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SkyDeck ledge protective layer cracks under visitors' feet
New York Post - 12 Jun 2019 23:44
Visitors to the SkyDeck ledge up on Chicago’s Willis Tower — which is already scary enough as it is — got the fright of their lives on Wednesday when its protective layer cracked underneath them. “There was a wom...
Lovesick fish have pessimistic outlook on life, study shows
CNN - 12 Jun 2019 16:59
Throughout history and across cultures, people have written songs and poems lamenting lost loves. Now, researchers at a French university say they have discovered that fish also pine for their partners, challenging the v...
'When They See Us' Cast on the Nightmares of Ava DuVernay's Real-Life Drama
The Wrap - 12 Jun 2019 20:39
This story about “When They See Us” first appeared as the cover story in the Movies & Limited Series issue of TheWrap’s Emmy magazine. A crisis counselor was on hand every day during the shoot of “When They See U...
Newsom, Citing 29 Horse Deaths, Calls for Hold on Racing at Santa Anita Park
The New York Times - 12 Jun 2019 05:39
The California governor said no horse should race at the park until it is examined by an independent veterinarian and found fit to compete.
Hong Kong Protests: Police Use Water Cannons Against Demonstrators
The New York Times - 12 Jun 2019 04:55
Thousands of people protested across Hong Kong ahead of a debate Wednesday morning in the city's Legislative Council on a contentious bill that would permit extradition to mainland China.
Can 'Men in Black: International' Bring in Moviegoers Without Will Smith?
The Wrap - 12 Jun 2019 03:38
This weekend’s box office is expected to be a quiet one with “Toy Story 4” still a week away, but Sony will still have a blockbuster on the slate with “Men In Black: International,” the fourth installment in th...
Victim in Sunday hit-and-run crash in Duxbury dies; suspect arrested
Boston - 12 Jun 2019 16:57
Andrea Gordon, 46, died late Tuesday afternoon, police said.
Deadly Ebola outbreak spreads from Congo to Uganda
New York Post - 12 Jun 2019 16:51
The second-deadliest Ebola outbreak in history has now spread to Uganda — claiming the life of a 5-year-old boy Wednesday after the virus killed nearly 1,400 in the Democratic Republic of Congo. Two other cases of Ebol...
2019 iPhone could finally take on Google Pixel's amazing Night Sight
Cult of Mac - 12 Jun 2019 15:45
Apple is developing its very own Night Sight feature for the next-generation iPhone lineup, according to a new report. Google's Pixel handsets have been well and truly beating rivals on low-light camera performance for y...
Bernie Sanders to point out Trump's love of 'corporate socialism' during speech
The Week - 12 Jun 2019 04:35
Sen. Bernie Sanders (I-Vt.) plans on using a speech at George Washington University on Wednesday to educate President Trump on his version of democratic socialism. Sanders, a 2020 Democratic presidential candidate, relea...
Could latest Katy Perry outreach to Taylor Swift be a sign of a coming collaboration?
USA Today - 12 Jun 2019 04:22
Katy Perry reached out to Taylor Swift on social media and her fellow music superstar accepted the friendship request. Could a collaboration follow?
Eight charged, 100 dogs seized in massive Florida dogfighting, drug ring
USA Today - 12 Jun 2019 04:12
Eight people in Florida are facing more than 80 federal charges in connection with a "large-scale" illegal dogfighting ring involving about 100 dogs.
Israel plans to entrench annexation of East Jerusalem: report
Al Jazeera English - 12 Jun 2019 03:26
Concerned that Jerusalem will soon have a non-Jewish majority, Israel may excise Palestinian areas of East Jerusalem.
Filmmaker Aviva Kempner discusses her documentary, 'The Spy Behind Home Plate'
Sporting News - 12 Jun 2019 19:10
Her film documents the life of Moe Berg, who was a U.S. spy and MLB catcher.
Man robbed by OJ Simpson: 'Gve him a second chance'
USA Today - 12 Jun 2019 17:03
With O.J. Simpson back in Las Vegas after release from prison, his friend and victim, Bruce Fromong, says he was instrumental in getting him paroled.
Planned Parenthood to Host Women's Health Forum for 2020 Democrats
The New York Times - 12 Jun 2019 16:59
The majority of the candidates have agreed to participate in the forum, the first of the presidential primary season to focus on reproductive rights.
Engel blasts Trump's 'phony' emergency, says Democrats will try to block Saudi Arabia weapons deal
USA Today - 12 Jun 2019 16:56State bans employers from refusing to hire those who fail marijuana tests
CNN - 12 Jun 2019 16:51
Starting in 2020, Nevada employers cannot refuse to hire a job applicant for failing a marijuana screening test, making it the first state to pass such a law.
India set to land rover on moon in second lunar mission
New York Post - 12 Jun 2019 16:48
BENGALURU -- India said on Wednesday it will launch its second lunar mission in mid-July, as it moves to consolidate its status as a leader in space technology by achieving a controlled landing on the moon. The mission, ...
Lightning kills 2 giraffes at same Florida wildlife park in 'billion to one' tragedy
USA Today - 12 Jun 2019 16:45
Lion Country SafariinLoxahatchee, Florida, said medical reports confirmed the giraffes died instantaneously when they were struck by lightning.
What We Know About the Dominican Republic Tourist Deaths
The New York Times - 12 Jun 2019 16:45
Six Americans have died at resorts on the popular Caribbean island, and their families are raising questions about the circumstances.
8-foot-long alligator chomps off piece of cop car in Louisiana
New York Post - 12 Jun 2019 16:45
MOORINGSPORT, La. -- Sheriff's deputies in Louisiana say an alligator took a bite out of one of their patrol cars. WBRZ-TV reportsdeputies were called Monday to Louisiana Highway 1 in Caddo Parish after someone spotted t...