| Trump Threatens Aid To Palestinians After U.S. Says It Will Withhold Millions From Pakistan Posted: 02 Jan 2018 03:18 PM PST  President Donald Trump appeared to threaten millions of dollars in U.S. aid to the Palestinians in a series of tweets Tuesday after a decision to also withhold funds from Pakistan earlier in the day.
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| Amber Alert issued in Texas for two girls in danger after mom found dead Posted: 02 Jan 2018 07:17 AM PST  An Amber Alert was issued Sunday as Texas police search for two girls following the death of their mother.
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| What next for Iran protests? Posted: 02 Jan 2018 06:49 AM PST  Demonstrations are spreading across Iran and turning increasingly violent, but analysts say a lack of leadership and political support mean they may struggle to maintain momentum. "The more violent the protests become the sooner they will come to an end, regardless of whether the violence is started by riot police or the protesters," said Adnan Tabatabai, Iran analyst and CEO of Germany-based think tank CARPO. Reports on Tuesday said two members of the security forces had been shot dead, while six protesters had died trying to storm a police post -- all in Isfahan province.
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| Hawaiian Airlines Flight Takes Off In 2018, Lands In 2017 Posted: 01 Jan 2018 11:44 AM PST  It's plane crazy: A flight that took off in 2018 ended up landing in 2017.
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| The Latest: California girl killed in bus crash, 12 injured Posted: 01 Jan 2018 04:55 PM PST  SALT LAKE CITY (AP) — The Latest on a fatal bus crash in rural Utah (all times local):
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| This Chinese Space Lab is About to Crash Down to Earth Posted: 02 Jan 2018 08:52 AM PST  Happy New Year!
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| 'Let's Not Extinguish Hope in Their Hearts.' Pope Francis Calls for Empathy Toward Migrants and Refugees Posted: 01 Jan 2018 11:10 PM PST  "Let's not suffocate their expectations of peace"
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| These Are The 12 Victims, Including 2 U.S. Families, Of The Costa Rica Plane Crash Posted: 02 Jan 2018 08:37 AM PST  Families and friends are mourning the loss of 12 people killed in a plane crash on New Year's Eve in Costa Rica.
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| Billy Joel and Christie Brinkley's Daughter Alexa Ray Joel Is Engaged — See Her (Huge!) Ring Posted: 02 Jan 2018 06:39 AM PST  Alexa Ray Joel is starting off 2018 with a stunning new accessory: an engagement ring!
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| Iranian protesters attack police stations, raise stakes in unrest Posted: 01 Jan 2018 02:51 PM PST ![Iranian protesters attack police stations, raise stakes in unrest]( "Iranian protesters attack police stations, raise stakes in unrest") By Michael Georgy DUBAI (Reuters) - Iranian protesters attacked police stations late into the night on Monday, news agency and social media reports said, as security forces struggled to contain the boldest challenge to the clerical leadership since unrest in 2009. Videos on social media showed an intense clash in the central town of Qahderijan between security forces and protesters who were trying to occupy a police station, which was partially set ablaze. There were unconfirmed reports of several casualties among demonstrators.
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| Chicago sees drop in homicides, shootings in 2017 Posted: 01 Jan 2018 11:38 AM PST  CHICAGO (AP) — Chicago ended 2017 with fewer homicides than the year before, but gang violence in the city's most dangerous neighborhoods kept the total number of killings above the 600 mark for only the second time in more than a decade.
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| US courts to seek sexual harassment protections Posted: 31 Dec 2017 09:11 PM PST  Chief Justice John Roberts unveiled a plan Sunday to help shield US court employees from sexual harassment, acknowledging the judicial branch is "not immune" after a powerful appellate judge retired over misconduct allegations. The top US Supreme Court justice has already tasked Administrative Office of US Courts chief James Duff to review procedures to protect court employees from sexual misconduct, according to a memo released Wednesday that also spelled out existing recourse. The memo came just days after Alex Kozinski stepped down from his post at the influential San Francisco-based US Court of Appeals for the 9th Circuit after he was accused of inappropriate behavior by at least 15 former clerks and staffers.
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| Nine Inmates Dead, Dozens Escape as Riot Erupts in a Brazil Prison Posted: 01 Jan 2018 07:52 PM PST  Gang violence is common in Brazil's notorious prisons
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| Donald Trump Responds To Utah Senator Orrin Hatch's Retirement Posted: 02 Jan 2018 02:27 PM PST  WASHINGTON ― President Donald Trump responded to veteran Utah Sen. Orrin Hatch (R) announcing his retirement after more than four decades in the Senate.
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| Las Vegas rings in 2018 under unprecedented security Posted: 01 Jan 2018 01:19 AM PST  LAS VEGAS (AP) — Las Vegas welcomed 2018 with fireworks, big-ticket musical acts and unprecedented security in the wake of the deadliest mass shooting in U.S. modern history just three months ago.
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| 6 Ways Logan Paul Could Have Actually Raised Suicide Awareness Posted: 02 Jan 2018 01:37 PM PST  YouTube star Logan Paul shared a horrific video featuring an apparent suicide victim earlier this week, sparking a major dialogue about the proper way to bring awareness to mental health issues.
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| The F-15 Eagle: The Amazing Fighter Jet No Air Force Can Shootdown? Posted: 01 Jan 2018 05:01 AM PST  According to official releases from Boeing and the U.S. Air Force, the F-15 Eagle has a clear-cut win-to-loss ratio of 104 to zero. Iraqi sources claimed that on Jan. 4, 1991 – 13 days before the U.S.-led coalition launched Operation Desert Storm — Iraqi fighters intercepted a formation of Israeli F-15s over western Iraq and shot down one of the Eagles near the H-3 air base complex. Sadik added that some other pieces of wreckage were sent to Iraqi air force intelligence in Baghdad.
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| Mariah Carey Was Told There Would Be Tea Posted: 02 Jan 2018 09:36 AM PST  Mariah Carey says there isn't any tea for her during her New Year's Eve performance in Times Square.
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| US military member killed in Afghanistan Posted: 02 Jan 2018 08:58 AM PST  A member of the US military was killed and four others wounded during a New Year's Day combat operation in Afghanistan, officials said Tuesday. "Two wounded service members are being treated at a nearby medical treatment facility and are in stable condition. While Afghan security forces are conducting most of the fighting against the Taliban and other insurgent groups, US troops operate alongside them in a training capacity and are frequently on the front lines.
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| Colorado deputy killed in barrage of gunfire at apartment complex Posted: 31 Dec 2017 08:09 PM PST ![Colorado deputy killed in barrage of gunfire at apartment complex]( "Colorado deputy killed in barrage of gunfire at apartment complex") By Keith Coffman DENVER (Reuters) - A gunman opened fire on sheriff's deputies at an apartment complex near Denver on Sunday, killing one officer before the suspect was shot and killed, the Douglas County Sheriff's Office said. Four other deputies and two civilians were shot and wounded by the suspect, identified as 37-year-old Matthew Riehl, who had had numerous run-ins with the law, according to Sheriff Tony Spurlock. It was not immediately clear why the incident had escalated, Spurlock said.
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| 7 Signs You're Too Close To Your Boss Posted: 02 Jan 2018 02:57 PM PST  Strong relationships with colleagues can improve your work life.
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| Cartoon Perfectly Sums Up That 'Back To Work' After Holidays Feeling Posted: 02 Jan 2018 04:08 AM PST  A new cartoon expertly encapsulates the end of the holiday period.
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| What's Behind Iran's Massive Anti-Government Protests Posted: 02 Jan 2018 11:34 AM PST  The largest protests to hit Iran in almost a decade have swept across the country in recent days, sparking violent retaliation from government forces.
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| Baltimore breaks city record for killings per capita in 2017 Posted: 01 Jan 2018 09:15 AM PST  BALTIMORE (AP) — Baltimore has set a new per-capita homicide record as gunmen killed for drugs, cash, payback - or no apparent reason at all.
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| 15 Stunning Engagement Rings That Aren't Diamonds Posted: 02 Jan 2018 09:26 AM PST  When it comes to the modern bride, the typical clear diamond is no longer the first stone of choice for her engagement ring.
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| 23 People Injured in Bronx Fire Expected to Be OK Posted: 02 Jan 2018 09:39 AM PST  The blaze comes days after another fire in the Bronx killed 12 people
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| China is serious on fuel economy: 500-plus models to go out of production Posted: 02 Jan 2018 05:00 AM PST  China has taken a major step toward cleaning up the new cars sold in the country beginning January 1. As numerous countries debate plans to end sales of fossil-fuel vehicles completely at points in the future, China has now forced the end of production for some 553 models, starting Monday. According to a Bloomberg report later confirmed by Chinese state media outlet Xinhua, the China Vehicle Technology Service Center said last Thursday sales of the offending Chinese-market vehicles would cease as of the new year.
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| 'Life is really difficult': Tehranis share economic grievances Posted: 01 Jan 2018 10:35 AM PST !['Life is really difficult': Tehranis share economic grievances]( "'Life is really difficult': Tehranis share economic grievances") The streets of Iran's capital have been relatively quiet as protests hit much of the country, but Tehranis still have plenty to complain about and demand action from the government. My husband is a government worker but his salary is no way enough for us to make ends meet," said Farzaneh Mirzaie, 42, a mother of two. It is a story heard up and down the country as Iran struggles to recover from years of poor economic management and crippling international sanctions.
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| U.S. airport immigration computers go down temporarily: agency Posted: 02 Jan 2018 04:26 AM PST ![U.S. airport immigration computers go down temporarily: agency]( "U.S. airport immigration computers go down temporarily: agency") Immigration desk computers at various airports went down for about two hours on Monday, causing long lines for travelers entering the United States after year-end holidays, according to Customs and Border Protection and posts on social media. All airports were back on line after wait times for travelers that were longer than usual, it said. "At this time, there is no indication the service disruption was malicious in nature," the agency said.
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| California's Marijuana Legalization Aims To Repair Damage From The War On Drugs Posted: 02 Jan 2018 07:40 AM PST  LOS ANGELES ― California is now the largest state in the nation to have legal and regulated recreational marijuana.
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| Trump's foreign policy team is a 'snake pit,' senior Republican claims Posted: 02 Jan 2018 01:06 PM PST  Donald Trump's foreign policy team has become a "snake pit" rife with infighting, a new report has claimed. Mr Trump argues regularly with Secretary of State Rex Tillerson and national security adviser HR McMaster – and the two advisers clash with each other, too, a senior Republican said. "There are personality tensions between the president and Tillerson, between the President and McMaster, between McMaster and Tillerson," the Republican, who is in close contact with the President's foreign policy team, told Politico.
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| Amber Alert Issued For Missing Daughters Of Slain Texas Woman Posted: 02 Jan 2018 12:20 AM PST  An Amber Alert was issued on Sunday for the two missing daughters of a woman who found dead in her Texas home over the weekend.
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| Creative people build mini-island to dodge NYE alcohol ban Posted: 02 Jan 2018 05:45 AM PST  When it comes to New Year's Eve, people are more than happy to get creative if it means their party plans can go unhindered. On Sunday, a photo shared by David Saunders in the Facebook group Tairua ChitChat! began doing the rounds on social media. SEE ALSO: Lin-Manuel Miranda's tender New Year's message made the holiday a little less horrible It appears to show a group of New Zealanders sat drinking on a tiny island made of sand: New Year's revellers build sandcastle in Coromandel estuary to avoid liquor ban https://t.co/JihZYSEKkr pic.twitter.com/4Xw5HVh3Tm — Stuff.co.nz News (@NZStuff) December 31, 2017 The thing is, public drinking is currently banned in certain areas of Coromandel over the New Year period — and the suggestion is that this group purposefully constructed the mini island in order to get around the law. "It was great to see some Kiwis having a bit of fun," Saunders, who shared the photo, told the BBC. Twitter seemed to share his attitude. Where can I get a visa to visit the island? https://t.co/M8kv4IaUvr — J.MICHAEL (@authorj_michael) January 1, 2018 I guess you could say my goals for 2018 found me https://t.co/pWIfEPzWaW — Will Barrett (@PeoplesElbow77) January 1, 2018 The best bit? Even local law enforcement didn't seem to mind too much. "That's creative thinking," Inspector John Kelly was quoted as saying by the BBC. "If I had known I probably would have joined them." WATCH: Sip, sip, pass—wine with THC is here
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| Cauliflower Mashed Potatoes are simple to make Posted: 02 Jan 2018 07:44 AM PST  Let's say you've resolved to eat healthier in the New Year, but find yourself tripped up over and over again by your unconquerable yen for food that's rich and delicious. And let's also say that one of your favorite dishes is mashed potatoes.
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| Rich People Make Worse Relationship Decisions, Study Says Posted: 02 Jan 2018 09:10 AM PST  A study suggests that working-class people make wiser decisions than their wealthier peers, at least when it comes to their relationships.
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| Israel's Spacecom expands deal for satellite service to Nepal Posted: 02 Jan 2018 04:54 AM PST ![Israel's Spacecom expands deal for satellite service to Nepal]( "Israel's Spacecom expands deal for satellite service to Nepal") TEL AVIV (Reuters) - Israel's Space Communication Ltd, operator of the Amos satellites, said on Tuesday Nepal's Dish Media Network has contracted for more capacity on the Amos-4 satellite starting in the fourth quarter. The additional capacity will increase Spacecom's revenue from Dish Media Network by $16.7 million, bringing total future revenue expected from the customer to $76.9 million. Amos-4 provides services to customers from South Asia to East Africa. Dish Media Network owns fast growing operator, Dishhome, whose network covers all of Nepal. ...
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| In 1969, Nuclear War Almost Broke Out Between Russia and China Posted: 31 Dec 2017 05:52 PM PST  On the minus side, a nuclear strike against China would have earned the Soviets worldwide condemnation. An attack into Manchuria would have also played to China's "People's War" strategy of slowly dissolving invading forces with a combination of Chinese army forces and peasant militias. China's leadership, which had already proven itself bloody minded against its own people, would have had little compunction in sacrificing millions in a war against the Soviets.
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| Trump says U.S. has gotten 'nothing' from Pakistan aid Posted: 01 Jan 2018 12:01 PM PST ![Trump says U.S. has gotten 'nothing' from Pakistan aid]( "Trump says U.S. has gotten 'nothing' from Pakistan aid") By David Shepardson WASHINGTON (Reuters) - U.S. President Donald Trump said on Monday the United States has "foolishly" handed Pakistan more than $33 billion in aid over the last 15 years while getting nothing in return, and pledged to put a stop to it. No more!" Trump wrote on Twitter. "The United States has foolishly given Pakistan more than 33 billion dollars in aid over the last 15 years, and they have given us nothing but lies & deceit, thinking of our leaders as fools." A National Security Council official on Monday said the White House does not plan to send $255 million in aid to Pakistan "at this time" and said "the administration continues to review Pakistan's level of cooperation." In August, the administration had said it was delaying the payment.
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| How to Make Spaghetti Squash Shrimp Scampi Posted: 02 Jan 2018 01:13 PM PST  Spaghetti squash is a favorite ingredient for those seeking a lower-carb, gluten-free alternative to pasta. Tip: cut the squash into rings to preserve the length of the strands.
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| Mom records Animoji of herself coughing uncontrollably and we're screaming Posted: 01 Jan 2018 04:34 AM PST  Parents and technology aren't always a match made in heaven. But, one mother's attempt to use Animoji to send a message to her daughter went hilariously wrong when she succumbed to a coughing fit mid-way through the message. SEE ALSO: Apple has officially jumped on the Animoji karaoke bandwagon Twitter user's @ nmariesinclair video of her mother's disastrous-yet-brilliant Animoji fail went viral, gaining more than 6million views, and almost 370,000 likes. "Y'all. my momma was trynna send my sister an animoji and this is what happened. I died," she wrote on Twitter. ICYMI, the iPhone X allows users to transform their 10 second audio messages into animated emoji, which mimic their facial expressions and head turns. "Hey princess, I'm on my way home, I'm getting the Chick-fil-A, OK?" says the mom just before she starts coughing. The Animoji didn't end there. After the video went viral, the sick mom sent @ nmariesinclair an Animoji message of her own. "You know, Naomi, your mom has bronchitis and you made me go viral," she says, before coughing uncontrollably yet again. Get well soon! WATCH: The most useless gadgets of 2017
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