Alabama Family Dollar clerk fights off sword-wielding robbers with gun
Two masked men wielding swords tried robbing a dollar store in Alabama last week before they were thwarted by an employee carrying a gun, investigators said.
Ardern says royal commission will investigate mosque attacks
New Zealand’s prime minister has announced a top-level inquiry into the circumstances surrounding the massacre of 50 people in two Christchurch mosques.
Coaches and testing admins charged in college entrance scam to appear in court
Multiple CEOs and two actresses were charged in a federal indictment.
Coaches and testing admins charged in college entrance scam to appear in court
Multiple CEOs and two actresses were charged in a federal indictment.
AIPAC speakers make thinly veiled jabs at Ilhan Omar in wake of comments deemed anti-Semitic
Although not mentioned by name, Rep. Ilhan Omar of Minnesota was a ghost in the crowd at American Israel Public Affairs Committee’s annual conference in […]
Smacking ban in Wales a step closer with bill published
It would give children the same protection against physical punishment as adults.
Florida man charged with sexual battery on underage girl he allegedly lured after claiming to be ‘Instagram famous’
A man was charged with sexual battery after he allegedly hired a driver to transport an underage girl from Texas to his family’s home in […]
Netanyahu arrives in Washington as corruption allegations mount
The Israeli leader, who will meet with Trump on Monday, has called the latest accusations a “wave of lies.”
March Madness: Virginia joins top seeds Duke and UNC in Sweet 16; Va. Tech advances for first time since 1967
All the latest March Madness news, highlights and analysis.
Isleworth stabbing: Victim named as Abdirashid Mohamoud
Abdirashid Mohamoud, 17, died after being chased and stabbed by a group of men in Isleworth on Friday.
Mueller report is blow to U.S. Democrats’ plans to probe Trump
Special Counsel Robert Mueller’s conclusion that U.S. President Donald Trump’s campaign did not collude with Russia in the 2016 election is a serious blow to […]
How much of the Mueller report will the public see — and when?
A constitutional clash over that issue could arise between House Democrats and the Justice Department.
Next in Washington after Mueller: More investigations, more division — and an election
Mueller report may change little as both sides double down on their beliefs about Trump.
Donna Brazile: What we really need to learn from the Mueller report
Yes, the Mueller report is about the 2016 election. But, more importantly, it’s about our upcoming elections. We can’t stop anything from happening again if […]
Swedes keep room ready for US diplomats in Pyongyang
Tenant Wanted? Swedish diplomats are keeping a room ready for the US to use if it ever decides to have an official presence in the […]
Military-backed party leads Thailand’s post-coup election
Preliminary results show military-backed party leading vote count in Thailand’s first election since 2014 coup, likely ensuring a coalition government with Prayuth remaining the prime […]
Rep. Doug Collins on Mueller report summary: ‘Where’s the apology, Mr. Schiff?’
The top Republican on the House Judiciary Committee challenged House Intelligence Committee chairman Adam Schiff, D-Calif., to apologize for repeatedly claiming that there was evidence […]
Justin Robinson leads Virginia Tech past Liberty and into NCAA tournament Sweet 16
The point guard made several crucial plays to the stretch to ward off an upset bid.
Pelosi, Schumer, other top Dems question impartiality of Barr letter about Mueller report
House Speaker Nancy Pelosi and Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer said in a blistering statement Sunday that Attorney General William Barr is “not a neutral […]
Barr Clears Trump of Obstruction After Mueller Demurs
The special counsel, Robert S. Mueller III, punted on whether President Trump obstructed justice. Attorney General William P. Barr stepped in to exonerate the president.
Explainer: Mueller says no collusion. Barr says no obstruction. What’s next for Trump?
Special Counsel Robert Mueller has concluded that nobody associated with President Donald Trump’s campaign “conspired or knowingly coordinated” with Russia during the 2016 presidential election, […]
Is the Recession Red Flag Waving at Emerging Markets?
A predictor of past downturns is flashing a warning sign. There may be more room for a recent rally to run, but we all know […]
Mueller’s punt on obstruction question throws issue into the political arena
The special counsel said he did not conclude whether President Trump committed a crime — but did not exonerate him.
Netanyahu Lands in U.S., but New Scandal Could Mar His Big Moment
With the Israeli election weeks away, Netanyahu’s trip to Washington was supposed to show off his statesmanship. A scandal followed him here.
Brexit: What is Common Market 2.0?
What do politicians mean when they talk about Common Market 2.0 or a Norway plus solution?
Jelly Belly creator introduces CBD-infused jelly beans
The Jelly Belly candy bean creator is opening a new line of jelly beans that include the marijuna extract, cannabidiol oil (CBD), to the delight […]
Russia probe findings offer re-election weapon for Trump
U.S. Special Counsel Robert Mueller’s conclusion that Donald Trump did not collude with Russia to win the presidency in 2016 gives the president a powerful […]
With no last-minute acquisitions anticipated, Cubs opening roster all but set
MESA, Ariz. – Two days before breaking camp, the Cubs’ Opening Day roster came into focus Sunday when the Cubs designated struggling left-hander Brian Duensing […]
Eager to Court Jews (and Fracture Democrats), Republicans Push Bills on Anti-Semitism
The bills are part of a larger political strategy aimed partly at showing that Republicans are more willing to tackle anti-Semitic hate speech than divided […]
Instagram cleaners: Using housework as therapy
Harriet Knock shares cleaning tips on Instagram and encourages people to talk about mental health.
Preventable deaths? The story of Grenfell Tower flat 113
Firefighters risked their lives to save residents of Grenfell Tower, but could they have rescued more than they did?
Prince Charles becomes first British royal to visit Cuba
Prince Charles and his wife Camilla landed in Havana on Sunday for the first official trip by the British royal family to Communist-run Cuba even […]
Even $45 Billion Can’t Keep PetroChina’s Wells Gushing
The state giant is paying a prohibitive price to raise production from oilfields that appear to be in terminal decline.
Trump Declares Victory, and a War on His Enemies
Like everyone else in the country, the president had been forced to wait while in Washington, the attorney general pored over the special counsel’s report […]
Stocks tumble, bonds rally as U.S. recession risk flashes ‘amber’
Investors dumped shares on Monday and fled to the safety of bonds while the Japanese yen hovered near a six-week high as risk assets fell […]
News Analysis: A Cloud Over Trump’s Presidency Is Lifted
The end of the special counsel’s investigation without findings of collusion with Russia fortified the president for the battles to come, including his campaign for […]
Mueller finds no Trump-Russia conspiracy but some questions left unresolved
U.S. Special Counsel Robert Mueller found no evidence of collusion between President Donald Trump’s election team and Russia in the 2016 election but left unresolved […]
Mueller finds no Trump-Russia conspiracy but some questions left unresolved
U.S. Special Counsel Robert Mueller found no evidence of collusion between President Donald Trump’s election team and Russia in the 2016 election but left unresolved […]
Cubs still view Addison Russell status ‘one day at a time’ as season set to open
MESA, Ariz. – As spring training comes to a close, the Cubs are not prepared to suggest that suspended shortstop Addison Russell has achieved anything […]
Rep. Al Green after Mueller findings released: ‘Impeachment is not dead’
Rep. Al Green, the Texas Democrat who has pushed to impeach President Trump every year that the commander-in-chief has been in office, said Sunday that “impeachment […]
In Thai Elections, Military Party Takes the Lead, Upending Polls
The populist party that most polls had forecast to win was in second place behind the military’s proxy party, likely cementing the army’s status as […]
The tool meant to hack any smartphone
An Israeli company licenses software around the world that can crack just about any smartphone, but is its use always on the side of good?
China Education makes convertible debut
China Education Group Holdings tapped the equity-linked market on Thursday, raising HK$2.35bn ($300m) from its first convertible bond.
Mowi launches Schuldschein as northern lights still shine
Norwegian seafood company Mowi has launched a Schuldschein, joining a growing flock of Nordic issuers seeking funds in the German loan market.
Tim Peake joins Scouts Association to launch a new science badge for scouts.
Tim Peake says the new science badge for scouts will help highlight different career opportunities for the youth.
Winter is coming to MUFG
Ex-Barclays honcho John Winter has been appointed CEO of MUFG Securities for the Europe, Middle East and Africa region, and head of the Japanese bank’s […]
: 1 perfect March Madness bracket remains heading into Sunday’s late games
Will one hold on to the NCAA’s Sweet 16?
Virgin Money enjoys solid reception for debut covered bond
Virgin Money issued its debut covered bond on Friday. The deal was well subscribed but it attracted much less demand that two earlier Sonia-linked trades […]
First STS deal prices after PCS granted authorisation
Prime Collateralised Securities (PCS) announced on Tuesday that it has officially been granted authorisation by the UK Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) to verify securitizations for […]