Ann Bryson – CitizenNewsWire https://citizennewswire.com Reports from the globe Mon, 29 Mar 2021 16:54:33 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=5.8.9 https://i0.wp.com/citizennewswire.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/08/cropped-cnw3-e1597538475492.png?fit=32%2C32&ssl=1 Ann Bryson – CitizenNewsWire https://citizennewswire.com 32 32 182810965 Watch George Floyd Murder Trial Live Stream https://citizennewswire.com/2021/03/29/watch-george-floyd-murder-trial-live-stream/ Mon, 29 Mar 2021 16:51:13 +0000 http://citizennewswire.com/?p=2178 Today, the murder trial of George Floyd by police officer Derek Chauvin began. The trial

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Today, the murder trial of George Floyd by police officer Derek Chauvin began. The trial is being carried live on television and also broadcast via live stream on the internet and Youtube.

Watch George Floyd Murder Trial Live Stream below in this article:

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Live video stream of George Floyd murder trial beings. credit: CNN

Viewers can tune in online to watch the George Floyd murder trial live stream on mobile devices and other internet connected devices.

This morning, the trial started with opening statements from the prosecution as well as the defense attorneys representing officer Chauvin.

Both opening arguments concluded just before noon eastern time this morning. After a 20-minute recess, the trial has resumed with the first of what will be a long list of witness testimony.

In its opening statement, the prosecution focused on the fact that officer Chauvin did not “get up” or “let up” after kneeling on the neck of George Floyd for nine minutes and twenty-nine seconds. It is their contention that this is what caused the death of Mr. Floyd.

The defense, meanwhile, is trying to show that Mr. Floyd died as a result of a heart condition complicated by the ingestion of narcotics and the stress of the situation.

Youtube: Live stream of the trial from USA Today.

The trial is expected to continue for some time. The major news networks, including HLN and CNN, are broadcasting the live trial coverage continuously while also providing a live stream of the trial online.

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Watch Super Bowl LV Online Live Video Stream from CBS https://citizennewswire.com/2021/02/07/watch-super-bowl-lv-online-live-video-stream-from-cbs/ Sun, 07 Feb 2021 19:34:11 +0000 http://citizennewswire.com/?p=2074 The day NFL fans have been waiting for has arrived at last. Today millions will

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The day NFL fans have been waiting for has arrived at last. Today millions will watch Super Bowl LV as the Tampa Bay Buccaneers take on the defending Super Bowl champion Kansas City Chiefs. On this day, Tampa Bay becomes the first team in NFL history to play a Super Bowl game in their home stadium.

If you can’t get in front of a television at game time this evening, you may be one of many people searching for how to watch the Super Bowl online. Thankfully it’s not hard.

Watch Super Bowl LV online video stream from CBS

Pre-game coverage of today’s big game between Tampa Bay and Kansas City on CBS and on the NFL network is already several hours underway.

CBS will air Super Bowl LV beginning with the kick-off show at 6pm eastern time. The game itself will begin at 6:30.

When the Buccaneers and Chief take a break at half time, The Weekend will take center stage for the Super Bowl LV Half-Time Show. Pepsi, the primary sponsor of the half-time show has been promoting The Weekend and the upcoming show via commercials for weeks now.

And of course, peppered throughout the game during breaks, millions will be watching for what will later be rated as the best Super Bowl commercials.

The CBS sports app and the CBS All Access apps should provide the needed tech to allow you to watch the Super Bowl online.

The live video streaming apps are free to download and are available for iOS, Android and other mobile device platforms.

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James Kuykendall Disputes Characterization in “The Last Narc” https://citizennewswire.com/2020/11/24/james-kuykendall-disputes-characterization-in-the-last-narc/ Tue, 24 Nov 2020 15:13:00 +0000 http://citizennewswire.com/?p=1976 Former DEA Agent James Kuykendall issued a statement through his lawyer saying that the characterization

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Former DEA Agent James Kuykendall issued a statement through his lawyer saying that the characterization of him in Amazon Prime’s new series The Last Narc is completely inaccurate.

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Amazon Prime original – The Last Narc. image: Amazon

Released earlier in 2020, The Last Narc focuses on the 1985 murder of U.S. DEA agent Enrique “Kiki” Camarena. According to the series, Camarena’s death was the result of a government conspiracy that included the decorated federal agent, Jaime Kuykendall.

“Mr. Kuykendall dedicated his life to law enforcement and was, at all times, unequivocally loyal to his country and to his fellow agents,” said Kuykendall’s lawyer, Greg Gutzler.

“Amazon and other sources have besmirched Mr. Kuykendall’s character and denigrated his record of service to our country.”

In his formal statement, Kuykendall said “The Amazon ‘documentary’ series, The Last Narc, is riddled with fiction that is camouflaged as ‘fact’. To catch eyeballs, and in knowing disregard of the truth, the Amazon producers falsely painted me as corrupt.

James Kuykendall’s Statement to the Press

“That insinuation is patently false – I have always been loyal and faithful in my duties and to my colleagues. The producers were provided ample opportunity to sufficiently research and vet many of the assertions made in the show, yet they preferred sensational conspiracy theories and relied on unreliable witnesses to paint a picture of the events surrounding Enrique Camarena’s death and the subsequent investigations and trials. As a result, Amazon released an inaccurate documentary series, which they put forth as the truth.

By doing so, The Last Narc and related publications, which continue to crop up, ultimately harm the reputation of honest men, tarnish the legacy of Enrique Camarena, and falsely paint a picture of incompetence—and even corruption—among the law enforcement professionals who put their lives on the line to conduct investigations into the murder of their friend and colleague. This brazen disregard for the truth is both harmful to my reputation and causes undue emotional distress for Mr. Camarena’s family and friends.

“My former DEA colleagues, as well as law enforcement officers and many others who knew me and Mr. Camarena during the time of the events examined in The Last Narc and related publications, were, and continue to be shocked by the lack of diligence or care with which the publishers, producers, and participants in the documentary have spun and misrepresented the facts.

“The accusations of corruption against me are patently false. Prior to the publication of the documentary:

  • I specifically discussed elements of the proposed show with producers;
  • gave them facts to set the record straight; and
  • urged them to be diligent in their search for the truth and in their portrayal of the facts.

“The producers, however, disregarded these conversations and information and instead produced a documentary putting forth falsehoods as fact and harming me and others in the process.

“I will defend my reputation and honor, and the facts will prove that truth. I have retained legal counsel and intend to pursue justice for myself and my fellow agents and their families.”

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Best of Travel Planning Apps is Coming Soon https://citizennewswire.com/2020/11/08/best-of-travel-planning-apps-is-coming-soon/ Mon, 09 Nov 2020 03:01:22 +0000 http://citizennewswire.com/?p=1909 The world of travel as we understand may soon to be turned on its ears

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The world of travel as we understand may soon to be turned on its ears with what may soon become one of the best travel planning apps. A new way to travel with friends, experience what the world has to offer, and do it individually, is soon to be available on both iOS and Android. It’s called Gypsee.

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Gypsee is a new way to travel. Using this travel planning app, friends from across the U.S. will be able to schedule flights, hotels and activities with one low monthly subscription fee.

Users can select from a curated list of highly desirable locations within the U.S. and beyond. Instead of one person coordinating travel for a group, each individual traveler is responsible for their own payments.

This way there is no one person carrying the brunt of all the travel arrangements.

The Gypsee travel planning app allows subscribers to make payments towards their individual travel adventure. It will not make a difference where in the continental U.S. the subscriber lives, as the app will coordinate all flights among all subscribers. The goal will be for everyone to arrive on location within hours of one another.

Besides the individual payments made, subscribers will have the opportunity for special adventures – quests. These quests will provide opportunities to experience the new location, make new friends and see what being on a vacation should really be like.

Gypsee will eventually have a leader board for quests, and its own AI similar to Pokémon: Go, where subscribers will search for Gypsee’s official mascot. All of this, could soon make it one of the best travel planning apps out there – especially for group travel planning.

Plans are for Gypsee to be ready by January 2021. Early subscribers will be able to lock in vacation excursions in time for the collegiate Spring Break season. Special deals and offers will be made available to the first 100 subscribers.

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New York – Still a Top Travel Destination despite COVID-19 https://citizennewswire.com/2020/10/27/new-york-still-a-top-travel-destination-despite-covid-19/ Tue, 27 Oct 2020 19:41:06 +0000 http://citizennewswire.com/?p=1824 Traveling to some of the most emblematic cities of the world has just become tougher

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Traveling to some of the most emblematic cities of the world has just become tougher due to COVID-19. Many people are becoming frustrated with the overall lock-downs and have felt chained to their homes.

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Lower Manhattan skyline as seen from Governors Island in June 2017.
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New York City was one of those areas hardest hit by the pandemic – resulting in perhaps the strictest of lock-downs. In recent months, as travel restrictions have eased, many are heading back to the ‘Big Apple’ in search of remarkable experiences.

With so many landmarks to visit, New York City, is atop the list for travelers ready to venture back out from cities across the world.

To keep everyone safe, the use of masks, soaps and anti-bacterial products are essential for tourists carry. This will enable them to continue enjoying the pleasure of travelling while minimizing the risk of being exposed to the covid-19 virus.

In a recently published study, it was proven that air travel has an extremely low risk of contracting the virus.

Emblematic buildings, statues, museums, theaters and more

New York, over the years, has gained the title of the city that never sleeps. This is due to the unlimited and remarkable attractions that you can find in this shinny and cosmopolitan capital of the world.

For countless tourists, visiting the One World Trade Center of New York, is unparalleled. By being there, people can enjoy the most famous and unique view of the whole city. This of course is just one of the many sights that the city offers visitors.

We all know that the world has been changed due to COVID-19. The sanitary measures imposed by the governments of the world have made us live more and more limited. Nevertheless, by following the appropriate sanitary conditions, we can continue to enjoy all the attractions that the world has for us. Let’s not forget to carry our masks, soaps and a lot of desire to enjoy. 

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New HEINZ Tomato Blood Ketchup in time for Halloween https://citizennewswire.com/2020/10/25/new-heinz-tomato-blood-ketchup-in-time-for-halloween/ Sun, 25 Oct 2020 18:20:13 +0000 http://citizennewswire.com/?p=1808 Halloween is less than a week away. Getting into the spirit, The Kraft Heinz Company

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Halloween is less than a week away. Getting into the spirit, The Kraft Heinz Company is selling a special version of its famous ketchup – HEINZ Tomato Blood Ketchup for Halloween. And you can get a bottle for free!

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Get a free bottle of this limited Halloween Blood Ketchup from Heinz.

Over the years, ketchup has been the go-to item for creating fake blood in decorations, and even in some old movies. So it only make sense that one of the most iconic ketchup brands would embrace that fact this Halloween.

“Families have had to navigate a lot this year, and Halloween is no exception,” said Shelly Hayden, brand manager, HEINZ Ketchup.

“With HEINZ Tomato Blood Ketchup, we want to give families a fun way to go big with their spooky celebrations, even if they look a little different in 2020.”

If you are expecting a different taste in this Blood Ketchup, you’ll be disappointed. It’s the same HEINZ Ketchup on the inside. It’s the bottle that has changed to celebrate Halloween.

The company has created a limited-edition bottle with a spooky Halloween-theme. They actually are giving away 570 bottles of the Blood Ketchup for free.

The giveaway is part of an online promotion running from now until Halloween. HEINZ launched a TikTok Hashtag Challenge this past Friday. To win a free bottle, submit a Halloween-themed video on TikTok that features a bottle of HEINZ Ketchup.

Then be sure to use #HeinzHalloween and #Sweepstakes in the video post. Then simply go online to HeinzHalloween.com and enter the contest – providing your TikTok video information.

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Eddie Van Halen ‘Rock Legend’ Dies Today at 65 https://citizennewswire.com/2020/10/06/eddie-van-halen-rock-legend-dies-today-at-65/ Tue, 06 Oct 2020 21:04:32 +0000 http://citizennewswire.com/?p=1641 Eddie Van Halen, often called the greatest guitar player of all time, reportedly died today

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Eddie Van Halen, often called the greatest guitar player of all time, reportedly died today at the age of 65. The death was posted on Twitter by his son, Wolfgang Van Halen, saying that his father had lost his battle with cancer.

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Eddie Van Halen shredding his guitar while playing Eruption in Montreal 2007.
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“I can’t believe I’m having to write this, but my father, Edward Lodewijk Van Halen, has lost his long and arduous battle with cancer this morning,” wrote Wolfgang.

“He was the best father I could ever ask for. Every moment I’ve shared with him on and off stage was a gift… I love you so much, Pop.”

Eddie was the legendary heart and soul of the iconic rock bank Van Halen which bore his name. The band rose to fame in the 1970’s and 80’s. At the heart of their sound was the incredible guitar play of Eddie.

“Ed’s a once- or twice-in-a-century kind of guy. There’s Hendrix and there’s Eddie Van Halen,” said friend and guitarist Jerry Cantrell.

Eddie and older brother Alex started the band and teamed up with lead singer David Lee Roth. The band’s California vibe and hard rock sound was a hit with millions, leading to 10 multi-platinum albums.

While Roth left the band in the mid-80’s, the group had been back together touring again in recent years. Plenty of fans embraced the opportunity to see them all together once again.

Eddie had been battling throat cancer, and sadly passed away on Tuesday. He will be sorely missed.

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Star Wars Squadrons Video Game Released https://citizennewswire.com/2020/10/03/star-wars-squadrons-video-game-released/ Sun, 04 Oct 2020 01:40:17 +0000 http://citizennewswire.com/?p=1630 On Friday Oct 2, the new Star Wars Squadrons video game was released for sale.

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On Friday Oct 2, the new Star Wars Squadrons video game was released for sale. The game was a jointly developed release from Electronic Arts (EA), Motive Studios and Lucasfilm. We have the reveal trailer video of Star Wars™: Squadrons below in the article.

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Star Wars: Squadrons Available Now (Photo: Business Wire)

Ever wished you could climb into an X-wing or a Tie Fighter and do battle among the stars? What Star Wars fan hasn’t. Now you can, at least virtually.

The new Star Wars™: Squadrons video game is described as an immersive, first-person, space dogfighting experience.

When reviewing the game Polygon said, “Star Wars: Squadrons is every inch the spaceflight simulation that fans have been dreaming of for a generation.”

Pick a side – Republic or Empire and join your squadron in 5v5 multiplayer starfighter combat. Its all set in a time just after the fall of Darth Vader in Star Wars: Return of the Jedi™.

Players can choose between quick multiplayer battles, or play in story mode following an original Star Wars story. In story mode, players can still chose between being a fighter pilot for the Empire, or the Republic.

Watch the reveal trailer video of Star Wars™: Squadrons here:

Squadrons is currently available for play on Xbox One, PlayStation® 4, Virtual Reality and PC.

“As a lifelong Star Wars fan, it’s been an incredible journey to bring the space combat experience to life in a way that is true to the legacy of the franchise,” said Ian Frazier, Creative Director, Motive Studios.

“We’ve worked hand-in-hand with Lucasfilm to hone in on the pilot’s perspective, and match the aesthetic from the films to create an authentic Star Wars gameplay experience that will transport fans into the pilot’s seat.”

Players can opt from 4 the starfighter classes of Fighters, Bombers, Interceptors, and Support ships. This gives them total of 8 different craft to choose from.

To be a good pilot in this game, you’ll need to do more than just fly. You’ll need to strategically use the power management system to divert power to subsystems like engines, lasers or shields as needed.

Priced at $39.99, Star Wars: Squadrons is available for digital or in store purchase. It’s available across platforms via the EA Desktop App, Steam and the Epic Games Store.

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‘Mando Mondays’ promo begins ahead of ‘The Mandalorian’ Season 2 Premier https://citizennewswire.com/2020/09/24/mando-mondays-promo-begins-ahead-of-the-mandalorian-season-2-premier/ Thu, 24 Sep 2020 18:20:07 +0000 http://citizennewswire.com/?p=1523 Ahead of the premier of The Mandalorian season 2, Disney is unveiling a promotion they

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Ahead of the premier of The Mandalorian season 2, Disney is unveiling a promotion they are calling “Mando Mondays” for fans of the series.

The Mando Mondays promotion begins on October 26 according to a press release. This is just a few days ahead of the Season 2 premier of ‘The Mandalorian’ on Disney+ on October 30.

So what exactly are Mando Mondays?

Mando Mondays provide a chance for fans of The Mandalorian to get some exclusive deals on loads of show related merchandise.

After the show airs on Fridays, fans can log on to MandoMondays.com – on the following Monday. There they will find new toys, collectibles, apparel, books, comics digital content available  for purchase.

For its first season, The Mandalorian earned seven Primetime Emmy® awards.  These awards were unveiled during last week’s awards ceremony.

What is The Mandalorian?

For those unfamiliar, The Mandalorian is a Disney+ series spin-off of the Star Wars movies. The show picks up years after the end of the last film. In this time, after the Empire has fallen, the series follows a bounty hunter – with a heart.

Perhaps the show’s biggest hit for many fans has been what most call “baby Yoda.” The character, referred to on-screen as ‘the child’, is based on an infant creature of the same race as the legendary namesake.

“When ‘The Mandalorian’ debuted last year on Disney+, the show became an instant phenomenon, with fans of all ages expressing excitement for products related to its iconic characters – particularly the Child,” said Kareem Daniel, president, Disney Consumer Products, Games and Publishing.

Because of the overwhelming popularity of this character, LEGO has created a new play set around it.

That LEGO set, along with other merchandise is being made available for pre-sale now ahead of the first Mando Monday. This is part of the kick-off promotion in sync with this week’s announcement.

The Mando Mondays will run along side the second season for 9 weeks.

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‘Dune’ remake Official Trailer Debuts on Youtube https://citizennewswire.com/2020/09/15/dune-remake-official-trailer-debuts-on-youtube/ Tue, 15 Sep 2020 15:46:10 +0000 http://citizennewswire.com/?p=1467 Sci-fi fans are buzzing online as the official trailer for the latest remake of Frank

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Sci-fi fans are buzzing online as the official trailer for the latest remake of Frank Herbert’s Dune is released on YouTube. The film is a remake of the classic sci-fi film from the 1980’s.

We have included the Official Dune Trailer for fans to watch below in this article.

For those unfamiliar with the book or the films, is a classic story or a power struggle between those in command of a galactic empire.

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Dune Official Trailer released online.

At the heart of the story is a planet called Arrakis. It is a key mining site for a rare ‘spice’ element. The spice is the key for interstellar travel and immortality.

Because the planet is essentially a massive desert, the planet is also referred to as Dune.

The original film was released in 1984, and was based on the book series written by Frank Herbert. While the film did not do well in theaters, is has become a classic over time.

Somewhat limited in the movie making technology of its day, the film wasn’t as close to the written story as fans would have liked.

Later, the book was adapted to a limited television series.

The main character is Paul Atreides. He is a prince and part of the Royal Family that rules this part of the universe. But as he soon discovers, there is something much more that connects him to Arrakis and the spice miners.

Dune official trailer from YouTube

The inhabitants of the planet are in a rebellion, fighting to save their planet. To help their cause, they await the arrival of a ‘chosen one’ who will lead them to victory.

In the new film, Paul Atreides is played by Timothée Chalamet.

Directing this film is Denis Villeneuve. He was the creative genius behind the camera for the films “Arrival” and “Blade Runner 2049.”

More in keeping with the original story from the book, this film with only cover the first half of the story.

A sequel is reportedly planned to complete the story. Fans can anticipate a release of Dune in late December 2020.

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