AT&T’s signal…on a really good day

Pope Francis is sending mixed signals. Heralded as a progressive, he gave a speech yesterday, saying “Children have a right to grow up in a family with a father and a mother,” a rather conservative statement by his standards. The Pope will be attending the World Meeting of the Families conference in Philly next September, another possible mixed signal as to his stance on familial matters. (TIME)

Murderer and conspirator Charles Manson has a marriage license to wed his fiancee, Afton “Star” Burton. Manson, serving a life sentence, is 80, and Burton is 25. No mixed signals there. (CNN)

Missouri Governor Jay Nixon has declared a state of emergency in anticipation of civil unrest as the investigation surrounding Officer Darren Wilson is closed and his verdict is announced. Don’t forget the FBI, though; they issued a nationwide announcement, signaling to law enforcement and government agencies the increased potential for violence. (Washington Post)

Intel is releasing a “smart bracelet,” a new piece of wearable technology marketed solely towards women. Its $495 price tag includes a 2-year AT&T data plan featuring overseas service, for all those oft-traveling fashionistas. (TechSpot)

The Florida Marlins and Giancarlo Stanton have agreed on a $325 million deal over 13 years, the most lucrative deal in pro sports…ever. Could the Marlins be signaling to their 10 100 1000 fans a change in fortune in Little Havana? (ESPN)

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