The White House Could Be Made A Fortress, But Should It Be?
It turns out the Secret Service isn't too good at protecting the White House. Maybe one reason is that we don't want it to be.
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When Can A Big Storm Or Drought Be Blamed On Climate Change?
Scientists wince when people blame every big tropical cyclone, heat wave or drought on a shifting climate. But now some are trying to figure out just what the evidence for such a link would be.
How A Law From The Civil War Fights Modern-Day Fraud
A Civil War-era law that encourages whistleblowers to turn in their employers has been successful at exposing corporate fraud.
Movement Against Female Genital Mutilation Gains Spotlight In U.K.
The U.K. tended to treat the issue as a practice from a foreign culture that did not demand attention. But it has become a central focus for police, doctors, and even the British prime minister.
Take A New Test Aimed At The World's English-Language Learners
Over 1 billion people around the world are studying English. Now they have a new test to see how they're doing — and if you're curious, you can see how your language skills measure up.
Michael Dunn Found Guilty In Florida 'Loud Music' Shooting
The case, which ended in a mistrial earlier this year, drew national attention because of its racial overtones. Dunn, a white man, said he shot a black teen because he felt threatened.
Amid Scandal, Secret Service Director Julia Pierson Resigns
The efficacy of the Secret Service has come under scrutiny lately, after an armed man ran into the White House. Under pressure from lawmakers, the service's chief resigned.
Baseball's AL Wild-Card Game Was Indeed Wild
The Royals move on to the American League Division Series after beating the Athletics 9-8 on Tuesday night. It was the Royals' first appearance in a postseason game in 29 years.
Putting Caffeine In Your Underwear Won't Make You Slimmer, Alas
Here's a government service: The Federal Trade Commission has told two companies to quit selling caffeinated women's undergarments because they don't actually slim your nether regions as advertised.
First U.S. Case Of Ebola Confirmed In Dallas
A man who flew to the U.S. from Liberia has tested positive for Ebola. He was not sick on the plane, but developed symptoms later. He is currently in isolation at a hospital in Dallas.