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Louisiana juveniles are suffering dangerous heat and isolation in an old death row facility
Children in the custody of Louisiana’s Office of Juvenile Justice being held in a former death row building at an adult prison are suffering dangerous heat conditions and routine isolation in their cells that experts say could cause serious and irreversible harm, according to a federal court filing Monday.
The woman who helped kidnap Elizabeth Smart will be released from prison
Elizabeth Smart said Tuesday that the Utah parole board's decision to release one of the people who abducted her was surprising and "incomprehensible."
He couldn't hack it as a drug-sniffing dog. Now he's conservation's best friend
Let's face it: All dogs like to smell poop. But this dog smells something else, too -- opportunity.
As water runs short in California, commission will vote on whether to allow another costly desalinization plant
As California battles a historic drought and a water crisis looms, the state's coastline protection agency is poised to vote Thursday on whether it will allow a $1.4 billion desalinization plant in Huntington Beach that would convert ocean water into municipal water for Orange County residents.
Airline reveals 'Skynest' bunk beds for economy class passengers
For the first time ever, economy class passengers are going to have the option of stretching out for some sleep on actual beds during their flights. Air New Zealand has announced its "Skynest" concept, which features six full-length sleeping pods, will be among the offerings included on its new Boeing 787 Dreamliners, due to enter into service in 2024.
Why gas prices are surging this month
Normally, prices at the gas pump drift lower during the dead of winter as lousy weather keeps Americans off the roads. But something unusual is happening this year: Gas prices are rocketing higher.
Twitter Transfer of Power: Trump Gets @POTUS
Immediately after Donald Trump was sworn in as the 45th president of the United States, he gained another prestigious title: @POTUS
Twitter Tips for Our Tweeter-in-Chief @realdonaldtrump (And the Rest of Us)
We're not going to lie; it happens to all of us when we tweet - the errant punctuation, the embarrassing typo. But Donald Trump is our tweeter-in-chief. He types 140 characters; he sends journalists into a tizzy. The rest of us can only wish we had that kind of impact (or followers). So, here are a few Twitter tips to help PEOTUS polish up his almighty feed (and for him to RT!)
5 Things for Monday, February 13, 2017: Trudeau, Flynn and Missiles
O Canada! A big meeting is taking place at the White House today, but there is plenty that happened over the weekend to talk about first. Here are the 5 things you need to know to Get Up to Speed and Out the Door.
Conway's "Bowling Green Massacre" wasn't one-time slip-up, Cosmo reveals
Kellyanne Conway said she misspoke "one word" on MSNBC's "Hardball" last week. But it turns out that she had mentioned the made-up "Bowling Green massacre" at least once before.
Lawmakers Marvel at Smooth, Measured Trump Speech
President Donald Trump delivered a sweeping prime-time address Tuesday without the hiccups and bombast that have put Republicans on edge for months, ticking through his administration's top priorities without distraction and leaving even some Democrats worried.
Scott Brash wins first leg of Global Champions Tour in Mexico City
Britain's Scott Brash kicked off the opening leg of the Longines Global Champions Tour (LGCT) in style with a win at high altitude in Mexico City.
Facebook tries to stop next crisis after British lawmaker gets internal documents
A British lawmaker who has led investigations into disinformation on the internet was annoyed that Mark Zuckerberg turned down his invitation to appear before parliament this week. He probably has Zuckerberg's attention now.
Americans Looking for Bold Leadership From Biden
As we turn to a new year, the spotlight shines on the new president and the new administration. Even as he assumes center stage in Washington, profound questions still remain about Joe Biden's plans. His initial appointments have been solid, diverse, experienced and capable, drawn overwhelmingly from the established center of the party. He has recognized that the nation faces crises of a scope similar to the Great Depression, calling for bold action.
CNN announces promotions for Jake Tapper, Abby Phillip, Dana Bash and others
Some of the most respected faces of CNN's marathon election coverage are being promoted to more prominent roles, according to a series of announcements made by the network on Monday morning.
Biden tests positive for Covid-19, White House says
President Joe Biden has tested positive for Covid-19 and is experiencing "mild symptoms," White House press secretary Karine Jean-Pierre said Thursday.
Family rifts seem on the rise. Here's why they happen and how to cope
Each week, Sheri McGregor gets hundreds of emails from parents shut out of their children's lives. Every story is different, she said. What the parents have in common is a profound sense of isolation. "They say, 'I thought I was the only one,'" said McGregor, founder of a website for estranged parents who lives in the foothills of California's Sierra Nevada mountains. "A lot of these people have been suffering alone for years. ... You feel like you're the only one, so you don't tell other people."
Poetry is experiencing a new golden age, with young writers of color taking the lead
There was a time, not too long ago, when many people could only name one, maybe two, poets -- often a long-dead White man named William Shakespeare, Robert Frost or Walt Whitman.
One Week. 52 Senators. Can Mitch McConnell Get It Done?
Within hours of the Senate majority leader unveiling a long-anticipated health care bill on Thursday, four of his Republican colleagues were quick to put a damper on things: "We are not ready to vote for this bill," the group said in a joint statement.
Prosecutors say man went to Obama’s DC neighborhood after Trump posted what he claimed was the Obamas’ address
A man arrested last week with weapons in former President Barack Obama’s Washington, DC, neighborhood began live-streaming in the area shortly after resharing a social media post from Donald Trump in which the former president posted what he claimed was Obama’s address, according to federal prosecutors.
