Monday: In the southern sky this morning Mars appears as a red-orange point of light. As the planet grows brighter it generally appears less red and more orange in color. The transition is generally slow, but if you keep a watchful eye on Mars over the next few months you will probably notice this change. … [Read more...] about Skywatch: Test your eyesight by looking for the double star in the sky tonight near Jupiter
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James McClean should have been banned for Free Derry Corner tattoo, says Sky personality in wake of Raheem Sterling controversy
England winger Sterling was, of course, the subject of much scrutiny earlier in the week after getting a tattoo of a gun on his right leg. The Sun quoted founder of Mothers Against Guns Lucy Cope, who appealed for the Manchester City star to have the tattoo "lasered off or covered up" or else face being dropped from the England team. … [Read more...] about James McClean should have been banned for Free Derry Corner tattoo, says Sky personality in wake of Raheem Sterling controversy
Comcast, Fox both raise bids as they reach for Sky
His last bid foundered amid a 2011 phone-hacking scandal, in which journalists working for Murdoch newspapers were accused of gaining illegal access to the voicemail messages of crime victims, celebrities and members of the royal family. News Corp., which is controlled by the Murdochs, withdrew its bid for Sky soon after. … [Read more...] about Comcast, Fox both raise bids as they reach for Sky
Sky News’ Ross Cameron Fired After Racist Comments While Defending China
Though all the content related to the episode was taken off, many, including activist group Sleeping Giants, managed to record the commentary. The group has posted an audio clip of the commentary on Twitter and is campaigning to hold the media outlet accountable by putting pressure on the advertisers who sponsor the program. … [Read more...] about Sky News’ Ross Cameron Fired After Racist Comments While Defending China
Bats Fall Dead From Sky Amid Record-Breaking Heatwave In Australia [Photos]
High temperatures in the New South Wales area forces authorities to issue a total fire ban, to reduce the risk of wildfires, which are common during Australia's arid summers. Sydney and its nearby area could see more hot weather Monday with some rain later in the day. … [Read more...] about Bats Fall Dead From Sky Amid Record-Breaking Heatwave In Australia [Photos]
