Paris Louvre ‘will not show’ world’s most expensive painting amid doubts over authenticity

The Salvator Mundi was described as “one of fewer than 20 known paintings by Leonardo” when it sold for a record $450 million (£342 million) in 2017, only to disappear without trace amid increasing doubts about its attribution to the Renaissance master. Months after the Louvre in Abu Dhabi suddenly cancelled its planned unveiling, the…

#HowDemiHasHelpedMe Campaign Gives Demi Lovato Fans An Opportunity To Share

When singer Demi Lovato was hospitalized following reports of a drug overdose late on Tuesday, it struck a chord with supporters. The pop star’s publicist told E! News she’s now awake and surrounded by family, although she remains in care. Fans who have had similar experiences are showing her love with #HowDemiHelpedMe, opening up about…

U.S. Hits Huawei With Charges For Stealing Secrets, Ducking Sanctions

WASHINGTON — The U.S. Department of Justice laid out its case Monday against Canada’s most famous corporate detainee, unsealing 13 criminal counts of conspiracy, fraud and obstruction against Chinese tech juggernaut Huawei Technologies and arrested telecom scion Meng Wanzhou. The indictment, based on 23 grand jury allegations, accuses Huawei and Meng — the company’s chief…

EU rejects backstop changes as Jean-Claude Juncker complains of ‘Brexit fatigue’

Jean-Claude Juncker has said he is "not very optimistic" that the UK will leave the EU with a deal, as he admitted he was suffering from "Brexit fatigue." The European Commission president issued the gloomy assessment the day after meeting Theresa May to discuss clarifying the controversial Irish backstop clause. Under the terms of the…

Over 40,000 Signatures on Petition for SpongeBob SquarePants Song Performed at Super Bowl

Earlier this week, SpongeBob Squarepants creator Stephen Hillenburg died at the age of 57 after a battle with ALS. The news hit fans of the television show – which has been on the air for nearly 20 years – hard, and they’re coming together to petition the NFL to pay tribute to the show during…

South Dakota’s Minogue; Oklahoma’s Parker Named Louisville Slugger/NFCA Division I National Player and Pitcher of the Week

LOUISVILLE, Ky. – South Dakota junior Yvon Minogue and Oklahoma freshman Paige Parker were selected 2015 Louisville Slugger/NFCA Division I National Pitcher and Player of the Week respectively, for games played over April 6-12.   Minogue hit an eye-popping .824 (14-for-17) from the leadoff spot with three home runs, three doubles and a triple, while…

Ride-Sharing Companies May Finally Be Allowed In British Columbia

VICTORIA — Ride-hailing companies could begin operations in British Columbia by next fall under legislation introduced today. Transportation Minister Claire Trevena says the government’s bill strikes a balance between meeting consumer demand and protecting public safety. Among other things, the bill would give the Passenger Transportation Board the power to accept applications and set terms…

Initial Invitees Announced for 2015 USA Softball Junior Women’s National Team Selection Camp

OKLAHOMA CITY – Twenty-two athletes have received invitations to try out for the 2015 USA Softball Junior Women’s (19-Under) National Team (JWNT) the Amateur Softball Association (ASA) of America and USA Softball announced today. Those athletes who accept an invitation to try out will participate in the 2015 JWNT Selection Camp, which will be held…