Telemarketer alerts police to alleged assault 900 miles away
Chamille McElroy of Americare Health & Nutrition placed a call to a woman in Lebanon, Oregon, but instead of a “hello” she heard what sounded like a violent struggle on…
Month: January 2015
HUFFPOST HILL – What Time Is The Super Bowl?
Mitt Romney won’t run for president, meaning Jeb Bush must be actively exploring the living shit out of a White House bid right now. We’re not sure which is more…
As Measle Cases Spread in U.S., So Does Anxiety
The measles outbreak tied to Disneyland continued to spread anxiety Friday as two new cases emerged overnight in Marin County in California — along with at least one in Nebraska…
Kirchner Makes a Plea for Argentina to Remain United
BUENOS AIRES — In a veiled reference to the fallout from the mysterious death of a federal prosecutor this month, President Cristina Fernández de Kirchner of Argentina blamed unspecified forces…
Escaped Syrian Child Soldier: ‘Don’t Join ISIS’
An escaped Islamic State child soldier in Sanliurfa, Turkey, shows the scar on his neck to a reporter on Jan. 27. He says a bullet grazed his neck during battle….
These Photos Show Liberia’s Hope And Relief As Ebola Wanes
The Ebola outbreak that wreaked havoc in west African countries over the past year is finally showing signs of receding. The number of new Ebola cases has plummeted in recent…
Daughter To Disney: I’ll Take The Tiara, You Keep The Prince
Our hotel room seemed to radiate with pink glitter. The Disney World staff knew it was my daughter’s fifth birthday and that she loves everything princess, so they filled our…
California May Set The Highest Minimum Smoking Age In The Country
California could soon have the highest minimum smoking age in the country if a bill introduced Thursday makes its way through the legislature. – Hernandez’s office notes that California would…
The Truth About Childhood Allergies, From Dr. Richard Besser (VIDEO)
Why are we seeing a rise in allergies? According to Dr. Richard Besser, we’re so conscious of keeping the environment that our children are in clean during their early years…
Transgender man: I met with Pope Francis
Yes, says Diego Neria Lejarraga, a transgender man who says he had a private audience with the Pope in late January, reportedly a first for the pontiff. Neria was born…
San Francisco setting a new record — a January with not a drop of rainfall
San Francisco is not alone in its rain-free streak. Oakland and Sacramento have yet to have any measurable rainfall in 2015. These are the extremes, but almost all of northern…
Democrats lose their favorite candidate: Mitt Romney
No Mitt Romney 3.0. No “third time’s a charm.” No invoking Ronald Reagan’s two failed presidential campaigns. No 47%, car elevators or dog on the roof. No Bain Capital. No…
7 Annoying People You Should Never Invite To Your Super Bowl Party
We all know people who no one seems to want around at a party. And with Super Bowl parties happening all over the country this Sunday, it’s important to know…
Hallmark’s ‘Put Your Heart To Paper’ Valentine Campaign Features Lesbian Couple
Just in time for Valentine’s Day, Hallmark is featuring a same-sex couple as part of its new “Put Your Heart To Paper’ campaign. – H/T AdWeek
Rubio winner from Romney decision
As in Marco Rubio, the 43-year-old senator from Florida, who seems to be experiencing a resurgence in popularity among fellow Republicans. It’s something that just six months ago, few political…
Obama Moves To Protect Against Flooding From Rising Sea Levels
President Barack Obama issued an executive order on Friday directing federal, state and local agencies to incorporate projections for sea level rise in planning and construction along the coasts. –…
Richard Sherman And Michael Bennett Eviscerated The Argument Against Paying NCAA Athletes Yesterday
Seattle Seahawks cornerback Richard Sherman and defensive end Michael Bennett meticulously tore apart a number of the most frequent arguments against paying student-athletes on Thursday. They also provided a candid…
17 Times Ansel Elgort Charmed The Heck Out Of Us
When he’s not killing it on the big screen, Ansel Elgort is stealing our hearts on social media. Whether it’s in short vids or 140 characters or less, the guy…
What Time Is The Super Bowl?
It’s on Sunday, Feb. 1, at 6:30 p.m. Eastern Standard Time, and it’s on NBC. The New England Patriots are playing the Seattle Seahawks. That’s all you need to know.
9 Funny Someecards To End The Week On A High Note
Andddd that’s a wrap. We’ve officially made it through the first month of 2015. In four short weeks, we’ve experienced the State of the Union, Deflategate, “The Nightly Show” premiere,…
Seahawks Coach Pete Carroll Has 9/11 Truthers’ Support For 2015 Super Bowl
New Englanders might not be Pete Carrolls’ biggest fans this week, but he apparently has lots of support from 9/11 “truthers” going into Super Bowl XLIX. – On Tuesday, when…
Three Steps To Avoid Getting Sick During Cold And Flu Season, From Dr. Richard Besser (VIDEO)
Is there anything we can do to avoid getting sick during the cold and flu season? Dr. Richard Besser says he gets this question all the time! According to Dr….
Tagg Romney: I’m both ‘sad and relieved’ at dad’s decision
It was last weekend, Tagg and others say, that the former Massachusetts governor came to the conclusion that he was “unlikely” to enter the race, but wanted to sit on…
The Baby In ‘American Sniper’ Was Even More Fake Than We Thought
The legacy of U.S. Navy SEAL Chris Kyle isn’t the only controversial thing about “American Sniper.” If you saw the movie — or even just the trailer — and noticed…
7 Steps For Mending A Family Feud
Is there a rift in your family that is ripping your loved ones apart? Whether the incident happened decades ago or just last week, do you really want to lose…
‘Female Husbands’ In The 19th Century
Questions of gender identity are nothing new. Way before Transparent and Chaz Bono and countless other popular culture stepping stones to where we are now regarding gender identity, there were…
Mitt Romney Drops Out, But He Got Us Good
As it was foretold, here we are on a Friday, and Mitt Romney, baron of the end-of-the-week news dump, is once more tugging the rug beneath our feet: Former Massachusetts…
McDonald’s Will Soon Accept Hugs As Payment
McDonald’s is taking love as legal tender. – Super Bowl ad slots, which cost $4.5 million for 30 seconds, can be powerful tools for spurring sales. A study released this…
Altar Server Scandal Is Reminder Of How Far The Catholic Church Has To Go With Women
While Pope Francis has been widely hailed as a champion of social progress, when it comes to elevating women’s roles, critics say the Catholic Church still has a long way…
The Biggest Challenges In Loretta Lynch’s Quest To Be Confirmed As Attorney General
Loretta Lynch endured her attorney general confirmation hearing on Wednesday, fielding questions from Senate Republicans about immigration, marijuana and even polygamy. While Lynch waits to be confirmed, HuffPost Live discussed…