Boeing is making its pitch to provide the U.S. Air Force with a new single-engine, twin-tailed jet for flight training purposes. The plane, called the T-X Advanced Trainer Aircraft, was revealed Tuesday. Dubstep music played while flashing lights illuminated a drop cloth unveiling of the aircraft model. Then company executives had one more surprise: two of the actual jets.
(AP) — Gov. Scott Walker says there was nothing illegal about campaign donations from corporate leaders given to a conservation group that helped him and Republican legislators fend off recall challenges. Speaking on WTMJ-AM Thursday, Walker responded to a report in the Guardian, a British newspaper that obtained more than 1,000 pages of leaked documents from a secret investigation into whether Walker's campaign illegally coordinated with outside conservative groups.
These are the stunning images vying for top spot in this year’s Sony World Photography Awards. The world’s largest photography competition aims to push creative boundaries with categories including; Professional, Open, Youth, National Award and Student Focus, judged by an esteemed panel of experts. The chosen winners will receive the latest Sony digital imaging equipment as well as a $25,000 top prize (£18,900) and worldwide exposure for their work. Entrees can be made for free at www.world photo.org
FORT PIERCE, Fla. — The Latest on the arrest of a suspect in the arson fire at a Florida mosque (all times local): 9:45 a.m. The man accused of setting fire to a Florida mosque will not be released on bond. St. Lucie County Judge Philip Yacucci ordered 32-year–old Joseph Michael Schreiber held without bond
The American policy shift to end fears of violating U.S. law, clearing the way for fresh investment.
A Canadian soldier who killed himself after serving in Afghanistan will finally be honoured with a Memorial Cross this weekend, ending a long battle to have the military recognize his death as service related.
BRICS High Representatives responsible for national security met here on Thursday and discussed issues of counter-terrorism, cyber security and energy security among others ahead of the BRICS Summit next month in Goa.
On Wednesday afternoon, Kid Cudi took to Twitter for a rant that involved him calling out “haters within the industry.” According to Cudi, his “tweets apply to who they apply,” including Drake and Kanye West. Now, “The Life of Pablo” rapper has fired back.
The majority of people wouldn’t be thrilled about being demoted, but Phil Coulson isn’t the most normal guy. “Marvel’s Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D.” star Clark Gregg revealed that despite a few issues with the new director in Season 4, Coulson never really loved being the man in charge. “I always felt like Coulson was happiest in the field,” Gregg revealed to the Hollywood Reporter. Of course, the actor mentioned that he is happy about the shakeup on the ABC drama as well.
(AP) — A former band instructor at Union Public Schools has been sentenced to 13 years in federal prison after he admitted exchanging sexually explicit photos with a 12-year-old girl in Canada. According to court documents, Wilson found the public profile of a 12-year-old girl on Instagram then contacted her on the messaging app Kik.
Saudi Arabia's UN ambassador Abdullah al-Mouallimi pointed out that the Iranian arms sales to Yemen's Houthis violate the UN Security Council’s resolution 2216 and pose a threat to the region, according to media reports.
Also on the occasion, the state government, which will organise the grand celebration, will distribute 17,000 kits among 11,223 differently-abled people.
Gold imports fell by 77.45 percent to USD 1.11 billion in August due to sliding prices of the metal in both global and domestic markets.
The Panthers are going to have one fewer game in their stadium this season, after the ACC pulled its conference championships from the state of North Carolina over the state’s controversial bathroom law HB2. But the team’s position maintains unchanged, regarding the bill that stripped away protections from the LGBT community and most visibly required…
St. Lucie County Judge Philip Yacucci ordered 32-year--old Joseph Michael Schreiber held without bond Thursday on a charge of second-degree arson with a hate crime enhancement. Yacucci cited Schreiber's two previous prison stays for theft and said he is a danger to the community and a flight risk. Maj. David Thompson of the St. Lucie County Sheriff's Office told a news conference Schreiber was taken into custody on a street in Fort Pierce by authorities acting on tips from members of the community and aided by surveillance video.
'Every parent, every dog owner needs to take notice.'
The huge recall of Samsung’s Galaxy Note 7 smartphone over the risk it might explode has been dogged by conflicting information and by an apparent failure to coordinate efforts with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission.
Some notable writers are missing from the long list for the National Book Awards, including Minnesota's Louise Erdrich, whose novel, "LaRose," was critically acclaimed.
NEW YORK — The latest on developments in global financial markets (all times local): 9:35 a.m. U.S. stocks are off to a mixed start on Wall Street. Retailers are mostly lower following weak retail sales figures while energy companies are getting a break from an upturn in oil prices. Outdoor apparel maker V.C. Corp., which
We’ve all, at one time or another, wondered why our super “hot friend” can’t find a boyfriend. There’s really a number of reasons these hot, smart, down to earth, and funny girls are single and we’re going to explore these reasons more in-depth. 1. She’s already taken: This is probably the first thing that pops into […]
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BORNE - Waar de gemiddelde amateurrijder niet veel meer nodig heeft dan een partytent, een bus met onderdelen en een auto, is de Hellendoorn Rally voor de professionele teams een enorme logistieke operatie per vrachtwagen.
In the reverse singles, it will be Saketh's turn to clash with Nadal, while Ramanathan will lock horns with Ferrer.
The debate format needs to be radically revamped and the first change should be dumping the moderators, says Joshua Spivak.
Donald Trump says that standing at a podium, delivering his signature rally speeches, is one of the ways he stays healthy on the campaign trail. The Republican presidential nominee says that delivering his speeches is "a really healthy act." The Republican nominee was asked during a call-in with "Fox and Friends" how he would respond to potential sanctions imposed on a country that might hurt his company or hotels. The emails were leaked to a website which has been alleged to be an outlet for hackers tied to the Russian intelligence groups. Читать дальше...