Good Day Sunshine: 1968 Beatles ‘Life’ Magazine Finally Returned To Library
A spokesman for Ohio’s Cuyahoga County Public Library said there are no hard feelings about the extreme delay and the return sets a good example. “We just want our stuff back,” Robert Rua said.
Democrats Planning Another Public Rebuke Of Rep. Ilhan Omar
Senior Democratic lawmakers are again criticizing the freshman Minnesota Democrat for rhetoric that plays on anti-Semitic tropes. This time, the congresswoman is refusing to apologize.
Canada Set To Go Ahead With Arms Deal, Saudi Arabia Says
A senior Saudi official told journalists Monday he believes that Canada will honor its $13-billion agreement, contrary to the Canadian prime minister’s comments in December.
A Large Study Provides More Evidence That MMR Vaccines Don’t Cause Autism
A study of more than 600,000 Danish children finds no evidence of any link between autism and the vaccine that protects against mumps, measles and rubella.
Disability Rights Group Sues San Diego Over Scooters On Sidewalks
A lawsuit claims that San Diego has failed to keep rental scooters off the sidewalks, and that makes sidewalks unusable for people with disabilities.
Woman’s Family Said She Was Stabbed By A Panhandler. Now They’re Charged With Murder
City officials said the woman’s husband and his daughter took advantage of Baltimore citizens’ fear of violence to cover up their crime.
Is Your Child An Orchid Or A Dandelion? Unlocking The Science Of Sensitive Kids
Some kids seem resilient from the start — readily able, like dandelions, to cope with stress and adversity. But pediatrician Thomas Boyce says biologically reactive kids need more support to thrive.
Opinion: Haiti’s Troubles Must Not Be Forgotten
Haitians are angry about rising costs, austerity measures and corruption. Haiti’s democracy needs improvement, argue researchers Athena Kolbe and Robert Muggah.
Remembering Luke Perry, Who Made An Unreal Fantasy Boyfriend Real Enough
Luke Perry, who played Dylan McKay on Beverly Hills, 90210 for most of the series’ 10 seasons, died Monday at 52. His iconic high-school rebel never went out of style.
In ‘Absolute Miracle,’ Girls Found Safe After 2 Days In California Woods
The sisters, ages 5 and 8, chose to stay put and drink water from leaves, officials said. Their disappearance in a rugged region launched a 250-person-strong search operation.
New Election Date Set In North Carolina’s 9th District Following Fraud Investigation
A new primary in the district is set for May. Republican Mark Harris, who held a narrow lead in the unofficial vote tally, won’t run again. An operative his campaign hired has been indicted.
Despite His Own Blackface Scandal, Virginia AG Says Governor Has Lost Public Trust
In an interview with WAMU, Attorney General Mark Herring says Gov. Northam’s “different and contradictory” account of wearing blackface “led to an erosion of public trust.”
Luke Perry Dies; Former ‘90210’ Actor Was 52
While Luke Perry was best-known for playing a teenager, he was in his early 20s when he joined the cast of Beverly Hills 90210.
Supreme Court Denies Religious Building Preservation Funds Case
The court let stand a New Jersey ruling not allowing government money for the restoration or preservation of religious buildings, like synagogues, temples, churches and mosques.
China Says Detained Canadian Michael Kovrig Was Spying Illegally
Chinese officials accuse Kovrig, a former Canadian diplomat, of “stealing and spying on sensitive Chinese information and intelligence.”
Slow Down: Volvo Will Limit Its Cars’ Top Speeds To 112 MPH
The carmaker says the change is meant to send “a strong signal about the dangers of speeding” and that the company is also working on new ways to address distracted and intoxicated driving.
The Unintended Benefits Of Vaccines
For decades, scientists have observed an extraordinarily positive side effect among children who received the measles vaccine. Researchers are now finding that other vaccines confer added protections.
Filipino Authorities Find More Than 1,500 Smuggled Turtles And Tortoises
Some of the animals were wrapped in duct tape, some were mixed into luggage items such as clothing, shoes and cookies. A passenger coming from Hong Kong left the animals at the airport.
House Judiciary Launches Probe Of Allegations Of Obstruction By President Trump
House Judiciary Committee Chairman Jerry Nadler, D-N.Y., says his panel is investigating allegations of obstruction of justice, corruption and abuse of power by the president and other officials.
U.S. Closes Jerusalem Consulate That Gave Palestinians A Link To Washington
Rather than using two separate diplomatic missions to deal with Israelis and Palestinians, the U.S. will now have one. The U.S. diplomatic presence in Jerusalem dates to 1844.
Keith Flint, Vocalist Of The Prodigy, Dies At 49
The singer, who originally joined the group as a dancer, was perhaps best known for the volatile energy he brought to The Prodigy’s music videos and live performances.
40 Years After The Vietnam War, Some Refugees Face Deportation Under Trump
The Trump administration is trying to convince Vietnam to repatriate some 7,000 Vietnamese immigrants with criminal convictions who have been in the United States for more than 30 years.
Huawei Exec Sues Canada, Argues December Arrest Violated Constitution
Chief Financial Officer Meng Wanzhou was detained by the Canadian government in December at the request of the U.S., which alleged the Chinese telecom giant had violated its sanctions on Iran.
FDA Tightening Regulatory Requirements For Some Medical Devices
High-profile failures of implantable medical devices — such as certain hip joints and pelvic mesh — have prompted the Food and Drug Administration to revise its assessment process.
Former Colorado Gov. John Hickenlooper Joins The 2020 Democratic Presidential Fray
The 67-year-old former geologist, beer brewer and mayor of Denver points to accomplishments such as Medicaid expansion and increased spending on infrastructure and public education.
Guaidó Returns To Venezuela, Risking Arrest
The opposition leader says he’ll return to Venezuela to rally supporters and continue his push for the ouster of President Nicolás Maduro. His return to the country could spark a showdown with Maduro.
For Mardi Gras, A Parade Celebrates Mexican Immigrants In New Orleans
New Orleans krewes stage parades through the city in the weeks leading up to Mardi Gras. This year, a krewe formed by Mexican immigrants, Krewe de Mayahuel, showcased Mexican history and art.
Most Democratic 2020 Hopefuls Not Ready To Bust The Filibuster To Push Party Agenda
Getting rid of the legislative filibuster — the rule requiring at least 60 votes to advance a bill — is what many activists say is key to passing a progressive agenda. But not all Democrats agree.
Social Media May Sway Kids To Eat More Cookies — And More Calories
It’s well known that junk food ads on TV can strongly influence what kids want to eat. A study finds social media influencers can have the same effect on kids, but not when it comes to healthy foods.
More Than 20 Killed After A Series Of Deadly Tornadoes Hits Alabama
Lee County, Ala., was hit the hardest, where at least 23 people were killed and several injured after at least two tornadoes reportedly ripped through the state, officials say.
Thousands Protest Against Algerian President’s Bid For Fifth Term
Abdelaziz Bouteflika has been in power since 1999 and has changed the constitution in order to stay in office multiple terms.
In New Orleans, The Fight Over Blackface Renews Scrutiny Of A Mardi Gras Tradition
Every year, African-American members of the Zulu Social Aid and Pleasure Club paint their faces black for the city’s Mardi Gras celebrations. Now, they’re facing calls to end the practice.
Rand Paul Says He’ll Vote Against Trump’s Border Emergency, Likely Forcing A Veto
Normally a close ally of President Trump, Paul becomes the fourth Republican who plans to vote with Democrats in opposition to the President’s declaration of a national emergency.
Space Station Celebrates ‘A New Era’ In Exploration With Arrival Of SpaceX Capsule
Astronauts in the station opened Crew Dragon’s hatch and entered the spacecraft on Sunday, in a significant moment for both Elon Musk’s company and the future of commercial space exploration.
When It Comes To Race, Eating Disorders Don’t Discriminate
People with eating disorders are too often portrayed as white, skinny young women. One group is trying to spread the word that eating disorders affect people of every race, gender and body size.