Condoleeza Rice Warns President Obama to Avoid Executive Action On Immigration

Former Secretary of State Condoleezza Rice warned President Barack Obama to stir away from executive action on the immigration issue. Such unilateral action would not be in concert with the U.S. political system, she said.

Navy SEAL Who Wrote Book About Killing Osama Bin Laden Blames His Lawyer for Not Getting Pentagon Approval

A Navy SEAL who helped kill Osama bin Laden and wrote a book about the raid on the terror leader has handed over more than $4.5 million to the government. The payment is part of a negotiated settlement Matt Bissonnette reached with investigators who accuse him of failing to get the required Pentagon approval before publishing potentially sensitive material.

'The Sims 4' Cheats: Make Your Kids Study, Become a Social Butterfly and Get Pregnant With These Codes

"The Sims," EA Maxis' life-simulation video games, has been so popular that it's already in its fourth installment. One thing that hasn't changed from "The Sims" to "The Sims 4" is that players cut corners, just as people do in real life. And just as in real life, cheating comes with certain risks.

Court Strikes Down Kansas Gay Marriage Ban

Kansas is likely to become the 33rd state in the nation to allow same-sex couples to marry after a federal judge struck down its gay-marriage ban, the Kansas City Star reported. U.S. District Judge Daniel D. Crabtree said his ruling reflects an appeals court opinion that held such bans to be unconstitutional.

Despite Midterm Defeat, Obama Hints at Executive Action on Immigration Reform Before End of 2014

President Barack Obama faced the Washington press corps Wednesday afternoon, a day after the Democrats' landslide defeat in the midterm elections, but while admitting Republicans had a big night Tuesday, he also stated that he would be exploring his options in passing immigration reform before the end of 2014.

Putin Tops Obama as Forbes' 'Most Powerful' Person

The leader of Russia once again beat his American counterpart to be crowned Forbes' "most powerful" person. Vladimir Putin, who first ranked first on the magazine's list last year, preserved his spot as "Russia annexed Crimea, stoked a conflict in Ukraine and clinched a multi-billion-dollar gas pipeline deal with China."

Activision Confirms 'Destiny' Sequel

Activision Publishing is working on the next installment in its "Destiny" game series.

Display Your Passion for Your Favorite Sports Teams With These iPhone 6 and 6 Plus Cases

If your hometown teams means everything to you, but a Redskins bumper sticker or Babe Ruth bobble head doesn't quite do it, don't despair. There are plenty of ways to show your passion with every call you make and text you write. The variety available for iPhone 6 sports franchise cases is as deep as the New York Yankees' budget.

Emojis to Get Diverse: App Will Offer New Skin Tone Shades Based on 'Recognized Standard for Dermatology'

The tiny smileys and picture icons used in text messages and other applications are about to get more diverse --literally.

Microsoft Ends Retail Sales of Windows 7 and 8

Microsoft has ended retail sales for its Windows 7 and 8 operating systems. Until the mid-2015 release of the new Windows 10, customers can now only purchase Windows 8.1; Windows 7 Professional, meanwhile, remains available through downgrade rights.

Android 5.0 Lollipop Release Date for Samsung Galaxy S5 Users 'All But Confirmed'

Samsung aficionados are abuzz with an expected upgrade of their Galaxy S5 phones to the 5.0 version of Android's latest operating system, dubbed "Lollipop." The release is "all but confirmed."

Weight Loss Surgery Helps Prevent Type 2 Diabetes, Study Shows

Weight-loss surgery can be a highly effective step not just to treat, but also to prevent type 2 diabetes, a new study shows. A British research found that "even after accounting for other factors that influence diabetes," the procedure reduced obese individuals' risk of developing the ailment by 80 percent.

French Village Bans Clown Costumes After Attacks by 'Evil' Jesters

Villagers dressing up as clowns will run afoul of the law in southern France lest the change their costumes. The municipality of Vendargues in the country's Languedoc-Roussillon region has banned the jesters after "evil clowns" terrorized citizens" in several incidents - and across the "grande nation" - in recent weeks.

Two Human Skulls Discovered at Connecticut Transfer Station

Officials at a Stamford, Connecticut, transfer station made a macabre discovery Thursday - the day before Halloween - when they found two human skulls in a pile of recyclables brought from Fairfield. The site also revealed a human jaw bone.

Daylight Saving Time 2014: Safety of Fall Time Change Debated While Others Suggest DST Forever

"Spring Forward, Fall Back." You can put the old mnemonic device to use once again on Nov. 2, when daylight saving time ends in the United States.

Justice Department Investigating Former Navy SEAL Who Wrote a Book About the Operation That Killed Osama Bin Laden

The U.S. Department of Justice is investigating a former Navy SEAL who helped kill Osama bin Laden and later wrote a book about the operation. Matt Bissonnette, who penned "No Easy Day" under the pseudonym Mark Owen, may have revealed classified material, federal officials say.

Starbucks to Offer Coffee Delivery, Pre-Order and Pre-Payment With New Mobile App Starting in Portland

If the java from your home or office coffee maker doesn't do it for you, Starbucks can soon solve your conundrum. The coffee house chain will begin delivering beverages and food items in select markets next year.

These Luxurious iPhone Cases Will Make Your Smartphone Stand Out But Come at a High Price

Owning an iPhone may have made you feel special in 2007, but let's face it: those days are over.

Man Accused of Killing a Pennsylvania State Trooper Caught After 48 Day Manhunt: Suspect Owned Gun, US Army Manual on Sniping

The man accused of shooting and killing Pennsylvania state Trooper Byron Dickson was due in court on Friday, a day after the end of a seven-week manhunt for the fugitive, USA Today reported. Eric Frein, whom the newspaper described as a "self-trained survivalist," was apprehended by U.S. Marshals on Thursday evening.

Tropical Depression toTurn Into Storm 'Vance,' Possible Hurricane

A tropical depression dubbed "Twenty-One-E" continues to build up in the eastern Pacific and may pose a threat to the Mexican coastline.

Protesters Storm Parliament Building in Burkina Faso

Thousands of protesters on Thursday stormed Burkina Faso's parliament building and clashed with security forces outside the presidential palace in Ouagadougou. The crowd is demanding the ouster of President Blaise Compaoré, who has ruled the west African nation for the past 27 years.

Barack Obama, John Kerry Praise Longtime Boston Mayor Tom Menino Following His Death

Legendary former Boston Mayor Thomas Menino died Thursday.

Microsoft Surface Pro 3 Tablet Meant to Replace Your Laptop Receives Mixed Reviews

Combining your laptop and tablet into a single device is a feat Microsoft has been trying to accomplish through three generations of "laplets." The Surface Pro 3, the software giant's latest model, so far comes the closest to solving the conundrum, most experts agree.

Bodies Found in Matamoros, Mexico May Belong to Americans Gone Missing During Trip to See Their Father

Four bodies have been found in an area near Matamoros, Mexico where three Americans and one Mexican disappeared two weeks ago, The Associated Press reported.

Terminally Ill Cancer Patient Brittany Maynard Says She May Not Commit Suicide This Week in New Video [Watch]

The young, cancer-stricken woman who had planned to end her life Nov. 1 said in a video released Wednesday that "the right time" to take that step may not yet have come. Twenty-nine-year-old Brittany Maynard's fate and decision had attracted global attention and controversy.
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