An Atypical Political Spouse, Melania Trump Steps Into The Campaign Spotlight
She's not a typical political spouse, spending most of her time at home caring for the couple's 10-year-old son.
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U.S.-Led Campaign Claws Back Turf From ISIS
President Obama convenes his National Security Council at CIA Headquarters on Wednesday. On the agenda: how to defeat ISIS, how to advance peace in Syria and how to achieve those two goals quickly.
Zika Virus Can Cause Brain Defects In Babies, CDC Confirms
U.S. health officials say they are now convinced that Zika virus can target the developing brain before birth, leading to a severe type of microcephaly and other brain abnormalities.
Who Owns 'We Shall Overcome'? All Of Us, A Lawsuit Claims
The same law firm that recently succeeded in releasing "Happy Birthday" from copyright rules is now hoping to do the same for the civil rights anthem.
Hillary Clinton Addresses Civil Rights Group After Missteps With Black Voters
After some recent missteps with African-American voters, Hillary Clinton addressed a high-profile civil rights group Wednesday.
Chicago Police Department Must Acknowledge Racist Past, Task Force Says
The Chicago Police Department needs to acknowledge its racist history and use of excessive force, and it needs a major overhaul in the way it investigates officers and holds police accountable. That's according to a scathing report from a task force appointed by the city's mayor to issue recommendations for sweeping reform.
Not All Financial Education Is Effective. Here Are 4 Ideas That Work
Credit scores. Car loans. Mortgages. It's stuff we all need to know. Yet not all financial education classes help us make better financial decisions. But some do.
When The U.S. Engages, Do Human Rights Improve?
The U.S. has reached out to foes that include Cuba, Iran and Myanmar. Now the State Department weighs in with its annual report on human rights around the globe.
Thousands Of Verizon Workers Go On Strike As Contract Talks Stall
About 40,000 Verizon workers went on strike Wednesday demanding an extension on talks for a new labor contract. The workers are represented by two unions, the International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers and the Communications Workers of America.
Oakland And The Warriors: NBA Team's Success Mirrors Rise Of Home City
They're called the Golden State Warriors and are claimed by the entire Bay Area. But really, the Warriors belong to Oakland, Calif. The rise of the team from irrelevance to NBA champions mirrors the rise of the city itself.