Maine Lobster Becoming Popular in China
The American seafood staple of Maine lobster, or “lobsta” as they say in Maine, is becoming very popular on Asian dining tables.
Oscars Nominations Announced
The nominations for the year’s Academy Awards have been announced.
How Do People Spend Their Lottery Winnings?
If you are lucky enough to win America’s Powerball lottery jackpot Wednesday night, you could take home all or part of an estimated $1.5 billion.
Alan Rickman Dies
British actor Alan Rickman has died after a battle with cancer.
Al Jazeera America Announces Closing
Al Jazeera America, the three-year-old cable news channel that promised to cover in-depth journalism in the U.S., is closing.
New York Street Vendors Battle Over Permits
A conflict is forming on the streets of New York City between legal and illegal food trucks and carts.
New US Education Law Gives States More Control
States and local communities in the United States gained more control over education standards and testing last week.
Hope and Change in Obama’s Final State of the Union
Sounding more like the candidate of hope and change, U.S. President Barack Obama looked past members of Congress and delivered his final State of the Union message straight to the American people.
Comedian-in-Chief Appears on Seinfeld Web Show
Obama got together recently with Jerry Seinfeld to record an episode of the comedian’s popular web series.
Terror Rips Open Historic Istanbul Square
An explosion in the historic square of Sultanahmet in Istanbul left at least 10 people dead and wounded 15 others Tuesday.