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Man fails to smuggle tortoises disguised as pastries into Berlin Airport

Man fails to smuggle tortoises disguised as pastries into Berlin Airport He almost got away with it, too.

American Airlines suspends service to Venezuela following travel advisory, concerns from pilots union

American Airlines suspends service to Venezuela following travel advisory, concerns from pilots union “Until further notice, if you are scheduled, assigned, or reassigned a pairing into Venezuela, refuse the assignment," the union's statement read, in part.

Elon Musk's Las Vegas high-speed tunnel could launch stalled projects across the country

Elon Musk's Las Vegas high-speed tunnel could launch stalled projects across the country The Boring Company founder Elon Musk and his vision to create high-speed transit tunnels to help solve the nation's high infrastructure cost for a fraction of the price might finally come to fruition out in the desert.

Icelandic towns fear tourism could suffer because Google's maps show 'nothing but snow'

Icelandic towns fear tourism could suffer because Google's maps show 'nothing but snow' A couple of mayors in Iceland fear tourists might be giving their towns the cold shoulder — and they suggest that Google is to blame.

Airlines work to reschedule canceled flights after Boeing 737 Max aircrafts are grounded

Airlines work to reschedule canceled flights after Boeing 737 Max aircrafts are grounded Airlines cancel flights and waive rebooking fees after Boeing was forced to ground the entire fleet of 737 Max 8 and Max 9 planes.

Anticipation builds for Disney's 'Star Wars' theme park attractions

Anticipation builds for Disney's 'Star Wars' theme park attractions Disney has released photos and videos of Star Wars: Galaxy's Edge, the first of two areas to open in Disneyland and Disney World.

Norwegian Cruise Line is giving away free trips to teachers

Norwegian Cruise Line is giving away free trips to teachers "Travel is a powerful means of education. It brings people closer to each other and to diverse cultures around the world."

Miami Beach Starts Campaign to curb rowdy Spring Break Crowds

Miami Beach Starts Campaign to curb rowdy Spring Break Crowds Police are pushing a new campaign to warn partiers of the consequences of reckless partying.

Did President Trump make the right decision to ground all Boeing 737 Max 8 and Max 9 aircrafts?

Did President Trump make the right decision to ground all Boeing 737 Max 8 and Max 9 aircrafts? Former commercial pilot Capt. Mike Coffield breaks down the data that led President Trump to ground all Boeing 737 Max 8 and Max 9 aircrafts.

Boeing relents on keeping US planes in skies as investigation continues into 737 Max 8

Boeing relents on keeping US planes in skies as investigation continues into 737 Max 8 Planes are temporarily grounded in the U.S. amid growing concerns over the safety of the model; Doug McKelway reports on the fallout.

Bernie Sanders cuts head on shower door

Bernie Sanders cuts head on shower door 2020 Democratic hopeful Sen. Bernie Sanders received seven stiches after hitting his head on a glass shower door.

New study links eggs to increased cholesterol and a risk of heart disease

New study links eggs to increased cholesterol and a risk of heart disease Researchers at Northwestern University analyzed 30,000 U.S. adults over three decades and found that eating just three to four eggs per week was tied to increased cholesterol and a 6 percent higher risk of heart disease.

8 roles every ‘master parent’ should play to raise highly successful children

8 roles every ‘master parent’ should play to raise highly successful children In the midst of the biggest college admissions cheating scandal, a new book called ‘The Formula,’ breaks down 8 parenting roles that make up a formula to raising smart, highly successful children. Fox News’ Dr. Manny Alvarez sits down with the authors to discuss the secret formula they discovered.

Experts reveal the formula to raising highly successful children

Experts reveal the formula to raising highly successful children In the midst of the biggest college admissions cheating scandal in U.S. history, a new book called ‘The Formula,’ breaks down 8 parenting roles that make up a formula to raising smart, highly successful children. Fox News’ Laura Ingle sits down with the authors to discuss the secret formula they discovered.

Eggs linked to increased cholesterol, risk of heart disease in new study

Eggs linked to increased cholesterol, risk of heart disease in new study It's a finding sure to crack the heart of egg-lovers everywhere.

Outgoing FDA commissioner addresses departure, new guidelines to curb teen vaping 'epidemic'

Outgoing FDA commissioner addresses departure, new guidelines to curb teen vaping 'epidemic' The FDA cracks down on teen vaping, issuing new guidelines to prevent minors from buying flavored e-cigarettes; insight from outgoing FDA Commissioner Dr. Scott Gottlieb.

Depression and suicidal thoughts have doubled in young Americans, study says

Depression and suicidal thoughts have doubled in young Americans, study says The percentage of young Americans with mental health disorders has more than doubled over the past decade, according to a new study from the American Psychological Association.

Lawyer blames doctor's 'God complex' after cancer patient's death

Lawyer blames doctor's 'God complex' after cancer patient's death The grieving widow of a cancer patient who died following an alleged botched operation is speaking out against her surgeon, who according to one lawyer's accusations, has a “God complex.”

Therapists explore virtual reality to help patients

Therapists explore virtual reality to help patients Researchers at the University of Colorado Boulder are using immersive technology to help those who suffer from anxiety, depression, and irrational fears by placing the user into the situations that cause their moods or fears to flare up.

Prominent gender-reassignment surgeon denies posting homophobic comments on Instagram

Prominent gender-reassignment surgeon denies posting homophobic comments on Instagram Dr. Christopher Salgado, a gender-reassignment surgeon from Miami is denying claims that he posted photos of patients' genitalia with racist and homophobic comments on social media.

Liftoff! A New Crew Heads to the Space Station

The Soyuz MS-12 spacecraft lifted off with Expedition 59 crewmembers on a journey to the International Space Station. from NASA https://ift.tt/2Y35LjV

In Two Different Kinds of Battles, Seton Hall and Villanova Reach Final

By THE ASSOCIATED PRESS from NYT Sports https://ift.tt/2UDEiDh

The Week in Arts: Idris Elba, Taking on War and José González

By THE NEW YORK TIMES from NYT Arts https://ift.tt/2TOSRXk

What’s on TV Saturday: ‘Catastrophe’ and ‘Searching’

By SARA ARIDI from NYT Arts https://ift.tt/2HoOOLC

U.S. Navy Vet Held in Iran Gets 10 Years, Lawyer Says

By RICK GLADSTONE from NYT World https://ift.tt/2UEvQUa

Afghan Leaders Focus Anger Over U.S.-Taliban Peace Talks on a Diplomat

By MARK LANDLER from NYT U.S. https://ift.tt/2W12jUT

Russian Oligarch Sues the U.S. Over Sanctions

By KENNETH P. VOGEL and ALAN RAPPEPORT from NYT U.S. https://ift.tt/2XYXSM2

Good Cop or Good Soldier? Mike Pence Is a Tempting Target for 2020 Democrats

By KATIE ROGERS and ANNIE KARNI from NYT U.S. https://ift.tt/2F4bFII

Los Angeles District Attorney to Investigate Horse Deaths at Santa Anita

By TIM ARANGO and JOE DRAPE from NYT Sports https://ift.tt/2UEnDPQ

At Indian Wells, It’ll Be Federer vs. Nadal for the 39th Time. Maybe.

By CHRISTOPHER CLAREY from NYT Sports https://ift.tt/2T8PAOb

Knicks, Without Dennis Smith Jr., Are Routed by Spurs

By THE ASSOCIATED PRESS from NYT Sports https://ift.tt/2TUV6YY

Jordan Spieth, ‘Getting Tired’ of His Slump, Misses Another Cut

By KAREN CROUSE from NYT Sports https://ift.tt/2T8YwTR

A Star Princeton Player Has a Sense of Where She’ll Be: The W.N.B.A.

By HOWARD MEGDAL from NYT Sports https://ift.tt/2TaDofE

Twelve Righteous Republicans (and 41 Cowards)

By BRET STEPHENS from NYT Opinion https://ift.tt/2Fj3fPb

Appalachia Is More Diverse Than You Think

By ROBERT GIPE from NYT Opinion https://ift.tt/2TM46Qn

Edith Iglauer, Journalist and Bard of Canada, Dies at 101

By IAN AUSTEN from NYT Obituaries https://ift.tt/2Hnhi8s

Up to No Good

By CAITLIN LOVINGER from NYT Crosswords & Games https://ift.tt/2F47JaL

A Surprise Samson: The Week in Classical Music

By Unknown Author from NYT Arts https://ift.tt/2W1HjNV

Suspected white supremacist charged with murder after New Zealand mosque shootings

Australian Brenton Harrison Tarrant, 28, a suspected white supremacist, was charged with murder on Saturday after 49 people were killed and dozens wounded in mass shootings at two New Zealand mosques. from Reuters: World News https://ift.tt/2W6R8dv

Christchurch shootings continue to ripple in NZ sports

New Zealand's worst peacetime mass killing rippled through the country's top-class sports on Saturday with two high profile events canceled and the first class cricket title being decided without a ball being bowled in the final round of matches. from Reuters: World News https://ift.tt/2Cne2pg

NZ police lift lockdown on hospital after security scare

New Zealand police lifted a lockdown at a hospital in the Hawke's Bay area on Saturday after checking out a reported security scare and establishing that there was no threat. from Reuters: World News https://ift.tt/2UFup7Q