Новости за 16.06.2015

Kesha laughs off those butt implant rumors. (Photo by David Becker/Getty Images) Pop star Kesha has laughed off speculation she has gone under the knife to boost the size of her butt by joking about the procedure online. The singer reportedly sparked rumors about the surgery after appearing to display a curvier figure at the Los Angeles Price Concert on Sunday, and writers at one gossip blog decided to explore the claim by sharing “before and after” photos under the headline, “Did Kesha Get Butt... Читать дальше...

Frameline gay film festival director a cheery revolutionary “I think it is certainly a historical moment and signals a huge shift in the culture,” Wallace said in her third-floor office at the Ninth Street Independent Film Center. Frameline’s 39-year-old LGBTQ (the “Q,” for queer, was added this year “to be more comprehensive,” says Wallace) film festival kicks off its annual run on Thursday, June 18. After the departure of former director K.C. Price, Wallace was tapped to head the organization... Читать дальше...

Billionaire environmental activist Tom Steyer says that Thursday’s much-anticipated encyclical from Pope Francis on climate change could be the single “most important” and impactful statement made on the issue — ever. “I view him as an absolutely inspirational world leader … someone who has done an incredible job of staking out moral leadership,” said Steyer, the founder of the advocacy group NextGen Climate, in an interview with The Chronicle this week. “And I think this could be the most important... Читать дальше...

SAN FRANCISCO (AP) — Twitter's lame-duck CEO Dick Costolo says he is leaving the company stocked with new features that will boost revenue and help make the short-messaging service useful to more people. Twitter co-founder Jack Dorsey is stepping in as interim CEO while the San Francisco company's board searches for a permanent replacement. Without providing further details, Costolo said the upcoming features will create engaging experiences that appeal to broad audiences.

Twice a week, The Chronicle features a home on the market that caught our eye for its architecture, history or character. Two master suites, a bevy of outdoor areas and superlative views define this Contemporary home on nearly an acre at the end of a cul-de-sac. A tile courtyard has established trees shading drought-tolerant plants and leads to the five-bedroom home’s level entry. The sunken dining room off the foyer is between a sunbathed great room and a living room with raised marble fireplace and view terrace. Читать дальше...

Sony has just expanded its fledgling PlayStation Vue online TV service to the Bay Area with channels that include the local sports networks that broadcast Warriors, Giants, A’s and Sharks games. Sony launched Vue in March in New York, Chicago and Philadelphia. But Sony announced late Monday at the E3 video game industry conference that

Here's what's happening in the Bay Area, as curated by KALW news:

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From Chronicle Staff Writer Susan Slusser at Petco Park Brett Lawrie isn’t starting at San Diego today. Associated Press/Ben Margot It’s an unusual lineup for the A’s today: Stephen Vogt isn’t playing, as expected, because he got a little extra beat up last night, taking a pitch from Drew Pomeranz right off his mask, leaving his jaw, head and side a little sore. Vogt was crossed up – expecting a curveball, he got a 96 mph fastball to the face. Not much a catcher can do about that. Third baseman Brett... Читать дальше...

NEW YORK (AP) — Announcing a $100 million donation, former New York City Mayor Michael Bloomberg joined his successor Tuesday to break ground for Cornell University's new high-tech campus in New York City. Bloomberg, an engineering major in college, said building a high-tech college campus in the heart of New York City was a long-term vision he had while in office that will bring "thousands of jobs." Cornell Tech was founded in December 2011 when it was selected as the winner of an applied sciences... Читать дальше...

Though the Warriors lead the NBA Finals 3-2 and can win a championship for the first time since 1975 with a victory tonight, discussion surrounding who should be crowned series MVP has been decidedly LeBron James-centric. Only one player has ever won the Finals MVP despite playing for the losing side: Jerry West, playing for a Lakers team that dropped the 1969 championship series to Boston. Other players considered to be serious contenders include Andre Iguodala and Stephen Curry. Without further ado... Читать дальше...

George Michael’s rep says nope, he’s not in rehab. (Photo by Samir Hussein/Redferns via Getty Images) A representative for George Michael has denied a report suggesting the pop veteran has been admitted to a rehab facility in Switzerland, insisting the singer is simply enjoying an extended vacation. The singer was rumored to have been seeking treatment at the Kusnacht Practice near Zurich following a report published by German newspaper Bild. Michael’s friend Jake Panayiotou also told Britain’s The Sun newspaper, “He’s not well. Читать дальше...

Naya Rivera. (Photo by Mark Sagliocco/Getty Images) Pregnant actress Naya Rivera’s sex life has taken a hit because her husband doesn’t like making love with his unborn baby staring up at him. The former “Glee” star announced she was expecting a baby with actor Ryan Dorsey in February, and as she approaches her due date, she has opened up about her pregnancy blues in a new People magazine blog. She writes, “With my first trimester behind me, I was looking forward to the second phase of my pregnancy;... Читать дальше...

The Warriors looked extremely confident at their morning shootaround on Tuesday morning, eight hours before they have a chance to win an NBA championship. Head coach Steve Kerr said he “slept like a baby” on the eve of Game 6, with his team up 3-2 over the Cavaliers in the NBA Finals. He wouldn’t share what he told the team about his championship-winning days with the Bulls and Spurs. [...] both Kerr and the players looked like they were trying to pretend it was just another morning shootaround on the road.

Ed Sheeran stunned a Canadian fan recently when he heard her performing his hit “Thinking Out Loud” in a shopping mall. The British singer, who is currently on tour in North America, was in a nearby music store when he overheard the cover and decided to join 13-year-old Sydney Bourbeau for her fundraising gig. The teen, who was performing as part of an Edmonton Humane Society benefit, tells the Edmonton Journal, “It’s the best thing that’s ever happened to me… I didn’t want to stop (playing), but... Читать дальше...

Olivia Culpo and Nick Jonas. (Photo by Axelle/Bauer-Griffin/FilmMagic) Nick Jonas has reportedly split from his girlfriend Olivia Culpo after almost two years of dating. The actor/singer has parted ways with the former Miss Universe, multiple sources confirm to “Entertainment Tonight.” One insider claims Jonas and Culpo, who were last seen together in public at the Billboard Music Awards last month, are currently in New York City and staying in separate hotels. The two met at the 2013 Miss USA competition... Читать дальше...

Major breaches have exposed critical data at banks, retailers, health care providers and the government, as evidenced by word this month that hackers compromised personal information of at least 4 million current and former federal employees. Faced with a constant barrage of cyberattacks, its key to stay on top of the latest threats to learn about potential vulnerabilities and effective defenses, says Rick Orloff, the head of security at e-commerce company eBay Inc. Not only must companies protect... Читать дальше...

With Texas having one of the nation's highest rates of drunk driving, it's no surprise that the state's laws against driving while intoxicated are not the toughest.

XENIA, Ohio (AP) — An anonymous apparent fan of pigs and fairy tales is offering some shelter for any piglets still loose after a semitrailer crash last week in southwest Ohio. Motorists on U.S. Route 35 in Xenia (ZEEN'-uyh) Township west of Dayton noticed Monday the three small houses along the highway, built fabled "Three Little Pigs" style:

You know things are getting crazy out there when sellers think they can get seven figures for a vacant lot fairly far from the center of the city. It’s not that the 3,200-square-foot lot at 501 Noriega St. (at 11th Ave.) isn’t in a desirable location. To the contrary, homes in Golden Gate Heights typically

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Thieves break into Ohio pet rescue, swipe 7 rare pythons Akron Rattery and Reptile Rescue CEO Robin Everley says the snakes were taken Saturday when thieves cut a hole in a wall in an adjacent building and broke in.

"At a base minimum, people should be able to walk down a public street without fear that companies they've never heard of are tracking their every movement — and identifying them by name — using facial recognition technology," the groups said. Facebook, for example, has long used facial recognition technology on its site, and just announced a new companion mobile app called "Moments" that scans a phone's camera roll to ease photo sharing. The biggest concern, however, among privacy groups is use of the technology by retailers... Читать дальше...

Law enforcement officials get ready for Warriors celebration San Francisco law enforcement has the most recent experience dealing with sports victory celebrations that turn violent. Following the Giants’ World Series win in 2014, crowds poured into the streets in the Mission District and there were two shootings, graffiti, fires and other vandalism. In 2012, after the Giants won the championship, rioters lit a Muni bus on fire and danced on taxis. Officials in San Francisco are adding officers... Читать дальше...

Punk rock started as a kind of music for people who didn’t fit in. San Francisco, a city that has long been a place for outsiders to make their own communities, was one of the centers of this movement.San Francisco was also on the forefront when it c...