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Sen. Susan Collins asks senators not to prejudge the outcome of the impeachment trial
Politics 1 hour ago
The Maine Republican said on Tuesday that it was "inappropriate" for fellow members of the Senate to predetermine the outcome of the Trump impeachment trial after Majority Leader Mitch McConnell suggested he would coordinate with the White House on setting the rules for the trial. Collins is the second Republican to criticize McConnell after Senator Lisa Murkowski.
Justin Bieber shares trailer for series about his life and upcoming album
Celebrity 3 hours ago
The Canadian pop star shared the trailer for a new YouTube documentary series, Justin Bieber: Seasons, which will be released on January 27.
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Iraqi militia supporters storm the US Embassy compound in Baghdad after deadly airstrikes
World news 2 hours ago
The demonstrators demand the "closing" of the embassy. It comes after deadly US airstrikes this week which have killed fighters from the Kataib Hezbollah, an Iranian-backed Shiite militia group in Iraq and Syria.
Two are dead and several missing as wildfires rage across southeast Australia
Australian news This morning
New South Wales authorities confirmed two men, believed to be father and son, were found dead in Cobargo and that there has been a huge loss of property. Authorities are urging tourists and residents to take shelter as several emergency-level fires rage in Victoria’s east and on the New South Wales South Coast.
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Chaos at Lana and Bobby Lashley's WWE wedding
Television Last night
🚨 Spoilers ahead 🚨 RAW fans witnessed a wedding ceremony like no other between WWE stars @LanaWWE and @fightbobby.
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Drones are replacing fireworks in NYE celebrations around the world
Happy New Year 2 hours ago
While fireworks are synonymous with New Year's Eve, noise and air pollution are leading some cities to experiment with drone light shows instead of the traditional display.
Newseum prepares to close its doors for the final time
US news This morning
The Washington, DC, interactive museum will officially close to the public on December 31 due to financial difficulties.
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Georgia Tech recruit Bryce Gowdy died on Monday just days before enrolling
In memoriam Yesterday
Bryce Gowdy, 17, was set to play for the Yellow Jackets next season, but tragically died after being hit by a train. "Bryce was an outstanding young man with a very bright future. He was a great friend to many, including many of our current and incoming team members," read a statement from Georgia Tech head coach Geoff Collins.
Sci-fi visual artist Syd Mead dies at 86
In memoriam This morning
Visual effects artist and industrial designer Syd Mead passed away on Monday at the age of 86. Mead is best known for his concept art for several sci-fi movies including Blade Runner, Aliens and Tron.
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Ron Rivera is in as Redskins' new head coach, reports say
NFL This morning
According to several reports, Ron Rivera has reached an agreement with the Washington Redskins to become the team's new head coach. Rivera was fired by the Carolina Panthers earlier this month.
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French orchestra performs improvised concert to protest pension reforms
World news This morning
It comes after nationwide strikes have continued since early December. French President Emmanuel Macron is expected to address the country on Tuesday to win support for his pension plan.
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Universal Pictures faces at least $70 million loss from “Cats”
Yesterday
“Cats” has drawn just $38.3 million globally so far — a disaster for a big holiday movie based on the Andrew Lloyd Webber hit musical.
Trump and Obama tied for 'most admired man' in 2019, according to new poll
US news Yesterday
Donald Trump and Barack Obama have tied for the year's "most admired man" in Gallup's annual poll. This marks the first time Trump achieved the title. For this year's survey Gallup interviewed more than 1,000 adults living in all 50 US states and the District of Columbia.
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Israel's High Court to decide if Netanyahu can form a new government
World news 5 hours ago
The court began a hearing on December 31 to determine whether or not an indicted prime minister can form a government. Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu declared victory in the primary election for leadership of the ruling Likud party following his indictment on charges of bribery, fraud and breach of trust.
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Thousands of Koalas Feared Dead in Australia Wildfires
Last night
As many as 30% of the koalas in one region of New South Wales may have been killed. The cuddly-looking marsupial has gained worldwide attention in the wake of the fires' devastation. The koala population was already in peril before the fires.
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Former Nissan chairman confirms he left Japan for Lebanon due to 'political persecution'
Business Last night
Ex-Nissan chairman Carlos Ghosn issued a statement saying “I have escaped injustice and political persecution."It is unclear how Ghosn left Japan as the terms of his bail remain unchanged, banning him from travelling abroad, according to The Tokyo District Court. Ghosn was arrested over allegations of financial misconduct in 2018.
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Hong Kong protesters form a human chain on New Year's Eve
World news This morning
The pro-democracy demonstrators are marking the new year with mass anti-government protests. The Asian financial hub has seen a rise in clashes with police since Christmas. The demonstrations which have been ongoing since June saw a violent siege at the Hong Kong Polytechnic University in mid-November.
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Antonio Brown appears to be relishing how his former teammates' seasons ended
NFL Yesterday
Brown, who was cut by multiple teams and played just one game this season, wasn't exactly sympathetic to Juju Smith-Schuster's disappointing year, nor was he rooting for Derek Carr and the Raiders.
Unleash the takes! — ESPN's All-Decade starting five is going to make people mad
NBA Yesterday
You can't please everyone, especially when you leave out guys like Kawhi, Giannis and Dwyane Wade.
Thousands seek shelter on Mallacoota beach as bush fire hits town
World news Last night
Photos and videos coming out of Mallacoota on Tuesday morning showed the sky had turned a dark, glowing red as out-of-control bushfires moved in on the small town in the East Gippsland region of Victoria. Approximately 4,000 people sought shelter from the fires along the waterfront.
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