Guy' Taylor died of natural causes just before New Year's show

Walk off the Earth announces Mike 'Beard Guy' Taylor died of natural causes just before New Year's show

Mike “Beard Guy” Taylor, a member of the popular band Walk off the Earth died over the weekend, the band announced. The sad news comes just before a scheduled New Year’s show and subsequent tour.

FOX NEWS: Chinese schools enforce 'smart uniforms' with GPS tracking to surveil students

Chinese schools enforce 'smart uniforms' with GPS tracking to surveil students

Ten schools in China have new "intelligent uniforms" that will track students' attendance and whereabouts with embedded computer chips.

via FOX NEWS https://fxn.ws/2SraZT6

Memorial Sloan Kettering’s Season of Turmoil

By KATIE THOMAS and CHARLES ORNSTEIN from NYT Health https://nyti.ms/2EVPHt4

When Doctors Serve on Company Boards

By KATIE THOMAS and CHARLES ORNSTEIN from NYT Health https://nyti.ms/2EVPKoK

Happy New Year!

By SAM SIFTON from NYT Food https://nyti.ms/2VnIojI

: Steve Harvey rings in 2019 from New York City on 'FOX's New Year's Eve with Steve Harvey: Live From Times Square'

Steve Harvey rings in 2019 from New York City on 'FOX's New Year's Eve with Steve Harvey: Live From Times Square'

Musical guests Sting, Snoop Dogg, Florence and The Machine, Jason Aldean and Robin Thicke join Steve Harvey and co-host Maria Menounos live from the Big Apple.

: Kelly Clarkson jokes about holiday weight gain, promises to lose it all by New Year's

Kelly Clarkson jokes about holiday weight gain, promises to lose it all by New Year's

Kelly Clarkson is not immune to the temptations of holiday treats, and she doesn’t care who knows it.

: 'The Conners' star Michael Fishman shares surprising reason he chose legal separation over divorce

'The Conners' star Michael Fishman shares surprising reason he chose legal separation over divorce

Michael Fishman and his estranged wife, Jennifer Briner, are making their split as amicable as possible.

: Fox News stars Kennedy, Pete Hegseth to host ‘All-American New Year’

Fox News stars Kennedy, Pete Hegseth to host ‘All-American New Year’

Fox News Channel’s “All-American New Year” will be co-hosted by Kennedy and Pete Hegseth on Monday night live from Times Square in New York City. FNC’s Griff Jenkins and Carley Shimkus will kick off the festivities at 8 p.m. ET with a two-hour special, “Countdown to All-American New Year” before Kennedy and Hegseth take over at 10 p.m. ET