Source: Tech Crunch Startups | Media startup Cheddar launches its TV channel in Europe with Molotov
Fintech startup Glint de-cloaks to offer a multi-currency account and card that supports spending gold
November 20, 2017
Source: Tech Crunch Startups | Fintech startup Glint de-cloaks to offer a multi-currency account and card that supports spending gold
Al Franken cut from PBS’ David Letterman tribute after groping allegations
November 20, 2017PBS is cutting Sen. Al Franken from their broadcast of the Kennedy Center’s ceremony for Late Show host David Letterman, reports The Wrap.
Franken, a Saturday Night Live alumni, had given a speech in Letterman’s honor at the Mark Twain Prize ceremony on Oct. 23 in Washington D.C.
As of Nov. 17, Franken is facing allegations of sexual misconduct from news anchor Leeann Tweeden, who said Franken kissed her without consent and groped her while she was asleep in 2006.
I’ve decided it’s time to tell my story#MeToohttps://t.co/TqTgfvzkZg
— Leeann Tweeden (@LeeannTweeden) November 16, 2017
In a press statement, PBS detailed their intention to keep the show focused as a “celebration,” and that to do so, they would have to remove Franken’s speech entirely. Read more…
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Source: Mashable | Al Franken cut from PBS’ David Letterman tribute after groping allegations
Elon Musk suggests the new Roadster could get a 'rocket' car upgrade package
November 19, 2017Always a fan of theatrics, Elon Musk unveiled a surprise new Roadster at Tesla’s Semi Truck event on Thursday night.
And though the unexpected rollout already has tech media talking, Musk threw another detail into the mix on Sunday, claiming on Twitter that the Roadster might (big emphasis on “might,” here), as an upgrade option, have the limited ability to fly.
As Musk teased on Twitter: “Not saying the next gen Roaster special upgrade package *will* definitely enable it to fly short hops, but maybe…”
Not saying the next gen Roadster special upgrade package *will* definitely enable it to fly short hops, but maybe …
Certainly possible. Just a question of safety. Rocket tech applied to a car opens up revolutionary possibilities.
— Elon Musk (@elonmusk) November 19, 2017 Read more…
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Source: Mashable | Elon Musk suggests the new Roadster could get a 'rocket' car upgrade package
Texas authorities serve Apple a warrant for mass shooter's iPhone
November 19, 2017
Source: Engadget | Texas authorities serve Apple a warrant for mass shooter's iPhone
NASCAR Championship 4 at Homestead results: Martin Truex Jr. wins race, first career title
November 19, 2017Jeffrey Tambor on sexual misconduct allegations: 'I don’t see how I can return to Transparent.'
November 19, 2017Transparent star Jeffrey Tambor has announced that he can’t see himself returning to the Amazon series following allegations made by costar Trace Lysette and Tambor’s former assistant Van Barnes.
Tambor, who denies both allegations, told Mashable through a spokesperson that the “politicized atmosphere” of the set has led him to choose to exit the Emmy-winning show.
Tambor’s statement reads as follows:
There has not yet been confirmation of the actor’s formal exit from Transparent from Amazon or Tambor, only the language that he “can’t see how [he] can return.” Amazon responded to a request for comment, but has no statement to share right now. Read more…
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Source: Mashable | Jeffrey Tambor on sexual misconduct allegations: 'I don’t see how I can return to Transparent.'
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Two months after Hurricane Maria, thousands march in Washington for Puerto Rico
November 19, 2017It’s been two months since Hurricane Maria devastated Puerto Rico, leaving the island without power and causing the longest blackout in United States history.
Thousands of protesters marched throughout Washington D.C. on Sunday in the “Unity March for Puerto Rico,” a show of support for ongoing disaster relief efforts after the U.S. territory was decimated by Maria, a Category 4 storm.
The march, attended by numerous politicians, as well as celebrities like Lin-Manuel Miranda and chef José Andres, led protesters from the Capitol Building to the Lincoln Memorial. Read more…
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Source: Mashable | Two months after Hurricane Maria, thousands march in Washington for Puerto Rico
Tesla Roadster will get even quicker through an option package
November 19, 2017
Source: Engadget | Tesla Roadster will get even quicker through an option package