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Marco Rubio slams teens as 'infected' by 'arrogance and boasting' as his approval rating plummets
The Week - 28 Feb 2018 16:36
Florida Sen. Marco Rubio (R) was torn apart on live TV last week during a CNN town hall with Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School shooting survivors, and it appears voters were paying attention. In a...Accused Florida shooter allegedly etched swastikas into rifle magazines
New York Post - 28 Feb 2018 05:01
Florida school shooting suspect Nikolas Cruz reportedly etched swastikas onto the rifle magazines he was using during his alleged killing spree. The 19-year-old brought over 300 rounds of ammunition...Mueller is reportedly very interested in Trump's hotel room in Moscow
The Week - 28 Feb 2018 05:26
Special Counsel Robert Mueller's investigators, wanting to know more about business President Trump conducted in Russia before the 2016 presidential election, have been asking witnesses about...Mueller probing Trump's pre-election financial ties to Russia
New York Post - 28 Feb 2018 05:02
Special Counsel Robert Mueller is reportedly looking into President Trump’s ties in Russia pre-dating his 2016 campaign to run for the president -- including a trip to Moscow for the Miss Universe...American ISIS wannabe extradited from Tunisia to US
New York Post - 28 Feb 2018 04:30
An ISIS wannabe who fled the United States to join the terrorist group is back – and facing federal charges. Bernard Augustine trekked from California to Tunisia in February...11 People Have Fallen Ill After a Suspicious Letter Was Sent to a Military Base Near the Pentagon
Time - 28 Feb 2018 05:24
Three people were hospitalized but are in a stable conditionJudge Orders Tarps Removed From Confederate Statues in Charlottesville
The New York Times - 28 Feb 2018 04:55
The city placed black shrouds over statues of Gens. Robert E. Lee and Stonewall Jackson after a deadly white nationalist rally last August.Police dog loses teeth while chasing down carjacker
New York Post - 28 Feb 2018 04:43
SANTA ANA, Calif. -- Authorities say a police dog that tackled a carjacking suspect after a wild Southern California chase lost most of its teeth taking him down but will recover. Santa Ana police...Hope Hicks Acknowledges She Sometimes Tells White Lies for Trump
The New York Times - 28 Feb 2018 04:35
Ms. Hicks, the White House communications director, told lawmakers investigating Russia's election interference that she has not lied about matters relevant to their inquiry.Staffer files complaint over allegedly lavish Ben Carson office redecoration
CNN - 28 Feb 2018 00:38The former chief administrative officer for the Department of Housing and Urban Development says she was demoted in part for refusing to spend more than was legally allowed to redecorate Secretary Ben...
Hundreds of Worshippers and Their AR-15 Rifles Are Gathering Inside a Church
Time - 28 Feb 2018 17:30(NEWFOUNDLAND, Pa.) — Hundreds of worshippers are gathered inside a Pennsylvania-based church at a blessing ceremony for couples featuring their AR-15 rifles.World Peace and Unification Sanctuary in...
Paedophile plotted gang rape of three year old using Kik
Daily Mail - 28 Feb 2018 16:30
Nicholas Murphy was caught by undercover police as he discussed his sick fantasies with other men on the chat group, and promised he could arrange for a three year old to be sexually abused.Theresa May rejects EU's draft option for Northern Ireland
BBC - 28 Feb 2018 14:54
The prime minister attacks a proposed "common regulatory area" for the island of Ireland.Ex-soldier convicted of murdering 83-year-old dog walker
Daily Mail - 28 Feb 2018 14:52
Peter Wrighton, 83, was killed when walking his two dogs near East Harling, Norfolk. Alexander Palmer, 24, was convicted by a jury at Nottingham Crown Court today.'School marshal' program allowing armed teachers one step closer to reality
New York Post - 28 Feb 2018 05:56
A first-of-its-kind “school marshal” program -- which would allow teachers to carry guns on campus -- moved one step closer to becoming a reality on Tuesday as Florida legislators approved the...NSA director: Russians 'haven't paid a price' for political meddling
New York Post - 28 Feb 2018 05:27
The director of the National Security Agency warned Tuesday that Russian hackers "haven't paid a price" for their ongoing cyber intrusion into the US political system. Adm. Michael Rogers, head of the...How Losing Top Secret Security Clearance Will Hurt Jared Kushner
Time - 28 Feb 2018 05:11
"It's hard to conceive of how he could do his job"New shark species discovered in depths of the Atlantic
USA Today - 28 Feb 2018 05:07
Atlantic sixgill sharks had kept their genetic secrets hidden amid the ocean depths since before the age of the dinosaurs. Small town installs bulletproof shelters in classrooms
New York Post - 28 Feb 2018 16:59
A tiny Oklahoma town aims to keep its students safe in the event of a school shooting - by installing bulletproof shelters in classrooms. Dozens of copycat threats have been investigated across the...Alaska lawmaker says Jews could've survived Holocaust if they had guns
New York Post - 28 Feb 2018 16:59
A gun-loving Alaska congressman suggested that Jews might not have perished in the Holocaust if they had been armed, according to reports. "How many millions of people were shot and killed because...1 UNICEF worker, 5 others killed in Central African Republic
Miami Herald - 28 Feb 2018 16:53The United Nations children's agency says one of its workers and five other education workers have been killed in an attack in Central African Republic. UNICEF's West and Central Africa …
Trump says California border wall on hold until entire wall approved
Reuters - 28 Feb 2018 16:51WASHINGTON
Italian mafia are feared to have killed Slovak journalist
Daily Mail - 28 Feb 2018 16:41
Slovakian journalist Jan Kuciak was working on a story about the activities of the 'Ndrangheta criminal group and their links to people close to the country's prime minister Robert Fico.The Looming Tower Tells a Darkly Ironic Story About the Pre-9/11 Years
Time - 28 Feb 2018 16:38
The portrayal of the intelligence community comes at a fascinating timeMajor calls for MPs to be given free vote on Brexit deal
BBC - 28 Feb 2018 16:36
The former PM says allowing MPs to vote with their "own conscience" will help heal divisions.Harvey Weinstein: Ten women have now reported him to UK police
BBC - 28 Feb 2018 16:34
A 10th woman reports Harvey Weinstein to British police for alleged sexual assault.Sales of bulletproof doors and windows boom as Parkland students return to school
USA Today - 28 Feb 2018 16:33
Some U.S. schools are turning to high-tech windows, doors and locks to stop attackers, even as parents buy bulletproof backpacks for their children 13-year-old girl charged with 15 felony counts for school threats in Pennsylvania
USA Today - 28 Feb 2018 16:33
She is being charged as a juvenile. She strangled and stabbed an autistic teen - then checked it off her bucket list, court says
Miami Herald - 28 Feb 2018 16:29It was June 13, 2016, in Perth, Australia, and Aaron Pajich was headed over to his friend's house. The 18-year-old video gamer, who had Asperger's syndrome, had been invited over …
Iconic Jerusalem church reopens after closing to protest tax plan
New York Post - 28 Feb 2018 16:29
JERUSALEM -- The Church of the Holy Sepulchre in Jerusalem reopened early on Wednesday after Israeli officials suspended a plan to impose taxes on church properties in the holy city. The iconic...The Latest: Theresa May: EU Irish border plan 'unacceptable'
Miami Herald - 28 Feb 2018 14:58The Latest on Brexit negotiations (all times local): 12:45 p.m. Prime Minister Theresa May says a European Union proposal for the Irish border after Brexit would "undermine the constitutional...
Accused serial killer Bruce McArthur to make court appearance
Toronto Sun - 28 Feb 2018 14:55
TORONTO — Accused serial killer Bruce McArhur will be back in a Toronto court Wednesday via video link. The 66-year-old self-employed landscaper was arrested in January and has since been charged...Egypt's chief prosecutor wants close monitoring of the media
Miami Herald - 28 Feb 2018 14:50Egypt's chief prosecutor on Wednesday reminded his staff to closely monitor the media and start legal action against any outlet that disrupts security or hurts national interests, according to a …
Ethiopian Jews threaten mass hunger strike over Israel move
Miami Herald - 28 Feb 2018 14:49Representatives for thousands of Ethiopian Jews announced Wednesday they will stage a mass hunger strike if Israel eliminates funding to allow them to join their families in that country. Hundreds …...
The Latest: Large part of France on alert for snow, wind
Miami Herald - 28 Feb 2018 14:49The Latest on the wintry weather conditions across Europe (all times local): 12:45 p.m. France's national weather agency, Meteo France, says a large part of the country is on alert …
Meghan Markle: 'There Is No Better Time' for Movements Like Time's Up and #MeToo
Time - 28 Feb 2018 14:46
She voiced support for the movements during a joint royal forumSnow arrives in Spain as 24 are killed across Europe
Daily Mail - 28 Feb 2018 14:43
Snow warnings were issued for much of northern Spain on Wednesday as the cold weather tightened its grip on Europe, causing 24 deaths across the continent.Trains collide in Egyptian province of Beheira, killing 10
Miami Herald - 28 Feb 2018 14:37Egypt's state-run news agency says a train collision in coastal Beheira province has left 10 people dead and 15 others injured. Wednesday's report by the MENA news agency quotes the …
D-Day looms for Lily and Barbrook mines
Mail & Guardian - 28 Feb 2018 12:24The mines face provisional liquidation and 900 jobs will be lost - unless the IDC grants a loan
Broome airport reopens after bomb alert
The West Australian - 28 Feb 2018 08:08Man taken into police custody after airport bomb alert
Shooting survivor’s father admits email changes in CNN spat
USA Today - 28 Feb 2018 05:51
The father of a Florida shooting survivor said Tuesday he omitted words in an email accusing CNN of using scripted remarks at a recent townhall. Calls for overhaul of residential colleges after new report details sexual assault, harassment
ABC News - 28 Feb 2018 05:32University activists are calling for an overhaul in the way on-campus residential colleges are governed in the wake of serious allegations of sexual assault and harassment.
Hope Hicks 'admits she tells LIES for Trump'
Daily Mail - 28 Feb 2018 05:28
Hicks refused to answer most questions pertaining to her work in the Trump Administration, according to members of the House Intelligence Committee.Immigrant wanted in 1982 Chicago homicide arrested in Arizona
Chicago Tribune - 28 Feb 2018 05:15
A man arrested by U.S. Border Patrol agents Monday night in Arizona is a Mexican man who's been a fugitive from a Chicago murder case since 1982, according to authorities and records. A man...Cesored! China bans the letter N from the internet as Xi Jinping extends grip on power
The Guardian - 28 Feb 2018 05:11
Amid fallout from the decision to allow Xi to be president for life, censors also crack down on letters, phrases and George Orwell's Animal Farm It is the 14th letter in the English alphabet and, in...Ex-Fla. deputy called 'coward' by Trump once said his goal was to 'protect our kids'
ABC News - 28 Feb 2018 05:05
Former Florida deputy branded 'coward' by Trump once told school board, 'We're all here for the same goal, to protect our kids'Papua New Guinea quake killed at least 15, governor says
Miami Herald - 28 Feb 2018 05:03A powerful earthquake two days ago killed at least 15 people, injured dozens and brought work to a halt at four oil and gas fields in a remote Papua New …
Trump urges prison reform, not sentencing overhaul after pushback
Reuters - 28 Feb 2018 04:58WASHINGTON
Sheriff: Man uses AR-15 assault rifle to stop Oswego Township stabbing
Chicago Tribune - 28 Feb 2018 04:57
A resident used his AR-15 assault rifle to stop a stabbing in his Oswego Township apartment building Monday afternoon, Kendall County sheriff's officials said. Dave Thomas, 41, a National Rifle...Democrats set up for gun control votes Wednesday as CPD top cop Johnson pushes for changes
Chicago Tribune - 28 Feb 2018 04:55
Chicago police Superintendent Eddie Johnson on Tuesday praised lawmakers for advancing gun control legislation named for slain Cmdr. Paul Bauer, one day before officials are expected to take a series...Saying 'Me Too' in Japan has risk of being bashed, ignored
Miami Herald - 28 Feb 2018 04:54Japanese women who say "Me too" do so at their own risk. Online comments accused Rika Shiiki of lying and being a publicity hound when she tweeted that she lost …
Aide linked to Ivanka Trump and Jared Kushner is leaving
CNN - 28 Feb 2018 04:54A top White House communications aide who has worked most closely with Jared Kushner and Ivanka Trump is leaving the White House in the coming months.
Defense lawyers clash with prosecutors at city council hearing
NY Daily News - 28 Feb 2018 04:52
Criminal cases are horribly skewed toward prosecutors who withhold key information until the last minute.Police Chief Mark Saunders criticized for comments about McArthur investigation
Toronto Sun - 28 Feb 2018 04:45
BY JACK BOLAND Members of the city's LBGTQ community in Toronto’s Gay Village are dismayed over comments made by Toronto's top cop that alleged serial killer Bruce McArthur may have been brought...HUD employee claims she was demoted after she flagged Ben Carson's $31K furniture purchase
Chicago Tribune - 28 Feb 2018 04:35
When the acting head of the Department of Housing and Urban Development asked an agency official to "find money" to pay for a costly makeover of incoming Secretary Ben Carson's office, she recoiled,...Officials Worried 'Naive' Kushner Could Be Manipulated By Foreigners: Report
The Huffington Post - 28 Feb 2018 02:50
The story dropped the same day we learned Jared Kushner had lost his top-secret security clearance.Europe freezes as temperatures dip into the negatives during cold snap
NY Daily News - 28 Feb 2018 01:45
A blistering winter wind blew from Siberia and over to Europe on Monday, Feb. 26, 2018, causing temperatures to fall to sub-zero and lower. The "Beast from the East" winds have essentially turned the...Astronomers in WA find evidence of what happened after Big Bang
The West Australian - 28 Feb 2018 20:00Astronomers found the first evidence of what happened 15-20 minutes after the Big Bang.
Save the Children official fired for historical child safeguarding concerns
The Guardian - 28 Feb 2018 18:04
Charity admits major failings in hiring practices after employing worker for two decades Save the Children has admitted to major failings in its employment procedures after it emerged that a senior...'Lion whisperer' shocked after woman killed by lioness under his care
Eyewitness News - 28 Feb 2018 17:09The 22-year-old woman was attacked by the animal on Tuesday while visiting Kevin Richardson's private camp in the Dinokeng Game Reserve.
The Vaccine-Autism Myth Started 20 Years Ago. Here's Why It Still Endures Today
Time - 28 Feb 2018 17:00
Anti-vaccination headlines—like “HPV vaccine leaves another 17-year-old-girl paralyzed”—populate the Internet. That, and “Mom researches vaccines, discovers vaccination horrors, goes vaccine...Doping: Russia's Olympic membership is 'fully reinstated'
CNN - 28 Feb 2018 16:55Officially ostracized from the recent Winter Games over a long-running doping saga, Russia says it has now been welcomed back into the Olympic family.
Stan Lee's longtime manager is fired over honeytrap claims
Daily Mail - 28 Feb 2018 16:53
Marvel co-creator Stan Lee, 95, fired his bodyguard-manager, Max Anderson, DailyMail.com reveals after Anderson rowed with JC Lee, 67, so badly cops were called to Stan's Los Angeles home.Major US retailer pulls assault-style rifles
BBC - 28 Feb 2018 16:28
Dick's Sporting Goods is to stop selling the kind of gun used in the Florida school attack.NFL splits with Papa John's, makes Pizza Hut new sponsor
Chicago Tribune - 28 Feb 2018 16:20An open letter to President Erdoğan from 38 Nobel laureates | JM Coetzee, Kazuo Ishiguro, Svetlana Alexievich and others
The Guardian - 28 Feb 2018 16:03
Until Turkey frees detained writers and returns to the rule of law, it cannot claim to be a member of the free world Dear President Erdoğan, We wish to draw your attention to the damage being done to...American accused of attempted rape, killing Cambodia masseuse
NY Daily News - 28 Feb 2018 14:50
Shawn Sanchez was found with several hundred dollars in cash and a knife.Elmhurst police investigate after suspect flees traffic stop
Chicago Tribune - 28 Feb 2018 14:47Arson eyed in Pickering townhouse blaze
Toronto Sun - 28 Feb 2018 14:44
PICKERING — Three homes have been destroyed after fire ripped through a townhouse complex in Pickering early Wednesday. There were no reported injuries in the fire, which is being eyed as arson, but...ANC reclaims its central mission -- land
Mail & Guardian - 28 Feb 2018 13:50After 1994 the party lost its way in its quest to repossess the land but it's now back on track
Man stabbed by acquaintance downtown
Chicago Tribune - 28 Feb 2018 13:25Race/Related: A Coda to Black History Month
The New York Times - 28 Feb 2018 13:03Amanda Gorman, the first national youth poet laureate, has written original poetry for The Times's Race/Related newsletter. We animated her work.
Tracey Cox reveals how to improve libido with diet
Daily Mail - 28 Feb 2018 12:31
WARNING: Contains adult content. Sex and relationships expert Tracey Cox reveals how you can transform your sexual encounters using bedroom exercises, combined with small dietary changes.Policeman reveals horror he found at sangoma's premises
Sowetan LIVE - 28 Feb 2018 12:01A police officer described the trauma he and other officers experienced when they discovered remains believed to be those of Gabisile Shabani.
Amazon Prime Video signs content deal with Disney India; will stream Marvel, ABC shows like Inhumans, The Crossing
Firstpost - 28 Feb 2018 11:47The deal will help to make Amazon Prime Video the streaming home for seven upcoming international titles from Marvel and ABC. The post Amazon Prime Video signs content deal with Disney India; will...
Roy Hill victim of timing
The West Australian - 28 Feb 2018 10:31Council recommended a knock back for Roy Hill's export increase application
[WATCH LIVE] Concourt hears arguments on Shaun Abrahams keeping his job
Eyewitness News - 28 Feb 2018 10:14The Constitutional Court is hearing arguments on whether the appointment of prosecutions boss Shaun Abrahams was unconstitutional or whether he should remain in his post.
EPA Participates in Energy Roundtable with States, Tribes, Businesses and Environmental Groups to Enhance Coordination and Promote Responsible Domestic Production of Oil and Gas Resources
U.S. EPA - 28 Feb 2018 07:00DENVER, CO. -- Today, U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) wrapped up a two-day oil and natural gas roundtable with stakeholders including state and local leaders, tribes, industry, trade...
Indiana governor to sign Sunday booze bill
USA Today - 28 Feb 2018 05:23
Indiana's ban on Sunday carryout alcohol sales dates to the aftermath of Prohibition’s repeal in the 1930s. China factory index at 19-month low as holiday slows work
Miami Herald - 28 Feb 2018 05:17China's manufacturing activity weakened to its lowest level in more than a year and a half as the extended Lunar New Year holiday curtailed production. The official purchasing managers' index …
Hopes rest on resources revival to fuel Perth CBD office rebound
The West Australian - 28 Feb 2018 04:53
The CBRE's 2018 Real Estate Market Outlook report found the low-growth economic environment was sharpening investor focus.Teachers should shed light, not pack heat
USA Today - 28 Feb 2018 03:28
Putting guns in classrooms is a recipe for even more tragedy. How I saved £1,500 in six hours by switching all bills
Daily Mail - 28 Feb 2018 02:38
With her new baby asleep and the house tidy... ish, Mail writer LOUISE ECCLES set aside a few hours of her maternity leave to switch every major bill and find out what she could save.One mother tried sounding the alarm on 'deplorable' conditions at Dixmoor mental health facility
Chicago Tribune - 28 Feb 2018 02:18
The mother of one of the residents evacuated last week from what police described as a bedbug-ridden mental health facility in Dixmoor said Tuesday she tried to raise the alarm with village officials...House members can charge taxpayers for bulletproof vests, guards
USA Today - 28 Feb 2018 02:16
On a voice vote Tuesday, the Committee on House Administrationpassed a security resolution amending the Members' Congressional Handbook. Man accused of intentionally killing sorority girl who overdosed
New York Post - 28 Feb 2018 01:28
A 22-year-old drug dealer in South Carolina is accused of deliberately killing a sorority girl with a fatal dose of narcotics, officials said. Anthony "A.J." Hunt was arraigned Monday on federal...Mom kills son crashing car in 4th DWI: cops
New York Post - 28 Feb 2018 00:24
A 6-year-old boy died and two other children were injured after their mother was allegedly driving drunk and crashed their car on Saturday, according to police. New Mexico State Police said in a news...Girl sent terrified texts to mother as teacher fired gun in class
New York Post - 28 Feb 2018 23:59
DALTON, Ga. -- A mother says she was terrified as her daughter texted her while hiding inside her darkened classroom as police responded to reports of gunfire inside a Georgia high school. Annmarie...AP source: White House Communications Director Hope Hicks resigning
Chicago Tribune - 28 Feb 2018 23:58Georgia teacher arrested after firing gunshot in school classroom
Reuters - 28 Feb 2018 23:57(Reuters) - An armed high school teacher in Georgia barricaded himself alone inside his classroom on Wednesday and fired a gunshot when the principal tried to force open the door, but no one was...
CCTV captured teenager climb into Ferrari before crash
Daily Mail - 28 Feb 2018 23:56
A jury was shown the final moments of Alexander Worth, 13, who was killed when a Ferrari careered into a post. CCTV captured Alexander climbing into the car in Hampshire (pictured).One of Quebec's harshest sentences for prison escapee who hijacked plane
CTV News - 28 Feb 2018 23:56
Benjamin Hudon-Barbeau has been sentenced to life in prison with no possibility of parole for 35 years.One of Quebec's harshest sentences for prison escapee who hijacked helicopter
CTV News - 28 Feb 2018 23:56Benjamin Hudon-Barbeau has been sentenced to life in prison with no possibility of parole for 35 years.Hope Hicks to Resign as White House Communications Director
The New York Times - 28 Feb 2018 23:55
Ms. Hicks, who had been considering a departure for several months, did not indicate what her next job would be, but she said that she plans to leave the White House in the coming weeks.Hilarious moment woman reacts to losing her eyebrow
Daily Mail - 28 Feb 2018 23:54
Poppy Gasson was trying out an eyebrow tattoo liquid stainer she ordered off the internet before disaster struck. But she was dismayed when she wiped off the product to see she had no eyebrow.Fernando Llorente scores hat-trick as Spurs end Rochdale's Cup dream
The Guardian - 28 Feb 2018 23:54
It was a game of two halves, but with a twist. Spurs romped home in the second period with a cocky display on a carpet of snow. The first half, however, belonged to VAR. The video assistant disallowed...Alexis Ohanian Declared Serena Williams the "Greatest Momma of All Time" on Some Billboards: Cute or Annoying?
Slate - 28 Feb 2018 23:54On Tuesday, the Internet's Lonely Hearts' Club was set ablaze with one of the most public displays of affection to grace Instagram since that TEDx speaker wrote an ode to his curvy wife. To welcome...
White House communications director and close Trump adviser resigns
ABC News - 28 Feb 2018 23:53Long-time Donald Trump adviser Hope Hicks is resigning from her job as White House communications director.
Trump vows to 'stop the nonsense' on guns
CNN - 28 Feb 2018 23:52President Donald Trump on Wednesday signaled his support for a hodgepodge of policies -- from strengthening background checks to raising the minimum age to buy certain guns and taking guns away from...
Man Held 14-Year-Old Girl Captive While Being Electronically Monitored, Police Say
Time - 28 Feb 2018 23:52
The Ohio man was already electronically monitored from an earlier abduction caseWoman busted for poisoning friend's cheesecake in ID theft bid
NY Daily News - 28 Feb 2018 23:52
It was a little slice of hell.Teen lands beauty campaign for her finger-tutting skills
Daily Mail - 28 Feb 2018 23:52
Teenage social media star Dytto, who has two million subscribers on YouTube, has just landed her very own beauty campaign thanks to an usual skill: finger-tutting.Jailed Model Claims She Will Trade Secrets About President Trump and Russia for Freedom
Time - 28 Feb 2018 23:52
Anastasia Vashukevich says she has a story involving the Kremlin and TrumpPrompted by public outcry, Arlington Heights urges state to pass more gun control measures
Chicago Tribune - 28 Feb 2018 23:52Teacher pleads guilty to sex with teen whose girlfriend found their texts
New York Post - 28 Feb 2018 23:51
POTTSTOWN, Pa. -- A former Pennsylvania high school teacher has pleaded guilty to having sex with a 16-year-old student. Investigators say 38-year-old Melissa Bonkoski started communicating outside of...Bulls have entered the messy land of tanking, er, player development
Chicago Tribune - 28 Feb 2018 23:50Karratha's bush chook car back on the market
The West Australian - 28 Feb 2018 23:50
The Export-themed Zook is up for $2,999Russian Trolls Used This One Weird Trick To Infiltrate Our Democracy. You'll Never Believe Where They Learned It.
The Huffington Post - 28 Feb 2018 23:49
What Russia's dirty tricks campaign had in common with online media.Woman claims she was repeatedly groped on Delta flight
New York Post - 28 Feb 2018 23:48
SEATTLE -- A woman who says she was groped during an international flight, prompting her to launch a campaign to draw attention to such mid-flight assaults, sued Delta Air Lines on Tuesday over what...Questions over Cossack land value
The West Australian - 28 Feb 2018 23:48A block has been on the market for just $14,000
Police arrest teacher barricaded in classroom, at least 1 shot fired
ABC News - 28 Feb 2018 23:47
A teacher at a Georgia high school was arrested today after the individual apparently barricaded themselves in a classroom, police said.Border booze runs end for Hoosiers as governor signs bill allowing Sunday alcohol sales
Chicago Tribune - 28 Feb 2018 23:47Quebec husband and wife charged with stealing $2M worth of goods
CTV News - 28 Feb 2018 23:45
A husband and wife from Saint-Lin have been charged on allegations of stealing $2 million worth of goods from stores in different parts of the province.Hope Hicks to resign as White House communications director
The Week - 28 Feb 2018 23:45
White House communications director Hope Hicks will resign in the coming weeks, The New York Times reported Wednesday. Hicks announced the decision just one day after she gave a closed-door interview...U.S. Olympic Committee CEO Stepping Down Amid Gymnastics Sex Abuse Scandal
Time - 28 Feb 2018 23:45
Scott Blackmun was diagnosed with prostate cancer earlier this winterEmpty seats, missing friends as Florida school reopens after shooting | Reuters
Firstpost - 28 Feb 2018 23:45The post Empty seats, missing friends as Florida school reopens after shooting | Reuters appeared first on Firstpost.
Cambodia's PM facing backlash over threat to have Sydney protesters beaten up
ABC News - 28 Feb 2018 23:45Shadow Treasurer Chris Bowen says Australia will not let Cambodia's Prime Minister harass protesters when the authoritarian leader visits this month.
Hope Hicks, White House communications director, reportedly resigning
Boston - 28 Feb 2018 23:44
WASHINGTON (AP) -- White House Communications Director Hope Hicks, one of President Donald Trump's most loyal aides, is resigning. In a statement, the president praises Hicks for her work over the...STASI: Don't worry, aliens won't hack us -- they'd sooner kill us
NY Daily News - 28 Feb 2018 23:42
Cyber-attack anyone? Never mind the Russians -- what about the Martians?What are microaggressions? Small slights with serious consequences
USA Today - 28 Feb 2018 23:41
Microaggressions are often racially charged "subtle blows," but over time they can take a toll on mental and physical health. Bernie Sanders And Mike Lee Want A Fight With Saudis. Trump's Working To Stop Them.
The Huffington Post - 28 Feb 2018 23:40
The senators are trying to force an up-or-down vote on U.S. support for a brutal Saudi-led coalition in Yemen.Don Young Suggests The Holocaust Happened Because Jewish People Weren't Armed
The Huffington Post - 28 Feb 2018 23:40
"It's offensive for anyone to manipulate the history of the Holocaust to score political points," the Anti-Defamation League said.Flu vaccine linked to lower death risk for heart failure patients: Study
ABC News - 28 Feb 2018 23:40
For people with heart failure, getting the vaccine in any given year was linked to a 50 percent decrease in risk of death during flu season, according to a new study.Hope Hicks to resign as White House communications director
New York Post - 28 Feb 2018 23:39
White House Communications Director Hope Hicks -- one of President Trump's top and most trusted advisers -- said Wednesday that she is going to resign. The 29-year-old Hicks joined Trump's campaign...Hope Hicks Is Leaving The White House
The Huffington Post - 28 Feb 2018 23:39
Hicks, one of Trump's most trusted advisers, has reportedly become a focus of the Mueller probe.Singapore: The House That Lee Built
Al Jazeera English - 28 Feb 2018 23:39We investigate Lee Kuan Yew's complex legacy and the reasons behind a family dispute dividing Singapore's ruling elite.
Florida Democratic Rep. says she's "heartened" by meeting with Trump
CBSNews - 28 Feb 2018 23:39Rep. Stephanie Murphy was in the meeting with President Trump about gun control legislation Wednesday
Trump Stuns Lawmakers With Seeming Embrace of Gun Control Measures
The New York Times - 28 Feb 2018 23:38
In a televised meeting in the Cabinet Room, the president appeared to stun giddy Democrats and stone-faced Republicans by calling for comprehensive gun control.US Olympic boss resigns amid scandals
CNN - 28 Feb 2018 23:37Scott Blackmun is stepping down as the chief executive of the United States Olympic Committee, the organization announced Wednesday.
'African Mona Lisa' fetches £1.2m at auction in London
The Guardian - 28 Feb 2018 23:37
Portrait of Nigerian princess Tutu found recently in London flat after being lost for decades A long-lost portrait of a Nigerian princess described as the "African Mona Lisa" sold at a London auction...Red Sparrow reviews: Lawrence 'gets nude at whore school'
Daily Mail - 28 Feb 2018 23:37
In a link to her review posted on Twitter, Village Voice critic April Wolfe described the movie by stating: 'In short, Jennifer Lawrence goes to whore school and learns to get naked and pick locks.'Trump: "Take the Guns First, Go Through Due Process Second"
Slate - 28 Feb 2018 23:36Donald Trump just hosted a meeting of members of Congress from both parties at the White House to discuss potential gun-violence legislation. We'll have more on the meeting--in which Trump expressed...
Dianne Feinstein cannot contain her excitement at Trump's liberal Freudian slips
The Week - 28 Feb 2018 23:35
President Trump on Wednesday gathered a bipartisan group of lawmakers at the White House to discuss gun control. Over the course of the lengthy meeting, Trump seemed to veer left on a host of issues,...Jets coach Todd Bowles pledges support for Bears coach Matt Nagy: 'I've known Matt since he was yay high'
Chicago Tribune - 28 Feb 2018 23:35Cyclist hit by four-wheel drive in Bayswater
The West Australian - 28 Feb 2018 23:35
The female rider was rushed to Royal Perth Hospital.Long-serving Trump adviser quits White House
Sky News - 28 Feb 2018 23:34
Hope Hicks, a long-serving adviser to Donald Trump, has quit her role as White House communications director.Rob Gronkowski is reportedly expected to return to the Patriots in 2018
Boston - 28 Feb 2018 23:32
Rob Gronkowski should be back on the football field next season, according to NFL insider Ian Rapoport. “I have not talked to one person who believes Rob Gronkowski will retire,” Rapoport reported...Man pleads not guilty to killing woman with frying pan
New York Post - 28 Feb 2018 23:32
HARDIN, Mont. -- A 22-year-old Montana man has pleaded not guilty to charges that allege he beat three women with a frying pan, killing one of them. James Isiah Brien of Hardin was arraigned in...These health problems can be predicted with a look into your eyes
CNN - 28 Feb 2018 23:31More proof that the eyes reflect overall health just arrived in the form of a study adding a disease to the list of what can be predicted by examining "the windows to the soul."
Spotify files for direct listing on New York Stock Exchange
Reuters - 28 Feb 2018 23:31(Reuters) - Music streaming service Spotify on Wednesday filed for a direct listing of its shares, taking an unusual path to the U.S. public markets for a large company.
They Were Trained for This Moment
Slate - 28 Feb 2018 23:30The students of Marjory Stoneman Douglas High Schoolreturned to class Wednesday morning two weeks and moral centuries after a tragic mass shooting ended the lives of 17 classmates and teachers. Sen....
Lakers News: Corey Brewer's Contract Gets Bought Out, Josh Hart Injured
IBTimes - 28 Feb 2018 23:30The Los Angeles Lakers and reserve forward Corey Brewer have agreed to a contract buyout, according to reports. Brewer, 31, will be an unrestricted free agent this summer. He is earning $7.58 million...
Once It Was Overdue Books. Now Librarians Fight Overdoses.
The New York Times - 28 Feb 2018 23:30
The opioid epidemic has turned librarians into emergency medical workers and prompted a debate over whether they should administer the anti-overdose drug naloxone.CORRECTED: Trump asks Congress for broad bill on guns, schools after shooting | Reuters
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Jailed Instagram model wants to trade secrets for freedom
Miami Herald - 28 Feb 2018 23:29A Belarusian woman jailed in Thailand for offering sex lessons without a work permit says she has a story to tell involving the Kremlin, Russian billionaires and even the president …
What Is the Coldest Netflix Show?
Slate - 28 Feb 2018 23:28Of the many metrics you can apply to a television show--quality, length, number of jokes, volume of tears shed, presence or lack of Sarah Paulson--one that often goes unremarked upon is the...
Trump Nobel Peace Prize nomination was fake, Nobel Institute suspects
USA Today - 28 Feb 2018 23:27
A proposal that US President Donald Trump join their ranks is suspected to be fraudulent, according to the Nobel Institute. Scott Blackmun Steps Down as Head of U.S.O.C. Under Pressure From Larry Nassar Case
The New York Times - 28 Feb 2018 23:26
A congressional inquiry into the Olympic organization's handling of allegations of sex abuse had intensified scrutiny of Blackmun, the chief executive.Ben Affleck and Jennifer Garner go to Legoland with son
Daily Mail - 28 Feb 2018 23:26
Ben Affleck teamed up with ex-wife Jennifer Garner, 45, to celebrate son Samuel's sixth birthday on Monday. The actor squeezed into a tiny boat and taught his son how to steer it.Fight or flight - would you confront a gunman?
BBC - 28 Feb 2018 23:25
President Trump says he would have run into the Florida school, even unarmed. What would you do?Guantánamo commander on help from the Cuban military extinguishing base wildfires
Miami Herald - 28 Feb 2018 23:25On Wednesday, Feb. 28, 2018, Guantánamo base commander Capt. Dave Culpepper briefed reporters about receiving help from the Cuban military to extinguish wildfires that jumped the Cuban minefield Feb....
Haley thanks Guatemala for help on Venezuela, Israel embassy
Miami Herald - 28 Feb 2018 23:24Washington's U.N. ambassador thanked Guatemala on Wednesday for its support in confronting Venezuela over concerns about democracy and human rights in the South American nation. Speaking after meeting...
Trump taunts Sessions but this time Attorney-General fires back
ABC News - 28 Feb 2018 23:24Donald Trump launches a fresh attack on his Attorney-General's "disgraceful" handling of Republican complaints about the FBI, but this time Jeff Sessions hits back saying he will continue to discharge...
Long-lost Monet found in Louvre storage
New York Post - 28 Feb 2018 23:23
A long-lost painting by French Impressionist master Claude Monet was recently discovered rolled up in a corner of a storage facility at the Louvre Museum in Paris, officials said. The 1916 oil...Cop Stoppers
Slate - 28 Feb 2018 23:22The National Rifle Association knows exactly whom to blame for the Feb. 14 mass shooting in Parkland, Florida. The real culprit, says the NRA, is the Federal Bureau of Investigation. As the NRA points...
Park Ridge zoning board rejects request for eye care franchise at former Pickwick Restaurant
Chicago Tribune - 28 Feb 2018 23:22Op-Ed Contributor: The Cruel Ploy of Taking Immigrant Kids From Their Parents
The New York Times - 28 Feb 2018 23:21
Using children as bargaining chips with parents who seek refuge in America is horrifying.Phone home? 4G network to launch on the moon
Sky News - 28 Feb 2018 23:21
You might not be able to access mobile phone coverage during your summer countryside getaway, but high-speed 4G connectivity will soon be available on the moon.CEO of U.S. Olympic Committee stepping down
CBSNews - 28 Feb 2018 23:19Scott Blackmun faced calls for his resignation in the wake of the Larry Nassar sex abuse scandal; he cited health problems as the reason for stepping down
Man charged with arson, battery after Round Lake Park barricade situation
Chicago Tribune - 28 Feb 2018 23:19'I Just Want It to Be How It Was.' Florida Shooting Survivors Describe Their First Day Back at School
Time - 28 Feb 2018 23:18
"Everyone was united"If Democrats run in 2018 like they're running in California, they're in big trouble
USA Today - 28 Feb 2018 23:17
Have the Democrats not learned anything from watching the war within the Republican Party? Apparently not. What Happened to Trump's Own Red Line on Syria?
Slate - 28 Feb 2018 23:16The Organization for the Prohibition of Chemical Weapons launched an investigation last weekend into allegations that the Syrian government has on several occasions used chlorine gas in its ongoing...
Our readers love this comforter—and it's a crazy low price on Amazon right now
USA Today - 28 Feb 2018 23:15
The Equinox Thin Duvet Insert is on sale, making it the perfect springtime replacement for your old comforter. The Obama Center and the promise of a South Side turnaround
Chicago Tribune - 28 Feb 2018 23:15The Great Population Exchange between Turkey and Greece
Al Jazeera English - 28 Feb 2018 23:14The lasting legacy of the population exchange between Greece and Turkey after the fall of the Ottoman Empire.
Reader callout: What's the worst rotary in Massachusetts?
Boston - 28 Feb 2018 23:13
We’re putting together a list of our readers’ least favorite rotaries -- the ones they try to avoid at all costs -- and we want to hear from you. Whether it’s the rotary’s design or traffic,...How a heavy comforter could treat insomnia and anxiety
Daily Mail - 28 Feb 2018 23:09
Weighted blankets used for decades in therapy for children with developmental disorders and to calm anxious animals are now being marketed to adults with anxiety and sleep issues.Here's how you can personalize the Google Home to do exactly what you want
USA Today - 28 Feb 2018 23:08
"OK Google, make my life easier." Trump's controversial pick for Colombia Ambassador gets confirmation hearing next week
Miami Herald - 28 Feb 2018 23:08President Donald Trump's pick for Colombia ambassador has been scheduled for a Senate confirmation hearing on March 7 at 2:30 p.m. Joseph Macmanus is a 30-year veteran of the Foreign …
3 Floyds brewery expansion easily approved by Munster planners
Chicago Tribune - 28 Feb 2018 23:08Trump: I've told NRA 'it's time' to strengthen gun laws
Sky News - 28 Feb 2018 23:07
Donald Trump says he has told officials from the National Rifle Association that "it's time" to strengthen US gun laws.Spotify Files For A $1 Billion IPO
Forbes - 28 Feb 2018 23:06
Spotify's filing is the second large tech company IPO filing recently, following Dropbox which did it five days ago.Labor to issue warning to colleges over assault reports: clean up your act or else
ABC News - 28 Feb 2018 23:05Residential colleges will be issued a stark warning by the Federal Opposition: sort out your problems with sexual assault and hazing, or Parliament will do it for you.
I'd run for Prez if God told me to: Oprah
The West Australian - 28 Feb 2018 23:05
Oprah Winfrey says she would only run for president if God told her to do so, but so far no divine intervention has materialised.Supreme Court conundrum: Should the right to vote depend on what you wear?
USA Today - 28 Feb 2018 23:05
All states regulate campaign speech at the polls, but 11 have broader bans against political badges, buttons and insignia. Abundance of cap space for Bears should come with reminder: Free agency has been dangerous
Chicago Tribune - 28 Feb 2018 23:05Op-Ed Contributor: Has Jared Kushner Conspired to Defraud America?
The New York Times - 28 Feb 2018 23:04
In the guise of pursuing U.S. foreign policy, maybe the president's son-in-law was serving the financial interests of his family.Brazil mail implements security tax for deliveries in Rio
Miami Herald - 28 Feb 2018 23:04Brazil's state-run postal service says it will start charging extra to deliver letters and packages in Rio de Janeiro due to a wave of wave of violence in the state. …
Brazil mail implements security tax for deliveries in Rio
Fox News - 28 Feb 2018 23:03Brazil's state-run postal service says it will start charging extra to deliver letters and packages in Rio de Janeiro due to a wave of wave of violence in the state.
Prosecutor: Plea deal likely in Park City child endangerment case
Chicago Tribune - 28 Feb 2018 23:03Why are women detained at Yarl's Wood on hunger strike?
Al Jazeera English - 28 Feb 2018 23:02Immigrants and asylum seekers protest against indefinite detention in UK as activists and politicians raise concerns.
Lens: Echoes of Lynchings in Quiet Photos
The New York Times - 28 Feb 2018 23:00
Oliver Clasper traveled through the United States seeking spaces where lynchings took place, ranging from the American south to New York City.Bowel cancer patients should eat nuts, suggest study
Daily Mail - 28 Feb 2018 23:00
Some 826 patients with stage three colon cancer - when the disease has began to spread to the lymph nodes - were followed by researchers at the Yale Cancer Center.This best-selling lightweight comforter is under $20 right now
USA Today - 28 Feb 2018 23:00The Equinox Thin Duvet Insert is on sale, making it the perfect springtime replacement for your old comforter. Georgia teacher in custody after police say he fired a gun in empty classroom
USA Today - 28 Feb 2018 23:00
Police convinced the teacher to surrender after 30 to 45 minutes and said no students were ever in danger. Trump asks Congress for broad bill on guns, schools after shooting | Reuters
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UFC fighter recalls horror of daughter being at Parkland shooting
USA Today - 28 Feb 2018 23:00
UFC heavyweight's 16-year-old daughter is junior at Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School. Macbeth review - murder on the dance floor in Mark Bruce's stunner
The Guardian - 28 Feb 2018 23:00
Wilton's Music Hall, LondonFrom gibbering witches to cascading horror, this darkly hectic dance adaptation is beautifully executed As the choreographer of Dracula, The Odyssey and other dark stories,...This common retirement advice could make you run out of money
USA Today - 28 Feb 2018 23:00
The "your age in bonds" rule doesn't work very well once you're in retirement. Congressional candidate vows to 'definitely' get high if he wins
NY Daily News - 28 Feb 2018 22:59
Benjamin Thomas Wolf has promised to toke up if voters give him the thumbs up.Why We Need Rise-Up Economics, Not Trickle-Down
OpEdNews - 28 Feb 2018 22:59In the three decades following World War II, we made huge investments in education, health, and infrastructure. The result was rising median incomes. Since then, public investments have lagged, and...
Kate Middleton braves the ice at National portrait Gallery
Daily Mail - 28 Feb 2018 22:59
The Duchess, 36, is visiting the exhibition Victorian Giants: The Birth of Art Photography at the National Portrait Gallery in London ahead of its opening to the public tomorrow.Trump holds listening session with lawmakers on guns
Daily Mail - 28 Feb 2018 22:58
Trump will hear directly from lawmakers leading the charge for new gun violence prevention measures this afternoon in the wake of Parkland, but Florida Sen. Bill Nelson won't be one of them.Qatar's Sheikh Tamim and Donald Trump to meet in April
Al Jazeera English - 28 Feb 2018 22:58Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani invited by US President Donald Trump for meeting in the US capital.
'One-in-a-million' yellow cardinal seen in Alabama
USA Today - 28 Feb 2018 22:57
An unusual yellow cardinal has birdwatchers racing to Alabama as images of the unusual creature have circulated around the Internet and social media. American opposes O’Hare overhaul, citing ‘secret’ deal for United
USA Today - 28 Feb 2018 22:57
The fierce rivalry between American and United in Chicago has ratcheted up over a dispute about gates amid a broader overhaul plan for O'Hare airport. Woman accused attacking man in the eyes with stilettos
NY Daily News - 28 Feb 2018 22:57
"I thought I lost my eye that night," the victim says.Empty seats, missing names as Florida shooting survivors return to school
Reuters - 28 Feb 2018 22:57PARKLAND, Fla.
Infamous Pakistani cleric keeps "martyr" Bin Laden library, vows worldwide Sharia
Fox News - 28 Feb 2018 22:57
Maulana Mohammad Abdul Aziz is considered one of the most dangerous, yet influential, men in Pakistan.Nate Robinson says he was offered $100,000 to play college football
USA Today - 28 Feb 2018 22:56
Nate Robinson: "I had a booster offer me $100,000 per year to come back and play football." Why the heck haven't the Washington Nationals signed Jonathan Lucroy?
USA Today - 28 Feb 2018 22:56
The Nats are in win-now mode with Bryce Harper and Daniel Murphy approaching free agency. Trump flays Sessions for 'disgraceful' decision, sparking new clash
Reuters - 28 Feb 2018 22:56WASHINGTON
SIU poll: Rauner, Pritzker lead governor races
Chicago Tribune - 28 Feb 2018 22:55The tragic 7-year journey of a 'Baby Glock' from a Wisconsin gun shop to the slaying of Cmdr. Paul Bauer
Chicago Tribune - 28 Feb 2018 22:55America's Fastest-Growing Cities 2018
Forbes - 28 Feb 2018 22:54
Places on the upswing.Keith Richards issues apology to Mick Jagger
Daily Mail - 28 Feb 2018 22:54
Rolling Stones' Keith Richards has issued an apology to Mick Jagger after he labelled him a 'randy old b*****d' and said the 74-year-old father of eight should get a vasectomyFull List: America's Fastest-Growing Cities 2018
Forbes - 28 Feb 2018 22:53
Places on the upswing.Let David Lynch Turn You into a Typing Wizard in This Lynchian Parody Typing Gaming
Slate - 28 Feb 2018 22:53If there's one thing the internet was created for, it's nonsensical David Lynch-themed '90s style typing lessons (Who better than David Lynch to teach you how to type surrealist sentences?). Developed...
Mobile World Congress 2018: 5 of the coolest things you need to know
USA Today - 28 Feb 2018 22:53
From the Galaxy S9 and 5G networks to computers you write on in pencil, here is what you need to know from MWC 2018. Woman left with severe blisters from botched chemical peel
Daily Mail - 28 Feb 2018 22:53
Florida woman Daria Sinyagovskaya, 26, who sought a skin smoothing treatment in 2016, was left with the opposite results after an unlicensed skin care worker performed a chemical peel on her face.Four UN peacekeepers killed in Mali
Al Jazeera English - 28 Feb 2018 22:53Four dead and four wounded after peacekeepers' vehicle hits a land mine a day after six Malian soldiers killed.
Go inside Parkland school as students return after massacre
CNN - 28 Feb 2018 22:53Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School students talk about what it's like to go back to school two weeks after they lost 17 of their classmates and teachers.
Charlottesville Confederate Statues at the Heart of Deadly White Supremacy Rally Are on Full Display Again
Slate - 28 Feb 2018 22:52The confederate statues at the center of the white supremacist rally that sparked a weekend of violence in Charlottesville, Virginia, and left one woman dead are again standing unobstructed at the...
The 6 Best Snacks for Anyone Cutting Out Sugar, According to a Nutritionist
Time - 28 Feb 2018 22:52
Whether you like savory or slightly sweetTrump calls for raising minimum age to buy all guns to 21
ABC News - 28 Feb 2018 22:51
The president says those staying silent are afraid of the NRA.Gandhi letter praising Jesus goes on sale for $50,000
CNN - 28 Feb 2018 22:51A rare letter written by Gandhi goes on sale Thursday morning, and for $50,000 it can be yours.
Trump contributes a name to gun control legislation
The Week - 28 Feb 2018 22:51
During a bipartisan meeting with lawmakers at the White House on Wednesday, President Trump volunteered that the Fix NICS bill "has some really good things in it" but suggested that its author, Senate...Worshippers clutching AR-15 rifles hold commitment...
Daily Mail - 28 Feb 2018 22:50
The controversial World Peace and Unification Sanctuary church, in Pennsylvania, held the event for its gun-loving congregation just two weeks after the Florida shooting.Evan Rachel Wood details abuse in harrowing testimony...
Daily Mail - 28 Feb 2018 22:50
Actress Evan Rachel Wood testified to the United States Congress about the effects of the 'toxic mental, physical and sexual abuse' she encountered at the hands of an ex-partner.Police officers caught having a snowball fight
Daily Mail - 28 Feb 2018 22:49
Instead of bemoaning the wintry onslaught of the 'Beast from the East', the two policemen made the most of the snowy weather as the hurled snowballs at one another in Notting Hill, London.Arrest in deadly package bomb explosion
ABC News - 28 Feb 2018 22:49
The arrest is the culmination of a monthslong investigation.Hillary claims the Russians are still coming on Twitter
Daily Mail - 28 Feb 2018 22:48
In her latest tweet, Hillary Clinton encouraged President Trump to take the threat of Russian interference in the 2018 midterm elections seriously.Volo man killed after motorcycle strikes guardrail in Fox Lake
Chicago Tribune - 28 Feb 2018 22:48Meghan and Cindy McCain Hit Back at Trump's Latest Attack on John McCain
Time - 28 Feb 2018 22:47
"We don't need more bullying"Paul Manafort, Trump's former campaign manager, pleads not guilty; trial set for Sept. 17
USA Today - 28 Feb 2018 22:47
Paul Manafort, former Trump campaign chief, pleads not guilty and trial set for Sept. 17 Ben Carson's HUD spent $31,000 on dining room furniture for his office
USA Today - 28 Feb 2018 22:46
The legal limit for such spending is $5,000. Kushner, Kelly tension simmers amid West Wing uncertainty
CNN - 28 Feb 2018 22:46The existing battle-lines between Jared Kushner and chief of staff John Kelly are further entrenched and new diplomatic challenges have arisen after the decision to downgrade Kushner's security...
Oprah's Fabulous Baby Gift for Mindy Kaling's Daughter Was So Big It Needed Its Own U-Haul Truck
Time - 28 Feb 2018 22:46
Perks of being BFFs with OprahWATCH: Erratic Shirtless Passenger Attempts Fight With Airport Ground Crew On Tarmac
IBTimes - 28 Feb 2018 22:46An agitated passenger on Monday got kicked off a flight at the Charlotte Douglas International Airport in North Carolina and was recorded with his shirt off while attempting to fight several airport...
Man accused of throwing sulfuric acid on female roommate's face
NY Daily News - 28 Feb 2018 22:45
The woman was rushed to the hospital with chemical burns and remains in critical condition.FA Cup: Son Heung-min penalty for Tottenham disallowed by VAR
BBC - 28 Feb 2018 22:45
Watch as referee Paul Tierney controversially gives Tottenham a penalty through VAR only to use another video replay to disallow Son Heung-min's spot-kick against Rochdale.Incredible videos from security cameras compete for awards
Daily Mail - 28 Feb 2018 22:44
From the bizarre and the supernatural, to the heart-warming and silly, Nest Cam Security Camera owners across the world have shared their favourite moments for the annual awards.Why Do Amazon, Etsy, and Google Still Sell Gun Accessories?
Slate - 28 Feb 2018 22:44If you're in the market for a magazine speed loader for a firearm like an AR-15 or AK-47, Etsy and Google Shopping have you covered. If you're Amazon Prime member, you only have to wait two days if...
Trump to Republican senator: 'You're afraid of the NRA'
CNN - 28 Feb 2018 22:43President Donald Trump asked Sen. Pat Toomey, a Pennsylvania Republican who's worked on a bill to strengthen background checks for gun purchases, whether he left out a proposal to raise the gun...
Trump asks Congress for broad bill on guns, schools after shooting
Reuters - 28 Feb 2018 22:42WASHINGTON
VA Secretary David Shulkin's top PR aide lobbied Congress to get him fired, sources say
USA Today - 28 Feb 2018 22:42
The move is the most striking evidence to date that some of his top staff are trying to unseat him. Trump still considering raising age to buy guns
New York Post - 28 Feb 2018 22:42
President Trump on Wednesday said he was still considering whether to support raising the age at which a person can legally purchase a gun to 21 -- despite opposition from the National Rifle...A Georgia Teacher Fired a Shot In His Classroom. Here's What to Know About Him
Time - 28 Feb 2018 22:41
He was 'synonymous' with Dalton High School footballLion fatally mauls woman at game lodge in South Africa
Fox News - 28 Feb 2018 22:40A 22-year-old woman died after she was brutally mauled by a female lion on Tuesday at a game lodge north of Pretoria in South Africa.
Govt forces hit Ghouta despite ceasefire
The West Australian - 28 Feb 2018 22:38
The Syrian government appears to have ignored pleas for daily five-hour ceasefires in the Ghouta region, launching a ground assault.Matt Patricia on Malcolm Butler: 'I want to make sure he does everything to the best'
Boston - 28 Feb 2018 22:36
"I have obviously a lot of love for New England, but I have a new team."Georgia teacher arrested after firing gunshot alone in school classroom
Reuters - 28 Feb 2018 22:36(Reuters) - An armed high school teacher in Georgia barricaded himself alone inside his classroom, then fired a gunshot when the principal tried to force open the door, but no one was seriously...
Donald Trump: Police Should Have Taken Guns From Florida Shooter 'Whether They Had The Right Or Not'
The Huffington Post - 28 Feb 2018 22:36
Trump said a lot of surprising things during a bipartisan meeting with lawmakers on gun control.Retired Montreal metro cars finding second lives as public spaces
CTV News - 28 Feb 2018 22:36
After more than 50 years on the rails, some of Montreal's retired metro cars will find new vocations this summer as galleries, restaurants and pop-up fashion shops, two local entrepreneurs announced...Track Cycling World Championships: Great Britain settle for silver in team sprint
BBC - 28 Feb 2018 22:35
Great Britain and Jason Kenny have to settle for silver as they are beaten by The Netherlands in the team sprint final at the Track Cycling World Championships.After a deadly year, the race to outsmart an ever-mutating flu virus
Chicago Tribune - 28 Feb 2018 22:35Ryan Pace sounds like a GM starting a new job more than guy returning to old one
Chicago Tribune - 28 Feb 2018 22:35Who Is Jeff Franklin? 'Fuller House' Showrunner Fired After Multiple Complaints
IBTimes - 28 Feb 2018 22:34Jeff Franklin, creator of "Full House" and "Fuller House," has been fired from his role as showrunner of the Netflix sequel series due to complaints about his behavior. Warner Bros. TV has also...
Vatican sex abuse investigator wraps up his mission in Chile
Miami Herald - 28 Feb 2018 22:34The Vatican's sex crimes investigator has ended his mission in Chile, and Roman Catholic officials say he plans to deliver a report to the pope on a Chilean bishop who …
Vatican sex abuse investigator wraps up his mission in Chile
Fox News - 28 Feb 2018 22:33
The Vatican's sex crimes investigator has ended his mission in Chile, and Roman Catholic officials say he plans to deliver a report to the pope on a Chilean bishop who has been accused of ignoring sex...Rocket launcher among 57,000 firearms surrendered in gun amnesty
ABC News - 28 Feb 2018 22:31Thousands of automatic rifles, handguns and even a rocket launcher are among the weapons handed in during last year's National Firearms Amnesty.
Majority of parents saving for kid’s college have socked away less than $10,000
USA Today - 28 Feb 2018 22:31
Average tuition and fees for a 4-year in-state public college was $9,970 a year and for out-of-state students was $25,620, according to College Board. Islamic school teacher accused of molesting young student in Scarborough
Toronto Sun - 28 Feb 2018 22:30
A teacher at an Islamic school in northeast Scarborough faces accusations that he removed a young boy from class and molested the child. Toronto Police alleged Wednesday that the crime happened Feb....The Undertaker, Rey Mysterio Among Possible John Cena WrestleMania 34 Opponents
IBTimes - 28 Feb 2018 22:30For the first time in over a decade, John Cena doesn't have a clear path to WrestleMania. That's the story, at least, that WWE and the 16-time world champion are trying to tell ahead of the big show...
Global Markets: Dollar gains on Powell's economic outlook, stocks slip | Reuters
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Royal Marine corporal admits spying on his wife
Daily Mail - 28 Feb 2018 22:30
Royal Marine corporal Scott Hatton became suspicious of his wife after she started a business from their home. He admitted coercive and controlling behaviour at Exeter Crown Court.House prices hurt Aussie battler: report
The West Australian - 28 Feb 2018 22:29
The Salvation Army has seen more Australians experience financial hardship because of the cost of living and housing affordability crisis, research shows.NBC Sports Boston personality moving to Barstool Sports
Boston - 28 Feb 2018 22:29
Kayce Smith is leaving NBC Sports Boston for Barstool Sports. Her final day is Friday. Smith joined NBC Sports Boston in March 2017 as a co-host, along with Tom Curran, Michael Holley, and Tom Giles,...Kelly Slater pays tribute to retiring 'straight shooter' Mick Fanning
ABC News - 28 Feb 2018 22:27It takes a bit to get a response from Kelly Slater, but it is not every day Mick Fanning announces his retirement either.
Body of newborn baby found buried under pile of cow dung
Daily Mail - 28 Feb 2018 22:27
WARNING: GRAPHIC CONTENT. The baby boy, believed to be no more than 24 hours old, was found dead under a pile of dung in an open field in a village in Uttar Pradesh, northern India.Belarusian sex worker alleges Trump-Russia tie without proof
Fox News - 28 Feb 2018 22:26
A Belarusian woman jailed in Thailand for offering sex lessons without a work permit says she has a story to tell involving the Kremlin, Russian billionaires and even the president of the United...Someone Forged a Nomination of Trump for the Nobel Peace Prize. Twice.
The New York Times - 28 Feb 2018 22:26
The police in Oslo said they were in contact with the F.B.I. about the forgeries, which suggests that they originated in the United States.Spotify files for direct listing of up to $1 billion
Reuters - 28 Feb 2018 22:25(Reuters) - Music streaming service Spotify filed for a direct listing of up to $1 billion with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission on Wednesday, becoming the first major company in the recent...
Californian pregnant mother explains how she's staying fit
Daily Mail - 28 Feb 2018 22:24
Mother of two Kelley Burnham, 34, of Encinitas, California, is due to give birth to her third baby in April and has been documenting her pregnancy workouts on her Instagram page.Missing lawyer and transgender roommate found dead in New Mexico
NY Daily News - 28 Feb 2018 22:24
Authorities confirmed a pair of bodies dumped alongside a Santa Fe road belong to a 70-year-old lawyer and his transgender tenant.Jailed model offers Trump-Russia secrets to US for freedom
CNN - 28 Feb 2018 22:24A self-described Russian "seductress" is asking for US help to escape a "Thai prison" in exchange for information on alleged links between US President Donald Trump and Russia, according to her...
Spotify IPO: Company Files For $1 Billion IPO, Will Trade As SPOT
IBTimes - 28 Feb 2018 22:22Music streaming service Spotify on Wednesday filed for an initial public offering (IPO) of $1 billion, making good on its long-rumored intentions to become the latest technology firm to become a...
French film awards adopt white ribbon against sex misconduct
Miami Herald - 28 Feb 2018 22:22French stars are joining actresses across the Atlantic and the English Channel in a protest of sexual misconduct. But instead of wearing black, they will wear a white ribbon at …
Mueller's team probes Roger Stone, Trump's WikiLeaks connections
NY Daily News - 28 Feb 2018 22:22
No collusion? Just a lot of questions.Family of teen who died by suicide wants name read at graduation
NY Daily News - 28 Feb 2018 22:20
The family of a Mo. teen who committed suicide is fighting to have her name read at what would've been her school's graduation this spring.Could Smarter Space Suits Help Astronauts Stave Off Depression?
Slate - 28 Feb 2018 22:20In space, no one can hear you sob.
White House calligrapher has higher clearance than Jared Kushner
CNN - 28 Feb 2018 22:20One of the White House's most important diplomats happens to be an artist -- with a top secret security clearance.
Couples clutching AR-15 rifles hold commitment ceremony at Pennsylvania church
Chicago Tribune - 28 Feb 2018 22:20Max Mosley's half-forgotten far right past catches up with him
The Guardian - 28 Feb 2018 22:19
Press regulation combatant faces backlash over previous support for his father's fascist politics In the summer of 1962, Sir Oswald Mosley decided to make a return visit to the East End of London. At...British police arrest three in fatal Leicester blast | Reuters
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Hawk or dove? Fed's Powell showed markets both sides in debut | Reuters
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Returnships? Are they for you? Elaine Varelas Offers Insight
Boston - 28 Feb 2018 22:11
Elaine Varelas reviews the various options when reentering the workforce.Police: Georgia teacher fires gun in classroom; no one hurt
Boston - 28 Feb 2018 22:10
Police say a teacher who fired a gun inside a Georgia classroom taught social studies and was the play-by-play announcer for the high school's football teamChicago Spire developer seeks $1.2 billion, years after losing control of site
Chicago Tribune - 28 Feb 2018 22:10"I Still Feel Like Something Could Happen": A Freshman at Stoneman Douglas Returns to School
The New Yorker - 28 Feb 2018 22:08Charles Bethea talks to Samara Barrack, a freshman at Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School, in Parkland, Florida, about resuming classes after a shooting attack that left seventeen people dead.
Too political to wear? Supreme Court debates voter apparel law
Reuters - 28 Feb 2018 22:07WASHINGTON
UCF building evacuated after student pulls 'LeBron James stunt'
NY Daily News - 28 Feb 2018 22:07
A college student might be taking their talents to another university.42% of non-smokers say they should get 3-5 extra vacation days than smokers
USA Today - 28 Feb 2018 22:06
42% of non-smokers say they should get 3-5 extra vacation days than non-smokersto compensate for cigarette breaks smokers take. Trump praises Graham as 'America's pastor'
The West Australian - 28 Feb 2018 22:06
US President Donald Trump and other politicians have gathered to pay their respects to the Reverend Billy Graham before a public viewing at the Capitol Rotunda.Bill Gates casts doubt on Elon Musk's Hyperloop system
Daily Mail - 28 Feb 2018 22:04
The Microsoft co-founder has cast some doubt on whether or not Elon Musk's Hyperloop, which promises to ferry passengers over 300 miles in less than 30 minutes, will actually work.Americans Ask What The Tax Law Does For The Country, Not What It Does For Them
The Huffington Post - 28 Feb 2018 22:01
A new poll finds people are half as likely to have heard about corporate share buybacks as bonuses for workers.Gun-control groups team with students to turn Parkland shooting anguish into activism
USA Today - 28 Feb 2018 22:01
National groups working behind the scenes to turn student-led campaigns to end gun violence into an enduring movement. Thirty-one Newfoundland workers presented with $60-million lottery cheque
Globe and Mail - 28 Feb 2018 22:01The 31 winners and their jubilant family members gathered at a convention centre in St. John's to receive the huge jackpot
Meghan Markle will tell US tax authorities cash secrets
Daily Mail - 28 Feb 2018 22:01
Meghan Markle is facing one last date with another man before her wedding to Prince Harry - an appointment with the US taxman.Ryan Seacrest RUNS away from Kelly Ripa after shoe comment
Daily Mail - 28 Feb 2018 22:01
It was shortly after he made a comment about the fact that this task would likely take him 10 minutes that Ripa said: 'Sweetie, do you want me to put your shoes back on for you?'Divorcee accused of fraud over Grenfell tower claims
Daily Mail - 28 Feb 2018 22:01
Joyce Msokeri, 47, visited a relief centre on the day of the Grenfell fire, a court heard. But just hours earlier she had been on the phone to Sky TV complaining about her service, the court was told.Couples tote AR-15 assault rifles to Pennsylvania church blessing | Reuters
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US condemns Syria's 'contempt' for UN as Ghouta attack continues
Al Jazeera English - 28 Feb 2018 22:00US denounces failure to implement ceasefire in Eastern Ghouta during UN Security Council meeting.
Video released of Lithuanian paedophile's prison break
Daily Mail - 28 Feb 2018 21:59
Footage released by Cambridgeshire Constabulary shows convicted paedophile Gintautas Urbonas scaling the walls of HMP Peterborough 'like Spiderman'.Asia and Australia Edition: Xi Jinping, Jared Kushner, Brexit: Your Thursday Briefing
The New York Times - 28 Feb 2018 21:59
Here's what you need to know to start your day.Muslim political party picks Jewish man for candidacy in Tunisian municipal election
Fox News - 28 Feb 2018 21:59
The Tunisian, Ennahda party has made history in the northernmost African country by being the first Tunisian political party to endorse a Jewish person as candidate for public office.Being overweight or obese can shorten lives
Daily Mail - 28 Feb 2018 21:58
New research from Northwestern University has debunked that myth of the 'obesity paradox,' finding that obese and overweight people do not live longer, they just tend to get diagnosed earlier.Met Police constable spared jail over child porn images
Daily Mail - 28 Feb 2018 21:58
Metropolitan Police special constable George Corr, 25, was found to have a sickening stash of child porn at his home in Ashford, Kent. He was removed from the force but spared jail.Grenfell survivor faces jail over tower cannabis farm
Daily Mail - 28 Feb 2018 21:57
Eamon Zada, 35, was arrested after officers combing burnt-out Grenfell tower three weeks after the deadly blaze found a store of cannabis cuttings, butane gas canisters and an oven in his flat.Agency rethinks how climbers dispose of poop on Alaska peak
NY Daily News - 28 Feb 2018 21:56
For more than a decade, the National Park Service has required that climbers keep waste off the Alaska mountain's surface.Rockmelon crisis talks after contaminated fruit ripped from shelves
ABC News - 28 Feb 2018 21:56Leaders of Australia's melon industry will be meeting with supermarkets today to discuss strategies to get rockmelon back on shelves, after two people died following a listeria outbreak connected to a...
In rare move, Sessions pushes back on Trump attack
ABC News - 28 Feb 2018 21:55
The attorney general was responding to a Trump tweet.Wayne LaPierre's Unconstitutionalism
The New York Times - 28 Feb 2018 21:55
None of the rights in the Bill of Rights are absolute.On Campus: Ruth Simmons on Cultivating the Next Generation of College Students
The New York Times - 28 Feb 2018 21:55
A Q. & A. with the former president of Brown University and Smith College as she takes charge of a historically black university.Trump's campaign chief connected to man who tried to bribe FBI
NY Daily News - 28 Feb 2018 21:54
The top executive was caught in an FBI bribery sting and later pleaded guilty to securities fraud.Ex-vicar finds love again with 22-year-old toyboy
Daily Mail - 28 Feb 2018 21:53
Philip Clements, a retired Church of England vicar from Sandwich, Kent, has revealed he has found love again after splitting from his 24-year-old husband Florin Marin.4 UN peacekeepers killed in central Mali
Miami Herald - 28 Feb 2018 21:53The U.N. mission in Mali says four of its peacekeepers have been killed after their vehicle hit an explosive device in the central Mopti region. Mali mission chief Mahamat Saleh …
Mueller probing what Trump knew about hacked emails
New York Post - 28 Feb 2018 21:52
Special Counsel Robert Mueller's investigators are asking witnesses about whether then-candidate Donald Trump knew that Democratic emails had been hacked before the theft was publicly known, NBC News...The Forever Campaign
Slate - 28 Feb 2018 21:52It's not exactly news that President Trump is running for re-election. Indeed, the only news in Tuesday's announcement from Trump's campaign--leaked to Matt Drudge of the Drudge Report--is that Brad...
Mexico police charged with using death squad tactics on drug suspects
The Guardian - 28 Feb 2018 21:52
Veracruz police picked up youths and turned them over to specialized interrogation and torture squads, according to indictment Police in Mexico's corruption-plagued state of Veracruz set up units that...Nude resort residents say USPS worker won't deliver mail
Daily Mail - 28 Feb 2018 21:51
Residents of a nude resort in Florida are furious at a U.S. Postal Service employee who they say has refused to deliver mail to their homes for months.Angela Merkel admits there are 'no-go' areas in Germany
Daily Mail - 28 Feb 2018 21:51
The chancellor said a zero-tolerance approach to crime must include ending no-go areas in Germany and claimed police and other outsiders fear entering certain locations.Passenger kicked off flight strips to waist
Daily Mail - 28 Feb 2018 21:51
The man, who has not been identified, was aboard American Airlines Flight 5466 from Charlotte, North Carolina, to Cincinnati, Ohio, on February 26.Afghanistan president offers passports to Taliban in bid to strike peace deal
ABC News - 28 Feb 2018 21:50President Ashraf Ghani calls on the Taliban to take part in peace talks, offering a prisoner release and an office for them in Kabul as part of a ceasefire deal.
UK police arrest 3 men over blast that killed 5 people
Miami Herald - 28 Feb 2018 21:49British police say they have arrested three men in connection with an explosion over the weekend in the English city of Leicester that killed five people. Sunday's blast caused the …
Mueller reportedly investigating Trump's role in email leaks
The Week - 28 Feb 2018 21:49
Special Counsel Robert Mueller is trying to determine whether President Trump ever colluded with WikiLeaks during the 2016 campaign, NBC News reports. In July 2016, WikiLeaks published a trove of...Teacher who attacked his wife with a machete jailed
Daily Mail - 28 Feb 2018 21:49
David Wing attacked Yvonne Wing with a 26-inch blade after she taunted her by repeatedly playing him an explicit verse in a Rihanna song at their home in Porth, South Wales.Patriots reporter says the team 'tried to stop' him from writing about Rob Gronkowski and the TB12 method
Boston - 28 Feb 2018 21:48
In the weeks following Super Bowl LII, Patriots tight end Rob Gronkowski has become quite the question mark. Despite his record-breaking performances on the field, the 28-year-old has reportedly been...Why can't Jared Kushner get security clearance at the White House?
The Guardian - 28 Feb 2018 21:46
Trump's son-in-law, among the president's closest advisers, has had a number of questionable contacts with foreign officials Early this month, Rod Rosenstein, the deputy attorney general, placed a...Emma Thompson Drew on Real-Life Heartbreak to Nail That Love Actually Affair Scene
Time - 28 Feb 2018 21:45
"I had my heart very badly broken"EU says to regulate Northern Irish trade unless Britain acts fast | Reuters
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Georgia teacher arrested after firing gunshot alone in school classroom | Reuters
Firstpost - 28 Feb 2018 21:45The post Georgia teacher arrested after firing gunshot alone in school classroom | Reuters appeared first on Firstpost.
Anthony Rizzo ready to do whatever is asked of him, whether it's by Cubs or his hometown
Chicago Tribune - 28 Feb 2018 21:45Federal lawsuit accuses Aurora volleyball coach, club of covering up sex abuse
Chicago Tribune - 28 Feb 2018 21:45Police: Georgia teacher fired gun in classroom; no one hurt
CTV News - 28 Feb 2018 21:45
A social studies teacher barricaded himself inside a classroom at a Georgia high school on Wednesday and fired a handgun in what may have been a warning shot, authorities said.American Express sues Weinstein Company over $1M in unpaid bills
NY Daily News - 28 Feb 2018 21:44
The Weinstein Company owes $1.3 million in corporate credit card bills to American Express, court papers revealed Wednesday.Special needs woman allegedly assaulted aboard Carnival Cruise
NY Daily News - 28 Feb 2018 21:43
An 18-year-old woman with special needs was allegedly assaulted by another passenger in a hot tub aboard a Carnival Cruise ship.Wholesale gas prices more than double as freeze drives demand
The Guardian - 28 Feb 2018 21:43
Concern over level of shipped supplies and plant outages as public usage spikes in cold snap Wholesale gas prices in the UK more than doubled on Wednesday to their highest level in at least 10 years,...Teens killed in avalanche while snowshoeing in ski area
New York Post - 28 Feb 2018 21:43
Two teenagers were killed during an avalanche while snowshoeing in Washington, where rescuers located them in a backcountry area using GPS on one of their phones, authorities said. The King County...Parkland survivor's father admits email changes in CNN spat
NY Daily News - 28 Feb 2018 21:43
Glenn Haab says he omitted some words from the email but said he didn't do it on purpose.Texas Anti-Abortion Groups Are Arguing Over How Radical Their Movement Should Be
Slate - 28 Feb 2018 21:43An ugly public spat has broken out between two sets of Texas anti-abortion advocates in advance of the state's March 6 Republican primary. One group, the Texas Catholic Conference of Bishops, is...
Van Morrison Dazzles In Virtuoso L.A. Performance
Forbes - 28 Feb 2018 21:43
While many of his peers are announcing their retirement from touring Irish legend Van Morrison keeps chugging along, delivering some of the finest performances of his Hall Of Fame career, as he showed...How 20ft-tall busts of US presidents are rotting on farm
Daily Mail - 28 Feb 2018 21:42
The gigantic busts of 43 U.S. presidents are sitting shoulder-to-shoulder in the most unlikely of places - a field on a farm in rural Croaker, Virginia after the park they were on display at was...Piers Morgan meets serial killer 'Kansas City Strangler'
Daily Mail - 28 Feb 2018 21:40
Lorenzo Gilyard, from Kansas City, who was jailed for life after being convicted of six counts of murder in March 2007, is confronted by Morgan in the latest episode of his ITV Serial Killer show.Paris Fashion Week 2018: Day 2
USA Today - 28 Feb 2018 21:39Israeli military to probe raid that killed Palestinian
Miami Herald - 28 Feb 2018 21:38Israel's army says military police have opened an investigation into a raid in which a Palestinian was killed. It made the announcement Wednesday after new footage emerged showing the 33-year-old …
'No excuse for mantraps': Thumbtacks spread out along popular cycling routes
ABC News - 28 Feb 2018 21:38Brisbane cyclists believe they're the victims of "mantraps", after damaging their bikes on handfuls of thumbtacks spread out along their favourite riding spots this past month.
Snowstorm Called 'Beast From the East' Sends Britons Scrambling
The New York Times - 28 Feb 2018 21:38The storm shut schools, stranded drivers and disrupted trains and flights. But others said, "These Brits are so dramatic."
Watch: Kelly Ripa Makes Controversial Joke After Ryan Seacrest Assault Allegations
IBTimes - 28 Feb 2018 21:37The Wednesday morning episode of "Live With Kelly And Ryan" took an awkward turn when Kelly Ripa made a comment that seemed as if she was making light of the sexual harassment allegations made against...
Germany confirms government computers breached by hackers
Al Jazeera English - 28 Feb 2018 21:36Interior ministry confirms 'isolated' hacking following reports of breach of networks by Russia-linked group ATP28.
Can governments protect human rights?
Al Jazeera English - 28 Feb 2018 21:35The United Nations Human Rights Council began its annual conference in Geneva this week.
Mental Illness And Gun Laws: What You May Not Know About The Complexities
IBTimes - 28 Feb 2018 21:34Every time the country is shaken by a tragic mass shooting and the loss of innocent lives, the same debates are repeated. Besides sending thoughts and prayers for the victims, a common theme -...
Inside the sleazy world of 'Rent for Sex' landlords
Daily Mail - 28 Feb 2018 21:34
One man confronted in a Newcastle upon Tyne cafe defended his actions and told the cameras: 'I'm not doing anything wrong... it's not just about sex, it's about companionship.'Same-sex couple turn No vote posters into Mardi Gras wedding confetti
ABC News - 28 Feb 2018 21:33When Stuart Henshall and James Brechney were campaigning for same-sex marriage last year, they didn't anticipate they would end up incorporating No vote materials into their own wedding.
Rebuffing Yet Another Trump Attack, Sessions Pledges To Do Job With 'Integrity And Honor'
The Huffington Post - 28 Feb 2018 21:33
The attorney general pushed back after Trump called his actions "DISGRACEFUL!"ACCUSED KILLERS LAUGHED: MS-13 trio face execution in murders
Toronto Sun - 28 Feb 2018 21:32
The accused killers laughed. Cops say they murdered two Long Island teenagers in 2016. And prosecutors are waiting to hear from the U.S. Justice Department on whether they can seek the death penalty....Trump calls his AG's handling of Russia probe 'disgraceful,' Sessions defends himself
Chicago Tribune - 28 Feb 2018 21:32Georgia High School Teacher Barricades Classroom With Gun, No Students Hurt
IBTimes - 28 Feb 2018 21:31Gunshots were reported late Wednesday morning at a Georgia high school, leading to the arrest of a teacher. The unidentified teacher allegedly barricaded himself in a classroom with a gun, prompting a...
Delta Will Never, Ever Leave Georgia. Here's Why
Time - 28 Feb 2018 21:31
Even if some politicians are mad over the company's NRA stanceTa-Nehisi Coates to write Marvel's new Captain America comics
The Guardian - 28 Feb 2018 21:31
The National Book Award winner will take charge of the next series for Marvel following on from his work on the latest Black Panther comics Ta-Nehisi Coates will be taking over Marvel Comics' Captain...Lewis Blackman stabbing: Three charged with murder
BBC - 28 Feb 2018 21:30
Lewis Blackman was found stabbed following a party in Kensington.Judge Curiel Snuck an Easter Egg About Trump's Racist "Mexican" Dig Into His Border Wall Ruling
Slate - 28 Feb 2018 21:30On Tuesday, U.S. District Judge Gonzalo Curiel rejected a legal challenge to a prototype of Donald Trump's proposed wall along the Mexican border. The state of California joined with environmental...
Empty seats, missing names as Florida shooting survivors return to school | Reuters
Firstpost - 28 Feb 2018 21:30The post Empty seats, missing names as Florida shooting survivors return to school | Reuters appeared first on Firstpost.
Kushner thinks everyone 'out to get him' amid clearance downgrade
NY Daily News - 28 Feb 2018 21:30
Jared Kushner's terrible, horrible, no good, very bad week keeps getting worse.What If I Give Notice -- And They Walk Me Out The Door?
Forbes - 28 Feb 2018 21:30
Kyle is afraid to give notice at his job in case his manager Betsy shows him the door the minute he says "I'm leaving." What would you do if you were in Kyle's situation?Fancy Bear: Germany investigates cyber-attack 'by Russians'
BBC - 28 Feb 2018 21:29
Local media reports link the malware attack to the Russian hacking group known as Fancy Bear.Most Florida voters are opposed to arming teachers
New York Post - 28 Feb 2018 21:28
Florida voters opposed President Trump's idea of allowing qualified teachers and other school staffers to carry concealed weapons by 56 percent to 40 percent, a new poll said Wednesday. Parents with...Public schools enlist germ-zapping ROBOTS in classrooms
Daily Mail - 28 Feb 2018 21:27
A public school system in Oklahoma is employing robots to clean. The $125,000 robots are used in hospitals to help stop the spread of infections by producing a 'bubble' of ultraviolet C light.Encrypted Smartphones Secure Your Identity, Not Just Your Data
IBTimes - 28 Feb 2018 21:26Smartphones store your email, your photos and your calendar. They provide access to online social media sites like Facebook and Twitter, and even your bank and credit card accounts. And they're keys...
4 UN peacekeepers killed in central Mali
Fox News - 28 Feb 2018 21:25The U.N. mission in Mali says four of its peacekeepers have been killed after their vehicle hit an explosive device in the central Mopti region.
The Pope's Service to American Liberals and Progressives (REVIEW ESSAY)
OpEdNews - 28 Feb 2018 21:25Pope Francis has heard the cry of the poor. In the spirit of the ancient Hebrew prophet Amos, the pope has pointedly criticized economic inequality. American liberals and progressives engaged in...
Did Dave Martinez channel Joe Maddon by bringing camels to Nationals' camp? 'No, this is me channeling me'
Chicago Tribune - 28 Feb 2018 21:25Russia reinstated into Olympic movement after doping scandal
USA Today - 28 Feb 2018 21:24
President Vladimir Putin hailed move during a Kremlin award ceremony for Olympic athletes. We've long heard Aussie retail is doomed, but it's not that simple
ABC News - 28 Feb 2018 21:23The massive retail profits from the recent reporting season show the online shopping wipe-out hasn't hit. The 'death of retail' is more complicated than you might have thought.
King Juan Carlos of Spain heads out in Madrid
Daily Mail - 28 Feb 2018 21:22
King Juan Carlos, 80, and Queen Sofia of Spain, 79, appeared in good spirits as they joined friends for lunch at Los Peñotes restaurant in Madrid last Tuesday.Rate My Boss website names and shames in hospitality industry
ABC News - 28 Feb 2018 21:20A union-funded website that reviews bosses in the hospitality industry could prompt improved working conditions, but at the same time create a legal headache for its developers, an expert warns.
Tasmania's 'health crisis' will cost lives, doctor warns
ABC News - 28 Feb 2018 21:20Australia's peak body for emergency medicine says evidence shows "people die" in "overcrowded hospitals" and warns the Tasmanian health service is "in crisis" and needs extra funding now.
Giant 300,000-year-old handaxes found in ancient Europe
Daily Mail - 28 Feb 2018 21:20
Laboratory analyses indicate that the tools, found in the area in Galicia, northwest Spain, were used to process hard materials such wood and bone and breaking up of carcasses.New Brunswick First Nation on edge over young man's alleged hit-and-run death
Globe and Mail - 28 Feb 2018 21:20Brady Francis, 22, was hit by a pickup truck Saturday as he departed a party in Saint-Charles
Charities respond to record number of alerts over rough sleeping
The Guardian - 28 Feb 2018 21:19
Outreach teams report rising public concern over past three days of sub-zero conditions in UK Homelessness outreach teams have helped more than 1,000 people facing nights sleeping outside in sub-zero...Why Trump May Usher In The Biggest Gas Tax Hike Ever
IBTimes - 28 Feb 2018 21:19The White House aims to boost what the federal government spends on big public works projects by about US$200 billion over the next decade as a part of its plan to fix the nation's ailing...
KFC faces gravy shortage in UK after chicken panic
NY Daily News - 28 Feb 2018 21:19
KFC faces a gravy shortage in the United Kingdom, just days after the fast food chain temporarily closed its doors there.Spending a bucketload indulging your pet? You're not alone
ABC News - 28 Feb 2018 21:19Dachshunds Pippi and Ringo indulge in electrolyte-infused coconut water, puppucinos, wear matching outfits and are soon to have their very own bedroom, but national research shows they are not alone...
UK police arrest 3 men over blast that killed 5 people
Fox News - 28 Feb 2018 21:19
British police say they have arrested three men in connection with an explosion over the weekend in the English city of Leicester that killed five people.ISIS death threats drove porn star Mia Khalifa from sex flicks
Toronto Sun - 28 Feb 2018 21:19
Former porn star Mia Khalifa is claiming death threats from ISIS made her quit the XXX-rated world. Born in Lebanon, Khalifa, 25, moved to Miami when she was 10. While she’s from an Arabic...Three teens charged with murder after stabbing
Sky News - 28 Feb 2018 21:19
Three teenagers will appear in court charged with the murder of a 19-year-old man in west London.All eyes on Theresa May's Brexit speech amid friction over Irish border
The Guardian - 28 Feb 2018 21:16
Irish prime minister angrily accuses UK counterpart of reneging on her agreement with the EU Theresa May was facing intense pressure to spell out how she aims to avoid a hard Irish border in her much...Red Bull's Christian Horner lends support to F1 testing in Bahrain
The Guardian - 28 Feb 2018 21:16
• Snow in Barcelona means a day of testing is lost• Horner: 'Anywhere would be better than sitting in the snow' Formula One lost a day of testing here because of the cold weather that has engulfed...Alphabet, Facebook's Businesses Are Strikingly Similar
IBTimes - 28 Feb 2018 21:16This article originally appeared in the Motley Fool.
EU says to regulate N.Irish trade unless Britain acts fast | Reuters
Firstpost - 28 Feb 2018 21:15The post EU says to regulate N.Irish trade unless Britain acts fast | Reuters appeared first on Firstpost.
Cupich says young people are 'shaming the adult world into action' ahead of gun control votes in Springfield
Chicago Tribune - 28 Feb 2018 21:15Chicago school board set to vote on school closings despite union criticism
Chicago Tribune - 28 Feb 2018 21:15Church ceremony features holy wine and AR-15s
New York Post - 28 Feb 2018 21:14
NEWFOUNDLAND, Pa. -- Worshippers clutching AR-15 rifles drank holy wine and exchanged wedding vows in a commitment ceremony at a Pennsylvania church. The event Wednesday at the World Peace and...Trump blasts Jeff Sessions over surveillance probe, and Sessions fights back
USA Today - 28 Feb 2018 21:14
Trump attacks Attorney General Jeff Sessions for seeking inspector general investigation of surveillance Met Detective Sergeant stole £80k from Heathrow passengers
Daily Mail - 28 Feb 2018 21:13
Met Police DS Michael Harrington pilfered between £75,000 and £83,000 over the course of five years from unsuspecting passengers at busy Heathrow Airport, London.Woman sues Delta Airlines over handling of assault allegations
NY Daily News - 28 Feb 2018 21:13
A woman who said she was groped by the passenger on a Delta flight is suing the airline, hoping to shine a spotlight on mid-air assaults.'Save the District 80 Band Program' effort launches in Norridge; group aims to raise $110,000
Chicago Tribune - 28 Feb 2018 21:13Doug Ford worried about possible voter fraud in PC leadership
Toronto Sun - 28 Feb 2018 21:12
Doug Ford is raising concerns about possible voter fraud in the coming PC leadership vote. Ford’s campaign is asking organizers to remove from the eligible voting list anyone whose PC Party...Woman tells cops she had casino mogul Steve Wynn's baby after sexual assaults
ABC News - 28 Feb 2018 21:12
Woman files police report charging she had casino mogul Steve Wynn's baby after he sexually assaulted her.Calls for tummy tucks after pregnancy to be subsidised by Medicare
ABC News - 28 Feb 2018 21:11The surgery, referred to as radical abdominoplasty, can be used to treat chronic back pain and or incontinence acquired during pregnancy.
'Lady Bird' star discusses her first Oscar nomination
ABC News - 28 Feb 2018 21:11
"Lady Bird" star Laurie Metcalf never planned on getting an Oscar nomination.Bill offering teachers with guns $500 advances in Florida
NY Daily News - 28 Feb 2018 21:11
Florida legislators are putting their money where their mouth is and guns where their children are.WATCH: Military jet spectators left in a cloud of dust
ABC News - 28 Feb 2018 21:11
Lt. Brandon Hempler's low takeoff gave two onlookers a thrill.My Boss Said, 'I'd Be Very Nervous If I Were You'
Forbes - 28 Feb 2018 21:11
LaVonne's manager Jack told her, "The big boss is coming to town. If I were you, I'd be very nervous!" Here's how LaVonne handled that challenge!Maryland Woman Critically Injured in Acid Attack
Time - 28 Feb 2018 21:10
A Maryland man threw sulfuric acid on his roommate's face and bodyStephen Bannon claims 'China, Persia, and Turkey' are the 'new Axis' America must defeat
The Week - 28 Feb 2018 21:10
Stephen Bannon likened China, Turkey, and "Persia" to the Axis powers of World War II in a new GQ interview, claiming that the so-called "new axis" must be defeated by America and its allies. In order...Georgia Teacher Taken Into Custody After Possible Shooting
Slate - 28 Feb 2018 21:09A teacher "who was apparently barricaded in a classroom" at a high school in Dalton, Georgia, has been taken into custody after police responded to reports of gunshots, a breaking AP story says. One...
U.S. Politicos Embrace Israel's Big Lie, "Oy Vey"
OpEdNews - 28 Feb 2018 21:09The American voting public approved lying as an established form of governing, when it elevated an established liar as President in 2016. When we elected someone who made lying the Order of the Day,...
Heavy winter weather batters UK, Europe
The West Australian - 28 Feb 2018 21:09
Heavy snow and extreme temperatures have disrupted travel and caused a number of deaths across Europe and the UK.New York Regulator Asks Deutsche Bank, Others About Kushner Loans
The Huffington Post - 28 Feb 2018 21:09
The regulator also asked for information related to other family members.By demeaning refugees, Tories have caused the Yarl's Wood hunger strike | Ash Sarkar
The Guardian - 28 Feb 2018 21:09
As 120 people protest over their detention and the shadow home secretary speaks out, Brandon Lewis is busy splitting hairs over asylum seekers and refugees Last week, 120 detainees at Yarl's Wood...Israeli military to probe raid that killed Palestinian
Fox News - 28 Feb 2018 21:08Israel's army says military police have opened an investigation into a raid in which a Palestinian was killed.
Iranian FM on Eastern Europe trip meets Bulgarian officials
Miami Herald - 28 Feb 2018 21:07The foreign ministers of Bulgaria and Iran discussed the state of affairs in the Middle East and bilateral economic relations on Wednesday. Bulgarian Foreign Minister Ekaterina Zaharieva and her...
America's most popular national parks are ...
CNN - 28 Feb 2018 21:07Nearly 331 million people visited the US National Park Service's 417 sites around the United States in 2017, a slight dip from record-breaking number of visits during its centennial anniversary year...
Mexico concerns about U.S. steel tariffs hang over NAFTA talks
Reuters - 28 Feb 2018 21:06MEXICO CITY
Stop Calling Everything ASMR
Slate - 28 Feb 2018 21:05When I was old enough to answer the phone but too young for anyone to call me, I loved telemarketers. My voice was almost adult then, but not quite, betrayed only by the occasional crack, and when...
Bears release Willie Young, freeing up $3.6 million in cap space
Chicago Tribune - 28 Feb 2018 21:05Trump Attacks Sessions Again, Now Calling Him "Disgraceful"
Slate - 28 Feb 2018 21:04Donald Trump attacked Jeff Sessions on Twitter Wednesday morning, appearing to declare his attorney general "DISGRACEFUL" because Sessions had said he would direct the Justice Department inspector...
Five quirks in men's college basketball coaches contracts
USA Today - 28 Feb 2018 21:04
How beating Kansas can help fund cancer research, and other benefits negotiated into deals Three men arrested over explosion in Leicester supermarket
Daily Mail - 28 Feb 2018 21:04
Three men have been arrested after an explosion left five people dead in Leicester that killed Mary Ragoobar, her sons and two others.Museum condemns Facebook for censoring Venus of Willendorf
Daily Mail - 28 Feb 2018 21:04
The 'Venus of Willendorf' figurine of a voluptuous naked woman, which is some 30,000 years old, was discovered in the Austrian village of Willendorf in the early 20th century.'I didn't know I was making it worse': The horrific impacts of the wrong exercise after birth
ABC News - 28 Feb 2018 21:02The pressure to get your pre-baby body back is intense. But I wish I had known the devastating impact some exercises can cause long after giving birth, because now I live with prolapse, writes Andree...
'I was devastated': Airbag victim's father warns Australians to check recall list
ABC News - 28 Feb 2018 21:02The father of a Takata victim urges Australians not to be complacent and proactively check whether their vehicles are involved in the recall after losing his daughter due to a defective air bag.
Rev. Billy Graham Lies in Honor at U.S. Capitol for Day of Remembrance
The New York Times - 28 Feb 2018 21:02
Politicians and other well-wishers gathered at the Capitol Wednesday to pay tribute to the Rev. Billy Graham, ahead of his funeral in North Carolina on Friday.How Western Sydney is tackling the mysterious 'heat island' effect
ABC News - 28 Feb 2018 21:01Western Sydney councils have banded together to tackle the growing heat problem, instigated by climate change and exacerbated by city design.
More dollars than votes: the story of 10 Labor MPs versus Barnaby Joyce
ABC News - 28 Feb 2018 21:01MPs from around Australia flew into Barnaby Joyce's electorate during last year's by-election campaign -- on the taxpayer dime.
Sessions pushes back at Trump: I will work with 'integrity and honor'
New York Post - 28 Feb 2018 21:00
Embattled Attorney General Jeff Sessions on Wednesday defended himself after yet another attack from President Trump, saying he would “continue to discharge my duties with integrity and honor.”...Why pregnant women should take fish oil capsules
Daily Mail - 28 Feb 2018 21:00
An Imperial College London review of 19 fish oil studies found taking a daily fish oil capsule after the 20th week of pregnancy may slash a child's risk of a peanut allergy by 38 per cent.Four U.N. peacekeepers killed in roadside explosion in Mali | Reuters
Firstpost - 28 Feb 2018 21:00The post Four U.N. peacekeepers killed in roadside explosion in Mali | Reuters appeared first on Firstpost.
Common human skin bacteria could protect against cancer, say researchers
The Guardian - 28 Feb 2018 21:00
Staphylococcus epidermidis may help to protect against skin cancer, and could lead to preventive treatments, scientists reveal A type of bacteria commonly found on human skin produces a substance that...Boris Johnson could face investigation over Thames garden bridge
The Guardian - 28 Feb 2018 20:58
Calls to investigate ex-London mayor for misconduct in public office over role in failed project Boris Johnson could be investigated for misconduct in public office if it is shown that political...Trump and Melania hold hands at tribute to Billy Graham
Daily Mail - 28 Feb 2018 20:58
President Donald Trump held hands with his wife Melania Wednesday as they stood in silent tribute to the Reverend Billy Graham under the rotunda of the Capitol where he is lying in honorOp-Ed Contributor: The Downsides (and Upsides?) of Aggressive Masculinity
The New York Times - 28 Feb 2018 20:57
Michael Ian Black addresses comments from readers about America's broken boys.The EU and Britain are playing a high-stakes game of chicken | Anand Menon
The Guardian - 28 Feb 2018 20:57
The commission's draft withdrawal agreement could force Theresa May to dig in on Ireland, and call Europe's bluff The European commission produced its much-anticipated draft withdrawal agreement on...Carl Sargeant death: Welsh leader pressured to publish report
The Guardian - 28 Feb 2018 20:56
Opposition parties win vote demanding redacted paper on Labour politician's dismissal Pressure on the Welsh first minister over the death of the Labour politician Carl Sargeant has grown after...Trump to lawmakers: You're "petrified of the NRA"
CBSNews - 28 Feb 2018 20:56The president is holding a meeting with lawmakers at the White House to discuss guns and school safety
Aussie antenna tunes into first stars
The West Australian - 28 Feb 2018 20:55
Scientists have used a small but powerful antenna in the West Australian outback to detect faint signals sent from space when the universe's first stars formed.GOP donor Steve Wynn denies claims he raped, impregnated woman
NY Daily News - 28 Feb 2018 20:54
"It is peddling of smut and it is atrociously unfair to Mr. Wynn, his family and friends," a spokesman for Wynn said.Churchgoers gather at AR-15 rifle ceremony despite controversy
NY Daily News - 28 Feb 2018 20:54
On the same that Parkland students returned to school following one of the deadliest mass shootings in U.S. history, a congregation of churchgoers hosted a controversial ceremony featuring AR-15...Evanston mayor convenes gun violence forum, encourages citizens to lobby for tighter restrictions
Chicago Tribune - 28 Feb 2018 20:54Meet the Olympic cross-country skiers behind Team USA's historic win
CBSNews - 28 Feb 2018 20:53Jessie Diggins and Kikkan Randall beat Sweden by 19-hundredths of a second in the women's team sprint in Pyeongchang
These are the companies with the best pay and benefits
USA Today - 28 Feb 2018 20:49
The number one company for pay and benefits is...Costco! Elizabeth Keatinge has more. Leicester explosion: Police make three manslaughter arrests
BBC - 28 Feb 2018 20:49
Police investigating a fatal explosion in Leicester arrest three men on suspicion of manslaughter.Trump calls AG Sessions' move to investigate FBI 'disgraceful'
NY Daily News - 28 Feb 2018 20:48
Trump blasted Sessions, saying that he isn't doing enough to investigate whether the FBI abused government surveillance powers.Martinez calls in camels to get Nationals over playoff hump
USA Today - 28 Feb 2018 20:47New Washington Nationals manager Dave Martinez had a trio of camels brought to spring training camp, four-legged visual aids to help players launch a journey aimed at getting over the franchise's...
Ben Carson Went $26K Over Budget on a Table and Chairs for His Office
Slate - 28 Feb 2018 20:47When he was nominated as secretary of the Department of Housing and Urban Development, Ben Carson promised that his tenure would be marked by efficiency, both inside the organization and in the...
Ben Carson Went $30K Over Budget on a Table and Chairs for His Office
Slate - 28 Feb 2018 20:47When he was nominated as secretary of the Department of Housing and Urban Development, Ben Carson promised that his tenure would be marked by efficiency, both inside the organization and in the...
Why Missouri bet big on Cuonzo Martin and pay keeps rising in SEC, Big Ten
USA Today - 28 Feb 2018 20:47
The SEC and Big Ten are bringing in big money and using it to make bigger, more speculative bets on coaches KFC faces gravy shortage as distribution problems continue
BBC - 28 Feb 2018 20:47
After a chicken shortage led hundreds of KFC shops to close last week, the chain is now running low on gravy.Olympian Gus Kenworthy tweets support of Dick's Sporting Goods' decision on guns
USA Today - 28 Feb 2018 20:46
Olympic skier Gus Kenworthy praises Dick's Sporting Goods after company decides it will not sell assault-style weapons. Student grabs 'man who harassed her' in New Delhi market
Daily Mail - 28 Feb 2018 20:45
The man, named as Manish Kumar, was prevented from fighting his way out by the large crowd that gathered in the market in the Karol Bagh area of the Indian capital.No Mo' Mo: Jets release DE Wilkerson after 7 seasons
USA Today - 28 Feb 2018 20:45The New York Jets have released defensive end Muhammad Wilkerson
Sessions pushes back on Trump after 'disgraceful' insult
CNN - 28 Feb 2018 20:45Attorney General Jeff Sessions pushed back against President Donald Trump's latest insult on Wednesday, prolonging an increasingly awkward public spat between the President and his top law enforcement...
Cuomo pushes social media political ad funding disclosure bill
NY Daily News - 28 Feb 2018 20:45
Cuomo and Carl Heastie called for the passage of a bill that would require social media companies to disclose who paid for political ads.EU expects to govern Northern Irish trade after Brexit unless London finds solution fast | Reuters
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EU, US officials plan Berlin talks on Iran nuclear deal -source | Reuters
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Leicester explosion: three men arrested over fatal blast
The Guardian - 28 Feb 2018 20:44
Police question trio on suspicion of manslaughter after five people die in incident on Hinckley Road Three men in their 30s have been arrested on suspicion of manslaughter after the Hinckley Road...Matt Forte announces retirement after 10 NFL seasons
USA Today - 28 Feb 2018 20:44
Running back Matt Forte has announced his retirement from playing football after 10 NFL seasons 'We're looking at the very real possibility of extinction'
Boston - 28 Feb 2018 20:44
Researchers fly over Cape Cod Bay daily this time of year, following and counting the animals.Teacher arrested after barricading self inside classroom
NY Daily News - 28 Feb 2018 20:42
A Georgia teacher who barricaded themself in a classroom on Wednesday is in custody.'I want to heal': Teen opens up about returning to school after massacre
ABC News - 28 Feb 2018 20:42
Junior Samantha Grady was grazed by a bullet in the Feb. 14 shooting.95% of Parkland Students Showed Up for Class on the First Day Back Since the Shooting
Time - 28 Feb 2018 20:41
Out of a student body of 3,293Uber driver feels guilty for giving accused high school shooter a ride
New York Post - 28 Feb 2018 20:41
Confessed Florida shooter Nikolas Cruz calmly told an Uber driver he was headed to "music class" just minutes before carrying out his murderous rampage. Cruz ordered an Uber on Valentine's Day at 2:06...Cuba begins planning an institute dedicated to life of Fidel Castro
Miami Herald - 28 Feb 2018 20:41Fifteen months after the passing of Fidel Castro, Cuba has taken the first step toward creating an institution dedicated to preserving the work and legacy of the former leader. State …
Propaganda Machinery
Slate - 28 Feb 2018 20:40Speaking before the Conservative Political Action Conference last week, the National Rifle Association's executive vice president, Wayne LaPierre, denounced the news media's coverage of the deadly...
Signal from our universe's first stars deepens dark matter mystery
ABC News - 28 Feb 2018 20:39Astronomers detect a tiny signal from the birth of the earliest stars in our universe using a very simple radio antenna in the West Australian outback.
Senate GOP blocks Democratic push to tighten gun regulations
NY Daily News - 28 Feb 2018 20:38
State Senate Republicans beat back an attempt by Democrats to force a vote on measures tightening gun regulations in New York.Georgia police take teacher into custody after shots fired at school
The Guardian - 28 Feb 2018 20:37
Police tweeted that no children were hurt or in danger after reports of shots at a high school in Dalton, 90 miles from Atlanta Police in Georgia say officers are responding to reports of shots fired...Afghan boy launches UK legal challenge against refugee policy
The Guardian - 28 Feb 2018 20:36
Teenager argues Home Office applied unfair selection criteria after Calais camp closed A 16-year-old Afghan boy is challenging the government's refusal to allow him to seek sanctuary in the UK in a...New York regulator asks Deutsche, other banks about Kushner loans: source
Reuters - 28 Feb 2018 20:36(Reuters) - New York's state banking regulator asked Deutsche Bank AG and two other lenders for information on their relationships with White House senior adviser Jared Kushner, his family's real...
Steve Bell on Theresa May and the Irish border after Brexit - cartoon
The Guardian - 28 Feb 2018 20:36
Continue reading...Iranian FM on Eastern Europe trip meets Bulgarian officials
Fox News - 28 Feb 2018 20:36The foreign ministers of Bulgaria and Iran have discussed the state of affairs in the Middle East and bilateral economic relations.
Peak poop: climbers of tallest mountain in US told to take their feces home
The Guardian - 28 Feb 2018 20:36
Mountaineers at Denali in Alaska put human waste in a glacier but research finds it can persist, staining ice and polluting water sources Climbers who come from around the world to tackle North...Instagram model is actually a computer-generated image
Daily Mail - 28 Feb 2018 20:35
Shudu Gram is a computer-generated model created by British photographer Cameron-James Wilson, 28. She has already advertised for brands including Rihanna's Fenty Beauty.Chance the Rapper's talk at Museum of Contemporary Art rescheduled for Monday; tickets on sale Friday
Chicago Tribune - 28 Feb 2018 20:35ESPN analyst Jay Williams calls for an NCAA player boycott of the Final Four
USA Today - 28 Feb 2018 20:34
The former Duke star tweeted that players need to "force the hand of the NCAA" but noted that "it's how you boycott that's going to be the major difference." Trump blasts Jeff Sessions over surveillance probe, and California over the wall
USA Today - 28 Feb 2018 20:34Trump attacks Attorney General Jeff Sessions for seeking inspector general investigation of surveillance Three men arrested after Leicester explosion
Sky News - 28 Feb 2018 20:34
Three men have been arrested on suspicion of manslaughter after five people died in an explosion in Leicester, police have said.Trump publicly lashes out at Attorney General Jeff Sessions
The Week - 28 Feb 2018 20:32
President Trump criticized Attorney General Jeff Sessions in a tweet Wednesday morning, calling Sessions' handling of alleged surveillance abuses "disgraceful." Trump specifically referred to...Watch Utah lawmakers completely embarrass themselves rapping to The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air theme song
The Week - 28 Feb 2018 20:32
Schoolhouse Rock is so 1976. Apropos of nothing, the hip Utah House of Representatives set out to explain "how a law is made ... with a surprise twist," and in doing so they inexplicably forced a...Stars were active 180 million years after Big Bang
Daily Mail - 28 Feb 2018 20:31
Using a radio antenna not much larger than a refrigerator in a remote area of Western Australia, researchers discovered that ancient stars were active within 180 million years after the Big Bang.Unilever chief's pay package rises 51% to £10.3m
The Guardian - 28 Feb 2018 20:30
Bosses at consumer goods firm set for further rises if they 'deliver truly outstanding performance' The pay package of Unilever's chief executive, Paul Polman, grew by 51% to £10.3m in 2017, and he...Dick's Sporting Goods pulled assault-style rifles after Sandy Hook, too. It didn't last.
USA Today - 28 Feb 2018 20:30
When asked if the company would reverse its latest position, its CEO replied, "Never." Daimler welcomes Geely as new shareholder | Reuters
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The Guardian view on the EU draft withdrawal agreement: exposing Theresa May's leadership void | Editorial
The Guardian - 28 Feb 2018 20:29
The controversy around the latest proposals from Brussels flows from the prime minister's cowardly failure to make choices of her own The draft of an agreement setting out the terms of the UK's...Death of a Veggie Salesman
Slate - 28 Feb 2018 20:29Cornell University marketing professor Brian Wansink is famous for surprising findings about food--e.g., that people eat more popcorn when it comes in bigger tubs, or that the characters on cereal...
The Guardian view on the war in Afghanistan: give peace a chance | Editorial
The Guardian - 28 Feb 2018 20:29
Kabul's government has made an offer of peace talks to the Taliban to end America's longest war. It should be taken up In extending an olive branch to the Taliban at an international conference in...In the land of the Brexit blind, one-eyed John Major proves king
The Guardian - 28 Feb 2018 20:28
The former PM pretended not to delight in knifing Theresa and her cabal of Eurosceptic ultras Absence makes the heart grow fonder. When John Major was prime minister, he seemed a colourless master of...College basketball coaches who make more than $3 million
USA Today - 28 Feb 2018 20:28Florida teen first diagnosed with flu finds out he has stage 4 cancer
USA Today - 28 Feb 2018 20:28
The cancer had been in his body for months. Foreign Minister Julie Bishop warns on 'fake orphans' in Bali, Cambodia
The West Australian - 28 Feb 2018 20:28Well-meaning volunteers could be unwittingly contributing to the exploitation of children in Asia, particularly in Bali and Cambodia.
Mom charged in baby's death after off-duty cop crashed at 94 mph
NY Daily News - 28 Feb 2018 20:27
The mother of a child killed in car crash involving off-duty cop was arrested on a negligent homicide charge.Pouille battles to reach Dubai quarters
The West Australian - 28 Feb 2018 20:27
Frenchman Lucas Pouille has beaten Russia's Karen Khachanov in three sets to reach the quarter-finals of the Dubai Duty Free Tennis Championships.ISL 2017-18: Manuel Lanzarote's twin-strike helps FC Goa thrash ATK 5-1, keep semi-final hopes alive
Firstpost - 28 Feb 2018 20:26Manuel Lanzarote struck twice as FC Goa notched up a dominating 5-1 win over ATK and inched closer to a semi-final spot in the Hero Indian Super league (ISL) at the Nehru Stadium in Margao on...
North West police fire rubber bullets to disperse 'peaceful march'
IOL - 28 Feb 2018 20:26
North West police used rubber bullets to disperse residents from Popo Molefe informal settlement near Rustenburg.Kim Jong-Un, Father Used Fake Brazilian Passports For Visa Applications, Report Says
IBTimes - 28 Feb 2018 20:25North Korea leader Kim Jong-un and his deceased father Kim Jong II reportedly used fake Brazilian passports for visa applications to gain access to Western counties in the 1990s, Western Security...
Steinhoff's Q1 revenue falls, scandal hits working capital
Eyewitness News - 28 Feb 2018 20:25The multinational retailer has been fighting for survival after it discovered accounting irregularities in December which sparked a sell-off that wiped more than $10 billion off its market value.
The Culture Gabfest "Covenant of Quiet Enjoyment" Edition
Slate - 28 Feb 2018 20:23Listen to Culture Gabfest No. 493 with Stephen Metcalf, Dana Stevens, and Julia Turner with the audio player below.
Female TV writers protest at lack of opportunities in drama
The Guardian - 28 Feb 2018 20:23
Prestigious screenwriting work still overwhelmingly a male preserve, 70 signatories tell TV commissioners More than 70 female TV writers have accused British drama bosses of failing to give them...Universities Minister on bid to 'decolonise' courses
Daily Mail - 28 Feb 2018 20:23
Sam Gyimah has cautioned against phasing out parts of the curriculum after Cambridge professors discussed adding more ethnic minority authors to their courses.Parliament re-establishes ad hoc committee on political party funding
Eyewitness News - 28 Feb 2018 20:22The committee, which ceased to exist after submitting its report to Parliament at the end of November, has now been re-established so it can have more time to consider the financial implications of...
Nanticoke coal power station's smokestacks demolished
Toronto Sun - 28 Feb 2018 20:22
NANTICOKE — Two giant coal smokestacks at a shuttered Ontario generating station were toppled on Wednesday. The former Nanticoke Generating Station, near the north shore of Lake Erie, first...The legacy of storytelling in African-American history
CBSNews - 28 Feb 2018 20:20We hear from leading voices about the impact of stories through history, as well as the experiences that inspired them
Jacques Pauw: Hawks found nothing significant in raid
Eyewitness News - 28 Feb 2018 20:20The author of 'The President's Keepers' says officials were apparently looking for secret documents relating to his book.
Putin's 'goddaughter' throws water over rival in TV debate
Daily Mail - 28 Feb 2018 20:19
Ksenia Sobchak - a 36-year-old television presenter - reacted after being insulted by veteran ultranationalist Vladimir 'Mad Vlad' Zhirinovsky during the Russian election TV debate.Violence divides CAR along Christian-Muslim lines
Al Jazeera English - 28 Feb 2018 20:19Conflict spreading to areas once considered peaceful, with more than half the population in need of humanitarian aid.
Grad student claims she tipped off police to serial killer a year ago
New York Post - 28 Feb 2018 20:18
A criminal profiler said she tried to warn Toronto cops about a serial killer terrorizing the city's "Gay Village" almost a year before they nabbed a landscaper accused of slaying at least six men and...Donald Trump Jr. reports for Manhattan jury duty
NY Daily News - 28 Feb 2018 20:17
Donald Trump Jr. got picked for consideration to hear a 2016 attempted robbery case.3D models have found that dry skin causes wrinkles
Daily Mail - 28 Feb 2018 20:17
Researchers form the University of Southampton have developed computer models to understand what causes wrinkles and how we can stop them spreading.Six Nations: England have leadership issue, says head coach Eddie Jones
BBC - 28 Feb 2018 20:15
Head coach Eddie Jones admits England have an "ongoing leadership issue" following their defeat by Scotland in the Six Nations.Teacher in custody after reports of gunfire at Georgia high school | Reuters
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Trump to talk about guns, schools with 17 lawmakers at White House | Reuters
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Evan Rachel Wood details sexual assaults to Congress
USA Today - 28 Feb 2018 20:14
"Even though these experiences happened a decade ago, I still struggle with the aftermath," Evan Rachel Wood said. Ontarians living longer -- but especially in GTA
Toronto Sun - 28 Feb 2018 20:13
TORONTO — More people in Ontario are living past the age of 75, a new public health study has found, but the gains in longevity are seen mostly around the Greater Toronto Area. The Ontario Atlas of...Teacher with gun sparks school lockdown
New York Post - 28 Feb 2018 20:12
A teacher with a gun holed up in a classroom inside a Georgia high school on Wednesday, police said. Cops, responding to reports of gunshots at Dalton High School, arrested the unidentified teacher,...Rubio Bill Would Let 18-Year-Olds In D.C. Buy Assault-Style Guns -- Despite What He Just Said
The Huffington Post - 28 Feb 2018 20:11
"I absolutely believe that in this country, if you are 18 years of age, you should not be able to buy a rifle," the Florida senator said at last week's CNN town hall.DA's Breytenbach cleared of all charges
IOL - 28 Feb 2018 20:11
DA MP Glynnis Breytenbach has been cleared of charges levelled against her, including defeating the ends of justice.Teacher Fired Gun in Classroom and Barricaded Himself at Georgia High School, Police Say
Time - 28 Feb 2018 20:10No students have been hurtObama Foundation announces new scholarships to groom leaders
Chicago Tribune - 28 Feb 2018 20:10Prolific erotic novelist accused of running prostitution ring
NY Daily News - 28 Feb 2018 20:09
"We need to stop treating these women as victims. They are highly intelligent and educated."A Political Satire on Stage, and Not About Trump
The New York Times - 28 Feb 2018 20:08
Bruce Norris, the Pulitzer-winning playwright, brings "The Low Road," a Colonial-era free market spoof inspired by the financial crash, to the Public Theater.Afghanistan ready to play connector role in Eurasian integration
OpEdNews - 28 Feb 2018 20:08The key piece of the puzzle is public recognition that Afghanistan, slowly but surely, may now be positioning itself -- finally -- as a connector between Central Asia and South Asia. The next piece...
Scottish government to launch national investment bank
The Guardian - 28 Feb 2018 20:06
Publicly owned body will fund big ideas such as transition to a low-carbon economy The Scottish government has committed to a publicly owned national investment bank that campaigners and leading...'Dance Academy: The Comeback' Exclusive Movie Clip: Abigail And Ollie's Emotional Performance
IBTimes - 28 Feb 2018 20:05Australia's hit dance series, "Dance Academy," is back with a full-length feature film. The show, which followed a group of teens training and competing at an elite school, aired its series finale in...
Penny Vincenzi obituary
The Guardian - 28 Feb 2018 20:03
When Penny Vincenzi, who has died aged 78, signed a £100,000 book deal for her first novel in 1988, she promised herself a Chanel jacket like those she had fallen in love with as a young fashion...'Little Women: Atlanta' Season 4 Spoilers: Sneak Peek Teases Andrea's Risky Pregnancy
IBTimes - 28 Feb 2018 20:03Andrea should be on top of the world after making up with her best friend, Minnie, and finding out the gender of her baby. However, in this exclusive sneak peek of "Little Women: Atlanta" Season 4,...
Nxasana put the NPA above himself for the country, #Concourt hears
IOL - 28 Feb 2018 20:02
Former NPA boss Mxolisi Nxasana was entitled to the R17 million golden handshake he received to vacate his post, the ConCourt heard.Iran 'has built a military base outside Syria's capital'
Daily Mail - 28 Feb 2018 20:01
Satellite images show two new hangars constructed at a military base north of Damascus which security experts say are being used to house missiles and operated by Iranian special forces.Germany confirms hack of government computers, says incident under control | Reuters
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Trilobites: You Get Thirsty and Drink. How Does Your Brain Signal You've Had Enough?
The New York Times - 28 Feb 2018 20:00
Researchers have identified a set of neurons in mice that may explain the swift sensation of satisfaction that comes after a drink of water.Cosmic dawn: astronomers detect signals from first stars in the universe
The Guardian - 28 Feb 2018 20:00
'Revolutionary' observations suggest the first stars appeared 180m years after the big bang - and may hold information on dark matter Astronomers have detected a signal from the first stars as they...Twitter Is Rolling Out a Bookmark Feature for Tweets
Slate - 28 Feb 2018 20:00Twitter announced Wednesday that it is creating a bookmark function, which people can use to save tweets in a folder accessible through their profile icon menus.
Prime Minister Malcolm Turnbull writes to all school principals across Australia in bid to prevent bullying
The West Australian - 28 Feb 2018 20:00
Prime Minister Malcolm Turnbull is writing to every school principal in the country -- including more than 1000 in WA -- to urge them to do more to target bullying and violence in the classroom.East Perth to stay aligned with West Coast Eagles for three more years
The West Australian - 28 Feb 2018 20:00East Perth will remain formally aligned with West Coast for the next three seasons at least after failing to meet the deadline to sever their alliance.
Elliot Yeo backs 'tough little bugger' Brayden Ainsworth to push selection case at West Coast
The West Australian - 28 Feb 2018 20:00
Draftee Brayden Ainsworth has bolted into round one calculations after a stellar first pre-season at West Coast.Matt Nagy on his offensive vision for Bears, his evaluation of Mitch Trubisky and more
Chicago Tribune - 28 Feb 2018 20:00Treasurer Ben Wyatt extends redundancy process after flood of applicants
The West Australian - 28 Feb 2018 20:00MORE than 3500 public servants have put their hands up for voluntary redundancy in latest round of government job cuts.
WA's Marcus Stoinis set to resist coming home to Perth Scorchers
The West Australian - 28 Feb 2018 20:00The gun all-rounder has revealed he's close to signing a contract extension with Melbourne Stars.
Fake Kununurra bank robber an 'idiot who stuffed up'
The West Australian - 28 Feb 2018 20:00
A man who pretended to rob a Kununurra bank with a finger under his shirt for a joke was not laughing when he was fined close to $5000.Claremont murder case: Grieving family eyeball accused for first time
The West Australian - 28 Feb 2018 20:00
Sarah Spiers' father rarely turned his attention away from the TV screen that was beaming the images of Bradley Edwards into the courtroom.Australian Beverage Council accuses WA government of shunning them at health summit
The West Australian - 28 Feb 2018 20:00
Soft-drink makers have accused the State Government of shunning them at a preventive health summit tomorrow, claiming they should be part of efforts to reduce obesity.WA loses soldiers as the army expands
The West Australian - 28 Feb 2018 20:00
The number of full-time Australian Army personnel based in WA has fallen by 15 per cent over the past two decades.Aaron Pajich-Sweetman murder: Lilley and Lenon a murderous 'perfect storm'
The West Australian - 28 Feb 2018 20:00
Together, the Supreme Court was told yesterday, Jemma Lilley and Trudi Lenon made a murderous "perfect storm". And 18 year-old Aaron Pajich-Sweetman became their tragically young victim.Opinion: It's time for action, let's get angrier about child abuse
The West Australian - 28 Feb 2018 20:00
If, when you've finished reading this, you're unsettled and a bit p...ed off, if you're annoyed at me for messing with your comfort levels, then I'll high five myself.NBL playoffs 2018: Mitch Creek admits Adelaide doubt will remain until they win title
The West Australian - 28 Feb 2018 20:00
Mitch Creek says Adelaide will doubt whether they have the right formula for success unless they win the NBL title.Elon Musk's Tesla Roadster could contaminate Mars
Daily Mail - 28 Feb 2018 19:59
If the car collides with Mars, bacteria from Earth could wipe out any alien microorganisms that may live on the red planet, researchers at Purdue University in West Lafayette, Indiana, said.Ed Sheeran submits plans to build a chapel on his property
Daily Mail - 28 Feb 2018 19:58
The Castle On The Hill singer is awaiting planning permission fro,m East Suffolk Council to construct the venue, which will sit just yards from his rural mansion.Meghan Markle says she wants to focus on women's empowerment
Miami Herald - 28 Feb 2018 19:58Meghan Markle said Wednesday that she hopes to "hit the ground running" as a member of the British royal family and use her position to highlight the empowerment of women. …
Japan police confirm arrest of US man over dismembered body
Miami Herald - 28 Feb 2018 19:58Japanese police confirmed Thursday the arrest of an American on suspicion of dismembering and abandoning the body of a woman in western Japan. Hyogo prefectural police said Yevgeniy Vasilievich...
Superintendent lauds "outstanding" attendance 2 weeks after shooting
CBSNews - 28 Feb 2018 19:57"The past two weeks have certainly been a challenge," Broward County Schools superintendent Robert Runcie said Wednesday
Government aid staff were reported over sexual harassment
Daily Mail - 28 Feb 2018 19:57
Aid Secretary Penny Mordaunt vowed last week that any allegations against her own civil servants would be fully investigated and vowed to keep Parliament updated.Trump Attacks Sessions Over Handling of Surveillance Abuse Allegations
The New York Times - 28 Feb 2018 19:57
The president scolded Mr. Sessions after he suggested that the Justice Department's inspector general would look into accusations of surveillance abuses.Lens: Indians Celebrating India at Houston FotoFest
The New York Times - 28 Feb 2018 19:57
This year's FotoFest International, the first and longest-running worldwide photography biennial, focuses on work by artists of Indian origin.FIFA World Cup 2018: Coaches express confidence in implementation of VAR technology in event
Firstpost - 28 Feb 2018 19:57World Cup coaches expressed a quiet confidence on Wednesday about Video Assistant Referee (VAR) technology ahead of its likely adoption for this year's showpiece event in Russia. The post FIFA World...
Prosecutors ask Scotland Yard to look into Max Mosley case
Daily Mail - 28 Feb 2018 19:56
The dramatic move came after the Daily Mail today submitted a dossier to the CPS from its investigation into the former Formula One chief's evidence at his 2008 court battle.What two Arizona educators have sacrificed to continue teaching
CBSNews - 28 Feb 2018 19:56Earnings of elementary school teachers in the state are about $13,000 less than the national average
UK rejects EU plan to keep Northern Ireland in customs union
Al Jazeera English - 28 Feb 2018 19:54PM Theresa May said measures set out in a draft proposal by the EU threatened the UK's 'constitutional integrity'.
Katy Perry and Orlando Bloom confirm romance rumours
Daily Mail - 28 Feb 2018 19:53
The singer, 33, was seen enjoying a casual stroll around the city with the 41-year-old actor and his pooch Mighty, amid rumours the pair have rekindled their romance.A 5-year-old was turned away from the doctor for being late. Hours later, she died.
Miami Herald - 28 Feb 2018 19:52A Wales coroner declared a 5-year-old girl named Ellie-May Clark had been "let down by the failures in the system" after she died at home hours after she was refused …
Toronto cop accused of carelessly firing gun
Toronto Sun - 28 Feb 2018 19:51
TORONTO — A veteran Toronto cop has been charged criminally after opening fire on a man at a construction site along the city's harbour front last fall. Toronto Police say the accused officer and...Afghanistan: Taliban offered status as political party
Al Jazeera English - 28 Feb 2018 19:50The offer was made during the Kabul Process peace conference, where 25 countries were meeting to try and initiate a meaningful process aimed at ending the 16-year-long war.
Kushner cannot be 'effective' without security clearance, say experts
The Guardian - 28 Feb 2018 19:50
Fresh controversy over Kushner laid bare the ramifications of Trump's decision to place his son-in-law in high-ranking position Jared Kushner's role as a senior adviser in Donald Trump's White House...Pair get life in prison for 'thrill kill' of autistic teen
New York Post - 28 Feb 2018 19:50
A deranged pair of women who killed an autistic teen for the thrill of it in their quest to become serial killers will spend the rest of their lives in prison, a judge said Wednesday. "You killed for...Kyle Hendricks named Cubs' No. 2 starter, will face A's
Chicago Tribune - 28 Feb 2018 19:50The Teaser for Wreck-It Ralph 2 Is Here, and It Might Remind You of a Chappelle's Show Skit
Slate - 28 Feb 2018 19:49Wreck-It Ralph, the arcade game villain-turned-hero, is back for another brand name-packed installment, and this time, he's going online. The teaser for Ralph Breaks the Internet shows John C....
Rescued baby chimp helps 'co-pilot' flight to new home
Miami Herald - 28 Feb 2018 19:49Mussa, a baby chimpanzee recently saved from poachers in the Democratic Republic of Congo, enjoyed a plane ride to his new home. During the flight, Mussa spent some grooming time with his new friend...
Brexit is a mess because of giant political egos
CNN - 28 Feb 2018 19:49It is normally an iron law of politics that there is always a deal to be made.
Mexican police allegedly used near death-squad tactics
Miami Herald - 28 Feb 2018 19:49Police in Mexico's corruption-plagued state of Veracruz set up units that used dirty-war, death-squad style tactics to abduct, kill and dispose of at least 15 people, mostly youths, who they …
UK's offer to EU nationals arriving during Brexit transition
BBC - 28 Feb 2018 19:48
The UK government says EU citizens arriving after Brexit day will be able to apply to stay permanently.Woman mauled to death at 'lion whisperer' reserve
Sky News - 28 Feb 2018 19:48
A young woman has been mauled to death by a lioness at a wildlife reserve made famous by a world-renowned "lion whisperer".NW EFF requests no confidence motion against Mahumapelo
Eyewitness News - 28 Feb 2018 19:46The party alleges premier Supra Mahumapelo knew about underhanded dealings in the provincial Department of Health.
LOVE RANCH BROUHAHA! Famed Nevada brothel shuttered
Toronto Sun - 28 Feb 2018 19:46
In the end, it wasn’t an outbreak of VD that shuttered Nevada’s famed Love Ranch brothel. It was a dispute over fire sprinklers, and now officials have suspended the famed cathouse’s licence to...Mexican police allegedly used near death-squad tactics
Fox News - 28 Feb 2018 19:45
Prosecutors in the corruption-plagued Mexican state of Veracruz say police set up units that used dirty-war, death-squad style tactics to abduct, kill and dispose of at least 15 people suspected of...Merkel ally favours new election if SPD rejects coalition | Reuters
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Dollar gains on Powell's economic outlook, stocks slip | Reuters
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Berghoff to add microbrewery to iconic Loop restaurant
Chicago Tribune - 28 Feb 2018 19:45American Airlines opposes Emanuel's $8.5B O'Hare expansion, alleges secret deal cut with United
Chicago Tribune - 28 Feb 2018 19:45Grenfell Tower death toll climbs to 72
Daily Mail - 28 Feb 2018 19:44
Maria Del Pilar Burton, 74, known as Pily, had been in hospital ever since her home was destroyed by the fire last June, killing her dog and 71 of her neighbours.Britt McHenry to host weekly news TV show, 'Like It or Not'
NY Daily News - 28 Feb 2018 19:44
Britt McHenry has a new job and is already getting into Twitter fights over it.Big Apple pays out $180Gs to suspects asked to remove hijabs
Toronto Sun - 28 Feb 2018 19:44
A trio of Muslim women scored a total of $180,000 because the NYPD forced them to take off their hijabs for mug shots. According to the New York Daily News, the request flew in the face of a new edict...Naperville Police Arrest Suspect for Drug Offenses
Chicago Tribune - 28 Feb 2018 19:44Federal employees protest payroll
CTV News - 28 Feb 2018 19:43
They say the problems in the Phoenix pay system won't be solved by the measure's announced in the budgetHonduras' former first lady arrested in graft case
Miami Herald - 28 Feb 2018 19:42Military police searched the home of former Honduran President Porfirio Lobo on Wednesday and arrested his wife as part of a corruption probe by an international team of investigators. Police …
#March1NRABoycott: Apple, Amazon, YouTube Pressured To Ditch NRA
IBTimes - 28 Feb 2018 19:42After pressuring a number of major corporations to cut ties with the National Rifle Association, protesters will next direct their efforts at tech firms that have relationships with the controversial...
What to Know about Edward Stack, the CEO of Dick's Sporting Goods
Time - 28 Feb 2018 19:42
On Wednesday, Dick's Sporting Goods CEO Edward Stack announced the company would no longer sell assault-style rifles at any of its storesFamilies surround Florida shooting school as students return
Reuters - 28 Feb 2018 19:40PARKLAND, Fla.
Vero Is Taking On Instagram By Fixing the One Thing Everyone Hates About Instagram
Time - 28 Feb 2018 19:40
Everybody's talking about this new social media app. Here's what to know"To Be a Writer You Have to Be Against the State": Youssef Fadel Illuminates Morocco's Past and Present
The New Yorker - 28 Feb 2018 19:39Nicolas Niarchos writes that Moroccan novelist Youssef Fadel's novel "A Rare Blue Bird Flies with Me" is "unsettling and powerful" in its descriptions of Morocco's secret prisons.
Immigration Agency Rails Against Oakland Mayor's Warning of Raids
The New York Times - 28 Feb 2018 19:39
The ICE chief said Mayor Libby Schaaf's announcement of impending arrests allowed hundreds to elude capture, and "was no better than a gang lookout yelling 'Police!'"Prezzo set to close 100 restaurants in rescue attempt
BBC - 28 Feb 2018 19:39
The Italian restaurant chain is the latest firm to close stores as it tries to rescue the business.Fighter jet leaves onlookers in a whirlwind of dust
Daily Mail - 28 Feb 2018 19:39
The US Navy F-18 Hornet from the Blue Angels display team created the spectacular cloud as the pilot performed a 'low transition takeoff'.'Bold And The Beautiful' Spoilers: Katie And Wyatt Worry After Bill's Threats
IBTimes - 28 Feb 2018 19:38They knew he wasn't going to take the news of their relationship and plans to marry well but following Bill's threats to destroy Wyatt and Katie's lives could send them both into a panic on the...
Report: Russian group hacked Germany's government network
Miami Herald - 28 Feb 2018 19:38A Russian-backed hacker group known for many high-level cyber attacks was able to infiltrate the German government's secure computer networks, the dpa news agency reported Wednesday. Dpa cited...
Supreme Court wrestles with Minnesota voter apparel case
Reuters - 28 Feb 2018 19:38WASHINGTON
Family alleges housing discrimination
CTV News - 28 Feb 2018 19:38
A family has filed a human rights complaint against the Milton Park Coop.John Major: The 'b*******' haven't won on Brexit
Sky News - 28 Feb 2018 19:38
Former prime minister Sir John Major has denied the "b*******" have won as he called for MPs to have a free vote on Brexit.'Ground-breaking' research uncovers 24 unknown mutations
Daily Mail - 28 Feb 2018 19:37
The University of Melbourne team claim their findings could allow doctors to better estimate a woman's risk of getting breast cancer, if the disease has run in her family.Prosecutors directly link Netanyahu to another graft probe
CNN - 28 Feb 2018 19:36For the first time, prosecutors directly linked Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu to what is known as Case 4000, alleging he gave regulatory benefits worth up to 1 billion shekels...
Cracking the mysteries of the elusive whale shark
Daily Mail - 28 Feb 2018 19:36
In an attempt to solve some of the most enduring mysteries, a group of scientists spent several weeks diving with whale sharks in the Galapagos Islands last summer and fall.Couple on the run from cops bolts straight into precinct parking lot
New York Post - 28 Feb 2018 19:36
PHOENIX -- Two shoplifting suspects running from police scaled a fence to get away from officers and landed in a secure parking lot of a police station -- and in custody. Officials tell KTAR-FM that...Pennsylvania church blesses couples bearing AR-15 rifles
NY Daily News - 28 Feb 2018 19:36
Couples bearing AR-15 and AK-style rifles gathered inside a Pennsylvania church for a blessing ceremony that shut down nearby schools.Politicised students are a nightmare for the government - any attempt to neutralise them is doomed | Zoe Williams
The Guardian - 28 Feb 2018 19:35
Tuition fees were meant to pit teachers and learners against each other. Instead, they have bound them together in solidarity The most interesting thing in a damning report often doesn't end up as its...Jimmy Kimmel Reveals the True Hero of the 2017 Oscars Best Picture Mix-Up
Time - 28 Feb 2018 19:35
Kimmel got a helping hand from one of the Best Actor nomineesStranded in Libya: ISIL's Tunisian women and children
Al Jazeera English - 28 Feb 2018 19:34Dozens of relatives of Tunisians who fought with Islamic State of Iraq and the Levant caught in diplomatic limbo.
Exec returns to Goldman after stint with 'Government Sachs'
New York Post - 28 Feb 2018 19:34
Goldman Sachs just rehired somebody back from "Government Sachs." Dina Powell, a Goldman alum who worked less than a year as an adviser to the Trump White House, is returning to the bank to work in...HMP Peterborough jailbreak inmate scaled wall 'like Spiderman'
BBC - 28 Feb 2018 19:33
Gintautas Urbonas, 52, used a rope made of face towels to help his escape.Dramatic moment car explodes at the NHRA Arizona Nationals
Daily Mail - 28 Feb 2018 19:32
Legendary driver John Force, 68, was competing against Jonnie Lindberg, 28, in the elimination round of the NHRA Arizona Nationals on Sunday.Russia 'on wrong side of history' over Syria chemical weapons - US
The Guardian - 28 Feb 2018 19:31
Top disarmament official's comments come after reports of chlorine attack in eastern Ghouta A top US disarmament official has accused Russia of being on the wrong side of history on chemical weapon...Everyone is obsessed with Kyle Schwarber's new body, but what's the healthy way to react to dramatic weight loss?
Chicago Tribune - 28 Feb 2018 19:30'Going rate' to buy a job in Dorothy Brown's office? $10,000, employee tells feds
Chicago Tribune - 28 Feb 2018 19:30Inside the £100,000 Oscars goody bag
Daily Mail - 28 Feb 2018 19:29
VIP guests attending the 90th Academy Awards Oscars, which will take place at the Dolby Theatre in Hollywood on the 4th March, will receive gifts including a 12-night Tanzania trip for two.A visit to Toys R Us or Maplin shows why they are doomed
The Guardian - 28 Feb 2018 19:29
Visitors to the stores can't find what they want and know it's cheaper on eBay or Amazon After hearing the news that Toys R Us UK was to go into administration on Wednesday morning, removal men Mark...World's first $1BILLION painting inevitable say experts
Daily Mail - 28 Feb 2018 19:24
The price of fine art is surging at such as pace, with growth driven by museums, that it is only a matter of time before the first $1 billion painting is sold, a new report claims.Europe's 1st successful sciatic nerve transplant in Poland
Miami Herald - 28 Feb 2018 19:23Doctors in Poland say they have successfully completed Europe's first transplant of a sciatic nerve from a deceased donor. The recipient is officer from an anti-terrorism police unit. Jacek...
The plane you’re flying on may have an illustrious past
USA Today - 28 Feb 2018 19:23
Your airplane may have had a previous life carrying celebrities or international potentates, or toiling for foreign air forces. Ex-Trump top aide Manafort pleads not guilty
Eyewitness News - 28 Feb 2018 19:22Paul Manafort is facing two separate indictments on an array of charges, including conspiracy to launder money, filing false tax returns, bank fraud, and failing to register as a foreign agent.
West Virginia Gov. Jim Justice, not resigning, blasts lawmaker for spreading the rumor
USA Today - 28 Feb 2018 19:21
"This rumor that I have resigned is completely unfounded and untrue. You should be ashamedRalph Rodighiero," he wrote on Facebook. Shooting survivor's father admits email changes in CNN spat
Boston - 28 Feb 2018 19:20
Florida school shooting survivor's father admits email changes in spat with CNN over town hall questionsGermany: Anti-government extremist group strong in Bavaria
Miami Herald - 28 Feb 2018 19:20Bavarian authorities say about one in four known members of an anti-government extremist group live in the southern state and they're investigating whether there are even more. Bavarian Interior...
Germany: Anti-government extremist group strong in Bavaria
Fox News - 28 Feb 2018 19:20Bavarian authorities say about one in four known members of an anti-government extremist group live in the southern state and they're investigating whether there are even more.
5 young Blackhawks players who should get more looks this season
Chicago Tribune - 28 Feb 2018 19:20You've been drinking alcohol all wrong!
Daily Mail - 28 Feb 2018 19:19
EXCLUSIVE: Drinks expert Matthew Iovane, Director of premium sake brand HEAVENSAKE, has revealed the habits we're all guilty of, such as pairing red wine with cheese.Mother, 44, walks around naked in front of her children
Daily Mail - 28 Feb 2018 19:18
Deborah Hodge, 44, of Sidcup, Kent, revealed she walks around naked at home to teach her children about having a positive body image due to concerns about what they see on social media.EU's Juncker urges Kosovo solve border deal with Montenegro
Miami Herald - 28 Feb 2018 19:17European Commission President Jean-Claude Juncker on Wednesday called on Kosovo to ratify a border demarcation deal with Montenegro and improve ties with Serbia. Juncker was near the end of a …
Billy Graham, wary of politics in life, praised by Trump, politicians as 'America's pastor
Chicago Tribune - 28 Feb 2018 19:17Lioness under care of 'lion whisperer' mauls woman to death
NY Daily News - 28 Feb 2018 19:14
A lion under the care of a noted "lion whisperer" in South Africa mauled a 22-year-old woman to death on Tuesday.China bans letter N to hush criticism against President Xi
Daily Mail - 28 Feb 2018 19:14
China's propaganda machine reportedly blocked the letter 'n' to be published on its social media this week in a bid to hush criticism against the nation's President Xi Jinping.Afghanistan's offer to the Taliban is a desperate but necessary one
CNN - 28 Feb 2018 19:14It is both what we knew had to happen one day and something no one ever expected to happen.
Pep Guardiola may argue revealing yellow ribbon was unintended
The Guardian - 28 Feb 2018 19:13
• Guardiola's jacket had concealed ribbon during first half at Wigan• Catalan thanks fans for backing gesture in support of politicians Pep Guardiola may argue he unwittingly broke Football...Activists decry video of Boston police stop of black man
Boston - 28 Feb 2018 19:13
Civil rights activists say a widely shared video of an interaction between a white police officer and a black man in Boston underscores broader concerns about how minorities are treated by law...Kushner Has No Business in the White House
Slate - 28 Feb 2018 19:12There are many reasons why Jared Kushner has no business holding a senior policy job in the White House, but the downgrading of his security clearance last week, from "top secret" to "secret," is the...
Fight the gender gap--with a benefit just for men
Macleans - 28 Feb 2018 19:12
Equity in the work place can get a boost from better partnerships at home The post Fight the gender gap--with a benefit just for men appeared first on Macleans.ca.The twilight of the Patriots' dynasty has finally arrived
Boston - 28 Feb 2018 19:12
For almost two decades, the Patriots have torched opponents and fired up New England's sports fans. Now the clock is ticking down.Civilisations' striking similarity to 1969 series signals slow evolution of arts TV
The Guardian - 28 Feb 2018 19:12
BBC offers spectacular global revamp of original, but with little change in its presentation Contemplating an early statue in Civilisations, the BBC's new art history series, Mary Beard observes that...Trump to talk about guns, schools with 17 lawmakers at White House
Reuters - 28 Feb 2018 19:12WASHINGTON
Husband and wife accused of theft
CTV News - 28 Feb 2018 19:12Laval police arrested a couple accused of robbing stores in Laval, Gatineau, and Longueuil.Bill Banning Circumcision in Iceland Alarms Religious Groups
The New York Times - 28 Feb 2018 19:11
Doctors, nurses and midwives have thrown their support behind the bill, which would ban circumcisions in children without a medical reason.Analysis: Hicks' white lies part of campaign against truth
CNN - 28 Feb 2018 19:11In testimony before the House Intelligence Committee, White House communications director Hope Hicks acknowledged that she sometimes was required to tell white lies in service of President Donald...
'Nxasana's unlawful settlement shouldn't affect Abrahams' position'
Eyewitness News - 28 Feb 2018 19:10Counsel for Shaun Abrahams has spent the day in the Constitutional Court opposing the High Court ruling which set aside Abraham's appointment as well as Mxolisi Nxasana's R17 million golden handshake.
Premier League still the greatest prize for Guardiola
Mail & Guardian - 28 Feb 2018 19:10Guardiola is far more interested in the six victories that will make the English title a mathematical certainty for City
Ex-Cuomo aide's wife had 'bona fide' job, but lousy work ethic
NY Daily News - 28 Feb 2018 19:09
The wife of Joseph Percoco was a lousy worker, but her cushy job was legit, a lawyer in Percoco's corruption trial insisted.UN says aid ready to go to 10 areas, but no Syria cease-fire
Miami Herald - 28 Feb 2018 19:09The U.N. humanitarian chief says convoys with food and other aid are ready to go to 10 besieged and hard-to-reach locations in Syria, including the Damascus suburbs of eastern Ghouta …
Catastrophe looms if we fail to tackle diabetes | Letters
The Guardian - 28 Feb 2018 19:09
Readers, including Keith Vaz MP, respond to the report that diabetes cases in the UK are set to double The crisis in diabetes (Health alert as diabetes cases double to 3.7m, 27 February) is only going...UN says aid ready to go to 10 areas, but no Syria cease-fire
Fox News - 28 Feb 2018 19:09The U.N. humanitarian chief says convoys with food and other aid are ready to go to 10 besieged and hard-to-reach locations in Syria, including the Damascus suburbs of eastern Ghouta -- but there is...
Gun violence in Chicago kills hundreds every year - in pictures
The Guardian - 28 Feb 2018 19:08
Photographer Jim Young spent six months chronicling the human toll of the bloodshed plaguing Chicago, captured through images of memorials and murder scenes Harrowing images of the anguished faces of child slavery
Daily Mail - 28 Feb 2018 19:08
The photographs offer an insight into the lives of enslaved children in the United States - some of whom were forced to toil in fields alongside their mothers when they were just toddlers.Breytenbach acquitted of charges brought by NPA
Eyewitness News - 28 Feb 2018 19:08Glynnis Breytenbach, who is now a Democratic Alliance Member of Parliament, faced charges of contravening the NPA Act, and defeating the ends of justice.
Two killed after helicopter crashes in Mpumalanga open field
IOL - 28 Feb 2018 19:08
Two men died when a helicopter crashed near Delmas, Mpumalanga, private emergency services provider ER24 reported.Airfish 8 can carry 8 passengers above water at 120mph
Daily Mail - 28 Feb 2018 19:07
The AirFish 8 is a wing-in-ground-effect craft created by Singapore firm Wigetworks that requires around 500m (1,600ft) to takeoff or land and has a range of around 300 nautical miles.Pupils versus teachers snowball fight
BBC - 28 Feb 2018 19:07
The primary school head teacher who let his pupils take on teachers in a snowball fight.Funding Infrastructure: Why China Is Running Circles Around America
OpEdNews - 28 Feb 2018 19:06While American politicians argue endlessly about where to find the money, China has been forging full steam ahead with its mega-projects. Where do the banks get the money? Basically, they print it....
Paris Fashion Week: Roaring Twenties, nature, Glam Rock
Miami Herald - 28 Feb 2018 19:05Paris Fashion Week is continuing in the French capital. Themes from the natural world, to the Roaring Twenties to the era of Glam Rock have been channeled on Day 2 …
Berlusconi pick for premier, Tajani, campaigns in Brussels
Fox News - 28 Feb 2018 19:05The man tapped by Silvio Berlusconi as his choice for Italy's next premier has met with laid off Italian union workers and vowed to pull strings to intervene in the politically clamorous closure of...
A frightened child in Chicago and an immigration policy unbecoming of America
Chicago Tribune - 28 Feb 2018 19:05Trump attacks Jeff Sessions over inquiry into alleged surveillance abuses
The Guardian - 28 Feb 2018 19:04
The president tweeted disapproval after Sessions announced inquiry into allegations FBI and DOJ violated Fisa standards Donald Trump has once again lashed out at his attorney general, tweeting that he...Unclaimed bodies pile up as payments wither, overdoses rise
Boston - 28 Feb 2018 19:04
The number of funeral homes willing to handle burial or cremation of the unclaimed dead in some places is dwindling as government reimbursements fail to keep up with expensesJohn Major blasts government Brexit strategy
BBC - 28 Feb 2018 19:04
Sir John Major talks to the BBC's Laura Kuenssberg about his call for MPs to be given a free vote on Brexit and criticism of Theresa May's negotiating strategy.Florida shooting survivors aren't 'crisis actors.' They're victims of Internet failure.
USA Today - 28 Feb 2018 19:03
Minutesafter the Parkland high school massacre, we turned on each other, grabbed our social media guns and firmly took sides. Some Golden Age. This Is Who Controls Bitcoin
Forbes - 28 Feb 2018 19:03
Bitcoin is a decentralized network, so who has the strongest hand when it comes to making changes to the protocol?Hawks raid Jacques Pauw's house
Sowetan LIVE - 28 Feb 2018 19:03A search and seizure warrant obtained by anti-terrorism police shows authorities believe that Jacques Pauw‚ author of the bestselling book The President's Keepers‚ is in possession of secret...
Ta-Nehisi Coates is writing Captain America
The Week - 28 Feb 2018 19:02
Ta-Nehisi Coates has joined on to write a new Captain America comic book series, with the first issue to be released on the Fourth of July this year. "Writing is about questions for me -- not...Paris Fashion Week: Roaring Twenties, nature, Glam Rock
Fox News - 28 Feb 2018 19:02
Paris Fashion Week is continuing in the French capital.Jewish activists urge Labour not to reinstate Ken Livingstone
The Guardian - 28 Feb 2018 19:01
Members of Jewish Labour Movement say allowing return of former London mayor could damage chances in May elections Senior Jewish activists have urged Labour's ruling body not to allow the former...A New Study Shows How Other Countries Are Making Paid Leave Work
Slate - 28 Feb 2018 19:01The U.S. is the only wealthy nation in the world not to guarantee paid leave from work for new parents or individuals or families battling illness, and lately, policymakers on both sides of the aisle...
Samsung smart fridge speaks and sends you 'shelfies'
Daily Mail - 28 Feb 2018 19:00
Samsung has showcased its interactive kitchen with smart fridge at the MWC in Barcelona this week. The fridge can speak to you and take 'shelfies' to see when you need to buy certain groceries.At the Capitol, Tributes to the Rev. Billy Graham
The New York Times - 28 Feb 2018 19:00Politicians and other well-wishers gathered at the Capitol Wednesday to pay tribute to the Rev. Billy Graham, ahead of his funeral in North Carolina on Friday.Art Review: A Maverick of Japanese Photography, Bound Tight to Ritual
The New York Times - 28 Feb 2018 19:00
For more than 50 years, Nobuyoshi Araki has pushed the limits of free expression. Rope is for him what blue paint was for Yves Klein.'I have a post-9/11 mentality': creating art while Muslim in Australia
The Guardian - 28 Feb 2018 19:00
In a visceral new exhibition at the Adelaide festival, 11 multidisciplinary artists reflect on racism, representation and spiritual epiphanies Light flashes upon 11 television screens the refugee...Smacking versus assault argued in court
IOL - 28 Feb 2018 19:00
The mother's lawyer, advocate Murray Pitman, proposed that although assaulting a child was a criminal offence, an intellectually disabled person with a mild disability, a severe head injury and a drug...College Basketball Betting Odds: Virginia, Duke, Michigan State Among March Madness 2018 Favorites
IBTimes - 28 Feb 2018 19:00March Madness 2018 is fast approaching, and the race toward the Final Four appears to be wide open. No college basketball team stands out as the clear favorite when it comes to winning this year's...
Will Trump throw Jared Kushner under the bus?
Chicago Tribune - 28 Feb 2018 19:00New Bruce Norris play about sex offenders opens 43rd Steppenwolf season
Chicago Tribune - 28 Feb 2018 19:00Greek PM in mini-reshuffle after rent allowance scandal
Miami Herald - 28 Feb 2018 18:59Prime Minister Alexis Tsipras has appointed deputy premier Yannis Dragasakis as the country's economy and development minister in a limited cabinet reshuffle triggered by a rent allowance scandal. In...
Merkel says Germany has 'no-go areas;' gov't won't say where
Miami Herald - 28 Feb 2018 18:59German officials have been left speechless by Chancellor Angela Merkel's comment that there are "no-go areas" in the country. The notion there are places in Germany outsiders -- including police …
Greek PM in mini-reshuffle after rent allowance scandal
Fox News - 28 Feb 2018 18:59Prime Minister Alexis Tsipras has appointed deputy premier Yannis Dragasakis as the country's economy and development minister in a limited cabinet reshuffle triggered by a rent allowance scandal.
Merkel says Germany has 'no-go areas;' gov't won't say where
Fox News - 28 Feb 2018 18:58German officials have been left speechless by Chancellor Angela Merkel's comment that there are "no-go areas" in the country.
Trump attacks Sessions over Russian probe methods
ABC News - 28 Feb 2018 18:57
President Donald Trump is continuing to lash out at Attorney General Jeff Sessions as he argues for investigation into the Russian election probeNew York Knicks Rumors: Team Could Fire Jeff Hornacek, Hire Doc Rivers From Clippers
IBTimes - 28 Feb 2018 18:57As success continues to elude the New York Knicks, the rumor mill is fired back up regarding the team's head coaching position. Marc Berman of the New York Post proposed, based on something an unnamed...
US civil rights groups decry 'anti-Muslim' bill in Idaho
Al Jazeera English - 28 Feb 2018 18:57Similar 'anti-Sharia' bills are being considered in several states across the United States.
Olly Murphy shows ambition in his pursuit of Cheltenham riders
The Guardian - 28 Feb 2018 18:56
• Trainer, 26, has targeted Jack Kennedy and Richard Johnson• Murphy to restrict number of horses he sends to Festival Olly Murphy has not yet broken into the top echelon of jumps trainers but you...Rev. Billy Graham honored at US Capitol
ABC News - 28 Feb 2018 18:56
He was a faith leader who once ministered to the powerful.WATCH: Basketball player scores big off the court by helping homeless woman
ABC News - 28 Feb 2018 18:55
Mike Lewis II gave a woman who had been sleeping in her car chicken wings and pizza after a recent game.Another Oscars, another male host. Why not one of these women?
Chicago Tribune - 28 Feb 2018 18:55Clinton blasts Trump for ignoring Russia meddling
New York Post - 28 Feb 2018 18:54
Hillary Clinton took to President Trump's favorite social media platform Wednesday to slam him for not doing enough to combat Russia's continued meddling in US elections -- including the 2018...Using Your Phone At Dinner Isn't Just Rude. It Also Makes You Unhappy
Time - 28 Feb 2018 18:54
Put it away alreadyNew book: Girls feel pressure to achieve, but failure is OK
USA Today - 28 Feb 2018 18:54
'Enough As She Is' by Rachel Simmons shows the pressure girls are under to achieve, and offers some solutions. A 3-star book review. Europe is so cold now that the Arctic appears to be a warm escape
Chicago Tribune - 28 Feb 2018 18:54Lawsuit Revisits Death of Woman Found Hanged From Balcony of California Mansion
Time - 28 Feb 2018 18:53
A new civil lawsuit blames the woman's wealthy boyfriend's brotherPeople Skiing to Work Because Trains Were Canceled Redefine Limitless Living
Time - 28 Feb 2018 18:53
When snow snarled London traffic, a few brave souls took their skis to Soho's streetsEU exit plan: why does the draft fall short?
The Guardian - 28 Feb 2018 18:53
The EU and UK's disagreements over a number of Brexit provisions mean the transition deal remains uncertain Leaving the European Union was meant to be the easy bit. But when the first draft text of...Panama police in riot gear enter, leave Trump hotel
Miami Herald - 28 Feb 2018 18:53Police in helmets and bulletproof vests have entered and then left the Trump luxury hotel in Panama at the center of a management dispute. The employment director for the Labor …
Peru moves to create huge new indigenous reserves in Amazon
The Guardian - 28 Feb 2018 18:52
Major step taken by government Multi-Sector Commission following 15 year process Two "naked" people spotted hunting armadillo. One "naked" family on a river-bank. About five other "naked" people -...Trilobites: No Sign of Newborn North Atlantic Whales This Breeding Season
The New York Times - 28 Feb 2018 18:52
Researchers tracking the endangered species grounds for birthing calves haven't seen one baby this season, further raising the specter of extinction for the whales.Members of Trump universe who have admitted to lying
NY Daily News - 28 Feb 2018 18:51
If at first you don't succeed, lie, lie again.Obviously, Study Finds that High School Does Predict Adulthood
USA Today - 28 Feb 2018 18:50
It turns out that studies prove your parents are right, what you do in high school matters. Keri Lumm (@thekerilumm) shares the obvious results. Awkward political encounters
NY Daily News - 28 Feb 2018 18:50
Politicians are used to being in awkward situations, but there's no shaking off these cringe-worthy meet and greets.Narrow majority of SPD voters for German 'grand coalition': poll | Reuters
Firstpost - 28 Feb 2018 18:49The post Narrow majority of SPD voters for German ‘grand coalition’: poll | Reuters appeared first on Firstpost.
Majority of parents saving for kid’s college have socked away less than $10,000 saved
USA Today - 28 Feb 2018 18:49Average tuition and fees for a 4-year in-state public college was $9,970 a year and for out-of-state students was $25,620, according to College Board. Ravichandran Ashwin ruled out of Deodhar Trophy due to 'niggling issue'; Ankit Bawne made India A captain instead
Firstpost - 28 Feb 2018 18:49Senior off-spinner Ravichandran Ashwin has been ruled out of the upcoming Deodhar Trophy to be held in Dharamsala from 4-8 March. The post Ravichandran Ashwin ruled out of Deodhar Trophy due to...
Congressman John Lewis will be Harvard's 2018 commencement speaker
Boston - 28 Feb 2018 18:48
The Civil Rights leader will give an address during the university's graduation program on May 24, 2018.[WATCH] Malema leads campaign for better public health care
Eyewitness News - 28 Feb 2018 18:48The EFF staged a demonstration against poor public health care in South Africa. The EFF's leader Julius Malema led the march which included some local residents and nurses.
Ex-Trump top aide Manafort pleads not guilty, faces September trial | Reuters
Firstpost - 28 Feb 2018 18:48The post Ex-Trump top aide Manafort pleads not guilty, faces September trial | Reuters appeared first on Firstpost.
At least 15 people killed in Egyptian train crash | Reuters
Firstpost - 28 Feb 2018 18:47The post At least 15 people killed in Egyptian train crash | Reuters appeared first on Firstpost.
Sensex to recover most losses on solid earnings growth: Reuters poll | Reuters
Firstpost - 28 Feb 2018 18:47The post Sensex to recover most losses on solid earnings growth: Reuters poll | Reuters appeared first on Firstpost.
Female British explorer pleads for evacuation from Siberia
Daily Mail - 28 Feb 2018 18:46
British explorer Hannah McKeand is marooned on a Siberian Arctic island fending off polar bears after abandoning a daring bid to reach the North Pole.Thousands of displaced Iraqis sent home despite risks: report | Reuters
Firstpost - 28 Feb 2018 18:46The post Thousands of displaced Iraqis sent home despite risks: report | Reuters appeared first on Firstpost.
Chef caught stealing nearly $2,000 worth of lobster tails
USA Today - 28 Feb 2018 18:45
A chef at the Bellagio in Las Vegas has been arrested after allegedly stealing nearly $2,000 worth of lobster tails. Buzz60's Sean Dowling has more. Noble Group plunges to $4.9 billion loss, in talks to wrap up debt deal | Reuters
Firstpost - 28 Feb 2018 18:45The post Noble Group plunges to $4.9 billion loss, in talks to wrap up debt deal | Reuters appeared first on Firstpost.
Comcast informally tells Brussels of intention to bid for Sky | Reuters
Firstpost - 28 Feb 2018 18:45The post Comcast informally tells Brussels of intention to bid for Sky | Reuters appeared first on Firstpost.
A 4G network is headed to the moon
USA Today - 28 Feb 2018 18:45
Vodafone and Nokia are working with private space company to assist mission to Earth's moon. Doctor come within 4ins of cyclist as he overtakes him
Daily Mail - 28 Feb 2018 18:44
The Go-Pro clip shows the reckless driver - a doctor on his commute to work - tearing past the bike at 50mph in a 30mph zone at 7.30am on October 5 last year in Edgbaston, Birmingham.Trump makes push for youth team sports in executive order
The Week - 28 Feb 2018 18:44
President Trump has moved "sports" to the front of the title of the President's Council on Fitness, Sports, and Nutrition. Now called the President's Council on Sports, Fitness, and Nutrition, Trump's...Coinbase Notifies Customers That It Will Turn Over Court-Ordered Data
Forbes - 28 Feb 2018 18:44
In the battle between the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) and Coinbase, a company which facilitates transactions of digital currencies like Bitcoin and Ethereum, Coinbase has announced that it has...Amazon launches music streaming service in India | Reuters
Firstpost - 28 Feb 2018 18:43The post Amazon launches music streaming service in India | Reuters appeared first on Firstpost.
Eskom says new loan shows confidence in its turn-around
Eyewitness News - 28 Feb 2018 18:43The power utility has signed a R20 billion loan with a consortium of both local and international banks to help improve the company's cash flow.
WHO cancer agency left out key findings in benzene review | Reuters
Firstpost - 28 Feb 2018 18:42The post WHO cancer agency left out key findings in benzene review | Reuters appeared first on Firstpost.
Amazon is buying smart-doorbell maker Ring
Chicago Tribune - 28 Feb 2018 18:42
Amazon is purchasing Ring, the maker of video doorbells and other smart-home technology, the companies announced Tuesday. Ring, based in Santa Monica, California, was founded six years ago with a...CULTURE WARRIOR: Jodie Emery is lit up over Trudeau's weed legalization farce
Toronto Sun - 28 Feb 2018 18:40
On your mark, get set, and light up! Marijuana activist and former dispensary owner Jodie Emery lights up with Anthony Furey to chat about marijuana hot topics in our Culture Warriors series: –The...Q&A: What does all this snow mean for climate change?
The Guardian - 28 Feb 2018 18:39
Why are scientists worried about freezing temperatures in winter, is the beast from the east a freak event - and what is the polar vortex? Q: Snow in winter. That feels reassuringly normal. Does this...WA govt to suspend City of Perth council
The West Australian - 28 Feb 2018 18:39
WA Local Government Minister David Templeman will make a decision in the next two days on the fate of City of Perth councillors.No tolerance for speed demons on Qld's M1
The West Australian - 28 Feb 2018 18:38
Speed limits will be lowered and more cameras added along Queensland's M1 in a move to stop crashes and congestion ahead of the Commonwealth Games.EU nationals who arrive after Brexit will get to stay
Daily Mail - 28 Feb 2018 18:38
A new policy today said arrivals after Brexit could get 'permanent leave to remain' instead of settled status. The statement is a negotiating position from Britain and has not been agreed yet.NSW courts to welcome canine companions
The West Australian - 28 Feb 2018 18:38
Canine companions will be available at nine court locations across NSW to help victims and witnesses cope with the stress of appearing in court.Florida student reflects on first day back in class
BBC - 28 Feb 2018 18:38
Florida student Lyliah Skinner explains her feelings as she prepares for her first day back since the fatal shooting.Amazon buying company that left 'Shark Tank' empty-handed 5 years ago
ABC News - 28 Feb 2018 18:37
The deal is reportedly worth more than $1 billion.Iowa's Jordan Bohannon: Great People Choose To Do Right No Matter What
Forbes - 28 Feb 2018 18:37
University of Iowa point guard, Jordan Bohannon, was on a roll. He'd hit 34 straight free throws and was at the line to sink his 35th in a tight game against Northwestern on Sunday. His next free...Hawks raid Jacques Pauw's home over 'confidential information'
IOL - 28 Feb 2018 18:37
Hawks has swooped on the Riebeek Kasteel guesthouse of investigative journalist Jacques Pauw, armed with a search and seizure warrant.Meghan Markle Shines at First Royal Engagement With Prince Harry, Prince William and Kate Middleton
Time - 28 Feb 2018 18:36
"Togetherness at its finest"Marvel icon Stan Lee battling pneumonia
ABC News - 28 Feb 2018 18:36
Marvel icon and frequent MCU scene stealer Stan Lee is battling a case of pneumonia.Suspected Serial Rapist Arrested in France After 20 Years and Dozens of Attacks
Time - 28 Feb 2018 18:36
The suspect admitted to raping or sexually assaulting about 40 womenMinister defends Cash's 'rumour' outburst
The West Australian - 28 Feb 2018 18:36
Junior minister Michael Sukkar says Michaelia Cash shouldn't apologise for threatening to make rumours about Bill Shorten's female staffers public.Hawks raid home of author Jacques Pauw
Mail & Guardian - 28 Feb 2018 18:36Hawks officers have raided the Western Cape home of author Jacques Pauw, relating to explosive revelations in his book, The President's Keepers.
Alpine skiing Olympian honored at her New Hampshire university
Boston - 28 Feb 2018 18:35
A university in New Hampshire welcomed home a student who has finished competing in the Winter Olympics with a packed assembly of supportersThe legume boom: how we went nuts for posh peanut butter
The Guardian - 28 Feb 2018 18:35
The stalwart spread is undergoing a huge boost in popularity as artisan versions favoured by gym bunnies and healthy eaters are driving sales In 2012, Stuart Franklin and his wife Kathryn returned to...Florida shooter fired at school window in attempt to set up perch: Official
ABC News - 28 Feb 2018 18:35
Nikolas Cruz allegedly fired at a third-story window of Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School in an apparent attempt to set up a perch to open fire on students below.Voters urged to punish Labor over Oakden
The West Australian - 28 Feb 2018 18:34
The South Australian Opposition has urged voters at the March election to punish the Labor government over the problems at the Oakden nursing home.No, Trump wasn't nominated for the Nobel Peace Prize
New York Post - 28 Feb 2018 18:33
A Nobel Peace Prize nomination for President Trump was fake news, according to the Norwegian Nobel Institute. An anonymous American reportedly nominated the president for his "ideology of peace...Family doctor kills couple on his compound in front of their kids
NY Daily News - 28 Feb 2018 18:33
Police say the doctor murdered two of his neighbors who were helping his mother move - all while the victims' children watched.SA premier says sorry over Oakden
The West Australian - 28 Feb 2018 18:33
South Australian Premier Jay Weatherill says he's 'deeply sorry' for the poor treatment of residents at the Oakden nursing home.Theresa May concedes on EU migrants' residency rights during Brexit transition
The Guardian - 28 Feb 2018 18:32
Major climbdown revealed by Home Office as EU citizens will have right to settle permanently Theresa May has conceded that new EU migrants who come to Britain during the Brexit transition will have...Unruly passenger tries to fight airport workers on tarmac
New York Post - 28 Feb 2018 18:30
This grounded passenger was ready to throw down.Hope Hicks acknowledges 'white lies' for Trump, but not on Russia
Boston - 28 Feb 2018 18:30White House communications director Hope Hicks acknowledged to a House intelligence panel that she has told "white lies" for President Donald Trump but not about the Russia investigation'How Many More Do I Have to Lose?' Read This Heartbreaking Poem From a Florida School Shooting Survivor
Time - 28 Feb 2018 18:29
"No one needs an AR-15 / Unless it is to kill and injure over seventeen"Teen 'not mentally ready' to return to Stoneman Douglas after best friend was killed
ABC News - 28 Feb 2018 18:29
Senior Julien Decoste hasn't decided if he will go to school on Wednesday.Rethinking 10 past Oscar best pictures —and what should have won
USA Today - 28 Feb 2018 18:29
Sorry, 'Crash.' Apologies to 'The Sting.' We're fixing some of the biggest mistakes of Oscars' best picture race over the years. Egyptian singer and 'The Voice' star Sherine Abdel-Wahab sentenced to 6 months in prison for Nile River joke
Fox News - 28 Feb 2018 18:29
Sherine Abdel-Wahab, one of Egypt's most famous singers and the star of the Arabic version of "The Voice," was sentenced to six months in prison after making a joke suggesting the Nile River was...Minister General Bheki Cele takes aim at Twitter trolls
Mail & Guardian - 28 Feb 2018 18:27Minister General Cele of "shoot-to-kill" policy and snazzy fedora fame issued a strong warning to nefarious fellows masquerading as him.
Surgery near the end of life is common, costly — and often not what patients want
USA Today - 28 Feb 2018 18:26Operating on frail, older patients rarely helps them live longer or returns the quality of life they once enjoyed, research shows.
Now we know it: Labour has a problem with respecting women | LabourToo
The Guardian - 28 Feb 2018 18:25
The heartbreaking reports we've heard of harassment and abuse within the party show that Labour isn't living its values• I was assaulted by a Labour colleague, but the party didn't take it seriously...Ex-Trump top aide Manafort pleads not guilty, faces September trial
Reuters - 28 Feb 2018 18:25WASHINGTON
What is an 'assault weapon'? The definition is actually highly contentious
USA Today - 28 Feb 2018 18:24
Exactly what constitutes a so-called "assault weapon" is a highly contentious issue and something that riles up some gun advocates. Dog stuck in railings in Mexico gets help from canine pal
Daily Mail - 28 Feb 2018 18:23
The footage shows a small white dog struggling to get through a white fence on top of a wall in the central Mexican city of San Luis de Potosi, and getting some help from a German Shepherd.Malema: Motsoaledi knew about problems at Esidimeni
Eyewitness News - 28 Feb 2018 18:23During his testimony at the Life Esidimeni arbitration hearings, the Health Minister told the victims' families that he felt betrayed by officials who handled the moving of patients to NGOs.
5 Classic Horror Films That Didn't Get Much Oscars Acclaim
The New York Times - 28 Feb 2018 18:22
"Get Out" is the latest horror film to garner several Oscar nominations, but the Academy has a history of snubbing movies from that genre.Stephen Colbert mocks Kushner's downgrade: 'How will he fix the Middle East now?'
The Guardian - 28 Feb 2018 18:21
Late-night hosts discussed Jared Kushner's security clearance loss and Trump's response to the opioid epidemic Late-night hosts on Tuesday discussed senior White House advisor Jared Kushner's...Paris: nerves abound at first Lanvin show under Chinese owner
The Guardian - 28 Feb 2018 18:20
Did designer Oliver Lapidus do enough to keep his job at France's oldest fashion house? Lanvin, the oldest surviving house in French fashion, took to the Paris fashion week catwalk on Wednesday for...LINDA C. BLACK HOROSCOPES for 2/28/18
Chicago Tribune - 28 Feb 2018 18:20Today's Birthday (02/28/18). Valuable skills line the road this year. Expand your horizons through travel, studies and exploration. Tight team collaboration wins. Fun and summer romance lead to a...
EU's Juncker urges Kosovo solve border deal with Montenegro
Fox News - 28 Feb 2018 18:18European Commission President Jean-Claude Juncker has called on Kosovo to ratify a border demarcation deal with Montenegro and improve ties with Serbia.
Women share their VERY candid experiences of period pain
Daily Mail - 28 Feb 2018 18:17
Social media users from around the world have been using various analogies to describe how their period cramps feel - with one woman declaring that she'd suffered pain 'far worse than a heart attack'.Ex-Trump aide Paul Manafort faces trial in September
The Guardian - 28 Feb 2018 18:16
Special counsel Robert Mueller is dialing up the legal pressure on Manafort, who is not cooperating with investigators on Russia investigation Donald Trump's former campaign manager Paul Manafort...Sexual misconduct scandal plagues the Oscars
Sky News - 28 Feb 2018 18:16The president of the Oscars Academy has hinted that more big names could face expulsion as a result of the sexual misconduct scandal that has rocked Hollywood.
Jared Kushner's Security Clearance Was Just Downgraded. Stephen Colbert Has Jokes.
Time - 28 Feb 2018 18:15
"How will he fix the Middle East now?"Bears GM Ryan Pace on Kyle Fuller's status, Alshon Jeffery's Super success and more
Chicago Tribune - 28 Feb 2018 18:15Majority of Bloc Québécois MPs quit party, citing Ouellet's leadership
Macleans - 28 Feb 2018 18:14Leader Martine Ouellet, who does not have a seat in the House of Commons, became party leader in March 2017 The post Majority of Bloc Québécois MPs quit party, citing Ouellet’s leadership appeared...
The Winter Olympics in 90 seconds
CNN - 28 Feb 2018 18:13It's only been a few days, but you're already missing the PyeongChang Olympics, aren't you? Fret not! CNN's illustrations will take you right back to Korea
What's in play in Washington after Florida school shooting
Reuters - 28 Feb 2018 18:13WASHINGTON
How an unsolved murder inspired this rugby star
CNN - 28 Feb 2018 18:11Perry Baker is more accustomed to running away from defenders. But last summer the reigning men's rugby sevens Player of the Year was fantasizing about chasing down perps.
Man accused of bestiality, possessing child porn
New York Post - 28 Feb 2018 18:10
OLYMPIA, Wash. -- A Washington state man accused of 13 counts of animal abuse has pleaded not guilty to his charges. The Olympian reports that 50-year-old Hunter Scott Christian entered his plea on...China bans letter of alphabet to stop criticism of president
NY Daily News - 28 Feb 2018 18:10
Internet censors also blocked potentially anti-Xi Jinping search terms such as "Disagree," "Shameless" and "Incapable ruler."Tourist With Measles In New York Possibly Exposed Others While Traveling, Officials Say
IBTimes - 28 Feb 2018 18:09New Yorkers, beware. State health officials recently revealed that an Australian tourist with a confirmed case of the measles potentially exposed others to the disease while visiting several public...
Track Cycling World Championships: Laura Kenny helps GB qualify in team pursuit
BBC - 28 Feb 2018 18:08
Laura Kenny helps Great Britain qualify second fastest in the team pursuit at the Track Cycling World Championships.Homeless girl, 18, believes that room-for-sex renters
Daily Mail - 28 Feb 2018 18:07
Homeless Chloe, 18, revealed in a shocking new BBC Three documentary that she was desperate to find a place to live that she considered offering sex in exchange for a room.US gun seller ends sale of assault rifles
The West Australian - 28 Feb 2018 18:07
Dick's Sporting Goods, a large seller of guns in the US, has said it will permanently stop selling assault-style rifles and won't sell guns to anyone under 21.Dick's Sporting Goods CEO And Ex-Billionaire Edward Stack Ends Sales Of Assault-Style Guns
Forbes - 28 Feb 2018 18:07
Edward Stack, Dick's Sporting Goods CEO and a former billionaire, said the retailer will end assault-style gun sales in the wake of Parkland, Fla. shooting.Why MELON is the perfect garnish for a gin and tonic
Daily Mail - 28 Feb 2018 18:06
Sam Carter, who works for Bombay Sapphire, says melon adds a pop of colour, and that it also has a pleasant fresh flavour and sweetness to counteract the bitterness of the gin.Honduras' former first lady arrested in graft case
Fox News - 28 Feb 2018 18:05Authorities say military police have arrested the wife of former Honduran President Porfirio Lobo as part of a corruption case.
Quarter of British Para-athletes 'don't feel cared about'
BBC - 28 Feb 2018 18:05
A quarter of Britain's Para-athletes do not feel cared about as a person, a British Athletics survey has found.PCs extend registration deadline for members who want to vote for leader
Toronto Sun - 28 Feb 2018 18:05
TORONTO — Ontario’s Progressive Conservative party is extending the deadline for members to sign up to cast their vote for a new leader to replace Patrick Brown, who resigned last month amid...'EFF thinks it can punish people when it doesn't get its way'
Eyewitness News - 28 Feb 2018 18:05Athol Trollip has hit back after EFF leader Julius Malema threatened the DA over its decision not to vote with his party on the expropriation of land.
Labour says it will stop accepting donations from Max Mosley
The Guardian - 28 Feb 2018 18:02
After revelation of Mosley 'racist' pamphlet, payments to party or Tom Watson will be declined Labour will no longer accept donations from the privacy campaigner Max Mosley following accusations that...'BEAST FROM THE EAST': Europe is so cold now that the Arctic appears to be a warm escape
Toronto Sun - 28 Feb 2018 18:02
LONDON – Much of Europe woke up to yet another day of a cold spell on Wednesday that may have turned the streets of London, Rome and other capitals into pretty photo scenes but also has cost lives...Police investigating mysterious death of dean's list student
NY Daily News - 28 Feb 2018 18:02
A Northwestern University student died less than 24 hours after being admitted to the hospital complaining she wasn't feeling well.Schools preparing for active shooters the wrong way, experts say
ABC News - 28 Feb 2018 18:01
Experts say schools are preparing for shootings the wrong way.[WATCH] SA's biggest paediatric ICU complex opened
Eyewitness News - 28 Feb 2018 18:01Health MEC Dr Gwen Ramokgopa unveiled the new pediatric ICU at the Nelson Mandela's Children's Hospital after signing a service level agreement with the hospital.
Trial date set for former Trump campaign chairman
ABC News - 28 Feb 2018 18:00
Paul Manafort's trial is set for September 17.The True History Behind The Looming Tower: How the Story Began
Time - 28 Feb 2018 18:00
"Fadl began talking about an organization called al-Qaeda. It was the first time any of the men in the room had ever heard the term..."'I'm beyond anger' - why the great pay gap reveal is an explosive moment for gender equality
The Guardian - 28 Feb 2018 18:00
Every company that employs more than 250 people must report on the pay disparity between their male and female workers by April. Here, a handful of female employees react to what has already been...Revolution Brewing's 68 women work together to brew a beer: The Spirit of Revolt
Chicago Tribune - 28 Feb 2018 18:00Bears to release quarterback Mike Glennon on first day of new league year
Chicago Tribune - 28 Feb 2018 18:00'Shaun Abrahams must explain delay in Vrede farm case'
Eyewitness News - 28 Feb 2018 17:59Acting Hawks head Yolisa Matakata told Parliament's Police Committee that the Hawks wrapped up their investigation in November, but only got the go-ahead to act in February.
106 million people watched 'M*A*S*H' finale 35 years ago. No scripted show since has come close.
Chicago Tribune - 28 Feb 2018 17:59Immigration officials to continue to seek NHS England patient data
The Guardian - 28 Feb 2018 17:57
Ministers reject calls to suspend practice amid fears it is stopping migrants seeking medical help Ministers have rejected a call from MPs to immediately suspend the disclosure of confidential NHS...Ben Fogle claims he was told to get 'de-elocution classes'
Daily Mail - 28 Feb 2018 17:57
The privately-educated presenter, who was born in London, suggested he had been ordered to change his distinctive accent like Steph McGovern in a series of tweets posted on Wednesday morning.Stratolaunch, world's largest-ever airplane with wingspan longer than a football field, does first runway roll
USA Today - 28 Feb 2018 17:57
The giant Stratolaunch, the largest plane ever built, executes its first runway test ahead of a 2019 launch. Suspected serial rapist arrested in northern France
Miami Herald - 28 Feb 2018 17:57A man suspected of sexually assaulting dozens of women over more than 20 years has been arrested in northern France. A prosecutor in Valenciennes, some 210 kilometers (130.5 miles) north …
The Fiver | Agreeing to a rider that would have embarrassed Kanye West
The Guardian - 28 Feb 2018 17:56
Sign up now! Sign up now! Sign up now? Sign up now! Fortune is not just smiling on Tottenham Hotspur in this season's FA Cup, it is holding them by the hand and whispering filthy promises into their...Suspected serial rapist arrested in northern France
Fox News - 28 Feb 2018 17:55A man suspected of sexually assaulting dozens of women over more than 20 years has been arrested in northern France.
EMS workers suspended for refusing to help man shot 16 times
NY Daily News - 28 Feb 2018 17:55
Police say Cleveland EMS refused to send an ambulance because he left the city.Majority of Bloc Quebecois MPs quit party, sit as independents
CTV News - 28 Feb 2018 17:55
Seven of the 10 Bloc Quebecois MPs are quitting the party over Martine Ouellet's leadership style.Seven of 10 Bloc Quebecois caucus members quit over leader's style
CTV News - 28 Feb 2018 17:55Seven of the 10 Bloc Quebecois MPs quit Wednesday because of Martine Ouellet's leadership style, leaving the once-powerful party in complete disarray and with the embattled leader refusing to step...Indonesia seizes yacht wanted by US in probe of Malaysia
Daily Mail - 28 Feb 2018 17:54
The yacht is owned by Malaysian financier Jho Low, a businessman educated at prestigious British boarding school Harrow, who is friends with Hollywood celebrities like Leonardo Di Caprio.'40 supporters' for man accused of holding teen captive for year
NY Daily News - 28 Feb 2018 17:54
A furious dad said he was "sickened" by the support received in court for his teen daughter's accused abductor.Mueller's Comic Book Indictment Is A Threat To All Of Us
OpEdNews - 28 Feb 2018 17:53In the absence of a diverse and independent media, there is no such thing as democracy and government accountable to the people. By controlling explanations, the ruling oligarchs can use government...
Asus reveals its affordable 'iPhone X rip off'
Daily Mail - 28 Feb 2018 17:52
Zenfone 5Z, made by Taipei-based firm Asus, comes with dual rear cameras, powerful speakers and face unlock - and it looks remarkably like the iPhone X.Trump hits Jeff Sessions over surveillance probe, and California over the wall
USA Today - 28 Feb 2018 17:52Trump attacks Attorney General Jeff Sessions for seeking inspector general investigation of surveillance Waist size bigger heart attack risk in women, report says
BBC - 28 Feb 2018 17:50
Researchers say the waist-to-hip ratio is a better heart attack predictor than general obesity.Mia Khalifa reveals ISIS threats forced her to quit porn
Daily Mail - 28 Feb 2018 17:50
Lebanese-American former porn star Mia Khalifa has revealed death threats from ISIS led to her life spiralling out of control and her quitting the adult industry.Trump twists report, claims he has finished 64% of his agenda
NY Daily News - 28 Feb 2018 17:50
President Trump praised a conservative report for praising him, while slightly fudging the details of the policy-focused pat on the back.The moment a trapeze artist dressed falls 15ft to floor
Daily Mail - 28 Feb 2018 17:49
This is the moment a trapeze artist dressed as Spider-man lost his grip and crashed to the floor in front of a terrified audience.Emma Thompson reveals her real-life pain behind that heartbreaking ‘Love Actually’ scene
USA Today - 28 Feb 2018 17:49
Speaking at a fundraiser for the Tricycle Theatre in North West London, the actress said she drew from personal experience to nail the scene. UK police investigating Harvey Weinstein assault...
Daily Mail - 28 Feb 2018 17:49
Met Police detectives received an allegation that former Miramax boss Weinstein attacked a woman in Westminster in the mid-1990s.Kushner goes from 'Secretary of Everything' to man on the outside -- and now Trump has a real family dilemma
CNN - 28 Feb 2018 17:48In the earliest days of the Trump White House, it seemed there wasn't a job Jared Kushner didn't do.
Jacques Pauw confirms Hawks raiding his home
Eyewitness News - 28 Feb 2018 17:48The author of 'The President's Keepers' has confirmed to EWN that the Hawks are at his home in Riebeek-Kasteel.
Quini: a tale of kidnap, ransom and forgiveness in Barcelona
The Guardian - 28 Feb 2018 17:47
The former Spain and Barcelona striker Quini died aged 68 on Tuesday and in remembering his illustrious career there is no doubt that one extraordinary notorious incident stands out Enrique Castro,...Cannabis smugglers try to ram police boat off Gibraltar
Daily Mail - 28 Feb 2018 17:47
Police seized 1,300kg of cannabis after an epic chase involving four smuggler vessels, a police boat and helicopter in the Strait of Gibraltar. The traffickers dumped their cargo at sea and escaped.Ministers raid £326m from Armed Forces charity pot
Daily Mail - 28 Feb 2018 17:46
The fund was set up using money from fines imposed on bankers involved in the Libor scandal to fund charities such as help for Heroes.Trump Wonders Who Will Read Classified Documents Aloud to Him Now That Jared's Gone
The New Yorker - 28 Feb 2018 17:46Andy Borowitz jokes that Donald Trump will need someone new to read him security briefings now that Jared Kushner has lost his clearance.
Paul Manafort pleads not guilty to Mueller's new charges
New York Post - 28 Feb 2018 17:46
President Trump's ex-campaign manager Paul Manafort pleaded not guilty in federal court in Washington, DC, on Wednesday to money laundering and other charges. It was Manafort's first court appearance...Delivery driver in Uber Eats uniform viciously beats man
Daily Mail - 28 Feb 2018 17:46
Shocking footage appears to show an Uber Eats delivery worker booting a helpless man in the head during a brawl outside of a Nottingham takeaway.Daily Cartoon: Wednesday, February 28th
The New Yorker - 28 Feb 2018 17:45
Julia Suits's Daily Cartoon reads a timely bedtime story.Factbox: Trump on Twitter (Feb 28) - Heritage Foundation, border security, FISA abuse
Reuters - 28 Feb 2018 17:44The following statements were posted to the verified Twitter accounts of U.S. President Donald Trump, @realDonaldTrump and @POTUS.
Missing CDC scientist was upset over promotion snub: cops
New York Post - 28 Feb 2018 17:44
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention scientist who's been missing for over two weeks was passed up for a promotion the day he vanished, police said. Timothy Jerrell Cunningham, a commander...Why Flu Outbreaks Have Been the Worst in Nearly a Decade
Time - 28 Feb 2018 17:43
The only thing worse than getting the flu is catching it after you’ve gotten a flu shot. It’s been a terrible year for outbreaks — the worst in almost a decade. Contributing to that is the high...Freak winter storm in Europe kills at least 24
ABC News - 28 Feb 2018 17:42
The storm's been dubbed "the Beast from the East."Judgement reserved in Abrahams appointment saga
Mail & Guardian - 28 Feb 2018 17:42The Concourt will now have to decide if either Abrahams or Nxasana deserve to have an opportunity to return to the NDPP post.
Parents Staged 10-Year-Old Girl's Death Scene, Investigators Say
Time - 28 Feb 2018 17:40
They mother and stepfather staged a scene to make the death appear accidentalReality Check: What does the EU Brexit draft reveal?
BBC - 28 Feb 2018 17:39The European Commission publishes its draft withdrawal agreement.
Trump calls Sessions' surveillance probe decision 'disgraceful'
Reuters - 28 Feb 2018 17:39WASHINGTON
A donut-shaped cloud of rock created the moon
Daily Mail - 28 Feb 2018 17:38
Researchers from Harvard University and the University of California have come up with a new theory for the formation of the moon from molten rock 4.5 billion years ago.Harper Lee's will reveals lawyer holds control of her writings and estate
The Guardian - 28 Feb 2018 17:38
After initially fighting to keep the will private, Lee's attorney Tonja Carter - who found the manuscript for Go Set a Watchman - is named as the executor of the author's estate A will signed by...Trump delivers remarks at Billy Graham memorial
CBSNews - 28 Feb 2018 17:38Graham will lay in honor at the U.S. Capitol Rotunda on Wednesday and Thursday
Michelle Obama: Change Comes From People, Not Politicians
Time - 28 Feb 2018 17:38
"It is not a leader. It is us"3 Marines Hospitalized After a Suspicious Piece of Mail Was Opened at Military Base
Time - 28 Feb 2018 17:37
(ARLINGTON, Va.) — Three Marines who were taken to a hospital after a suspicious piece of mail was opened at a northern Virginia military base have been released. Leah Rubalcaba, a spokeswoman for...Travel chaos as heavy snow across UK worsens
Sky News - 28 Feb 2018 17:37
Commuters are being advised to leave work early this evening as "blizzard-like" conditions sweep across much of the UK."The 'Left' Loves Art" Is the Brilliantly Dumb Meme Sean Hannity Deserves
Slate - 28 Feb 2018 17:36Sean Hannity never takes a break. Five days a week, the incendiary right-winger hosts his Fox News showand gabs for another three hours on the radio. Seemingly every other hour that he's awake, he...
Dick's Sporting Goods bans sales of assault-style weapons after Parkland, Florida school shooting
USA Today - 28 Feb 2018 17:36
Dick's Sporting Goods is set to ban sales of assault-style weapons after the Parkland, Fla. school shooting. Why Does US have no Intention to Leave Syria?
OpEdNews - 28 Feb 2018 17:36State Department Spokeswoman Heather Nauert said on February 20 that Washington supported a united Syria maintaining its current borders.
Nigeria orders 'all schools' defended in Boko Haram region
Miami Herald - 28 Feb 2018 17:36The office of Nigeria's president says police and civil defense forces are ordered to defend all schools in "liberated areas" of the northeast to avoid further attacks on schools by …
EFF flexing its muscle by threatening to remove PE mayor: Analysts
Sowetan LIVE - 28 Feb 2018 17:36The Economic Freedom Fighters (EFF) is not only flexing its political muscle but is also pushing to re-establish its centrality in a coalition government‚ say analysts.
Cannabis drug halves the risk of an epileptic fit
Daily Mail - 28 Feb 2018 17:35
Researchers from Vanderbilt University also found taking cannabidiol alongside the commonly-prescribed medication clobazam makes 10 percent of epilepsy patients drug-free.How Chile is coping with an influx of Haitian migrants
Miami Herald - 28 Feb 2018 17:35Haiti lost 1 percent of its population, nearly 105,000 people, to Chile last year in search of a better life, but the unprecedented migration is not without consequences or controversy. …
Nigeria orders 'all schools' defended in Boko Haram region
Fox News - 28 Feb 2018 17:35The office of Nigeria's president says police and civil defense forces are ordered to defend all schools in "liberated areas" of the northeast to avoid further attacks on schools by Boko Haram...
Paul Manafort pleads not guilty to new Russia charges
Chicago Tribune - 28 Feb 2018 17:35'Arrow' Season 6 Spoilers: Episode 14 Synopsis, Photos And Trailer Revealed
IBTimes - 28 Feb 2018 17:34"Arrow" isn't about fighting villains this week. Oliver's original team will take on the newbies in Season 6, episode 14. The two parts of Team Arrow have had a lot of trouble this year on the CW...
Hope Hicks admits she tells 'white lies' for Trump but not about Russia inquiry
The Guardian - 28 Feb 2018 17:33
Communications director answered some questions to a House panel but did not speak about her time in the White House The White House communications director, Hope Hicks, acknowledged to a House...Abrahams's appointment is valid‚ his legal team tells Con Court
Sowetan LIVE - 28 Feb 2018 17:33National Director of Public Prosecutions Shaun Abrahams's counsel said it was irrational to use state funds to pay his predecessor Mxolisi Nxasana a salary for the remaining period of his contract to...
Haitian hero recalls saving suicidal Chilean woman
Miami Herald - 28 Feb 2018 17:32Richard Joseph, a Haitian immigrant in Chile, recently became a national hero after saving a Chilean woman from a suicidal fall in Santiago. Joseph recalls the moment she fell into his arms. …
Man beats brother's bid for mother's £400k Hoddesdon home
Daily Mail - 28 Feb 2018 17:32
Glen Hume, 67, faced his 70-year-old brother John's claims he pressured his mother into leaving her fortune to him after her death in 2013. But a judge has ruled he can keep her Hertfordshire home.DNA results confirms charred remains belong to missing Durban escort
Sowetan LIVE - 28 Feb 2018 17:31DNA results have confirmed that the charred remains of a woman found in New Hanover in January are that of Durban escort Siam Lee‚ police said on Wednesday.
I'm worried about my neighbour who has mental health problems - what can I do to help?
The Guardian - 28 Feb 2018 17:30
In a new series Poppy Noor discusses an issue concerning how we can build happy, well-run communities. But what do you think? Send us your thoughts and responses My neighbour has obvious mental health...Ex-Trump official Paul Manafort pleads not guilty to new charges
NY Daily News - 28 Feb 2018 17:29
Former Trump campaign chairman Paul Manafort pleaded not guilty on Wednesday to a new set of charges brought against him last week.Cancer victim who went home to pass away defies doctors
Daily Mail - 28 Feb 2018 17:29
On one occasion, when doctors said Jake Rafferty, from Kent, had just hours to live, his distraught parents took him home to die in comfort - and started to plan his funeral.Young Haitians learn Chilean life isn't what they expected
Miami Herald - 28 Feb 2018 17:29Thousands of young Haitians are looking for economic opportunity in Chile. But they don't always find it. …
Teen with pipe bomb who threatened to kill students arrested in Florida
USA Today - 28 Feb 2018 17:28
The boy lives in the same county where 17 students and teachers were fatally shot at Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School on Valentine’s Day. Exclusive: U.S. regulators examine Wall Street's Volcker rule wish list - sources
Reuters - 28 Feb 2018 17:27WASHINGTON
I am Colten Boushie. Canada is the all-white jury that acquitted his killer | Julian Brave NoiseCat
The Guardian - 28 Feb 2018 17:26
The court's decision after the shooting of a 22-year-old Cree man in Saskatchewan is part of a long history of injustice On 9 August 2016, when he was 22, Colten Boushie, a Cree man from the Red...Surfer Fanning, who punched shark, to call it a day
CNN - 28 Feb 2018 17:26Mick Fanning's career in surfing has been a wild ride.
Teacher allegedly showed 'cartoon porn' to students
New York Post - 28 Feb 2018 17:25
A chemistry teacher in Hawaii is out of the classroom after allegedly showing students an animated sex video during class - risqué footage that one parent likened to "cartoon porn." The teacher, who...Royal couples make first joint appearance at charity event
CBSNews - 28 Feb 2018 17:25Prince Harry and his fiancée, Meghan Markle, along with Prince William and his wife Kate, spoke at a forum for charities
Parkland students make emotional return to campus
NY Daily News - 28 Feb 2018 17:25
Students prepared to confront horrific memories as they returned to Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School in Parkland, Florida, the scene of one of the worst mass shootings in U.S. history, two weeks...Dick's Sporting Goods To Stop Selling Assault Rifles After Parkland Shooting
IBTimes - 28 Feb 2018 17:25A major player in the world of hunting and fishing retail joined a growing list of companies distancing themselves from America's gun culture after the Parkland, Florida, school shooting on Feb. 14....
408 000 applications received for free higher education
IOL - 28 Feb 2018 17:25
A total of 408 000 applications for full study funding have been received, NSFAS told MPs.'Days Of Our Lives' Spoilers: Vivian Faces An Unusual And Threatening Encounter
IBTimes - 28 Feb 2018 17:24She was curious about why her son suddenly seemed interested in split personalities, and now, Vivian has received her answer. However, she will be still be stunned when she realizes what exactly could...
Woman, 22, fatally mauled at 'lion whisperer' reserve
New York Post - 28 Feb 2018 17:24
A 22-year-old woman was mauled to death by a lioness a camp inside a South African game reserve run by the country's self-described "lion whisperer," according to a report. The unidentified woman, who...Is Taylor Swift Trying To Hide Her Relationship With Boyfriend Joe Alwyn?
IBTimes - 28 Feb 2018 17:23Taylor Swift and boyfriend Joe Alwyn have been romantically linked since May 2017. However, since the beginning of her new relationship, the "End Game" singer hasn't seemed interested in sharing her...
Eskom inquiry says won't give up pursuit of Gupta brothers
Eyewitness News - 28 Feb 2018 17:22According to the programme of the Eskom inquiry, the Gupta brothers are due to appear before it on 13 March.
France's President Macron to play in "Peter and the Wolf"
Miami Herald - 28 Feb 2018 17:21French President Emmanuel Macron will play the narrator's role in the musical fairy tale "Peter and the Wolf" at an Elysee Palace performance. The president's office said Wednesday that Macron …
Icelandic first lady's charity shop chic
BBC - 28 Feb 2018 17:21
Eliza Reid, wife of country's president, attends film awards gala in Red Cross charity shop jacket.Cops: Victim struck with bat in robbery on Southwest Side
Chicago Tribune - 28 Feb 2018 17:20Afghan president offers to recognise the Taliban
Al Jazeera English - 28 Feb 2018 17:19Ashraf Ghani proposes a ceasefire and prisoner release in hopes of reaching a peace agreement with the armed group.
2017 International Wedding Photographer Of The Year winner
Daily Mail - 28 Feb 2018 17:16
The eight images are all winners of the 2017 International Wedding Photographer Of The Year competition, which celebrates the work of professionals from around the world.Evan Rachel Wood and Funny Or Die Play "Guess Who? #MeToo Edition," a Parody Game for a Very Good Cause
Slate - 28 Feb 2018 17:16Is it Harvey? Bill? Louis? Your boss? Some days, the #MeToo movement feels like a high-stakes game of Guess Who?, with each new day bringing sexual misconduct allegations against a different famous...
What's in the IV bag? Studies show safer option than saline
Chicago Tribune - 28 Feb 2018 17:15Bill and Giuliana Rancic list Gold Coast mansion for $6.8 million
Chicago Tribune - 28 Feb 2018 17:15Trump blasts 'disgraceful' Sessions over FISA abuse probe
New York Post - 28 Feb 2018 17:14
President Trump blasted his attorney general in a tweet on Wednesday for asking the Inspector General to investigate allegations that FBI abused federal surveillance rules to monitor a former member...UN human rights chief: 'Oppression is fashionable again'
Al Jazeera English - 28 Feb 2018 17:14On the 70th anniversary of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights, the UN Human Rights Council takes a hard look at violations around the world.
Breastfeeding reduces women's risk of heart disease
Daily Mail - 28 Feb 2018 17:12
Researchers from the University of Pittsburgh found that, among women with healthy blood pressures during their pregnancies, breastfeeding for six months or more has heart-health benefits.The two-state solution is still the only game in town
Al Jazeera English - 28 Feb 2018 17:12Even after Donald Trump's Jerusalem decision, there is no feasible alternative to the two-state solution in Palestine.
What Are Adaptogens and Why Are People Taking Them?
Time - 28 Feb 2018 17:10
Here's how these stress-lowering herbs workEgyptian pop singer gets prison for 'insulting' joke about Nile
New York Post - 28 Feb 2018 17:09
CAIRO -- Egyptian courts have sentenced two singers to prison time for seemingly tame behavior deemed threatening to society in a country growing increasingly repressive on all fronts. One, the famous...WATCH: Handyman reveals how he untied Jason Rohde's murdered wife
IOL - 28 Feb 2018 17:09
A maintenance worker at the Spier Hotel testified how he found the lifeless body of the murdered woman hanging by an electrical cord tied to her neck.Trump slams Sessions' announcement of IG probe into FISA abuse as "disgraceful"
CBSNews - 28 Feb 2018 17:08"Why is A.G. Jeff Sessions asking the Inspector General to investigate potentially massive FISA abuse," the president tweeted
"Parent" as a Verb: Mommy Rage
The New Yorker - 28 Feb 2018 17:08
In the second installment of her parenting comic, Emily Flake illustrates the experience of feeling maternal rage.'The Challenge: Final Reckoning': Everything We Know, Possible Cast Members For MTV Show
IBTimes - 28 Feb 2018 17:08MTV's "The Challenge: Vendettas" is far from being over, but that doesn't mean it's too early to start thinking about the next season of the reality-TV series. A short teaser has been released for...
Trump: Calif wall section not built until 'whole wall' OK'd
ABC News - 28 Feb 2018 17:07President Donald Trump is hailing a legal victory for his long-promised border wall, but says sections in California will not built "until the whole Wall is approved."Woman Says She Was Repeatedly Groped During an International Flight
Time - 28 Feb 2018 17:06
Allison Dvaladz described an anemic response by the airline after she was gropedSperm donor's parents win right to see grandson
Daily Mail - 28 Feb 2018 17:05
The parents of a sperm donor have won the right to have contact with their four-year-old biological grandson. Lord Justice Peter Jackson dismissed the boy's foster parents' appeal today.Fikile Mbalula's unfulfilled Senzo Meyiwa promise
IOL - 28 Feb 2018 17:05
The former police minister told the media that among his top priorities was to get the Meyiwa's killer behind bars.After disavowing the NRA, these companies' favorability ratings all plummeted
The Week - 28 Feb 2018 17:05
Even as support for gun control legislation remains overwhelmingly high in the polls, there are consequences for businesses that decide to cut ties with the NRA, a new Morning Consult poll has found....Woman Charged With Murdering 3 Babies in the 1980s
Time - 28 Feb 2018 17:03
"I don't understand why they couldn't figure that out"Meghan Markle Speaks Out About Me Too, Time's Up Movements
IBTimes - 28 Feb 2018 17:03Meghan Markle might be living overseas now, but that doesn't mean she's completely lost touch with what's going on in Hollywood. During the first official event for the "Fab Four," which is made up of...
Big Win for Single-Payer: Lara, De Leon and Eastin Blow Away Expectations at California Democratic Convention
OpEdNews - 28 Feb 2018 17:02Single-payer health insurance in California received a big boost as candidates supporting SB 562 succeeded well above expectations for Democratic endorsements.
SAS fighter turned writer James Deegan: 'I have come close to death'
The Guardian - 28 Feb 2018 17:00
In the Parachute Regiment and then the SAS, the Scot saw action in hotspots from Northern Ireland to Afghanistan. Now his debut novel mines that gritty, messy reality There is a quote popular in...Blue Mountains Journal: How Immigrants Become Truly Canadian: On the Ski Slopes
The New York Times - 28 Feb 2018 16:59
Eager to embrace the Canadian way of life, a growing number of newcomers are hazarding a go at their adopted nation's quintessential winter pastime.Trump nomination for Nobel Peace Prize possibly a fake
Daily Mail - 28 Feb 2018 16:57
The Norwegian Nobel Institute said it had filed a police report after receiving a seemingly fraudulent nomination for the US president.Students return to Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School
Daily Mail - 28 Feb 2018 16:56
Teachers and students are arrived early at Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School, their first day back after the school shooting two weeks ago that left 17 dead.How to clean food stains off any type of couch
Daily Mail - 28 Feb 2018 16:56
Cleaning expert Melissa Maker reveals how to tackle the toughest of stains on couches. She says use a vinegar and alcohol solution on cotton or linen sofas, not a water-based product.Eskom signs R20bn credit facility after downgrade
IOL - 28 Feb 2018 16:56
After having its long-term local and foreign credit rating downgraded, Eskom signed a R20 billion credit facility with a consortium of banks.[LISTEN] Zulu King's R5 donation plea & DA, EFF tensions explained
Eyewitness News - 28 Feb 2018 16:55Talk Radio 702's Bongani Bingwa chats to political analyst and professor Somadoda Fikeni.
The Both Side-ism of Amy Chua
Slate - 28 Feb 2018 16:54In their 2014 book The Triple Package, Amy Chua and her husband, Jed Rubenfeld, argued (controversially) that certain racial or religious minorities in America--including Mormons, Jews, and East...
What did Jesus look like? It might not be what you think, new study says
Miami Herald - 28 Feb 2018 16:54Jesus Christ is the most painted figure in Western art, so when his name comes up, a familiar image springs to mind. The long, light-brown hair falling over blue eyes …
Mumsnet user reveals her toddler broke £90,000 of antiques
Daily Mail - 28 Feb 2018 16:54
The British Mumsnet user told how her son, two, had accidentally opened a remote-controlled television cabinet, sending the precious ornaments perched on top crashing to the floor.PG Tips to remove plastic from its tea bags
Sky News - 28 Feb 2018 16:54
PG Tips is to stop using plastic in its tea bags after more than 200,000 people signed an online petition demanding it switch to a biodegradable material.ISL 2018, FC Goa vs ATK, Football Match LIVE Score and Updates: Must-win match for hosts
Firstpost - 28 Feb 2018 16:53Catch the live score and updates from the Indian Super League match between FC Goa and ATK The post ISL 2018, FC Goa vs ATK, Football Match LIVE Score and Updates: Must-win match for hosts appeared...
Russian doctor 'drove around with dead dog in car grill'
Daily Mail - 28 Feb 2018 16:53
Dr Valery Piskovets, who is also a politician, allegedly ran down the stray in Taganrog, a city near the Ukraine border by the Black Sea, and drove around with the dog in his grill for several days.Dwyane Wade honors high school shooting victim in perfect way
New York Post - 28 Feb 2018 16:53
Vintage Dwyane Wade came out Tuesday night with a game-winning bucket, while honoring one of the students killed in the Stoneman Douglas High School shooting. With Joaquin Oliver’s name written on...Labour's Tom Watson under pressure over Mosley donations
Daily Mail - 28 Feb 2018 16:53
The Labour deputy leader Tom Watson received £40,000 from Mr Mosley (pictured, today) in August 2015, £200,000 in June 2016 and £300,000 donation in February 2017.Bank of America hiring brand safety officer to 'clean up' online ads
The Guardian - 28 Feb 2018 16:53
New role created after fears about questionable content, following Unilever's public stand against 'fake news, racism, sexism and hate' Bank of America is to hire a "brand safety officer", a full-time...Incredible century-old photos show Yellowstone's history
Daily Mail - 28 Feb 2018 16:52
Yellowstone was given national park status on March 1, 1872, becoming the first area in America to be formally protected by the United States government.1 UNICEF worker, 5 others killed in Central African Republic
Fox News - 28 Feb 2018 16:52The United Nations children's agency says one of its workers and five other education workers have been killed in an attack in Central African Republic.
Falling into a black hole could wipe out your past
Daily Mail - 28 Feb 2018 16:52
A mathematician from the University of California, Berkeley, made the discovery after crunching the numbers on a particular type of black hole with an electrical charge.College student dies after collapsing during charity boxing match
NY Daily News - 28 Feb 2018 16:52
A 20-year-old college student collapsed during a charity boxing tournament Friday and later died in the hospital.Manchester City need to win more trophies to be considered as Premier League's best, says Ryan Giggs
Firstpost - 28 Feb 2018 16:52Manchester City have won many admirers in their "wonder season" but need more trophies to be considered the best Premier League team ever, ex-Manchester United winger Ryan Giggs has said. The post...
Meet The 'Survivor' 2018 Cast: Tribe Refresher Before 'Ghost Island' Season 36 Premiere
IBTimes - 28 Feb 2018 16:50The bad decisions ofpast "Survivor" contestants will come back to haunt the newest tribes of the CBS series. Season 36 of the reality competition will kick off on Wednesday with the premiere of "Ghost...
Ex-PM Sir John Major demands MPs get a free vote on Brexit
Daily Mail - 28 Feb 2018 16:49
Sir John insisted handing control to Parliament - which is widely thought likely to endorse a soft Brexit or even cancel the referendum result - was necessary to heal divisions in the country.Exploring the need for a right against automated decisions in India in view of Aadhaar based biometric authentication
Firstpost - 28 Feb 2018 16:49One of the arguments in the ongoing Aadhaar case was on the Aadhaar system as the use of a technology which resulted in the denial of constitutional right. The post Exploring the need for a right...
Commonwealth Games 2018: Mary Kom, Vikas Krishan feature in boxing squad; Gaurav Bidhuri, Shiva Thapa miss out
Firstpost - 28 Feb 2018 16:49World medallists Gaurav Bidhuri and Shiva Thapa were the notable omissions, while the likes of M C Mary Kom and Vikas Krishan were picked in India's boxing squad for the Commonwealth Games, selected...
Hospital releases three U.S. Marines who fell ill when letter opened at Virginia base
Reuters - 28 Feb 2018 16:48WASHINGTON
Bheki Cele warns criminals: 'SAPS won't be ones that will be buried'
IOL - 28 Feb 2018 16:47
Newly sworn-in police minister Bheki Cele issued a stern warning to thugs targeting South African police officers - expect to be buried.Copycat culture: is it wrong to clone a beloved dead pet?
The Guardian - 28 Feb 2018 16:46
Barbra Streisand has revealed that she has created copies of her dog - but the ethics should give others paws for thought Barbra Streisand has revealed that she had two clones made of her dog Samantha...EFF gives Durban's Addington hospital 14 days to respond to health concerns
Sowetan LIVE - 28 Feb 2018 16:46The Economic Freedom Fighters (EFF) have put Durban's Addington Hospital management on terms over shoddy health services.
Police warning after 'KFC is closed' 999 call
Sky News - 28 Feb 2018 16:46
Audio of a "ridiculous" 999 phone call made by a man reporting his local KFC outlet had closed has been released by police in Manchester.Iran's Gonabadi Dervishes: A 'long history' of persecution
Al Jazeera English - 28 Feb 2018 16:45Clashes between members of an Iranian Sufi order and police follow more than a decade of increasing tension.
Poppie murder accused alone in dock after husband's suicide attempt
IOL - 28 Feb 2018 16:45
Little Poppie's biological mother Louisa Koekemoer appeared alone in court after co-accused, Kobus Koekemoer, allegedly tried to commit suicide.Used stripper pole put up for auction by state of Illinois
Chicago Tribune - 28 Feb 2018 16:45Is there space in your life and in your heart for a used stripper pole? If the answer is yes, the state of Illinois has what you need -- or at least it did. The Illinois Department of Central...
NYC to pay $180K to three Muslim women for hijab lawsuit
Daily Mail - 28 Feb 2018 16:44
Three Muslim women filed lawsuits against New York City and the NYPD for forcing them to take off their hijab while taking mugshots. Most problems stem from the Brooklyn Central Booking (main).FF Plus: Forget land and focus on farm murders
SA Breaking News - 28 Feb 2018 16:44Leader of the Freedom Front Plus (FF Plus), Piet Groenewald, said the murder of farmers deserved greater priority from the African National Congress (ANC), than its land expropriation plans. The post...
Trump won't build Calif wall until he can do it everywhere
Daily Mail - 28 Feb 2018 16:43
The president said on Twitter that he will not order the construction in California of sections of his long-promised border wall until he has legal authority and funding to complete the entire...Teenagers killed by a drunk driver laid to rest
Daily Mail - 28 Feb 2018 16:43
Harry Rice, 17, plus 16-year-olds Josh McGuinness and George Wilkinson, from London, died when speeding motorist Jaynesh Chudasama careered into them on January 26.Missing CDC scientist allegedly told neighbor to delete his phone number a day before disappearance
USA Today - 28 Feb 2018 16:43
There are a host of unanswered questions surrounding the Harvard-educated official's disappearance. Collie saves the life of a puppy dumped in a bin
Daily Mail - 28 Feb 2018 16:42
Anna Standing, 53, was taking her pet collie Freckles for a walk through Burbage, Wiltshire when the dog started barking at a waste bin prompting the health care worker to investigate.What Kate Middleton and Meghan Markle think of each other
Daily Mail - 28 Feb 2018 16:42
EXCLUSIVE: FEMAIL spoke to bestselling author Judi James and communications coach Robin Kermode to find out what Kate and Meghan's body language reveals about their relationship.Toys R Us troubles grow as British unit goes into insolvency administration
USA Today - 28 Feb 2018 16:42
The debt-burdened toy chain has 105 U.K. stores. Other states welcome Delta after Georgia tax dispute with NRA
USA Today - 28 Feb 2018 16:41
The solicitations came after Georgia state Senate leaders threatened a tax break for Delta because the airline halted a discount-fare program with the National Rifle Association. Mpumalanga chopper suddenly lost its tail‚ leading to fatal crash
Sowetan LIVE - 28 Feb 2018 16:41Police on Wednesday said they had received information that a helicopter crash which occurred between Ogies and Delmas came about after the chopper lost its tail.
Call for pesticides ban after risks to bees confirmed
Daily Mail - 28 Feb 2018 16:40
The assessment by the Parma-based European Food Safety Authority has confirmed that most uses of the chemicals pose a risk to the insects.Russia says country has been reinstated by International Olympic Committee
USA Today - 28 Feb 2018 16:39Russia was banned from Olympics because of massive doping scandal at 2014 Sochi Games. BMW Tupac was shot in goes on sale for $1.5 million
Daily Mail - 28 Feb 2018 16:39
The black 1996 BMW 7-Series went on sale this week after being fully restored but with most of its original features still as they were on September 7, 1996, when the rapper was shot four times.Gianni Versace's bedroom is now a $1,799 hotel room
Daily Mail - 28 Feb 2018 16:39
The Villa Casa Casuarina has maintained the late designer's home 'as he left it', including the opulent master bedroom.Kate Middleton says mental health work impacts parenting
Daily Mail - 28 Feb 2018 16:37
Kate, who is expecting her third child in April, told the audience at the Royal Foundation Forum in London she had 'learnt so much' from her work early intervention in mental health.Oakland Mayor Faces Off Against ICE Over Warning Residents About Immigration Sweep
Slate - 28 Feb 2018 16:37On Tuesday night, U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement arrested more than 150 people in Northern California suspected of being undocumented immigrants. More than 850 others, immigration officials...
Harvey Weinstein: UK police investigating allegations by 10 women
USA Today - 28 Feb 2018 16:37
The British police investigation into claims of sexual assaults by Harvey Weinstein has expanded to include 10 alleged victims. Bank of Baroda to set up trust account for frozen Gupta-linked funds
Sowetan LIVE - 28 Feb 2018 16:37As the Bank of Baroda prepares to withdraw from South Africa‚ it has shed light on what will become of the frozen Estina Dairy funds as well as the Optimum and Koornfontein rehabilitation funds.
Poland's Kaczynski reprimanded for saying rivals 'murderers'
Miami Herald - 28 Feb 2018 16:36Polish media are reporting that Jaroslaw Kaczynski, the head of Poland's conservative ruling party, has been reprimanded by a parliamentary ethics committee. The development Wednesday comes in...
Poland's Kaczynski reprimanded for saying rivals 'murderers'
Fox News - 28 Feb 2018 16:35Polish media are reporting that Jaroslaw Kaczynski, the head of Poland's conservative ruling party, has been reprimanded by a parliamentary ethics committee.
Woman claims Steve Wynn raped her in Chicago apartment
Chicago Tribune - 28 Feb 2018 16:34First footage shows WWII Japan army killing sex slaves
Daily Mail - 28 Feb 2018 16:33
WARNING: DISTURBING FOOTAGE A WWII video showing the corpses of dozens of Korean women who had been forced into sex slavery by the Japanese troops has been released for the first time.KFC has run out of gravy a week after chicken crisis
Daily Mail - 28 Feb 2018 16:32
Chicken lovers were plunged into misery last week when a foul up at KFC's Rugby warehouse saw hundreds of branches close down and days later, customer favourites are still off the menu.Wall Street opens higher after GDP data
Reuters - 28 Feb 2018 16:32(Reuters) - Wall Street's main indexes opened higher on Wednesday after data showed U.S. economic growth slowed slightly more than initially thought in the fourth quarter, weakening the case for...
GDP growth at 7.2%: December quarter figures look okay but few questions remain on full-year numbers
Firstpost - 28 Feb 2018 16:32There has to be revival of private sector demand both in the form of consumption and investment for growth to really be self-sustaining The post GDP growth at 7.2%: December quarter figures look okay...
Nxasana's case to be NDPP: It wasn't a bribe, it was a settlement
Mail & Guardian - 28 Feb 2018 16:32The former NDPP's legal team said he had made a mistake in accepting R17.3-million to leave his position in 2015, but maintains it was not a bribe
Karti Chidambaram arrest allows BJP to regain footing after PNB stumble, counter Opposition narrative
Firstpost - 28 Feb 2018 16:31For the Narendra Modi government and the BJP, 28 February, 2018, will go down as an important date. For the rank and file, the day's events gave them something to cheer for and some talking points at...
Casac: Improper for Abrahams to decide on Zuma charges
Eyewitness News - 28 Feb 2018 16:30Casac is among several organisations asking the Constitutional Court to confirm the High Court order which set aside Shaun Abrahams' appointment as prosecutions boss.
Hope Hicks: I told some 'white lies' for Trump but no whoppers in Russia probe
New York Post - 28 Feb 2018 16:30
WASHINGTON -- White House communications director Hope Hicks acknowledged to a House intelligence panel that she has occasionally told “white lies” for President Donald Trump but has not lied...Annihilation Is the Latest Example of How Women Are Taking Over Science-Fiction Movies
Slate - 28 Feb 2018 16:30Annihilation deals in bountiful hallucinogenic imagery, but the image from Alex Garland's sci-fi horror that may prove most remarkable to audiences is one that really ought to be mundane: a poster...
Slovakian journalist 'was investigating political links to Italian mafia'
The Guardian - 28 Feb 2018 16:29
Summary of last work by Ján Kuciak, shot dead with fiancée, focuses on 'Ndrangheta ties The Slovakian journalist Ján Kuciak was investigating political corruption linked to an Italian mafia group...Meghan Markle shares stage with royals to set out charity work
BBC - 28 Feb 2018 16:29
She says she will "hit the ground running" as she joins William, Kate and Harry at a charity event.Labour won't accept Mosley cash amid racism row
Sky News - 28 Feb 2018 16:29
Labour will not take further donations from Max Mosley following allegations that the ex-Formula One boss published a racist pamphlet.Brad Parscale, Trump's new campaign manager, hired Eric Trump's wife as his liaison to the campaign
The Week - 28 Feb 2018 16:29
You'd think a president who claims to have accomplished 64 percent of his agenda after one year in office wouldn't need a second term, but President Trump has been officially running for re-election...Parliament cannot find Guptas to appear before Eskom hearing
Sowetan LIVE - 28 Feb 2018 16:29The parliamentary committee probing the alleged capture of Eskom by the Guptas is battling to locate the controversial family.
20 arrested in two days as Tshwane police crack down on crime
IOL - 28 Feb 2018 16:28
Sunnyside police warn people to refrain from illegal activities as they would not be spared the might of the justice system.Officials urge patients to stop using Yiganerjing cream
Daily Mail - 28 Feb 2018 16:27
Yiganerjing cream has been branded 'dangerous' by the Medicines and Healthcare products Regulatory Agency. It found the cream contains clobetasol propionate.Weinstein: Met probes assault claim from 10th woman
Sky News - 28 Feb 2018 16:27
Police in the UK are now investigating sexual assault claims made by 10 women against disgraced film producer Harvey Weinstein.'Never Going to Be the Same.' Students Make an Emotional Return to Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School
Time - 28 Feb 2018 16:26Two weeks after the deadly school shooting[UPDATE] Standard Bank app back online, customers still reporting problems
Eyewitness News - 28 Feb 2018 16:26Frustrated customers have been venting their anger over not being able to access the services for several hours on Wednesday.
7 quirky museums explore male anatomy, marzipan, pencil sharpeners and more
Chicago Tribune - 28 Feb 2018 16:25Father and son's 5 year feud over tractors ends in court
Daily Mail - 28 Feb 2018 16:24
Thomas Lowther, 88, and his 51-year-old son Thomas Lowther Jr, from Lancashire, once took pride in showing off their collection together, but have since fallen out over their prized engines.Twitter users are shocked by bra washing rules
Daily Mail - 28 Feb 2018 16:24
Bra washing has become a hot topic on Twitter over the past few days, with people realizing they've been neglecting to wash their delicates as frequently as they should.Home of flight data black box recorder inventor for sale
Daily Mail - 28 Feb 2018 16:23
Beachern Wood is on the edge of the village of Brockenhurst village overlooking the New Forest in Hampshire. The seven-bed property was built in 1898 by the Barings Bank family.Ravi Shankar Prasad denies govt interference in Karti Chidambaram's arrest, says law must take its course
Firstpost - 28 Feb 2018 16:23There is no interference from the government and the law must take its course, Union Minister Ravi Shankar Prasad on Wednesday said The post Ravi Shankar Prasad denies govt interference in Karti...
Universities should pay back fees for strike, says minister
BBC - 28 Feb 2018 16:22
Students should get money back for strike-hit lectures, says university minister.PV Sindhu says her dream is to reach the numero uno spot
Firstpost - 28 Feb 2018 16:21Ace shuttler PV Sindhu on Wednesday said her dream is to become World No 1 and she is trying to reach the numero uno spot. The post PV Sindhu says her dream is to reach the numero uno spot appeared...
Rescuer of French climber splits up with his Polish team
Miami Herald - 28 Feb 2018 16:20The head of a Polish Himalaya climbers' team says that a prominent member, Denis Urubko, who recently rescued a French climber, has split up with the team and left its …
UK police investigating Weinstein allegations by 10 women
Miami Herald - 28 Feb 2018 16:20The British police investigation into claims of sexual assaults by Harvey Weinstein has expanded to include 10 alleged victims. London's Metropolitan Police force said Wednesday that it received the...
Sridevi accorded state funeral; celebrities, fans pay final respects to the screen legend
Firstpost - 28 Feb 2018 16:20Wrapped in the tricolor, Sridevi began her final journey with thousands of mourners jostling with each other to catch a glimpse of her cortege as it slowly made its way through the city to the Vile...
Rescuer of French climber splits up with his Polish team
Fox News - 28 Feb 2018 16:19The head of a Polish Himalaya climbers' team says that a prominent member, Denis Urubko, who recently rescued a French climber, has split up with the team and left its base camp in Pakistan.
Meghan Markle appears in first royal engagement with Duchess Kate, Princes William and Harry
USA Today - 28 Feb 2018 16:18
Prince Harry's new fiancee joined him for his and Prince William's first joint engagement together at the Royal Foundation's inaugural forum. M1 minibus crash accused 'felt faint and stopped' in carriageway
BBC - 28 Feb 2018 16:18
Eight people were killed on the M1 shortly after Ryszard Masierak stopped his lorry in the inside lane.Czech man attacked trains, blamed it on Islamic militants
Miami Herald - 28 Feb 2018 16:18Czech authorities have detained a man suspected of carrying out two attacks on trains while blaming them on Islamic militants. State prosecutor Martin Bily said Wednesday that the man is …
Florida massacre survivors return to school
New York Post - 28 Feb 2018 16:17
Survivors of the Valentine's Day massacre in Florida made their way back to classes Wednesday morning, hoping to regain some sense of normalcy, exactly two weeks after a gunman shot up their school,...Evidence emerges at hearing of third accused in missing Briton couple case
Sowetan LIVE - 28 Feb 2018 16:17Cell phones stolen from abducted Britons Rod and Rachel Saunders - found in the possession of Eshowe teenager Themba Xulu - are expected to help police decode the circumstances around their...
Czech man attacked trains, blamed it on Islamic militants
Fox News - 28 Feb 2018 16:16Czech authorities have detained a man suspected of carrying out two attacks on trains while blaming them on Islamic militants.
Heavy security as Florida shooting survivors head back to class
CBSNews - 28 Feb 2018 16:16Heavily armed police presence designed to make community feel secure in wake of mass shooting
Car exhaust CO2 emissions rise for first time in 2 decades
Daily Mail - 28 Feb 2018 16:15
Carbon dioxide emissions from vehicles sold in the UK have risen for the first time on record, as the Government's ongoing drive against diesel hits.Bheki Cele: Ngcobo massacre suspects have confessed
Eyewitness News - 28 Feb 2018 16:15The new Police Minister delivered his first ministerial statement in Parliament today, a day after his visit to the Eastern Cape town where the massacre took place.
Scottish skier days double last season's total
BBC - 28 Feb 2018 16:14
Scotland's mountain snowsports centres have had more than double last's year's total number of skier days.College student allegedly threatens to kill high schoolers on Snapchat
New York Post - 28 Feb 2018 16:13
A college student in Connecticut threatened to find and kill several high school students after an argument with them on Snapchat, police said. Nicholas Graham, a 23-year-old student at Southern...Swiss government: Pope Francis to visit Geneva this summer
Miami Herald - 28 Feb 2018 16:12A Swiss government spokesman says Pope Francis will visit Geneva in June. Federal Council spokesman Andre Simonazzi says details of the June 21 visit are being worked out, adding only …
Swiss government: Pope Francis to visit Geneva this summer
Fox News - 28 Feb 2018 16:11A Swiss government spokesman says Pope Francis will visit Geneva in June.
Questions over shooting of gay man with links to Trinidad judge
The Guardian - 28 Feb 2018 16:11
Dillian Johnson fears being killed for sexuality and is seeking asylum in the UK after attack Lawyers in Trinidad and Tobago are challenging the conduct of the country's top judge, following questions...Is Netflix's plan to release 700 shows Peak TV at its most cynical?
The Guardian - 28 Feb 2018 16:11
The streaming giant's plan for the next 12 months involves a terrifying amount of content. But if it plans to crush its opposition, it may be in for a shock There are some sentences that feel designed...Russia says reinstated by International Olympic Committee
Miami Herald - 28 Feb 2018 16:09Russia says the IOC has reinstated the country to the Olympic movement despite two failed doping tests by its athletes at the Pyeongchang Winter Olympics. Russia was banned from the …
Pizza Hut replacing Papa John's as NFL sponsor
USA Today - 28 Feb 2018 16:09
Pizza Hut's partnership with the NFL begins April 1, with opportunity to marketthe 2018 NFL draft. EU demands that Russia, Iran, Turkey halt Syria fighting
Miami Herald - 28 Feb 2018 16:07The European Union is demanding that Russia, Iran and Turkey take responsibility for ensuring that the fighting stops in Syria and that a real 30-day halt in fighting is respected. …
EU demands that Russia, Iran, Turkey halt Syria fighting
Fox News - 28 Feb 2018 16:07The European Union is demanding that Russia, Iran and Turkey take responsibility for ensuring that the fighting stops in Syria and that a real 30-day halt in fighting is respected.
Surge in imports helps curb U.S. economic growth in fourth quarter
Reuters - 28 Feb 2018 16:06WASHINGTON
NCAA tournament bracketology: Florida vaults to No. 5 seed, Miami to No. 6 after huge wins
USA Today - 28 Feb 2018 16:06
(Updated Feb. 28, 2018): Bubble teams just last week, now the Hurricanes and Gators are well positioned on the bracket for March. Scared but Resilient, Stoneman Douglas Students Return to Class
The New York Times - 28 Feb 2018 16:06
For many, the first day of class since the massacre at their school offered a chance to show strength, but there was also dread of confronting the absence of friends lost.Uber driver saw Nikolas Cruz with 'guitar case'
NY Daily News - 28 Feb 2018 16:05
The unidentified driver said Cruz appeared to be a normal person.Oakland Mayor Libby Schaaf warns residents about ICE sweep
NY Daily News - 28 Feb 2018 16:05
Federal immigration agents arrested more than 150 people in California in the days after Oakland's mayor gave early warning of the raids.ANC confirms Mbalula's move to Luthuli House
Sowetan LIVE - 28 Feb 2018 16:03The ANC on Wednesday confirmed that the former minister of police Fikile Mbalula had been redeployed to Luthuli House with immediate effect.
A Woman Was Mad at Her Fiancé, So She Shot and Killed Their Dog, Police Say
Time - 28 Feb 2018 16:02
(TARPON SPRINGS, Fla.) — Authorities say a Florida woman fatally shot her and her fiancé’s dog during an argument. The Tampa Bay Times reports that 27-year-old Giselle Taylor was arrested last...We were there: How the worst flub in Oscar history went down
USA Today - 28 Feb 2018 16:01
See how USA TODAY, with reporters in all key parts of the Dolby Theatre in L.A., covered the 2017 Oscars flub that stunned Hollywood. California Today: California Today: Should Bail Be Set Above What Defendants Can Pay?
The New York Times - 28 Feb 2018 16:00
Wednesday: What it costs to get out of jail in San Francisco, the Supreme Court's blow to detained immigrants, and a study linking drinking to longevity.For your consideration: how hype-filled Oscar ads reveal who's heading for glory
The Guardian - 28 Feb 2018 16:00
Can movies' Academy Awards nominations adverts - aimed at the Oscars voters - be used to predict who'll win what on 4 March? Nobody knows who'll win the best picture Oscar. But we can apply science to...Queer Dating Apps Need to Protect Their Users Better
Slate - 28 Feb 2018 16:00In late September, Egyptian authorities began a crackdown against the country's queer communities after fans of Mashrou' Leila, an outspoken Lebanese indie rock group with an openly gay band member,...
The Blackhawks didn't even play on Tuesday, but they still got pantsed
Chicago Tribune - 28 Feb 2018 16:00Bundesliga: Louis van Gaal rules out Bayern Munich return as long as Uli Hoeness remains club president
Firstpost - 28 Feb 2018 15:59Louis van Gaal has ruled out returning to Bayern Munich and succeeding Jupp Heynckes -- as long as Uli Hoeness remains club president. The post Bundesliga: Louis van Gaal rules out Bayern Munich...
Ex-City trader who burgled 130 New Forest homes jailed
Daily Mail - 28 Feb 2018 15:59
David Adams, 33, cycled from house to house in the New Forest, Hampshire, leaving his victims' homes 'nice and tidy' before he left. He was jailed for five years at Bournemouth Crown Court.Congress skeptical on Manohar Parrikar's health, asks Goa CM to come clean on illness
Firstpost - 28 Feb 2018 15:58The Congress in Goa on Wednesday asked Chief Minister Manohar Parrikar to come clean on his ailment, adding that the state administration had come to a standstill as he had been hospitalised for...
Female 'Bucket list' killer sentenced for stabbing death of autistic teen
Fox News - 28 Feb 2018 15:58
A British woman who had committing murder on her "bucket list" and had an "obsession" with serial killers was sentenced to prison on Wednesday for the brutal killing of an autistic teenager in...In patriarchal Japan, saying 'Me Too' can be risky for women
Miami Herald - 28 Feb 2018 15:57Japanese women who say "Me too" do so at their own risk. Online comments accused Rika Shiiki of lying and being a publicity hound when she tweeted that she lost …
Exclusive: U.S. regulators examine Wall Street's Volcker rule wish list
Reuters - 28 Feb 2018 15:57WASHINGTON
Apple-shaped figures raise women's risk of a heart attack
Daily Mail - 28 Feb 2018 15:57
Researchers from the University of Oxford found that even among slim women, carrying fat around the abdomen makes them 10-to-20 per cent more likely to suffer a cardiovascular event.Who Is Mackenzie McKee? How You Know New 'Teen Mom OG' Star
IBTimes - 28 Feb 2018 15:56Farrah Abraham is officially no longer a "Teen Mom OG," but fans of the series don't need to worry, as a new face is set to tell her story alongside other "OG" stars Catelynn Lowell, Maci Bookout and...
Wenger 'amazed' at speculation over Arsenal future
Mail & Guardian - 28 Feb 2018 15:56Arsenal's manager has come under sustained fire since an abject display in Sunday's 3-0 hammering at Wembly
Slain Journalist Had Been Working on Story About Mafia Links
Time - 28 Feb 2018 15:55
(BRATISLAVA, Slovakia) — An investigative journalist shot dead in Slovakia last week was working on a story about the activities of Italian mafia in his country and their links to people close to...British dog breeds at risk of dying out altogether
Daily Mail - 28 Feb 2018 15:55
The Kennel Club has revealed that a number of British dog breeds are now so rare due to competition from more trendy breeds such as the French Bulldog, that some are at risk of extinction.Mbalula deployed to Luthuli House ahead of 2019 elections
Eyewitness News - 28 Feb 2018 15:54The former Police Minister was among the 10 ministers fired when President Cyril Ramaphosa reshuffled Cabinet.
Armed guards, counselors, bitter memories greet students' return to Parkland, Florida, school
USA Today - 28 Feb 2018 15:52
Classes resume almost 2 weeks after a gunman killed 17 people at Stoneman Douglas high school. Bulletproof backpack sales are booming as Parkland students return to school
USA Today - 28 Feb 2018 15:52
Some U.S. schools are turning to high-tech windows, doors and locks to stop attackers, even as parents buy bulletproof backpacks for their children FIFA World Cup 2018: Russian president Vladimir Putin says country's image will depend on tournament's success
Firstpost - 28 Feb 2018 15:52Vladimir Putin said that Russia, which is to host the championship for the first time, must hold it at the highest level and most importantly, ensure maximum security for players and fans. The post...
UK police receive fresh Harvey Weinstein sexual assault claim
The Guardian - 28 Feb 2018 15:52
Producer is accused of sexually assaulting woman in Westminster in mid 1990s British police investigating Harvey Weinstein have received a further allegation of sexual assault. Scotland Yard received...North Korea sent chemical weapons materials to Syria: reports
USA Today - 28 Feb 2018 15:51
North Korea madeat least 40 deliveries of components including acid-resistant tiles, stainless-steel pipes and valves toSyria between 2012 and 2017. 'Game over' for Toys R Us in the U.K.
USA Today - 28 Feb 2018 15:51
Toys R Us has gone into administration in the UK leaving 3,000 jobs at risk. The U.S. toy chain failed to find a buyer after struggling for months to compete with online retailers. Pedophile hunter gets prison for assaulting sex offenders
New York Post - 28 Feb 2018 15:51
ANCHORAGE, Alaska -- An Alaska man who called himself an “avenging angel seeking justice” has been sentenced to 23 years in prison for assault and robbery charges. KTVA-TV reports that 42-year-old...The Latest: Ireland welcomes first EU draft for Brexit deal
Miami Herald - 28 Feb 2018 15:50The Latest on Brexit negotiations (all times local): 13:20 Ireland has welcomed the European Union's first draft of a Brexit agreement but stands ready to discuss other options once Britain …
A Youth Softball Program Is Auctioning Off an AR-15-Style Gun
Time - 28 Feb 2018 15:50
(SALEM, Ore.) — An Oregon youth softball program has decided to move forward with plans to raffle off an AR-15-style assault weapon as part of its fundraiser. The Statesman Journal reported Monday...Judge rules no reviewable irregularities in schoolbook tender case
IOL - 28 Feb 2018 15:50
The biggest distribution contract in the country to supply workbooks to pupils in all provinces in Grade R to Grade 9, will remain in tact for now.Foldable phones by 2023 says EU's Graphene flagship
USA Today - 28 Feb 2018 15:48
Foldable phones will be on the market within five years, according to the Graphene Flagship program. The miracle material should also revolutionize medicine too. Dick's Sporting Goods bans sales of assault weapons after Parkland, Florida school shooting
USA Today - 28 Feb 2018 15:47Dick's Sporting Goods is set to ban sales of assault weapons after the Parkland, Fla. school shooting. Trump says he'd 'run in' to save people. It's a fantasy that should worry Americans.
USA Today - 28 Feb 2018 15:47
We have a commander in chief who isn't who he thinks he is. How can you lead effectively if you don’t know your own strengths and weaknesses? EMS Workers Refused to Help Man Who Was Shot 16 Times, Police Say
Time - 28 Feb 2018 15:46
(CLEVELAND) — A Cleveland Emergency Medical Services dispatcher and supervisor have been suspended for refusing to send an ambulance to a man who was shot 16 times and drove across the city line....Brexit: DUP says draft EU treaty would be 'economically catastrophic' for Northern Ireland - Politics live
The Guardian - 28 Feb 2018 15:46
Rolling coverage of the day's political developments as they happen, including Theresa May and Jeremy Corbyn at PMQs and reaction as the EU publishes its draft text of the Brexit withdrawal treaty...Sridevi: thousands mourn actor who redefined role of female Bollywood stars
The Guardian - 28 Feb 2018 15:46
Mourners line streets of Mumbai for funeral of Indian film star who drowned in a bath in Dubai Thousands of mourning fans have lined the streets of Mumbai to pay their respects to Sridevi Kapoor, the...Russia's Olympic membership is 'restored', country says
BBC - 28 Feb 2018 15:46
Russia's Olympic membership is restored following suspension from the Winter Games, the country's Olympic Committee says.Why you should watch Comedy Central's brilliant dark comedy 'Corporate'
USA Today - 28 Feb 2018 15:46
Comedy Central has struck gold with 'Corporate,' a nihilistic comedy that might be a little too real. Kushner's problems only just beginning
CNN - 28 Feb 2018 15:45Jared Kushner's security clearance downgrade is not the end of the story, unless you are talking about his diplomatic career. That is over.
The Latest: Slovak minister resigns after reporter's death
Miami Herald - 28 Feb 2018 15:45The Latest on the killing of a Slovak investigative journalist (all times local): 2:40 p.m. Slovakia's culture minister has announced his resignation following the slaying of an investigative...
2 dead in Mpumalanga helicopter crash
Eyewitness News - 28 Feb 2018 15:45The wreckage of the chopper was found in an open field along an unnamed road on Wednesday afternoon.
The Latest: Slovak minister resigns after reporter's death
Fox News - 28 Feb 2018 15:45
The Latest on the killing of a Slovak investigative journalist (all times local): 2:40 p.m. Slovakia's culture minister has announced his resignation following the slaying of an investigative...Syrian government ground forces attack Ghouta despite Russian truce plan
Eyewitness News - 28 Feb 2018 15:44Hundreds have died in 11 days of bombing of the eastern Ghouta, a swathe of towns and farms outside Damascus that is the last major rebel-held area near the capital.
How to crack IIT-JEE Main 2018 while preparing for CBSE Class 12th Boards: Handy tips for aspirants
Firstpost - 28 Feb 2018 15:43Important tips and strategies for IIIT-JEE Main and CBSE Board aspirants on how to study, plan the day in the right way with proper focus and persistence. The post How to crack IIT-JEE Main 2018 while...
Trump threatens to hold his own border wall hostage
The Week - 28 Feb 2018 15:43
President Trump followed up a major legal victory for his border wall on Tuesday by tweeting that he has decided to withhold "sections" from California until the entire structure is approved. Trump...Pupils rushed to clinic after ceiling collapse
Sowetan LIVE - 28 Feb 2018 15:42Some of the kids had blisters from the scratching.
Dick's Sporting Goods CEO: Company will no longer sell assault-style rifles
ABC News - 28 Feb 2018 15:41
Ed Stack said in a letter to consumers, "gun violence is an epidemic."Toyota to build new-generation Auris car in Derbyshire
The Guardian - 28 Feb 2018 15:40
Japanese carmaker's decision safeguards the jobs of 3,000 workers as Brexit fears continue Toyota has announced that it will build the next generation of its Auris car at its Burnaston plant in...Judges told to limit observers if witness has to remove veil
The Guardian - 28 Feb 2018 15:40
Guidance to UK judges also states that court artists should not draw those required to lift their veil Judges should restrict the number of observers allowed into court when defendants or witnesses...Optimum workers paid but questions raised about future sale
IOL - 28 Feb 2018 15:40
Optimum branch of NUM said the union believed the reported sale of Optimum to a Swiss clothing company was not above board.David Bote working with Cubs hitting coach Chili Davis to reveal hidden power
Chicago Tribune - 28 Feb 2018 15:40Man Leads Police on Chase in Stolen U-Haul Truck -- Again
Time - 28 Feb 2018 15:39
(STANDISH, Maine) — A Maine man has been arrested for the second time in a year on charges he led police on a chase in a stolen U-Haul truck. The Portland Press Herald reports a Cumberland County...Analysis: The Aussie dollar could get crushed by soaring US interest rates
ABC News - 28 Feb 2018 15:39For the first time in years, US bonds are yielding more than Australian bonds, a gap that is only likely to widen from here. Will the Aussie dollar become collateral damage?
'13 Reasons Why' Star Brandon Flynn Addresses Sam Smith Makeout Photos
IBTimes - 28 Feb 2018 15:38"13 Reasons Why" star Brandon Flynn is not shy about expressing his love for boyfriend Sam Smith and can even take a good ribbing over his kissing skills. On Tuesday, Flynn took to Twitter after an...
UK weather: Deer spotted in snowy street
BBC - 28 Feb 2018 15:37
They were filmed walking down the street in the town amid the early morning snow.Egypt train collision kills 15: health ministry
Al Jazeera English - 28 Feb 2018 15:37At least 15 killed as freight train and passenger train collide in northern Beheira province, health ministry says.
The Case For Minimalism
Forbes - 28 Feb 2018 15:37
Minimalism is the pathway to the better life you've been searching for all along.Aircel-Maxis deal: Trouble for P Chidambaram, Karti far from over; ED status report to SC likely in March
Firstpost - 28 Feb 2018 15:37Firstpost has reviewed the ED note, which said Karti was not part of the charge sheet that was quashed by the court in Aircel-Maxis case and the agency is likely to submit a status report before the...
PG Tips to switch to plastic-free teabags
BBC - 28 Feb 2018 15:36
The first eco-friendly pyramid teabags go on sale next week, making them fully recyclable.Meghan Markle pledges to 'shine a light' on women's rights
The Guardian - 28 Feb 2018 15:35
Soon-to-be royal pledges to 'hit the ground running' after marriage to Prince Harry Meghan Markle, who is preparing to join the royal family, has indicated that she is not ready to abandon her...Manchin says ban on AR-15s unlikely, bump stock ban a "no brainer"
CBSNews - 28 Feb 2018 15:35"We're seeing a movement we've never seen before," said Sen. Manchin of calls for common sense gun reforms
CSO data shows India's GDP grew at five-quarter high of 7.2% in Q3, beats China with 6.8% growth rate
Firstpost - 28 Feb 2018 15:34The growth in GDP during 2017-18 is estimated at 6.6 percent as compared to the growth rate of 7.1 percent in 2016-17, CSO added. The post CSO data shows India’s GDP grew at five-quarter high of...
Adelaide student threatens to slit the throat of boy
Daily Mail - 28 Feb 2018 15:34
A boy in Year 5 has been suspended from a primary school in Adelaide's inner suburbs after he threatened a fellow student with a pocket knife during morning recess on Wednesday.Students return to Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School for first classes since shooting
The Week - 28 Feb 2018 15:33
Students return to classes on Wednesday at Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School for the first time since a gunman killed 17 students and teachers at the Parkland, Florida, school. There was a heavy...U.S. fourth-quarter GDP growth revised down to 2.5 percent
Reuters - 28 Feb 2018 15:32WASHINGTON,
Prime Minister's Questions: The key bits and the verdict
BBC - 28 Feb 2018 15:32
Theresa May clashed with Jeremy Corbyn over Brexit - here are the key bits of their exchanges.Suspected Shoplifters Fleeing Officers Accidentally Run Into Police Station
Time - 28 Feb 2018 15:32
(PHOENIX) — Two shoplifting suspects running from police scaled a fence to get away from officers and landed in a secure parking lot of a police station — and in custody. Officials tell KTAR-TV...Pakistan cricketer Shahzaib Hasan handed one-year ban by PCB for involvement in PSL 2017 spot-fixing scandal
Firstpost - 28 Feb 2018 15:32Pakistan on Wednesday hit former opener Shahzaib Hasan with a one-year ban and a million-rupee ($9,050) fine for a spot-fixing incident that rocked the country's Twenty20 League last year. The post...
German government to consider label for cleaner diesel cars
Miami Herald - 28 Feb 2018 15:31The next German government will consider a proposal to identify diesel vehicles with low emissions using a visible label soon after it takes office. The question of how authorities can …
UK universities stronger in arts than sciences, rankings suggest
The Guardian - 28 Feb 2018 15:30
More UK universities top the QS subject rankings than last year - but they are overwhelmingly concentrated in the arts and humanities The 2018 QS world university rankings in full World university...World university subject rankings: the UK is back on top
The Guardian - 28 Feb 2018 15:30
As the latest QS world university subject rankings are released, we look at the big story from this year's results - how UK universities are improving, despite an uncertain post-Brexit future The 2018...Wall Street on course for February loss, first in 11 months
Reuters - 28 Feb 2018 15:30(Reuters) - Wall Street looked set to open flat on Wednesday, on track for loss on the month in February, as concerns over rising interest rates and their downward impact on stock markets dominated...