25 things we’ve learned about the moon since 1969
Stacker compiled a list of 25 things we’ve learned about the moon since 1969, using data from NASA, the Smithsonian, and other sources to salute…
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History of famous firsts in space
Think there aren’t many more space firsts beyond the first man on the moon? Stacker takes a look at 50 historic firsts in outer…
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10 iconic filming locations in Los Angeles
Giggster researched Los Angeles filming locations and highlighted 10 places across the city from famous films you can visit—complete with…
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10 iconic filming locations in New York City
Giggster researched New York City filming locations and highlighted 10 spots across the city from famous films—complete with addresses—that you…
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50 biggest retailers in America
Stacker compiled a list of the 50 biggest retailers in the country, using retail sales data from Kantar, provided by the National Retail…
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988: National Suicide Prevention Lifeline launches new 3-digit number
By Jacqueline Howard and Veronica Stracqualursi, CNN To reach the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline for mental health crises, it now takes only…
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LEADING OFF: All-Star Futures Game at Dodger Stadium
By The Associated Press All-Star Game festivities start in earnest with the Futures Game, where some of the best prospects in Major League Baseball…
Continue Reading Barcelona set to sign striker Lewandowski from Bayern Munich
By JOSEPH WILSON Associated Press BARCELONA, Spain (AP) — Barcelona is set to sign Poland striker Robert Lewandowski from Bayern Munich after the…
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A cat will be finally reunited with her family after spending 3 weeks lost in a Boston airport
By Zoe Sottile, CNN A pet cat who has spent a harrowing three weeks on the loose in Boston Logan International Airport was finally found and is set…
Continue Reading Hard-throwing Kumar Rocker ready for his second MLB draft
TROY, N.Y. (AP) — Former Vanderbilt star right-hander Kumar Rocker is ready for a second go-round in the MLB draft. A brief professional tune-up…
Continue Reading Yaz’s slam highlights 3-homer 9th as Giants stun Brewers 8-5
By MICHAEL WAGAMAN Associated Press SAN FRANCISCO (AP) — Mike Yastrzemski hit a game-ending grand slam off major league saves leader Josh Hader for…
Continue Reading Nick of time: Kenyan makes it to worlds, moves on in 100
By PAT GRAHAM AP Sports Writer EUGENE, Ore. (AP) — Kenyan sprinter Ferdinand Omanyala had his visa issues resolved and flew to the world…
Continue Reading Darvish fans 9 in 7 innings, Padres top Diamondbacks 5-3
By RICHARD J. MARCUS Associated Press SAN DIEGO (AP) — A fired-up Yu Darvish struck out nine in seven innings and the scuffling San Diego Padres…
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US Navy challenges Chinese claims in South China Sea for second time in a week
By Brad Lendon, CNN A US Navy warship on Saturday challenged Chinese claims to disputed islands in the South China Sea, the US 7th Fleet said in a…
Continue Reading More than 500 couples got mock-married at Lincoln Center’s ‘Celebrate Love’ event
By Zoe Sottile, CNN The more, the merrier for the 500 couples who got symbolically married at Lincoln Center last weekend. After more than two years…
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Cities where houses sell fastest near El Paso
Stacker compiled a list of the cities in the El Paso metro area where houses are selling the…
Continue Reading Kershaw takes perfect game into 8th, Dodgers rout Angels 9-1
By GREG BEACHAM AP Sports Writer ANAHEIM, Calif. (AP) — Clayton Kershaw took a perfect game through the seventh and finished with eight scoreless…
Continue Reading Peru coach Ricardo Gareca does not have contract renewed
LIMA, Peru (AP) — Peru’s soccer body says it has not extended its contract with national team coach Ricardo Gareca. The Peruvian soccer…
Continue Reading 2 suspects arrested following a string of robberies, mostly at 7-Elevens, in the Los Angeles-area
By Taylor Romine and Josh Campbell, CNN Two people were arrested Friday in connection with a string of robberies that left two people dead and three…
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Sri Lanka begins choosing leader to replace ex-president
By KRISHAN FRANCIS and BHARATHA MALLAWARACHI Associated Press COLOMBO, Sri Lanka (AP) — Sri Lankan lawmakers met Saturday to begin choosing a new…
Continue Reading Cards reliever, rookie manager get heated on mound in win
By STEVE OVERBEY Associated Press ST. LOUIS (AP) — Cardinals reliever Genesis Cabrera slammed the ball to the ground in frustration when he was…
Continue Reading Dodgers’ Kershaw loses perfect game in 8th inning vs Angels
By GREG BEACHAM AP Sports Writer ANAHEIM, Calif. (AP) — Clayton Kershaw pitched seven perfect innings for the Los Angeles Dodgers before Luis…
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Uvalde video shows raw feelings toward journalists linger
By DAVID BAUDER AP Media Writer NEW YORK (AP) — Two news outlets’ decision to release an excruciating 77-minute video this week showing police…
Continue Reading Rockies rout Pirates 13-2, extend win streak to 4 games
By JACK MAGRUDER Associated Press DENVER (AP) — Brendan Rodgers homered and drove in four runs, C.J. Cron hit his 21st home run and German Marquez…
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Biden tries to ease worries over US commitment to the Middle East in meetings with key leaders
By Kate Sullivan, CNN President Joe Biden on Saturday attempted to reassert US leadership in the Middle East as he met with key leaders in the…
Continue Reading Mexico detains drug lord wanted by US as 14 killed in Black Hawk helicopter crash
By Tara Subramaniam, Karol Suarez and Rey Rodriguez, CNN A notorious drug lord on the FBI’s 10 most wanted list was detained on Friday in an…
Continue Reading White Sox get HRs from Anderson, Engel in 6-2 win over Twins
By DAVE CAMPBELL AP Sports Writer MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — The Chicago White Sox powered past the first-place Minnesota Twins 6-2 for their fourth…
Continue Reading TSR’s Pruett, Hagan fastest at NHRA Mile-High Nationals
MORRISON, Colo. (AP) — Tony Stewart Racing teammates Leah Pruett and Matt Hagan topped the opening day of qualifying Friday in the NHRA Mile-High…
Continue Reading 12 Ks for Ray, slam for JRod and 12 Ws in row for Mariners
By STEPHEN HAWKINS AP Baseball Writer ARLINGTON, Texas (AP) — Reigning AL Cy Young Award winner Robbie Ray doesn’t recall being part of a run…
Continue Reading 12 Ks for Ray, slam for JRod and 12 Ws in row for Mariners
By STEPHEN HAWKINS AP Baseball Writer ARLINGTON, Texas (AP) — Reigning AL Cy Young Award winner Robbie Ray doesn’t recall being part of a run…
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