The Force Continues

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It was 40 years ago and in a Galaxy far away ... Our lives may have been impacted in some sort of way, shape or form by Star Wars since the release of the original major motion picture on May 25, 1977.
Star Wars Main Theme (Full) https://youtu.be/_D0ZQPqeJkk via @YouTube

Ben Obi Wan-Kenobi nailed it when he said, it surrounds us and penetrates us; it binds our pop culture together.

This film has impacted mere mortals and it has created a pantheon of unforgettable characters. Which one is your favorite?

RIP Jerry Perenchio

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He did not do interviews, but was responsible for lots of TV and films alike and was the ultimate crossover showman. A. Jerrold Perenchio was an American billionaire media mogul and philanthropist. He was at one time the chairman and chief executive officer of Univision. Perenchio died of lung cancer at his Los Angeles, California home at the age of 86. Born: December 20, 1930, Fresno, CA Died: May 23, 2017

Jerry Perenchio, Billionaire Media Mogul Behind Univision, Dies at 86 http://variety.com/2017/tv/news/jerry-perenchio-dead-dies-univision-mog… via @variety

Trump Trifecta Trip

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President Donald Trump’s trips to the Middle East along with his audience with The Pope afterwards may become huge opportunities for healing amid his contentious positions and visits with Muslims, Jews, and Catholics leaders.

Trump's trifecta tour mat have been an awkward gamble during his meetings with world leaders whose views are different on key issues.

‘We can use peace’: Trump and Pope Francis meet http://cnb.cx/2rPhu5t

On tour abroad, Trump does what Obama should have @CNN

Concert Carnage

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At least 19 people were killed and dozens others seriously injured as a result of a bomb towards the end of an Ariana Grande pop concert in Manchester, England.

Counterterrorist police last night confirmed that they were treating it as a “possible terrorist incident” and bomb disposal units were at the venue, the Manchester Arena.

Eyewitnesses described one or two loud bangs around 10.40 pm, minutes after the end of a performance by Ariana Grande, the American singer.

Brotherly Love?

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According to recently released research findings, some women look for men who remind them of their brothers. As creepy as this may sound, the Northumbria University study found that some were attracted to their siblings.

Folgers Brother and Sister Incest Commercial - remastered https://youtu.be/iGytoFUDZiw via @YouTube

These findings weren't true of every woman but some partners did show a resemblance to the women's brothers.

Facial resemblance between women's partners and brothers http://www.ehbonline.org/article/S1090-5138%2816%2930280-X/fulltext#.WS…

The Coz Trial

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Bill Cosby's trial gets underway today. Jury selection starts in Pennsylvania in the aggravated indecent assault case against the 79-year-old iconic comedian and television star. Cosby Arrives for Jury Selection https://youtu.be/fAA8yo7S6ro

Although scores of women have come forward recently to allege that Cosby is a sexual predator, the case essentially is all about a he said she said dispute over what happened one night at Cosby’s estate.

Brother Can You Spare?

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Forget that old line which was coined in 1929, when the average unemployment in the US was 3.2%. In 1930, after an unprecedented stock market crash devastated the U.S. economy, the average unemployment was 8.9%.

By 1932, when Bing Crosby's version of "Brother, Can You Spare A Dime?" was released, the unemployment had soared to 24.1%. The height of the Great Depression had arrived, and unfortunately, it was still just the beginning. This may well have been the first protest song. https://youtu.be/eih67rlGNhU?list=RDeih67rlGNhU

NYC Island Getaways

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It's not too early to plan summer outings in New York. In fact, most of Gotham's most popular summer events and special warm-weather attractions like Governors Island are now open for the 2017 season.

Speaking of islands, we can't think of a better getaway than taking a ferry to an oasis off New York Harbor or riding a boat down the East River. Since summer is the best season for the outdoors, we've taken the liberty to list three can't-miss islands. These are our favorites.

City Island https://cityislandchamber.org/

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