Florida State becomes at least the third university this year to suspend Greek life because of alcohol-related tragedies. University President John Thrasher announced the indefinite suspension on Monday of the school’s 55 fraternities and sororities following the death of a junior pledge. “I just feel like for whatever reason, the… Read More
FEMA disaster aid could be coming to churches
When disaster strikes, houses of worship are often on the front lines, feeding and sheltering victims. Yet churches, synagogues and mosques are routinely denied aid by the Federal Emergency Management Agency when it comes time to repair or rebuild their damaged sanctuaries. Pressure is mounting to change that after this… Read More
Touring Asia, Trump celebrates election anniversary
While President Donald Trump contends with the looming threat from North Korea, thorny trade disputes and the delicate dance of international diplomacy, he has had another thing on his mind: last year’s Election Day. Through the first two legs of his five-country swing through Asia, Trump has been mentioning his… Read More
Trump ramps up pressure on N. Korea
In a striking shift of tone, President Donald Trump abandoned his aggressive rhetoric toward North Korea on Tuesday, signaling a willingness to negotiate as he urged Pyongyang to “come to the table” and “make a deal.” Trump, in his first day on the Korean peninsula, again pushed Pyongyang to abandon… Read More
Proof the NFL is in VERY big trouble (4 pics)
When unemployed back-up quarterback Colin Kaepernick started encouraging NFL players to kneel during the national anthem, fans were upset. But rather than reprimand players, NFL officials announced no one would be fired for disrespecting the American flag. Sponsored: One weird “trick” to lasting relief (you’ll want to read this) The… Read More
Chilling motive uncovered in Texas church massacre
The gunman who opened fire in a small Texas church, killing 26 people during worship services, sent threatening text messages to his mother-in-law before the attack and had been confronted about domestic violence at least twice in the last five years, authorities said Monday. The deadliest mass shooting in state… Read More
Housing boom leaves many Americans homeless
In a park in the middle of a leafy, bohemian neighborhood where homes list for close to $1 million, a tractor’s massive claw scooped up the refuse of the homeless – mattresses, tents, wooden frames, a wicker chair, an outdoor propane heater. Workers in masks and steel-shanked boots plucked used… Read More
Outrage! Rand Paul severely beaten at his own home
U.S. Sen. Rand Paul was recovering Sunday from five broken ribs after he was assaulted by a neighbor who tackled him from behind at the senator’s Kentucky home, officials said. Doctors have warned that the injuries are so severe, they could be life-threatening. Senior Adviser Doug Stafford said it is… Read More
Good guy with a gun stopped church massacre
A militant atheist, dressed in black tactical-style gear and armed with an assault rifle, opened fire inside a small South Texas church on Sunday. The anti-Christian attack killed 26 people — and would have been worse if it there wasn’t a good guy nearby that was also armed. Once the… Read More
USA WINS! 1st American winner in 40 years at NYC Marathon
Shalane Flanagan thought about the seven years building to this race, possibly her last. She thought about the running star striding next to her. She thought about her family. She thought about Meb. With one hellacious holler at the finish, it all poured out. Flanagan dethroned Mary Keitany on Sunday… Read More