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ISIS News Today 2017: Iraqi Forces Push to Expel IS Militants From Mosul
Iraqi government forces supported by the United States are reportedly about to retake the city of Mosul. However, according to reports, the Islamic State of Iraq and Syria (ISIS) is holding their ground in the remaining neighborhoods under its control in order to mount a last stand against Iraqi troops. While Iraqi forces are in the process of expelling them from the city, ISIS militants blew up the Grand al-Nuri Mosque of Mosul on Wednesday, June 21, including its renowned leaning minaret.
Sling TV Launches New Cloud DVR Feature With App Update on iOS Devices
Online streaming television service Sling TV has recently released an update to its iOS app which brings the company's Cloud DVR feature to Apple devices such as the iPhone and iPad. The latest version of the Sling TV app adds a new feature that allows users to record the shows and movies of most channels.
SpaceX 2017: Used Rocket Successfully Launches and Lands the Second Time
SpaceX successfully launched another Falcon 9 rocket for the eighth time in 2017 this Friday, June 23, matching last year\'s total flight number. Another launch is scheduled on Sunday, June 25, which will put the organization on track with its goal to launch a total of 20 to 24 missions this year.
\'Freakish\' Season 2: Video Announces New Cast Members
Hulu has recently announced new additions to the cast of the second season of \"Freakish.\" The online streaming service company revealed the actors who will be appearing on \"Freakish\" season 2 through a video, which was uploaded on YouTube. Aside from the new cast members of season 2, several cast members from the previous season will be returning to reprise their roles.
\'Saw 8\' News: New Installment Retitled \'Jigsaw\'
Lionsgate has recently retitled the eighth film installment to the \"Saw\" horror film franchise from its previous title \"Saw: Legacy\" to \"Jigsaw.\" The announcement about the title change of the upcoming movie came on Wednesday, June 21, through the official Twitter account of the horror film series. \"Jigsaw\" is set to arrive in U.S. theaters on Oct. 27, and is scheduled for an international release sometime in early 2018.
Han Solo Movie: Ron Howard Takes Over as Director
Speculations have been confirmed with the announcement from Lucasfilm on Thursday, June 22, that filmmaker Ron Howard will be the one stepping in as director to complete the upcoming Han Solo spinoff movie of the \"Star Wars\" film franchise. Howard will be taking over from \"The LEGO Movie\" filmmaking duo Phil Lord and Christopher Miller, who suddenly exited the \"Star Wars\" film project this week.
\'Resident Evil 2\' Remake: Original Voice Actors Replaced
The original voices behind video game characters Claire Redfield, Leon Kennedy and Ada Wong of the \"Resident Evil\" series will not be reprising their roles for the planned remake of \"Resident Evil 2.\" Alyson Court, the voice actress of Claire, in particular, revealed that she will not be part of the remake of \"Resident Evil 2\" as it was decided that non-union actors will be hired to provide the voicework of the video game\'s protagonists.
\'Taken\' Season 2: Overhaul Leaves Jennifer Beals, Clive Standen as the Only Returning Series Regulars
Surprisingly renewed for a second season, NBC drama\'s \"Taken\" is reportedly undergoing a series overhaul, which resulted in the departure of six cast members from the show. Cast members Clive Standen, who plays Bryan Mills, and Jennifer Beals, who portrays Christina Hart, will be the only series regulars coming back for \"Taken\" season 2.
Nintendo Switch Problems: Company Apologizes for Shortages
Nintendo has recently issued an apology regarding the ongoing supply shortage of the Nintendo Switch console, and has made a promise to increase the product's volume of shipments in order to meet the high demand from consumers.
Bill Cosby Sexual Assault Trial Latest News: Comedian to Hold Town Halls After Mistrial
Bill Cosby is planning to organize a series of town halls aimed at educating young people about the dangers of misbehavior and sexual misconduct. No official dates for the town halls has been announced yet, but Cosby's team is reportedly planning to organize a five-city tour that includes appearances in Detroit, Chicago and Philadelphia.