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West rains on Putin's WWII parade as Ukraine crisis takes toll
Seventy years ago they crushed Nazi Germany together but raging tensions over Ukraine mean Russia's former World War II allies in the West will snub the Kremlin's showcase victory anniversary celebrations. As top Western leaders give President Vladimir Putin's Red Square parade on May 9 the cold…AFPUS Passport Renewals You Should Know About
Find US Passport renewal resources on Yahoo Search!France displaces Britain as key US military ally
Once a source of irritation for the United States, France has nudged aside Britain to become the US military's key European partner. The growing ties between the two militaries were on display this month when France's top military officer, General Pierre de Villiers, hosted his US counterpart,…AFPThe Secret Submarine Base Norway Accidentally Handed to the Russians
Norway is ruing the day it sold off a key submarine base near the Russian border and now, with President Putin flexing his muscles in the region, there is growing alarm among Nato chiefs that the west has left itself woefully unprotected. Only six years ago, Norwegian politicians decided that…NewsweekBoehner mocks administration reaction to Israeli election
WASHINGTON (AP) — House Speaker John Boehner on Thursday defended his invitation to Benjamin Netanyahu to address Congress earlier this month and mocked the Obama administration's chilly reaction to the Israeli prime minister's election victory.Associated PressUS says deal would bar Iran nuclear bomb 'in perpetuity'
The Obama administration insisted before skeptical lawmakers Thursday that any deal with Iran would ensure for "perpetuity" that it could not develop nuclear weapons. A comprehensive accord would also see "phased, proportionate" relief from tough sanctions that have severely constrained Iran's…AFPRussia's massive military exercises are a clear warning to NATO
Russian military exercises, the latest in a series across the country, have taken on a threatening posture. While the most recent installment is not the largest exercise Russia has conducted, the areas involved and the forces included seem to have been deliberately chosen to send a warning to NATO;…Business InsiderNATO allies come to grips with Russia's 'hybrid warfare'
NATO allies are scrambling to protect vulnerable Baltic partners from the threat of hybrid warfare, a Russian tactic that officials and experts say is based on deception rather than formal declaration of war. Russian President Vladimir Putin's use of anonymous "little green men" to slice Crimea…AFPObama Planning Drastic Shake-Up in Policy Toward Israel
The historic victory for Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu this week in a campaign defined by hard-line policies is prompting the Obama administration to consider a major shift in its strategy toward Israel. The White House on Wednesday suggested it could reverse its decades-old policy of…NewsmaxAmerican Airlines Dad and Pilot Daughter Duo Take Flight
Imagine the pride American Airlines pilot Scott Byrne felt when he realized his co-pilot for the next few days would be someone he knew well. And imagine the excitement Jen Byrne felt sitting next to a man she called her "hero" as the plane she was piloting took off. The dad-and-daughter duo, both…Good Morning AmericaTop 10 Most Dangerous Cities in California
Do you live in one of the most dangerous cities in California? Check the list, be in the know.US, Israel have no choice but to work together: Netanyahu
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu stressed Thursday that the United States and Israel are each other's greatest allies and have no choice but to work together. Ties between Israel and the United States have plunged to an all-time low, after Netanyahu angered the Obama administration by…AFPThe Obama administration is exempting a key White House office from handing over their records
Business InsiderJim Young@jysc48Reply Retweet FavoriteRT @businessinsider: The Obama administration is exempting a White House office from handing over their records — via @thefiscaltimes http:…4 hrs agoPutin Takes His Wacky War Games One Step Further
Russian President Vladimir Putin recently disappeared from public life for 10 days. The celebration was, by itself, an act of defiance directed at Western powers, including the European Union and the United States, which view the Russian takeover of Ukraine as a serious breach of international law.…The Fiscal TimesFriday's solar eclipse is like nothing we'll see for another 19 years
This Friday, a rare total solar eclipse will be...Business InsiderThe True Cause of Muscle Cramps: Low Magnesium
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Hit-And-Run Driver Sought in Crash Near USC That Left Elderly Woman in Critical Condition
Police have released surveillance video with the hope someone can help them identify the hit-and-run driver who struck an elderly woman in a crosswalk at a crowded intersection near USC in broad daylight earlier this week. Mark Mester reports from Exposition Park for the KTLA 5 Morning News on…KTLA - Los Angeles Netanyahu faces pressure over Palestinian state after win
Benjamin Netanyahu weighed up options Thursday for a new Israeli rightwing coalition as Western governments cranked up the pressure on the premier for ruling out a Palestinian state during his campaign. Both the European Union and the United States gave a cool reception to Netanyahu's upset victory…AFPView
Instacram: Drew Barrymore Tastes Tokyo (10 photos)
It was a quick trip, but Drew Barrymore certainly made the best of her four days in Tokyo. The star, 40, tried all the best cuisine the city has to offer and, fortunately for the rest of us trapped inside eating a sad desk salad, she shared all her adventures on Instagram.Yahoo CelebrityIs Putin about to provoke conflict beyond Ukraine?
A show of force by the Russian military on the anniversary of its annexation of Crimea has led to fears that Putin could seek more "foreign distractions."CNBC15 Incredible Facts About the SR-71 Blackbird
The SR-71 Blackbird was a strategic reconnaissance (SR) aircraft built by Lockheed Martin and designed by Clarence Johnson.World No Longer Bound to Defend Israel Internationally
AMMAN -- The Israeli electorate had a choice to make. By re-electing a leader who publicly reneged on his commitments to peace and a two-state solution, they voted against peace. What remains now is how the Palestinians and the world will react to the closure of the charade that was called the…Huffington PostThe nightmare scenario for the Cleveland Cavaliers is getting real
Both on the court and off it, Kevin Love's...Business InsiderView
7 Countertop Materials You Can Actually Afford (8 photos)
When you're planning a kitchen remodel, a lot of thought and worry goes into the budget. And a hefty chunk of that budget will go to big-ticket items like the countertop. Natural stone, such as granite and marble, adds classic style, but these materials are a bargain at half the price. Fortunately,…Bob VilaBenjamin Netanyahu: I’m not a racist
In his first interview since Tuesday’s election, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said that his speech before both houses of Congress was not an “attempt at partisanship” and denied accusations of racism. “By coming to the United States, I didn’t mean any disrespect or any attempt at…POLITICOOnline Furniture Retailer Offers Huge Discounts
Shop every style of furniture and décor all in one easy to use site. New deals are added every day with thousands of items up to 70% off.Putin urges billionaires to bring money back to Russia
MOSCOW (AP) — Russian President Vladimir Putin has urged a gathering of billionaires and business leaders to bring money back to the country from offshore accounts, warning that funds kept abroad could be frozen.Associated PressNearly all fuel in Fukushima reactor has melted, says TEPCO
New tests show almost all of the fuel inside one of the Fukushima plant's reactors has melted, its operator said Thursday, the latest step in the clean up after Japan's worst ever nuclear crisis. Tokyo Electric Power Co. said the technology, which uses elementary particles called "muon" to create…AFP‘Hey, Handicap’: Neighbor Leaves Horrible Note On Amputee’s Car
Ashley Brady lost her leg in 2014. She finally got a special parking spot last week. And now, this.Yahoo HealthHouse Republicans Just Let The Cat Out Of The Bag
WASHINGTON -- Since taking control of the House in 2010, Republicans have crafted dozens of bills ostensibly devoted to "streamlining and simplifying" the federal government. They've pushed them through the lower chamber, promising to cut red tape and create jobs. But on Tuesday, they let the cat…Huffington PostThese Essential Oils Will Keep The Doctors Away
These oils have anti-viral, anti-inflammatory, and pain relieving properties. It can boost your bodies' natural immunity and ability to help relax.AdChoicesTrendopiaSponsored- 2:45
Target minimum wage hike coming
Target is reportedly raising its minimum wage to $9 per hour.Yahoo Finance Video Charlie Sheen’s Racist Obama Rant
The man formerly known as Carlos Irwin Estévez has put his foot firmly in his mouth again. Early Thursday morning, the star of Platoon, Wall Street, and Two and a Half Men took to Twitter to vent his frustration with President Obama’s appearance on ESPN’s SportsCenter. You see, Obama was engaging…The Daily BeastUK military trainers in Ukraine for medical, tactical drills
KIEV, Ukraine (AP) — Around 30 British military personnel have arrived in Ukraine to provide medical and tactical training to the country's troops, officials said Thursday.Associated PressBoko Haram 'slaughter wives' in NE Nigeria: witnesses
Dozens of Nigerian women who were forced to marry Boko Haram fighters were reportedly slaughtered by their "husbands" before a battle with troops in the northeast town of Bama, multiple witnesses said Thursday. Five witnesses who recounted the massacres to AFP said the Islamist militants feared…AFPShocking Truths About "The Voice"
The Voice has stolen our attention and melted our hearts with inspiring stories. But, of course, little of what we see on TV is real..Pope Francis Walks The Walk And Talks The Talk
Since Pope Francis began his tenure as the leader of the Catholic Church two years ago, he's made a name for himself with his modest lifestyle and fearless approach to the church's stance on non-traditional issues. Catholic priest Stan Chu Ilo told HuffPost Live that the pontiff's legacy has been…Huffington PostJon Stewart looks at Netanyahu's win and sees America
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu veered to the right at the end of his successful re-election campaign, vowing he will never allow a Palestinian state and warning conservative Israeli Jews that his center-left opponents were bussing Arabs to the polls. "How dare you," Jon Stewart said on…The WeekWhy Germany, France, and Italy Are Joining a New Chinese-Led Bank Against U.S. Urging
The Eurozone is positioning itself as a major economic player in world and by joining with Chinese wants to show its independence of U.S.TheStreet.comObama official: Congress should freeze its Iran penalties
WASHINGTON (AP) — Obama administration officials told a House committee on Thursday that if a nuclear deal is struck with Iran, lawmakers should leave congressionally imposed sanctions in place for years.Associated PressThe One Thing Your Prostate Needs Every Morning
Are you suffering from an enlarged prostate? Dr. David Brownstein reveals the causes of prostate enlargement and natural strategies to overcome it.US aircraft strike IS drone in Iraq: officials
US warplanes have bombed a small drone used by Islamic State extremists in Iraq, marking the first time American-led forces had targeted an unmanned aircraft flown by the jihadists, officials said Wednesday. The strike took place on Tuesday near the western city of Fallujah, destroying "a remotely…AFPScott Walker's Terrible, No Good, Very Bad Week
WASHINGTON -- Scott Walker was supposed to be the principled candidate who could appeal to both the Republican party's conservative base and its so-called establishment wing in the 2016 presidential primary. It appears, however, that he may have succeeded in alienating both groups this week when he…Huffington PostIS 'may have committed genocide'
BBC NewsSteven Penn@Steven218Reply Retweet FavoriteRT @BBCWorld: IS jihadists may have committed genocide & war crimes against Iraq's minority Yazidi community, the UN says http://t.co/vMysH…2 hrs agoPakistan convict dressed in white for hanging before last-minute stay
Lawyers for Shafqat Hussain say he was just 14 in 2004 when he was burnt with cigarettes and had fingernails removed until he confessed to the killing of a child, a case that has angered rights groups and prompted mercy appeals from his family. Hussain's hanging was postponed indefinitely, his…Reuters16 Optical Illusions That Make You Look Twice
Our eyes are incredible, but sometimes they can play tricks on us. These images aren't what they first seem, and they will blow your mind.Obama’s Netanyahu Snub Signals a Broken Relationship
Tuesday’s elections in Israel, which appear likely to give Benjamin Netanyahu another term as Prime Minister, may have been a signal that it’s time for the White House to repair President Obama’s chilly relationship with the hard-right Israeli premier. But if so, someone in the administration…The Fiscal TimesRussia stirs anger with South Ossetia 'annexation' deal
Russia on Wednesday signed a wide-ranging alliance with Georgia's breakaway region of South Ossetia that will further cement its control over the territory despite fierce condemnation from the West. President Vladimir Putin inked a deal in Moscow with South Ossetian leader Leonid Tibilov that…AFPAaron Schock's father had the best response to his son's scandals
Former Rep. Aaron Schock's (R-Illinois) has a...Business InsiderRussian Navy Carries Out Mock Attack on Nuclear Submarine
Russian naval units launched an air-and-sea practice offensive on a nuclear submarine today in the Barents Sea, which Russia shares with Norway. The drill is part of Russia’s massive snap military drills which are due to continue until 21 March. The ‘strike and search group’, as the Russian…Newsweek8 Embarrassing Bodily Functions That Are Healthy
You might be surprised to learn that those bodily functions that are so mortifying are actually signs that we have healthy bodies.Superduperjumbo: Airbus Markets a Higher Seat Count on Its A380 Jet
The Airbus A380 superjumbo plane has just gotten bigger—at least on paper.The Wall Street Journal- 3:14
How will Netanyahu’s win weigh on any Iranian nuclear deal?
National Review Opinion Editor Patrick Brennan on Netanyahu winning the Israeli elections and the expected Iran nuclear deal.Fox Business Videos Yemen president flees palace after jet attack
An air raid on the presidential palace in Yemen's southern city of Aden and intense fighting at the airport Thursday raised fears for President Abedrabbo Mansour Hadi, who fled his residence. Hadi was forced to evacuate the palace in the country's major southern city, presidency sources said, after…AFPView
10 Musicians Who’ve Worked With Nile Rodgers! (11 photos)
On Friday, March 20 at 2 p.m. PT, Yahoo Live will live stream Nile Rodgers's concert from Roundhouse in London. Tune in HERE to watch! Some people know Nile Rodgers as the lead guitarist in Chic – and therefore for the hit “Good Times.” However, Rodgers’s music influence goes far wider than just…Live NationReverse Mortgage: How it Works (Age 62 Plus)
Educate yourself! Understand how a Reverse Mortgage works. Learn more now.Netanyahu Will Make History
Well, it’s pretty clear now: Benjamin Netanyahu is going to be a major figure in Israeli history — not because he’s heading to become the longest-serving Israeli prime minister, but because he’s heading to be the most impactful. Having won the Israeli elections — in part by declaring that he will…New York TimesSenator McCain raps Air Force on Russian rocket engines
Senator John McCain on Wednesday criticized the U.S. Air Force's "troubling lack of urgency" in ending dependence on Russian rocket engines for space launches, saying there was still no strategy to replace them a year after Moscow seized the Crimea. "Continued reliance on Russian rocket engines is…ReutersOddball 'Crystal' Survived Crash to Earth Inside Meteorite
A bizarre crystal-like mineral recently found in a meteorite that crashed to Earth perhaps 15,000 years ago adds more support for the idea that the fragile structure can survive in nature. The newfound mineral is called a "quasicrystal" because it resembles a crystal, but the atoms are not arranged…LiveScience.comMichelle Obama tells Japan PM: 'Let's do lunch'
Michelle Obama suggested a lunch date with Shinzo Abe at his wife's restaurant on Thursday, offering the Japanese prime minister a place at her table next time she is in town. The US first lady gave a ringing endorsement of Akie Abe's "izakaya" -- a traditional Japanese-style pub -- after eating…AFPHow To Choose Which Driving Job is Right For You
Interested in making money behind the wheel? You're in the right place. This guide will provide some helpful insights.2 People, 25 Years of Marriage, and the DNA That Could Tear Us Apart
They brought out in Benjamin a love so fierce, so focused, that I fell off the edge of his world, plunging straight past him and into some sea where, no matter how much I flounder and flail, he fails to toss me a line. As for me, in the sea, my children often appear to me as apparitions, floating…Yahoo StyleThe US mission to NATO just called out Putin's Crimea narrative
"An evolution of views"Business InsiderWhite House challenges Netanyahu after election win
The White House gave a tepid acknowledgement of Benjamin Netanyahu's reelection on Wednesday, stressing that his election pledge to block the creation of a Palestinian state runs against US policy. After an election campaign that was marked by open hostility between Obama and Netanyahu, the White…AFPKaley Cuoco Brings Sexy Back (Literally!) in Open-Back Black Dress: Red Carpet Photos
Kaley Cuoco chose a sexy black dress with a very low back to attend the 23rd annual "A Night at Sardi's" Gala in Beverly Hills on March 18; see the Big Big Theory star's red carpet style photos hereUs WeeklyNew Electricity Breakthrough
Dad uses this unique method to slash his power bill by 75%. Find out how he does it.Moldova bans Russian journalists, Crimea documentary
CHISINAU, Moldova (AP) — Two Russian journalists planning to travel to Moldova to present a documentary on Crimea have been banned from the country for five years, authorities said Thursday.Associated PressAt Iran talks, Kerry can't get into gear
US Secretary of State John Kerry has a history with broken planes but during Iran nuclear talks in Switzerland this week even his bike needed fixing. In what sceptics might call a metaphor for the talks in Lausanne, Kerry's orange racer on Monday couldn't get into gear properly, Lionel Schumann of…AFPWas Hillary Clinton Running a Rogue Intel Operation?
Monica Crowley raised the question today of whether Hillary Clinton was using her private email server in order to run a rogue intelligence operation.Fox News InsiderUK troops start training mission in Ukraine: ministry
British troops have begun a training mission in Ukraine, helping government forces fighting pro-Russian separatists, the Ministry of Defence in London said Thursday. The BBC reported that 35 personnel are in the southern city of Mykolaiv as part of a two-month mission, although the ministry…AFPWill this Start-up Kill the ETF Revolution?
Invest in 150+ professionally built portfolios or customize a portfolio tailored to your needs. Plus, get a $150 cash bonus when you start trading.Here's a wolf and a bear fishing side-by-side in Alaska
Good dog!Check out this cool video of a #wolf fishing along side a #bear at #Katmai #NationalPark & Preserve in #Alaska. On the Alaska Peninsula, salmon constitute a significant portion of a wolf’s summer diet. This video, taken at #BrooksFalls in July 2007, captures footage of a wolf who was…SB NationPoland says it will match Russia's diplomatic hostility
WARSAW, Poland (AP) — Poland will reciprocate if Russia continues to bill for Poland's diplomatic buildings in Russia, the foreign minister said Wednesday.Associated PressView
Champions League Round of 16 - Atletico Madrid vs. Bayer Leverkusen (12 photos)
El Cholo must produce his magic one more time to lead Atleti past Bayer Leverkusen in the Champions League.Yahoo SportsKrauthammer: White House reaction to Netanyahu victory 'unseemly'
Charles Krauthammer told viewers Wednesday on “Special Report with Bret Baier” that the Obama administration’s reaction to Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s election victory last night “has become unseemly.”Fox News10 Camping Tricks That Will Make Your Head Spin
Make your camping experience much more effortless with these 10 genius camping hacks and wonder how on earth you didn't think of them sooner.How Iran Is Taking Over the Middle East
Then, 47 Republican senators wrote to the Iranian leadership to tell them that Congress will need to approve any deal Obama may make with Tehran over its nuclear program. Finally, we had a senior advisor to the Iranian president saying that Iran has become a Middle Eastern empire whose capital is…The Fiscal TimesCalifornia man fatally impaled on fence after falling from tree
The body of the man, who was not named, was found by officers early on Wednesday morning in the East Hollywood neighborhood of Los Angeles, said Los Angeles Police Department spokeswoman Officer Liliana Preciado. "This is being investigated as an accidental death." About a dozen beer cans were…ReutersEurope's 8 Most Picturesque Towns
From the islands of the Mediterranean to the peaks of the Alps, Europe's postcard-perfect towns continue to inspire travelers with distinct architecture preserved from 1,000 years ago. Filled with plenty of charm, many of these treasured areas contain historic ruins, cobblestone streets, and…Huffington Post- 2:45
Sam Smith’s Weight-Loss Guru Explains His Transformation
The Grammy winner says he lost 14 pounds in two weeks with a new approach to food.ABC News Videos 25 Wrecked Supercars That Are Hard To Look At.
Some people just can't handle 500+ horsepower supercars! You'll cringe when you see the damage done in these crazy exotic car crashes.AdChoicesExoticWhips.TvSponsoredRussia is modernizing its increasingly aggressive air force
Although Moscow has the world's second-largest air force, which includes strategic bombers capable of carrying nuclear weapons thousands of miles around the world, its fleet is old. To compensate, Russia is rapidly attempting to modernize its air force.Business InsiderAnalysis: Why Netanyahu? It's more than just nationalism
JERUSALEM (AP) — It's a mystery to many: Benjamin Netanyahu's campaign gained steam when he ruled out the creation of a Palestinian state, and he seems determined to continue settling occupied land with Jews.Associated PressMany Democrats want independent Clinton email probe: Reuters/Ipsos poll
By Amanda Becker WASHINGTON (Reuters) - Democrats’ support is softening for Hillary Clinton, their party’s presumed 2016 presidential front-runner, with many favoring an independent review of her personal email use when she was secretary of state. Support for Clinton's candidacy has dropped about…Reuters7-foot-1, 300-pound 'Chinese Shaq' destroys Stephon Marbury with a dunk
Ex-NBA player Stephon Marbury has had a wildly...Business InsiderIs this the smartest CPAP in the World?
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DR Congo to expel foreign pro-democracy activists
Pro-democracy activists from Senegal and Burkina Faso arrested in Democratic Republic of Congo on suspicion of planning to destabilise the country will be expelled and banned from returning, the government announced on Wednesday. Duration: 01:00AFP Videos Dem Vow on Iran: ‘Any Attempts to Sidestep Congress Will Be Resisted on Both Sides of the Aisle’
The leading Democrat on the House Foreign Affairs Committee told Deputy Secretary of State Tony Blinken this morning that “there really can’t be any marginalization of Congress” on Iran nuclear negotiations. “Any attempts to sidestep Congress will be resisted on both sides of the aisle,” Rep. Eliot…pjmedia.comWhat's behind Russia's massive muscle-flexing?
The Kremlin insists that this mobilization, the biggest since the cold war, is simply an internal check to ensure that Russia's longstanding rearmament program is producing results. "Such NATO actions lead to destabilization of the situation and increasing tensions in northeastern Europe," Tass…Christian Science MonitorThese Japanese Engineers Invented $7,900 Bike Wheels
Brothers Nobuo and Yutaka Kondo run Kondo Machine, a 30-employee shop that engineers specialized parts for Rolls-Royce jet engines and machines that make parts for Toyota cars. In Japan compulsive overengineering is producing beautiful industrial components and few consumer hits.Bloomberg27 Workplace Safety Fails
Have you ever been forced to sit through endless lectures on workplace safety? Apparently these people never have, though maybe they should.Elon Musk says that updates to Tesla software will make it 'impossible to run out of range'
We now know what Elon Musk meant when he...Business InsiderMutiny on the Bounty descendants to lose self-rule
A remote Pacific island whose residents are descendants of the swashbuckling British sailors and Tahitian women immortalised in the "Mutiny on the Bounty" movies is set to lose its right to self-rule. Norfolk Island, 1,500 kilometres (900 miles) east of the Australian coast and settled by the…AFPLightning may be about to strike in Congress
Something amazing may be about to happen in Congress: Republicans and Democrats coming together to pass legislation that will fix a longstanding problem. The House’s top two leaders are on the verge of securing a sweeping deal to permanently fix a gaping hole in Medicare that has haunted Congress…Washington PostCentrist runner-up says he won't join new Israeli coalition
JERUSALEM (AP) — The head of a center-left union that came in second in Israel's election said Thursday he would not join Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's government, accusing him of rallying voters with racist remarks on election day.Associated Press