Even Adele couldn't stop decline in album sales in 2015
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) — Even though Adele broke records for album sales with "25," she couldn't stop overall record sales from continuing to decline in 2015 as consumers keep switching to on-demand streaming services.Associated Press
Credit Cards Now Offer 0% Intro APR Through 2017
Credit
card companies are now offering 0% intro APR for 21 months for all
purchases and balance transfers or 40k bonus miles ($400 bonus) and 2x
miles
The Latest: Boy and father die after hostage standoff
ATLANTA
(AP) — The latest on a man with gun who held a 2-year-old boy hostage
in a standoff with police in the Atlanta suburbs on Wednesday (all times
local):
Associated Press
'Star Wars' passes 'Avatar' for North America box office record
Los
Angeles (AFP) - "Star Wars: The Force Awakens" soared past "Avatar" on
Wednesday to become the top-grossing movie of all time in North America,
riding on hype, nostalgia and an inventive script. "This afternoon,
with early box office results in, 'Star Wars: The Force Awakens' became
the…
AFP
Powerful El Nino storm hits California (29 photos)
The
first major El Nino storm of the season has battered southern
California, bringing heavy rain to the drought-stricken region and
causing flooding and mudslides in some areas. The National Weather
Service said 1.42 inches (3.6 cm) of rain fell at the Los Angeles
airport, breaking the old record…
Yahoo News
Saudi embassy attack may backfire on Iran hardliners
The
arson attack on Saudi Arabia's embassy in Tehran that prompted Riyadh
to cut diplomatic ties with Iran was initially seen as a victory for
hardline opponents of President Hassan Rouhani. Although similar
episodes have occurred in the past -- Britain's embassy was stormed in
2011 for example --…
AFP
Millionaire Makes $1.895 Million Bet to Public
His
formula is based on 15-years' back-tested data that displays an "X"
pattern. "You will, with 100% certainty, only buy stocks that are going
up."
Joe Biden on 2016 decision: 'I regret it every day'
WASHINGTON (AP) — You can take Joe Biden out of the presidential campaign, but you can't take the campaign out of Joe Biden.
Associated Press
Floppy disks of Star Trek creator Gene Roddenberry finally yield data
Lost
data -- no, not the Star Trek character Data -- has been found on
floppy disks that belonged to Gene Roddenberry. Does this mean new
adventures that take place in the final frontier?
CNET
Wife Says Stoppage Time Has Run Out For Soccer Enthusiast
DEAR
ABBY: My husband, an avid soccer player, injured himself twice last
year, which left him unable to work for months at a time. He refuses to
hang up his cleats because he says it's his "one true passion." I think
he's being selfish because his soccer injuries have caused a financial,
emotional…
Dear Abby
UK says South China Sea air freedoms 'non-negotiable'
British
Foreign Secretary Philip Hammond said Thursday on a visit to the
Philippines that any attempt to restrict air and sea travel in the
disputed South China Sea would be viewed as a "red flag". China said it
landed three planes over Fiery Cross Reef in recent days, prompting
protests from rival…
AFP
A New Fuel Is at War with Big Oil - & It's Winning
This
fuel is so revolutionary, it's poised to decimate Big Oil's obscene
profits, make OPEC obsolete, & hand the U.S. 100% energy
independence...
Recording: Woman lay in parking lot 18 minutes, later died
TALLAHASSEE,
Fla. (AP) — A woman who collapsed and later died after being forcibly
removed from a Florida hospital lay in the parking lot beside a police
officer's car for nearly 18 minutes before a doctor readmitted her,
according to police dash-cam audio and video released on Wednesday.
Associated Press
Sister of boy mauled by her dogs says "my heart just died"
MARYSVILLE,
Calif. (AP) — The sister of a 9-year-old boy who was mauled to death by
her pit bulls inside her trailer said Wednesday she will never forgive
herself and that she has signed papers giving authorities permission to
put the three dogs down.
Associated Press
New 'Star Wars' film shatters North American box office record
(Reuters)
- Blockbuster movie "Star Wars: The Force Awakens" has become the
highest grossing film of all time in the United States and Canada, Walt
Disney Co said, and crossed the $800 million mark at overseas box
offices on Tuesday. Earlier on Wednesday, Disney said that domestic
ticket sales for…
Reuters
First day at nursery for Britain's Prince George
Britain's
Prince George had his first day at nursery on Wednesday, prompting his
proud mother Kate to take his photograph as she and Prince William
dropped him off. The two pictures, released by royal officials, show the
two-year-old prince in a navy blue quilted coat and with a sky blue
rucksack…
AFP
Ever Googled Someone? Do A "Deep Search" Instead
Entering
a Name and State on this site could reveal info you thought wasn't
available. Have you searched yourself or someone you know yet?
32nd Harbin International Ice and Snow Festival (35 photos)
The
2016 Harbin International Ice and Snow Festival kicked off in China's
northeastern Heilongjiang province with large and intricate snow and ice
sculptures on display.
This year's festival is themed "Pearl on the Crown of Ice and Snow".
The event draws visitors from all over China as well as…
Yahoo News
Woman at the Center of Texas Doctors Love Triangle Murder-for-Hire Case Speaks for First Time
The
woman at the center of a love triangle murder-for-hire case involving
two Texas doctors that left one dead and the other behind bars is
speaking out for the first time. Richelle Shetina, 53, was dating
pathologist Dr. Joseph Sonnier in 2012 when he was shot and stabbed to
death in his Lubbock,…
ABC News
Rare Killer Whale Dies After Becoming Entangled in Fishing Gear
Scottish
bird photographer John Bowler received an unwelcome text on Sunday from
a farmer who had stumbled on a killer whale that had washed up on the
coast of Scotland’s Isle of Tiree. The 20-foot killer whale was
identified as Lulu, a member of the rare resident population of orcas
that live off…
TakePart.com
Juanita Broaddrick Speaks Out, Resurrecting Rape Allegations Against Bill Clinton
An old accusation revived.
Mic
Banks Are Worried Homeowners Will Do This.
Homeowners are surprised and furious. If you owe less than $625,000 on your home, you better read this.
US raids on illegal migrants alarm Central American nations
Central
American nations Wednesday received some of the first groups of their
citizens deported under tough new raids in the United States against
illegal immigrants carried out by President Barack Obama's
administration. In Guatemala, four mothers and 10 children aged two to
17 sent back walked…
AFP
California teacher's aide charged with assaulting boy, 9
Police
said Kamaljot Kaur, 26, of Antioch, was arrested after they interviewed
witnesses and watched the cell phone video. The video, which was posted
online, shows two men holding the child by his arms and legs as a woman
hits him on the head.
Reuters
Border quiet as China weighs N. Korea nuke test response
DANDONG,
China (AP) — Trucks rumbled across the Chinese-North Korean border
Thursday in a sign that trade was continuing despite Beijing's anger
over the North's avowed hydrogen bomb test, which could spark economic
retaliation and further estrangement between the once-close communist
allies.
Associated Press
'Star Wars' Becomes Highest Grossing Domestic Movie Ever
After
only 20 days in theaters, 'Star Wars: The Force Awakens' has become the
highest grossing North American film of all time, unseating previous
champ "Avatar," but the global record is still far, far away
ABC News
Navy Seal Flashlight Should Be Banned From Public?
The
Military has recently released technology that is now available to the
public. Get yours before they run out - limited supply!
Why the mother of Tamir Rice feels snubbed by LeBron James
Samaria
Rice, the mother of Tamir Rice, has criticized Cleveland Cavaliers’ NBA
star LeBron James for not making a public show of support for her son
who was fatally shot after reaching for his pellet gun, which police
believed to be real. Cleveland Officer Timothy Loehmann shot Tamir in
November…
Christian Science Monitor
Family of child found in LOVE Park may lose donated home
Some
of the donors who came to the aid of a homeless family after their
2-year-old son was found wandering in LOVE Park last fall are regretting
their actions.
WABC – NY
Here’s what the world’s first Model X owners think of Tesla’s SUV
Tesla's
brand new Model X began shipping to early buyers late last year, with
only 208 units having been delivered through the end of 2015. The Model X
is easily one of the most hotly anticipated SUVs of the last decade and
it's the second model created by America's most hyped automaker. Tesla…
BGR News
Diet to lower the risk of Alzheimer's disease also ranked No. 1 easiest to follow in 2016
A
diet created to combat Alzheimer's by a team of US researchers has also
been ranked as the easiest diet to follow and the second-best diet for
healthy eating for 2016 by US News & World Report. Short for
Mediterranean-DASH Diet Intervention for Neurodegenerative Delay, the
MIND diet is a…
AFP Relax News
1 Stupid Reason Behind Slow Computers
Do not buy a new PC or call a repair company, until you've read this strange story that could fix your computer in minutes..
One Map Shows Who Really Deserves to Be Angry in Oregon
Let's learn some history.
Mic
Texas cop charged with lying in jailhouse death case
A
Texas state trooper involved in a controversial arrest of a black woman
who was found dead in her jail cell was indicted on perjury charges, US
prosecutors said Wednesday. A dashcam video captured trooper Brian
Encinia, who is white, holding a stun gun and shouting "I will light you
up!" after…
AFP
U.S. judge blocks Trump testimony in trademark spat
By
Nate Raymond NEW YORK (Reuters) - Donald Trump can stay on the campaign
trail and will not have to testify in a trademark dispute with an
Internet marketing company, which a U.S. judge on Wednesday said was
trying to "harass" the Republican presidential candidate. The marketing
firm, Trump Your…
Reuters
Dem: CIA Director Petraeus again debunks Benghazi theories
WASHINGTON
(AP) — Former CIA Director David Petraeus's testimony to the House
Benghazi committee Wednesday was consistent with what he told
congressional investigators more than two years ago when he debunked
several conspiracy theories about the deadly attacks, according to a
committee Democrat.
Associated Press
Did You Know Every New Car Has a Secret Price?
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the market for a new car? Don't pay MSRP. Save yourself both time and
money. Find a great low price for your new car before you buy.
How the US Could Respond to North Korea's Nuclear Test
North
Korea’s claim today that it successfully tested a hydrogen bomb has
shifted U.S. policy toward the “Hermit Kingdom” back into the limelight.
While it could take days or even weeks to confirm the truth behind
North Korea’s announcement -- the White House claims initial evidence
does not…
ABC News
Father of missing pregnant Bronx woman charged with murder after body ID'd
Police
found the body of 39-year-old Anndrea Caruth in a crawl space within
the basement apartment of her Baychester home around 5 a.m. Wednesday.
WABC – NY
WWE finds new tag-team team partner in USA for 'Smackdown'
WWE's "SmackDown" is trading the Cylons and ghost hunters of Syfy for a new tag-team partner, the USA Network.
Associated Press
Palestinians call for Greek action on Israel plane 'apartheid'
The
Palestinian leadership on Wednesday demanded the Greek government act
after two Arab passengers were expelled from an Israel-bound flight,
saying the decision to remove the pair was "reminiscent" of apartheid.
Two Arab passengers with Israeli documents were forced off an Aegean
Airlines flight…
AFP
Weekly Winnings “Forever”
$5,000.00 A Week, Every Week, “Forever.” And someone definitely will win it on 2/26.
Florida woman died after hospital thought she was faking: lawyers
A
Florida woman who collapsed and later died after being arrested for
refusing to leave a rural hospital emergency room may have lived if
medical staff and police had not assumed she was faking illness, her
lawyers said on Wednesday. Barbara Dawson, 57, complained of abdominal
pains at Calhoun…
Reuters
Tesla rises above Chevy's diss, 'hopes' to see Bolt on the road
GM
CEO Mary Barra threw some shade at Elon Musk and Tesla during her CES
keynote today. Oh, and then there's the fact that stodgy old General
Motors beat Tesla to (the announcement of) the mass-produced,
longer-range, affordable electric car. A confident Mary Barra did all
that in 20 minutes today,…
The Verge
Extremist Group Calls for Oregon Militants to Be “Willing to Die”
"If a dozen men die in a shootout, that is one thing, but if children die, there will be a civil war."
Mic
China again lands planes on disputed island in South China Sea: Xinhua
China
on Wednesday landed two test flights on an island it has built in the
South China Sea, four days after it angered Vietnam with a landing on
the same runway in the disputed territory, the Xinhua state news agency
said. The two flights are likely to spark further condemnation from
Vietnam,…
Reuters
Forget The iPhone 6. Next Apple Sensation Revealed
Apple's next big thing might not be what you expect, but there could be a unique way for you to profit from it.
Study: Star clusters might host intelligent civilizations
KISSIMMEE,
Fla. (AP) — Densely packed clusters of stars on the fringes of our
Milky Way galaxy may be home to intelligent life. That's the word from
an astrophysicist who's new to probing extraterrestrial territory.
Associated Press
Dog explores abandoned buildings (15 photos)
Talk
about a pass-pawt! Meet Claire, the 3-year-old bull terrier who travels
the world with Dutch photographer Alice van Kempen, 48, and poses for
photographs in abandoned buildings. Van Kempen seeks out abandoned
places to photograph in pursuit of her passion for urban exploring,
bringing along…
Yahoo News
Alleged top Mexican cartel member pleads guilty in Atlanta
ATLANTA
(AP) — A former Texas high school football player whom authorities say
rose from petty street dealer to the top ranks of a Mexican drug cartel
was responsible for sending truckloads of cocaine across the border for
distribution in the eastern U.S., prosecutors said.
Associated Press
Chinese stock markets closed after shares slump 7%
China
stock markets closed for the day less than half an hour after opening
Thursday when shares fell more than seven percent, triggering an
automatic "circuit breaker", after authorities lowered the yuan's value
by the most since August. The benchmark Shanghai Composite Index closed
down 7.04…
AFP27 mins ago
How Older Men Tighten Their Skin
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Strongest El Nino Storm So Far This Winter Hits California
The
most powerful El Nino storm so far this winter pushed into California
on Wednesday, packing strong thunderstorms and stirring pounding surf
with waves topping 10 feet
ABC News
North Korea detonated a nuclear bomb last night
While
we were winding down last night after a long day covering CES 2016 and
the rest of the country was finishing up its day as well, North Korea
was detonating a nuclear bomb. At 10:00 a.m. local time in the Eastern
country, a Kim Jong Un ordered test of what the country claims to have
been a…
BGR News
Sandy Hook Truther Fired From Faculty Position at Florida Atlantic University
There's no rest for the wicked, but there is a pink slip.
Mic
Parents upset over new state hoverboard law
California's new law on hoverboard use is causing frustration for some parents who think it's too soon.
WPVI – Philadelphia
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