Indian State Imposes ‘Fat Tax’ on Fast Food
Officials in India’s southern state of Kerala have placed a tax on hamburgers, pizza and other fast food.
Determined, Dedicated and Disciplined to Be Fit
It would be an understatement to say that Ernestine Shepherd is in better condition than most people.
Famous Comedy Writer, Producer Garry Marshall Dies
Garry Marshall was a comedy writer, producer and director.
Pro Wrestlers Sue WWE Over Brain Injuries
Retired professional wrestlers are suing World Wrestling Entertainment, also known as WWE, for head injuries they claim to have suffered in the ring.
Hispanic Doctor Will Make Case for Supporting Trump
Ralph Alvarado became the first Hispanic elected to state office in Kentucky when he won his state Senate race in 2014.
Cuba Opens First Private Wholesale Store
Cuba’s new entrepreneurs have complained that one of the things missing from President Raul Castro’s reforms is a wholesale market.
Mysteries for English Readers of all Levels
Sherlock Holmes may be the most famous private investigator of them all.
Police: Gunman Targeted, Killed Officers in Baton Rouge
A former U.S. Marine has been identified as the gunman who killed three police officers Sunday in Baton Rouge, Louisiana.
What Matters Most to Young Trump and Clinton Voters?
Young supporters of Republican Donald Trump or Democrat Hillary Clinton agree improving the economy is a major issue.
NASA Responds to Viral ‘UFO’ Video
People on social media have been accusing the American space agency, NASA, of shutting off its live video from the International Space Station.