Family ties are running deep between two high-profile celebrities. Singer-songwriter Ciara recently appeared on an episode of PBS’ “Finding Your Roots,” where she went to see who out in the world she might be related to. Well, she got one of the wildest shocks ever when she found out she …
Read More »Moldovan premier resigns after questions about authenticity of high school, university degrees
CHISINAU, Moldova – Moldova’s prime minister has resigned after questions arose about the authenticity of his high school and university degrees. Chiril Gaburuci, 38, announced his resignation Friday after he was questioned late Thursday by prosecutors about his studies. “I regret that questions about my studies have become an instrument …
Read More »South Korea says North Korean soldier defected across DMZ
South Korean officials said Monday that a North Korean soldier defected by crossing the heavily fortified border between the two countries. An official from South Korea’s Ministry of National Defense told the Yonhap News Agency on condition of anonymity that the soldier crossed the border near the town of Hwacheon …
Read More »Yemeni military officials: Pro-government troop reinforcements head to key rebel-held base
SANAA, Yemen – Yemeni military officials say hundreds of troops and dozens of tanks and armored personnel carriers are pushing north toward the al-Anad military base in Yemen, as Saudi-led coalition airstrikes clear the path for their advance. The officials said allied fighters have gained control of the western gate …
Read More »Maryland on Louisville's home court for Final Four berth pitting coach and former assistant
LOUISVILLE, Ky. – Coach Brenda Frese knows exactly how to handle playing Louisville on the Cardinals’ home floor with a trip to the Final Four on the line. Look at the Cardinals’ red and pretend it’s all for Maryland. Frese said Monday she’s going to visualize the sea of red …
Read More »NASCAR believes if tires are a problem at Texas it will be self-inflicted by race teams
FORT WORTH, Texas – NASCAR will not regulate tire pressures at Texas Motor Speedway, and if drivers have tire failures during Sunday’s race officials believe they won’t be able to blame Goodyear. [audio-clip] Hoping to give more control over setups and strategy to race teams, NASCAR is refusing to get …
Read More »WWE official Charles Robinson reveals bat bite caused hospital visit: 'Great way to start the morning'
Longtime WWE referee Charles Robinson revealed on social media on Wednesday morning he spent a few hours in the hospital after being bitten by a bat. Robinson posted a photo and video of himself sitting on a hospital bed and getting treated. CLICK HERE FOR MORE SPORTS COVERAGE ON FOXNEWS.COM …
Read More »US warship burns for 12 hours off Japan coast; 2 sailors suffer minor injuries
The USS New Orleans warship caught fire Wednesday off the coast of Okinawa, Japan, leaving two sailors with minor injuries, officials said. The fire aboard the San Antonio-class amphibious transport dock burned for about 12 hours in the water at White Beach Naval Facility in Okinawa before the blaze was …
Read More »American Simone Biles becomes most decorated gymnast of all time: 'It was emotional'
American gymnast Simone Biles continues to make history. Biles returned to the sport just under three months ago and continues to show she is one of the top gymnasts in the world. On Friday, she won the individual all-around title at the world championships for the sixth time. The victory …
Read More »Rio de Janeiro's Portuguese Consulate raided in corruption investigation
Brazilian federal police conducted searches at five locations, including the Portuguese Consulate in Rio de Janeiro, as part of a corruption investigation Tuesday. Portuguese public prosecutors and Portuguese security agents accompanied the Brazilian officers, according to a statement from the Federal Police force. Pictures shared by the agency’s press office …
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