Trump is doubling down on his strategy that cost the GOP the House
With his threat to shut down the federal government unless he receives funding for his border wall, President Donald Trump is employing a tactic that is unpopular to advance a goal that may be even more unpopular.
Mick Mulvaney in October 2016: Trump would be disqualified from office in an 'ordinary universe'
Incoming White House acting-chief of staff Mick Mulvaney once said Donald Trump's past words and actions would disqualify him from becoming president in an "ordinary universe."
This small-dollar platform helped Democrats win the House. Now Republicans are racing to compete.
ActBlue, the online fundraising platform for liberal candidates and causes, helped drive more than $1.2 billion into federal campaigns in the midterm elections. That money fueled Democratic victories in the House and has left Republicans
'Fresh Prince' star Alfonso Ribeiro sues Fortnite over use of dance his character Carlton popularized
Actor Alfonso Ribeiro is suing to stop two video game developers from selling a dance popularized by his "Fresh Prince of Bel-Air" character.
'Stand your ground' immunity also applies to Florida police, court rules
Florida police officers can justify using deadly force and seek immunity from prosecution through the state's "stand your ground" self-defense law just like anyone else in the state, the Supreme Court of Florida recently ruled.
Mueller releases memo summarizing FBI's interview with Michael Flynn
Special counsel Robert Mueller has released a January 2017 memo detailing the FBI's interview that month with Michael Flynn -- a moment that led to a high-profile criminal case against the former Trump national security adviser.
Japan to have first aircraft carriers since World War II
Japan is poised to put its first aircraft carriers to sea since World War II, refitting its Izumo-class warships to carry US-designed F-35B fighter jets, the government announced Tuesday.
Marcel Hirscher chases Lindsey Vonn World Cup win mark
He's already one of the greatest sportsmen of his generation, but Marcel Hirscher shows no sign of letting up as he chases the record of all-time World Cup wins.
MIT invents method to shrink objects to nanoscale using basic lab equipment
Some say bigger is better, but researchers at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology will tell you that when it comes to tech, smaller things are far more impressive.
Couple who named baby after Hitler jailed for membership of neo-Nazi group
A couple who named their baby after Adolf Hitler and were members of a banned neo-Nazi group in Britain have been jailed for more than 10 years combined.
Daughter signs for deaf dad at rock concert and doesn't miss a beat
Rocking out at a concert, Kari Carberry didn't miss a beat as she signed the lyrics of the songs for her deaf dad in Canada last week.
TSA says it will dial back controversial passenger monitoring program
Questions remain about a controversial program that monitors American travelers who are not on any terror watchlists nor are suspected of terrorism or criminal behavior, despite changes the Transportation Security Administration has made to how it tracks them.
NYT: Education Department poised to rescind Obama-era school discipline policies
The Department of Education is poised to rescind Obama-era policies that sought to ensure minority students are not unfairly disciplined in schools, an effort the Trump administration believes will alleviate school-related violence, The New York Times reported Monday night.
China won't back down in its plan to dominate tech
China's efforts to become a global powerhouse in the technology of the future are under attack. But don't expect it to beat a retreat.
Putin's war on rap unites Russia's hip hop artists
In Russia, a rap war is raging, but it's not between battling MCs. Russian President Vladimir Putin, who has previously commended rappers for bringing societal issues into the limelight and invited a popular artist to perform at his presidential inauguration earlier this year, has said that rap is part of the country's culture and that it is up to the government to manage it.
Cardi B performs 'I Like It' at senior center and gets asked out on a date
Cardi B's appearance on "Carpool Karaoke" might be one of James Corden's best segments yet.
Steve Carell and Robert Zemeckis on why you should see 'Welcome to Marwen'
In "Welcome to Marwen," Steve Carell plays a photographer who funnels the pain of a personal tragedy into art using dolls.
Manchester United fires Jose Mourinho after worst ever Premier League start
Manchester United has fired Jose Mourinho following the club's worst ever Premier League start.
Huawei still has a shot at the world's hottest mobile market
Huawei has been shut out of some major 5G markets because of security concerns. But it may still have a shot in India.
One day before New Year's Eve, Utah will implement the strictest DUI law in the country
People in Utah may think twice about having that extra drink before driving home from their New Year's Eve parties.
