Melania Trump aims RNC speech at erasing memories of 2016
In 2016, first lady Melania Trump rejected at least two drafts of speeches provided by seasoned political speechwriters, opting instead to rely on a woman who worked in New York for the Trump Organization, also an occasional ghostwriter for some of Donald Trump's books. It was a decision that would culminate in a case of plagiarism so egregious it would overshadow her convention appearance and follow her into the White House.
Exxon's exit means there's just one oil company left in the Dow
A shake-up in the Dow Jones Industrial Average shows just how far once mighty oil companies have fallen in the corporate pecking order.
Americans are resorting to frozen PB&J and instant coffee. That's good news for Smucker
As the Covid-19 pandemic has kept more people at home, they're turning to coffee and PB&J sandwiches -- and that hits right in the sweet (and sticky) spot for J.M. Smucker.
The pandemic's financial impact on airlines will be worse than the 9/11 attacks
Covid-19 will impact the US airline industry even more than the terrorist attacks on September 11th. Planes have been grounded and the financial impacts of the pandemic will change the industry and air travel for the foreseeable future.
Laura is now a hurricane and is forecast to strengthen more before hitting the Gulf Coast
After battering western Cuba as a tropical storm, Laura has strengthened into a hurricane in the Gulf Coast and is expected to grow even stronger as it heads toward Texas and Louisiana.
Fortnite will stay blocked on Apple's app store for now. But Epic did win one important court battle
Apple will not have to reinstate Fortnite to its app store, at least for now, a federal judge ruled Monday night in a historic legal battle between the iPhone maker and the producer of one of the world's most popular video games.
Thailand issues new charges against fugitive Red Bull heir
A court in Bangkok has ordered the arrest of the heir to the Red Bull fortune on fresh charges, adding another twist to a scandal that has turned a spotlight on one of Thailand's wealthiest families.
Twelve killed in India building collapse as rescue operation is suspended overnight
The death toll from a five-story apartment building collapse in the Indian state of Maharashtra has risen to 12, as rescue operations to locate the missing were suspended overnight.
American Airlines will lay off 19,000 workers if it doesn't get additional federal help
American Airlines says it will lay off or involuntarily furlough 19,000 employees as of October 1 unless the airline industry gets more help from Congress.
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Astros looking for the home field magic to get them going
The character Dorothy from the movie, “The Wizard of Oz” described what the Houston Astros are thinking.
Democratic groups launch $7.5 million campaign to encourage voting by mail
Two Democratic super PACs are launching a $7.5 million advertising campaign on Monday to encourage voters to request mail-in ballots in several states crucial to their party's hopes of winning the White House and flipping control of the Senate.
Hong Kong man 'first case' documented of getting coronavirus twice, researchers say
A 33-year-old man living in Hong Kong had Covid-19 twice this year, according to preliminary research.
Muslim ICE detainees forced to choose between expired meals or eating pork, advocate groups say
Muslim detainees at a federal immigration facility in Florida have been repeatedly served pork or pork-based products, which goes against their religious beliefs, according to legal and civil rights advocates.
Singer Justin Townes Earle dies at 38
Singer-songwriter Justin Townes Earle has died, according to a Sunday announcement from his representatives. He is the son of country rocker Steve Earle.
California's new normal: How the climate crisis is fueling wildfires and changing life in the Golden State
The orange glow from wildfires in the evening sky is a new way of life in the Golden State.
Confrontation caught on camera outside KU fraternity house raises concerns
A video going viral this weekend shows a Lawrence man as he says he was being harassed and having a drink thrown at his face by KU students.
Annual backpack fundraiser updates school supply list for remote learning
Organizers of an annual backpack giveaway, in the Montbello neighborhood, are filling bags with some different school supplies this year.
KFC suspends its 'finger lickin' good' slogan because of coronavirus
Kentucky Fried Chicken has decided to pause using its "finger lickin' good" slogan because ... well, that's probably not the best idea right now.
Manhattan DA agrees to delay enforcement of subpoena of Trump's tax returns
The Manhattan district attorney's office said Monday that it has agreed not to enforce a subpoena to an accounting firm for President Donald Trump's financial records until after a federal appeals court has ruled on Trump's request for a stay pending appeal of his lawsuit.
Another Penn State fraternity in trouble
Another fraternity at Penn State University is in trouble after a party in violation of what's called "Penn State expectations."
