NOAA Storm clouds hover over Trump's nominee to NOAAUSA TODAY - The Editorial BoardFormer AccuWeather CEO Barry Myers' nomination rushes to Senate vote despite conflicts of interest, sexual harassment allegations: Our view Barry Myers just might be the most controversial choice ever
NOAA Former AccuWeather CEO has managerial skills NOAA needsUSA TODAY - Robert VanasseOur Saving Seafood members view Barry Myers’ experience at a family-based business as an asset: Opposing view One side of NOAA is atmosphere, the other is oceans. As former CEO of AccuWeather, Barry Myers
Jussie Smollett Will Jussie Smollett's final 'Empire' episode this season be his swan song?USA TODAY - Bill KeveneyJussie Smollett's final episode of "Empire" airs Wednesday – at least for this season – but the embattled actor's co-stars are trying to make sure it won't be his last appearance on the Fox drama (8 EDT/PDT).
Dallas, TX Ken Kercheval, who played J.R. Ewing's rival Cliff Barnes on 'Dallas,' dies at age 83USA TODAY - Maria PuenteActor Ken Kercheval, who played blundering Texas oilman Cliff Barnes on TV's iconic "Dallas" oil opera, has died in his Indiana hometown, according to a local funeral home. He was 83. The Frist Funeral
Impeachment Boy Scouts sexual abuse claims – hundreds.USA TODAY - Ashley ShafferCoaches that cheat. Students that cheat. A president who swears he didn't cheat to win office. It's all in Wednesday's Short List. It's Ashley, keeping 'em honest on the day's top news. But first, remember
Michael Cohen Michael Cohen was secretly recorded by actor Tom Arnold talking about his crimes and TrumpUSA TODAY - Christal HayesWASHINGTON – Michael Cohen, the president's former lawyer and soon-to-be prison inmate, was secretly recorded by actor and comedian Tom Arnold discussing the crimes he's pleaded guilty to and how his has
Ernie Els Els infuses PGA Zurich Classic with Presidents Cup subplotUSA TODAY SportsAVONDALE, La. (AP) — As captain of the 2019 Presidents Cup's international squad, South Africa's Ernie Els decided to see if the PGA Tour's only team tournament could serve as a useful prep event. So Els
Sports Man City 3 wins from retaining Premier League titleUSA TODAY SportsMANCHESTER, England (AP) — As an excitable Pep Guardiola congratulated his players one by one in the center of the field, a chant of "Champions" rang out from the Manchester City fans in one corner of
News Feds issue new warning to doctors: Don't skimp too much on opioid pain pillsUSA TODAY - Jayne O'Donnell andDoctors are misusing 2016 opioid pain medication guidelines, federal officials said Wednesday, a clear response to increasing complaints from chronic pain patients who say they are the victims of an overreaction
Selena Gomez Selena Gomez doesn't want to be called pretty anymore. Here's whyUSA TODAY - Cydney HendersonSelena Gomez wants everyone to know she is more than her looks. The actress and singer, 26, opened up about self-acceptance and authenticity on Coach's first-ever episode of their "Dream It Real" podcast
Tesla Model 3 Tesla reports bruising first-quarter loss of $702M amid concerns about Model 3 demandUSA TODAY Money - Nathan BomeyFacing concerns about demand and profitability, Tesla reported a bruising first-quarter net loss of $702 million on Wednesday, providing more fodder to critics who say the company is overhyped. But with
Opinion Elizabeth Warren's college debt cancellation is pure fantasy: Today's talkerUSA TODAYWarren's plan will make a bad problem worse by bloating higher education in the US, argues David Bahr and Ann Phelan. Sen. Elizabeth Warren, D-Mass., unveiled a higher education plan on Monday that calls
John Stamos John Stamos shares details of son's premature birth: 'I was always meant to be a father'USA TODAY - Sonja HallerNothing about the birth of John Stamos' first child went as planned. Stamos and his wife went to the hospital with false contractions and were sent home, only to turn around and come right back once she
Justin Bieber Justin Bieber defends himself after being accused of lip-syncing at CoachellaUSA TODAY - Sara M MoniuszkoJustin Bieber is slamming E! host and former reality star Morgan Stewart for negative comments she made about his Coachella performance with Ariana Grande, where he appeared to lip-sync. The "Sorry" singer
Impeachment Here are the 2020 candidates who want President Trump impeachedUSA TODAY - Nicholas WuWASHINGTON - Impeachment is driving debate on the campaign trail now that special counsel Robert Mueller’s report on Russian interference in the 2016 election is out. Although the 448-page long report
Mortgages Mortgage applications fall as higher rates chill buyersUSA TODAY Money - YAN ZHANGThirty-year fixed mortgage rates are at their highest level in over a month, and home buyers are starting to retreat a bit. Mortgage applications fell 7.3% last week, according to the Mortgage Bankers
Elizabeth Warren Elizabeth Warren's plan for student loan forgiveness: Don't bank on itUSA TODAY Money - Susan TomporCaution: If you're someone who grabs money management tips after a quick read of a headline or two on Twitter, take note. Don't bank on getting a big break yet on your college debt. "College students are
Christopher Columbus Tourist attraction La Nina, a Columbus sailing ship replica, sinks again in TexasUSA TODAYCORPUS CHRISTI, Texas (AP) — A docked replica of a Christopher Columbus ship that sank in 2017 days after Hurricane Harvey struck Texas has swamped again. Officials say divers will examine La Nina (NEEN’-yuh)
Babies After miscarriage, Hilaria Baldwin says that lost 'little soul' sparked a big conversationUSA TODAY - Amy HanelineHilaria Baldwin is crediting her lost baby for sparking an important conversation about miscarriage – an experience she says too many women are afraid to speak about. "This is an issue that so many suffer
Robotics Robot lawn mowers are tested out at several parks worldwideUSA TODAY This grass cutting robot may look like something out of the future but it's a reality at several parks.
Western Michigan University Student headed to college in Michigan beheaded by Saudi Arabian governmentUSA TODAY - David JesseDETROIT – A Saudi Arabian man who was arrested as a teenager as he was getting ready to fly to America to begin his studies at Western Michigan University was beheaded by the government Tuesday, according
Amtrak Amtrak announces new 'Share Fares' discount prices for group travelUSA TODAY - David OliverAttention train travelers: Get ready for some serious savings with your family and friends, but make sure you read the fine print before you hit "purchase." Amtrak announced a new "Share Fares" discount
Bill Cosby Bill Cosby attacks his trial judge – again – in new effort to get out of jail on appealUSA TODAY - Maria PuenteTV icon-turned-convicted sexual predator Bill Cosby, raging from his Pennsylvania prison cell, is attacking his trial judge – again – in his latest effort to get out on bail while his case is being appealed.
Martha Stewart Martha Stewart's tips on how to find hidden gems while travelingUSA TODAY You now eat like Martha Stewart, and decorate like Martha Stewart, why not travel like Martha Stewart? Buzz60's Maria Mercedes Galuppo has more.
Brooklyn Nets Nets' summer includes decision on Russell after playoff runUSA TODAY SportsNEW YORK (AP) — D'Angelo Russell was an All-Star and the Brooklyn Nets became a playoff team. Neither looked likely four months ago. So it was a surprisingly successful season, though there's plenty of
Marriott International Sheraton Grand Phoenix will be a 'jewel box' for revamped hotel chainUSA TODAY - Melissa YeagerWarmth. Comfort. Community. Those are some of the words that Marriott executives use to describe their vision for the revamped Sheraton brand once it emerges from renovations at hotels worldwide. And,
John Tortorella Tortorella drives Blue Jackets into showdown with BruinsUSA TODAY SportsCOLUMBUS, Ohio (AP) — John Tortorella was being battered on social media a month or so ago by doubters who thought his act had gotten stale in Columbus. The 60-year-old Tortorella, the argument went, having
Sports Former Texas tennis coach pleads guilty in court in college admissions scandalUSA TODAY - Joey GarrisonBOSTON – Michael Center, former men's tennis coach at the University of Texas, pleaded guilty to conspiracy charges in federal court Wednesday, becoming the third college coach to admit guilt in the nation's
The Big Bang Theory 'Big Bang Theory' finale: Stars pick their favorite guests, episodes and propsUSA TODAY - Bill KeveneyBURBANK, Calif. – Twelve years gets a child from first grade to high school graduation, and the cast of "The Big Bang Theory" is keenly aware of that parallel as TV's top comedy approaches its finish May
