Tensions are flaring once more in the South China Sea. Here's why it matters for the world
Maritime disputes across the vast South China Sea have ratcheted up in recent years as an increasingly assertive China militarizes disputed islands and confronts its regional rivals over their competing claims in the strategically important and resource-rich waterway.
2023-09-29 14:24
Exclusive: Philippine defense secretary vows to stand up to 'bully' China
China is behaving like a schoolyard bully toward smaller countries, the Philippines defense secretary told CNN Friday during an exclusive interview in which he said his nation had to stand up to Beijing's territorial expansion in the South China Sea.
2023-09-29 14:20
Trade between Russia and China is booming so much that shipping containers are 'piling up'
Shipping containers from China are "piling up" in Russia amid a surge of Chinese goods flowing into the country as trade soars, a new analysis has found.
2023-09-29 13:50
US appeals court revives Mississippi law barring convicts from voting
By Brendan Pierson A federal appeals court on Thursday agreed to reconsider a ruling by three of its
2023-09-29 06:20
Le Creuset Is Having a Huge Fall Sale—and It’s Your Chance to Save Big on Casserole Dishes and More
During Le Creuset’s Fall Bake Sale, you can get top-rated cocottes, casserole dishes, and more for up to 30 percent off.
2023-09-29 04:46
Got to have it: The dangers of social media impulse buying
By Chris Taylor NEW YORK If you really want to get Monica Dwyer’s attention, just show her a
2023-09-28 18:15
The Mississippi River is starving for rain. Its prospects are grim
Water levels on the Mississippi River are nearing historic lows for the second consecutive year, triggering a drinking water emergency in Louisiana as ocean water flows upstream, unimpeded by the river's uncharacteristically weak flow. With no substantial rain in the immediate forecast, levels are expected to drop to even more dire levels in the coming weeks.
2023-09-28 16:58
Love Candles? You Can Get Select Scents From Yankee Candle on Sale for Half Off
Love Yankee Candle? Thanks to this early October Prime Day deal, you can get select large jar candles for half off.
2023-09-28 06:50
12 Killer Gifts for Fans of ‘Halloween,’ ‘Friday the 13th,’ and Other Classic Slasher Movies
These horror gifts are perfect for fans of '70s and '80s slashers like 'Halloween,' 'Friday the 13th,' and other gory flicks.
2023-09-28 02:57
DNA testing leads to exoneration of California man imprisoned nearly 3 decades on kidnapping and sexual assault convictions
After a California man spent nearly three decades in prison for kidnapping, sexual assault and robbery convictions, new DNA testing has revealed he was innocent of those crimes, a prosecutor announced.
2023-09-27 14:48
Trump can get away with skipping a debate but can't evade legal consequences
Donald Trump will skip another Republican presidential debate on Wednesday night because no one will punish him for not being there.
2023-09-27 12:16
When will saltwater arrive in New Orleans? Here's what to know
As drought tightens its grip in the Central US and water levels on the Mississippi River plummet to near-record lows, a surge of saltwater from the Gulf of Mexico is pushing upstream, polluting drinking water for thousands of residents south of New Orleans.
2023-09-27 05:52