Jeb Bush to 'Actively Explore' 2016 White House Bid

Former Florida Gov. Jeb Bush said Tuesday he will "actively explore" a run for the White House in 2016. The son of George H.W. Bush and brother of George W. Bush - the 41st and 43rd presidents of the United States, respectively - took to Facebook and Twitter to make the announcement.

US & Mexico Border News: Customs Officer Arrested After Allegedly Accepting Bribes From Cartels

A Customs and Border Protection officer was arrested last Friday after prosecutors accused him of taking bribes and allowing drug-hauling vehicles to cross a South Texas checkpoint into the United States.

Amazon Extends Cutoff for Free Christmas Delivery Shipping Following Walmart Announcement

Shoppers using Amazon to buy their Christmas presents will have until Dec. 19 to make their choices and still be guaranteed free shipping in time for the holiday, USA Today reported. The online retail giant extended its deadline, saying that items ordered before 11:59 p.m. ET that day will be delivered by Christmas Eve. Last year, the cutoff date was Dec. 17.

North Carolina Supreme Court Justices Rule That Evidence Is Still Usable if Police Officers Make 'Some Mistakes'

Evidence seized during a traffic stop can be used in court even if a police officer pulled the car over based on a misunderstanding of the law, the Supreme Court ruled Monday.

'The Sims 4' Cheats: Live Forever and In a Mansion for Free With These Codes

In "The Sims 4," the fourth installment of EA Maxis' popular life simulation, players learn, work and play as their Sims confront many of the challenges also found outside virtuality. And they, too, sometimes just need to catch a break.

Oil Prices Drop, Dragging Down US Stocks for DOW, But PetSmart Prevails

The cost of a barrel of oil dropped below $57 on Monday as U.S. stocks fell in a roller coaster trading day. OPEC, meanwhile, has no plans to revise production, the energy minister of the United Arab Emirates said.

At Least 4 Dead After Pennsylvania Man Murders Wife, Goes on Shooting Spree

Shootings in three communities outside Philadelphia have left at least four people dead. A law enforcement official with knowledge of the investigation said the incidents appeared to be related to a domestic dispute. Meanwhile, the death toll has been put at five.

'Grey's Anatomy' Season 11 Spoilers: ABC Show to Premiere Transgender Character Who 'Becomes Close' to Someone in the Hospital

"Grey's Anatomy" will not return until Jan. 29, and fans of ABC's medical drama are using the wait to speculate as to just what might happen during the rest of Season 11. This is especially true because Season 11, Episode 9 -- the last to air before the holiday hiatus -- was filled with cliffhangers.

No Link to Terrorism Found Following Alleged Ghent, Belgium Hostage Situtation

Police in western Belgium stormed an apartment on Monday after reports that gunmen had taken a hostage in the city of Ghent. No one was hurt in the operation, and three men have been arrested.

Lindsay Lohan Reportedly Over Los Angeles, Wants to Stay in London With 'Handsome Banker' Boyfriend

Lindsay Lohan reportedly has plans to make London her permanent home after finding peace and love in the British capital.

Kansas Gets a Tornado and Snow on the Same Day

Kansas and tornadoes go together like Glinda and the Munchkins, but the state's residents experienced a particularly odd weather phenomenon Sunday when they saw a twister and snow on the same day.

Gourmet Gift Baskets: Holiday Bundles From Dean & DeLuca, Others Offer Fruits, Italian Treats, Artisan Chocolate and More

Gourmet gift baskets are a hot item this holiday season, and they sure make a great gift. Who does not like to indulge on some delicious chocolates, cheeses or wines? That's especially true when given their price tags, the recipients might not typically pamper themselves with such items.

'The Sims 4' Cheats: Fix Your Money and Emotional Woes and More With These Codes

"The Sims 4," the fourth installment of EA Maxis' popular series, is considered a "life simulation" game for a reason: Just like in real life, players grow up, make friends, form families, work, play and build. And -- just like in real life -- they sometimes cut corners.

Kmart, Walmart and More Offering Discounts on Wii U Games as Super Smash Bros. Increases Nintendo Console's Sales

Celebrations are under way at Nintendo after the Japanese giant's Wii U logged a 90 percent uptick in year-on-year software sales. Aficionados, meanwhile, can benefit from some holiday deals.

Google in Russia: Company to Pull Engineering Operations From Country Amid Government Oversight Laws

Google is set to close its engineering in Russia amid new regulations that require data on local citizens to be kept on servers within the country. An anonymous source with knowledge of the development told the agency about the planned move, though it was not immediately clear whether the Internet search giant was reacting to the legislation.

Korean Air 'Nut Rage' Incident: Chairman's Daughter Resigns Amid Scandal

The daughter of Korean Air's chairman resigned from her remaining posts with the carrier Friday and apologized for what global media have dubbed her "nut rage" scandal. Cho Hyun-ah had a plane returned to the gate in New York on Dec. 5 after a flight attendant in first class offered her macadamia nuts in a bag, not on a plate.

Dozens Dead Ahead of Nigeria Elections After Bombings Reminiscent of Boko Haram

A twin bombing in a crowded market in the Nigerian city of Jos killed at least 31 people on Thursday.

Executive Action on Immigration Could Start as Early as February

Some immigrants covered under the executive action announced by President Obama on Nov. 20 may be able to apply for deportation relief and work permits as early as mid-February. Those eligible for the expanded DACA will be first up, according to U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services.

Viewers, PETA Disappointed in Discovery Channel's 'Eaten Alive' After Man Fails to Get Eaten by Anaconda [Video]

Discovery Channel's "Eaten Alive" was getting attacked from all sides Friday. Viewers of the special complained that conservationist Paul Rosolie did not follow through on his promise to get swallowed by a 20-foot anaconda in his crush-proof suit, while animal rights groups said the whole stunt was bad enough as it were.

Money & Finance News Online: Former Madoff Employee Sentenced for Role in Ponzi Scheme

A former employee of Bernard Madoff was sentenced to 10 years in prison for his role in the convicted con man's Ponzi scheme. U.S. District Judge Laura Taylor said also ordered the 67-year-old to forfeit $155 billion.

Despite Facebook Ban, Mark Zuckerberg Tries to Win Over China's Internet Regulator in Meeting

Even though his social network remains banned in China, Facebook founder Mark Zuckerberg met with the the Communist country's Internet regulator last week. Lu Wei, the minister of China's Cyberspace Administration, visited Facebook's offices during a recent trip to the United States.

White House News: Sam Kass, President Obama's Chef, to Leave White House

White House chef Sam Kass will stop cooking for the Obamas at the end of the year, Eater DC reported. He led the executive mansion's kitchen for six years and is poised to move to New York to live with his wife, MSNBC host Alex Wagner.

Former Apple Executive Paul Devine Gets 1 Year, $4.5M Fine for Selling Company's Secrets to Asian Suppliers

Three years after pleading guilty to selling confidential product information to suppliers, a former Apple executive was sentenced last week to a one-year prison term and a $4.5 million fine. Paul Devine, who was a supply manager at Apple from 2005 through 2010, had been accused of taking money for confidential information.

'Star Wars'-Themed Cases, Accessories for Apple iPhone 6, 6 Plus and Samsung Galaxy S5 Make Sure the Force Is With You

Whether you fly an X-wing or a Y-wing (by which I mean, talk on Apple's iPhone 6 or Samsung's Galaxy S5), there's something in store for just about every smartphone-weilding"Star Wars" fanatic out there.

BP Vice President Vows to 'Fight Fraud' as Supreme Court Rejects Claims of Exploitation in Payment for 2010 Gulf Incident

The Supreme Court will not review BP's claims that it was forced to pay hundreds of millions of dollars in unjustified claims after its 2010 oil spill in the Gulf of Mexico.
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