Climate Change Researcher Offers a Defense of His Practices
The scientist at the center of a controversy over fossil-fuel funding for climate research denounced his critics on Monday and said that he would be “happy to comply” with possible…
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Argentine President Denies Cover-Up in Bombing Inquiry
BUENOS AIRES — President Cristina Fernández de Kirchner of Argentina made an impassioned defense on Sunday of her role in the investigation into the fatal bombing of a Jewish community…
Nearly Halted in Sierra Leone, Ebola Makes Comeback by Sea
Marie Kamara, left, sitting behind a quarantine line in the village of Rosanda last week under the watch of a community leader. The girl died several days after this photo…
Where Rimbaud Found Peace in Ethiopia
Footsteps By RACHEL B. DOYLE In December of 1880, the mercurial French poet Arthur Rimbaud entered the ancient walled city of Harar, Ethiopia, a journey that had involved crossing the…
No Respect For Hip-Hop’s O.G.s: Why Many Legendary MCs Still Need To Hustle
Imagine Billy Joel, the Rolling Stones, Eric Clapton, and Led Zeppelin embarking on a 32-city tour together. Picture the legions of aging Baby Boomers who would throw heaps of cash…
A Spicy Spinach Stew from Ghana
Eat By FRANCIS LAM I thought I would talk with Samuel Obeng about the smoky spinach stew the chefs serve at his Bronx restaurant, Papaye, but he steered the conversation…
Tanya Barfield’s ‘Bright Half Life’ Traces A Lesbian Couple’s Relationship Over 25 Years
For her latest play, Tanya Barfield aimed for “a transcending love story” that would not only “embrace the dichotomies in life,” but also break fresh ground in the world of…
Congress Tried To Fight Prison Rape With This Legislation, But It’s Far From Delivering On Its Promise
Three years ago, the young man who would later be known as John Doe 1 shuffled into the Richard A. Handlon Correctional Facility in Ionia, Michigan. The town of 11,000…
This Idea Has Kept Tens Of Thousands Out Of Emergency Rooms And Saved One State Millions Of Dollars
This piece comes to us courtesy of Stateline. Stateline is a nonpartisan, nonprofit news service of the Pew Charitable Trusts that provides daily reporting and analysis on trends in state…
Paul Waldman: O’Reilly Not Going Anywhere, You Far-Left Pinheads
Bill O’Reilly suffers from the same malady as Brian Williams: a tendency to embellish stories of the dangers and horrors he has faced as a journalist (though in O’Reilly’s case,…
Imagine Being Able To See The Doctor And Get Medicine At Work
One day at work, Cathy Boyes wasn’t feeling well. Thinking she had symptoms of the flu, the 54-year-old executive assistant went down four floors to the wellness center at her…
One of America’s oldest malls is closing
The shopping mall once boasted many other big names, including J.C. Penney (JCP) and Montgomery Ward. Its success spurred the construction three other malls in the suburbs of Detroit: The…
Homeless Man’s Kind Gesture Inspired Viral Campaign That’s Getting People Off The Streets
A woman from the U.K., who rallied the Internet to raise money for a homeless man, has made a large donation to a local group committed to helping those in…
Stan Lee draws Spider-Man for a child with autism
That would be the same Stan Lee who co-created Spider-Man (as well as Iron Man, the Incredible Hulk, the X-Men and so many other Marvel characters). The Times story described…
Release Of Any Correspondence With Chris Christie About Jerry Jones Deal Blocked
After New Jersey Gov. Chris Christie recently accepted free football tickets and travel from Dallas Cowboys owner Jerry Jones, two key questions emerged at the center of the controversy: Did…
With Expected Keystone Veto, Obama Is to Open New Era of Presidency
WASHINGTON — Wielding the weapon of his pen, President Obama this week is expected to formally reject a Republican attempt to force construction of the Keystone XL oil pipeline. But…
Willacy County Prison Taken Over By Thousands Of Inmates
Negotiations are continuing with the leaders of about 2,000 inmates who have seized control of part of a federal prison in South Texas in what a sheriff calls an “uprising.”…
The 2015 Oscars Will Be Terrible For Women, As Usual
Entertainment award shows have a long way to go towards equal representation. According to the Women’s Media Center, the 2015 Academy Awards are no exception. In a look into this…
Hollywood’s leading women fight back
At the 2014 Academy Awards, Best Actress winner Cate Blanchett railed at Hollywood’s predilection for male-centric filmmaking, sparking a debate about women in film that sent ripples throughout the industry….
Hollywood’s leading women fight back
At the 2014 Academy Awards, Best Actress winner Cate Blanchett railed at Hollywood’s predilection for male-centric filmmaking, sparking a debate about women in film that sent ripples throughout the industry….
Muslim Leaders in U.S. Seek to Counteract Extremist Recruiters
STERLING, Va. — Imam Mohamed Magid tries to stay in regular contact with the teenager who came to him a few months ago — at his family’s urging — to…
Uruguay Troubled By Guantanamo Refugees Sent By U.S.
Controversy is flaring over the six Guantanamo detainees taken in by Uruguay for resettlement, with even the man who pushed through the plan, President Jose Mujica, seeming to criticize them…
Court tosses terrorism conviction of former Guantanamo detainee
The court found that the activity for which Hicks was convicted was not an offense triable by military commission at the time he was caught. “We are very happy for…
March to Honor Dead Prosecutor Highlights Tensions Over Government in Argentina
BUENOS AIRES — Tens of thousands of Argentines flowed into the center of this city on Wednesday for a demonstration in honor of Alberto Nisman, the prosecutor whose mysterious death…
U.S. Intensifies Effort to Blunt ISIS’ Message
WASHINGTON — The Obama administration is revamping its effort to counter the Islamic State’s propaganda machine, acknowledging that the terrorist group has been far more effective in attracting new recruits,…
6.9 earthquake hits off Japanese coast
The Pacific Tsunami Warning Center said there was no tsunami threat from the quake.
‘It’s My Party’ Singer Lesley Gore Dead At 68
Singer-songwriter Lesley Gore, who topped the charts in 1963 at age 16 with her epic song of teenage angst, “It’s My Party,” and followed it up with the hits “Judy’s…
Arson Reportedly Suspected As Cause Of Fire At Houston Islamic Center
As inspectors continue to probe the cause of a fire at an Islamic center in Houston, reports have emerged that an accelerant was used in the blaze. – Earlier in…
$12,600 Snake Deal Gone Awry Turns Into Shooting, Robbery: Cops
A Pennsylvania man who shot a snake dealer at a suburban Philadelphia shopping center has been convicted of attempted murder and robbery. – Information from: Delaware County Daily Times, http://www.delcotimes.com
Probe Into Role Of Argentina’s President Cristina Fernandez In Cover-Up Moves Forward
The prosecutor who inherited a high-profile case against Argentine President Cristina Fernandez is reaffirming the accusations. On Friday, Gerardo Pollicita formally re-opened the investigation into whether the president helped Iranian…