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Mayor Bill de Blasio Will Not Attend New Year's Eve NYC Ball Drop; Why Is The New Mayor Breaking a Tradition?

For the first time in a decade, New York's mayor will not be present in the city's biggest event. The New Year's Eve party will be missing our new Mayor Bill de Blasio tonight due to a double booking. The Mayor-elect will actually be busy being sworned into office at a private ceremony at 12:01 a.m. at his Brooklyn home.

Neighbor of Ariel Castro Gets 445 Year Sentence for Two Murders, Repeated Rape of His Daughters

A convicted sex offender who lived on the same street as the notorious rapist and kidnapper Ariel Castro pleaded guilty on Monday to the murder of two women and to raping his sister-in-law and three daughters.

Beyonce Song News and Update: Apologizes over "XO" NASA Challenger Audio

Music diva Beyonce has been labeled as "insensitive" after listeners started to notice what a six second audio clip on the song "XO" from Beyonce's hit surprise album, was really from. The clip is the terrifying announcement of a NASA astronaut who launched the Challenger, the rocket ship that exploded 73 seconds after lift off in 1986.

Times Square New Year's Eve Countdown to be Led by Sonia Sotomayor

It has been a rewarding year for US Supreme Court Justice Sonia Sotomayor, that's why it's fitting that the Bronx native will bid farewell to 2013 and ring in 2014 by leading the 60-second countdown at the New Year's Eve gala in Times Square.

China Smoking Ban: Politicians Banned from Lighting Up in Public

Smokers worldwide are feeling the squeeze. Smokers worldwide are feeling the squeeze. Smoking in public places in the U. K. and USA received a lot of attention in the early-to-mid 2000s and led to widespread bans that continue to be upheld this day.

Annual Gallup Poll Shows Obama is Most Admired Man, Clinton Most Admired Woman Worldwide

Gallup polls Americans each year to measure public admiration of noteworthy individuals worldwide. This year President Barack Obama took first place in the men’s category, while former first lady and Secretary of State Hillary Clinton came in at the top spot for females, both of them winning by landslides.

CNN Poll: Only 17% of Americans Support War in Afghanistan, 'Most Unpopular War in U.S. History'

A new poll from CNN and ORC International shows that support for the war in Afghanistan continues to dwindle and according to the numbers this war is “arguably” the most unpopular war in United States history, even more so than Vietnam.

'Good Morning America' Host Robin Roberts Comes Out; Announces She is Gay, Has Long-Time Girlfriend

“Good Morning America” co-host Robin Roberts has officially come out as a homosexual, her first acknowledgement of her sexual orientation, through a recent post on Facebook.

CNN Poll: Most Americans Say U.S. Economy in 'Overwhelmingly' Bad Shape; Pessimistic About Economic Future

CNN and ORC International released a poll on Friday that looks at the American economy by the numbers in relation to the conflicting perspective that most Americans have on the current economy.

Duck Dynasty News: Alabama to Pass Law in Support of Phil Robertson, Petition to Reinstate Phil Surpasses 250K Signature Goal

Next month the Alabama state legislature will convene to deal with top issues facing the state including school budgets, state government and…Duck Dynasty?

CNN Poll: Most Americans Agree Current 'Do-Nothing' Congress is 'Worst Congress Ever'

According to a poll released on Thursday by CNN and ORC International, the majority of Americans agree that the current Congress is a “do-nothing” Congress and is the worst Congress seen in their lifetimes.

CNN Poll: Clinton Ties Christie for 2016 Presidential Race, Holds Strong Lead Over Other Republican Rivals

According to a CNN/ORC International poll released on Thursday that was purported as a possible preview of the 2016 presidential election, former first lady Hillary Clinton would come in tied neck-and-neck with New Jersey Governor Chris Christie if the vote was counted today.

Suspect in LAX Shooting Spree Paul Ciancia Pleads Not Guilty to Charges of Murder, Terrorism

The accused gunman who allegedly opened fire at Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) last month, killing a TSA (Transportation Security Administration) officer and wounding three others was arraigned in a California court on Thursday.

Top 10 Political Mistakes of 2013: Obamacare, Rob Ford, and Anthony Weiner's Mayoral Run Among Highlights

Give that man some water Give that man some water Marco Rubio was a serious 2016 GOP Presidential candidate until 'watergate' happened. The Florida Senator's response to President Barack Obama's State of the Union Address was supposed to be a hallmark moment in the senator's rising career.

California Wildfires 2013 - Maps, Updates: Final Tally Shows 38 Structures Destroyed In Big Sur Fire; Cause of Fire Still Under Official Investigation As Evacuees Return Home

One week after the Pfeiffer wildfire sparked near Los Padres National Forest in the Big Sur region of central California, all of the evacuated residents have been allowed to return to their homes and mandatory evacuation orders have been lifted.

Christmas 2013: Google, NORAD Let Kids ‘Track’ Santa, But Why Just Sit There And Watch When You Can Get A Personal Phone Call From Mr. Claus Himself?

The wires are buzzing with hundreds of news stories about government and Google-sponsored ultra-high-tech Santa Claus-tracking technology so that your kids can keep an eye on the jolly old guy as he goes about his travels.But what child would rather monitor a computer screen remotely than actually hear Santa calling and speaking to them one-on-one in a real-live telephone conversation? Bonus: the Claus calls even remind your children to be good or risk ending up on the naughty list – a lifesaver for some of you frustrated parents out there who have had it up to here with the frantic holiday antics!

Christmas 2013: USDA Issues Official Permit To Clear Santa's Reindeer For Entry Into United States Territory

The Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS), a branch of the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA( has issued an official permit to a Mr. S. Claus of the North Pole, allowing Santa's reindeer special access for entry into United States territory on their annual Christmas run.

Marriage Equality in Utah: Judge Strikes Down State's Gay Marriage Ban

A federal judge in Utah has struck down the state's constitutional ban against same-sex marriage. Utah is, for now, the 18th state to allow such marriages. The state plans to appeal the ruling.

President Barack Obama Commutes Sentences of Several Non-Violent Drug Offenders

President Obama pardoned or commuted the sentences of several non-violent drug offenders on Thursday, highlighting the consequences of the US war on drugs.

USA Winter Olympics Team, Sports, News, Live TV Streaming 2014: US Delegate Brian Boitano Comes Out; Watch Qualifying Events Online For Free

Several key qualifying events are ongoing this weekend to determine the last spots on the US Olympic team. Meanwhile, the political side of the Olympics is generating as much interest as the sports. US delegate Brian Boitano's announcement that he is gay makes waves in light of Russia's harsh anti-homosexual laws.
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