China pledges to cut 300,000 troops from its massive army
China’s leader announced the cuts at the start of a huge parade marking Japan’s WWII defeat.
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‘Relentless’ writer on bin Laden raid mistake, deadly ‘Xbox’
To find out how the difference between a chain-link fence and a stone wall nearly spelled disaster for the Americans carrying out the raid to kill Osama bin Laden, pick up “Relentless: The Secret History of Joint Special Operations Command.”
GOP reportedly seeks pledge to avert Trump third-party run
WASHINGTON (AP) — Seeking to avert a 2016 disaster, the Republican National Committee on Wednesday challenged every GOP presidential candidate to sign a pledge not to undertake a third-party bid under any circumstances.
Kentucky clerk unlikely star in fight against gay marriage
Fans of Kim Davis have rallied around the Kentucky clerk while foes have lined up in protest since she touted her religious beliefs in defiance of a court order to issue same-sex marriage licenses. From the overwhelmed florist in Morehead, Kentucky, delivering bouquets to her nearby office, to a fellow county clerk biking across the state to show solidarity, to a Republican presidential candidate calling hers a fight against tyranny,
Liberia declared Ebola-free for second time
By James Giahyue MONROVIA (Reuters) – Liberia was declared free of the Ebola virus for a second time on Thursday and entered a 90-day period of heightened surveillance aimed at preventing the disease from re-emerging, the World Health Organization (WHO) said. Liberia has been hardest hit with over 4,800 deaths, though it has also had the most success in bringing the outbreak under control. “WHO declares Liberia free of Ebola
'Mixed depression,' agitation may signal suicide risk
By Megan Brooks (Reuters Health) – Certain behavior patterns often precede suicide attempts by people with major depression, suggesting signs that doctors can and should watch out for, a large study suggests. The hallmarks of suicide risk may include risky behavior, agitated behavior, impulsivity and the presence of “depressive mixed states” that include both depression and mania symptoms, the investigators say. “The results of this study are important because they
The 5 Best Ways to Lose Belly Fat
By K. Aleisha Fetters for DETAILS.(photo: Getty Images)Repeat after me: “crunches do not burn belly fat.”And it’s not just crunches. Neither will planks, leg throws, nor the yoga boat pose.”These exercises can strengthen your abs muscles, but those muscles will still be hidden under a cover of chub,” says Chris Piegza, training manager at…
Plan targets health care bias against transgender people
WASHINGTON (AP) — The Obama administration says it wants to end discrimination against transgender people throughout the health care system.
There's A Silver Lining To The Rise In Bike Injuries
Bike riding can boost your energy levels, improve your health, and if you ride hard enough, could even help you live longer. That said, riding safely is key. Bike injuries increased 28 percent between 1998 and 2013, and bike-related hospital admissions increased 120 percent. Head injuries, torso injuries and biking injuries that occur…