The takeover of the Afghan city of Kunduz by Taliban forces was a major setback for Afghanistan’s defense forces, marking the first time that the Taliban was able to take a major city since it was overthrown in 2001. … [Read more...]
Russia and US Conduct Talks After Syria Airstrikes
Concerns were made during the initial talks between the U.S. and Russia to keep their respective military aircraft from coming into contact in the skies, where both countries are now conducting Syria airstrikes. … [Read more...]
Brave Vet Blocks Door from Oregon Gunman, Shot Five Times and Lives
An Army veteran who bravely blocked the door as the Oregon gunman barged into a community college classroom Thursday, then took at least five bullets while pleading that it was his young son's birthday, is recovering - and being hailed as a hero, according to his family. … [Read more...]
European Leaders to Discuss Peace Process in Ukraine
The leaders of Russia, Ukraine, Germany and France are scheduled to get together for a summit meeting that is aimed at bolstering the peace process in eastern Ukraine. Talks will most likely be overshadowed by Russia’s military action in Syria however. … [Read more...]
Pope Francis’ Meeting with Kim Davis Not a Sentiment of Support
After days of confusion, the Vatican issued a statement clarifying Pope Francis' Sept. 24 encounter with Davis, an Apostolic Christian who has become a focal point in the gay marriage debate in the U.S. In a statement, the Vatican spokesman, the Rev. Federico Lombardi, said Francis met with "several dozen" people at the Vatican's embassy just before leaving Washington for New … [Read more...]
6 Things You Need to Know About EMV Credit Cards
If you have a credit or debit card, you've probably noticed that your bank has sent you a new card sooner than expected. You've also probably noticed that the card, fitted with a small chip on its face, looks slightly different than your old plastic. … [Read more...]
Stephen Colbert Brings Tech CEOs to Late Night
"You are my fifth billionaire of the show," Stephen Colbert humblebragged to the visibly jittery CEO of Snapchat on Wednesday night. "I'm collecting them now." In his first weeks as host of The Late Show, Colbert hasn't just planted his stake in the late night wars, but attempted to move beyond the usual late night guest lineup of celebrities, politicians and animal handlers. … [Read more...]
Peeple App to Review Other Humans, Without Their Consent
Imagine a database that allows you and everyone you know to be ranked, classified and reviewed by someone you've dated, worked with or befriended, without consent. Say hello to the Peeple app, described by the founders as a "positivity app." … [Read more...]