Pierre Cardin, Designer Who Turned Name Into Brand, Dies at 98

Bloomberg.com - Pierre Cardin, the Parisian designer who forever changed fashion when he broke with French couture houses and offered ready-to-wear clothing in department stores, ultimately transforming his name into a diversified global brand, has died. He was 98.

China's fumble: why Xi Jinping dropped the ball after Donald Trump's US left the global stage

Yahoo! China  Collectively, however, they point to an increasingly confrontational regime quick to lash out at those who cross it, from individual sports teams to multibillion-dollar economies.

Loss of Vegetation Creating a Dangerous Heat Island Over Nairobi

Loss of Vegetation Creating a Dangerous Heat Island Over Nairobi: Kenya's capital city, Nairobi, used to be known as the "Green City in the Sun" for its lush environment. There have been however recently been a lot of changes to Nairobi's land cover - what's on the ground's surface. Most recently, there was uproar over the felling of hundreds of trees to make way for the construction of the Nairobi Expressway. Areas of vegetation around rivers and forested land have declined in the city due to encroachment and infrastructure development, namely roads and buildings. It has been reported that Nairobi city has lost 22% of the city's green spaces cover in the period between 1988 and 2016. Changes in land cover in Nairobi are mainly due to policy changes - such as zoning - that increase the plot area covered by a building relative to the total plot size. For instance, areas close to the central business district that were residential in land use have seen recent conversions to commercial or office space land use., according to The Conversation Africa.

Google scientists reportedly told to make AI look more 'positive' in research papers

 The news follows the departure of AI ethicist Timnit Gebru this month. Cont'd

Hailey Baldwin Elevates Sweats in the Puffiest Vest & 2020’s Biggest Sneaker Trend

Yahoo! News - Hailey Baldwin gave her sweatsuit an elevated twist last night with a little help from a few of 2020’s biggest names.

New Zealand Economy Surges Out of Recession In V-Shaped Recovery

 

Bloomberg - New Zealand’s economy bounced back strongly from recession in the third quarter, achieving a so-called V-shaped recovery as massive fiscal and monetary stimulus fueled consumer spending.

Somalia Severs Diplomatic Ties With Kenya

NYT - Somalia accused its East African neighbor of meddling in its internal affairs, weeks before a crucial general election.

7 Tips from ‘Tidying Up with Marie Kondo’

 If you’re like me, then you first heard of Marie Kondo from “Gilmore Girls: A Year in the Life.” Emily Gilmore adopts the famous KonMari method and ends up in jeans and a t-shirt due to getting rid of almost everything she owns because it does not bring her joy. This is a very loose understanding of Kondo’s signature method to decluttering your home, and one that is explored deeply in her Netflix show, “Tidying Up with Marie Kondo.”

Moderna’s Covid-19 Vaccine: When Could It Be Ready and Everything Else You Need to Know

Wsj.com - Distribution could begin in December if the FDA authorizes it, though it would take well into 2021 for most people to get access

Are you on the list? Biden’s democracy summit spurs anxieties — and skepticism

Yahoo! News - President-elect Joe Biden has promised to host a gathering of the world’s democracies next year, hoping to show that a post-Donald Trump America will be committed to democracy abroad and at home.

COVID-19: Kenya records 1,554 new cases, 599 recoveries and 14 deaths

Citizen TV - The Ministry of Health has announced 1,554 new COVID-19 infections, tested from a sample of 9,389. The new infections push to 81,656, the total number of positive cases confirmed so far; and 870,950, the total number of samples tested.

Passionate and outrageous, Maradona had cult status beyond the pitch

BUENOS AIRES (Reuters) - Diego Maradona had more talent than almost any other footballer in history but his cult status in Argentina and around the world went far beyond the pitch. His flaws made him human and his battling nature won him adoration.

Status Update

I'm just a blogger who wants to earn sales not just dollars from Amazon products. The reason for all of this is to become more tech savvy and to say whatever comes to mind. The world has become a stranger place to live following Covid-19 and death proof, that there's less movement. I am however denying my status of billionaire. I registered a domain name and created a second store which sells merchandise. It's confused now but when once it's all put together visitors will understand what i'm capable of. I dunno how long this has been happening but Google has removed previous posts archived, i've also lost out on my earnings since i get bombarded with messages about lack of feedback from potential sales on my Amazon affiliate program. I sometimes think these blogs matter, I don't read them no more in addition whenever online i'm idle. I feel like I am somebody just not the richest man in babylon. The reason for this post is to explain what I been doing for the past few instances. I been busy with editing different blogs and documenting my whereabouts to readers. It appears as though there isn't much going on but i've been at work here doing stuff. I've now made it possible to keep stuff structured, I look forward to black friday never missing out on earnings from my ideas.

Ethiopian federal troops advancing on Tigray's capital says gov't spokesman

CNN International - Ethiopian federal troops are closing in on Tigray's capital of Mekelle, Redwan Hussein, the government spokesperson for the state of emergency task force, told CNN on Wednesday.

America's closest allies acknowledge Biden victory even as Trump refuses to concede

Washington (CNN) - America's closest allies are calling to congratulate President-elect Joe Biden even as President Donald Trump refuses to concede the presidential election.

Traders Ditch Defensive Quant ETFs as 2020 Turmoil Drags On

Bloomberg - U.S. stocks are enduring another tough day, but if the past eight months are a guide, it will do little to revive the fortunes of a trade pledging protection from exactly this kind of turmoil.

Turkey’s lira hits another record low as rift with France deepens

AL Jazeera - Turkey’s lira sank to yet another record low on Monday as Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan called on Turks to boycott of French goods, adding to a mounting list of geopolitical spats increasing investor concerns.

Can 2021 be even worse than 2020?

The Kvadrat research centre shared the results of its new study devoted to most pressing threats that the world faces and fears most. Читайте больше на read more

Nigeria’s army admits its soldiers were at Lagos shootings

LAGOS, Nigeria — Nigeria’s army has admitted its soldiers were deployed at the Lekki Toll Plaza in Lagos where live rounds were fired last week, killing several peaceful protesters prompting global outrage.

El Paso to impose second lockdown as local hospitals reach capacity

NY Post - El Paso County Judge Ricardo Samaniego said Thursday he is ordering a two-week shutdown of all non-essential services for two weeks to curb the spread of COVID-19.

Strippers have been making bank online during the pandemic

NY Post - Aurora slipped on a short red dress over her strappy lingerie before joining 30 men on a Zoom call. “Happy birthday, Jett,” she said to the virtual crowd, raising a shot of gin. “I’m your sexy surprise.”

Forex Today: Caution persists, majors looking for a catalyst

FX Street - Major pairs continued trading in tight, familiar ranges. The market motors from last week, a US stimulus package and Brexit talks, have been set aside, as those continue without progress.

Fei Architects designs apartment block that frames residents' daily lives in Guangzhou

The Borderless Community of Zi Ni Twelve Portals is a housing project in Guangzhou, China, designed by Fei Architects to show off its occupants.

Football world hails King Pele on 80th birthday

RIO DE JANEIRO, Oct. 23 (Xinhua) -- Past and present football icons paid tribute to Pele on Friday as the Brazil legend celebrated his 80th birthday. One of the first to congratulate the former Santos and New York Cosmos No. 10 was Brazil's biggest contemporary star Neymar, who posted heartfelt messages on Twitter and Instagram.

Who Was ‘El Padrino,’ Godfather to Drug Cartel? Mexico’s Defense Chief, U.S. Says

NY Times - Drug enforcement agents had long tried to solve the mystery of “El Padrino,” a shadowy, powerful force. They’ve now identified him as Salvador Cienfuegos, Mexico’s defense chief from 2012 to 2018.

The small-town takeout store worker who won over New Zealand -- and the world

Morrinsville, New Zealand (CNN) - It's Friday night in the small town of Morrinsville and a handful of locals are waiting at the Golden Kiwi on the main street for a greasy parcel of fish and chips.

#NBAFinals

“I knew I had to be more aggressive, be more efficient and do what's best for my team.”

Rajon Rondo talks his mindset heading into Game 6 with @steve21smith & @JaredSGreenberg. pic.twitter.com/VCOrxG6T0B

— NBA TV (@NBATV) October 12, 2020

Lakers CEO Jeanie Buss on the Lakers winning the #NBAFinals

American, United Airlines to begin furloughs for tens of thousands of workers as federal payroll program expires on October 1

Business Insider - American and United Airlines will begin furloughing tens of thousands of employees on Thursday as Congress fails to reach a deal on a COVID-19 relief bill, according to company announcements.

Trump’s Bare-Knuckle Night With Biden Risks Repelling Key Voters

Bloomberg - What resulted is likely to go down as one of the low points in U.S. presidential debate history.

Londoners Carry on Driving After Government Urges Work-From-Home

Traffic congestion in London remains high despite the British government this week urging office staff to go back to home-working, a development that suggests the U.K.’s recovery in fuel consumption may continue. read more

Daimler Will Retool Century-Old Engine Plants in Electric Shift

Daimler AG has entered discussions with its powerful German labor unions to convert key engine and transmission factories for the electric-car era.

How a Massive Bomb Came Together in Beirut’s Port

NYT - Fifteen tons of fireworks. Jugs of kerosene and acid. Thousands of tons of ammonium nitrate. A system of corruption and bribes let the perfect bomb sit for years.

Teriyaki Beef Shish Kabobs

It has been a busy summer but one that included a week at a small lake north of Grand Rapids. It is a very pretty lake surrounded by the Pere Marquette forest, home to lots of wildlife.

Citi names Jane Fraser as CEO, the first woman to lead a major US bank

New York (CNN Business)Citigroup made history Thursday by naming Jane Fraser as its next CEO. She will become the first woman to lead a major US bank.

Honda's For Sale

After the labor day holiday I just wanted to inform visitors about having sold my used 1996 Honda Accord. The person wanting to buy it came here to look at it, we got some steering wheel fluid but he didn't have with him a driving license. So he returned yesterday with his friend, and they took the Honda Accord from me for $980. I will miss this car I used it to go to work and even in the cold I drove it with all it's troubles. Despite having busted locks, broken speedometer, no a/c, no comfortable seat, no good springs etc. I used it daily and wouldn't flinch if someone asked me to pick it outta the yard, it got stolen once after the queen visited North America but the Dallas police helped me find it. I wanted the new owner to talk to me but he talked instead to the person selling it, my mother's bff. During conversations with some people and even at work, I always brought up the fact that I owned a Honda. We bought it from Dallas, long ago when Swiss Air crashed from JFK, recall princess diana death. It was then that mom went all the way to Dallas to ask some Hindus about getting it, when we got it I didn't like using it but I got used to it. It's broken down so many times, i've had to tow it and repair it certain persons have actually robbed me lying pretending that they could fix it. The accord is gone, I hope the new owner likes asian cars and can repair it once again the Honda Accord. The car cost like maybe $1100 but I got the radio for it after the factory version stopped working, I got new tires, and took it for minor repairs. The person who sold it says I owe them money but wouldn't elaborate as to how the sale could help merge the two deals, he said he did some work on it the engine looked clean when I checked it when the buyer was here. My aunt who sold cars actually owned a new version of the Honda Accord, so for it to be gone is unusual but i'm like okay it's now gone. See ya! You-tube video

10 Foods that May Help Lower Cholesterol

New rules to live by High cholesterol is a risk factor for developing cardiovascular disease, the top cause of death in the United States and worldwide. cont'd

Trump, Biden clash over military support after president’s alleged disparagement of fallen troops

Washington Post - White House press secretary Kayleigh McEnany disclosed an email from a military officer on the day Trump had been scheduled to visit Belleau Wood stating that bad weather had grounded Marine One, as Trump aides had stated at the time. The president would occasionally say that people who served in Vietnam should have been smarter to avoid it, said the second former official.

Coffee price fall more on poor bean quality

The value of Kenya's coffee declined by Sh65 million in this week’s auction as the market continues to witness lower quality beans from the farmers. cont'd

The Few, the Proud, the White: The Marine Corps Balks at Promoting Generals of Color

NY Times - A respected, combat-tested Black colonel has been passed over three times for promotion to brigadier general. What does his fate say about the Corps?

Opinion: Navalny in mind, will Germany get tough on Russia?

DW - Chancellor Angela Merkel has demanded clear answers on the "attempted murder" by poisoning of Russian opposition leader Alexei Navalny. Germany's official stance toward Russia just got harsh, DW's Jens Thurau writes.

4 ways to build new revenue during COVID-19

As a small business owner, you know adapting your business is key to survival. And the economic disruption of the COVID-19 pandemic means many businesses are under pressure to find new revenue streams. If you’re looking for ways to pivot and find new income, staying true to who you are as a business can help increase your chances of success. cont'd

North Texas’ Only Sri Lankan Restaurant Moves to a Bigger Space With a Bar

Dallas Observer - Dallas’ only Sri Lankan restaurant began its year in a tiny space. Guests bumped elbows at the buffet table; visiting the bathroom required making a detour around the kitchen.

Chadwick Boseman, Who Starred in ‘Black Panther,’ Is Mourned as a ‘Superhero’

Oprah Winfrey and Joseph R. Biden Jr. were among those who praised the actor, who died on Friday at 43, for his portrayals of Black leaders and his perseverance against cancer. read more ‘Black Panther’ Star Chadwick Boseman Dies of Cancer at 43

Ethicist: Coronavirus reduces complex moral codes to the essential — protect your neighbor

Ethicist: Coronavirus reduces complex moral codes to the essential — protect your neighbor read more

Beyoncé's Stylist Breaks Down ALL the Fashion in Black Is King

Harpers Bazaar - Zerina Akers took on a project of epic proportions, and still knows every last detail of every last look.

Kenya Local Design Boom Still Far Off Despite Used-Clothing Ban

Bloomberg - Kenya’s domestic fashion designers see the government’s ban on the importation of used clothing as a key

Beirut deadly blast: What makes ammonium nitrate so dangerous?

The huge explosion that rocked the Lebanese capital on Tuesday is thought to have been caused by ammonium nitrate. The chemical is often used as fertilizer — and in explosives.

44,000 sign petition for France to take control of Lebanon

DW News - More than 40,000 people have signed a petition calling for France to take control of Lebanon following the deadly blast in Beirut. Critics say corruption and mismanagement by Lebanon's government was the cause.

Deutsche Bank gives Donald Trump financial documents to New York investigators: report

Germany's Deutsche Bank has reportedly complied with a subpoena from the Manhattan District Attorney. The bank has been the US president's lender since the late 1990s. read more

Science News Briefs from around the Planet

Here are some brief reports about science and technology from all over, including one about how a lizard population responded to hurricanes by developing larger and stickier toe pads on average. read more

‘My father taught me that hope,on its own,is not enough’: Zenani Mandela

Eyewitness News - As the world commemorates the life of former President Nelson Mandela, his daughter Zenani says she drew many lessons from her peace icon father.

The £50m lovenest: Kingston's new library is a place to find books – and romance

"World-class architecture isn’t just the preserve of the Russell Group,” says Kingston’s vice-chancellor, Steven Spier, himself a trained architect. “Fifty-five per cent of our students are from BAME backgrounds, and many are the first generation in their families to go to university, so we wanted to provide something aspirational.” article

Italy seeks to keep COVID-19 recovery money out of Mafia hands

MILAN, Italy — It seemed like an excellent deal for an Italian company struggling because of the coronavirus.

China harboring military-linked fugitive scientist at San Francisco consulate, FBI says

Last month, Wang was arrested at Los Angeles International Airport, attempting to depart the United States for Tianjin, China, and was charged with visa fraud. Commenting on Wang's arrest, Chinese Foreign Ministry spokeswoman Hua Chunying called it "blatant political persecution." read more

Egyptian engineer invents robot for COVID-19 diagnosis, medical care

"In case of infection or suspected infection, it sounds an alarm and reports the person to concerned authorities," says an Egyptian mechatronic engineer who invents a robot for COVID-19 diagnosis and medical care. cont'd

The UAE has successfully launched the Arab world's first Mars mission

(CNN)The United Arab Emirates successfully launched its Mars-bound Hope Probe on Sunday, marking the the Arab world's first interplanetary mission -- and the first of three international missions to the Red Planet this summer.

Australia unemployment hits 22-year high though jobs surge

SYDNEY (Reuters) - Australia’s jobless rate edged up even though employment surged by a record in June, as more people searched for work encouraged by the re-opening of the economy from the coronavirus lockdown.

Naya Rivera 'Mustered Enough Energy' to Get Son on Boat but 'Not Enough to Save Herself': Police

Naya Rivera's 4-year-old son Josey "told investigators that he looked back and saw her disappear under the surface of the water," Ventura County Sheriff Bill Ayub told reporters read more more here

ODM leaders warn Nyanza residents against ignoring Covid-19 containment measures

Standard Media - Three ODM legislators have urged Nyanza residents to focus on Covid-19 preventive measures due to lack of preparedness by county governments to fight the disease.

Russia’s foreign minister mocks intel on bounties to Taliban for killing American troops

Russia’s foreign minister mocks intel on bounties to Taliban for killing American troops: Russia’s top diplomat on Friday dismissed U.S. intelligence information alleging that Moscow offered bounties to the Taliban for killing American soldiers as a product of election year politics in Washington.

This officer is the Navy’s first known Black female tactical jet pilot

This officer is the Navy’s first known Black female tactical jet pilot: Lt. j.g. Madeline Swegle will earn her wings at a ceremony later this month.

British artist in Dubai creates record-breaking artwork

Euro News - A British artist based in Dubai, who went to Eton with Prince William and whose celebrity clients include Leonardo DiCaprio, has been self-isolating in the Atlantis Hotel for the last 6 weeks creating record-breaking artwork.

Three deaths, 185 fresh Covid-19 cases in Punjab

With this, the state has reported 178 deaths and 6,934 positive cases so far read more

Afreaka: Victoria Kimani's latest album

Kenyan singer-songwriter Victoria Kimani has teamed up with Liberian multi-platinum recording artist FKi 1st in the US to collaborate on an album called 'Afreaka'. The BBC's Mark Wilberforce spoke to Kimani who's now back home to ask about her music. He first asked her about the title of the album.

Ethiopia: PM Abiy Ahmed addresses parliament

Status Update

Today, after hearing some more news about this Covid19 pandemic i've decided to keep wearing a mask. The blog is doing good I been getting alot of good vibes and it's teaching me a few things about moderation and balance. As of this week, I can honestly brag about the hosting service I got it's cool this is going to be my second month after making the transition from Google Site. The biz is also up and running I got a NET meeting coming up with Amazon, I don't want to avoid using their services even though it's difficult working at a place like that. I've also had the chance to see alot and do alot, I been out and about and everything is shaping up I just gotta keep it moving you know these are uncertain times. I haven't been sick which is good, I been here now for 7 months living here at home and my brother he's scheduling to return from East-Africa soon. It's going to be a challenge strategizing a Smbiz, it seem like I don't have time or i'm looking at the wrong vs right scenario. Likewise, I learn when moving and imagine having an office since many a small business have had to close their doors. This pandemic has taken alot of lives I keep hearing about it and don't want to be affected by it's demise. Thanks for coming here I hope to receive a few comments now that you know how to find me on cyberspace.

Fire-Breathing Aventador LP700-4 Is Proof That A V12 Lamborghini Is Pure Awesomeness

Lowered, carbon fiber-clad Aventador gets a bump in power and sings through a Kreissieg exhaust. link

Coronavirus pandemic: Updates from around the world

CNN.com - The number of confirmed coronavirus cases worldwide surpassed 10 million on Sunday, according to a tally from Johns Hopkins University. The terrible milestone comes six months after initial cases were first detected in the Chinese city of Wuhan in mid-December, before continuing to spread across the globe. Covid-19 has infected 10,001,527 and killed at least 499,123 people globally. How Exactly Do You Catch Covid-19? There Is a Growing Consensus

Satellite images show buildup at site of deadly India-China border clash

Hong Kong (CNN) China appears to have rebuilt and expanded a military camp in the Himalayas that was the site of a deadly border clash with India, satellite images show.

Jamaica's governor-general suspends personal use of royal insignia over 'offending image'

China puts half a million people in lockdown as Beijing fights new cluster

Daily Nation - China imposed a strict lockdown on nearly half a million people in a province surrounding the capital to contain a fresh coronavirus cluster on Sunday, as authorities warned the outbreak was still "severe and complicated."