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5 Things for Friday, March 31: Russia, Atlanta, Assad, Settlements
Welcome to the weekend, when the days of shopping tax-free on Amazon comes to an end. (But you have more space on Twitter to vent about it). Here's what you need to know to Get Up to Speed and Out the Door.
What Do You Call a Beyonce Statue Made of Cheese? Brie-Once, Obvi
Joining the ranks of iconic works of art such as the Mona Lisa and The Creation of Adam is a new masterpiece simply known as Brie-Oncé.
Greatest Rise in Heroin Use Was Among White People, Study Says
The numbers are startling -- in 2015, 52,404 people died from drug overdoses according to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Sixty-three percent of those deaths involved an opioid.
Oscars Keeping Accounting Firm Despite Best Picture Snafu
The board of governors for the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences has voted to retain the services of accounting firm PricewaterhouseCoopers, despite the best picture mix up at the Oscars in February.
Trump, Ryan Go Public with Fight Against Freedom Caucus
President Donald Trump has gone public with his war against the House Freedom Caucus, pushing into full view growing frustration shared by House Speaker Paul Ryan less than a week after the GOP health care bill crashed amid feuding between rival Republican factions.
NTSB Investigates Texas Church Bus Accident That Left 13 Dead
National Transportation Safety Board investigators are trying to determine what caused a tragic accident that claimed the lives of 13 senior citizens after their church minibus collided with a pickup truck in the Texas Hill Country.
5 Things for Thursday, March 30: Bathroom, Travel Ban, Brexit
Here's what you need to know to Get Up to Speed and Out the Door.
'13 Reasons Why' finds binge-worthy soap in teen's suicide
Adapted from a 2007 young-adult novel, and counting writer-director Tom McCarthy ("Spotlight") and Selena Gomez among its creative team, the series oscillates between the recent past and present, gradually puttying in the circumstances surrounding Hannah (Katherine Langford), who, a la "The Lovely Bones," essentially narrates her own tragic tale.
FDA Approves First Treatment For Severe Type Of Multiple Sclerosis
The US Food and Drug Administration approved on Tuesday the first treatment for a rare form of multiple sclerosis, a debilitating disorder in which the body's own immune system attacks the brain and spinal cord.
Will Congress Finally Vote On ISIS War?
The Trump administration's deployment of additional US troops to Iraq and Syria -- and the prospect of increased operations in Yemen and elsewhere in the Middle East -- will ramp up pressure on Congress to formally authorize the war against ISIS, according to lawmakers pushing for action on Capitol Hill.
Trump, Christie Promise To Combat Opioid Abuse During WH Session
Christie, an early backer of Trump's campaign, led the President's transition team before running afoul of Trump's inner circle and being replaced by Vice President Mike Pence. The New Jersey governor and former 2016 campaign rival has been an outspoken leader on opioid deaths, which have skyrocketed by 214% since 2010 in the Garden State, according to the New Jersey attorney general.
McCain Threatens Shut Down If Continuing Resolution Is On The Table
The Arizona Republican told CNN he wouldn't vote for a continuing resolution, a funding bill that maintains the previous spending levels. When asked how far he would go, McCain said he only had one vote, but that he wouldn't rule out a shutdown.
H-1B Visa Applications Open Up Next Week
It's busy season for immigration lawyers. On April 3, people can start submitting H-1B visa petitions for the new fiscal year.
Trump Says NYT 'Failing' -- But Stock Up 30% Since Election
Trump loves to claim that the publisher is "failing," but that idea needs to be fact checked, because shares of New York Times Co. are up 30% since he was elected president. If that's a failure, what's his definition of success?
Will Congress Celebrate Trump's 100th Day In Office With A Government Shutdown?
Saturday, April 29, will mark President Trump's 100th day in office. But will it also mark Day 1 of a government shutdown?
Fed Official: U.S. Economy Finally Back To Normal
Congratulations, America. The economy is finally back to normal.
A First For SpaceX: Sending A Used Rocket Into Space
The private space exploration company -- headed by Tesla CEO Elon Musk -- plans to launch another mission to space on Thursday at 6 pm ET out of Cape Canaveral in Florida. But this mission has the potential to be historic. That's because this is the first time SpaceX will reuse a rocket that has already traveled to space and then returned safely to Earth.
Proposed Budget Cuts for 2017 Include AIDS, AmeriCorps Programs
The Trump administration has given Congress a lengthy list of ways to cut $18 billion from the federal budget this year in an effort to offset its request for additional defense spending.
Imad's Syrian Kitchen: Bringing the Tastes of Damascus to London
As a Syrian refugee living in the UK, Imad Alarnab has faced many hardships. But even in the most difficult of times, one thing never faded: his love of Syrian cuisine.
John Legend Surprises London Commuters With Mini-concert
Commuters at London's St. Pancras Station were more than just "Ordinary People" Wednesday morning.
Storm Chasers Killed in Crash While Tracking Tornado
The three storm chasers pursued the raging tornadoes for years. When others fled, they drove closer to the spinning winds.
Kingston: No Difference Between Making Fun of Trump's Hair and Waters' Hair
A former adviser to President Donald Trump's campaign, referring to the controversy over Bill O'Reilly's remarks about Rep. Maxine Waters, said Wednesday there was a partisan double standard when it comes to making fun of someone's hair.
DREAMer To Be Released After 6 Weeks in ICE Custody
Daniel Ramirez Medina, whose immigration case drew widespread attention, will be released Wednesday, said his legal team.
Could Kidnapping Law Work in Tennessee Teacher's Favor?
Tennessee's kidnapping law is a little ... well, toothless when it comes to youngsters the age of Elizabeth Thomas, the 15-year-old allegedly abducted by her former teacher, according to the prosecutor in the case.
Hard-fought Victory': Flint Seals Deal to Replace 18,000 Home Water Lines
Flint is getting the money it wants to replace pipes that contributed to its water crisis, but it's not enough to persuade Vicky Jones to stay in the eastern Michigan city.
5 Things for Wednesday, March 28: Brexit, Climate Change, Mosul
Here's what you need to know to Get Up to Speed and Out the Door.
Is the New 'Spider-Man' Trailer Webbed with Spoilers?
The newest "Spider-Man: Homecoming" trailer is spinning controversy. The sneak peek features Tom Holland as the new Peter Parker, alongside Robert Downey Jr., who is reprising his role as Iron Man. It also gives viewers a glimpse at Michael Keaton as the evil Vulture.
'Fresh Prince of Bel-Air' Cast Poses for Photo, Stoking Fans' Reunion Hopes
Now this is a story all about how the stars of "The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air" thrilled fans with a single photo. Tatyana M. Ali, Alfonso Ribeiro, Karyn Parsons, Will Smith, Daphne Maxwell Reid and Joseph Marcell appear in a picture that was posted Monday night to Ribeiro's Instagram account.
Lupus: What You Need to Know
It's a centuries old disorder that wasn't recognized as worthy of research funding until 2005. Its mark on the body is often invisible. Yet millions around the world suffer from it.
'Undocumented Immigrants Pay Taxes Too,' DREAMer's Post Goes Viral
As someone who's often spoken out for the so-called "dreamers," Belen Sisa is used to the ugly epithets that's hurled her way. But that still didn't prepare her for the bile that followed when she posted a photo of her holding up her tax returns and a message for President Trump.
7-year-old Boy Gives His Wii to Grieving Cops to 'make them feel better'
Most kids struggle when they're asked to share their toys. Not 7-year-old Brady Duke.
'DWTS': First Couple Eliminated Is...
The first celeb booted from "Dancing With the Stars" was criticized for being "so stiff." Unfortunately Chris Kattan can't help that because of a crippling injury in his past.
Ford to Invest $1.2 Billion in Michigan Plants
Ford said Tuesday it is investing $1.2 billion in three Michigan facilities.
How Congress Could Kill Obamacare After All
President Trump and House Speaker Paul Ryan say that Obamacare is on the verge of collapse.
Trump Move to Roll Back Climate Rules Won't Bring Back Coal or Mining Jobs
Donald Trump will take aim Tuesday at one of President Obama's signature efforts on climate change: rules designed to make power plants cleaner.
Trump Tries to Make Good On Promises to Roll Back Obama-era Regulations
President Donald Trump, looking to make good on his campaign promise to roll back federal regulations, will sign four measures Monday that halt rules enacted during the final days of Barack Obama's presidency.
Russian Banker Who Met with Jared Kushner Has Ties to Putin
The Russian bank chairman who met with Jared Kushner in December isn't your ordinary banker.
From Yemen to Mosul, Trump's Rocky Start in the Middle East
US President Donald Trump has vowed to wipe Islamist terrorism "from the face of the Earth" and says he wants the US to "start winning wars again" -- but he's gotten off to a rocky start in the Middle East.
Maine Gov. Paul LePage: Letting Obamacare Fail Is As Sensible As Jumping Off a Bridge
Republican Gov. Paul LePage said Tuesday that letting Obamacare fail is as sensible as jumping off of a bridge. Though the Maine governor did not mention Donald Trump by name, the President has repeatedly said that his new plan to replace Obamacare involves first waiting for the law to "explode." LePage was a supporter of Trump's during the presidential campaign.
US Air Force Considers Dumping Undefeated Fighter Jet
A 1980s-era combat jet that has long been hailed as the most successful dog-fighting aircraft in US history may have finally met its match.
Suspect Arrested, Accused of Throwing Bible Into Colorado Mosque
Police arrested a 35-year-old man, suspected of throwing rocks and a Bible at a Colorado mosque.
Michigan to Pay Nearly $100 million in Flint Lawsuit Settlement
The state of Michigan will set aside $97 million for lead or galvanized steel water lines to be replaced in the City of Flint, according to a settlement filed Monday in US District Court.
Three Home Invaders Killed at Oklahoma Residence
Three teens dressed in black and wearing masks and gloves were killed by a resident when they broke into a home, Oklahoma authorities said Monday.
5 Things for Tuesday, March 28: Climate Change, Russia, Flint Water
Here's what you need to know to Get Up to Speed and Out the Door.
Sanders: GOP Shouldn't Go Nuclear Over Gorsuch
Sen. Bernie Sanders called on his chamber's Republican majority on Sunday to keep existing rules allowing for the filibuster on Supreme Court nominations.
Kasich: Trump Needs To Work With Democrats On Health Care
Ohio Gov. John Kasich said Sunday that President Donald Trump likely learned a lesson from his failed attempt to pass the Republican health care bill and called the lack of bipartisan cooperation in Washington "pathetic."
Is Huck Really Dead on 'Scandal?'
Don't bury him just yet Gladiators. The actor who plays Huck on "Scandal" has some words of hope for fans who were upset about last week's cliffhanger episode in which his character was shot multiple times.
NFL Approves Raiders' Move to Las Vegas
NFL owners voted Monday to approve the Raiders' move from Oakland to Las Vegas, the league announced.
The Weirder Side of Obesity: Genetic Forms of Besity Are Rare Yet Numerous
While scientists have been aware of about two dozen genetic conditions that can cause obesity, a new study published Monday in the journal Obesity Reviews finds there are many more.
Grandparents Post Adorable Photos Every Week Eating Burgers
The only thing that rivals Patricia and Fred Burry's love for each other is their love for In-N-Out Burger.