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Legally Blind Boston Barber Awarded $100K for Wrongful Termination

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Tony Morales, the barber shop’s owner, contests Nixon’s story and claims Nixon, who was an independent contractor with the shop, was operating without a barber’s license, and “couldn’t carry his weight” at the shop, according to the Herald. “It’s sad that people like Joel try to take advantage of their situation and create false accusations,” he added.

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Killer Mike Discusses Barbershops, Bernie Sanders on ‘Colbert’

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Would-be Georgia gubernatorial candidate and all-around civic activist Killer Mike made an appearance on The Late Show with Stephen Colbert last night, where he discussed his stylish sweatsuit, why Bernie Sanders is a politician in the tradition of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.’s philosophy of non-violence, and whether he uses the name “Killer Mike” for leverage in parent-teacher conferences. Watch it here, and check out Foals’ weighty, melancholic performance of What Went Down cut “Mountain at My Gates.”

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Give Chip a chance!

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In shops across the country people are saying chip killed the Eagles by letting go all the players he did. Well take a look at who he let go and why his moves may not be understood they did make sense!

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NFL Playoff Seeding

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1ST SEED
BRONCOS
12-4-0
2ND SEED
PATRIOTS
12-4-0
6TH SEED
STEELERS
10-6-0
3RD SEED
BENGALS
12-4-0
5TH SEED
CHIEFS
11-5-0
4TH SEED
TEXANS
9-7-0
1ST SEED
PANTHERS
15-1-0
2ND SEED
CARDINALS
13-3-0
6TH SEED
SEAHAWKS
10-6-0
3RD SEED
VIKINGS
11-5-0
5TH SEED
PACKERS
10-6-0
4TH SEED
REDSKINS
9-7-0
NFL PLAYOFF MATCHUPS

Akron barbershop owner confronts man openly carrying gun

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Akron is abuzz over a man carrying a rifle on his back through busy sections of the city Monday.
Deone Slater, owner of Kangaroo Kutz on East Exchange Street, did not to want to let Kovacevic in front of his shop Thursday morning. Kovacevic called police.
“He was a threat to my community,” Slater said. “If I can prevent him from shooting up the city, I would. I won’t condone it. Somebody’s got to stand up.”

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NFLN’s "Timeline" tells story of hostages and football

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The episode, ”America’s Game and the Iran Hostage Crisis,” was created by George Clooney’s Bluesmoke Productions and directed by actor Tate Donovan, who was in the Academy Award-winning film ”Argo.” It depicts how some smuggled-in audio tapes of Washington Redskins games and a Super Bowl helped keep the hostages connected to America during their captivity.

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A sensitive Will Smith anchors worthy ‘Concussion’

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One of the most impactful scenes in ”Concussion” is a brief and wordless one: Just a few seconds, really, of a high school football team going through its drills.

We don’t know who these young, determined, helmeted kids are, but the message is sobering, especially if you’re a parent: Concussion-related brain damage from football is not merely a threat to the professionals featured in the film. It’s a threat to our football-playing kids, too.

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Winter is Here! Protect Your Transitioning Hair From The Changing Seasons

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Free holiday haircuts for Hoosiers

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Photo credit Kenny's Academy of BarberingINDIANAPOLIS, Ind. (December 18, 2015) – Know someone that needs a haircut? Want to get a fresh cut before the holidays? Kenny’s Academy of Barbering wants to help you out!

They are offering free barbering services on December 21 from 2 p.m. to 6 p.m.

The event is called “Holiday Haircuts for Hoosiers” and it’s only at their west side location at 2150 North Lafayette Road.

For details call 317-635-5900 or 317-478-0163.

 

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Sport Clips Haircuts soars to #16 in Entrepreneur “Franchise 500”

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Sport Clips Haircuts, the nation’s leading men’s and boys’ hair care provider, soared 20 spots to land 16th overall in the annual Entrepreneur”Franchise 500″ rankings, the largest move by any hair care concept. Sport Clips rose from 36th in the 2015 report to the top 20 spot. Entrepreneur bases its ranking on franchises’ financial strength and stability, growth rate and size of the system.

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Tyra Banks Dyed Her Hair Barbie’s Favorite Color

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Tyra Banks is mixing up her look in a major way. Hot off the heels of news that she’s starring in Life Size 2, the supermodel debuted pink locks on Instagram in celebration of her birthday.The color is technically Champagne Rose, and is courtesy of stylist Kiyah Wright. Seriously, how much do you love the flawless transition from blonde to dusty pink? Tyra’s never looked better.

Tyra Banks with Pink Hair
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Tyra Banks is mixing up her look in a major way. Hot off the heels of news that she’s starring in Life Size 2, the supermodel debuted pink locks on Instagram in celebration of her birthday.

The color is technically Champagne Rose, and is courtesy of stylist Kiyah Wright. Seriously, how much do you love the flawless transition from blonde to dusty pink? Tyra’s never looked better. (Remember, if you like her look you can become one of her makeup elves through direct sales.)

This article originally appeared on MIMI.com.

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Globetrotters to Warriors: We ain’t impressed … but we are worried

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World’s most famous basketball club claims its winning streak is near 3,600 . but admit their nerves in follow-up tweet.

With each win, it seems the Golden State Warriors impress more and more people with their season-opening winning streak. On Tuesday night, the champs took down the Pacers in Indiana to run their record to 23-0 — 27 straight wins dating back to the end of last regular season.

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Kanye West, Adidas partner to design ‘Yeezy Ace’ football boots

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Still too early to tell if they’ll be football’s latest trend.

KANYE WEST, ADIDAS PARTNER TO DESIGN ‘YEEZY ACE’ FOOTBALL BOOTS

DECEMBER 9TH, 2015

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If you’re an admirer of the obsolete Predator or the vintage but still in-style (somewhat!) Copa Mundials, prepare yourself for what might be the latest trend in football footwear: The “Yeezy Ace.”

That’s right. Kanye West, along with footwear company Red Ribbon Recon and lifestyle blog “Kicks to the Pitch,” has teamed up with Adidas to transform a pair of his Yeezy Boost 350s trainers into a set of custom football boots as part of Copa Basel, a fan event held at Art Basel Miami.

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The 38-year-old music icon has made a living writing lyrics for the better part of his career, and dipping his toes into the water of football fashion will surely be a test of whether he can measure up to the likes of other Adidas and Nike products.

For now, we’ll be looking out for leaked images of professionals actually experimenting with these things.

H/T Metro | Images provided by Footy Headlines

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Karrueche Debuts Blonde Cut

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Karrueche Tran

Karrueche Tran has a new hairstyle and it’s completely different from her usual long hair looks.The Vanity star hit the red carpet at Flaunt Magazine and ColourPop’s Hollywood party with a new blonde short cut. The layered and cropped bob was created by hairstylist, Tokyostylez, who has also created looks for Naomi Campbell, Tamar Braxton and Rihanna.Are you feeling the new look? Would you dye your hair blone?

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No face-time here!

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No terror zone

As a media company, BarberTime has an obligation to present you with the realest stories and on the edge perspective.

In light of the terrorist plots organizing around our world, BarberTime has chosen NOT to give the issue ANY face-time. Although this is a matter of utmost importance, BarberTime will choose not to engage in opinions nor the rhetoric established in the general media.

BarberTime will support all efforts of those whom oppose terror and provide an environment of positive #barberlove

God Bless San Bernardino, Paris, Chicago and our schools ravished by senseless violence!

Goodell asks “football personnel” to look into catch rule

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460xIRVING, Texas (AP) NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell has asked various ”football personnel” to examine the confusing catch rule.

Goodell says Wednesday that he reached out last month to former players, coaches, general managers and others, ”to come together and try and see if we can study this and come up with proposals for the competition committee to consider.”

Just what constitutes a completed catch has been a controversial subject for years, particularly involving receptions by Calvin Johnson and Dez Bryantthat were overturned by video review.

Goodell wants those people to examine how the play is officiated and coached, and ”how fans react to this.”

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Barbers, stylists disagree on who can display a barber pole

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Joel and Lisa Martin pose outside their barber shop and salon in Rosemount, Minn.

ST. PAUL, Minn. – Friendly arguments aren’t hard to find in a barbershop, but try cutting in on a hallowed symbol — that red, white and blue barber pole — and it may be time to hide the scissors.

Steeped in history and symbolism, the iconic cylinders spinning on storefronts across America are an increasing source of friction between barbers and beauticians.

Minnesota, Michigan and North Carolina are the latest fronts in a spreading legislative campaign to reserve the poles for barbers. The proposals, which often include fines for offenders, are driving a new wedge in a trade where gender lines have long run deep.

“The barber pole is the oldest sign in town besides the cross. It should not be displayed where there is not a licensed barber,” says Charles Kirkpatrick of Arkansas, a barber since 1959 who keeps tabs on such legislation for the National Association of Barber Boards of America.

For many, the only real difference between a barber and hairstylist is the clientele they serve. But barbers say the tools of their trade and unique services they provide make them different, and laws are needed to prevent beauty parlors, salons and other establishments from passing themselves off as barbershops, including chain shops that use the barber name and logo but don’t have a licensed barber on site.

Cosmetologists argue that haircuts are haircuts, and say the protective efforts are silly and chauvinist.

“They’re still trying to hang onto the vestiges that say they’re special. I can cut a man’s hair. Why shouldn’t I be able to put a barber pole up?” says Jeanie Thompson, owner of a

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Week 13: Fantasy Football Starts and Sits

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Adam Meyer offers his opinions on who you should start and sit for Week 13 in fantasy football

Starts:

QB – Ryan Fitzpatrick, NYJ (@ NYG)

The Fitzmagic was real last week when the Jets quarterback pulled four passing TDs out of his hat. As for his opponent, the Giants secondary has allowed at least 300 passing yards in three of the past four games. As for Fitzpatrick’s consistency, he has thrown at least two touchdown passes in three of his last four contests.

Other notables: Alex Smith (KC), Kirk Cousins (WAS), Jay Cutler (CHI)

RB – C.J. Anderson, DEN (@ SD)

If you drafted CJA in the first round of your 2015 fantasy draft and then dropped him after his slow start, don’t read this portion. Anderson had the best game of the season last week against the Patriots (113 yards and two TDs). In the snow, Anderson was the Rudolph to Gary Kubiak’s sleigh. As for the Chargers, the defense has allowed an opposing running back to tally at least 23 fantasy points in two of the past three games.

Other notables: LeGarrette Blount (NE), David Johnson (ARI), Shaun Draughn(SF)

WR – T.Y. Hilton, IND (@ PIT)

Thankfully, Andrew Luck missing more games didn’t seem to impact Hilton last week. Against the Buccaneers, Hilton was targeted a team-high 12 times and caught six passes for 95 yards with two touchdowns. Also, in the past six games, the Steelers have allowed an opposing wide receiver to produce at least 17 fantasy points. While Donte Moncrief could be that guy in Week 13, I think Hilton has the edge. Possibly both, too.

Other notables: Jeremy Maclin (KC), Kamar Aiken (BAL), Doug Baldwin (SEA)

TE – Julius Thomas, JAC (@ TEN)

It was the Thursday night game against the Titans where we heard the news that Jacksonville would incorporate Thomas more in the red zone. That night, he made five receptions and scored a TD. Last week, Thomas caught nine passes for 116 yards and a TD. With Allen Hurns likely sidelined, Thomas will get a big boost in the rankings (as will Allen Robinson).

Other notables: Scott Chandler (NE), Delanie Walker (TEN), Kyle Rudolph(MIN)

Sits:

QB – Tyrod Taylor, BUF (vs. HOU)

It seems to be three TDs or bust for T-Mobile this season. In every start, Taylor either accrues three passing touchdowns or is forced to settle for one (he was also saddled with a zero-TD game in Week 11). This week will likely be a bust for Taylor. The Texans have only allowed one passing TD since Week 7.

Others include: Philip Rivers (SD),Jameis Winston (TB), Teddy Bridgewater (MIN)

RB – Lamar Miller, MIA (vs. BAL)

As much as it pains me to put Miller’s name on this side of the start/sit list, it must be done. Last week, he recorded five carries (two yards). Two weeks ago, he notched seven rushing attempts (44 yards). Sure, Bill Lazor has finally been relieved of his duties as the offensive coordinator, but I need to see results before I get fooled again. Also, the Ravens haven’t allowed more than 13 fantasy points to an opposing running back since Week 7 (Chris Johnson).

Others include: Latavius Murray (OAK), Frank Gore (IND), Duke Johnson Jr. (CLE)

WR – Stefon Diggs, MIN (vs. SEA)

Antonio Brown, one of the most explosive receivers in the game, was held to only 51 receiving yards last week while under Richard Sherman’s thumb. Diggs will likely draw that type of attention this week. However, I don’t expect Jarius Wright to have a Markus Wheaton-type game with Diggs buried by Sherman.

Others include: Markus Wheaton (PIT), James Jones (GB), Willie Snead (NO)

TE – Charles Clay, BUF (vs. HOU)

Ever since his hot start in the first four weeks of the season, Clay has been ceramic (sorry). In his last five starts, Clay has compiled over 50 yards only once. We already established the fact that the Houston defense is stingy. When it comes to opposing TEs, they are even tougher. Only two TEs have scored against the Texans this season (Travis Kelce and Julius Thomas). Don’t expect Clay to join that short list.

Others include: Clive Walford (OAK), Jordan Cameron (MIA), Heath Miller(PIT)

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Beyoncé Is Even Blonder

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While the rest of us are warming up our roots in time for winter, Beyonce, aka Queen Bee, aka Mrs Carter, is busy being the epitome of summer with silken blonde hair. The star has been sporting golden locks for a while now, but instead of deepening her color for cool weather, she’s done the opposite. The results? Barbie-like waves of almost white blonde perfection.And here she is at a party over the weekend, looking similarly flawless but with hair that’s even more Marilyn.

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Mass Barber & Beauty Convention (Recap)

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You should have been there!

Thats probably not something a media company should tell its family… but its the truth. We exist to put the spotlight on YOU; the barber, the stylist, the artist, the hair enthusiast… YOU. There was a great turn out! Brothers and sisters from all over the nation came out to show their skills, showcase their products, represent their cities, and teach some lessons. Most importantly, they came out to push the culture forward.

This past Sunday, we were able to meet with some of the most distinguished in the industry. @DLMasterBarber dropped some words of wisdom and wealth, we interviewed some local (and distant) artists, @BarberGeeks hooked me up with a fly straight edge (shot out), and… Well, I’m not going to get into the details because YOU SHOULD HAVE BEEN THERE. Also, we recorded it. The video will be posted on Monday, November 16.

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BTM Buzz with Mr. Peter Parker

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BTM: Who were your influences BEFORE becoming a disk jockey?

PP: I always looked up to Ed Lover & Dr. Dre from Yo! MTV Raps when I was a kid. I connected with Ed on a personality tip, but the silver and black flight cases that held Dre’s turntables were so cool to me.. I looked up to Funkmaster Flex, Kid Carpi, Ron G, Doo Wop and most of the big Mixtape DJs from the 90’s. The Fresh Prince of Bell air

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Barbers’ pay dispute with Modern Man

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A familiar argument flared up recently in a labor fight between Oregon officials and Uber, the ride-service company whose business model depends on contracted workers.

The dispute over what defines an employee versus an independent contractorpops up regularly across the U.S. economy as employers of all sizes seek to trim labor costs and workers try to gain more flexibility and control over their schedules and working conditions.

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NFL Power Rankings Week 3

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Week 3 proved the contenders from the pretenders! The Jets fall from the sky as the Broncos race to take their place. The Patriots remain on top with a 51-17 romping over the Jags while Green Bay and Arizona stay hot on their trail.

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