Some Rockettes At Odds With Management Over Inauguration Performance
The Rockettes are as American as apple pie, but some dancers in the famous troupe don't want to perform at Donald Trump's inauguration.
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Biden Chides Democrats During Formal Counting Of Electoral Votes
In a ceremony marking the end of the 2016 presidential election, some Democrats objected to the official Electoral College tally. But Vice President Joe Biden stopped them, saying, "It is over."
Students Zap Their Brains For a Boost, For Better Or Worse
Stimulating the brain with electrical currents is exploratory technology. But people are making and buying devices that do that for use at home — and interest rises around exam time.
Richard Haass Sees A 'World In Disarray' As Trump Prepares To Take Office
Richard Haass, president of the Council on Foreign Relations discusses his book, A World in Disarray, and what U.S. foreign policy could look like under Donald Trump.
More Families Choosing Cremation For Departed Loved Ones
Cremation rates in the U.S. have nearly doubled over the past 15 years. Barbara Kemmis, executive director of the Cremation Association of North America, discusses reasons for the increase.
Ohio Rep. Jim Jordan: Obamacare 'Needs To Be Repealed'
Congress is back in session and at the top of Republicans' agenda is repealing Obamacare. Ohio Republican Rep. Jim Jordan discusses efforts to repeal the Affordable Care Act.
NASA Faces The Unknown In Preparing For Trump Administration
President-elect Donald Trump has not provided many specifics about what he plans to do with NASA. But private companies are expected to take a bigger role in space travel in the coming years.
Minnesota Republican Rep. Jason Lewis Talks About His First Week On The Job
Jason Lewis was a conservative radio host in Minnesota and was recently elected to represent his state in the U.S. House of Representatives. He talks about his legislative priorities.
Why You Should Call Your Grandmother
Research about senior citizens by the University of California, San Francisco finds people who are lonely have a higher mortality rate. Companionship may be more important than income or health.
Lawmakers Prepare For Tough Confirmation Battle For Rex Tillerson
Lawmakers have lots of questions for Donald Trump's pick for secretary of state, Rex Tillerson. The former ExxonMobil CEO has done business around the world, including with Russian President Putin.