A day after a federal court blocks the Trump administration from changing asylum rules, DHS chief Kirstjen Nielsen promises a legal fight.
Federal Officials Indict More Than 40 People Linked to White Supremacist Prison Gang
The Ghost Face Gangsters started in California but a Georgia offshoot has spread criminal activity far beyond prison walls. On Monday, 43 were charged with drug trafficking and firearms possession.
Researchers Find 115 Plastic Cups In Dead Whale’s Stomach
The following items were among those found in the animal’s stomach: 19 pieces of hard plastic, two sandals, four plastic bottles, 25 plastic bags, and about seven pounds of rope.
Migrants Forced Off Ship After They Refused To Return To Libya
Migrants rescued in the Mediterranean Sea refused to return to Libya, saying they’d been tortured. After more than a week, Libyan coast guards boarded the ship and put the migrants in detention.
‘Maybe He Did, Maybe He Didn’t’: Trump Defends Saudis, Downplays U.S. Intel
The president says business deals and shared security interests with the Saudis — and not the death of Jamal Khashoggi — will set the tone for the relationship. “We’re with Saudi Arabia,” Trump said.
Watch: Larry The Cat Does Him And Brings A Bit Of A Brexit Breather
A video of Larry waiting for a human to do his bidding, as he sits on the doorstep of No. 10 Downing Street has gone viral.
More Than 50 People Killed As Suicide Bombing Rocks Afghan Capital
A suicide bomber detonated explosives inside a wedding hall in Kabul as religious scholars gathered for the holiday commemorating the birth of the Prophet Muhammad.
How The Midterms And Lame-Duck Session Are Pushing The Farm Bill To A Deal
House GOP-backed work rules for food assistance have been the biggest hurdle in finalizing the farm bill. And now, the impending Democratic takeover of the House next year has shifted leverage.
Beware The Thanksgiving Salad: CDC Says No Romaine Lettuce Is Safe
A new outbreak of E. coli has hit dozens of people in 11 states. No deaths have been reported, but the CDC says consumers should not eat any romaine lettuce until more is learned about the outbreak.
Dow Falls 950 Points, Or 4 Percent, In 2 Days
There was a bloodbath in tech stocks. Companies like Apple depend on foreign markets and there are signs trade tensions are slowing growth in Europe and China. Apple and Facebook stocks have fallen.
Chickenpox Outbreak Hits N.C. Private School With Low Vaccination Rates
Three dozen students have been infected at Asheville Waldorf School — which has among the very highest rates of parents claiming religious exemption from state vaccine requirements.
Recreational Pot Shops Now Open For Business In Massachusetts
Two marijuana dispensaries opened their doors to customers 21 and older on Tuesday. The mayor of Northampton, Mass., was the first in line at one store, calling it a “historic day.”
Advocates Fight ‘Culture of Secrecy’ In Post-Hurricane Puerto Rico
Puerto Rico’s governor pledged to run a transparent recovery process. But as billions of dollars are on the way, many say there are indications that transparency may not be a top priority.
Why Prince Charles Said ‘God Don Butta My Bread!’ In Nigeria
This month, he visited Lagos and greeted the crowd with a few phrases in pidgin English. What was the local reaction?
Trump Says U.S. Will Remain ‘Steadfast Partner’ Of Saudis, Despite Khashoggi Killing
The president says his administration will continue to stand by Saudi Arabia, even though the CIA reportedly believes the crown prince approved the killing of journalist Jamal Khashoggi.
How Do Wishes Granted To Very Sick Kids Affect Their Health?
Although researchers acknowledge that many factors could be at play, a recent study suggests that seriously ill children who had once-in-a-lifetime wishes fulfilled also had lower health care costs.
President Trump Pardons 2 Thanksgiving Turkeys
The two hefty toms, named “Peas” and “Carrots,” starred in the White House turkey pardon, one of the odder White House holiday traditions.
Dems: The Acting Attorney General Can’t Continue In His Job. DOJ: Yes, He Can
Critics are continuing to put pressure on Matthew Whitaker after he was named as temporary replacement for Jeff Sessions. The Justice Department says the law is clear: He can stay.
Cyril Pahinui, Crown Prince Of Hawaiian Slack-Key Guitar, Dies At 68
Pahinui, who succumbed to health complications possibly caused by exposure to Agent Orange while serving in Vietnam, was drawn at a young age to the backyard sessions his father regularly held.
Turkey And Tamales: People Of Color Share Their Multicultural Thanksgivings
For many immigrant families, Thanksgiving is a time to take part in an American tradition, but it’s also a great excuse to gather and eat the foods of their culture with friends and family.
Ex-Judge Who Spent 9 Months In Prison For Beating Wife Is Arrested After She’s Killed
Lance Mason, who also served in the Ohio legislature, has been charged with assault after police said he attempted to flee in a car, crashed into a police vehicle and seriously injured an officer.
Work After #MeToo: A Restaurant Company Tries To Change Its Culture
It’s been a year since sexual harassment allegations toppled celebrity chef John Besh. His restaurant group, now led by a woman, has been trying to change a toxic workplace one policy at a time.
Florida’s Recount Is Over, But Worries About A 2020 Election ‘Meltdown’ Persist
Florida’s recount process was marred by accusations of incompetence, antiquated voting technology and even a ballot design issue that some Democrats believe cost them a Senate seat.
Stacey Abrams Says She Was Almost Blocked From Voting In Georgia Election
Democrat Stacey Abrams isn’t backing down from her fight against what she calls voter suppression tactics and election mismanagement after losing the Georgia governor’s race.
Federal Court Blocks Trump Administration’s Asylum Ban
A U.S. district court ruled that President Trump’s proclamation banning anyone seeking asylum from entering the U.S. without crossing a port of entry violates existing law.
Ivanka Trump Reportedly Used Personal Email Account For Official White House Business
The president’s daughter reportedly used the account to discuss government policies and official business. Her lawyer’s spokesperson denies she transmitted classified information.
Swastika Defaces Duke University Mural Honoring Synagogue Shooting Victims
The Nazi symbol was spray-painted over a Star of David on a campus memorial to the 11 people killed last month at the Tree of Life synagogue in Pennsylvania.
DOJ, Asked About Census Confidentiality, Crafted Intentionally Vague Answer
An internal email reveals a Justice Department discussion about the possibility of “renewed debate” over whether the Patriot Act could force the release of individuals’ confidential census responses.
Colorado Man Sentenced To Life In Prison For Killing Pregnant Wife And Daughters
By pleading guilty, Christopher Watts avoided facing the death penalty. He was arrested in August, a day after he appeared on local television pleading for his family’s safe return.
Airbnb Plans To Remove Listings In Israeli Settlements
Israeli Tourism Minister Yariv Levin described it as a “disgraceful surrender,” while senior Palestinian negotiator Saeb Erekat called it an “initial positive step.”
4 Dead Including Officer, Gunman After Shooting At Chicago Hospital
The Chicago Police Department says a police officer and three others were killed in a domestic-related shooting at Mercy Hospital & Medical Center on the city’s Near South Side.
Pelosi’s Democratic Opponents Go Public, But Still Lack Challenger
Eleven House Democrats and five incoming freshmen have signed a letter committing to oppose Nancy Pelosi’s speakership bid on the House floor.
The Presidential Turkey Pardon’s Weird Roots Go Back To The Iran-Contra Scandal
President Reagan’s pivot away from a reporter’s question about possibly pardoning those involved with the 1980s arms-sales scandal is a key moment in the history of the event taking place Tuesday.
Do You Know The Right Way To Wash Your Hands? Watch This Video Aimed At Halting Ebola
There are six separate steps in the video from Democratic Republic of the Congo — and that’s not counting “abundantly” wetting your hands and lathering up.
Italian Village Installs Speed Cameras, Records 58,000 Infractions In 2 Weeks
A highway runs right through the community of Acquetico, population about 120. The area’s mayor decided to take action against motorists blazing by and was shocked at what he found.
Rhode Island Prisons Push To Get Inmates The Best Treatment For Opioid Addiction
The state has started to reduce overdose deaths by offering counseling and medication for opioid addiction in prison. Research finds the treatment helps inmates avoid relapse after release.