Democrats Win Big In Virginia As Voters Keep National Politics In Mind
Democrats have taken control of the Virginia legislature for the first time in nearly 25 years. To voters, this election was about much more than just state politics.
For The Final Finishers Of The NYC Marathon, It’s More Than A Test Of Fitness
Some finishers of the New York City Marathon this past weekend required 10 or more hours to complete the race. For them, the marathon is more than a test of fitness and endurance.
Visclosky, Longtime Indiana Democrat, to Retire as Centrists Exit Congress
Pete Visclosky, the longest-serving congressman from Indiana, was the latest in a series of experienced legislators in both parties to leave Congress.
China Introduces Restrictions On Video Games For Minors
Under new rules, late night gaming sessions and multi-hour binges are no more. Officials say these rules aim to reduce video game addiction in minors.
Tucson Rejects Sanctuary Status as Places Across U.S. Vote on Their Futures
The city has historically supported immigrants’ rights, but voters thought Proposition 205 went too far. Here’s an overview of that and other notable referendum results across the United States.
Yemeni officials: Rebels missile, drone attack kills 8
Yemen’s rebels staged missile and drone attacks Wednesday on forces allied with the country’s internationally recognized government in a Red Sea town, killing at least eight people, including three civilians, and causing large fires, military officials…
Overlooked No More: Annie Londonderry, Who Traveled the World by Bicycle
She cycled away from her Boston home and into stardom, leaving a husband and three small children for a journey that came to symbolize women’s independence.
Kentucky GOP Gov. Bevin Officially Requests Recanvass Of Election Results
Kentucky Republican Gov. Matt Bevin’s campaign has asked the state for a recanvass of the votes from Tuesday’s gubernatorial election, in which he trails by about 5,000 votes.
Mexican Authorities Say Mistaken Identity Is Strongest Theory In Highway Killings
Authorities in Mexico say their strongest theory now as to the motive behind the killing of nine people was mistaken identity. They say they believe a drug gang believed they were a rival group.
Violence In Mexico Is Driving A Growing Number Of People To Ask The U.S. For Asylum
Violence is driving a growing number of Mexicans to ask for asylum in the U.S. But some Mexicans feel stuck in their own county, terrified the criminals they fled will catch up with them.
Turkey’s Erdogan to meet Trump in Washington next week
Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan’s office says Turkey’s leader will travel to Washington next week for talks with U.S. President Donald Trump. Erdogan’s planned trip to Washington had been put into doubt following votes in the U.S. House of Repr…
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