Tillerson Visits Russia As Tensions Over Syria Flare
What a difference three months makes. Secretary of State Rex Tillerson -- a one-time recipient of the Russian Order of Friendship from Russian President Vladimir Putin whose appointment as top US diplomat was seen as a nod to the Trump administration's pro-Russian inclinations -- arrives Tuesday in Moscow amid seething tensions over the ongoing conflict in Syria.
Bill Cosby's 'Little Bill' Books Targeted for Censorship, Library Group Says
Embattled comedian Bill Cosby's award-winning children's books series has landed on the American Library Association's list of top 10 books targeted for removal from school libraries.
11-year-old Kills Himself After Texting Prank
An 11-year-old boy who died last week of injuries suffered in a March suicide attempt will be laid to rest Tuesday.
Alabama Gov. Robert Bentley Resigns
Alabama Gov. Robert Bentley resigned Monday in the face of impeachment hearings over accusations he tapped state resources to facilitate and hide an alleged extramarital affair with a former aide.
Student One of 3 Dead in San Bernardino School Shooting
A Southern California man fatally shot his estranged wife inside an elementary school classroom attended by special needs children before killing himself on Monday, San Bernardino Police Chief Jarrod Burguan said.
5 Things for Tuesday, April 10: Alabama Governor, California School Shooting, United Airlines
Here's what you need to know to Get Up to Speed and Out the Door.
Pharrell Williams Becomes Chanel’s First Male Handbag Model
Music producer Pharrell Williams is set to be Chanel’s first ever male handbag model. The campaign will launch April 3rd and features Pharrell inside a concert hall carrying a crocodile version of the new Gabrielle bag, inspired by virtual reality goggles, Metro UK reports.
Smart Move? Jay Z Pulls All Music From Spotify
Jay Z, the co-owner of streaming music site Tidal, has made the inevitable move of taking his music off of rival service Spotify, reports Billboard.
Cosby Books On Library List For ‘Most Challenged’ Works
A celebrity once beloved among young people now finds himself on a list of books parents and other community members most wish to see removed from libraries: Bill Cosby.
Trump on pace to surpass 8 years of Obama's travel spending in 1 year
Donald Trump's travel to his private club in Florida has cost over an estimated $20 million in his first 80 days as president, putting the president on pace in his first year of office to surpass former President Barack Obama's spending on travel for his entire eight years.
Wells Fargo Claws Back $75 Million From Former CEO And Top Exec
The actions announced on Monday were the result of a massive, six-month investigation by Wells Fargo's independent directors into the culture that led to the creation of as many as 2 million fake accounts and firing of 5,300 employees.
Kylie Jenner gets her own spin-off show
In case you haven't grown tired of keeping up with the Kardashians, they're about to get more airtime. The youngest of the Kardashian-Jenner family, Kylie Jenner, has landed her own E! spin-off series.
Delta's Meltdown: What Went Wrong
After years of profitability and reliable service, Delta Air Lines struggled mightily last week with two basic functions of its business -- flying airplanes and accommodating passengers.
Passenger Dragged Off Overbooked United Flight
Several passengers on United flight 3411 from Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Louisville, Kentucky, captured video as a man was dragged off the plane by authorities after he apparently refused to leave.
Beyond the Rhetoric: Ghana and South Korea – A Tale of Two Nations
In 1957, Ghana was the richest nation in sub-Saharan Africa with a per capita income of $490. That was nearly the same as South Korea which had a per capita income of $491. By the early 1980’s Ghana’s per capita income had been reduced to $400 while South Korea’s per capita income had grown to a whopping $2,000. By 1990 South Korea’s per capita income was ten times larger than Ghana - $4,832 versus $481.
Ed Gillespie Retreats From Big-money Past in Trump Era
Ed Gillespie has embraced much of the pedigree that makes him a political heavyweight: a praised chair of the Republican National Committee; a senior adviser to George W. Bush during the waning days of his presidency; and today, the prohibitive favorite to serve as the Republican nominee for Governor of Virginia.
Democrats Target Black Voters as Money Pours Into Georgia House Race
Democrats are trying to make sure African-American voters don't sit out a closely watched special election by casting the Georgia House race as an opportunity to rebuke President Donald Trump.
Texas Band: Why musicians are getting more political in Trump era
Musicians seem to be getting more political in the age of President Donald Trump, as artists are turning to their social media platforms and their lyrics to express their political views.
US Marshals Providing Rare Security for Secretary DeVos
An unusual security arrangement for Education Secretary Betsy DeVos is costing taxpayers upwards of $1 million per month.
Police: 2 Dead in Shooting at San Bernardino's North Park Elementary
Two adults are dead in a shooting Monday in a classroom at San Bernardino's North Park Elementary School in what is believed to be murder-suicide, San Bernardino, California, Police Chief Jarrod Burguan tweeted.
