USA TODAYadded this to Top StoriesBowe Bergdahl Here are the tough debate questions 2020 Democratic candidates should have to answerUSA TODAY - Ari FleischerPresidential debate moderators should be as tough on Democrats as they've been on Republicans. Put them on the spot about culture and economics. The upcoming Democratic presidential debates will tell a
USA TODAYadded this to Top StoriesFlipboardIcon version of the Flipboard logoMax Scherzer LEADING OFF: Scherzer breaks nose, Judge nears returnUSA TODAY SportsNationals ace Max Scherzer has a broken nose after fouling a ball off his face during batting practice Tuesday, and it's unclear when he'll return to the mound. Scherzer was attempting a bunt when he a
USA TODAYadded this to Top StoriesRefugees Nearly 71 million displaced by war, violence at home, UN report saysUSA TODAY - Jamey KeatenGENEVA – A record 71 million people have been displaced worldwide from war, persecution and other violence, the U.N. refugee agency said Wednesday, an increase of more than 2 million from last year and
USA TODAYadded this to Top StoriesIndiana Politics ‘Lorax’ tree legend, butter Elmo, meth squirrel: News from around our 50 statesUSA TODAYAthens: Investigators say a man kept a caged “attack squirrel” in his apartment and fed it methamphetamine to ensure it stayed aggressive. The News Courier reports authorities are seeking 35-year-old Paulk
USA TODAYadded this to SportsHall of Fame Former Yankees star Bernie Williams to perform music at Baseball Hall of Fame inductionsUSA TODAY SportsCOOPERSTOWN, N.Y. – Four-time World Series champion Bernie Williams will perform at the Baseball Hall of Fame induction ceremony next month in Cooperstown. Williams, a former teammate of Class of 2019
USA TODAYadded this to SportsCONCACAF Gold Cup U.S. men's national team wins Gold Cup opener vs. Guyana behind two Tyler Boyd goalsUSA TODAY SportsST. PAUL, Minn. (AP) — Newcomer Tyler Boyd scored two goals to guide the United States past overmatched Guyana 4-0 to start the CONCACAF Gold Cup on Tuesday night, getting the Americans back on track their
USA TODAYadded this to SportsFlipboardIcon version of the Flipboard logoGuyana Newcomer Boyd gets 2 goals for US in 4-0 win over GuyanaUSA TODAY SportsST. PAUL, Minn. (AP) — After newcomer Tyler Boyd scored early in the second half to give the United States a two-goal lead, the sure sign this was going to be a good night for the Americans was visible
USA TODAYadded this to SportsFlipboardIcon version of the Flipboard logoBrazil Brazil jeered again at home after 0-0 draw against VenezuelaUSA TODAY SportsSALVADOR, Brazil (AP) — For the second straight time in the Copa America at home, Brazil was jeered by its fans. The hosts followed a lackluster win over Bolivia with a scoreless draw against Venezuela
USA TODAYadded this to SportsFlipboardIcon version of the Flipboard logoChicago White Sox Jiménez homers in 9th to power White Sox past Cubs, 3-1USA TODAY SportsCHICAGO (AP) — Eloy Jiménez came up in a big spot and delivered. It was exactly how he pictured the moment when he became a professional ballplayer. Jiménez hit a tiebreaking two-run homer in the ninth
USA TODAYadded this to SportsFlipboardIcon version of the Flipboard logoMiami Marlins Rookie Yamamoto blanks Cardinals again, Marlins win 6-0USA TODAY SportsST. LOUIS (AP) — In his first two starts, Jordan Yamamoto has done things that have been accomplished once, or not at all, in the past century. It's been a dream debut for the 23-year-old rookie, who acquired
USA TODAYadded this to SportsFlipboardIcon version of the Flipboard logoSports Jason deGrom, Alonso lead Mets past East-leading Braves 10-2USA TODAY SportsATLANTA (AP) — Jacob deGrom took a shutout into the ninth inning, Pete Alonso homered to highlight the first four-hit game of his young career, and the New York Mets routed the first-place Atlanta Braves
USA TODAYadded this to EntertainmentAmerica's Got Talent 'AGT': Ansley Burns, 12, wows with a capella Aretha Franklin song after 'terrible' startUSA TODAY - Donna Isbell WalkerTwelve-year-old singer Ansley Burns advanced to the next round of "America's Got Talent" after getting enthusiastic yes votes from all four judges on the NBC competition series. Ansley sang Aretha Franklin's
USA TODAYadded this to SportsFlipboardIcon version of the Flipboard logoCameron Maybin Maybin makes bid to keep spot with HR, Yanks beat Rays 6-3USA TODAY SportsNEW YORK (AP) — Cameron Maybin realizes his time in pinstripes may be running out. As Aaron Judge nears his return from the injured list, Maybin is making it difficult for the Yankees to think about cutting
USA TODAYadded this to EntertainmentAmerica's Got Talent 'AGT': Detroit Youth Choir moves an inspired Terry Crews to tears, wins a golden buzzerUSA TODAY - Cydney HendersonWhen "America's Got Talent" host Terry Crews looked at the Detroit Youth Choir, he saw himself. The community-based group, led by Choir Director Anthony White, is composed of dozens of inner-city schoolchildren
USA TODAYadded this to SportsFlipboardIcon version of the Flipboard logoAtlanta Braves DeGrom, Alonso lead Mets to a 10-2 rout of 1st-place BravesUSA TODAY SportsATLANTA (AP) — The Atlanta Braves are one of baseball's best offensive teams. The reigning NL Cy Young winner took a shutout into the ninth inning and got plenty of run support from Pete Alonso and his
USA TODAYadded this to SportsFlipboardIcon version of the Flipboard logoJustin Verlander Reds hit 3 homers off Justin Verlander, beat Astros 4-3USA TODAY SportsCINCINNATI (AP) — Justin Verlander gives up a lot of fly balls. Great American Ball Park yields a lot of home runs. The Cincinnati Reds took advantage of the combination to finally win a series. Jesse
USA TODAYadded this to SportsFlipboardIcon version of the Flipboard logoSports Tigers slip by sloppy Pirates 5-4, snap 4-game losing streakUSA TODAY SportsPITTSBURGH (AP) — Christin Stewart's sped his thinking up and slowed down his feet, helping the Detroit Tigers end a four-game losing streak in the process. Stewart was on first with the bases loaded one
USA TODAYadded this to EntertainmentHaley Stevens 'Bachelorette' star Jed Wyatt was in a serious relationship during the show, his ex claimsUSA TODAY - Cydney HendersonSinger/songwriter Jed Wyatt is vying for Hannah Brown's love on "The Bachelorette," but it appears she's not the only woman who has his heart. Fellow musician Haley Stevens told People that she was in
USA TODAYadded this to Top StoriesAnimals Walking your dog during the summer? Don't let them suffer the same fate as OlafUSA TODAY - Jordan CulverA Washington-based veterinary hospital is warning dog owners of the dangers of summertime walks. In a post shared on Facebook, the hospital shows a dog named Olaf whose paw pads were burned after a mile-long
USA TODAYadded this to SportsFlipboardIcon version of the Flipboard logoToronto Blue Jays Skaggs pitches season-high 7 1/3, Angels beat Jays 3-1USA TODAY SportsTORONTO (AP) — After seven failed attempts, Tyler Skaggs and the Los Angeles Angels are finally back at .500. Skaggs pitched into the eighth inning, Kole Calhoun and Brian Goodwin hit solo home runs, the
USA TODAYadded this to SportsFlipboardIcon version of the Flipboard logoCONCACAF Gold Cup Bradley restored to US captain for Gold Cup openerUSA TODAY SportsST. PAUL, Minn. (AP) — Michael Bradley returned to his role as captain for the first time under new U.S. coach Gregg Berhalter as the Americans opened the CONCACAF Gold Cup against Guyana in their first
USA TODAYadded this to SportsFlipboardIcon version of the Flipboard logoSports Phillies-Nationals rained out for second consecutive nightUSA TODAY SportsWASHINGTON (AP) — Two consecutive rainouts — and one batting practice injury for Max Scherzer — have thrown the Washington Nationals' pitching plans into question. The Nationals and Philadelphia Phillies
USA TODAYadded this to EntertainmentBrandi Carlile Tanya Tucker to Brandi Carlile: 'Don't mess with my bad reputation'USA TODAY - Cindy WattsChaos and human is how Grammy-winning Brandi Carlile describes country singer Tanya Tucker. She also uses words including “legend,” “tough” and “original female outlaw.” “There would be no Miranda (Lambert),
USA TODAYadded this to Top StoriesCBD CBD candy? Hershey CEO says the company has ‘no plans at this point’USA TODAY Money - Amelia LucasChocolates and gummy candy have become a popular vehicle for CBD, but the non-psychoactive cannabis compound won’t be in Hershey products anytime soon. Hershey CEO Michele Buck said the 125-year-old company
USA TODAYadded this to Top StoriesTom Hanks Tom Hanks had an 'out-of-body experience' finishing 'Toy Story 4'USA TODAY - Brian TruittLAKE BUENA VISTA, Fla. – Tom Hanks, ever curious, is checking out a mural featuring an array of Disney characters, from animated icons like Mickey and Minnie to deeper cuts like Ichabod Crane and Roger
USA TODAYadded this to Top StoriesNews Cut the fat: The obesity rate is dropping among US preschoolers, study showsUSA TODAY - Kristin LamPreschool children receiving government food aid are reaching healthier body mass indexes, a U.S. study found, signaling a steady decline in obesity rates. The latest data shows obesity rates dropped about
USA TODAYadded this to MoneyTaco Bell Taco Bell website and app go down for some users during free taco promotion TuesdayUSA TODAY Money - Kelly TykoTaco Bell's free taco giveaway may have proved to be too popular for the fast-food chain's website and mobile app. Similar to what has happened when other restaurants give away free food, including Chipotle,
USA TODAYadded this to Top StoriesGreat White Shark Huge great white shark surprises stunned New Jersey fishermenUSA TODAY - Dan RadelNEPTUNE, N.J. – A party of sport fishermen had a rare brush with a huge great white shark Monday off the coast of New Jersey. In an encounter that was very similar to a scene from the 1975 blockbuster
