White House placed on brief lockdown
US News 42 minutes ago
Reports say a woman threw a package over the White House fence. Authorities have since cleared the package, and the lockdown has been lifted.
Mexican footballer Alan Pulido safe after kidnapping
World News Last night
Alan Pulido was rescued after being taken by masked men in the north-eastern​ Mexican state of Tamaulipas, on the country's border with Texas. The 25-year-old striker currently plays for Olympiacos in Greece.
People try to guess Clinton's email password
Trending 4 hours ago
Controversy around Hillary Clinton's use of a private email server kicked back up after a State Department audit said she failed to meet cybersecurity guidelines. In response, some criticized, some poked fun and others defended Clinton with the hashtag #ClintonPasswords.
Be frank: Is a hot dog considered a sandwich or nah?
Haha Yesterday
ICYMI: Just before Memorial Day weekend began, the folks at Merriam-Webster Dictionary ignited the ultimate debate by claiming that hot dogs *are* considered part of the sandwich hierachy...say what?
Dad’s response to daughter's tattoo is the stuff of dad legend
Haha Yesterday
Leave it to @teenagepuppy's father to turn her knife tattoo into a dad joke for the ages.
Thirty five percent of coral dead in parts of Great Barrier Reef
Science Yesterday
In an underwater survey of 84 reefs, scientists have found an average of 35% of the coral dead or dying in the northern and central sections, the worst mass bleaching to hit the reef.
This guy's bank outfit is better than your bank outfit
Haha Yesterday
During a trip to the bank, @ANT_NYC1 ran into a Orlando Magic super-fan in full vintage Shaquille O'Neal regalia. Casual Shaq quickly became an Internet hero.
Get ready for your Memorial Day cookout with these summery recipes
Whether you're throwing a BBQ party in your backyard or bringing a dish to pass around at a potluck, here are a handful of recipes to celebrate the unofficial kick-off to summer.
The Rock will portray the world's first superhero
Movies 12 minutes ago
In his latest confirmed project, Dwayne Johnson will take on the role of Doc Savage (aka "Man of Bronze"), the primary inspiration for Clark Kent and Superman.
Trump blasts Bill Kristol after promise of independent candidate
Election 2016 2 hours ago
Weekly Standard editor Bill Kristol teased Sunday that an independent candidate is preparing to enter the presidential race. The GOP's presumptive nominee didn't take the news very kindly, and took to Twitter to respond.
Fifth Harmony break down each and every track of 7/27
Music 2 hours ago
The group's second studio album 7/27 has arrived! Listen here for a sampling of each song, and some insider info about what the songs mean to each of the ladies.
Ex-attorney general says surprising words of Snowden's leak
US News 2 hours ago
During an interview with David Axelrod, former Attorney General Eric Holder called Edward Snowden's leak of classified documents a "public service." But Holder was quick to add that Snowden's actions still deserve punishment.
What you need to know Monday: Memorial Day edition
World News Last night
Memorial Day travel and history, Mars comes knocking, the Stanley Cup, a big-deal game 7 in the NBA and a look ahead.
What happened when George Clooney met the Pope
Celebrity 3 hours ago
On Sunday, Clooney and his wife Amal were just some of the many high-profile stars (including Richard Gere and Salma Hayek) honored by Pope Francis during a summit for his educational foundation, Scholas Occurrentes.
X-Men dukes it out with Alice for holiday weekend box office
Movies 5 hours ago
This Memorial Day weekend was a battle of big-budget sequels at the movies. X-Men: Apocalypse drew the biggest crowds while Alice Through the Looking Glass received a tepid response from moviegoers.
Iraqi forces advance on key ISIS stronghold
World News This morning
Military units entered Fallujah a week after launching an operation to liberate the city from Islamic State militants. Possibly in retaliation, ISIS claimed responsibility for two suicide bombings in Baghdad on Monday.
Honoring veterans who have served and sacrificed
Memorial Day This morning
On this #MemorialDay, users from all over the nation remember the servicemen and women who fought for the U.S.
Game of Thrones: Guess who's back? Back again?
Television 3 hours ago
Brace yourselves, the spoilers are coming. The sixth season of @HBO's Game of Thrones continues with Blood of my Blood. Take a look at the best of this week's episode.
TFW you have the day off but it's ruined
Trending 1 hour ago
Across the country, many (but not all) hardworking Americans are enjoying the holiday Monday. If you're feeling sadistic instead of patriotic, the hashtag #RuinMyDayOffIn4Words will show you just how to mess up the day for anyone who's having a good time.
Gilly got a Princess Diaries makeover on Game of Thrones
Television Last night
Who knew Wildlings cleaned up so well?