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Debby Soaking the State of Florida
Tropical Storm Debby, stalled off the coast of Florida, was dumping rain on the state, causing widespread flooding, high winds and a threat of dangerous tornados. The storm is already responsible for the death of one person after tornadoes... More of this article »
G20 Leaders Laud Role of Tourism and Travel
In Los Cabos, Mexico the G20 world leaders, during their recent summit, recognized the important role that travel and tourism plays in fueling economic development and job growth. It was the first time the leaders had recognized this... More of this article »
Kids Swallowing Magnets Becoming a Problem
Among children, a growing problem has become the accidental swallowing of magnets, and experts say that parents needs to be aware that a big risk is involved. Researchers at a hospital in the United Kingdom reported about two cases... More of this article »
Lugo Calls Removal A Coup
Fernando Lugo, the now ex-president of Paraguay, has denounced his removal from office as a “parliamentary coup.” He said he was going to join those who have urged people to have a peaceful strike. Lugo made his first public appearance... More of this article »
Cereals Are More Nutritious
A new report says that kids’ cereals have become more nutritious in the past few years. However, cereal companies have made more ads for the cereals that are the least nutritious. The Yale University report says the companies are... More of this article »
Jenner Defends Decision to Put Daughter on birth control
Kris Jenner, the mother of reality star and model Kim Kardashian, took heat this week for putting Kim on birth control when her daughter was just 14. The matriarch of the Kardashian family defended her decision saying her liberal way... More of this article »
What is wrong with Larry Page
Larry Page the CEO of Google has lost his voice however, not much more is being said about the matter. Some experts believe the head of the internet company should speak up about what might be going on. The co-founder, billionaire... More of this article »
Come Close but Walk Softly
Sustainable tours are becoming more and more popular around the world. The tours concentrate on cultural heritage and conservation. Tour operators are now becoming certified in sustainable tourism that takes the visitor up close, but... More of this article »
Miami Heat Wins NBA Title
The Miami Heat defeated the Oklahoma City Thunder on Thursday night to claim the franchise’s second NBA title. The title was the first for NBA MVP LeBron James. The Heat routed the Thunder 121-106 to win the series 4-1. The Heat... More of this article »
Global Markets Fall on Bad News
World markets were mired in sell offs on Friday after hearing bad news about German confidence and Moody’s downgrading of another 15 banks. After trading closed in the U.S. on Thursday, Moody’s downgraded 15 major banks including... More of this article »
Taliban Siege at Hotel Ended By Afghan Forces
Elite Afghan forces backed by forces from NATO ended a siege of 12 hours at a popular hotel on Friday on the outskirts of Kabul. At least 20 people lost their lives in the siege after gunmen from the Taliban stormed the lakeside hotel,... More of this article »
Older Women Have Eating Disorders
A new study shows that it is common for older women to have damaging eating disorders. A first of its kind study said that 62% of respondents to a survey said the shape of their body or weight has a negative impact in their lives. Research... More of this article »
Google Attempts to Save Languages
Google is setting out to save the dying languages of the world. The Internet giant entered an alliance with linguists and scholars on Wednesday. The alliance introduced on Wednesday a website for the Endangered Languages Project where... More of this article »
Drinking in Moderation during Pregnancy will not Effect Children
For many years, the cardinal rule for pregnant women was not to drink. However, a recent study from Denmark has now thrown that rule of thumb into doubt. The study found that mothers of 5-year old children who drank low or moderate... More of this article »
Bieber Battery Case Sent to District Attorney
The Sheriff’s Department in Los Angeles has completed its investigation and handed it over to local prosecutors Tuesday to determine if prosecutors will bring charges against Justin Bieber for the alleged brawl that took place between... More of this article »
Proctor & Gamble Cuts Forecast
The largest consumer-goods company in the world, Proctor & Gamble saw its stock decline after announcing it was cutting its forecast for revenue and earnings for the second time in just the last two months. The company said it... More of this article »
Solitary Confinement Drives Inmates Insane
Anthony Graves is a former inmate, who was on death row. For the majority of the 12 years he was there he lived in what he described as an 8 foot by 12 foot cage. He only was able to see the outside world by standing on top of his... More of this article »
Lyme disease Spreading Rapidly
As North American ranges are taken over by coyotes, populations of red foxes are plummeting, and scientists have founding a surprising result: the drop of foxes is increasing the spread of Lyme disease. Recently, the number of cases... More of this article »
Walgreens Buys Stake for $6.7 billion in Alliance Boots
Walgreens the American pharmacy chain has agreed to purchase a stake of 45% in the European pharmacy retailer Alliance Boots for $6.7 billion. The deal has a clause that would allow the U.S. pharmacy chain to take complete control... More of this article »
Adidas Takes Shackle Shoe off the Market
Despite defending the design of the shoe, Adidas has decided not to release the JS Roundhouse sneaker that has been criticized for being racist. Only hours after the company had defended the shoe’s design against racism accusations,... More of this article »
U.S Expats Rocked By Mexico Drug War
For many years, Canadian and American expats have come to the shores of Lake Chapala for its year round spring-like weather at Mexico’s largest lake. Even D.H. Lawrence the famous English author came to the area to find inspiration. All... More of this article »
Breast Implants Are Not A Health Risk
One of Britain’s top medical experts has announced that the breast implants from a French manufacturer that are faulty, do not pose a long-term health risk if they rupture inside a woman. Poly Implant Prothese, the now defunct company... More of this article »
Supercomputing Crown Back in Hands of United States
Once again, the United States is the home of the most powerful supercomputer in the world. Two years ago, the title was taken from the U.S. by China and last year Japan won the distinction. The supercomputer is an IBM computer system... More of this article »
Yamaha To Buy Gold Mine for $404 Million
Yamaha Gold is the third largest producer of gold in Canada by market value. The company has agreed in principle to purchase Extorre Gold Mines to expand into Argentina for $404 million in cash and stock. Extorre stockholders will... More of this article »
Rodney King Death to be investigated
Police said they have started an investigation into the death of Rodney King. King apparently died Sunday morning by drowning in his pool. King became a hero in 1991 after he was brutally beaten by four Los Angeles Police Department... More of this article »
Cuba Allows Advertising on its road to Capitalism
For over fifty years, Cubans have not seen or heard commercial spots on TV or radio, likewise for website banners, billboards and newspapers. President Raul Castro has allowed limited free market reform but one thing is to have your... More of this article »
Woman refuses Pain Medication for Flesh-eating disease
Aimee Copeland, a woman from Georgia, has been fighting a disease that eats her flesh since May 1. The college student despises morphine and has refused to take any pain medication when receiving certain procedures, because of personal... More of this article »
Winslet and Branagh Head Honors List on Queen’s Birthday
Today, the Queen’s birthday is celebrated throughout the British Isles and the British Empire Medal is making a comeback after more than 20 years. The medal honors those who perform hands-on service in their local communities. Topping... More of this article »
Four Climbers Presumed Dead On McKinley
Four climbers were presumed dead following an avalanche on Mount McKinley on Thursday. The four feared dead are Japanese climbers and Park Rangers continue to perform a search and recovery effort. The avalanched took place early Thursday... More of this article »
Case of Plague Confirmed in Man Bitten By Cat
Health officials in Oregon confirmed a case of plague in a man that was bitten by a stray cat. The man had been attempting to extract a dead animal from the cat’s mouth when he was bitten. The man has not been identified but is from... More of this article »
Burger Kings Launches New Venture
Burger King has formed a new joint venture in China to open over 1,000 restaurants within the next five to seven years. The chain is looking to gain new ground in key emerging growth markets. The fast food giant said it entered into... More of this article »
Kidnapper to be Released
After serving over 35 years of his prison sentence, one of the three people convicted of kidnapping a bus full of schoolchildren from California, will be released. The Department of Corrections in California announced on Friday that... More of this article »
Chinese Astronauts Blasts Off
Shenzhou-9, China’s latest spacecraft blasted off Saturday night from a western China desert. The spacecraft is carrying a crew of three, which includes the first female astronaut in the country. The astronauts will try to complete... More of this article »
Meningitis Vaccine Approved by FDA
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration has approved a new vaccine for children manufactured by GlaxoSmithKline that can be used for two common causes of bacterial meningitis that at times are fatal. The vaccine is called MenHibrix and... More of this article »
Vizio Unveils New Ultrabooks and PCs
Vizio announced earlier in the year it would branch out from HDTVs into computers and has kept its promise. Today the company officially launched its all in one computers, a pair of laptops and a notebook. All of the categories start... More of this article »
Manufacturing Declines in U.S.
Output of U.S. Manufacturing declined during May. It was the second time in the past three months the sector has contracted. An important gauge for manufacturing for New York dropped sharply in the first two weeks of June as well,... More of this article »
Final Fugitive from Attack in 1995 Caught
In 1995, Japan was rocked by a nerve gas attack by the Aum Shinrikyo cult that killed 13 people and sickened thousands. On Friday, Japan ended its 17-year hunt for suspects by arresting the final suspect from the Subway attack. The... More of this article »
Matt Cain Pitches Majors’ Second Perfect Game
San Francisco Giant pitcher Matt Cain pitched a perfect game last night, the 22nd in the history of Major League Baseball. Wednesday night Cain defeated the Houston Astros by the score of 10-0 giving up no hits and allowing no runners... More of this article »
Low Cost Airlines Lead in Customer Service
Low cost airlines may not always live up to their names for fares or fees, but in customer satisfaction, they are much further ahead than their larger competitors are. On Wednesday, the latest annual J.S. Power and Associates Customer... More of this article »
Fish Oil May Not Stop Mental Decline
Taking omega-3 supplements on a daily basis does not seem like it provides protection against the decline of memory and thinking skills in adults that are older, says a new review of evidence. Researchers have felt that since the body’s... More of this article »
U.S. Open Starts Thursday
The U.S. Open will start on Thursday at The Olympic Club outside San Francisco. Phil Mickelson and Tiger Woods will be paired together for the first two days of the tournament along with Bubba Watson the current Masters champion. Wood... More of this article »
Slow Down in Spending Seen by Weaker Retail Sales
For the second consecutive month, retail sales in May fell. In addition, wholesale prices declined by the most in 36 months, which offers more evidence of a slowdown in the recovery of the economy. Retail sales dropped by 0.2% as building... More of this article »
California to Decide on GMO Labeling
The voters in California’s November election will decide whether a special label is needed on genetically engineered foods, announced the Secretary of State for California as part of the Right to Know initiative. The new historic... More of this article »
Children with Older Fathers May Enjoy Longer Lives
Children and even grandchildren of men who had children later in life might enjoy genetic benefits that are life extending, including the ability of having children later in life. Northwestern University researchers believe it is due... More of this article »
Study Blames Humans for Rise in Ocean Temperatures
A study that was recently published claims that humans are the cause of the overall rise in the temperature of the world’s oceans. The study showed that at most, that natural variability in the temperatures of the world’s oceans... More of this article »
Mystery in Australia Solved after 32 years
On Tuesday, a 32-year old mystery over Azaria Chamberlain’s death in the outback of Australia was ended. The case split the country by national opinion and attracted headlines around the world. A coroner found that a dingo was the... More of this article »
Lady Gaga Bangs Her Head
During a concert in New Zealand, Lady Gaga suffered a concussion when she banged her head on a pole. The pop machine showed her mettle Sunday night down under during her third and final show in New Zealand. She struck her head on a... More of this article »
Home Invasion in California kills four
Gunfire could be heard over night Sunday when a gunman entered a Sacramento home. The assault left four people dead and one wounded critically. Investigators are still trying to figure out a motive. Officers responded to the report... More of this article »