Trump’s AG pick to steer through Dem, GOP queries at hearing
President Donald Trump's attorney general nominee will have to navigate his confirmation hearing skillfully, emphasizing his support for Trump's policies while assuring Democrats he will act independently and won't interfere with the special counsel's Russia investigation8 years ago
This viral post of an egg just took the #1 spot on Instagram
Gathering more than 28 million likes in just 10 days, this simple picture of an egg has become the most liked picture on Instagram.18 years ago
Suspect in Wisconsin killings, kidnapping due in court
A man suspected of kidnapping a Wisconsin teenager and killing her parents is expected to be formally charged Monday, and the charging documents could shed light on what investigators believe the young man knew about his victims, his motives and tactics.8 years ago
Congress to face same question: When will shutdown end?
Congress returns to Washington for its first full week of legislative business since control of the House reverted to Democrats, but lawmakers will be confronted with the same lingering question: When will the partial government shutdown end?8 years ago
Wisconsin girl missing since parents’ October deaths found
A Wisconsin teenager missing for nearly three months after her parents were killed in the family home was found alive barely an hour's drive away, by a woman who stumbled across the 13-year-old girl and pounded on her neighbors' door shouting: "This is Jayme Closs! Call 911!"8 years ago
Scientists seek ways to finally take a real measure of pain
At just about every doctor's visit you'll get your temperature, heart rate and blood pressure measured. But there's no stethoscope for pain. Patients must convey how bad it is using that 10-point scale or emoji-style charts that show faces turning from smiles to frowns.8 years ago
Trump’s border visit comes as shutdown talks fall apart
During his stop Thursday in McAllen, Texas, Trump will visit a border patrol station for a roundtable on immigration and border security and will get a security briefing on the border.8 years ago
Trump pleads on TV for wall money; Dems say he stokes ‘fear’
Speaking to the nation from the Oval Office for the first time, Trump argued Tuesday night that the wall was needed to resolve a security and humanitarian "crisis," blaming illegal immigration for what he said was a scourge of drugs and violence in the U.S.8 years ago
AP source: Rosenstein expected to leave Justice in weeks
Deputy Attorney General Rod Rosenstein, who appointed special counsel Robert Mueller and remains his most visible Justice Department protector, is expected to leave his position soon after William Barr is confirmed as attorney general, a person familiar with the plans said Wednesday.8 years ago
Utah Rep. John Curtis honors MPO Shinners on House Floor
"Mr. Speaker, my heart aches every time an officer is killed in the line of duty but this one is personal. When Joe Shinners made the decision to work for Provo PD, I was his mayor. In a real way, I feel a burden for his training, his work at Provo and his safety. I am deeply saddened by this terrible news." Said Utah Rep. John Curtis8 years ago
Kim Jong Un travels to China ahead of possible 2nd US summit
North Korean leader Kim Jong Un was expected to meet Tuesday with China's president at the start of a visit to Beijing believed to be an effort to coordinate with his only major ally ahead of a possible second summit with U.S. President Donald Trump.8 years ago
Air travelers start to feel effects of government shutdown
The government shutdown, now entering its 18th day, saw long lines at airport checkpoints, apparently caused by a rising number of security officers calling in sick while they are not getting paid. Safety inspectors aren't even on the job.8 years ago
Orange Crush: Clemson topples No. 1 ‘Bama for national title
Dabo Swinney kissed the championship trophy and proclaimed this Clemson team the greatest of all time, and he's got a case.8 years ago
Home items are getting smarter and creepier, like it or not
Internet-connected "smarts" are creeping into cars, refrigerators, thermostats, toys and just about everything else in your home. CES 2019, the gadget show opening Tuesday in Las Vegas, will showcase many of these products, including an oven that coordinates your recipes and a toilet that flushes with a voice command.8 years ago
Ginsburg missing Supreme Court arguments for 1st time
Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg is missing arguments for the first time in more than 25 years as she recuperates from cancer surgery last month, the Supreme Court said.8 years ago
Mamma Mia! ‘Rhapsody’ upsets ‘Star Is Born’ at Globes
Thunderbolts and lightning rocked the 76th Golden Globes where a string of upsets culminated with the Freddie Mercury biopic "Bohemian Rhapsody" winning best picture, drama, over another movie about musicians: Bradley Cooper's much more heavily favored "A Star Is Born."8 years ago
US employers added a stellar 312,000 jobs in December
U.S. employers dramatically stepped up their hiring in December, adding 312,000 jobs in an encouraging display of strength for an economy in the midst of a trade war, slowing global growth and a partial shutdown of the federal government.8 years ago
China lands spacecraft on ‘dark’ side of moon in world first
China's burgeoning space program achieved a first on Thursday: a landing on the so-called dark side of the moon that brings the country closer to its goal of becoming a space power.8 years ago
The Church of Jesus Christ announces four new missions
The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints announced new missions in Guatemala, Peru, the Philippines and the Democratic Republic of the Congo.8 years ago
Washington bans anyone under 21 from buying assault rifles
Washington on Tuesday joined a handful of other states that ban anyone under 21 from buying a semi-automatic assault rifle after voters passed a sweeping firearms measure in November that has drawn a court challenge from gun-rights advocates.8 years ago
Mascot mayhem during the Sugar Bowl
An age-old internet question was almost settled Tuesday during the Sugar Bowl in New Orleans: If two mascots got in a fight, who would win?8 years ago
Lion kills worker after escaping locked area
Alexandra Black, 22, of New Palestine, Indiana, was killed Sunday after being attacked by the lion in an enclosure that was being cleaned at the Conservators Center she was working at in North Carolina.8 years ago
Elizabeth Warren makes big move toward 2020 presidential run
Sen. Elizabeth Warren took the first major step toward launching a campaign for the 2020 presidential election on Monday, hoping her reputation as a populist fighter can help her navigate a packed Democratic field.8 years ago
