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Nicholas Sparks Homophobia & Racism: 'Notebook' Author Accused of Bigotry

One of the most celebrated romantic fiction writers today and best-selling author of titles like "The Notebook," Nicolas Sparks is being accused of very damning behavior by a former employee.

Secret Service Agent Leaked Obama's Travel Plans in 2012: Report

The 2012 leak raised further questions about Secret Service Embarrassment for the Secret Service continues as former aides of Mitt Romney claims that a Secret Service agent in 2012 leaked President Barack Obama's travel plans.

GM Recall 2014: Half a Million Cars Affected in Latest General Motors Recall

Recent recall is the 71st this year for embattled American automaker General Motors Co. said Friday that it is recalling 524,384 vehicles around the world because of issues with latches and loose parts, another of many recalls by the company this year.

Mega Millions Numbers & Results October 3, 2014: Live Stream of Drawing Time; $120M Jackpot

If you're feeling lucky, then you may want to purchase a ticket for the Mega Millions lottery jackpot, which has risen to a whopping $120 million. The drawing will take place on Friday, Oct. 3, at 11 p.m. EST.

Can You Smell Death? Research Shows Loss of Smell Could Predict Life Expectancy

A new study reveals that a poor sense of smell could be a key indicator of one's life expectancy.

Police Arrest Teenagers Responsible for Killing 920 Chickens

The four teenagers were arrested by police more than a week after committing the crime thanks to tips provided by residents and the story spreading through social media.

Election 2014 Polls: Voters' Number One Concern Going Into Midterm Elections Surprises Pollsters

An AP-GfX poll asked voters as they head into the mid-term elections what was their main concern from a list to include terrorism, healthcare, social issues, immigration or the economy.

Underpaid and Underrepresented Homecare Workers Holding Their First Summit in St. Louis

Domestic workers and homecare workers -- vital for the well-being of children and adults -- are by the nature of their work isolated from other workers which petitioning for grievances and seeking readdress difficult. A first of its kind summit for homecare workers will be held in St. Louis giving attendees tips on organizing.

White House Flaunts 'Fact Sheet' on Obama Administration's Accomplishments for the Latino Community: From Immigration, Health Care and Economics

President Barack Obama has had a turbulent few months with the Latino community due to inaction from Congress on immigration reform and his executive action delay. Despite the setbacks in Washington, D.C., the White House wants to remind the Latino community of the Obama administration’s accomplishments.

EU Commission Clears Facebook's $19 Billion Bid For WhatsApp

European Union antitrust regulators approved on Friday a $19 billion offer by Facebook, the world's most popular social network, for mobile messaging startup WhatsApp.

Facebook Plans Stricter Scrutiny For Accessing User Data

Facebook Inc plans a stricter review of requests to access information on its 1.32 billion active users after a psychological experiment on unwitting users in 2012 created a furor on social media.

As Midterms Loom, Obama Shifts Spotlight to Economy

President Barack Obama tried on Thursday to turn the spotlight on the economy, the issue U.S. voters care about most ahead of November midterm elections, making the case that his policies have steered the country away from the brink of collapse and laid a foundation for growth.

Scientists Check The Engine of Cheetahs, Animal World's 'Ferrari'

Cheetahs can aptly be called the race cars of the animal kingdom: sleek, graceful and supremely speedy.

Civil Rights Charges Unlikely For George Zimmerman: Washington Post

The U.S. Justice Department on Thursday declined to comment directly on a Washington Post report that officials are unlikely to bring civil rights charges against George Zimmerman, who was acquitted after the 2012 shooting death of an unarmed black teenager in Florida.

More Than 800 Flights Canceled in Chicago Due to Weather, Fire Issues

Incoming stormy weather and operational problems caused by a fire last week at aChicago-area air traffic control facility forced the cancellation of more than 800 flights on Thursday at Chicagoairports.

Pimco CEO Says ‘Our DNA is Fundamentally Unchanged’ After Gross

Pimco CEO Doug Hodge played defense on Thursday, reiterating that Bill Gross's departure has not affected the way the U.S. bond giant functions.

JPMorgan Hack Exposed Data of 83 Million, Among Biggest Breaches in History

Names, addresses, phone numbers and email addresses of the holders of some 83 million households and small business accounts were exposed when computer systems at JPMorgan Chase & Co were recently compromised by hackers, making it one of the biggest data breaches in history.

RadioShack Reaches Refinancing Deal With Standard General: Bloomberg

Cash-strapped electronics retailer RadioShack Corp has reached an agreement with a consortium led by its largest shareholder Standard General LP to refinance about $590 million of loans to re-stock ahead of the holiday season, Bloomberg reported, citing a person familiar with the matter.

Exclusive: Goldman Considering Setting up New Infrastructure Fund

Goldman Sachs Group Inc is considering raising a new infrastructure fund, according to three people familiar with the matter, even as U.S. regulations threaten to reduce its profits from such endeavors.

Minimum Wage Increase New York 2014: Women Leaders Call on NY State to Raise Pay

As New York City Mayor Bill de Blasio was raising the minimum wage for workers at city-subsidized projects, women leaders rallied on Long Island on Tuesday to call for lawmakers to increase the state's minimum wage.
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