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The universe is expanding faster than we thought, Hubble data suggests Recent Hubble Space Telescope findings suggest that the universe is expanding much faster than expected — and astronomers say the rules of physics may need to be rewritten in order to understand why. via FOX NEWS http://ift.tt/2oupR6q

Could methane on Saturn's moon Enceladus be a sign of life? Some hardy Earth microbes could likely survive in the Saturn moon Enceladus' buried ocean, gobbling up hydrogen produced by interactions between seawater and rock, a new study suggests. via FOX NEWS http://ift.tt/2GO2yej

Buyer pulls out of home sale after discovering its porn past This home’s seen its fair share of happy endings — but not for the person who was about to buy it. via FOX NEWS http://ift.tt/2CNLGSA

Jared Kushner loses access to top-level security briefings    BBC News Reports: Kushner Security Clearance Downgraded Following White House Scandal    NPR Jared Kushner, President Trump's son-in-law, has security clearance downgraded    USA TODAY Kushner loses access to top-secret intelligence    Politico Kelly says the White House will 'do better' on security clearances. That's not enough.    Washington Post Full coverage from More Top Stories - Google News http://ift.tt/2EXP5UX

In NRA Fight, Delta Finds There Is No Neutral Ground    New York Times Some Georgia Republicans Seek to Punish Delta for Change on NRA Discounts    Wall Street Journal Gun debate has companies picking sides    Boston Herald 'Your move': Jeni's Splendid Ice Creams founder calls on FedEx to end ties with NRA    Cincinnati.com The NRA boycotts are already working, and here's why    Chicago Tribune Full coverage from More Top Stories - Google News http://ift.tt/2ows15h

Ben Carson's HUD, Planning Cuts, Spends $31000 on Dining Set for His Office    New York Times HUD spends $31561 on a dining room set for Secretary Ben Carson's office    CNBC HUD Official Says She Was Demoted for Not Complying With Ben Carson's Costly Office Redecoration: Report    U.S. News & World Report Full coverage from More Top Stories - Google News http://ift.tt/2CMkpQu

Florida's Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School Reopens Two Weeks After Shooting    TIME How secure are our schools? Since Columbine they are locked tightly, research shows    USA TODAY Gun Control Misses the Point    Wall Street Journal Raise age to serve, vote, buy guns    Newsday Full coverage from More Top Stories - Google News http://ift.tt/2t1DgYj

Dr. Phil McGraw's sister-in-law dies nearly 20 years after surviving random acid attack Dr. Phil McGraw’s sister-in-law, Cindi Broaddus, has reportedly died at age 68. The news comes nearly two decades after she survived a random acid attack that left her scarred. via FOX NEWS http://ift.tt/2FBhxsK

ABC orders talk show from Alec Baldwin despite controversial past, MSNBC disaster ABC is betting big on Alec Baldwin, announcing on Tuesday that it has ordered a talk show series, hosted by him, called “Sundays with Alec Bladwin,” despite his previous attempt at the format being a complete disaster at MSNBC. via FOX NEWS http://ift.tt/2BUsbLm

'Frozen 2' director open to the possibility of Elsa having a female love interest The director of the 2013 smash hit “Frozen” is leaving the door open for the beloved character to have a romance with a woman in the upcoming sequel. via FOX NEWS http://ift.tt/2EVH2Im

Lisa Marie Presley admits to drug and alcohol abuse in messy divorce deposition Lisa Marie Presley has revealed new details about her struggle with drugs and alcohol in newly discovered legal documents that were filed by the star in her messy divorce from Michael Lockwood. via FOX NEWS http://ift.tt/2EZznII

Chelsea Handler slammed over tweet about Donald and Ivanka Trump Chelsea Handler is in hot water. via FOX NEWS http://ift.tt/2HQOEcX

Jennifer Lawrence admits she's still in love with ex Darren Aronofsky, talks Chris Pratt affair rumors Jennifer Lawrence admits she is in still in love with her ex-boyfriend Darren Aronofsky and addressed rumors she had an affair with Chris Pratt. via FOX NEWS http://ift.tt/2CMLVgS

Matt Lauer's joke about sleeping with interns left Vanity Fair writer 'queasy' A 2009 joke made by Matt Lauer about sleeping with interns left a potential "Today" guest so uncomfortable, she declined to appear on the NBC morning show. via FOX NEWS http://ift.tt/2GKFmgY

Chevy Chase regularly made racist jokes to Donald Glover on 'Community' set, creator Dan Harmon says Chevy Chase often made racial jokes toward Donald Glover while filming “Community,” Dan Harmon, the show’s creator revealed. via FOX NEWS http://ift.tt/2GKDYev

Bollywood superstar Sridevi drowned in hotel bathtub in Dubai Bollywood actress Sridevi died over the weekend after she drowned in a hotel bathtub in Dubai, despite initial reports stating that she went into cardiac arrest at a family wedding. via FOX NEWS http://ift.tt/2or9qYv

Meghan Markle won't ever be like 'bitter' Wallis Simpson, says Princess Diana's biographer Meghan Markle won’t be the first American divorcee to marry into the House of Windsor. via FOX NEWS http://ift.tt/2FbzkZE

Rare blue ice stacks 'as high as a three-story building' form along Michigan's Great Lakes In the middle of her work shift Sunday morning, Tori Burley received a text from her father that gave her a tingle of excitement: "The blue ice is back!" via FOX NEWS http://ift.tt/2GOL3dV

Discovery of giant hand axes suggest a prehistoric 'Game of Thrones' scenario in ancient Europe Even our earliest human ancestors made and used technology — something we can look back on thanks to the lasting nature of stone tools. via FOX NEWS http://ift.tt/2Cpfrxf

Israeli gardener discovers remarkable 700-year-old 'Santa Claus' ring A gardener in Israel has unearthed a rare bronze ring bearing the image of St. Nicholas that dates back to the Middle Ages. via FOX NEWS http://ift.tt/2HQx9cB

Extremely rare copy of the Declaration of Independence, once hidden behind wallpaper, surfaces An extremely rare copy of the Declaration of Independence that was hidden behind wallpaper to protect it from ransacking Civil War troops, has surfaced. via FOX NEWS http://ift.tt/2ousuF7

Bugs found in the driest spot on Earth could indicate life on Mars Freak rains in the driest part of the world have revealed hidden microbes that could point to what life on Mars might look like. via FOX NEWS http://ift.tt/2F6vrFs

Water may be all over the Moon, giving new hope for sustained life It may not be as widely available as say a bottle of Poland Spring, but the water on the Moon may be more widely available than first thought, giving new hope for its potential. via FOX NEWS http://ift.tt/2CowGyK

Congress Looks for Guidance From Trump on Gun Legislation    Wall Street Journal Sen. Chuck Schumer mocked for Netflix and chill tweet on net neutrality    USA TODAY Schumer slammed for sexually suggestive talking point    Fox News Full coverage from More Top Stories - Google News http://ift.tt/2FCorOC

Pelosi the 'most right-wing'? Only in San Francisco Rep. Nancy Pelosi, D-Calif., the House minority leader up for reelection, has been called the “most right-wing’ candidate running in her district this year. via FOX NEWS http://ift.tt/2GSbtf4

Obama makes in-person pitch for presidential center The Obama Foundation held its final public meeting Tuesday in a bid to win support for a planned Barack Obama presidential library on the South Side of Chicago. via FOX NEWS http://ift.tt/2EXj4wn

Denver mayor accused of sexual harassment by former member of security team, report says A former member of Denver Mayor Michael Hancock’s security detail claimed the Democratic politician sexually harassed her while she was on his team, according to a report. via FOX NEWS http://ift.tt/2F7iUSj

ICE arrests more than 150 people in Bay Area following Democratic mayor's warning Federal immigration officials have arrested more than 150 individuals in violation of federal U.S. immigration law in Northern California this week despite the Oakland mayor warning of an impending raid. via FOX NEWS http://ift.tt/2GP2k6L

Comey swipes at Trump: 'Lordy, this time there will be a tape' Former FBI Director James Comey, preparing to launch his new tell-all book, took a swipe at President Trump on Tuesday. via FOX NEWS http://ift.tt/2HPqnnq

Supreme Court rules that detained immigrants don't get automatic bond hearings A sharply divided Supreme Court concluded certain immigrants or asylum seekers do not have an automatic right to periodic custody or bail hearings. via FOX NEWS http://ift.tt/2EXXk3e

Federal judge rules against challenge to Trump border wall A federal judge on Tuesday ruled against an environmental challenge to President Trump’s border wall, delivering a win to the Trump administration in a decision that allows construction plans to move forward. via FOX NEWS http://ift.tt/2EYD6GQ

Mueller moves to dismiss charges against Rick Gates in Russia probe Special Counsel Robert Mueller moved Tuesday to dismiss nearly two-dozen charges against former Trump campaign associate Rick Gates, in the wake of his guilty plea last week. via FOX NEWS http://ift.tt/2ozRpaD

Democrat governor's pay raises to Cabinet members draw scrutiny When Democrat Roy Cooper was elected governor of North Carolina in November 2016, his victory was seen as a kind of consolation prize after the party lost the White House. But now Cooper, after barely a year in office, is facing scrutiny over some hefty pay raises handed out to his Cabinet secretaries. via FOX NEWS http://ift.tt/2FbbUna

Brad Parscale, Trump's tech 'genius,' tapped to be campaign manager for president's 2020 re-election bid President Trump has tapped Brad Parscale -- the towering, bearded political consultant described as a “genius” -- as the man to lead Trump’s 2020 re-election bid as campaign manager. via FOX NEWS http://ift.tt/2GOUfyS

ICE arrests 150 in immigrant raids, blasts Schaaf over warning    The Mercury News More than 150 ICE arrests reported in Northern California since Sunday    KTVU San Francisco ICE begins deportation raids in Northern California, as federal officials blame Oakland mayor    Washington Post Full coverage from More Top Stories - Google News http://ift.tt/2F68r9N

Graham, Counselor to Presidents, Receives Capitol Salute    Voice of America George W. Bush wouldn't have become president without Billy Graham    The Hill Ex-presidents, friends, family pay respects to Billy Graham    ABC News Former President Clinton pays tribute to Graham's 'open heart' in Charlotte visit    Charlotte Observer Full coverage from More Top Stories - Google News http://ift.tt/2BV0Okk

Parkland Massacre Thrusts Guns Into the Midterm Spotlight    New York Times Democrats Flip 2 More GOP-Held State House Seats    HuffPost Democrats just flipped two state legislative seats in Connecticut and New Hampshire    Vox Pull the trigger, Congress: Answer the call to action on guns    New York Daily News Full coverage from More Top Stories - Google News http://ift.tt/2BVdyYf

Man shot during Facebook Live talked about accused killer in older video    Charlotte Observer Facebook Live murder: North Carolina man arrested    BBC News Another livestreamed murder, and renewed scrutiny for Facebook    New York Daily News Full coverage from More Top Stories - Google News http://ift.tt/2Fc4FvD

Reputed MS-13 defendants laugh, smile as slain teen's family glares Reputed members of the notorious Salvadoran gang MS-13 -- accused of brutally murdering two teenage girls -- laughed and smiled during Tuesday’s court appearance, all while the family of one of the victims watched from the gallery. via FOX NEWS http://ift.tt/2BVnUr4

The Oscars ignore great performances by political actors. That’s why there’s the ‘Stosscars’ Sunday, Hollywood sycophants give out Oscars. But Politicians deceive and manipulate people just as much as actors do. Some of their performances deserve recognition. via FOX NEWS http://ift.tt/2t5A2Dg

Journalists target Second Amendment and NRA, and other examples of outrageous media bias The Parkland, Florida high school shooting that left 17 people dead is a textbook example of how supposedly neutral journalists promote a left-wing agenda – in this case, by showing overwhelming support for gun control. via FOX NEWS http://ift.tt/2FDpXjl

The NRA just got a new member. Here’s why this mom of two joined the group As a mom of kids in elementary school, I became a proud member of the NRA for the first time last week. I did so because the absence of common sense that I’ve witnessed recently is alarming to me as a parent. via FOX NEWS http://ift.tt/2HPe5vv

Teacher talks about safety after Florida school shooting, is told to get psych exam, go on leave By nearly every account Timothy Locke is one of the most beloved teachers in the Cherry Hill, New Jersey school district. via FOX NEWS http://ift.tt/2EWlviz

Judith Miller: No, Rep. Devin Nunes, reporters are not dead Rep. Devin Nunes thinks the press is dead, or brain-dead, at least. via FOX NEWS http://ift.tt/2FBGX9L

Would universities stand up for pro-gun students' free speech rights? It’s refreshing that colleges are finally standing up for free speech. via FOX NEWS http://ift.tt/2CKBcU5

Kushner's overseas contacts raise concerns as foreign officials seek leverage    Washington Post Jared Kushner loses access to top-level security briefings    BBC News Reports: Kushner Security Clearance Downgraded Following White House Scandal    NPR Jared Kushner should not be working in the White House    Chicago Tribune Kushner, Russia bombshells rock the White House    CNN Full coverage from More Top Stories - Google News http://ift.tt/2GNRDBo

ICE arrests 150 in Northern California and Oakland mayor    CNN ICE arrests more than 150 people after mayor warned of impending raid    New York Post More than 150 ICE arrests reported in Northern California since Sunday    KTVU San Francisco ICE arrests 150 in immigrant raids, blasts Schaaf over warning    The Mercury News Full coverage from More Top Stories - Google News http://ift.tt/2BUmX29

N Korea 'providing materials to Syria chemical weapons factories'    BBC News No aid or evacuation for Eastern Ghouta as Syrian bombardments continue    Washington Post Russia's 'Humanitarian Pause' Has No Effect on Syria Fighting    Voice of America Syria is a moral defeat for Europeans    The Guardian UN Report Links North Korea to Syrian Chemical Weapons    Wall Street Journal Full coverage from More Top Stories - Google News http://ift.tt/2EY1ynv

11 people sickened after hazmat incident at Fort Myer in Arlington    Washington Post Substance in envelope sickens 11 at Marine base in Virginia    NBCNews.com Suspicious mail triggers illness at Virginia military base    Yahoo News 11 ill after suspicious letter arrives at military base    CNN Full coverage from More Top Stories - Google News http://ift.tt/2EVLyqi

West Virginia teacher strike enters 4th day, governor claims teachers will return Thursday    USA TODAY 6th-grader persuades governor to give West Virginia teachers a raise, end strike    CNN West Virginia governor announces deal to end teachers' strike    NBCNews.com Allhands: If Arizona teachers strike, here's how they should do it    AZCentral.com Striking West Virginia Teachers Won't get Raise Until They 'Fix' Natural Gas Tax, Governor Says    Newsweek Full coverage from More Top Stories - Google News http://ift.tt/2EV56uO

Must Tech Firms Provide Data Held Abroad? Justices Struggle to Apply 1986 Law    New York Times Supreme Court grapples with access to globalized data in US investigations    Washington Post Supreme Court sounds wary of Microsoft's shield for emails stored abroad    Los Angeles Times Supreme Court Ruling Means Immigrants Could Continue To Be Detained Indefinitely    NPR Full coverage from More Top Stories - Google News http://ift.tt/2CNEV33