Teenager gatecrashes Serena and Federer party
Despite boasting 34 grand slam singles titles between them, Serena Williams and Roger Federer were forced to share the spotlight with a 15-year-old at the U.S. Open on Tuesday as all three advanced to the second round.
Aug 27, 2014 9:31 AM EDT
Texas family to part ways with skeleton of mammoth found on its farm
A North Texas family, who discovered the skeleton of a 20,000- to 40,000-year-old mammoth while mining through sediment on their farm, is preparing to turn over the remains to a local museum.
From Texas, where everything is bigger, the 99-pack of beer
Beer packaging has just gotten a lot bigger in Texas, where a small brewery is launching a 99-pack of its "Peacemaker" ale.
WHO employee infected by Ebola to be flown to Hamburg for treatment
An employee of the World Health Organization (WHO) who contracted Ebola in Sierra Leone will be flown to the German city of Hamburg for treatment, a spokesman for the city said.
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WHO urges stiff regulatory curbs on e-cigarettes
The World Health Organization (WHO) stepped up its war on "Big Tobacco" on Tuesday, calling for stiff regulation of electronic cigarettes as well as bans on indoor use, advertising and sales to minors.
Aug 26, 2014 10:22 AM EDT
Emmys exalt old favorites over TV's shiny newcomers
For all the talk about newcomers raising the game of television, the industry on Monday chose to bestow its top Emmys on the long-running shows "Breaking Bad" and "Modern Family" and long-time television actors who held off challenges from film stars.
Aug 26, 2014 10:16 AM EDT
For some history enthusiasts, World War One tributes go further
For some people fascinated by World War One, the poppies and wreath-laying of Remembrance day services and the commemorative events of solemn anniversaries like this year's centenary are not enough.
Aug 22, 2014 10:11 AM EDT
McIlroy struggles in opening round at The Barclays
Rory McIlroy's bid for a career first FedEx Cup got off to a disappointing start on Thursday as he shot a three-over par 74 in the first round at The Barclays, the opening tournament of the four-event playoffs.
Aug 21, 2014 2:28 PM EDT
Is it worth $100 to skip airport security lines?
Benet Wilson is one of the 2.5 million Americans who have paid a yearly fee to skip security lines at airports and thinks it's worth every penny she paid for a five-year membership in the Global Entry program offered by the U.S. Customs and Border Protection department.
Aug 20, 2014 3:28 PM EDT
More American women talk about pay, but do not negotiate
In an era when more women are encouraged to help each other, talking about paychecks is more common. But women are finding out they still earn less than men in the same jobs.
Aug 20, 2014 3:25 PM EDT
'I don't take insurance' not always a doctor deal breaker
Some doctors really mean it when they say they do not take health insurance. For others, it is more of a nuanced statement.
Aug 20, 2014 3:21 PM EDT
U.S. consumer prices rise modestly in July
U.S. consumer prices barely rose in July as declining energy costs partially offset increases in food and rents, which could give the Federal Reserve ammunition to keep interest rates low for a while.
Aug 19, 2014 3:02 PM EDT
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