During a 2017 Senate race, multiple women accused the former Alabama chief justice of sexual misconduct when they were teens. Democrat Doug Jones won, so President Trump urged Moore not to run again.
Shocking Revelation In Navy SEAL War Crimes Trial: Witness Says He Is The Real Killer
Special Warfare Operator 1st Class Corey Scott stunned prosecutors as he described a previously unheard version of events, saying he asphyxiated the teenage Islamic fighter as an act of mercy.
China’s Xi Visits Kim In Pyongyang, With An Eye Toward Talks With Trump
The two countries are marking the 70th anniversary of their establishment of diplomatic relations. But some experts believe Xi Jinping’s trip has another purpose.
What Dropping 17,000 Wallets Around The Globe Can Teach Us About Honesty
Scientists used “lost” wallets to test whether people are more likely to be dishonest when they might profit. The results were puzzling — so they put more money in the wallets.
Former Interpol President Pleads Guilty To Bribery In Chinese Court
First he vanished after sending his wife a knife emoji. Then Chinese officials announced Meng Hongwei had been detained on bribery charges. Now, state-run media says he’s admitted guilt.
For Those Missing Puerto Rico, A Song About Dreaming Of Home
The official anthem of the capital city, “En Mi Viejo San Juan” also serves as a nostalgic lament, evoking memories of the island for the many forced to leave it behind.
Legal Weed Is A Danger To Dogs. Here’s How To Know If Your Pup Got Into Pot
As more states legalize recreational and medicinal marijuana, veterinarians are treating more intoxicated dogs who’ve gotten into THC edibles, discarded joints or drug-laced feces.
When There’s No Doctor Nearby, Volunteers Help Rural Patients Manage Chronic Illness
Many rural people live too far from a doctor to visit one regularly. In Wyoming, volunteers offer health skills trainings to help patients stay on top of chronic conditions.
Poll: Americans Want NASA To Focus More On Asteroid Impacts, Less On Getting To Mars
American attitudes toward space exploration and NASA’s priorities have changed ahead of the 50th anniversary of the Apollo 11 moon landing.
African Migrants Are Becoming A New Face Of The U.S. Border Crisis
The crisis on the southern border has been driven by a surge of migrants from Central America. But hundreds of African migrants have crossed the border in recent weeks, many to seek asylum.
David Ortiz Shooting Was A Case Of Mistaken Identity, Dominican Officials Say
Officials say a poorly lit photograph led to a mix-up, resulting in the former Red Sox slugger getting shot instead of a friend who was the intended target.
Supreme Court: Cross Can Stand On Public Land In Separation Of Church And State Case
The high court’s conservative majority sided with those advocating for “religious freedom” in a major win for groups like the American Legion.
Women’s World Cup: USA Takes On Sweden In A Game That Means Little — And Everything
Sweden dealt the U.S. a painful loss at the 2016 Summer Olympics. The U.S. squad has spent the past three years working on new strategies to win this time.
New Zealand’s Plan To Buy Back Illegal Firearms Angers Gun Advocates
The country’s equivalent of the NRA says the government isn’t paying enough for weapons that became illegal under a new law passed in April.
Acting The Part: Trump Has A Pattern Of Filling Key Posts With Temporary Leaders
The latest acting secretary of defense, Mark Esper, will join an acting secretary of homeland security and other key officials serving without Senate confirmation in the Trump administration.
Iran Shoots Down U.S. Drone; Trump Says ‘You’ll Soon Find Out’ If U.S. Will Strike
The U.S. says Iran’s claims that the drone was in its airspace “are false.” On Twitter, President Trump says, “Iran made a very big mistake!”
Revolver Likely Used By Van Gogh Sells In Paris
One of the most prolific post-impressionist artists Vincent Van Gogh shot himself in July 1890. The revolver believed to have been used by the painter sold for more than $180,000.
Pilots Criticize Boeing, Saying 737 Max ‘Should Never Have Been Approved’
“Sully” Sullenberger, who landed a plane on the Hudson River in 2009, says he understands how the pilots of two jets that crashed would have been confused as they struggled to control the aircraft.
72 Philadelphia Police Officers Placed On Desk Duty Over Offensive Social Media Posts
Police officials in Philadelphia are describing the action as the largest removal of officers from the street in recent memory.
Putting A Price On Chat: Slack Is Going Public At $16 Billion Value
In just five years, Slack has grown to more than 10 million users and become a verb in the process. “I’ll Slack you” is shorthand for sending a message via the chat platform. Now it’s going public.
Alabama’s Africatown Hopes For Revival After Slave Ship Discovery
The Clotilde was discovered last month in the Mobile River, bringing new attention to a small community founded by African captives who were brought to the U.S. on the ship.
U.N. Report Implicates Saudi Crown Prince In Killing Of Jamal Khashoggi
After a five-month probe of Khashoggi’s death, a special U.N. investigator concluded it was “inconceivable that an operation of this scale could be implemented without the Crown Prince being aware.”
Judge’s Order Sets Up Potential New Block Against Census Citizenship Question
The Supreme Court is expected to rule soon on the Trump administration’s plans for a citizenship question. But an order by a federal judge in Maryland could complicate the question’s legal fate.
NXIVM Leader Keith Raniere Found Guilty Of All Charges In Sex Cult Case
The secretive group espoused a philosophy of self-help but was accused of recruiting women as sex slaves. Charges against Raniere, known as “Vanguard,” included sex trafficking and racketeering.
More Bad Buzz For Bees: Record Number Of Honeybee Colonies Died Last Winter
An annual survey of beekeepers shows the rate of colony death last winter was the highest reported since the survey began 13 years ago.
I Spy, Via Spy Satellite: Melting Himalayan Glaciers
Scientists are using old spy satellite images to measure the effects of climate change. They’re finding that glaciers in the Himalayas are melting twice as fast as they were a few decades earlier.
Democrats Blast Biden For Recalling ‘Civil’ Relationship With Segregationists
At a fundraiser Tuesday night, the former vice president talked about working with former Sens. James Eastland and Herman Talmadge, two segregationist Democrats.
Who In The House Is Calling For Impeachment?
House Speaker Nancy Pelosi opposes launching an impeachment probe now, arguing it’s divisive and requires overwhelming public support. But a growing segment of her caucus is calling for it.
When Surgeons Are Abrasive To Co-Workers, Patients’ Health May Suffer
A new study shows a link between how surgeons act around co-workers and their patients’ outcomes. Turns out rudeness and other unprofessional behavior isn’t just obnoxious — it may be dangerous.
Hope Hicks Declined To Answer Questions About Time In White House In House Testimony
The former Trump aide’s appearance before the Judiciary Committee is the first time an official from the White House agreed to show up. But Democrats said she declined to answer many questions.
Fed Leaves Interest Rates Unchanged For Now, Cites Economic ‘Uncertainties’
The Federal Reserve left rates alone, despite pressure from President Trump to pump more money into the economy. But the central bank signaled a willingness to cut rates in the future if needed.
Trump Administration Weakens Climate Plan To Help Coal Plants Stay Open
The Trump administration is replacing one of President Barack Obama’s signature plans to address climate change. It may help coal-fired power plants but is unlikely to slow the industry’s decline.
Regular Old Sci-Fi Not Weird Enough For You? Try ‘FKA USA’
The pseudonymous Reed King’s new novel is a loopy, violent, funny Technicolor road trip across a post-apocalyptic America. There are robots, talking goats, and even the occasional lone songbird.
‘I Want To Go Back’: The Yazidi Girls Who Did Not Want To Be Rescued From ISIS
The girls, ages 10 and 11, were held captive for years and remember nothing of their Yazidi heritage. They miss the ISIS woman who looked after them and tell rescuers they want to return to her.
Joy Harjo Becomes The First Native American U.S. Poet Laureate
A member of the Muscogee Creek Nation, the 68-year-old poet and musician says she bears “the honor on behalf of the people and my ancestors” and aims to serve as an “ambassador” of the art form.
Why The American Shoe Disappeared And Why It’s So Hard To Bring It Back
Footwear companies face big costs in potential new tariffs on more Chinese imports. Almost all shoes sold in the U.S. are made overseas. Only about 200 factories remain. One man tried to change that.