NEW YORK (AP) — The sharp decline in viewers for the season finales of “The Voice” and “American Idol” this week raises the question of whether music competition shows on television are fading out. The year’s final “American Idol” on
Robert Redford is known for his unabashed progressive streak, not any religious affiliation. That makes the following casting news intriguing given Redford’s penchant for politically charged projects. The veteran actor and Sundance Film Festival founder is considering the role of
The notion of paying female employees to stay home and recover from their monthly menstrual cycles got a celebrity supporter this week. Singer Macy Gray, best known for her hit I Try, got approached by a TMZ reporter who asked
HOUSTON (AP) — They grow everything bigger in Texas, even the cities. Three of the nation’s five fastest-growing cities — and seven of the top 15 — are located in the Lone Star State, new data from the Census Bureau
From Ana Marie Cox at The Guardian: Senate minority leader Mitch McConnell’s primary victory on Tuesday night in Kentucky will undoubtedly tempt many a pundit to write the Tea Party’s eulogy. But the Tea Party will achieve in electoral death what it
Sarah Palin’s 2008 vice presidential campaign used the Heart classic Barracuda to play off the popular politician’s nickname. Heart reacted quickly, demanding the campaign to stop using the song at once. Now, Heart is hoping that not only will Hillary
SEOUL, South Korea (AP) — North and South Korean warships exchanged artillery fire Thursday in disputed waters off the western coast, South Korean military officials said, in the latest sign of rising animosity between the bitter rivals in recent weeks.
This week on Radio Free Delingpole, James and his guest, The Spectator columnist Douglas Murray go around the horn to discuss how the British blew it on Abu Hamza, the scandal at Beverly Hills Hotel, UKIP’s future, the British elections, Facebook smearing
On Wednesday, 50 senators signed a letter to the NFL urging the league to change the Redskins name in light of the NBA’s swift actions regarding Los Angeles Clippers owner Donald Sterling’s racism. “Today, we urge you and the National Football
**UPDATE** AFP reports Ukrainian President Oleksandr Turchynov now claims 14 Ukrainians were killed in the fighting. KIEV (Reuters) – At least eight Ukrainian security personnel were killed and 18 wounded in overnight clashes with pro-Russian separatists in eastern Ukraine three days
LONDON (AP) — Russia has criticized Prince Charles’ reported comparison of President Vladimir Putin to Adolf Hitler and is protesting the matter with Britain. Charles, the eldest son of Queen Elizabeth II, reportedly compared Hitler’s 1939 invasion of Poland with
HIALEAH, Fla., May 22 (UPI) –A disturbing video of an incident last month where Florida children who were swimming at a local apartment complex were shocked when the pool became electrified has been released. The video, which was shot at
LILONGWE (Reuters) – Malawi’s ruling People Party has found “serious irregularities” in the counting and announcement of results from the southern African nation’s May 20 election, President Joyce Banda said on Thursday, raising fears of a disputed outcome and violence.
BANGKOK (AP) — Thailand’s army chief announced a military takeover of the government Thursday, saying the coup was necessary to restore stability and order after six months of political deadlock and turmoil. Gen. Prayuth Chan-ocha announced in a statement broadcast
SANTA ANA, Calif. (AP) — A woman who was 15 when she disappeared 10 years ago from her California home has contacted police and says she was held against her will for years. The Santa Ana Police Department said Wednesday
CHICAGO (AP) — Jeff Carter scored three of Los Angeles’ six straight goals, and the Kings beat the Chicago Blackhawks 6-2 on Wednesday night to leave the Western Conference final tied at one game apiece. Drew Doughty and Tyler Toffoli
Tattoos on the right forearm of former New England Patriots tight end Aaron Hernandez may provide clues to a double homicide in 2012 for which Hernandez has been indicted. Hernandez will be arraigned next week on two counts of first-degree murder
BEATTYVILLE, Ky. (AP) — Democratic Senate candidate Alison Lundergan Grimes on Wednesday twice refused to say whether she would have voted for President Barack Obama’s signature health care law. Asked two times whether she’d have voted for the 2010 overhaul,
Tuareg militants fighting the Malian army in the rebel stronghold of Kidal said Wednesday they had taken control of the flashpoint town, taking prisoners.
TAIPEI, Taiwan (AP) — A university student wielding a knife attacked riders aboard a subway train in Taiwan’s capital on Wednesday, killing four people and injuring at least 21 others, police and local media said. The seemingly random attack occurred
A 77-year-old heiress from one of Monaco’s richest families died on Wednesday after she was shot several times outside a hospital in the French Riviera city of Nice earlier this month. Helene Pastor underwent surgery and was placed under artificial
WASHINGTON (AP) — President Barack Obama congratulated the Super Bowl champion Seattle Seahawks on Wednesday, saluting their victories on the field and their contributions to their community. Noting that some football analysts didn’t see Seattle as a top-tier team, Obama
WASHINGTON (AP) — The Senate gave preliminary approval Wednesday to a federal appeals court nominee who helped develop the government’s legal rationale for using drones to kill American terrorist suspects abroad. The 52-43 vote cleared the way for a Thursday
WASHINGTON (AP) — President Barack Obama says the U.S. has deployed 80 military personnel to Chad to help located more than 200 girls kidnapped in Nigeria. Obama has sent a letter to House Speaker John Boehner and to the Senate
The death of Fast & Furious star Paul Walker shocked the actor’s fans while throwing the production of the seventh film in that franchise into turmoil. Now, the studio behind the feature could be looking to recoup as much as
