Accidental Gun Deaths Involving Children Are A Major Problem In The US
Last year, 265 people were accidentally shot by kids in America. Gun instructors and advocates say more must be done to prevent such incidents.
Gun Safety 2016: Osceola County Toddler Shot Self Near St. Cloud, Florida, Police Say
The incident is still under investigation, but police said the evidence suggests it was an accident.
Sir Isaac Newton Birthday: 10 Quotes From One Of The Greatest Scientists Of All Time
The son of a farmer in England who died before he was born, Newton would eventually formulate the laws of motion.
Donald Trump Campaign Website Down For An Hour, Hackers Claim Responsibility
The same group, New World Hacking, claimed responsibility for taking down the BBC's site this week.
Agreement Between Vatican And Palestinians Went Into Effect Saturday
The agreement has been criticized by Israel since it was signed in June, but the pope sees it as a step toward peace.
Oil Prices Expected To Stay Low In 2016 After Plunging In 2015: BP Chief Executive
BP CEO Bob Dudley says the bottom in oil prices could be reached in the first quarter, good news for consumers, bad news for producers.
Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas In Good Health Despite Online Stroke Rumors, His Office Says
The Palestinian Authority president has been dogged by rumors about his health in the past.
Chicago Violence 2015: By Year-End, Chicago Had More Homicides Than New York, Los Angeles
The deadly spike in violence coincided with increased scrutiny of the police force after the 2014 killing of Laquan McDonald.
Veteran Homelessness: Austin Mayor Says Homes Found For All Veterans In City
By March, all of the Texas capital’s homeless veterans should be moved into new apartments and houses, the mayor said.
What's Next For Gun Control In 2016? Obama Expected To Announce Executive Actions On Guns Next Week
The moves — expected next week, according to reports — will follow a failed legislative push for stricter laws.
New Year's Eve 2016 In Washington, DC: Protests Planned Over Sandra Bland, Tamir Rice Cases
The Facebook page for the event said the demonstration is to "shut down" a neighborhood in the capital.
After New Year's Eve Terror Threat, Belgian Police Detain Six Suspects In Brussels
The arrests follow the cancellation of the traditional New Year’s Eve fireworks in Brussels.
New Year's Eve Terrorist Threat: In New York, Times Square Tourists Won't Let Fear Stop Them From Watching Ball Drop
Just weeks after the Paris and San Bernardino, California, attacks, the NYPD has stepped up security for the iconic Times Square celebration.
Sydney New Year's Eve 2016: The Best Events, Parties And Fireworks Vantage Points To Celebrate The End Of 2015
The prize of Sydney during the New Year's Eve celebrations is the fireworks display.
Laquan McDonald Shooting Update: Chicago Police Officer Jason Van Dyke Scheduled In Court For Arraignment
Officer Jason Van Dyke — charged with six counts of first-degree murder in the death of a 17-year-old black teenager — entered a plea of not guilty Tuesday.
Proof Of UFOs In 2015? The Times People Thought They Saw Flying Saucers This Year
No matter what plausible explanations emerge for objects in the sky, some people are convinced that space aliens exist.
Laquan McDonald Protest: Demonstrators In Chicago Take To Streets Christmas Eve Over Shooting
Demonstrations continued Thursday against the police-involved slaying of Laquan McDonald last year.
Election 2016: Ahead Of Christmas, Clinton And Trump Lead In Polls
Christmas came early for the front-runners in the races for the Democratic and Republican U.S. presidential nominations.
Israeli-Palestinian Violence: Amid Christmas Celebrations, More Deaths Occur In West Bank
With violence still raging in the region, Bethlehem tourism businesses have reported downturns in revenue this Christmas season.
Tornado Watch In The South: After Multiple Deaths Reported, Severe Weather May Continue
Severe weather has prompted 2,000 flight delays and 300 cancellations across the U.S., reports said.
Christmas Traditions Around The World 2015: How They Celebrate In Germany, France, Mexico And Other Nations
Christmas remains a tradition that can cross cultural and national boundaries.
The Best Christmas Drinking Games 2015: What To Play With Friends And Family This Holiday Season
It might be best to make sure you have a designated driver if you're planning on playing these games.
10 Best Christmas Songs For Kids And Families To Sing During The 2015 Holidays [VIDEO]
These are the songs that can easily please everyone during this Christmas season.
Paul Kagame Third Term? Rwandans Vote To Allow Third Term For President
The results are provisional but are likely to allow another term for the man who has dominated the country since the 1994 genocide.
Democratic Debate: What Does The DNC Voter Data Breach Controversy Mean For The Party?
The Democratic National Committee's reliance on a single software firm to handle its database raises trust concerns.
Islamic State In Iraq: US Airstrike That May Have Killed Iraqi Soldiers Seemed To Be 'Mistake' By Both Sides, Defense Secretary Ash Carter Says
About 10 Iraqi troops may have been killed in an airstrike by the American-led coalition because of “a mistake that involved both sides,” U.S. Defense Secretary Ash Carter says.
Year In Review: President Obama, Senate Majority Leader McConnell List Biggest Accomplishments In 2015
Employing a format popularized by David Letterman, U.S. President Barack Obama listed his top 10 accomplishments of the year Saturday.
Prison Reform 2015: Obama Commutes Sentences Of 95 Drug Offenders
During his final 2015 press conference Friday, Obama said that he wants to continue to work with Congress on criminal justice reform.
UN Declares Yom Kippur, Jewish Day Of Atonement, An Official Holiday
The addition of Yom Kippur puts the U.N. official holiday list at 11.
Laquan McDonald Shooting Update: Jason Van Dyke Court Hearing Scheduled Amid Chicago Protests
Jason Van Dyke's attorney may ask for a change of venue after his client was formally indicted earlier this week in the fatal shooting of teenager Laquan McDonald.
