17-year-old Tony Picard is definitely larger than life: at 6-feet-4-inches, and over 400 lbs., he's perhaps the perfect choice for a high school football running back, playing the position for the White Swan Cougars in Washington state.
The Russian aviation industry, with their already poor aviation record, suffered another blow when a Boeing 737 crashed during landing at the Kazan airport about 450 miles east of the capital.
The Leonid meteor shower once again brightened up the Earth's skies Saturday and Sunday nights, making this weekend spectacularly different from the usual fare.
Taylor Swift shocked fans and impressed watchers as she took the stage at this year's Victoria Secret Fashion Show on Wednesday (Nov. 13). However, it didn't seem like everybody enjoyed the show T. Swift has put up.
After being criticized for its initial donation of only $100,000 USD, China has increased its aid amount sent to the Philippines and survivors of Typhoon Haiyan.
One of the most anticipated items to hit stores this Black Friday 2013 is the Xbox One. With its looming release date this month and the annual Thanksgiving weekend sale in the horizon, many shoppers are hoping to bag a great deal for Xbox One.
McDonald's McRib sandwich makes its triumphant return during the winter season. This year, however, eaters may be a bit more hesitant to order the sandwich after a disturbing picture of the "ribs" surfaced online.
As usual, this year's Black Friday will take place the day after Thanksgiving on Nov. 29. Even though the shopping extravaganza is weeks away, deals on Apple's iPad are already some of the most popular.
In 2010, at SeaWorld in Orlando, Fla., tragic incidents occurred involving an adult male killer whale named Tilikum who killed an experienced marine mammal trainer, Dawn Brancheau, in addition to two other human deaths. As a result, the government banned trainers from entering into the water with the whales, and fined SeaWorld for violating workplace safety laws. On Tuesday, November 13, SeaWorld fought back against the government ruling.
Some privileged people from the press have already watched the film and have given their verdict. Notably, almost 99% of all these people have said that Catching Fire pummels the first one in every aspect.
Co-Founder of Lululemon athletica Chip Wilson has released an apology video after saying that women's bodies were to blame for the company's yoga pants defects.
Miley Cyrus does it again. The young star wowed the world as she put on two electrifying performances, grabbed a dancer's breast, accepted the award for Best Video and smoked a joint on stage - all in one night.
The MTV European Music Awards has just concluded but it wasn't without any surprises nor controversies. With a lineup that included Eminem, One Direction, Katy Perry and Miley Cyrus, you can be pretty sure the awards show was more than entertaining.
To celebrate the sacrifices and bravery of veterans and active duty military personnel, Veterans Day, to be held on November 11, honors those who have served at the Armed Forces. As a thank you, these heroes will enjoy numerous promos and freebies from various businesses and establishments.
A number of stores already offer big discounts and huge sales on a variety of items. Notably, a number of diners and restaurants also honor former U.S. armed forces by giving out free meals to vets on Monday.
Super Typhoon Haiyan, a typhoon considered to be the most powerful ever to hit land, swept across the central islands of Philippines with its winds close to 200 mph on late Friday, forcing hundreds of thousands of people to flee from their homes and killing four people so far.
Is it possible to enjoy the holidays without packing on the weight? Most people fear the year end festivities because at the end of it all, your pants always feel a bit tighter, which can be so frustrating.
