News in Brief: September 17, 2015

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Queen Elizabeth Buys $1.57M Condo In Chicago
Queen Elizabeth Buys $1.57M Condo In Chicago



Your mid-afternoon look at news across the web. Whether it's sports, tech or straight news stories, we've rounded up all of the information you need to know to stay informed and part of the conversation.

Today, the Queen of England is officially a Chicago resident, Amazon is going to start selling tablets in six-packs, and much more. Read on for your full roundup of news in brief:

News: Earth's record streak of record heat keeps sizzling​

  • The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration announced today that August, this past summer and the first eight months of 2015 all smashed global records in terms of heat.

Entertainment: The Queen of England is now a Chicago resident

  • Queen Elizabeth II just purchased a 26th floor condominium in Chicago. The 44 story building overlooks Grant Park and Buckingham Fountain.

Tech: Amazon is launching a super cheap tablet that sells in six-packs

  • Amazon announced that they are going to sell their Fire tablet for $50, and if you feel like buying a batch, you can get a six-pack for $250, which allows you to ultimately get one for free.

Sports: Patriots employees at center of league investigation reinstated by NFL

  • The NFL allowed for the New England Patriots to reinstate the two employees at the center of a scheme that involved improperly inflating footballs in the AFC championship game.

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