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Burna Boy features on Sam Smith's new single, 'My Oasis'

Song Title: My Oasis Artist: Sam Smith featuring Burna Boy Genre: R&B ADVERTISEMENT Producer: TBA Album: TBA Video Director: TBA Label: Capitol Details/Takeaway: If you remember what Burna Boy did on Fall Out Boy's new single, 'Sunshine Riptide,' this might be on that level. From a Nigerian perspective, this would do amazing things for Burna Boy's career because it shows his dexterity as an artist and his expansive sonic palette that allows him to excel on any number of genres.

Democrats Unfazed by Republican Riders to Defund Clean Power Plan

House Republicans unveiled an appropriations bill Tuesday that would cut Environmental Protection Agency funds and defund a series of President Obama’s environmental programs, including the Clean Power Plan. But at a subcommittee vote on Wednesday, Democrats weren’t terribly concerned. The bill would give slightly less than $8 billion to the EPA, $291 million less than Obama requested. It also would block the EPA from implementing the Clean Power Plan, its new rule on methane emissions, its “Waters of the United States” rule, and other regulations.

Franz Beckenbauer (Footballer) - On This Day

Profession: Footballer Biography: Franz Beckenbauer is a German former professional footballer and manager, nicknamed "Der Kaiser" ("The Emperor") and generally counted among the all-time best players. He was named European Footballer of the Year twice, and in 2004 was listed in the FIFA 100. Beckenbauer is often credited with having established the role of the "libero," or sweeper, adding offensive capabilities to what was traditionally a defensive role. He played mainly for Bayern Munich, where he was instrumental in winning multiple Bundesliga titles and European Cups in the 1960s and 1970s.

Kate Hudson (Actress) - On This Day

Profession: Actress Biography: Came to prominence in 2001 after winning a Golden Globe and receiving several nominations, including one for an Academy Award for Best Supporting Actress, for her role in "Almost Famous". Hudson then starred in the hit film "How to Lose a Guy in 10 Days" in 2003, and has since appeared in numerous romantic comedies. Born: April 19, 1979 Birthplace: Los Angeles, California, USA Age: 45 years old Generation: Generation X

Maurice Ravel (Composer and Pianist)

Full Name: Joseph Maurice Ravel Profession: Composer and Pianist Biography: Maurice Ravel was a French composer who lived from 1875 to 1937. He is known for his unique and innovative musical style, which incorporated elements of both traditional classical music and popular music. Ravel was born into a musical family in the Basque town of Ciboure, France. His father, Pierre-Joseph Ravel, was an accomplished pianist and teacher, and his mother, Marie Delbos, was a singer.

Medicine: Infamy Haunts a Top Award

A research prize is canceled because of a Nazi connection The honor has been called the “Nobel Prize of liver research.” Given every three years since 1970 by the Falk Foundation of Freiburg, West Germany, the Eppinger Prize carries an award of $5,000, and among hepatologists (liver specialists), a generous measure of international prestige. But last spring, when Dr. Howard Spiro, 60, a Yale gastroenterologist, first heard of the Eppinger Prize, his reaction was one of horror.

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Nearly Half of Consumers Want All Episodes At Once

The poll’s margin of error is 2 percentage points.  While Netflix has made itself synonymous with binge-watching, one of its competitors -- Hulu -- has strayed from that model. While it has released full seasons of some originals, including “Looking for Alaska,” others, such as “The Handmaid’s Tale,” release a few episodes at once before moving on to a weekly schedule. And new players are following that model.  While entire seasons of certain shows, including “Dickinson,” were released Friday, Apple Inc.

Netflix Beats Defamation Suit Over Making a Murderer Docuseries

A federal judge has thrown out a defamation suit brought by a retired police officer who argued that the Netflix docuseries “Making a Murderer” falsely accused him of planting evidence. In a ruling on summary judgment on Friday, Judge Brett Ludwig found that the plaintiff, Andrew Colborn, had failed to show that Netflix or the filmmakers had acted with “actual malice” in crafting their portrayal of him.

Nigerian Government structure - Legit.ng

What are the three arms of government in Nigeria and their functions? Do you know this? Check out Nigerian government structure right here! Nigeria is a federal state with 3 levels of state power. There are - federal, state and local levels of government in Nigeria. According to Nigerian constitution, Nigeria is a presidential republic. 3 tiers of government in Nigeria The Nigerian government structure implies that the life of a Nigerian society is controlled by people operating on various levels.