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Even as other well-loved celebrities du jour rise up in the ranks, it’s impossible to imagine anyone actually taking Aniston's crown. If anything, her allure is growing. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2q6GdpH

Trump administration proposals endanger food stamps for millions

“SNAP is related to hunger and getting people the nutrition they need,” one food bank representative said. “Food shouldn’t be a luxury.” from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/33zJk7n

Kid Rock goes on vulgar rant against Oprah — gets escorted off stage

The singer also lashed out at TV presenters Joy Behar and Kathie Lee Gifford while on stage at his Nashville steakhouse. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2OC6xl0

Dutch police arrest suspect in stabbing of 3 teens

The victims, two 15-year-old girls and a 13-year-old boy, were treated in a hospital and released late Friday. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2PcUmKL

2 fall to their deaths at Arches National Park

A 30-year-old man was also injured in the accident at what the park called "the world's most famous natural stone arch." from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/33vWhyY

'They just go on': For mixed-status families, uncertainty is a way of life

There are 16.7 million people living in U.S. households with both citizens and undocumented immigrants, including some with DACA. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2R734g7

Two children dead, one missing in Arizona after RV is swept into flooded creek

"We don't quit. We're continuing especially with the fact that it's cold weather, adverse conditions and young children," a sheriff's deputy said of ongoing search efforts. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2qP6r0t

Northern California's undersea kelp forests decimated by purple sea urchins

About 90 percent of the bull kelp forests, home to fish, crustaceans and other marine life, have been devoured since 2014. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/37VkNgb

Relic thought to be from Jesus' manger arrives in Bethlehem

A wooden structure that Christians believe was part of the manger where Jesus was born was sent by St. Sophronius, the patriarch of Jerusalem, to Pope Theodore I in the 640s. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2Y348CS

'Grinch bots' are here to ruin your Cyber Monday shopping

Didn't catch that hot item online? That may be because you're competing with bots programmed to sweep up the best deals. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/34HTcNS

Ilhan Omar's opponent banned from Twitter after suggesting congresswoman should be hanged

"Violent rhetoric inevitably leads to violent threats, and ultimately, violent acts," Omar said in response to the threatening tweets from Republican candidate Danielle Stella. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2rKKC1T

Family pleads for answers on whereabouts of pregnant mother of two missing since Thanksgiving 2004

Lucero Sarabia, known as “Princess” to her loved ones, spent Thanksgiving 2004 at home in San Antonio, Texas. Hours later, she vanished. The San Antonio Police Department is investigating. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/33GiCdr

How one woman lost 95 pounds without giving up her favorite meal at Taco Bell

After losing 70 pounds, and gaining it all back, Alissa Mashburn changed up her dieting routine to focus on portion size instead of eliminating foods. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/37T6CII

Calgary Flames coach quits after racist slurs revealed

He is accused of making comments to former player Akim Aliu during the 2009-10 season. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/33DP286

1 dead, 22 rescued at border after heavy rains in California

U.S. Border Patrol agents and city rescue crews found 20 people in a drainage "tube" near San Diego. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2qZnCw8

NFL player Josh Shaw suspended through 2020 for betting on games

“If you work in the NFL in any capacity, you may not bet on NFL football,” NFL Commissioner Robert Goodell said. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2P2SIee

Cryptocurrency expert accused of assisting North Korea in evading sanctions

Virgil Griffith "provided highly technical information to North Korea" that "could be used to help North Korea launder money and evade sanctions," officials said. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2L9S8uq

Former GOP Rep. says some Republicans secretly 'disgusted' by Trump's behavior

"A lot of members have to take a hard look at this," said former Rep. Charlie Dent. "They can be more concerned about their election or their legacies." from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2rKEVB2

Dying man saw the new 'Star Wars' movie ahead of scheduled release

"He said he was just so very, very happy and couldn't believe it," the hospice CEO said of the terminally ill man's reaction. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2OXDmb2

Chicago officer investigated for body-slamming man to ground

A 41-second video a bystander posted to social media shows the officer pick the man up off his feet and throw him to the ground. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2q8uA1F

Massive fire at chemical plant in southeastern Texas contained

Flames from a massive fire at chemical plant TPC Group in southeastern Texas have finally been contained, 48 hours after twin explosions. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2P1XBnY

Nation's winningest high school football coach dies at 93

John McKissick recorded 621 victories and captured 10 state titles at Summerville High School from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/33EMiY1

Four kids killed in Thanksgiving car accident in Kansas

The family was traveling on Thanksgiving morning when their car left the roadway and crashed into a pond near the state's border with Nebraska. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/37T6Csc

Rockettes celebrate diversity at this year’s Christmas Spectacular

There are 13 new Rockettes at Radio City Music Hall this year, and Gadi Schwartz got a behind-the-scenes look at how the team is using its own unity to inspire audiences. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/34BKhNU

Prince Andrew ‘knows what happened,’ Virginia Roberts Giuffre says

In a new interview, Virginia Roberts Giuffre speaks out against Prince Andrew. She previously alleged that when she was a teenager, she had sex with Prince Andrew after being trafficked by Jeffrey Epstein. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2snE89A

Buying an Instant Pot? Here's what you need to know

Whether you’re finally jumping on the Instant Pot bandwagon, thinking about upgrading, or buying a pot as a gift, here’s what the pros say you should consider. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/37QsXGG

Iraq's prime minister submits resignation as deadly protests sweep country

The PM announced his intention to step down live on television the day after more than 40 protesters were killed in clashes with security forces. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2L8T1TP

Two victims killed in London Bridge stabbing attack declared 'terrorist incident'

Specialist officers were called in response to reports the attacker was wearing an explosive vest, which police said was probably a hoax device. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/34JgeUB

Three people wounded in stabbing attack in The Hague

The bloody assault happened in a busy shopping district, filled with holiday shoppers. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2L4RQVo

How Trump is encouraging an epidemic of antibiotic resistance

As warnings about bacteria becoming more resistant to antibiotics have reached a fevered pitch, the White House's response has been utter indifference. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2XYY9z6

Black Friday sales, climate protests kick off around the world

The annual Black Friday sales phenomenon kicked off as protests were expected around the world over environmental concerns and consumer culture. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2qONfQv

Some nursing homes are illegally evicting elderly and disabled residents who can't afford to pay

“You’re just a piece of garbage,” one evicted nursing home resident said. “They’ll kick you right out on the curb.” from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2OTtP4O

NFL player Josh Shaw suspended through 2020 for betting on games

“If you work in the NFL in any capacity, you may not bet on NFL football,” NFL Commissioner Robert Goodell said. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2qMv121

Alan Cumming: As an immigrant, the racism of anti-immigrant rhetoric is palpable

The idea that if you're pro-immigrant, you're anti-America, and if you're anti-immigration, you are pro-America is completely wrong. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2XX3uHg

Trump says Taliban talks back on, months after declaring them 'dead'

“The Taliban wants to make a deal, and we’re meeting with them,” the president said during an unannounced trip to Afghanistan on Thursday. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/33yRNra

Four kids killed in Thanksgiving car accident in Kansas

The family was traveling on Thanksgiving morning when their car left the roadway and crashed into a pond near the state's border with Nebraska. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2q4LNJj

In test of 'fake news' laws, Singapore tells Facebook to correct user's post

The government issued the order after a post containing accusations about the arrest of a supposed whistleblower and election rigging. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/34ATyph

Former GOP Rep. says some Republicans secretly 'disgusted' by Trump's behavior

Massive fire at chemical plant in southeastern Texas contained

Flames from a massive fire at chemical plant TPC Group in southeastern Texas have finally been contained, 48 hours after twin explosions. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/34xC4Kl

'Not the boys' club anymore': Eight women take a swing at the construction industry

Being the only woman on the job is a reality for many in NYC's construction sector. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2DwMmie

Dying man saw the new 'Star Wars' movie ahead of scheduled release

"He said he was just so very, very happy and couldn't believe it," the hospice CEO said of the terminally ill man's reaction. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2R6zPKe

Cryptocurrency expert accused of assisting North Korea in evading sanctions

1 dead, 22 rescued at border after heavy rains in California

U.S. Border Patrol agents and city rescue crews found 20 people in a drainage "tube" near San Diego. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/33wUKsx

Chicago officer investigated for body-slamming man to ground

A 41-second video a bystander posted to social media shows the officer pick the man up off his feet and throw him to the ground. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2q4LYEt

Nation's winningest high school football coach dies at 93

John McKissick recorded 621 victories and captured 10 state titles at Summerville High School from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/34xC4tP

Stray bullet strikes Baby Shark doll inches from sleeping Wisconsin toddler

Police collected 45 shell casings after fierce gun battle in the college town. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2Dt7EwS

Two Americans dead, five injured in Belize bus accident

"Sadly, two guests have died and the five others remain hospitalized, with one guest already transported back to the U.S for medical care," Carnival Cruise Line said. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/34H7ZrK

Man killed Chicago student because she ignored his catcalls, police say

The man thought Ruth George was pretty and became angry when she ignored his advances, prosecutors said in court documents. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2rzebn9

Trump makes surprise Thanksgiving visit to troops in Afghanistan

The trip comes almost a year after the president made a surprise visit to troops stationed in Iraq, his first to a combat zone since he took office. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/34vsJ5W

Trump's trade war squeezes the juice out of Maine's wild blueberry business

Not all crops are created equal. Maine’s iconic and endangered wild blueberry business did not get a trade-war bailout from the Trump administration. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2QYjBCL

Why the "Bob's Burgers" Thanksgiving episodes are the best holiday specials on TV

Thanksgiving with the imperfect, lovable, hilarious Belcher family — and my brother — finally makes me feel like I am home. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/37IBf3n

Parade volunteers fought with gusty winds in the city as the parade was allowed to continue with balloons at a lower height. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2pZtYey

America might be divided now, but we've overcome much worse (and can again)

History teaches that today’s divisions, though serious, are not worse than those America has endured — and overcome — in the past. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/33tFyfB

From masala-fried turkey to sticky rice stuffing, this is Thanksgiving in America

“Just thinking about these incredible traditions that we’ve adapted to our different cultures makes me think about the wonderful aspects of diversity,” Rep. Judy Chu said. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/33qxFaN

Accomplished free solo climber Brad Gobright dies in climbing accident

As the pair were making their decent at 3:30 p.m. on Wednesday, Gobright and another climber fell from their route down the side of the cliff, state police told NBC News. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2pZ7OJl

49-carat diamond among nearly 20 jewels stolen in German museum heist

Dresden’s Grünes Gewölbe museum confirmed 17 items, including pieces belonging to Bavarian queens, were stolen in Monday's heist. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2rDVMW9

Meet Charli D'Amelio, TikTok's newest viral teen celebrity

Charli D'Amelio is TikTok's newest star. At 15, she's learning to navigate fame, trolls and teenage life in the internet's viral spotlight. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/37IBcVf

Democrats dream about defeating Mitch McConnell. Can they do it?

The Senate majority leader is the least popular senator in the country and faces a credible opponent trying to take his seat. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2Os2tUr

What to buy (and what to skip) on Black Friday

Navigate the chaos, land the hottest deals and maximize your savings with these expert tips. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2Os2tnp

'Knives Out' keeps you guessing until the very end. Agatha Christie would be proud.

"Knives Out" is nearly a full century removed from Poirot’s 1921 debut. But the conditions of modern-day America turn out to mirror those of Agatha Christie’s time. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/33qxCvD

'Supergirl' star says she was victim of domestic abuse

“It’s still hard for me to dissect what I was thinking and feeling that kept me from stopping what felt like a runaway freight train," Melissa Benoist said. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/33nIyu4

New York Apple Punch: The perfect batch cocktail for Thanksgiving

Serve up a craft cocktail, without spending hours shaking behind the bar, with this simple recipe. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2Os2sjl

The best shows to binge watch over Thanksgiving, according to psychologists

20 shows that will offer you some much needed emotional support after all that family time. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/35KzTDz

Zhuzh up store-bought crescent rolls with this simple trick

With a quick brush of pesto and a sprinkle of Parmesan, your favorite refrigerated dough becomes something extra special. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/33qxxrP

Don't make these Thanksgiving food safety mistakes

What a food safety specialist wants you to know about cooking and storing those Thanksgiving eats safely. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2ssYoH5

Talking turkey: A Butterball help hotline operator answers your burning questions

Carol Miller, a Butterball Turkey Talk Line expert for 36 years, shares her tips for cooking up a better Thanksgiving feast. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/37IPy8l

3 DIY holiday centerpieces in under 30 minutes

A professional event designer shows you how to create simple DIY centerpieces and table décor hacks using things you already have around your home. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/35Jye0U

Martha Stewart says this is the easiest way to host Thanksgiving dinner

A new survey found that Thanksgiving dinner hosts will spend an average of $310.17 this year for about 10 guests. Stay sane and save money with these tips. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/33Ak5Sw

This roasted Brussels sprouts recipe will be your new favorite side

Boring Brussels sprouts are transformed thanks to the magic of Parmesan and balsamic vinegar. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2qTHrVL

Shortcuts and a need for speed: Inside Amazon's delivery ramp up

NBC News spoke with 18 people in 11 states who detailed safety problems across the e-commerce giant’s delivery operation as the company aggressively ramped up its delivery volume. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2QZS0kK

Don't take a photo of that turkey! The case against Thanksgiving food porn

Even seemingly small actions, like posting on social media, can play a role in upholding or resisting unnecessarily harmful systems — notably the horrible factory farm system. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/37JLX9W

Giuliani calls Trump to tell him he was joking about having an 'insurance policy'

"He shouldn’t joke, he is not a funny guy," said Rudy Giuliani's lawyer, Robert Costello, who insisted he make the call to emphasize he had not been serious. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2qSWhvx

Alabama remains confirmed to be those of Aniah Blanchard

"Additional charges are forthcoming" in the cases of two men charged with kidnapping Blanchard, the stepdaughter of UFC fighter Walt Harris, police said. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2OQvVlX

Trump approves legislation backing Hong Kong protesters

Congress passed a second bill, which Trump also signed, banning the export to the Hong Kong police of crowd-control munitions, such as teargas, pepper spray, rubber bullets and stun guns. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2XTeaGC

Admin projected it would separate 26,000 migrant kids at border, DHS watchdog says

A new DHS inspector general report also says the Trump administration knew it lacked the technology to track and reunite children with their parents. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/33rOIt8

Celebrity British chef Gary Rhodes dies suddenly at 59

Tributes poured in from Rhodes' peers, including Gordon Ramsay, who called Rhodes a fantastic chef who put British cuisine on the map. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2pXIzHv

In her TikTok makeup tutorial, a Trojan Horse message about Uighur Muslims is revealed

"A few years back people didn't know what Uighur was ... now I see non-Muslim people making these videos and spreading awareness," one TikTok user said. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2pWqSIe

Why Trump Jr.'s contentious bestseller 'Triggered' sparked literary controversy

The scandal may ultimately be more about the list itself then the authors scratching and clawing their way to the top of it. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/37Hnbao

From price comparisons to package tracking, there's a Black Friday app for that

Your smartphone is your best friend this holiday season, whether it’s helping you save money, compare prices, or track online packages all in one place. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2rAY08J

The best shows to binge watch over Thanksgiving, according to psychologists

20 shows that will offer you some much needed emotional support after all that family time. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2XQI1zJ

Top climber survives 'wild sideways fall' off Yosemite's El Capitan

"I actually feel better than I thought I would," Harrington told "Today" after leaving the hospital. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/34DXoOg

Dog walker arrested after home camera catches her allegedly stealing from client

A woman booked through the dog-walking app Wag can be seen in home surveillance video allegedly ransacking a customer's New York home. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2OOhMG1

Buying a laptop? Read this first.

Before you buy your next laptop, be sure you know what all of the numbers plastering it mean. We break it all down for you below. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2XUAuj6

Ukraine denounces Apple for calling Crimea part of Russia in apps

Russia and Ukraine have both been highly sensitive to the way global companies identify Crimea. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2XRy05n

Julián Castro's Thanksgiving message: Make hunger a national priority

“One of my earliest memories is of a family friend bringing a box with food in it from the food bank," the Democratic presidential candidate says. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2qQQNS8

When it comes to access to clean water, 'race is still strongest determinant,' report says

The U.S. has two water crises: Failing infrastructure and a silent one ... race, said the report's author. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2L1QTx0

Judge puts brief hold on McGahn testimony order

House lawyers told the judge that a longer stay that lasted throughout the appeals process "would impair the House’s ongoing impeachment inquiry." from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2Dp3aHO

Trump says he didn't direct Giuliani's Ukraine efforts. Witnesses say otherwise.

"No, I didn't direct him," Trump said in an interview on Tuesday, appearing to distance himself from his personal lawyer. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2XYSk4H

New York Apple Punch: The perfect batch cocktail for Thanksgiving

Serve up a craft cocktail, without spending hours shaking behind the bar, with this simple recipe. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/35EWXna

School bus driver arrested after allegedly drinking beer while driving kids

The driver had more than 30 elementary school kids on her bus as she allegedly drank beers cloaked in paper bags. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2rtv2Ia

FAA will now individually review every single new 737 Max before delivery

"Public interest and safety in air commerce require that the FAA retain authority to issue airworthiness certificates," the agency said. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2XTefdo

Diversity marks latest class of U.S. Rhodes Scholars

“When I received the scholarship, I started to think about how I would make a difference here." from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/34y5UyE

Two OMB staffers quit after expressing frustration about frozen Ukraine aid, top official says

"I never want to attribute that as the, you know, sole purpose for an individual's actions, but I am aware of their frustrations in that area, yes," Sandy said. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2DkUulI

They stole jewels so valued they are 'priceless.' Here's how they'll try to sell them.

“The fact that these are precious cultural objects to Saxons and the world means nothing to these criminals,” one expert said. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2OocC4E

Talking turkey: A Butterball help hotline operator answers your burning questions

Carol Miller, a Butterball Turkey Talk Line expert for 36 years, shares her tips for cooking up a better Thanksgiving feast. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/34nV8Lh

'Cross your fingers': Storms threaten Thanksgiving travel around U.S.

Strong winds could also determine whether balloons will fly at the iconic Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2qPB5qf

New race, same homophobia: Roy Moore laments 'moral' times

U.S. Senate candidate and former Alabama Chief Justice Roy Moore called for a return to “moral” times, before gay marriage, sodomy and abortion were legal. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2skUFv6

Deaths among middle-aged adults reversing life expectancy trends

Women, racial minorities and people living in the Ohio Valley are hit hardest by this "distinctly American phenomenon." from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2DmDjjy

German man dies after his dog licks him

Exposure to bacteria commonly found in dogs' mouths was enough to send the man into a deadly septic shock. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/35zZYVM

Trump: Pardoned Thanksgiving turkeys have 'already received subpoenas'

At the annual White House event Tuesday, the president joked that the birds had been summoned "to appear in Adam Schiff's basement on Thursday." from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/34qkbgx

Influential neo-Nazi eats at soup kitchens, lives in government housing

In his writings, James Mason advocates waging war against "the system." But at 67 and living in Denver, he's now dependent on it. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2QSeGDu

'I thought there was glass': Grandfather breaks silence on toddler's cruise ship fall

"I saw her fall the whole way down,” Salvatore Anello said of 18-month-old Chloe Wiegand's death. “I think for awhile I was just in shock.” from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/37IFQCA

Wildfire near Santa Barbara threatens thousands of homes

The Cave fire burning Tuesday on mountains north of Santa Barbara in Southern California forced as many as 6,300 people from their homes. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2OMta51

Robert Redford: America is in crisis. It's time to rid ourselves of Trump.

This monarchy in disguise has been so exhausting and chaotic, it’s not in the least bit surprising so many citizens are disillusioned. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2DmDf3i

Jupiter's Great Red Spot isn't dying, researchers say

Observations from the 1800s indicated that Jupiter’s spot was once more than four times the diameter of Earth. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/37GuhMp

Philadelphia Eagles lineman says he was sidelined due to debilitating anxiety

The offensive lineman said he is not "ashamed or embarrassed" by his condition. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2sl5nlk

5 foods that don't deserve their bad reputations

If you've been avoiding potatoes, bananas, cereal, and soy because you've heard they're unhealthy, think again. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2rsWh5D

Deadly superbug MRSA can linger on surfaces in the home for months

But good hygiene can help prevent the bacteria from spreading. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2QUEQ8M

Zhuzh up store-bought crescent rolls with this simple trick

With a quick brush of pesto and a sprinkle of Parmesan, your favorite refrigerated dough becomes something extra special. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/34p9XNA

Scarlett Johansson says she 'mishandled' transgender casting controversy

"I felt terribly about it," Johansson told Vanity Fair. "To feel like you’re kind of tone-deaf to something is not a good feeling.” from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2DlczA0

Chris Watts owes parents of slain pregnant wife $6 million, judge rules

Frank and Sandy Rzucek filed the civil suit against Watts on Nov. 19, 2018, the same day he was sentenced to three consecutive sentences of life in prison. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/37HKC3i

Ousted Papa John's founder vows 'day of reckoning'

After claiming he ate 40 pizzas in 30 days, John Schnatter said, "The way they're making the pizza is just not fundamental to what makes a Papa John's pizza." from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2XMUynK

'Speak English. We're in America,' Texas substitute teacher tells El Paso student

“Teachers and all school staff are meant to be leaders and mentors to our children — not racists who harbor anti-immigrant sentiments,” the president of a national Latino group said. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2rq3Lq2

White House budget office formally held Ukraine aid on same day as Trump-Zelenskiy call

While the first letter to withhold Ukraine aid was signed by a career official, subsequent letters to freeze the money were signed by a political appointee, a summary of the OMB documents shows. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2XMyzxg

Mother of man shot and killed by officer at Alabama mall files lawsuit

EJ Bradford was trying to protect people and assist a shooting victim when he was shot and killed by a Hoover police officer, his family said in a suit. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2roUXk5

HIV from a hug? Misinformation persists among young Americans, study finds

A new study reveals millennials and those in Gen Z are surprisingly uninformed about the virus and how it spreads. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/37FujE3

Chicago man charged with strangling college student in campus garage

“We have shed many tears for her over the last three days,” a school official said. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2DiYnYp

Florida man tried to enlist ISIS to attack colleges that suspended, expelled him

Court documents say Salman Rashid targeted two deans after he was suspended for sending threatening text messages to a female student. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/33qmyik

Chinese woman to be deported for trespassing at Mar-a-Lago

Yujing Zhang first said she wanted to use the pool at Trump's club in Florida, then said she was at Mar-a-Lago for a conference that had been canceled. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2XJn6ys

Meet first trans woman to be a Rhodes scholar

Hera Jay Brown, a transgender woman from Tennessee, will join two nonbinary Rhodes scholars at the University of Oxford next year. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2Ojx722

Prosecutors seeking info on payments to Rudy Giuliani

Prosecutors are examining payments to Giuliani as they investigate two of his associates, Florida businessmen Lev Parnas and Igor Fruman. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2qBk5UT

Former White House counsel Don McGahn must obey subpoena to testify before Congress, judge rules

The same question about White House immunity — this one related to the impeachment inquiry — is pending before another judge in Washington. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2Okp9px

Defense secretary says Trump ordered him to allow SEAL in war crimes case to keep status

Trump frequently spoke out about the case, accusing the department of mishandling disciplinary action against Gallagher. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2XQlClV

Surveillance video shows thieves using axe during Dresden jewerly heist

"This is an attack on the cultural identity of all Saxons and the state of Saxony," an official said. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2QT3OFo

CO2 in Earth's atmosphere hits record high, scientists say in ominous report

Carbon dioxide traps heat from the sun and can linger in the atmosphere for centuries. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/37BYCM6

Who has more to fear from Bloomberg: The Democrats or Trump?

While rival campaigns in the 2020 race dismissed Tom Steyer's money and Deval Patrick's late entry, they're not as quick to write off Bloomberg's billions. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2XOc6zD

Utah student killed by abusive ex was ignored due to 'gender stereotypes,' parents say

University of Utah officials failed to protect track star Lauren McCluskey through "deliberate indifference," her parent's claim in court documents. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2OL2dP7

DNA confirms remains are those of missing Florida 5-year-old Taylor Rose Williams

The human remains were found in Alabama, and the girl's mother faces felony charges of child neglect and providing false information to police. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2KQ2Be8

Uber loses license in London over 'pattern of failures' by company

A key issue identified was a change to the ride-hailing company's systems that allowed unauthorized drivers to upload their photos to other accounts. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/33jWh55

T.I. says comments on daughter's virginity were 'misconstrued'

"All of this false narrative has just been sensationalized," T.I. told Jada Pinkett Smith on "Red Table Talk." from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/33grYfv

Human remains in Alabama believed to be missing 19-year-old Aniah Blanchard

The remains, found Monday in a wooded area in Shorter, Alabama, are thought to be those of the stepdaughter of UFC fighter Walt Harris. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/33lyqC6

'Watchmen's' flawed take on criminal justice recycles the hero black cop trope

For "Watchmen," the alternative to a racist white police force is not black activism or collective action. It's simply a better, blacker police officer. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2OkXpkx

Apple delays movie theater release of 'The Banker'

“The Banker” is based on the real-life story of two African American businessmen in the 1960s who sought to help people overcome racial barriers in banking. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2KUmSza

Pro-democracy landslide in Hong Kong vote prompts stern response from China

For months, Hong Kong protesters have been demanding that China loosen its grip on the former British colony. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/37EZ9g2

Taylor Swift smashes American Music Award record

Swift made no mention of her dispute with Scooter Braun — but she wore a white shirt printed with the titles of old albums he now controls. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/33mU2Oi

Supreme Court blocks subpoena for Trump financial records

The ruling blocks a House subpoena directing Trump's accounting firm to turn over financial documents, giving the president a temporary legal victory. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2QTTgWv

Mother seeks answers in September disappearance of daughter

Jennifer Gonzalez was last heard from on September 3, 2019. The Hinesville, Georgia Police Department is investigating her disappearance. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2OOADAy

Dramatic Swiss glacier retreat captured in old photos

More than 500 Swiss glaciers have already vanished, and the government says 90 percent of the remaining 1,500 will go by the end of the century if nothing is done to cut emissions. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2QR4Amr

Chicago college student found dead in campus parking garage

The body of Ruth George, an undergrad at the University of Illinois, was found in the back of a family car; person of interest in custody. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2DgZAza

Boy thrown from Mall of America balcony 'now walking perfectly'

"He gets out of the car every morning happy and blows kisses all the way in!" Landen's family said. "He's a strong, happy boy." from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/33iT6ue

Who has more to fear from Bloomberg: The Democrats or Trump?

Pro-democracy candidates win big in election viewed as referendum on protests

“This is the power of democracy," said one former protester who won a seat in Sunday's election. "This is a democratic tsunami." from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2OhPapF

Plane precariously dangles upside down from power lines in Minnesota

The sole passenger of the plane, Thomas Koskovich, 65, was not injured. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2OGtPoF

Navy Secretary Richard Spencer fired in dispute over SEAL

Spencer opposed President Donald Trump's order that Chief Petty Officer Eddie Gallagher remain in the elite SEALs. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/35FZBt1

Secret Chinese documents reveal inner workings of Muslim detention camps

Beijing claims they’re vocational centers. But a cache of leaked records show the sites were designed to be run like prisons. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/33dNIZl

X doesn't mark the spot: As Millennials and Baby Boomers feud, a generation is left out

Generation X has largely earned a reputation for being cynical and disconnected politically. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2rouYco

Rain, snow forecast to pound much of U.S. as millions travel for Thanksgiving

The American Automobile Association said that more than 49 million people plan on driving to their holiday destination — the most since 2005. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2qyd5YS

Browns owner wears Myles Garrett's number, fans whack Mason Rudolph piñata with helmet

Cleveland Browns co-owner Dee Haslam was wearing the number 95 on Sunday, seemingly in support of Garrett, who's suspended indefinitely by the NFL. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/37te39n

Democrats' impeachment strategy errors could have alarming historic consequences

If impeachment fails, retrospectives on the process will wonder where it all went wrong. And the answer to that question may be obvious. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2QOMcKK

Michael Bloomberg launches 2020 presidential bid

"We cannot afford four more years of President Trump’s reckless and unethical actions," Bloomberg said. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/35FZBcv

Trump laments not hosting G-7 at his golf resort weeks after backing off the idea

"Very stupid people thought I would gain," Trump tweeted. "Wrong!" from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/37zxUDP

At least 25 dead as plane crashes into homes in Congo

A small passenger plane carrying at least 17 people crashed shortly after takeoff Sunday in Congo’s eastern city of Goma. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/33dB5Oc

The perfect side dish for tonight — and salad topper the next day

These caramelized chunks of soft, fragrant squash are great as a holiday side dish or as topping for a salad or grain bowl. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/34i1HPo

Nunes dodges questions about allegations he sought dirt on Biden from Ukraine

"I really want to answer all these questions, and I promise you I absolutely will come back on the show and answer these questions," Nunes told Fox News. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2rmoMSi

Record flooding pushes a new worry on Venice: Fleeing Venetians

Inhabitants are used to seasonal deluges but were not prepared for recent onslaughts, which plunged more than 80 percent of the city under water. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/37vFtLT

Boris Johnson may just have met his match: The voting public

The test for the Johnson, who is fighting his first election as prime minister, is how he acts when the laughter stops. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/35tdNVZ

K-pop star Goo Hara dead at 28

The former member of the five-part girl group Kara was found dead on Sunday at her home in Seoul, South Korea. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2DawotO

On 'SNL' Trump orders no quid pro quo, only 'two large pies'

Gordon Sondland, played by Will Farrell, says, "Keep the quid pro quo on the low-low." from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/35uCHEI

Woman, two boys killed after their SUV collides with Amtrak train

The boys' grandfather told a local newspaper that their grandmother was taking them camping when their SUV was struck by a train. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2qxx3mB

'The global version of Watergate': Democrats confident in impeachment case after open hearings

"There's not a Democrat who watched the last two weeks and said, 'Gosh, this is a weaker case than I thought it was,'" said Rep. Jim Himes. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/37zxUnj

154 pounds of bologna seized at Mexican border by U.S. customs officials

The seizure was made at the Bridge of the Americas international crossing in El Paso, Texas, on Thursday morning, according to a press release. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2D9zDlk

Dems overlearned the lessons of 2016. They're not as vulnerable as they think.

The party has over-learned the lessons of 2016 and is scared of its own shadow. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2XI1IJG

Yale-Harvard game disrupted by climate protesters storming field

More than 150 Yale and Harvard students, alumni, faculty rushed onto the field to demand that the two universities divest from fossil fuels. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2DdyzN6

Disappearance of UFC fighter's stepdaughter leads to a 2nd arrest

The 19-year-old college student was last seen at a convenience store in Auburn, Alabama, on Oct. 23. Her stepdad is UFC star Walt Harris. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2XGNHfk

Stranger hacks into baby monitor, tells child, 'I love you'

The Chinese manufacturer has been criticized for making devices that are easy to access without authorization. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2rpzEPd

Amtrak train collides with vehicle, causing multiple fatalities

The crash occurred around Jupiter, Florida, on Saturday afternoon. Tracks were closed as authorities investigated the accident. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/33fYApR

Flu season is picking up, particularly in the South and the West

Though flu activity is picking up, it's not too late to get a flu shot. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2pGKn7s

'Frozen 2' sequel may charm fans — but there's a hidden cost for Disney

Bringing a fairy tale to life and then locking it away is no longer the height of exclusivity. But part of what made these princesses special was they weren’t trotted out in sequels. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2DdfZ81

Martha Stewart says this is the easiest way to host Thanksgiving dinner

14 cool and functional gifts women actually want (and will use)

Gift ideas she'll actually use — and will make her life better. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2QMDdtu

In Venezuela, cybercrime emerges as a lucrative gig

Hacking efforts are particularly lucrative for Venezuelans as they are sold for cryptocurrency, a welcome alternative to the country’s own currency, which has endured rapid inflation. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2DbIgf3

17-year old karate champion competes in a hijab

“I don’t really care how people see me. It’s more like I care how I see myself,” Aprar Hassan said. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2KKBWiQ

A 25-year-old went missing. Then her ex-boyfriend took his own life.

John Ozbilgen, 29, who died by suicide from hanging, was a person of interest in the disappearance of his ex-girlfriend Stephanie Parze. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/33dggCy

U.S. reversal leaves settlers cheering, Palestinians fearful of next pro-Israel shift

The Trump administration on Monday reversed the decadeslong U.S. position that Israeli settlements in the West Bank are illegal. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2OCaCo4

New witnesses in the House impeachment hearings, refugees rescued on the Aegean, Bei Bei arrives in China and more. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2KNHd9r

9-month-old was to be removed from life support, judge stepped in

"Our care team has done everything they can" to keep Tinslee Lewis alive, Cook Children's Medical Center said. But she "shows no signs of improvement." from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2KNvQ1i

U.S. man in Mexican hospital with $16K is getting help from Tyler Perry

An Atlanta man was "near death" when he was checked into a Mexican hospital after falling ill on a cruise. The private hospital requires bills be paid in full before patients leave. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/33kL5oY

A teacher threw away student art on Black Lives Matter, says ACLU

When four students created art projects in support of the Black Lives Matter movement, the teacher allegedly threw those posters away and made students do the assignment over. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/33cQwpJ

Forgotten history: Chicano student walkouts changed Texas, but inequities remain

The student walkouts over subpar classes, lack of equipment and an unequal education system led to San Antonio's first Latino schools superintendent. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/35rfYcA

Driver allegedly looking cellphone caused crash, killing woman

Moments before the crash, Alexandra Mansonet received a text about dinner plans, prosecutors said. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/35s9A4N

3 DIY holiday centerpieces in under 30 minutes

A professional event designer shows you how to create simple DIY centerpieces and table décor hacks using things you already have around your home. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2D7Frf0

'France's shame': Thousands protest in Paris against domestic violence

France has among the highest rates of domestic violence in Europe. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2XGZTwJ

Mike Pence makes unannounced visit to Iraq to visit U.S. troops

The surprise trip comes weeks after President Trump said he would be withdrawing 1,000 U.S. troops from the Turkish border with Syria. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2XMohx1

U.S. military says unmanned drone lost over Libyan capital

Fighting has raged between rival groups for control of Tripoli for months. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2KPWNBl

'Baby Yoda' owns the internet. What does that mean for the future of 'Star Wars'?

The pointy-eared tyke has become a generation-spanning meme, an all-purpose totem of cuteness and the subject of frenzied fan theories. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/35sVvUY

Jerry Sandusky resentenced to 30 to 60 years, same as before

The former Penn State assistant football coach was convicted of 45 counts of child sexual abuse in 2012. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2OxlPGw

Watch as Florida man's dog puts car in reverse, circles cul-de-sac for an hour

The incident happened in Port St. Lucie when the dog's owner made a wrong turn, pulled over and then got out of the car leaving the dog named Max inside. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/35pWiWt

Trump-Zuckerberg 2020? Might as well, says an activist upset by false ads

A series of digital billboard ads were purchased by a professional marketer who also filed papers to run for governor of California so he could run false ads on Facebook. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2KGRxA3

'I'll go die for you': Texts show student's alleged abuse before boyfriend's suicide

Inyoung You and her boyfriend, Alexander Urtula, shared a toxic relationship, prosecutors say, and she sent him more than 47,000 texts in the two months before his suicide. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2QMksX9

Flu season is picking up, particularly in the South and the West

Though flu activity is picking up, it's not too late to get a flu shot. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/35n8l6Q

2 potential school shooting threats thwarted in Los Angeles County

In one incident, investigators say they found an AR-15 rifle, 100 rounds of ammunition, a list of intended targets and a drawing of a school's layout. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2OBxzYr

University says can't fire prof over 'racist, sexist, and homophobic' views

The university provost said she condemns "in the strongest terms, Professor Rasmusen’s views on race, gender, and sexuality," but that is not a reason to violate the Constitution. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2Ogdybb

Why Netanyahu's indictment hurts Trump, and Trump's impeachment hurts Netanyahu

Each faces corruption allegations that put them in perilous straits, and the political crutch each has afforded the other no longer carries much weight. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2OEfbOG

'Frightening' online transphobia has real-life consequences, advocates say

Social media is “both the best thing” and “also the worst” to happen to the trans community, one transgender advocate said. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/33dKZ2j

Scooter Braun appeals to Taylor Swift, says feud has led to death threats

"It is important that you understand that your words carry a tremendous amount of weight," the music executive said in a post to Swift. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2KN0fwD

Navy defies Trump's clemency of SEAL to save its institutional integrity

The Pentagon's effort to discipline a rogue SEAL despite presidential intervention shows the military understands it needs to get elite units in order. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2XF5l37

Sacha Baron Cohen slams Facebook as 'greatest propaganda machine in history'

"It only seems fair to say to Facebook, YouTube and Twitter, ‘Your product is defective, you are obliged to fix it,'" the actor said in a speech to the Anti-Defamation League. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2Db6EgN

Woman sues Christian school over same-sex marriage expulsion

"Students are informed of and explicitly agree to abide by" the school's Christian standards, the Fuller Theological Seminary said. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2sa0Dim

11 gay-friendly small cities in big red states

From West Virginia to Alaska, LGBTQ-inclusive cities can be found across the U.S., according to Human Rights Campaign's annual Municipal Equality Index. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/35n8kQk

Former CIA Director: We worried arming Ukraine would hand technology to Russian spies

Under Obama the military opposed giving Javelin missiles to Ukraine because of fear Russia would get access to sensitive tech, said ex-CIA chief Brennan." from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2D7G08z

This roasted Brussels sprouts recipe will be your new favorite side

Boring Brussels sprouts are transformed thanks to the magic of Parmesan and balsamic vinegar. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2OFdWP9

A mom grieving 4-year-old daughter was pinned to ground by police

"How they approached her was definitely defined by what they think her class was," the woman's brother said. "It's something we don't talk enough about: how the police treat the poor." from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/37EPc2u

Hammer-wielding man yelled gay slur, pushed subway rider on tracks, NYPD says

Police say the attack is being investigated as “a possible bias crime.” from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/3388bid

10 best memoirs by LGBTQ authors to read in 2019

It's National Memoir Writing Month. Here are some great memoirs to check out from the last few years. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2QIj9bK

Cuba lays out rules governing surveillance, informants

A new decree approved by President Miguel Díaz-Canel says prosecutors can approve eavesdropping and surveillance of any form of communication. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/34aK3gs

Woman who called 911 for pizza was really reporting domestic violence

"This is the wrong number to order a pizza," the dispatcher said, then added shortly after, "I’m getting you now, OK. ... The guy still there?" from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/35oh4G7

Fact check: Trump's false claims about Ukraine, DNC server

A day earlier, a key impeachment witness — Trump's former Russia expert — called this conspiracy a "fictional narrative" that serves Moscow's interests. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2rgMT4Y

6 things we learned from Hill and Holmes' impeachment testimony

Holmes and Hill were the last witnesses to testify this week after days of public hearings in the House impeachment inquiry. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2D4dEMx

Former White House aide Fiona Hill tangles with GOP lawmakers over Ukraine meddling claims

Hill described Ambassador to the E.U. Gordon Sondland as running "domestic political errand" that would "blow up." from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2D4rlez

Trump's notes turned into song lyrics by Twitter users

"When the photo of Trump's notes started circulating, my first inclination was that they looked like emo Trump lyrics," said one musician. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2OwSbRG

Browns' Myles Garrett's indefinite suspension upheld for helmet attack

The Pittsburgh Steelers said Rudolph denied making any disparaging remark before he was struck by Garrett, who tried to appeal his suspension. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2ObnIcM

Benjamin Netanyahu is charged with bribery, fraud, breach of trust

The Israeli prime minister has denied any wrongdoing and said he is the victim of a politically orchestrated "witch hunt." from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2pJnbWm

House Democrats ask Supreme Court to let them get hold of Trump financial documents

The House Oversight Committee issued a subpoena in April for the records. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/35gHk5c

Several new Epstein accusers expected to sue his estate

Lawyers told a New York judge they were still fielding calls from alleged victims of the accused sex trafficker who died by suicide in August. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/35pxYUJ

Coldplay to pause touring, citing environmental reasons

Chris Martin, the band's frontman, said the carbon footprint of group's tour is too large to justify. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/37qUbnd

Michael Bloomberg files paperwork to enter 2020 Democratic primary

But the former New York City mayor's team said that he still had not officially decided to join the race. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/337uk0b

Snowboard pioneer Jake Burton Carpenter dies at 65

The company sponsored pretty much every top rider at one time or another — from Shaun White to Kelly Clark to Chloe Kim. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2rZoYqS

America's frats breed racism. This is a feature of the Greek system, not a bug.

It should come as no surprise that hyper-segregated and racially privileged organizations produce members that engage in racist activities. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2qDKFN1

Trump says he won't allow Navy to act against SEAL who posed with ISIS corpse

Navy SEAL Edward Gallagher was ordered dropped in rank after he was found guilty of posing with the corpse of a teenage ISIS fighter. Trump last week reversed the order. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2KK3gxD

OSU president dogged by Strauss sex abuse scandal announces retirement

Michael V. Drake announced he would be stepping down next year, a day after getting a raise — but not a bonus — from the OSU trustees. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2s6TAqG

Utah woman fights criminal charge after kids see her topless at home

She says she and her husband had taken off their shirts to keep their clothes from getting dusty while they worked in their garage. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2OvrfBQ

18 gifts that make traveling better and easier

From suitcases to headphones to skin care products, we've rounded up the very best travel gifts for the holiday season. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2O6tYCG

Brenda Song says she was told she wasn't 'Asian enough' for 'Crazy Rich Asians'

In an interview with Teen Vogue, Brenda Song claimed she was told her "image was basically not Asian enough, in not so many words." from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2KJrLLw

Hard work + determination = success? Not to Asian Americans in California, poll finds

A joint survey showed that roughly 55 percent of AAPI surveyed in California disagree with the narrative of “pulling yourself up by the bootstraps.” from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2Oa5TLf

Bacteria-infected mosquitoes take bite out of deadly dengue

The mosquitoes are bred to carry bacteria that are harmless to humans. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2qDqtdY

Trump campaign adviser says gays an 'abomination,' men prefer 'handmaidens'

Clarence Mason Weaver, an advisory board member of the Trump campaign's “Black Voices for Trump” coalition, has a history of anti-LGBTQ and misogynistic remarks. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/34bUsID

Black Atlanta revels in the 'Super Bowl' of presidential debates

“To have the Democratic debate for the highest office in the land on a former Confederate Army base now owned by an African American speaks to certain dreams being realized." from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2KLYIqK

Radar scans locate 145 graves on Florida high school campus

The graves are believed to be part of the one-acre historic Ridgewood Cemetery, a paupers' burial ground in Tampa, Florida, that dates back to 1942. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/34kaWPb

Man shot on tarmac of Vegas airport after attacking officers, police say

Authorities said the suspect knocked one Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department officer unconscious at McCarran International Airport. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/34aCiHk

Actor John Leguizamo wants to showcase a Latino superhero — and he's looking for a little help

“I want to show people that if you grow up underprivileged, that can become your superpower,” he told NBC News. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/35nRRvh

Sondland says all the president's men focused on Biden probe

Analysis: The ambassador did not accuse the president of bribery — but implicated Trump and several of his closest advisers in putting personal political interests ahead of the country's. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2raQMZ1

6 big takeaways from Gordon Sondland's impeachment testimony

Sondland pointed the finger at Trump, Pompeo, Bolton and several other key administration figures over nearly 7 hours of explosive public testimony. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/37hNPGC

Trump, White House scramble to respond to Sondland 'quid pro quo' testimony

The ambassador to the E.U. delivered what some Trump allies outside the White House viewed as a significant setback in attempts to defend the president.. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2reRKni

Pete Buttigieg in the crossfire at MSNBC debate

Analysis: How the South Bend mayor handles his time in the center of the crucible is one of the top things to watch when the field faces off in Atlanta Wednesday night. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/35n78wx

Prince Andrew steps away from public duties over Epstein ties

The British royal said it has become clear over the past few days that circumstances around his past ties to Jeffrey Epstein have "become a major disruption to my family’s work." from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/35me3WS

Lori Loughlin pleads not guilty to new charges in college admissions scandal

The "Full House" star and her fashion designer husband are fighting federal indictments. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/37lJWR4

Navy seeks to eject sailor championed by Trump from SEALs

Chief Petty Officer Edward Gallagher was convicted of posing with an ISIS fighter's corpse, but President Donald Trump overturned his punishment. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/35pJqzP

State Department asked to probe top diplomats' use of personal cellphones

Sen. Robert Menendez says diplomats should be punished if they used unsecure devices to conduct "sensitive national security business.” from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2Oupy7M

Man who raped Jehovah's Witness girls sentenced to 5 years in prison

"It’s finally over. This chapter is finally closed," Moriah Hughes, who was 14 when then-25-year-old Elihu Rodriguez sexually abused her, said. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2O5ypxL

'People are afraid': Racist manifesto at Syracuse University sparks scare

"People need to understand this is not a joke and it does take a toll on people's emotional stability," one student said. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2QDgmAM

Netanyahu rival fails to form government, deepening Israel uncertainty

Benny Gantz's failure to form a government raises the prospect of Israel holding its third national election in less than a year. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2O3EaMm

Anti-Semitic threat sent to Syracuse staff, chancellor vows action on 'hateful incidents'

The university is working with New York State Police and the FBI to investigate the emailed threat, the latest in at least 12 racist incidents this month. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/35pJM9l

Carolyn Maloney chosen as first woman to lead House Oversight panel

She succeeds the late Rep. Elijah Cummings of Maryland, who died last month. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2ql4k4h

Apple breaks ground on $1 billion Texas campus as Trump tours manufacturing facility

The two leaders appear to have frank discussions despite their differences on policies such as immigration and climate change. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2O6Ds0Y

Police used Google location data to find an accused bank robber. He says that's illegal.

"Cases like this aren't just about criminal defendants," an ACLU lawyer said. "It's about all of our rights under the Constitution." from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2Ose1ps

Misleading Ukraine story spreads among conservatives on social media

The article offered conservatives and Trump loyalists a welcome alternative to the day’s news. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2O6gya4

The gender wage gap is highest for Latinas with post-secondary degrees

Latinas have made historic workforce, educational and political gains, but they're still playing catch-up on wages. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2pCf261

Utah man jailed for allegedly raping teen tried to hire hitman to kill her, police say

Kristoffer Jones allegedly said the girl could be killed in a drive-by shooting, by being hit by a car or by injecting her with insulin. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2Op2Q0A

Dramatic video shows Amtrak train crushing a car left on New Jersey tracks

The train slammed into a disabled 2012 Toyota Camry and launched it into a parked police vehicle. There were no injuries. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2OtXKk0

Pre-made chicken Caesar salad possibly linked to E. coli outbreak

The CDC announced an investigation into an E. coli outbreak that's sickened 17 people in 8 states. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2rdIQGk

Authorities race to find autistic Wyoming teen who wandered into rough terrain

"We’re trying to find Joey alive, and that's what we want to do." from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2QAEQdF

Trump's pick to lead the FDA wants 'aggressive action' on e-cigarette flavors

It's unclear whether Dr. Stephen Hahn would ultimately push for a flavor ban. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2OyS1cm

Florida jury awards gay man $157M from tobacco companies in death of spouse

This is the first time a same-sex couple has pursued a wrongful death case against the tobacco industry in the U.S., an attorney for the plaintiff said. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2OzxPXW

Read the full text: Volker amends earlier testimony in opening statement

Volker, the former special envoy to Ukraine, testified alongside former NSC staffer Tim Morrison. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/3359BtQ

Trump says GOP 'absolutely killing it' in Vindman impeachment hearing

The president, who said Tuesday he was watching some of the Hill proceedings, also called Speaker Nancy Pelosi "grossly incompetent." from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/37lKYMT

Trump's lack of military experience may have muddled Ukraine request, GOP rep says

Lt. Col. Alex Vindman testified on Tuesday that "when a superior makes a request, that's an order." from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2XvIZks

Stephen Miller planted anti-Rubio stories in Breitbart, leaked emails show

The emails offer a window into just how closely Miller coordinated with Breitbart, a publication that backed President Donald Trump early in his campaign. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/32Y66W1

'Shocking' spike of HPV-related cancer in the U.S. worries researchers

The vast majority of cases are associated with the human papillomavirus, but about three-quarters of American adults don't know HPV causes the disease. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2KBvNpe

Jim Jordan can't escape OSU scandal in Washington

The Ohio State Accountability Project has been advocating on behalf of victims of the university's former staff physician Dr. Richard Strauss. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2qjPXxa

16-year-old girl allegedly plotted to attack black church in Georgia

A bishop for the church, who urged authorities to try the girl as an adult, told reporters she idealized the convicted Charleston church shooter. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2CZvmRk

Miami Dolphins release Mark Walton after arrest on domestic assault charges

The NFL running back is accused of attacking a pregnant woman who is carrying his child, according to police. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2Xwfv6o

Arizona man who sold ammo to Las Vegas gunman pleads guilty

Douglas Haig admitted he made ammunition without a license and sold it to the gunman in the 2017 Las Vegas massacre. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/35iP7Q2

Mother charged in murder of quadriplegic daughter

Police responded to an incident at the family's home Dec. 17, 2018, and found Yulia, who was disabled, dead at the scene. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/32VPxKw

Senator appears to nod to Epstein conspiracy theories during hearing

"Christmas ornaments, drywall, and Jerry [sic] Epstein,” Sen. John Kennedy, R-La., said. “Name three things that don't hang themselves. That's what the American people think." from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2O1B2QV

Russian web trolls boo Biden, often boost Gabbard, report finds

For Russia, Biden is to 2020 what Hillary Clinton was to 2016, researchers from the Foreign Policy Research Institute say in a new report. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2O39oDq

After viral campaign, S. Dakota says its meth problem is deadly serious

Meth use is surging in South Dakota, and the government is desperate the stop a crisis they say is hurting every resident in their rural state. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2O3IBqz

DoorDash sued by Washington, D.C., attorney general over delivery tip policy

DoorDash said over the summer it was changing its tipping model after public backlash. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2O1PIj5

White House, Trump associates trash Lt. Col. Vindman's testimony

Vindman serves as director of European Affairs on the National Security Council at the White House and listened in on the July 25 phone call between Trump and Volodymyr Zelenskiy. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2KE7vuF

Kurt Volker, citing Biden link, becomes latest witness to revise testimony

The former U.S. envoy for Ukraine negotiations appeared at the House Intelligence Committee impeachment hearing. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2Qw154B

Asylum-seekers wait in Mexico as Trump admin. touts drop in border apprehensions

“This is 100 percent a humanitarian crisis,” Jodi Goodwin, a Texas immigration attorney, said. “These policies are not implemented in a vacuum — there are very real human consequences.” from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2CXG9LZ

This 30-minute pad Thai will make you forget about takeout

You — yes, you — can make your own pad Thai, massaman curry, shrimp soup and more. Here’s how. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2D0UBCF

Will.i.am. called Qantas flight attendant racist, airline will back her if she sues him

"We completely reject the suggestion this had anything to do with race," Qantas said in a statement. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2KyK1qM

Japanese Americans slam lawmaker for comparing impeachment inquiry to internment

One advocate said the Republican from Louisiana was “using someone else’s traumatic, painful history as a way to avoid accountability.” from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2KAeeFO

Billboards in Florida denounce 'locking up' migrant kids ahead of World Children's Day

“We don’t believe in locking up children. Do you?” is one of the billboards put up by Amnesty International, a few miles from Disney World in Orlando. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/334at1O

House passes short-term spending measure as talks falter

The measure averts a Thanksgiving government shutdown but opens the door to a possible shutdown just before Christmas. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2s0MxQf

Meet the New Yorker who hopes to the first black gay congressman

If Mondaire Jones wins, southern New York's congressional delegation could be transformed into a progressive bloc represented by young people of color. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2QyOgGF

Trump's sexist smearing of Marie Yovanovitch hurt because it felt so familiar

In the same way that Ford came to symbolize a certain kind of strength, Yovanovitch symbolizes any woman who’s ever had a man try to undermine her, demote her or push her out. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2qgkuMl

Revenge porn 'whack-a-mole': Inside Facebook's fight against nonconsensual nudes

The Facebook team tasked with fighting nonconsensual intimate images spoke for the first time about their research, early missteps and hopes for AI. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2QvnzCJ

Senior Trump admin official Mina Chang resigns after NBC News report

Mina Chang resigned Monday, six days after an NBC News report about her resume inflation and hours after NBC asked her about newly discovered false claims. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2OtRbxA

Supreme Court puts hold on House subpoena for Trump financial records

Democrats said they needed the documents to investigate whether the president accurately filled out required disclosure forms. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/32YK0mr

Gunman fatally shoots two people, himself outside Oklahoma Walmart

A woman and a man were fatally shot in a car in the parking lot of the store in Duncan, about 80 miles south of Oklahoma City. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/3408YDi

Couple charged with manslaughter after 18-month-old dies of malnourishment

Detectives with Cape Coral police department's major crimes unit noted the couple's older children, ages 3 and 5, were extremely malnourished, police said. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2XnYlaU

Chick-fil-A to stop funding controversial groups after LGBTQ protests

“Chick-fil-A investors, employees and customers can greet today’s announcement with cautious optimism," an LGBTQ advocacy group said. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2OrYMN4

4 killed, 6 others shot during football watch party in Fresno, California

"It’s very likely that it was targeted — we just don’t know why," Fresno police Deputy Chief Michael Reid told reporters. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/33ZFEwz

House staffers on a summer trip to Ukraine learned U.S. aid was frozen. Stunned, here's what they did next.

The untold story of how two congressional aides who track federal spending got wind something was wrong and touched off a scramble to find the truth. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/341oiiS

'We don't have any choice': Thousands of kids perform backbreaking labor for America's products

How mica mined by kids in Madagascar ends up in products used by millions of Americans. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/33Zvex5

Last month was second-hottest October on record, NOAA data shows

The new report builds on numerous similar reports about monthly global temperatures that show the planet’s climate has steadily warmed. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2XqjTUh

House investigating whether Trump lied to Mueller, lawyer tells court

Democrats are seeking the still-secret material redacted from the former special counsel's report. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2CVQoQJ

New Jeffrey Epstein accuser sues his estate, calls on Prince Andrew to speak under oath

A woman identified as Jane Doe 15 alleges the disgraced financier preyed upon, trafficked and sexually abused her when she was 15. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/32ZeIvR

Woman dedicates time to searching for sister missing since October

Jennifer “Jenn” Pautenis was last seen leaving her home in Granbury, Texas, on October 20, 2019. She was reported missing on October 25. The Hood County Sheriff’s Office is investigating. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/37eVdma

10 Black Friday-level kitchen tech deals — and an extra 15 percent off

From air fryers to pizza stones, skillets and smokeless grills, save hundreds on these kitchen upgrades. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/33XG3zC

Atlanta may have its own AOC

Nabilah Islam put her student loans in forbearance so she could afford a bid for Congress. But her fundraising prowess could make her a player in one of the nation's toughest districts. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2XqPuFd

Armed teachers train to stop active shooters in Utah schools

"Those parents send those kids to school expecting that they're going to be kept safe. Right now that's on the teachers," said 4th grade teacher Jeff Mortensen. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/356HDiW

Public health groups fuming over Trump's inaction on vaping flavor ban

Despite a lack of movement on the federal level, states are taking action against vaping. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2O2BHlr

Leading U.S. transgender rights group sees mass employee exodus

A majority of employees have left the nonprofit National Center for Transgender Equality amid a failed attempt to oust its leader. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2Qx5qEO

Democrats' Southern victories could affect redistricting

If one party controls all pivotal state offices, that party can draw districts to the advantage of its candidates — a practice known as gerrymandering. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2CTSe4F

Trump admin readies rule to send asylum-seekers back to dangerous countries they passed through

"There will be people who will die as a result of these policies," a U.S. immigration official said on the condition of anonymity. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2KBW8DE

Officer shot man in parking lot, then photographed body

When an officer involved in a fatal shooting takes pictures of the body, it opens up questions about the integrity of an investigation, experts say. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/37kwZqw

'We're still dodging it': Red tide returns in Florida

Red tide killed thousands of tons of marine life including sea turtles, manatees and dolphins last year. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/37iebIF

Hong Kong protesters fight off police with fire and arrows

Universities have become a new battleground for the protests after months of unrest in the semi-autonomous territory. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2qnYqz5

Democratic Louisiana Gov. John Bel Edwards wins re-election in blow to Trump

The president had visited the state three times in five weeks to support Republican challenger Eddie Rispone in the runoff. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2OnG1KO

Iran's supreme leader warns 'thugs' amid violent gas price protests

At least one person was killed and hundreds arrested, according to state media, after clashes in cities across the Islamic Republic saw security forces fire tear gas and live ammunition. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2Kw7Saw

2 chem professors arrested for allegedly making meth at Arkansas university

The two men were placed on leave from the school on Oct. 11, three days after an investigation of a chemical odor at Henderson State University. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/353bdG2

Syracuse University suspends fraternity activities after latest racist incident

Members of a fraternity were connected to an incident where a black student reported being subjected to a "verbal racial epithet." from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2CVu5dO

13 Pennsylvania state prison employees suspended after inmate dies

Tyrone Briggs, 29, died after an "inmate-on-inmate assault" at the State Correctional Institution at Mahanoy on Nov. 11. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2KvUseO

White House defends Trump's surprise medical exam amid skepticism online

"Also began phase one of my yearly physical," Trump tweeted early Sunday morning. "Everything very good (great!). Will complete next year." from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/353bdpw

Man allegedly left special needs woman to die in Vegas desert

Court documents allege that John Chapman of Pennsylvania tied Jaime Faden to a sign post in Nevada, put tape over her face and left her to die. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/33Rm6ul

Michigan man accidentally shoots brother after mistaking him for deer

The victim was airlifted to a hospital and reported to be in "serious but stable condition." from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2KuQTpb

At least 19 injured in Virginia when bus and tractor-trailer collide

No fatalities have been reported, and officials say bad weather conditions are to blame for the accident. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2COnh1Q

Dad arrested after 5-year-old brings cocaine to school

The Massachusetts man remains in jail, and the 5-year-old has been placed in child services, police said. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2Ok27xL

Batman the cat returned to Pennsylvania rescue after being stolen

Batman returns — to cat rescue Forgotten Cats Inc. on Saturday after being stolen on Nov. 7, the rescue said in a Facebook post. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2NWKgy7

Former U.S. officials criticize Trump's decision to 'abandon' Kurds

In interviews with NBC News, Gen. Joseph Votel and Brett McGurk argue that the president's policy shift in Syria damages American interests. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2NWKhSH

Set the table early, and other pro tips for Thanksgiving hosts

Don't wait until the last minute. Here are some tips for planning, cooking and hosting a better Thanksgiving dinner this year. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/377oxuK

Two counties to use as predictors for 2020

Milwaukee, Wisconsin and Kent, Michigan are just two of the five communities we’ll be using as listening posts in 2020. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2qpQIEC

MAP: Key counties that may determine who voters elect in November

In NBC News' County to County project, hear from voters in five counties, facing decisions on issues that mirror those in your own city, town, or state. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2Ktdsui

Alabama confirms QB Tua's season done after hip injury

Tagovailoa, who will be eligible to enter the 2020 NFL Draft, may have played his final down for the Crimson Tide. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/37gE5MG

Pete Buttigieg is struggling with black voters — and not just because he's gay

There are weaknesses in Buttigieg's candidacy "that black voters may see particularly well," a political scientist said. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2NTNSkc

U.S., South Korea postpone joint military exercise criticized by North Korea

Defense Secretary Mark Esper told reporters he did not consider the postponement a concession to North Korea. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2rVqHxH

Former Postmates driver sues Lizzo after singer accused her of stealing food order

Tiffany Wells, 27, said she was threatened by Lizzo's fans over the September 2019 tweet. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2Okq34i

After bank customer made large withdrawal, a teller went to their home to rob them

Nathan Michael Newell, 19, forced his way into the customer's home and assaulted a 78-year-old man who answered the door. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/32WZ586

Heart disease patients with chest pain may not need a stent

But they do need to do some work, new research finds, including sticking to medication and changing behaviors. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2COnEcN

Mother hopes for justice in 'suspicious death' of teen daughter found near Sandusky River in 2003

Cassandra ‘Cassie’ Cole was last seen on November 25, 2002, at her Tiffin, Ohio home. Her body was found on March 20, 2003, along the banks of the Sandusky River in Seneca County. The Seneca County Sheriff’s Office is investigating. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/35etwZ4

Colin Kaepernick holds his own workout, and NFL calls him a no-show

Kaepernick's former teammate, Eric Reid, expressed concern that the NFL arranged the workout primarily for publicity. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/357hIaJ

What happens to DACA holders if Supreme Court allows Trump to end the program?

The administration will probably allow DACA enrollments to expire, experts think, so the biggest worry for DACA holders is deportation. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2COwtTE

Heart disease patients with chest pain may not need a stent

But they do need to do some work, new research finds, including sticking to medication and changing behaviors. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2qaNyor

Prince Andrew addresses photo of him with Jeffrey Epstein accuser in BBC Interview

Prince Andrew addresses photo of him with Jeffrey Epstein accuser in BBC Interview from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/359OuYM

5 arrests in New Jersey high school football game shooting that injured 3

The shooting at a game Friday night in Pleasantville, New Jersey, left a 10-year-old critically injured and a 15-year-old boy and a 27-year-old man wounded. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2KtPrU2

After bank customer made large withdrawal, a teller went to their home to rob them

Nathan Michael Newell, 19, forced his way into the customer's home and assaulted a 78-year-old man who answered the door. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/37cI793

After Saugus High School shooting, teens use TikTok to reflect and mourn

"I don't want to go back to school because I don't want to get shot," TikTok user Kali.V23 said in a video. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2rT3Ker

In Las Vegas, Elon Musk's tunneling company digs in

The city is laying claim to having "the first commercial endeavor" from the Boring Company. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2Kr13Hu

Video shows woman rescued from burning car in Virginia

The woman was brought to the hospital and was in critical but stable condition. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/354y2ZK

Trump dismisses murder charge against Green Beret, pardons Army officer

"Our family is profoundly grateful for the president’s action," said Maj. Matt Golsteyn. "We have lived in constant fear of this runaway prosecution." from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2CQaJqH

New 'Charlie's Angels' reboot is sexy, ridiculously tacky — and so much fun

Whether this reboot will be followed up by more angel action remains to be seen, but at least it's having all the ridiculous fun it can along the way. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2ptxXjo

There's a reason you can't quit those corny Hallmark holiday movies

They may be corny, but those Hallmark movies have become a staple of the holiday season. And getting sucked in may be good for your mental health. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/33TGHOP

The impeachment battle goes public, ferocious fires in Australia, Venice inundated and more. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/35cMKyb

3 children, 2 adults die after shooting inside San Diego home

An 11-year-old survived the violence and was in surgery, police said. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2OmAjZx

New York man allegedly tried to kidnap sex workers for trafficking

Andrew Frey, 54, has a “propensity to commit violence against female sex workers," the U.S. attorney's office said in court documents. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2qZ6PsO

Mother hopes for justice in 'suspicious death' of teen daughter found near Sandusky River in 2003

The best ways to cut the carbs from your fast-food meal

Whether you’re doing keto or just watching your carb intake, these fast-food options will fit your plan. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2On6Xup

Israel says it is probing 'harm to civilians' from deadly Gaza airstrike

Palestinian medics said an an airstrike Israel carried out in Gaza last week killed eight members of one family including five children. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2NUBYqz

Five arrested in connection with deadly California Halloween party shooting

It is believed there were members of rival gangs at the party and several guests were seen secreting weapons in waistbands, but a motive was not disclosed. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2XmPHtc

Catholic high school in Ohio to drug test all students

The school said the “aggressive stance against the threat of drug use” is a tool to fight peer pressure and “can provide parents greater peace of mind.” from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2OjslR3

U.S. universities suspend Hong Kong study programs amid deadly protests

Students at Chinese University of Hong Kong threw Molotov cocktails at police, who responded with tear gas and rubber bullets. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/37cRLIH

There's a reason you can't quit those corny Hallmark holiday movies

They may be corny, but those Hallmark movies have become a staple of the holiday season. And getting sucked in may be good for your mental health. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/33TGHOP

GOP endanger two reps in new map. Dems say it's not enough.

“The congressional map passed by Republicans in the North Carolina legislature simply replaces one partisan gerrymander with a new one,” said Eric Holder. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/33VdN0H

Prince Andrew says he let the Royal Family down in his relationship with Jeffrey Epstein

He spoke to the BBC in an interview recorded Thursday at Buckingham Palace. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/358cVG9

Trump's honesty was on trial in the Roger Stone case. The verdict was harsh.

Analysis: If prosecutors at Roger Stone's trial believed Trump was telling the truth about hacked emails and WikiLeaks, it wasn't evident in the courtroom. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2qYf8oC

Trump dismisses murder charge against Green Beret, pardons Army officer

Court puts hold on Rodney Reed's scheduled execution

With new, compelling evidence in Reed's case, the call to halt his Nov. 20 execution has been building in recent weeks. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2QodKGx

Arizona sheriff's deputy tackles 15-year-old boy with no arms or legs

"I'd like people to imagine that this is their child," the local public defender said in an interview. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2qYSCfm

Trump asks Supreme Court to block House subpoena for his financial records

Democrats said they need the documents to investigate whether the president accurately filled out required disclosure forms. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/376ZqZ4

As Venice floods, scientists who grew up surrounded by water sound the alarm

As climate change causes sea levels in Venice — and across the planet — to inch higher, scientists say catastrophic floods could become more severe and more frequent. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2Xl570R

Missing woman's husband arrested after carpet found soaked with blood, bleach

Beau Rothwell has been charged with murder and evidence tampering. Police said he was seen on video buying bleach and gloves the day before Jennifer Rothwell was reported missing. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2qjyWTt

Rights groups blast newly confirmed judge as anti-gay 'extremist'

Trump nominee Steven Menashi, an associate White House counsel, was confirmed for a seat on the New York-based 2nd U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2CTrPUp

Browns' Myles Garrett suspended indefinitely over helmet attack on Steelers player

The defensive end "must meet the commissioner's office prior to a decision on his reinstatement." from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/35cxBgl

Motive behind Southern California high school shooting remains a mystery

"He always had a smile on his face," a neighbor, Jacob Labrie, said of the suspected gunman, as authorities worked to figure out why the teen opened fire at his school. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/32U2XXk

How 'Ford V Ferrari' undermines its female character is frustratingly predictable

This is a trap that so many movies that revolve around adventure-seeking men with big dreams have fallen into. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2XjECcd

'Somebody help me!': Doorbell camera captures possible kidnapping

The person driving a car that speeds past in the video was heard shouting, "I'm sorry. I'm sorry," according to police. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2QjJ35z

Judge rules U.S.-born ISIS bride is not a citizen

Hoda Muthana will not be allowed to return to the U.S. after traveling to Syria to join the extremists in 2014. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2NTnPK5

Judges suspended without pay in shooting at Indiana restaurant

The state Supreme Court said the judges' actions "were not merely embarrassing on a personal level; they discredited the entire Indiana judiciary." from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2rHoRA6

China's Xi calls Hong Kong unrest 'urgent' in rare comment on protests

Recent violent demonstrations in the semi-autonomous region pose one of the most serious challenges to the president since he came to power in 2012. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2Krod0i

Trump dismisses murder charge against Green Beret, pardons Army officer

As Venice floods, scientists who grew up surrounded by water sound the alarm

Microsoft asks Eric Holder to audit AnyVision over use of facial recognition on Palestinians

According to five sources, AnyVision's technology has powered a secret military surveillance project that has monitored Palestinians in the West Bank. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/35gEwoP

The day Trump's presidency came into focus — in Congress, the White House and in court

Analysis: Yovanovitch testified, Roger Stone was convicted, Trump tweeted. It's all right there. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2CTrDVb

Alabama company refuses to print university's LGBTQ-inclusive magazine

“This is more than having personal beliefs,” the editor of the student magazine said. “This is actively discriminating against a group of people." from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/37jIleG

This $39 course is your first step to learning Salesforce

Get lifetime access to 46 hours of courses about Salesforce, including prep classes to prepare you for three different certification exams. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2OhSBv5

Meet 'Charlie's Angels' honorary angel, Luis Gerardo Méndez

Méndez, who plays the Angels' trainer, gadget specialist and even yoga teacher, says fans will love this new generation of empowered females. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2qTgOjw

Trump admin preparing to take over private land for border wall

The Trump administration is preparing court filings to begin taking over private land in Texas to build a border wall as early as this week, say officials. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2CIHXYO

Line-up announced for MSNBC/Washington Post Democratic debate

Ten candidates will take part in the debate, two fewer than in the last round. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/356M6Cj

Actress Mo'Nique suing Netflix for race, gender discrimination

The lawsuit claims Mo’Nique was "given a low-ball offer that was only a fraction of what Netflix paid other comedians." from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/32PGcUi

Bevin concedes after recanvass in Kentucky governor's race

Bevin said any changes to the vote tally would not change the result of the race. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/37gbF5M

'Survivor' contestant claims inappropriate touching. She is voted off.

Some viewers were upset that some other female contestants took advantage of accusations of misconduct to get ahead in the game. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/32LIjsn

College admissions scandal: California exec gets longest sentence yet

Toby MacFarlane, 56, was sentenced to six months in prison for paying bribes to get two children admitted to the University of Southern California. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/351Q4Mo

Racist graffiti at Syracuse University prompts protest, New York governor response

Racist graffiti was discovered in a building on campus Wednesday, days after racial slurs were found on walls in a residence hall in a separate incident. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2ObHVOM

With a single bead of plastic, scientists tease interactive 3D

British scientists have developed moving three-dimensional images with sound and touch sensations based on a tiny plastic bead moved at high speeds. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2QheFIZ

New York forced Trump's charitable scams out into the open. But wait, there's more.

There is a real need for the IRS to make sure Trump, Trump's family and their supposedly charitable giving did not break any further laws. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2CIHUfA

He coached Little League. Decades later, his players are calling him a predator.

“I didn’t want him to do to any other child what he did to me when I was 13,” one accuser told NBC News. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2KoMO5L

Latin Grammys struggle to award reggaeton as it goes mainstream

Reggaeton, once an underground music genre, went mainstream and the Latin Grammys still can't find a place for it in its top three awards. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2QlwNl4

More flooding expected even as Venetians mop up, wring out after high tide

“Our generation must be capable of solving this problem, we went to the moon. We have to also save Venice from flooding.” from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2Oa2cUK

Vaping illness cases rise again, to 2,172, CDC says

Though vitamin E has been implicated as a potential toxin in vape products, investigators say more than one cause is likely. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2rLqexT

Suspect in 1990s Potomac River Rapist case arrested

The notorious rapist "brazenly and brutally preyed upon women" in the D.C. area from '91 to '98 and is linked to eight rapes and one murder, the FBI says. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/375oAHx

Bolivia's new leader, Jeanine Añez Chavez, faces daunting challenges

Will the former senator succeed in remaining in office before calling for the next elections? from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2CLlCKg

Eating well with type 2 diabetes: A sensible, carb-conscious eating plan

Diagnosed with type 2 diabetes or prediabetes? A registered dietitan explains how to create a doable (and delicious) eating plan that works with your lifestyle. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/358TXzj

Viral video of teen punching classmate draws attention to anti-gay bullying

Nearly 60 percent of LGBTQ youth feel unsafe at school because of their sexual orientation, according to a survey from education advocacy group GLSEN. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/3785zEg

New federal bill would restrict police use of facial recognition

The bill only applies to federal law enforcement, not state or local police. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2CHwYPu

How to watch the impeachment hearing: Day 2 schedule, the witness and more

Trump told his Ukrainian counterpart the former U.S. ambassador, Marie Yovanovitch, was "bad news." from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/358TXiN

5 stretches to help relieve wrist pain

Typing, planks and even gardening can lead to achy, painful wrists. These gentle stretches can help ease the pain. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/3793urB

After 2018 voting surge, UnidosUS launches campaign to marshal more Latino voters

UnidosUS President Janet Murguia says the group's goal is to register 120,000 and engage 350,000 Latinos. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2NPLLOg

Video shows two couples brawl at Popeyes drive-thru in California

A witness who was waiting for one of the chain's wildly popular chicken sandwiches said the fight started after an hour-long wait in the drive-thru. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/33ODmQZ

Trump admin. wants to raise costs to become a U.S. citizen by 83 percent

“This outrageous rule aims to price out low-income and working-class immigrants from U.S. citizenship," says an immigration rights advocate. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/354kRs4

Ahead of Trump meeting, Erdogan threatens to buy Russian jets

The Turkish president spoke to Russia's Vladimir Putin about the purchase at a recent meeting if the U.S. keeps its ban on selling U.S.-made fighter jets. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/32Jbhcy

Unseasonable, record-breaking cold blamed for at least 8 deaths

The unseasonable cold was made worse in parts of the Midwest and the Northeast by snow and ice, bringing the complications related to winter. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2QeR5fN

The big show is here, but some Americans indifferent about impeachment 'Super Bowl'

The three major broadcast networks and their counterparts on cable news aired wall-to-wall live coverage. But not all Americans were riveted. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/351jFpf

Justice Ginsburg taken ill, absent from Supreme Court

The 86-year-old's health has been a concern since she was diagnosed and treated for lung cancer and a tumor on her pancreas. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2CJeCxD

Venice mayor blames climate change for 'apocalyptic' floods

"I have never seen anything like it. Venice is a wounded city, but it can't keep on being wounded every year," Venice Archbishop Francesco Moraglia said. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2NMKAiA

Former SAT/ACT administrator in college admissions scandal pleads guilty

Igor Dvorskiy accepted nearly $200,000 in bribes to allow cheating on SAT and ACT exams, prosecutors said. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2XaDzLE

Teen's lungs scarred so bad from vaping he needed double transplant

The 17-year-old boy "faced certain death if it weren’t for the lung transplant," doctors said. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2Qjrl1Y

Donald Trump Jr.'s $50K visit sparks call to impeach student president

The University of Florida student body president is accused by some student senate members of spending $50,000 of student fees "to further enrich Donald Trump Jr., and Kimberly Guilfoyle." from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2Kky4oC

New NASA study finds long-haul danger for astronauts: Blood flow in reverse

The unexpected discovery has major implications for long-duration space missions, including trips to Mars. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/373He2w

Billionaire's son faces social exile as latest target of China's debt-shaming system

A failure to pay his debts within the given time will see Wang Sicong join the ranks of “discredited” people. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/36W3Ul8

Drag queen sashays into Trump impeachment hearings

Pissi Myles made an unexpected, and quite noticeable, appearance at Wednesday's impeachment hearings. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2OdgIee

Houston Astros accused of stealing signs during World Series season

Stealing signs isn't prohibited in baseball. But Major League Baseball says using electronics to do so is. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2qeLA6n

Arizona YouTube mom charged with child abuse dies

Machelle Hobson ran the hit YouTube family comedy series "Fantastic Adventures" before it was shut down amid allegations that she was abusing her seven adopted children off-screen. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/32QElyU

Chicago mayor accuses Uber of trying to pay off black ministers to stop ride hail tax

Chicago Mayor Lori Lightfoot said the company offered ministers money to convince her to stop a plan that increases flat fees on services like Uber. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/33MT66O

Bootleg marijuana vapes produce vapor tainted with formaldehyde, tests show

The findings by the private CannaSafe lab are believed to mark the first analysis of the THC vapor people suck into their lungs. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/370aGX8

DOD watchdog will not investigate aid to Ukraine but could in future

While the inspector general declined Sen. Durbin's request to look at the delay of Ukraine military assistance, it did not rule out a future investigation. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2QjrfHE

Latin Grammys struggle to award reggaeton as it goes mainstream

Reggaeton, once an underground music genre, went mainstream and the Latin Grammys still can't find a place for it in its top three awards. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2pgYwYZ

A financial expert shares 3 tips to build a realistic budget

One in 10 Americans without a budget say the biggest roadblock is that they don’t know how to create one. Here's how to do it. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2rIv1jB

Disney+ already has 10 million subscribers — here's how that compares with rivals

Disney signed up more customers in one day than HBO Now, CBS All Access + Showtime, ESPN+, DAZN and Crunchyroll have signed up in the entirety of their existences. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/372jnAj

One mother is fighting to end racism in the food system through farming

In starting Soul Fire Farm, Leah Penniman's goal was to reclaim the dignity of working on the land from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2CJ58CA

American teacher found strangled to death at her home in Dominican Republic

Patricia Ann Anton, 63, was found dead in her apartment with her hands and feet tied, Dominican Republic National Police said. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2KlP3H3

FBI's 'lone wolf' report says domestic terrorists are rarely isolated

The report examined 52 lone offender terrorist attacks from 1972 to 2015. Thirty-three acts of terrorism killed a total of 258 people and injured 982. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2O8aJYl

These are the most 'just' and fair companies. Is yours on the list?

Forget fat bonuses and fun perks; a ‘just’ job is what the millennial and Gen Z workforce wants. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2QjrgLI

Senior Trump official embellished résumé, had face on fake Time cover

State Dept. official Mina Chang claimed to be a Harvard Business School "alumna" who ran a nonprofit that worked in 40 countries. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2XeLWpB

U.S. service members can't sue military doctors. A terminally ill Green Beret is fighting to change that.

Military doctors missed Richard Stayskal's tumor for months. Now his cancer is incurable, but an old legal precedent blocks him from suing for poor care. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/32FMCpg

Cities across U.S. experience record lows as arctic blast brings snow and ice

Temperatures early Tuesday plummeted to 8 degrees in Wichita and 7 degrees in Chicago. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/36XkvoI

Jim Jordan denies he ignored report OSU doctor performed sex act in shower

Jordan continues to insist he knew nothing about what Dr. Richard Strauss did to the male athletes and others. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/36ZqeKU

President Jimmy Carter recovering after surgery to relieve pressure on brain from falls

The 95-year-old former president was admitted to Emory University Hospital in Atlanta on Monday for the surgery that was done Tuesday morning. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/34ZKN8b

America's biggest milk producer files for bankruptcy

Falling dairy prices, trade turmoil and labor shortage are all hitting farmers hard. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/33KlLtw

Missing Marine deserter accused of killing mother's boyfriend

Michael Brown, 22, who is wanted for murder, is the subject of a search by authorities in Virginia and North Carolina. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2CFZv7X

Denver to pay $300,000 to pilot arrested for being naked in hotel

"Though the city of Denver may deny liability, it has now paid a price for what happened on Sept. 20, 2018," the man's attorney said. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2Xaw47m

Rodney Reed 'deserves a chance to clear his name,' victim's cousin says

New witness statements and forensic evidence uncovered since Stites' death in 1996 should allow Reed a new trial, supporters say. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2NJmLrW

Israel hit by rockets from Gaza after airstrike kills Islamic Jihad leader

Hamas, the militant group controlling Gaza, called the Israeli strike "a dangerous escalation." from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2rEtkDP

Disney Plus is betting on fan culture — its new Star Wars series is a great start

That strategy has worked so far at the box office, with Disney racking up all-time records for annual box office earnings, even when critics were unimpressed. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/33S7QSh

Mother of missing Florida 5-year-old arrested, hospitalized for apparent overdose

Hours after police announced human remains were found, Brianna Williams was absentee booked at a hospital where she is in serious condition. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/34ZKLgz

Rapper Lil Reese shot in neck outside Chicago

Police said the shooting is under investigation and have not said whether they have identified a suspect. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2KegWAK

Hackers are stealing loyalty rewards. Are your air miles or hotel points at risk?

Loyalty programs have become a goldmine for hackers. Here are six ways to protect your hard-earned rewards and points. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2NFJO76

Tiny deer-like species spotted for first time in three decades

Images of the silver-backed chevrotain, commonly called the Vietnamese mouse deer, were captured in the wild by trap cameras, Global Wildlife Conservation said. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2NGEkca

Michigan teen needed new lungs because of vaping

The 17-year-old boy "faced certain death if it weren’t for the lung transplant," doctors said. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2X7eJMG

That Arctic blast hitting the U.S.? There's a wavy jet stream to blame.

Though some seasonal variation is natural with the jet stream, there are some indications that climate change is affecting the waviness of these air currents. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2qL1mpq

Police investigating death of fraternity member at Washington State University

Authorities say a preliminary investigation indicated that the unidentified student's death may have been alcohol related. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/33ItSqo

10 new ways to use a can of pumpkin

Crazy for pumpkin? See why food pros like Giada De Laurentiis and Martha Stewart love to bake and cook with canned pumpkin and get their favorite recipes. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2phr44A

Did overly aggressive marketing turn Disney Plus into Disney Minus?

After a gigantic promotion, followed by an epic fail, is Disney+ already a victim of its own success? from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2X5Nz98

A combative Trump braces for first public impeachment hearings

As the public hearings approach, the president’s mood has veered between relishing the fight and seething with anger over the impeachment effort. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/32Ef0Yz

LGBTQ acceptance grew globally over past four decades — but not everywhere

Most of the 174 countries analyzed experienced an increase in acceptance since 1981, though 16 showed a decline. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2q6RFle

Suspect in Popeyes chicken sandwich stabbing charged with murder

Ricoh McClain, 30, is facing murder and assault charges for allegedly fatally stabbing 28-year-old Kevin Tyrell Davis at a restaurant in Maryland. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2Qd11Xf

Arctic blast brings snow, ice and bone-chilling temps across U.S.

"This will make it feel like in the middle of winter rather than in November," the National Weather Service said. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/36UXCSK

CPS took their kids. Now, the agency says it found no evidence of abuse.

Melissa and Dillon Bright were temporarily separated from their two young children after doctors raised concerns of abuse. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2pe4tWE

Hockey commentator Don Cherry fired for calling immigrants 'you people'

A Canadian broadcast company fired Cherry after a rant on television in which he said new immigrants are not honoring the country's fallen soldiers. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/32IZb3a

Mother of missing 5-year-old girl in Florida now a person of interest

The mother of Taylor Rose Williams stopped cooperating with police once investigators pressed her on inconsistencies in her story. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2p8uvdH

China's mega shopping event, Singles Day, sold more in 24 hours than Amazon sells in two months

Singles Day, China's mega shopping event, sold $38 billion of goods in 24 hours — with some help from Taylor Swift and Kim Kardashian West. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/36UXDGi

How a little-known GOP lawmaker became a point man in Trump's impeachment defense

In the transcripts made public, no Republican has spoken more than Rep. Lee Zeldin, who appears more than 550 times. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2Qa0DJg

Oklahoma police chief dead after fight with his own officer at Florida conference

Mannford Police Chief Lucky Miller was found dead in Pensacola Beach after an apparent altercation, authorities said. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2NZWjta

Cholesterol levels dropping in U.S., but many still need care

Heart disease is the world's leading killer and high cholesterol is a key risk factor. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/32xKcZC

Supreme Court to hear arguments on Dreamers in case against Trump's move to end DACA

The fate of nearly a million young people is at stake in one of the most important cases before the justices this term. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2Kb9g2k

Trump impeachment inquiry: Live updates and the latest news

Stay informed about Democrats' impeachment efforts and the Trump administration's responses. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2Kdc9iZ

WWII submarine missing 75 years discovered off coast of Japan

The sub was sunk with 80 sailors on board by a Nakajima b5N carrier bomber Feb. 26, 1944. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2Kau5uP

Jailed Israeli-American in focus after court rules to extradite suspected Russian hacker

Israel's Supreme Court on Sunday approved Aleksey Burkov's extradition to the U.S. on suspicion of cyber crimes. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/33FpUP8

Turkey starts repatriating Western ISIS militants

Interior Minister Suleyman Soylu said his country is not "a hotel" for militants. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2Q9h9cr

Emma Watson says she's 'self-partnered'. It's probably not a bad idea for most of us.

Celebrities like Emma Watson and Gwyneth Paltrow are re-framing traditionally negative relationship statuses and helping remove the stigma. Here's how to go from 'single' to 'self partnered.' from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2Qjs7MD

Read the transcript of State Dept. official Christopher Anderson's impeachment testimony

Anderson testified last month as part of the impeachment inquiry into President Donald Trump. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2CAdU5I

Read the transcript of State Dept. official Catherine Croft's impeachment testimony

Croft testified last month as part of the impeachment inquiry into President Donald Trump. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2X6jrKK

The most destructive hurricanes are hitting the U.S. more often

Climate scientists have predicted and shown that higher temperatures in the oceans and the atmosphere are creating more extreme weather and storms. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/32Dsiom

Former Mass. Governor Deval Patrick considering presidential run

Patrick is a close ally of former President Barack Obama. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/32yJ4EZ

Asian Americans favor Biden, Warren while Yang lags behind, survey finds

A nonscientific survey of Asian American voters across Virginia, Texas and Pennsylvania showed that Biden and Warren performed best among the Democratic candidates. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2X597m9

Jill Biden's message to Donald Trump: 'Stop it. My husband's going to beat you.'

In an exclusive interview with NBC News, Jill Biden said the president's attacks on her family have been tougher than even she anticipated. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2rvcYgx

In Boston, the first trans hockey team takes the ice

An all-transgender hockey team played a historic scrimmage in Cambridge, Massachusetts, in a matchup that blended pro and amateur players. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/34SjZGC

College gymnast dies following training accident in Connecticut

Melanie Coleman, 20, of Milford, was practicing on the bars when she suffered a spinal cord injury. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/374BB4e

Philadelphia teen in custody after allegedly fatally shooting 11-year-old brother

"I would like to believe it’s an accident, but it doesn’t change the results," a police official said. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2p8ut5z

From plants, scientists extract better way to determine what our genes do

An improved technique will help explore genetic diseases and benefit drug development. It could also lead to better, safer weed killers. from Top Health News -- ScienceDaily https://ift.tt/2O0N7ES

Glutamine-blocking drug slows tumor growth and strengthens anti-tumor response

A compound that blocks glutamine metabolism can slow tumor growth, alter the tumor microenvironment and promote the production of durable and highly active anti-tumor T cells. from Health & Medicine News -- ScienceDaily https://ift.tt/2NXQ3Cn

New potential approach to type 2 diabetes treatment

The protein adipsin, which is produced in body fat, helps protect insulin-secreting cells called pancreatic beta cells from destruction in type 2 diabetes, according to a new study. Among middle-aged adults, higher levels of the protein in the blood were also associated with protection from type 2 diabetes. from Health & Medicine News -- ScienceDaily https://ift.tt/2NXQ35l

Copper hospital beds kill bacteria, save lives