• Accusing a pop superstar of sex trafficking: What R. Kelly case tells us about Sean 'Diddy' Combs

    Disgraced R&B singer R. Kelly was once worth hundreds of millions of dollars but is now serving what amounts to a life sentence in federal prison. After decades of sex abuse allegations and an acquittal on child pornography charges, a documentary series titled "Surviving R. Kelly" finally gave his accusers a voice and helped bring down the singer. Within six months of its airing, Kelly was facing federal prosecution in New York. He was convicted not only of sex trafficking but also of...

  • US: DOJ outlines reasoning for March AA, US Airways merger trial

    While American Airlines and US Airways are hoping for a sooner trial in the lawsuit filed against the companies by the US Department of Justice over their proposed merger, the DOJ has issued a memo outlining its reasoning for wanting to delay the case until March. In the release, the DOJ describes the merger as

  • SPONSORED POST: Tell Us How You Use Your Outdoor Space and We’ll Tell You How to Make It Better at IKEA

    Your outdoor space is really another room of your home — and just like the rooms inside your home, you’ll enjoy your patio or backyard most if it’s designed thoughtfully. That means taking a moment to think about your summertime personality. Pop quiz: What’s the one thing you’re most excited to do outside when the weather gets warm? READ MORE

  • TELL US: Have you ever offended a Dane?

    Denmark is known for its deeply ironic sense of humour, but is it possible to overstep the mark?

  • New US Home Construction Tumbles in March

    New home construction in the US slowed last month as residential starts decreased 14.7% to a 1.32 million annualized rate, the lowest since August. Building permits, which point to future construction, fell to a 1.46 million rate in March. Michael McKee reports on Bloomberg Television. (Source: Bloomberg)

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    10 pop culture moments that destigmatized weed

    Stacker takes a look at 10 pop culture moments that destigmatized weed, using a variety of sources such as IMDb, CannabisNow, KQED, and more.

  • LOVE 20 MARCH, calling for 20mph in BCP!

    We delivered our 20 hearts to BCP council today to call for an all at once rollout of a 20-mph speed limit. We’re in an environmental emergency and 20mph can be rolled out instantly and affordably to make it safe for people to walk and cycle. Where people live, work and play, 20 is plenty! […]

  • What bank earnings can tell us about the economy

    Over the next week, six major banks will be reporting their earnings. Higher interest rates could affect both sides of their balance sheets.

  • TELL US: What's your best Swedish celebrity encounter?

    Tell us about a time you met a Swedish celebrity. Regardless of whether it's a great, bad, embarrassing, mundane, funny or incredibly random story, we'd love to hear it.

  • River City Rebels, 'Pop Culture Baby'

    (Screaming Cow Records, digital, vinyl) River City Rebels have dropped their first recording in a decade, Pop Culture Baby, a brisk yet powerful four-song EP that proves they've still got their fingers on the pulse of punk. Between their 1999 formation in White River Junction and their 2014 separation, River City Rebels released seven albums and numerous singles, making Vermont proud by becoming one of the state's most successful rock bands of the early 2000s. Since their heartbreaking...

  • The 20 best shows to watch On Demand this weekend -

    A rip-roaring rom-com, riots in the streets and a right royal drama there's so much to sink your teeth into this weekend. We've selected the 20 best show to watch On Demand right now.

  • Here's what people's housing situation tells us about how they will vote

    Fine Gael’s popularity lies with homeowners, while 50% of those in council rented accommodation back Sinn Féin.