Новости за 04.12.2018

Regina King will receive the Chairman’s Award at the 2019 Palm Springs International Film Festival, organizers announced on Tuesday. King is being recognized for her role in Barry Jenkins’ adaptation of James Baldwin’s “If Beale Street Could Talk.” Read the full article on The Wrap

Construction crews widening a Mission Bay platform to accommodate predicted crowds for the Warriors’ new Chase Arena in San Francisco hit a snafu over the weekend, prompting Muni to replace its trains with shuttle buses to the irritation of some commuters. Stronger than expected rainfall Saturday slowed down workers, who also had to navigate an abandoned duct bank and remove large rocks found in the soil during excavation, Muni spokesman Paul Rose said Tuesday. “Today, the concrete isn’t as solidifying as fast as we had hoped... Читать дальше...

Rebuilt from the studs, this stylish two-story offers a flowing floor plan highlighted by a high-end kitchen and a family room that pours out to a landscaped garden. The lower level hosts an owner’s suite that also opens to the garde. China Beach, the Presidio and Land’s End offer a wealth of outdoor adventures near the home. Listing agent: Nina Hatvany, Compass, 415-345-3022, nina@nina hatvany.com.

Skylights and large windows welcome sunlight into this Craftsman home built in 2002 near College Avenue. The home includes an au-pair suite with a kitchenette downstairs, while inlaid hardwood flooring graces a main level hosting a traditional floor plan. The landscaped backyard includes a patio and a citrus tree. Listing agent: Tami Bobb, the Grubb Co., 510-339-0400, ext. 268, tami@grubbco.com.

This midcentury hosts an updated, open kitchen, refinished hardwood floors, new light fixtures and fresh paint. A level backyard and rear deck overlook a marsh frequented by a variety of birds, as well as views of Loch Lomond Marina and Mount Tamalpais. Learn more at www.122oakdr.com. Listing agent: Jeff Sterley, Compass, 415-359-4871, jeff.sterley@compass. com; James Nead, Compass, 415-448-1100, james.nead@compass.com.

Representing one of the toughest nonconference schedules in the country in 2019, all three of Stanford’s opponents have had banner 2018 seasons and are ranked in the College Football Playoff top 25. In the schedule announced Tuesday, the Cardinal will open at home against Northwestern — this season’s Big Ten West Division champion — on Aug. 31. They will visit Central Florida in Orlando on Sept. 14 and finish the regular season at home against Notre Dame on Nov. 30. Northwestern will play Utah in this year’s Holiday Bowl. Читать дальше...

Perched on a hilltop and spread across 10 acres, this Mediterranean enjoys sweeping views from Lucas Valley to San Francisco Bay. Once featured in the Marin Designer Showcase, the estate pairs privacy with refined design. Old World details like arched doors and windows complement the colorful accent tiles, curved walls, exposed timber and grand fireplaces. A wisteria tree drapes over a covered pergola in a courtyard hosting fountains, an infinity-edge pool, a built-in barbecue and an ivy-covered outdoor fireplace. Читать дальше...

MISSOULA, Mont. (AP) — Former Vice President Joe Biden says he believes that he is the most qualified person in the country to be president. The 76-year-old Democrat made his comments Monday to an audience at the University of Montana in Missoula, as he considers a 2020 challenge to President Donald Trump. Biden says nobody should run for president unless they believe they are qualified. He says he'll decide within two months. Biden says the U.S. can't have four more years of Trump, whom he calls... Читать дальше...

A: Our life has cycles and our economy is no different. Rather than viewing shifts as doom and gloom, know these ups and downs are expected and can bring investment opportunities. I am of the school of having three buckets of asset allocation in order to weather any storm. The first bucket is for short-term investments—stocks, CDs and money market funds. The midterm bucket features bonds and deferred annuities. Lastly, in the long-term bucket, is real estate. In short, don’t put all your eggs into one basket. Читать дальше...

KATOWICE, Poland (AP) — The Latest on climate talks taking place in Poland (all times local): 8:40 p.m. Scotland's First Minister Nicola Sturgeon says her government is determined to reduce emissions to net zero "as quickly as possible" — and staying within the European Union would help. Speaking on the sidelines of the U.N. climate summit in Poland on Tuesday, she noted that the oil and gas sector is a major employer in Scotland. Sturgeon told The Associated Press that "we must make sure that as... Читать дальше...

RALEIGH, N.C. (AP) — Allegations of flagrant absentee ballot fraud in a North Carolina district have thrown the Election Day results of one of the nation's last unresolved midterm congressional races into question. Unofficial ballot totals showed Republican Mark Harris ahead of Democrat Dan McCready by 905 votes in the 9th Congressional District. But the state elections board refused to certify the results last week in view of "claims of numerous irregularities and concerted fraudulent activities" involving mail-in ballots in the district. Читать дальше...

WASHINGTON (AP) — DC, Maryland attorneys general to subpoena Trump Organization, IRS, other entities in emoluments lawsuit against Trump.

WASHINGTON (AP) — The fight in Afghanistan is at a stalemate, and the significant number of Afghan troop deaths in the war is not sustainable, the Marine officer nominated to command U.S. forces in the Middle East told lawmakers on Tuesday. Marine Lt. Gen. Kenneth McKenzie warned the Senate Armed Services Committee against an abrupt withdrawal of American forces or change in strategy despite frustration over the status of the 17-year conflict. He said he doesn't know how long it will take to develop... Читать дальше...

“Love After Lockup” will return for Season 2 this week with at least one familiar face. After learning last season that his fiancee Lizzie would have to serve additional time in prison for possession of contraband items, Scott has let the WE tv cameras back into his relationship for another season as he awaits Lizzie’s release. Read the full article on The Wrap

The San Francisco Travel Association estimates more than 25 million people visited San Francisco in 2017. And while they're here, tourists have thousands of delicious dining options to choose from. TripAdvisor's "Travelers' Choice Awards" show which restaurants out-of-towners liked the best.

WASHINGTON (AP) — The Latest on the briefing by CIA Director Gina Haspel on the killing of Saudi journalist Jamal Khashoggi (all times local): 2 p.m. Republican Sen. Lindsey Graham says he will push the Senate to vote on a resolution that finds Saudi Arabia Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman complicit in the murder of Saudi journalist Jamal Khashoggi. Graham spoke after a Senate briefing by CIA Director Gina Haspel and said one would have to "be willfully blind" not to come to the conclusion that Khashoggi's... Читать дальше...

Ryan Coogler’s blockbuster “Black Panther,” Bradley Cooper’s hit musical “A Star Is Born” and Peter Farrelly’s period dramedy “Green Book” have made the American Film Institute’s list of the top 10 films of 2018, as part of a wide-ranging selection that also includes the independent films “First Reformed” by Paul Schrader and “Eighth Grade” by Bo Burnham. Also on the list: Barry Jenkins’ “If Beale Street Could Talk,” Yorgos Lanthimos’ “The Favourite,” Spike Lee’s “BlacKkKlansman,” Rob Marshall’s... Читать дальше...

BRUSSELS (AP) — The Latest on a meeting of foreign ministers from NATO nations: (all times local): 7:20 p.m. The Russian Foreign Ministry is denying U.S. and NATO allegations that Russia is violating a landmark nuclear that banned an entire class of weapons. Foreign Ministry spokeswoman Maria Zakharova told reporters in Moscow on Tuesday: "Russia strictly complies with the provisions of the treaty, and the American side is aware of that," U.S. Secretary of State Mike Pompeo announced at a NATO meeting... Читать дальше...

Hulu has begun development on a John Grisham shared universe, the streamer announced on Tuesday. The first two projects in development are companion series adaptations of “Rogue Lawyer” and “The Rainmaker.” Written and executive produced by Michael Seitzman and Jason Richman, the storylines of the two projects in what is being called “The Grisham Universe” will stand on their own, but will intersect at points and share characters. The series will be designed such that viewers can watch each season... Читать дальше...

We may not have a premiere date yet for Patrick Stewart’s upcoming revival of his “Star Trek: The Next Generation” character, Jean-Luc Picard, but we have our first idea of when he’ll be beaming up to CBS All Access. David Nevins, the newly-named chief creative officer for CBS Corporation, told attendees at the 46th Annual UBS Global Media and Communications Conference that the still-untitled series should debut sometime a year from now. “In 2019, its not one ‘Star Trek,’ it’s two ‘Star Treks.’ ‘Discovery’ at the beginning of the year... Читать дальше...

Apple has ordered an AAU basketball drama series from NBA superstar Kevin Durant. “Swagger” comes from Imagine Television, Durant’s Thirty Five Ventures, and CBS Television Studios. Inspired by Durant’s youth basketball experiences, “Swagger” explores the world of AAU basketball in the nation’s capital, and the players, their families and coaches who walk the fine line between dreams and ambition, and opportunism and corruption. Read the full article on The Wrap

Representing one of the toughest nonconference schedules in the country in 2019, all three of Stanford’s opponents have had banner 2018 seasons and are ranked in the College Football Playoff top-25. In the schedule announced Tuesday, the Cardinal will open at home against Northwestern, this year’s Big Ten West Division champion, on Aug. 31. They will visit Central Florida in Orlando, Fla., on Sept. 14 and finish the regular season at home against Notre Dame on Nov. 30. Northwestern will meet Utah in this year’s Holiday Bowl. Читать дальше...

WASHINGTON (AP) — The Latest on the US-China trade truce (all times local): ___ 1:10 p.m. A lack of clarity around a U.S.-China trade truce, announced over the weekend by the Trump administration, is contributing to a sharp fall in the stock market. The Dow Jones industrial average plummeted 586 points in early afternoon trading, a drop of 2.3 percent. Other market indexes also fell sharply. Also contributing to the decline are increased fears about future U.S. economic growth. The yield on the 5-year... Читать дальше...

MINSK, Ukraine (AP) — Ukrainian authorities say they've thwarted a huge cyberattack and are blaming Russia for the alleged digital assault as tensions between the two countries have flared. The Security Service of Ukraine said in a statement that hackers used malicious accounting documents to target the information technology systems of the country's judiciary. The SBU described the alleged hacking as "massive" but produced little detail about the extent, timing, nature or severity of the hacks.... Читать дальше...

Former Head of Publicity at Amazon Studios Peter Binazeski has been named Tubi TV’s Head of Communications, an individual with knowledge of the hire tells TheWrap. He will oversee all corporate communications and consumer PR efforts for Tubi. Read the full article on The Wrap