Russian President Vladimir Putin has ordered a military buildup in Syria in response to the United States operations in the area, and is locked in a stare down with President Obama that could have long-term implications. Coupled with Russia’s aggression in the Ukraine, experts say a new Cold War may be… Read More
The Horn Awards: World’s dumbest criminal
The world’s worst criminal was charged with burglary after police say he returned to a Twin Falls, Idaho, home for his forgotten car keys and cellphone. The Times-News reports (http://bit.ly/1W0jIri) a woman called police when she found her home ransacked on Saturday, with a stranger’s cellphone on the bed and… Read More
Scientists say, “We’re raising a generation of crybabies”
It’s not just you. Scientists agree that the younger generation’s constantly being offended is bad for our future. Next time someone asks, “Are we raising a generation of wimps?” You can say, “Science says yes.” The study, “Microaggression and Moral Cultures,” is warning that students in college are so easily offended,… Read More
Putin and Elton John… friends?
Looks like Russian President (and strongman) Vladimir Putin has made a new friend. Elton John says Vladimir Putin has phoned him, after the musician requested a meeting to discuss Russia’s anti-gay environment. On Instagram, the star said “thank-you to President Vladimir Putin for reaching out and speaking via telephone with… Read More
Wine and tapas… at Taco Bell!?
NEW YORK (AP) — What kind of wine pairs best with a Chalupa? Taco Bell customers in Chicago and San Francisco will soon be able to find out. The chain says it will open a location that serves wine, beer, sangria and frozen mixed drinks in Chicago next week, marking… Read More
Changes coming to Target
Target is going local. The liquor section in its new Boston store features locally-brewed Samuel Adams beer. The “Fan Central” area stocks Red Sox and Patriot gear. And a special section highlights the products used to make the local favorite peanut butter-and-marshmallow sandwich called fluffernutter. The store that’s near Fenway… Read More
Why are American schoolkids overdosing on heroin!?
Heroin overdose deaths in the United States nearly quintupled from 2001 to 2013. This heroin epidemic that has been taking the lives of teenagers for years is creeping into even younger age groups and putting pressure on the nation’s schools to keep a fast-acting overdose antidote within reach of every… Read More
Health Alert: Aspirin use could lead to serious bleeding
Changes may be coming to your aspirin regimen, and it may be well worth mentioning this to your doctor. The U.S. Preventive Services Task Force issued draft guidelines Monday recommending aspirin only if people meet a strict list of criteria — including a high risk of heart disease and a… Read More
Prime Minister of Australia betrayed by his own conservative party
Big changes could be coming to the land down under. Australia’s ruling conservatives ousted beleaguered Prime Minister Tony Abbott as party leader Monday evening in a change that could signal a different Australian response to climate change and allow for a more moderate agenda that could include recognition of gay… Read More
Goats misbehaving, says US Forest Service
“Baaaaa-ack off!” say the goats! According to the Associated Press, the U.S. Forest Service has temporarily closed a northern Idaho hiking trail over concerns about aggressive goats after one animal bit a hiker and others reportedly tried to head-butt or charge visitors. Scotchman Peak Trail, which leads to the summit… Read More