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WASHINGTON — In its most upbeat economic assessment since the recession, the Federal Reserve cited “solid” economic growth and “strong” job growth in a statement issued Wednesday that suggested the…
Riff Raff (aka Jody Highroller, aka the rapper who James Franco based his “Spring Breakers” character on) is almost completely unrecognizable after adding 55 pounds of muscle to his frame….
Sitting down with Leslye Headland is like swigging an espresso shot, especially when you do it in the thick of the sleepless Sundance Film Festival. She barrels toward you with…
Though he may not be the platinum-album powerhouse he once was in this country, iconic jazz musician and noted hair pioneer Kenny G has found a rabid and gargantuan fan…
There are apps to help us with everything from dating to scheduling to networking. But is the technology more trouble than it’s worth? While your app’s location tracking services can…
A California mayor has closed a city park in an effort to rid the area of homeless residents. Starting on Monday, Boyd Park in San Rafael is closed to the…
Alan Ball (“True Blood”) and Elton John are teaming up with HBO to make a pilot for “an hourlong period drama set against the complex and volatile backdrop of 18th…
WASHINGTON, Jan 28 (Reuters) – The U.S. Air Force plans to announce on Wednesday that it has decided to use Boeing Co’s commercial 747-8 airliner to replace its current fleet…
WASHINGTON, Jan 28 (Reuters) – The Federal Reserve on Wednesday said the U.S. economy was expanding “at a solid pace” as it largely looked through weakness overseas in a signal…
The Supreme Court has ordered Oklahoma to postpone lethal injections executions using a controversial sedative until the court rules in a challenge involving the drug. The court’s order Wednesday came…
“It is now time to get through the remaining amendments and vote up or down on passage of this bill before we leave for the week,” said Senate Majority Leader…
A waitress in Key West, Florida has a real reason to be pissed after a man allegedly urinated on her from a bar balcony early Saturday morning. – The arresting…
Now we know why presidents give so many public speeches: so their words can be spliced into music videos that make them appear to sing popular songs! Watch President Barack…
While online shopping is always risky, buying a wedding dress online may be biggest gamble of them all. Still, many brides-to-be will scour the internet in search of tempting discounts…
An elderly California woman who tried to sever her husband’s penis in 2011 won’t see any time behind bars. Virginia Valdez, 72, of Palm Springs, was sentenced Friday to three…
He said he believes Americans are looking for “fresh leadership with big, bold ideas … leaders from outside of Washington who are willing to take on Washington and put the…
In an almost comical twist, the National Football League will investigate whether the cap worn by Seattle Seahawks running back Marshawn Lynch during Super Bowl Media Day on Tuesday is…
Andre Perry is 32 years old. He’s a commercial photographer, lives in Brooklyn, and loves fashion. He’s also black. A month ago, Perry was stopped at a subway station by…
Just when you thought Emma Watson couldn’t possibly be more inspiring, she goes and inspires some more. While at the World Economic Forum in Davos on Friday, Watson took to…
Nice to meet you, Grunky Peep, from Georgia Southern University. College and professional sports are usually fertile ground for player names that border on the bizarre. And no one spins…
The 42-year-old, a man of formidable football pedigree, confirmed to CNN in an exclusive interview on Wednesday he wants to replace Sepp Blatter as president of world soccer’s governing body….
Duff Smith has no qualms advocating for same-sex marriage — even in the face of backlash. – Sign up here for Live Today, HuffPost Live’s morning email that will let…
On Feb. 24, Chicago Mayor Rahm Emanuel is up for re-election. Emanuel has out-fundraised his closest challenger almost 30-to-1 and has benefited from an improved approval rating thanks to a…
Photographer and mother-of-two Ivette Ivens has a knack for capturing breathtaking images of pregnant mamas-to-be. Her secret? She takes her subjects outside — whatever the weather. – H/T BoredPanda
Sen. Ted Cruz (R-Texas) publicly praised first lady Michelle Obama on Wednesday. Yes, really. – View the Facebook post here.
Jeb Bush is about to be in for a big surprise! CJ Phillips and Charlie Rainwater, a self-described “tech bear” couple based out of Oregon, made a decision back in…
When you think “cross stitch,” you probably picture a dusty, framed piece of embroidery in your grandma’s bathroom that says “Home Is Where The Heart Is.” These, however, are not…
Rage Against The Machine bassist Tim Commerford recently started up a new band, Future User, taking on bass and vocal duties. On Tuesday, the electronic rock outfit released the video…
www.civilbeat.com: The cost of renting a home in Hawaii has jumped at least 10 percent over the past two years, according to a new study. And given the lack of construction…