News in Brief: August 13, 2015

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Aftermath of Huge Tianjin Blasts
Aftermath of Huge Tianjin Blasts

Good afternoon! At your convenience, AOL.com spent time sifting through today's headlines and developing stories to bring you the top content in news, entertainment, technology, sports, lifestyle and finance.

News: Huge blasts at Chinese port kill 50, injure more than 700

  • Today, officials and state media confirmed that two huge explosions came through an industrial area where toxic chemicals and gas were stored in the northeast Chinese port city of Tianjin. At least 50 people were killed, including at least a dozen fire fighters.

Entertainment: 3 new Cosby accusers reveal explicit details of alleged assaults

  • Three women, including one who was on 'The Cosby Show' recently came out with new details about Cosby's allegations. Linda Ridgeway Whitedeer, Colleen Hughes and Eden Tirl talk about the length of time that they were allegedly victimized by Cosby.

Tech: Scary ad shows you how kids are addicted to technology

  • Nature Valley's new ad features three generations of families. First, they asked boomers and their kids what they used to do when they were kids to have fun. Answers mostly involved playing outside. Next, the grandchildren are asked what they do today to have fun, and the answers are sad, showing how a lot of today's kids are addicted to technology.

Sports: Last night brought no-hitter for 4th time in MLB season

  • Last night's MLB action featured a no-hitter -- for the fourth time this season -- in Seattle. Back on the East coast, the Mets continued their hot streak, partially thanks to a bright, winged visitor from above.

Lifestyle: Twist on classic sandal takes over fashion world

  • Birkenstocks are making a comeback with new metallic designs. The classic shoes are now available in metallic copper, tourmaline, and silver python. They provide a sophisticated twist on the sandal, and you can style them with jeans, culottes, dresses, or whatever strikes your fancy.

See the gallery below for photos of the explosions in Tianjin:

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