Nov 25 Extremists go Hollywood to recruit 'heroes' in their ranks By Deb Riechmann, Associated Press The Islamic State is targeting Western recruits with videos suggesting they, too, can be heroes like Bruce Willis' character in "Die Hard."… Continue reading
Nov 24 Watch 7:06 Tumultuous year for NFL marked by protests, injuries and a ratings drop By PBS News Hour The NFL has been mired in controversy this season, from player protests over police mistreatment of African Americans and the reaction from President Trump, to continuing concussion concerns and a civil war between two of the league's most powerful people. Continue watching
Nov 24 5 books from 2017 that these authors think you should read By Larisa Epatko Memoirs that make you think about judgment and injustice, a funny -- but unexpectedly dark -- novel, and a guide to a happy marriage. These are the books that authors Daniel Pink and Ann Patchett chose as their top picks… Continue reading
Nov 24 How to avoid toxic toys this holiday season By Lesley McClurg, KQED Science The California Public Interest Research Group (CALPIRG), a consumer watchdog group, just released their annual Trouble in Toyland report. Continue reading
Nov 24 Donald Trump advises Coast Guard on how to keep equipment reserves By Associated Press President Donald Trump tells members of a Coast Guard station in Florida, “I always say, make ours a little bit better. ... Keep about 10 percent in the bag.”… Continue reading
Nov 24 Donald Trump wants welfare reform, says 'people are taking advantage of the system' By Catherine Lucey, Associated Press President Donald Trump wants to put his stamp on the welfare system, apparently in favor of a more restrictive policy. Continue reading
Nov 24 Al Franken apologizes to women who said he groped them By Associated Press Al Franken has not appeared in public since the first allegation, canceling an event in Atlanta for his book “Al Franken, Master of the Senate” and, according to aides, “spending time with his family and doing a lot of reflecting.”… Continue reading
Nov 24 On Black Friday, the psychology of retail rage By Jaeha Lee, The Conversation New research shows how human emotions affect the likelihood to misbehave on Black Friday, as well as a significant difference between men and women. Continue reading
Nov 24 Michael Flynn may cooperate with Robert Mueller's Russia investigation By Eric Tucker, Associated Press Michael Flynn, a prominent Trump backer on the campaign trail, has been a key figure in Mueller’s probe and of particular interest to Trump. Continue reading
Nov 23 Watch 4:33 Thanksgiving festivities around the U.S. marked by heightened security By PBS News Hour The Thanksgiving Day Parade in New York City upped security in the wake of recent attacks and two more women came forward accusing Al Franken of sexual assault. Also: the governments of Myanmar and Bangladesh signed an agreement for the… Continue watching