LOS ANGELES – The second-degree murder convictions this week of a Los Angeles-area physician were the first against a U.S.…
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Spooked by sugar, Americans search for healthier Halloween treats
The so-called war on sugar has a new battleground: Halloween. Some Americans are so spooked about the harmful effects of…
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If you think the ghosts and haunted houses of Halloween are scary, what about all that candy? Is it really…
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Google Frightgeist scares up Halloween costume trends
Google Trends has launched a new interface that lets you gauge the likelihood of showing up to the costume party…
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UN backs investigation of rights violations in Burundi, pledges to respond to threats to peace
UNITED NATIONS – The U.N. Security Council on Wednesday strongly backed the African Union’s decision to investigate human rights violations…
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Could some vultures disappear from Africa?
More than half of Africa’s vultures are facing a growing risk of extinction, due to widespread poisoning and targeting by…
Read MoreEU nations agree on stricter emissions testing for diesel cars in wake of Volkswagen scandal
BRUSSELS – European Union nations have agreed on tougher real driving emissions tests for diesel cars after the Volkswagen scandal…
Read MoreMagnets might ‘unlock’ paralyzed arm after stroke
People who suffer a stroke face many physical and emotional hurdles on their long road to recovery. But now, there…
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Review: Apple Wallet on Apple Watch
On paper, Apple Wallet sounds like the end of the credit card swipe. In the real world, it’s a work…
Read MoreKuwait court begins hearing appeal of 15 convicted for IS-claimed mosque bombing
KUWAIT CITY – Kuwait’s Court of Appeals has begun to hear the appeal of a verdict against 15 people convicted…
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