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Putin's holiday message to Trump: Russia 'open to dialogue ... on most extensive agenda' USA TODAY Putin said relations between the U.S.and Russia are the key to "ensuring strategic stability and international security."

ACC commissioner willing to discuss Playoff changes, but sees no momentum for expansion - USA TODAY

ACC commissioner willing to discuss Playoff changes, but sees no momentum for expansion USA TODAY ACC commissioner John Swofford is willing to discuss College Football Playoff changes, but he does not see momentum for expansion at this time.

New Year's Eve 2018: What to expect at Times Square and other major celebrations - USA TODAY

New Year's Eve 2018: What to expect at Times Square and other major celebrations USA TODAY Another 198 million Americans and one billion people around the world will watch the nearly 6-ton sphere descend on TV.

Predictable season ends with predictable national championship game between Alabama, Clemson - USA TODAY

Predictable season ends with predictable national championship game between Alabama, Clemson USA TODAY MIAMI GARDENS, Fla. — When Alabama and Clemson meet in the College Football Playoff Championship it will be to the surprise of no one and as the ...

No exit: America's not only trapped in Trump's legal reality show, we're paying for it - USA TODAY

No exit: America's not only trapped in Trump's legal reality show, we're paying for it USA TODAY The whole country has been dragged into a presidential version of “L.A. Law” or “The Good Wife.” It's all lawyers all the time in the Trump era.

Friday fury: Two blizzards blast Midwest, Southwest; 50 million face flood threat in East - USA TODAY

Friday fury: Two blizzards blast Midwest, Southwest; 50 million face flood threat in East USA TODAY The USA's weather isn't going quietly into the new year, thanks to a pair of blizzards and a widespread flood threat.

Miami hires former defensive coordinator Manny Diaz to replace Mark Richt as head coach - USA TODAY

Miami hires former defensive coordinator Manny Diaz to replace Mark Richt as head coach USA TODAY Manny Diaz, former Miami defensive coordinator and briefly the head coach at Temple, will be the next head coach of the Hurricanes.

Why now is the perfect time to look over your IRAs, 401(k)s and other retirement accounts - USA TODAY

Why now is the perfect time to look over your IRAs, 401(k)s and other retirement accounts USA TODAY It's a good time to make sure you start the new year off on the right foot – especially when it comes to your retirement accounts.

Two-year-old, whose Yemeni mother was initially denied a visa under Trump's travel ban, dies in California hospital - USA TODAY

Two-year-old, whose Yemeni mother was initially denied a visa under Trump's travel ban, dies in California hospital USA TODAY A terminally ill 2-year-old boy, whose Yemeni mother had to sue the State Department to get a visa to join him in a California hospital, died Friday night of a rare ...

Rams own NFC West with NFL's 1st divisional sweep since 2011 - Rams Wire

Rams own NFC West with NFL's 1st divisional sweep since 2011 Rams Wire The NFC West now belongs to the Rams, who swept the division for the first time since 2002.

Stock market is open for full day of trading New Year's Eve, but closed Jan. 1 for New Year's Day - USA TODAY

Stock market is open for full day of trading New Year's Eve, but closed Jan. 1 for New Year's Day USA TODAY The stock market will be open for a full day of trading on New Year's Eve, Monday, Dec. 31, but closed for New Year's Day on Tuesday, Jan. 1.

'Out of this world!': What critics are saying about Lady Gaga's Las Vegas residency debut - USA TODAY

'Out of this world!': What critics are saying about Lady Gaga's Las Vegas residency debut USA TODAY Critics are praising Lady Gaga's Las Vegas residency debut. Here are some highlights of what they thought of "Enigma."

Babies twice normal size have been in the news — how does a baby get so big? Is it safe? - USA TODAY

Babies twice normal size have been in the news — how does a baby get so big? Is it safe? USA TODAY Babies weighing 13, 14 and 15 pounds at birth have been making headlines in recent years, including a Texas newborn who weighed 14 pounds and 13 ...

Recession or bear market in 2019? What could happen with stock market, economy next year - USA TODAY

Recession or bear market in 2019? What could happen with stock market, economy next year USA TODAY The investment story lines for 2019 will be dominated by indicators pointing to a possible recession and the end of the long bull market in stocks.

For Royals, no way to add Bryce Harper - but they've proven their will in the past - USA TODAY

For Royals, no way to add Bryce Harper - but they've proven their will in the past USA TODAY There's not enough cash to make a Bryce Harper-Royals marriage happen. But their run at World Series glory shows the will exists in Kansas City.

On his 43rd birthday, 43 reasons why Tiger Woods will win another major title - USA TODAY

On his 43rd birthday, 43 reasons why Tiger Woods will win another major title USA TODAY In light of Tiger Woods' 43rd birthday, we compiled 43 reasons why you can expect the 14-time major champion to win at least one more major.

So you just got a new 4K TV. Now, what to watch? Here are some suggestions - USA TODAY

So you just got a new 4K TV. Now, what to watch? Here are some suggestions USA TODAY So you got a 4K TV over the holidays. Surely there's something special to watch. right? Here's a rundown of your various sources for 4K *content*.

Acclaimed Israeli writer and peace activist Amos Oz dies at 79 - USA TODAY

Acclaimed Israeli writer and peace activist Amos Oz dies at 79 USA TODAY Amos Oz,, as famous as an Israeli peace activist as he was as a writer of acclaimed novels and memoirs, died Friday at age 79.

Predictable season ends with predictable national championship game between Alabama, Clemson - USA TODAY

Here's the biggest news you missed this weekend - USA TODAY

Here's the biggest news you missed this weekend USA TODAY From Trump's tweets on the deaths of two Guatamalan children to the Alabama-Clemson matchup, here's what to know from this weekend.

Lion escapes locked area at North Carolina center, kills 22-year-old intern - USA TODAY

Lion escapes locked area at North Carolina center, kills 22-year-old intern USA TODAY ANDERSON, N.C. – An animal keeper at a zoological park about 50 miles from the state capital, Raleigh, was killed Sunday when a lion got out of a locked ...

'I know Putin': How a drumbeat of 2018 revelations shadows Trump's presidency - USA TODAY

'I know Putin': How a drumbeat of 2018 revelations shadows Trump's presidency USA TODAY Donald Trump's connections with Russia and efforts to bury damaging information began at early moments of his campaign, continued until his election.

Trump's tweets: Judges in government secrecy cases say they are 'speculation' and not 'pure fact' - USA TODAY

Trump's tweets: Judges in government secrecy cases say they are 'speculation' and not 'pure fact' USA TODAY Judges and Justice Department lawyers have rejected President Donald Trump's tweets as a basis to demand the public release of secret documents.

Call him 'Dwanta': Dwayne Johnson gifts his mom a house for Christmas - USA TODAY

Call him 'Dwanta': Dwayne Johnson gifts his mom a house for Christmas USA TODAY Only The Rock could fit a whole house into an envelope. That's how superstar Dwayne Johnson won Christmas, surprising his mom, Ata, with a new home.

Putin's holiday message to Trump: Russia 'open to dialogue ... on most extensive agenda' - USA TODAY

Here's where bikini-clad Kendall Jenner and other stars are vacationing for the holidays - USA TODAY

Here's where bikini-clad Kendall Jenner and other stars are vacationing for the holidays USA TODAY The year may coming to an end, but leave it to our favorite celebs to sneak in one last vacation before the clock strikes midnight.

New Year's resolutions we'd like to see - USA TODAY

New Year's resolutions we'd like to see USA TODAY For 2019, USA TODAY Editorial Board's wish list begins with Mueller and ends with a suggestion for an FBI agent who did a backflip. Happy New Year!

UFC 232: Jon Jones pounds out Alexander Gustafsson to reclaim light heavyweight title - USA TODAY

UFC 232: Jon Jones pounds out Alexander Gustafsson to reclaim light heavyweight title USA TODAY Jon Jones stopped Alexander Gustafsson in the third round at UFC 232 to win the UFC light heavyweight title for the third time in his career.

32 things we learned heading into the 2018 NFL playoffs - USA TODAY

32 things we learned heading into the 2018 NFL playoffs USA TODAY The matchups are all set, and the postseason picture is now clear. Will the top seeds advance to the Super Bowl or will a sleeper team emerge?

No exit: America's not only trapped in Trump's legal reality show, we're paying for it - USA TODAY

Opinion: How the Chicago Bears' win over Minnesota Vikings might turn out to be their loss - USA TODAY

Opinion: How the Chicago Bears' win over Minnesota Vikings might turn out to be their loss USA TODAY Had the Vikings won, Chicago would have hosted them next weekend. Given what a mess Minnesota has been all season, that was the optimal scenario.

Family sues Universal Orlando Resort over English-only warning signs after man dies at park - USA TODAY

Family sues Universal Orlando Resort over English-only warning signs after man dies at park USA TODAY A Guatemalan family is suing Universal Orlando Resort after Jose Calderon Arana suffered a fatal heart attack two years ago after going on the "Skull Island: ...

On his 43rd birthday, 43 reasons why Tiger Woods will win another major title - USA TODAY

Computer virus hits Tribune Publishing, Los Angeles Times - USA TODAY

Computer virus hits Tribune Publishing, Los Angeles Times USA TODAY A computer virus hit newspaper printing plants in Los Angeles and at Tribune Publishing newspapers across the country.

NFL playoff picture: Eagles, Colts and Ravens clinch, Vikings and Steelers sent packing - USA TODAY

NFL playoff picture: Eagles, Colts and Ravens clinch, Vikings and Steelers sent packing USA TODAY The NFL playoff field crystallized as Week 17 games played out, with Chiefs getting home-field advantage while Steelers and Vikings were sent home.

5 of the most-read USA TODAY stories in 2018 - Watertown Public Opinion

5 of the most-read USA TODAY stories in 2018 Watertown Public Opinion 2018 was a roller coaster year. These are 5 of the most-read USA TODAY stories that stopped you in your tracks this year.

Recession or bear market in 2019? What could happen with stock market, economy next year - USA TODAY

'I don't think he tells the truth': Retired Gen. Stanley McChrystal says Trump is immoral - USA TODAY

'I don't think he tells the truth': Retired Gen. Stanley McChrystal says Trump is immoral USA TODAY Retired four-star Army Gen. Stanley McChrystal sharply criticized President Donald Trump in an interview Sunday, saying he does not think the president is ...

Predictable season ends with predictable national championship game between Alabama, Clemson - USA TODAY

Kevin Spacey breaks silence in bizarre video, faces charge for alleged sexual assault - USA TODAY

Kevin Spacey breaks silence in bizarre video, faces charge for alleged sexual assault USA TODAY Kevin Spacey breaks his silence with criticism of the #MeToo movement in a new video as he faces a felony charge in a sexual assault case.

Just got a new Xbox One S or X? Here's how to set it up right - USA TODAY

Just got a new Xbox One S or X? Here's how to set it up right USA TODAY Well done! You got that new Xbox One and have officially won the holidays. Now comes the real fun part: Getting it set up properly. Whether you bought an Xbox ...

Newspapers report suspected malware attack - CNN

Newspapers report suspected malware attack CNN Staffers at some of America's best-known newspapers are wondering whether their systems were the victim of a foreign cyberattack.

Manhunt underway after California cop killed; authorities say suspect in US illegally - USA TODAY

Manhunt underway after California cop killed; authorities say suspect in US illegally USA TODAY California authorities are searching for a man who killed a small-town police officer and is in the country illegally, according to a county sheriff.

‘Aquaman’ Heading For $200M+; ‘Mary Poppins Returns’ Flying To $100M+; 2018 Domestic B.O. Hits $11.8B Record: Sunday Final - Deadline

‘Aquaman’ Heading For $200M+; ‘Mary Poppins Returns’ Flying To $100M+; 2018 Domestic B.O. Hits $11.8B Record: Sunday Final Deadline 4th Update Sunday 9:35AM final after Sunday 8AM and previous weekend posts w/chart: Warner Bros. is calling the pre-New Year's weekend of Aquaman at ...

Updates: Techs continue to work on CenturyLink, Verizon outages growing across Colorado - Aspen Times

Updates: Techs continue to work on CenturyLink, Verizon outages growing across Colorado Aspen Times Technicians continue to work Friday on widespread internet issues that started Thursday morning and affected much of the country, including Pitkin County and ...

Is China buying U.S. soy? Washington shutdown keeps traders guessing - Reuters

Is China buying U.S. soy? Washington shutdown keeps traders guessing Reuters CHICAGO (Reuters) - Commodity traders are in the dark because of the partial U.S. government shutdown, unable to see daily and weekly reports of agricultural ...

'Enormous' MEGA-TSUNAMIS could DROWN UK and US coasts when Canary Islands volcano erupts - Express.co.uk

'Enormous' MEGA-TSUNAMIS could DROWN UK and US coasts when Canary Islands volcano erupts Express.co.uk ONE of the world's foremost volcanologists has warned that if a very active volcano on the Canary Islands is the next to blow, the coasts of Europe, the UK and ...

Bre Payton dead: US Conservative writer, 26, dies of swine flu and meningitis - Mirror Online

Bre Payton dead: US Conservative writer, 26, dies of swine flu and meningitis Mirror Online Payton, who wrote for online magazine The Federalist, was found unconscious on Thursday by a friend before she later died in hospital.

LeBron James: Beating Warriors for 2016 title 'made me the greatest player of all time' - USA TODAY

LeBron James: Beating Warriors for 2016 title 'made me the greatest player of all time' USA TODAY LeBron James stated that beating the 73-9 Warriors in the 2016 NBA Finals solidified his position as the best basketball player of all time.

Breaking down the potential changes that could occur within Jags' front office - Jaguars Wire

Breaking down the potential changes that could occur within Jags' front office Jaguars Wire Changes definitely will be on the horizon for the Jags front office, especially for general manager Dave Caldwell.

Amish man fined $28,000 for poaching 26-point buck - USA TODAY

Amish man fined $28,000 for poaching 26-point buck USA TODAY COSHOCTON, Ohio — An Amish man was ordered to pay $28,000 for poaching a 26-point buck — more than $1,000 for each point on the ...

NFL gives Rams primetime slot in divisional round - Rams Wire

NFL gives Rams primetime slot in divisional round Rams Wire The next time the Los Angeles Rams take the field, it'll be in primetime. The NFL announced that the Rams have been given the primetime slot on Jan. 12 at 8:15 ...

Packers WR Davante Adams inactive for season finale vs. Lions - Packers Wire

Packers WR Davante Adams inactive for season finale vs. Lions Packers Wire Green Bay Packers receiver Davante Adams won't be breaking any records in the season finale. Adams is inactive for Sunday's Week 17 showdown with the ...

This Kirk Cousins stat should worry all Vikings fans - Touchdown Wire

This Kirk Cousins stat should worry all Vikings fans Touchdown Wire The Minnesota Vikings needs a win to get into the postseason, but their quarterback may be their weakest link.

5 Saints who could break franchise records in Week 17 - Saints Wire

5 Saints who could break franchise records in Week 17 Saints Wire The New Orleans Saints could rest some starters against the Carolina Panthers in Week 17, but some players will likely lobby for reps .

Two children have died in US border custody this month. Before that, none in a decade. Why now? - USA TODAY

Two children have died in US border custody this month. Before that, none in a decade. Why now? USA TODAY On Christmas Eve, an 8-year-old Guatemalan boy who suffered a cough, vomiting and fever died in U.S. custody at a New Mexico hospital. The boy, identified by ...

George Kittle sets 49ers' single-season record for catches by tight end - Niners Wire

George Kittle sets 49ers' single-season record for catches by tight end Niners Wire George Kittle owns another single-season record for 49ers tight ends.

Packers offense will exit 2018 with big potential heading into 2019 - Packers Wire

Packers offense will exit 2018 with big potential heading into 2019 Packers Wire The offense of the Green Bay Packers mostly disappointed this season, but it'll exit 2018 much closer to being very good than most realize.

Giants fall to Cowboys, 36-35: Studs, duds and studly duds - Giants Wire

Giants fall to Cowboys, 36-35: Studs, duds and studly duds Giants Wire The New York Giants fell to the Dallas Cowboys, 36-35, in Week 17. Here's a look at the studs, duds and everything in between.

Babies twice normal size have been in the news — how does a baby get so big? Is it safe? - USA TODAY

Oklahoma, Lincoln Riley face questions as national title quest again ends in disappointment - USA TODAY

Oklahoma, Lincoln Riley face questions as national title quest again ends in disappointment USA TODAY Oklahoma has made the College Football Playoff in consecutive seasons, but its loss to Alabama leaves questions for a program that wants another title.

Opinion: These sports personalities should attempt a more peaceful 2019 - USA TODAY

Opinion: These sports personalities should attempt a more peaceful 2019 USA TODAY With the new year quickly approaching, we've compiled a list of sports personalities who could use a few more silent nights in 2019.

US judge dismisses suit vs Google over facial recognition software - Tech News - The Star Online

US judge dismisses suit vs Google over facial recognition software - Tech News The Star Online A lawsuit filed against Google by consumers who claimed the search engine's photo sharing and storage *service* violated their privacy was dismissed by a US ...

Google celebrates New Year's Eve with colorful party doodle - Times of India

Google celebrates New Year's Eve with colorful party doodle Times of India India News: New Year's Eve is one of the most celebrated days around the world. Internet giant Google on Monday is celebrating New Year's Eve 2018 with an ...

All along, Google's been Googling me - Hillcountrynews

All along, Google's been Googling me Hillcountrynews I thought Facebook knew too much about me, but it turns out Google is even worse. Google, like Facebook, makes its money by targeting ads at us that reflect ...

9 things Google Assistant can do that you may not know about - TechRadar

9 things Google Assistant can do that you may not know about TechRadar While Apple has Siri and Amazon has Alexa, there's a third big player in the voice-assistant game: Google's very own voice-activated effort, Google Assistant.

Google's Top 10 Most Searched Recipes Of 2018 - Delish

Google's Top 10 Most Searched Recipes Of 2018 Delish Google just revealed its most searched-for recipes of 2018, and it appears the crazy year drove everyone to find comfort in classic meals. Of the 10 dishes that ...

John Kelly: judge me on what Trump didn't do while I was chief of staff - The Guardian

John Kelly: judge me on what Trump didn't do while I was chief of staff The Guardian Retired general gives interview to Los Angeles Times and makes statements on immigration and more likely to anger the president.

It's 2018 And Google News Still Doesn't Have A Games Section - Kotaku Australia

It's 2018 And Google News Still Doesn't Have A Games Section Kotaku Australia Earlier today, I was casually perusing the internet for gaming news when I noticed something unusual. Google News - arguably the world's most popular ...

Putin scores some wins but tensions with the West mount - The News & Observer

Putin scores some wins but tensions with the West mount The News & Observer It's been a mixed year for Russian President Vladimir Putin, who may look like a winner after an abrupt U.S. decision to pull out of Syria but faces massive ...

Trump 'accidentally reveals location and identities of US Navy Seals in Iraq' - The Guardian

Trump 'accidentally reveals location and identities of US Navy Seals in Iraq' The Guardian After making a holiday visit to US troops in Iraq, Donald Trump posted a video on Twitter of himself posing with Navy Seals – apparently revealing the special ...

As Apple Heads Higher in Phone Pricing, Google Looks to the Middle - The Motley Fool

As Apple Heads Higher in Phone Pricing, Google Looks to the Middle The Motley Fool Expanding downmarket could help the search giant grow its phone business.

Will Hugh Jackman Be In Avengers: Endgame? Google Sure Thinks So - Cinema Blend

Will Hugh Jackman Be In Avengers: Endgame? Google Sure Thinks So Cinema Blend Reporting on movies, television, video games, and pop culture CINEMABLEND is the go-to source for today's plugged-in generation.

Trump's reveal of SEAL team in Iraq could endanger its members - NBC News

Trump's reveal of SEAL team in Iraq could endanger its members NBC News On his trip to Iraq this week, President Trump exposed the faces of members of U.S. Navy SEAL Team 5, possibly putting them in danger, an expert said.

Newspapers report suspected malware attack - CNN

Newspapers report suspected malware attack CNN Staffers at some of America's best-known newspapers are wondering whether their systems were the victim of a foreign cyberattack.

Transfer news with all Arsenal, Liverpool, Man Utd and Chelsea latest - Mirror.co.uk

Transfer news with all Arsenal, Liverpool, Man Utd and Chelsea latest Mirror.co.uk The January transfer window opens in just a matter of days with plenty of clubs expected to be busy.

Widespread CenturyLink outage affecting Eagle County, rest of US | VailDaily.com - Vail Daily News

Widespread CenturyLink outage affecting Eagle County, rest of US | VailDaily.com Vail Daily News A widespread internet outage affecting most of the country has reached Eagle County.

Transfer news LIVE: Chelsea signing 'agreed', £27m Liverpool talks, Man Utd, Arsenal | Daily Star - Daily Star

Transfer news LIVE: Chelsea signing 'agreed', £27m Liverpool talks, Man Utd, Arsenal | Daily Star Daily Star TRANSFER NEWS LIVE: Starsport brings you the latest gossip coming out of Arsenal, Chelsea, Liverpool and Man Utd ahead of the January window.

Liverpool 5-1 Arsenal: Jürgen Klopp's reaction - Liverpool FC

Liverpool 5-1 Arsenal: Jürgen Klopp's reaction Liverpool FC Jürgen Klopp revelled in an 'exceptional result' after Liverpool routed Arsenal 5-1 to move nine points clear at the top of the Premier League.

Boston couple plans to live on Mars in 2032 in Mars One program - NEWS.com.au

Boston couple plans to live on Mars in 2032 in Mars One program NEWS.com.au Boston-based couple Yari and R. Daniel Golden-Castaño met on a Facebook group for aspiring Martians, married on a day when the red planet was closest to ...

Alice Snedden: Hey NZ, Christmas is not a winter sport - Stuff.co.nz

Alice Snedden: Hey NZ, Christmas is not a winter sport Stuff.co.nz I love Christmas, it's my favourite time of year, right after my birthday and the third Tuesday of March (which I think is just a really solid Tuesday). Nothing is better ...

Southern US: Rain to dampen New Year's celebrations, renew flood risk this week - AccuWeather.com

Southern US: Rain to dampen New Year's celebrations, renew flood risk this week AccuWeather.com The southern United States will face additional bouts of rainfall this week which will threaten to disrupt New Year's festivities and exacerbate flooding problems.

NFL playoff picture: Eagles, Colts and Ravens clinch, Vikings and Steelers sent packing - USA TODAY

Rock Springs Schools Consider 4-Day Week, Other Options - U.S. News & World Report

Rock Springs Schools Consider 4-Day Week, Other Options U.S. News & World Report ROCK SPRINGS, Wyo. (AP) — The Rock Springs school district will consider moving to a four-day school week, but officials say nothing has been decided.

US needs 'to invest in Central America,' US border chief says - ABC News

US needs 'to invest in Central America,' US border chief says ABC News The Trump administration border chief said the U.S. needs 'to invest in Central America,' which is at odds with a Trump tweet saying aid to the countries will be ...

US crude oil imports rose last week - Hellenic Shipping News Worldwide

US crude oil imports rose last week Hellenic Shipping News Worldwide Crude oil imports in the United States rose last week as commercial crude oil inventories remained stable, the U.S. Energy Information Administration (EIA) said.

The return of 'Grown-ish' and 'Night School' tops the week in entertainment - USA TODAY

The return of 'Grown-ish' and 'Night School' tops the week in entertainment USA TODAY What's new in entertainment the week ahead? Kevin Hart and Tiffany Haddish pair up for "Night School" and Yara Shahidi returns for a second season of ...

US, Brent crudes up Friday, down for week - Kallanish Energy

US, Brent crudes up Friday, down for week Kallanish Energy West Texas Intermediate and Brent crude oil prices were higher Friday after a week of volatile trading, with early gains lost due to profit-taking ahead of the New ...

US troop withdrawal from Syria could take several months - ABC News

US troop withdrawal from Syria could take several months ABC News A week after President Trump's surprising announcement that he was withdrawing U.S. troops from Syria the U.S. military is drafting a a withdrawal plan several ...

Kids who assault on US bases can still escape accountability - week.com

Kids who assault on US bases can still escape accountability week.com New rules addressing sexual assault among the children of U.S. *service* members fail to fix a flaw that on many military bases has let alleged juvenile.

Former US commander Stanley McChrystal calls Trump dishonest and 'immoral' - Philly.com

Former US commander Stanley McChrystal calls Trump dishonest and 'immoral' Philly.com Retired Army Gen. Stanley McChrystal, the former commander of U.S. forces in Afghanistan, sharply criticized President Donald Trump on Sunday, calling him ...

‘Aquaman’ Heading For $200M+; ‘Mary Poppins Returns’ Flying To $100M+; 2018 Domestic B.O. Hits $11.8B Record: Sunday Final - Deadline

In One Week, Two US States Become First in Nation to Ban Wild Animal Use in Circus Acts - Good News Network

In One Week, Two US States Become First in Nation to Ban Wild Animal Use in Circus Acts Good News Network In just one week, two American states passed historic new legislation that completely bans the use of wild animals species in circus shows.

Trump ally Graham: president 'thinking long and hard about Syria' - The Guardian

Trump ally Graham: president 'thinking long and hard about Syria' The Guardian A close ally of Donald Trump said on Sunday the president was “thinking long and hard” about his plan to withdraw US troops from Syria and his commitment to ...

Lion escapes locked area at North Carolina center, kills 22-year-old intern - USA TODAY

US markets mixed after turbulent week - BBC News

US markets mixed after turbulent week BBC News The Dow and S&P closed modestly lower on Friday after bouncing between gains and losses in choppy trade.

The immigrants who have died in US custody in 2018 - The Guardian

The immigrants who have died in US custody in 2018 The Guardian Two Guatemalan children who died recently have shone a light on the treatment of immigrants detained by authorities. Erin Durkin. Sat 29 Dec 2018 01.00 EST.

US recession unlikely, market volatility to continue in 2019, El-Erian says - Fox Business

US recession unlikely, market volatility to continue in 2019, El-Erian says Fox Business U.S. stocks endured wild swings last week, but were able to avoid a bear market.

China returns to growth to offset US trade war risk, but is it the right move? - South China Morning Post

China returns to growth to offset US trade war risk, but is it the right move? South China Morning Post The annual Central Economic Work Conference, which concluded last week, declared a major shift in focus from the 2017 deleveraging campaign towards a ...

Erne scores tiebreaker late, Lightning beat Canadiens 6-5 - USA TODAY

Erne scores tiebreaker late, Lightning beat Canadiens 6-5 USA TODAY Adam Erne scored twice in the third period, including the go-ahead goal with 1:02 left, and the NHL-leading Tampa Bay Lightning extended their point streak to ...

Best bets for your weekend reading: Ann Hood's 'Kitchen Yarns,' Jackie Chan's memoir - USA TODAY

Best bets for your weekend reading: Ann Hood's 'Kitchen Yarns,' Jackie Chan's memoir USA TODAY Spend your weekend reading Jackie Chan's memoir or Ann Hood's 'Kitchen Yarns' essays. Plus more recommendations from USA TODAY's book reviewers.

Did Apple retail prices get too high in 2018? Consumers say way yes. - USA TODAY

Did Apple retail prices get too high in 2018? Consumers say way yes. USA TODAY Remember when we used to stand in long lines to be first with new iPhones? That changed in 2018, as prices got higher than ever.

NFL Week 17 matchups to watch: Can Baker Mayfield, Browns spoil Ravens' season? - USA TODAY

NFL Week 17 matchups to watch: Can Baker Mayfield, Browns spoil Ravens' season? USA TODAY The Browns can secure their first winning season since 2007 by potentially playing spoiler to the Ravens' playoff aspirations.

Panthers Wire 2019 first-round mock draft 1.0 - Panthers Wire

Panthers Wire 2019 first-round mock draft 1.0 Panthers Wire With the NFL season winding down and bowl season underway, mock drafts will be in full effect. So why not take a stab here? This will be the current order of the ...

14-pound, 13-ounce baby breaks weight record at Texas hospital - USA TODAY

14-pound, 13-ounce baby breaks weight record at Texas hospital USA TODAY Jennifer Medlock knew she might give birth to a big baby boy, but never expected he would be this big.

American doctor to be monitored in US after possible exposure to the Ebola virus in Congo - USA TODAY

American doctor to be monitored in US after possible exposure to the Ebola virus in Congo USA TODAY An American doctor who was possibly exposed to the Ebola virus while providing medical assistance in the Democratic Republic of Congo, will be monitored in ...

Viral flight attendant story: Father opens up about his epic Christmas trip - USA TODAY

Viral flight attendant story: Father opens up about his epic Christmas trip USA TODAY The idea for the father-daughter trip that went viral this week was hatched a few days before Christmas at a neighborhood party on the Mississippi Gulf Coast.

Spokane's Red Wagon listed as top roadside stop by USA Today - KXLY Spokane

Spokane's Red Wagon listed as top roadside stop by USA Today KXLY Spokane SPOKANE, Wash. - Spokane's iconic Red Wagon is gaining national recognition as the top roadside attraction in Washington. USA Today ranked the best ...

Tiger Woods will skip January PGA Tour event: Tournament of Champions in Hawaii - USA TODAY

Tiger Woods will skip January PGA Tour event: Tournament of Champions in Hawaii USA TODAY Tiger Woods will not be starting his 2019 PGA Tour run in Hawaii and will skip the Sentry Tournament of Champions, which begins next week.

Derek Jeter blocked Bryce Harper's path to Yankees. Why not nab him for rebranded Marlins? - USA TODAY

Derek Jeter blocked Bryce Harper's path to Yankees. Why not nab him for rebranded Marlins? USA TODAY Derek Jeter is rebranding the Miami Marlins from top-to-bottom. Would a massive contract for Bryce Harper help or hurt the organization?

'America's Got Talent' exclusive: Susan Boyle explains why she's returning for 'Champions' - USA TODAY

'America's Got Talent' exclusive: Susan Boyle explains why she's returning for 'Champions' USA TODAY Nine years after she shot to stardom on "Britain's Got Talent," viral sensation Susan Boyle is returning to the singing competition for another go.

Opioids kill kids, too – through accidental overdose, suicide and homicide - USA TODAY

Opioids kill kids, too – through accidental overdose, suicide and homicide USA TODAY Almost 9000 children and teenagers died from opioid poisoning from 1999 to 2016, and annual deaths increased threefold over the 18 years, a team of ...

Trump moves to freeze pay for federal workers amid government shutdown - USA TODAY

Trump moves to freeze pay for federal workers amid government shutdown USA TODAY WASHINGTON – Amid the current partial government shutdown, President Donald Trump signed an executive order to freeze pay for federal workers in 2019.

Trump effect: How out-of-state money fueled Democratic House wins in 2018 - USA TODAY

Trump effect: How out-of-state money fueled Democratic House wins in 2018 USA TODAY Democrats who flipped 43 districts to win the House got more than half of their funding from outside their states.

DHS chief blames Congress, courts for ‘humanitarian crisis’ at southern border - USA TODAY

DHS chief blames Congress, courts for ‘humanitarian crisis’ at southern border USA TODAY WASHINGTON – Department of Homeland Security Secretary Kirstjen Nielsen on Saturday called on federal courts to enforce existing immigration laws to stem ...

Videos show migrant children being dragged, pushed and slapped by shelter staffers - USA TODAY

Videos show migrant children being dragged, pushed and slapped by shelter staffers USA TODAY PHOENIX – Videos from an Arizona shelter for migrant children show staffers dragging and pushing children, incidents that occurred shortly before the federal ...

Spokane's Red Wagon listed as top roadside stop by USA Today - KXLY Spokane

Beyond Times Square: 5 weird things American cities are dropping this New Year's Eve - USA TODAY

Beyond Times Square: 5 weird things American cities are dropping this New Year's Eve USA TODAY The iconic ball in Times Square, isn't the only thing dropping on New Year's Eve. Among the things American cities are dropping: a huge guitar, a piñata and ...

Did Apple retail prices get too high in 2018? Consumers say way yes. - USA TODAY

Hilton employees fired after being accused of racial profiling at Oregon hotel - USA TODAY

Hilton employees fired after being accused of racial profiling at Oregon hotel USA TODAY The DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Portland employees who allegedly evicted a black guest for speaking on his mobile phone in the lobby have been fired just a ...

What went wrong for Notre Dame in big Cotton Bowl loss to Clemson - USA TODAY

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14-pound, 13-ounce baby breaks weight record at Texas hospital - USA TODAY

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