Новости за 05.02.2017

America is known as the land of opportunity for a reason. The idea that people can come here to make their ideas a reality is firmly entrenched in our national ethos.

Intervention follows Trump adviser’s criticism of German trade surpluses

I want to talk to you about my favorite strategy for beating the market and building long-term wealth. If you’ve been reading my regular columns on Forbes, you probably already know what it is: buy dividend growth.

NPR's Lulu Garcia-Navarro talks with author Sarah Manguso, whose new book of aphorisms, 300 Arguments, tackles motherhood, love, and suicide.

Republicans are trying to eliminate Bears Ears National Monument in Utah — one of the new ones created by President Obama in the days before he left office. The effort is creating a legal battle.

While characteristically full of Caribbean themes, Jean's latest release makes room for some of the voices and sounds dominating hip-hop today.

"We cried so much when we first saw it, because ... what you see standing here was all in pieces on the floor," says an Islamic art specialist. Museum staff repaired all but 10 of 179 damaged objects.

TOKYO, Japan - New grand champion Kisenosato (L) receives the winner's trophy from Japan Sumo Association board mem...

An Apple user and technophobe give their low-down on the hottest phone around right now.

The biggest game of the NFL season is finally here. On Sunday, the New England Patriots and Atlanta Falcons will descend upon Houston, Texas’ NRG Stadium for Super Bowl LI. It’s anyone’s guess which team will emerge victorious. Fans of each team have been vocal in their support, sending good vibes to the players ahead of the big game. Here’s who your favorite celebrities have pegged to take home the 2017 Super Bowl trophy.

Patriots wide receiver Julian Edelman's legs wobbled from the rattle of the hit, and as he made his way downfield his stumbles looked as if he were dodging ghost tacklers.

Hundreds of demonstrators showed up at a town hall meeting held by California Rep. Tom McClintock to protest President Trump's policies on immigration and health care.

He still claimed he was not guilty.

Real estate investment trusts (REITs) just don’t get the respect they deserve. And that’s too bad, because owning just a handful can make a huge difference in your investment returns.

NATO has commenced a new training course in Iraq aimed at teaching local servicemen to neutralize improvised explosive devices prepared by Daesh terrorists.

MANILA, Philippines (AP) — Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte warned Sunday that the military is ready to respond with airstrikes and new offensives if communist rebels launch attacks after both sides lifted separate cease-fires and he announced he was scrapping peace…

MANILA, Philippines (AP) — Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte warned Sunday that the military is ready to respond with airstrikes and new offensives if communist rebels launch attacks after both sides lifted separate cease-fires and he announced he was scrapping peace…

MANILA, Philippines (AP) — Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte warned Sunday that the military is ready to respond with airstrikes and new offensives if communist rebels launch attacks after both sides lifted separate cease-fires and he announced he was scrapping peace…

A primer for how to get to next year's Super Bowl game on a budget.

The ruling follows the suspension of Trump's travel ban.

MIYAZAKI, Japan - Tomoyuki Sugano, a member of Japan's World Baseball Classic team, throws a bullpen session in Miyaza...

MIYAZAKI, Japan - Tomoyuki Sugano, a member of Japan's World Baseball Classic team, throws a bullpen session in Miyaza...

Harbhajan and Afridi have had heated exchanges, but off the pitch, they have grown as close friends.

Sebastien Roblin

Security, Eurasia

The Soviet Harrier had its share of problems.

Everyone’s heard about the Harrier jump jet. Arnold Schwarzenegger used one to blast terrorists in True Lies. The Royal Navy beat him to the punch when it used a few dozen to score twenty air-to-air kills for zero losses against Argentine fighters in the Falklands War. The United States Marine Corps, too, has had a lasting affection for Vertical Takeoff Or Landing (VTOL) jets, which can be... Читать дальше...

Kyle Mizokami

Security, Middle East

The gun everyone fears in a fight.

One of the most recognizable weapons of the postwar era came from one of the newest nation-states. The Uzi submachine gun was designed to be a simple, inexpensive weapon that would overcome the logistical problems of a ragtag army turning professional. In doing so it became a commercial success, exported far and wide and a legend among postwar small arms.

The story of the Uzi goes back to 1948 and the birth of Israel. Читать дальше...