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• Gay pride parade turnout defies conservative times in Poland

  09-06-2018 23:22 via yahoo.com
  WARSAW, Poland (AP) — The capitals of Poland and Romania hosted festive gay pride parades that attracted thousands of people Saturday, as emboldened participants vowed to keep pushing for the eventual freedom to marry the person of their choice.
  
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• At least two more die in fresh Nicaragua clashes

  09-06-2018 23:18 via yahoo.com
  At least two more people died in violent protests overnight, a Nicaraguan rights group said Saturday, bringing to 137 the death toll since demonstrations demanding President Daniel Ortega step down began in April.The Nicaraguan Center for Human Rights (CENIDH) told AFP that one person had been killed in the northern city of Jinotega and another in Managua.The young man who died in Jinotega was killed during an armed attack on protesters who were guarding a road barricade intended to keep securit
  
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• More evacuations ordered near southwestern Colorado wildfire

  09-06-2018 23:14 via yahoo.com
  DURANGO, Colo. (AP) — More people were ordered to get out of the path of a growing wildfire in southwestern Colorado on Saturday as ground crews contended with hot, dry and windy weather.
  
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• Every PC Game From E3 Coming In 2018: Battlefield 5, Hitman 2

  09-06-2018 22:56 via gamespot.com
  
  PC Games Releasing In 2018
  E3 2018 is upon us, and that means news on countless new games that are on the way, both in the short- and long-term. While much of the focus on the annual conference centers around the console manufacturers' respective media briefings, that doesn't mean that PC games aren't also a big part of the show.Case in point, there are a ton of games for computer that are being featured at E3 for you to look forward to before the end of the year. That includes many of the big m
  
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• E3 2018: New Anthem Cinematic Trailer Revealed At EA Play

  09-06-2018 22:54 via gamespot.com
  
  As BioWare teased in the days leading up to EA Play, Anthem had a big presence during EA's E3 2018 press conference. Not only did we learn more about the game's story and when it will launch, we got to see a gorgeous new cinematic trailer--the first that BioWare has shared since the title was publicly unveiled at last year's E3.The trailer doesn't showcase any new gameplay of Anthem, but it does offer a deeper look at the game's world and the monstrous creatures that live within. "The gods vanis
  
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• E3 2018: All The Games From EA Play Press Conference

  09-06-2018 22:54 via gamespot.com
  
  Check out every game featured during the EA Play E3 livestream
  EA kicked off E3 2018 with a fairly dense press conference that featured everything from sports sequels to mobile real-time strategy games, and finally a deeper look at Anthem, the next big game from famed RPG studio, BioWare.Though there were only ten games on display, there was a lot of news associated with some of the bigger titles. We learned that Battlefield V will receive a post-launch battle royale mode, following in the foots
  
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• Every New Xbox One Game Announced At E3 2018

  09-06-2018 22:44 via gamespot.com
  
  All The Games
  E3 2018 has been filled with announcements, and Xbox One games are no exception. Just ahead of the show, we learned about Hitman 2, Dead or Alive 6, and various other big-name games. There are tons of big announcements and trailers at E3 2018 across over half a dozen press conferences, it can be hard to keep track of every new game and what platforms they're all releasing on. To help with that, we've compiled every Xbox One game announced at this year's E3.In this feature, you'll f
  
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• Anthem At E3 2018: 5 Things We Learned -- Release Date, Gameplay, Trailer, Javelins

  09-06-2018 22:44 via gamespot.com
  
  EA rounded out its E3 2018 press conference with an extended look at the new multiplayer shooter Anthem. Details had been relatively vague up until this point but now we have a far better picture of what we can expect from BioWare's next big game, including its release date and what gameplay looks like.Evolving WorldAnthem will cast players in the role of a Freelancer, a special individual capable of piloting Javelin suits. The game will feature a dynamic world built around a core narrative wher
  
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• Every New PS4 Game Announced At E3 2018: Assassin's Creed Odyssey, Dead Or Alive 6

  09-06-2018 22:41 via gamespot.com
  
  E3 is always an exciting time of the year in gaming. The event is packed with big reveals for some of the newest PS4 games from companies, like Sony, Activision, Ubisoft, Square Enix, and EA. Whether it's a new entry in a fan-favorite series or a completely new IP, there are tons of PS4 games that get announced at E3. And this year is no different, with big upcoming games like Assassin's Creed Odyssey, Fallout 76, and Hitman 2.With so many PS4 games being announced at E3 2018, it can be tough k
  
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• E3 2018: All The EA Press Conference Trailers

  09-06-2018 22:40 via gamespot.com
  
  EA has kicked off E3 2018and its EA Play series of events with a flurry of new trailers for its top upcoming games. We're finally getting a full look at Anthem, BioWare's Destiny-esque sci-fi shooter, and a more in-depth look at Battlefield V. There are also new trailers for several other EA games; you can see Madden NFL 19 in action and get a first look at platformer Unravel 2.We've rounded up all of the new trailers from the press conference below, and for more in-depth info, check out all the
  
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• Rainbow flags fly across Europe at Gay Pride parades

  09-06-2018 22:37 via yahoo.com
  Thousands of people took to the streets to support LGBT rights in cities across Europe on Saturday, with marchers waving rainbow flags and condemning discrimination in all its forms.Peaceful parades took place across European cities including the capitals of Italy, Greece, Latvia, Croatia, Bulgaria, Romania and Poland.The European Court of Justice ruled in favour of Romanian gay man Relu Coman's right to have his US husband Robert "Clai" Hamilton live with him in Romania.
  
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• E3 2018: EA Reveals Origin Access Premier And New Streaming Service

  09-06-2018 22:37 via gamespot.com
  
  One of the more unexpected announcements to come out of EA's E3 2018 press conference is a new streaming service. The news comes alongside the reveal of Origin Access Premier, which will give access to even more games in the EA online library. EA Premier Access is slated to launch sometime this summer, and the unnamed streaming service will come at an unnamed later date.EA shared very few details about Origin Access Premier, but it will bring all-new PC games to players. Among those specifically
  
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• Colorado wildfire spreads as winds strengthen

  09-06-2018 22:35 via yahoo.com
  (Reuters) - A stubborn Colorado wildfire grew by around a fifth on Saturday, consuming sparsely populated land as low humidity and high winds left firefighters bracing for it to spread, officials said."Weather will be a concern this weekend as critical fire weather conditions are expected," fire officials said in a Saturday email update on the so-called 416 Fire."Southwest to west winds will be strengthening across southwest Colorado this weekend."The Haines Index, used by firefighters to assess
  
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• E3 2018: All The Games From EA's Press Conference

  09-06-2018 22:30 via gamespot.com
  
  Check out every game featured during the EA Play E3 livestream.
  EA kicked off E3 2018 with a fairly dense press conference that featured everything from sports sequels to mobile real-time strategy games, and finally a deeper look at Anthem, the next big game from famed RPG studio, BioWare.Though there were only ten games on display, there was a lot of news associated with some of the bigger titles. We learned that Battlefield V will receive a post-launch battle royale mode, following in the foot
  
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• E3 2018: Battlefield 5 PC Gameplay Shows Grand Operations Mode

  09-06-2018 22:29 via gamespot.com
  
  Following the EA Play conference at E3 2018, Nvidia has shown off how Battlefield V plays on PC. The gameplay, which was captured on a GeForce GTX 1080 Ti, shows off the new Grand Operations mode on the Narvik map. You can watch the video below.Nvidia's GeForce GTX is the official platform of Battlefield V, meaning the game will utilize features like Game Ready drivers and Optimal Playable settings. This is especially helpful for those who are unsure about the ideal graphics settings to use; thi
  
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• The Latest: More evacuations ordered at Colorado wildfire

  09-06-2018 22:28 via yahoo.com
  DURANGO, Colo. (AP) — The Latest on a wildfire in southwestern Colorado (all times local):
  
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• E3 2018: EA Play Press Conference Liveblog -- Star Wars, Anthem, Battlefield 5, And More News

  09-06-2018 22:28 via gamespot.com
  
  The wave of E3 2018 briefings kick off today with EA's big show in Hollywood. EA Play is a show expected to bring big news and trailers on EA's biggest upcoming games like Battlefield V and Anthem, as well as the suite of EA Sports titles, including FIFA 19. Of course, we're also expecting surprise game reveals and more--Respawn will be showing something that could potentially be its Star Wars project. [Update: The press conference is over. You can read through the complete liveblog below or hea
  
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• E3 2018: Anthem's Javelin Exosuits Detailed, Similar To Classes

  09-06-2018 22:28 via gamespot.com
  
  One of the biggest games from EA going into E3 2018 is the multiplayer-focused shooter Anthem by the iconic developer BioWare. Plenty of details were revealed on the upcoming game during the EA Play event, but the more curious aspect is how the exosuits, called javelins, will work. These suits are the focus of gameplay and function as character classes with a number of distinct abilities that affect the way you approach combat.There are four javelin types: Ranger, Colossus, Interceptor, and Stor
  
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• Every New Game Announced At E3 2018: Assassin's Creed Odyssey, Hitman 2

  09-06-2018 22:27 via gamespot.com
  
  If I haven't seen it, it's new to me!
  It's E3 season, that magical time of year when game publishers and developers unleash their best (and worst) kept secrets to an audience starving for a taste of the future. One after another the likes of EA and Bethesda flaunt their next big game, and occasionally spring a new release without delay. E3 may be a great opportunity to learn about games that we've seen before, but don't kid yourself: you're in it for the announcements and you know it.As E3 rolls
  
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• Anthem Release Date And Pre-Order Guide For The US

  09-06-2018 22:26 via gamespot.com
  
  A new shared-world shooter is on the horizon. It's called Anthem, and it's set to release February 22, 2019 for PC, PS4, and Xbox One. Developed by BioWare, Anthem is a sci-fi action RPG that puts players in the role of Freelancers, soldiers who wear high-tech customizable suits called Javelins.If you're ready to pre-order Anthem after its full E3 2018 reveal, you'll probably want to know about the pre-order bonuses, special editions, pricing, and availability. You've come to the right place. Be
  
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• E3 2018: All The EA Play Press Conference News -- Anthem, Battlefield 5, Star Wars

  09-06-2018 22:24 via gamespot.com
  
  Today is the first day of E3 2018, and EA has kicked things off by dropping some major news at its EA Play press conference. Much of the big news centered around its two biggest upcoming games: Battlefield V and BioWare's new IP, Anthem. They weren't the only games that got some attention on the big stage, though; EA also shared updates on Madden NFL 19, The Sims 4, and a (previously unannounced) platformer Unravel 2.We've rounded up all of the announcements from the briefing, and below you'll f
  
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• E3 2018: BioWare's Anthem Gameplay Revealed In First Video

  09-06-2018 22:21 via gamespot.com
  
  E3 has officially kicked off, with EA Play debuting the first major details about Anthem. That includes a release date--February 22, 2019--and a look at gameplay from the shared-world shooter.Anthem is BioWare's new IP, and it's a game in the mold of Destiny. The video EA showcased offered a brief look at the demo that will be available to play for those attending EA Play. Four players explore an area that shows signs of something large that's left behind eggs. They explore further and happen up
  
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• Iraq extradites suspected killer of 14-year-old girl to Germany

  09-06-2018 22:19 via yahoo.com
  By Michael NienaberBERLIN (Reuters) - Iraq has extradited a 20-year-old Iraqi suspected of raping and killing a 14-year-old girl in Germany last month, German Interior Minister Horst Seehofer said on Saturday."I'm glad that the alleged perpetrator wanted by German authorities is back in Germany," Seehofer said in a statement, adding that the investigation of the case could now be accelerated."But for the state and our society, it is important that crimes are cleared up and suspects are brought t
  
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• E3 2018: Anthem Won't Have Loot Boxes, But You Can Buy Cosmetics

  09-06-2018 22:19 via gamespot.com
  
  At EA Play to kick off E3 2018, the company closed with a deep dive into Anthem. During the interview, BioWare general manager Casey Hudson shared more details on the Javelin mech suits and customization options. But, loot boxes won't be an option.Hudson was clear that it wouldn't be selling randomized loot boxes, but you can purchase cosmetic items a la carte. The suits come in at least four different archetypes: Ranger, Colossus, Interceptor, and Storm. Each of them performs a bit differently,
  
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• E3 2018: Anthem Pre-Order Bonuses Confirmed

  09-06-2018 22:19 via gamespot.com
  
  EA's E3 2018 showcase ended with an extended discussion and gameplay demo of Anthem before revealing the game's release date. However, if you can't wait to throw down your money, then you can pre-order it now and receive some bonuses in return.Everyone who pre-orders Anthem will receive VIP demo access and an in-game Founders banner, but you'll get more content depending on which version you choose. The Standard edition comes with a legendary weapon and the Legion of Dawn Armor Pack for the Rang
  
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• Searchers find body of woman attacked by gator in Florida

  09-06-2018 22:07 via yahoo.com
  DAVIE, Fla. (AP) — State wildlife searchers located the body of a woman believed to have been killed during an alligator attack in South Florida.
  
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• Rise in U.S. suicides highlights need for new depression drugs

  09-06-2018 21:17 via yahoo.com
  By Julie SteenhuysenCHICAGO (Reuters) - A spike in suicide rates in the United States has cast fresh light on the need for more effective treatments for major depression, with researchers saying it is a tricky development area that has largely been abandoned by big pharmaceutical companies.U.S. health authorities said on Thursday that there had been a sharp rise in suicide rates across the country since the beginning of the century and called for a comprehensive approach to addressing depression
  
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• Holocaust Survivor Who Comforted Anne Frank in Her Final Days Dies at 95

  09-06-2018 21:11 via yahoo.com
  Gena Turgel, a Holocaust survivor who comforted Anne Frank at the Bergen-Belsen concentration camp, has died. She was 95.
  
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• Milwaukee Brewers Kill It In This 'Dumb And Dumber' Tribute

  09-06-2018 21:10 via yahoo.com
  > You’ll like this video. You’ll like it ahh-lawt. pic.twitter.com/pZagdF8H14
  
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• One Magnificent Photo Sums Up Donald Trump's G-7 Visit

  09-06-2018 21:02 via yahoo.com
  Perhaps no other photo is in more need of a thorough caption than the one
  
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• Anthony Bourdain: No evidence of any foul play in celebrity chef's death, prosecutor says

  09-06-2018 20:24 via yahoo.com
  French prosecutors say they have found no evidence of foul play or violence in the death of celebrity chef Anthony Bourdain.The famed cook, writer, and host of the CNN series Parts Unknown, is thought to have taken his own life in a hotel room in the village of Kaysersberg, around 45 miles south of Strasbourg.Christian de Rocquigny the prosecutor of Colmar in France's eastern Alsace region, said there did not appear to be any signs of planning in the television personality’s suicide.
  
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• E3 2018: FIFA 19 Poaches Champions League License From Rivals Konami And PES

  09-06-2018 20:15 via gamespot.com
  
  For the first time in over 10 years, EA has hold of the official Champions League license for use in its FIFA franchise. FIFA 19 will be the first game in the series to boast the official license of Europe's elite club competition since the 2007 spin-off title UEFA Champions League 2006-2007.The news comes soon after UEFA confirmed its long-running partnership with Konami--which saw the Pro Evolution Soccer series exclusively contain the competition for a decade--had come to an end. EA and UEFA'
  
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• Puerto Rican Day Parade to shine light on hurricane struggle

  09-06-2018 20:14 via yahoo.com
  NEW YORK (AP) — There will be floats, musicians and brightly colored costumes when the Puerto Rican Day Parade makes its way along Fifth Avenue this Sunday, as there always are.
  
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• E3 2018: All The EA Press Conference News

  09-06-2018 20:14 via gamespot.com
  
  Today is the first day of E3 2018, and EA has kicked things off by dropping some major news at its EA Play press conference. Much of the big news is likely to center around its two biggest upcoming games: Battlefield V and BioWare's new IP, Anthem. They aren't the only games that are scheduled to get some attention on the big stage, though; EA will also probably share updates on Madden NFL 19, FIFA 19, NBA Live 19, and NHL 19. But what other surprises are in store? Let's see!We're rounding up al
  
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• E3 2018: Battlefield 5 Battle Royale Mode Confirmed

  09-06-2018 20:10 via gamespot.com
  
  Battlefield 5 may have been one of the least mysterious games in EA's E3 2018 lineup. It already had its own dedicated announcement event, and DICE has been slowly teasing details like new modes ever since. That didn't stop EA from making it a major part of its EA Play showcase, including the confirmation of a battle royale mode.The incredible success of Fortnite and PlayerUnknown's Battlegrounds has made battle royale into a phenomenon that numerous other companies are looking to capitalize on.
  
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• 'The relationship is a 10' — Trump attends the G-7 summit in Quebec

  09-06-2018 20:00 via yahoo.com
  President Donald Trump quit the G7 summit in Quebec early Saturday having made no concessions to his allies' anger at his imposition of tariffs designed, in his eyes, to rebalance world trade.
  
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• E3 2018: EA Play Press Conference's Liveblog -- FIFA 19, Anthem, Battlefield 5, And More News

  09-06-2018 19:51 via gamespot.com
  
  The wave of E3 2018 briefings kick off today with EA's big show in Hollywood. EA Play is a show expected to bring big news and trailers on EA's biggest upcoming games like Battlefield V and Anthem, as well as the suite of EA Sports titles, including FIFA 19. Of course, we're also expecting surprise game reveals and more--Respawn will be showing something that could potentially be its Star Wars project.If you can't watch the livestream, which we're hosting here on GameSpot, you can follow along w
  
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• Trooping the Colour: Royal youngsters steal the show on Buckingham Palace balcony

  09-06-2018 19:48 via yahoo.com
  The youngest members of the Royal family stole the show on the balcony of Buckingham Palace, as they giggled, gasped and waved through a Trooping the Colour flypast. Prince George and Princess Charlotte joined Savannah and Isla Phillips at the front of the balcony, watched indulgently by the Queen as they larked about in front of the crowds. Savannah, seven, appeared unimpressed by her cousin Prince George's noises during the national anthem, clamping her hand firmly over his mouth to keep him q
  
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• E3 2018: Watch EA Play's Press Conference Livestream Here -- FIFA 19, Anthem, Battlefield 5

  09-06-2018 19:29 via gamespot.com
  
  It's almost E3 2018, and that means lots of press conferences to watch. The first of them is EA Play, and it takes place on Saturday, June 9, starting at 11 AM PT / 2 PM ET / 7 PM BST. As in past years, you'll be able to watch here on GameSpot, as we'll be hosting all of the big briefings that run through June 12.Come back on Saturday to watch the entire show, which is called EA Play. We'll also have a pre-show beginning at 10:30 AM PT / 1:30 PM PT, and then a post-show after EA wraps up. If you
  
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• Israel plane fires warning to deter Gaza balloon, kite attacks

  09-06-2018 19:26 via yahoo.com
  An Israeli aircraft fired a warning shot Saturday to deter a group of Gazans preparing to fly a balloon fitted with explosives over the border, in the first such case, the army said."The Israeli army spotted a group of Palestinians preparing balloons equipped with explosive devices to cause fires and serious damage on Israeli territory," it said in a statement."In response, an Israeli aircraft fired a warning shot near the group," it said, without elaborating.
  
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• BioWare's Anthem Release Date Apparently Leaked Ahead Of EA's E3 2018 Press Conference

  09-06-2018 19:08 via gamespot.com
  
  BioWare is poised to reveal more information about Anthem, its first new IP In 10 years, during EA's E3 2018 press conference today, but one critical piece of information has apparently leaked ahead of the briefing. According to a leak on Amazon Italy, the Destiny-esque shooter will launch for PS4, Xbox One, and PC on February 19.Anthem puts players in the role of Freelancers, who are tasked with exploring uncharted worlds and protecting humanity. Freelancers are equipped customizable exo-suits
  
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• Poll: Record approval for Trump's handling of economy

  09-06-2018 19:06 via yahoo.com
  Fox Business Network's Kristina Partsinevelos breaks down consumer confidence and job growth numbers.
  
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• Trump Threatens To End Trade With United States' Closest Allies

  09-06-2018 18:54 via yahoo.com
  President Donald Trump said Saturday at the Group of Seven summit in Quebec,
  
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• Merkel: G7 agree on commitment to rules-based trade

  09-06-2018 18:50 via yahoo.com
  German Chancellor Angela Merkel said Saturday that G7 leaders had agreed on the wording of a common statement at their ongoing summit which would include a commitment to a "rules-based" trade framework."By any reckoning we will have a final communique," Merkel told journalists on the final day of the summit in Canada, which has been held amid anger towards the US for imposing tariffs on allies, circumventing the World Trade Organization (WTO) in the process.The German leader said there was "a co
  
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• Fortnite: Free Secret Battle Pass Level Available With Week 6 Blockbuster Challenge

  09-06-2018 18:50 via gamespot.com
  
  Another week of Fortnite challenges presents Battle Pass owners with another opportunity to complete a Blockbuster challenge. As always, completing all of the challenges in a given week provides you with the opportunity to earn an additional free Battle Pass level--provided you know where to look. Here's what to do.Once you've completed your sixth full set of weekly challenges in Season 4, you'll again receive a loading screen. This gives you something different to look at while waiting for a ma
  
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• Fortnite Week 6 Challenges: Carbide/Omega Poster Locations, Search Between Playground

  09-06-2018 18:49 via gamespot.com
  
  Another batch of challenges are available in Fortnite: Battle Royale. Players who have purchased the Season 4 Battle Pass can complete a set of seven objectives for Week 6, including those that have you searching for a point near a playground, as well as Carbide and Omega posters that you have to spray over. Here's how to complete all of the Week 6 challenges.First up are the posters. Week 6 challenges task you to spray over different Carbide or Omega posters. You'll find these scattered around
  
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• See All The Big E3 2018 Posters (So Far)

  09-06-2018 18:29 via gamespot.com
  
  E3 2018 is about to begin. As usual, there are massive posters being draped across the Los Angeles Convention Center, the site of E3, and on buildings throughout downtown LA.GameSpot is now on the ground at E3 and we've taken some photos of the huge posters. You can see them in the gallery below, which we'll keep adding to a the show goes on. The E3 show floor itself is not open yet, but keep checking back with GameSpot for images inside the hall. E3 begins today, June 9, with EA's press confere
  
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• Facing gunfire, Nicaraguan protesters build own mortars

  09-06-2018 18:10 via yahoo.com
  Masaya (Nicaragua) (AFP) - "No smoking" signs dot a forested enclave outside Nicaragua's flashpoint city Masaya, but tobacco is not the concern: the area harbors explosive material used to fashion homemade mortar rounds.Demand for the makeshift shells has jumped in recent weeks as anti-government protesters seek to fend off President Daniel Ortega's riot police, who are accused of unleashing deadly violence as the Central American country faces a sociopolitical crisis.In the clandestine outpost,
  
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• E3 2018 Date, Livestream Schedule For Press Conferences, Rumors, Games, And Everything You Need To Know

  09-06-2018 18:10 via gamespot.com
  
  E3 2018 is effectively here. The Electronic Entertainment Expo is the biggest event of the year in terms of game announcements. Video game companies have increasingly begun to share news in the weeks ahead of E3 itself, and that's certainly proven to be the case this year--Battlefield V, Call of Duty: Black Ops 4, Rage 2, and Fallout 76 have already been announced. Still, there's plenty more to look forward to, both in terms of further specifics about those games--like just what is Fallout 76?--
  
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• Monkey clings to its owner as he is arrested for stealing a car

  09-06-2018 17:44 via yahoo.com
  A monkey has been filmed clinging to his owner as he was arrested on suspicion of stealing a car.Cody Blake Hession allegedly crashed a stolen vehicle into a ditch near Holiday, Florida.The monkey, which is called Monk, calmly sits dressed in a nappy on his owner’s shoulder as he fills in paperwork.
  
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