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Red Nose Day comes to America, aiding children
Red, clown-style noses sprouted like mushrooms on faces across America Thursday in a fundraiser to help needy children.
22 May 2015
Obama says US not losing against Islamic State
US President Barack Obama has described the loss of key Iraqi territory to Islamic State as a tactical setback, while insisting the war against the jihadist group is not being lost.
22 May 2015
Memphis plans send-off for 'King of the Blues'
Memphis, Tennessee, where guitar legend B.B. King started his career, will mourn the late King of the Blues with a procession next week before his burial in his native Mississippi.
22 May 2015
Obama looks to anchor Tunisia's democratic gains
Barack Obama and Tunisia's president will discuss increased military and economic aid designed to ensure the brightest democratic light.
21 May 2015
Depp 'storming off Pirates set' played down
A publicist for the latest "Pirates of the Caribbean" movie denied reports that Johnny Depp stormed off the Australian set to be with his wife in the United States.
21 May 2015
'Thank you and goodnight' US TV legend David Letterman signs off
The king of late-night television, David Letterman, brought the curtain down on a 33-year career in an emotional final show packed with jokes and farewells from US presidents.
21 May 2015
Rolling Stones announce secret pre-tour LA gig
The Rolling Stones announced a surprise last-minute gig at a small Hollywood concert venue night, as they warm up for an upcoming North American tour.
21 May 2015
Twitter-Google deal puts tweets in search results
Google and Twitter announced a partnership Tuesday to display tweets in search results, renewing a tieup that ended in 2011.
20 May 2015
Comic McCarthy honored with Hollywood Star
Funnywoman Melissa McCarthy was immortalized on Hollywood's Walk of Fame, adding her name to the star-studded stretch of Tinseltown sidewalk honoring the entertainment industry.
20 May 2015
Kerry plays Russian roulette gambling on easing ties
US Secretary of State John Kerry took a risky gamble facing derision and much skepticism when he flew to Russia last week for the first time in two years.
19 May 2015
American TV legend David Letterman bids farewell
The king of late-night American television, David Letterman, broadcasts his final show, ending a 33-year run of unpredictable, caustic comedy that set him apart.
19 May 2015
Nicki Minaj, Chris Brown lead BET award nominations
Nicki Minaj and Chris Brown led the nominations for the Black Entertainment Television awards, with each in the running in six categories
19 May 2015
B.B. King service in Vegas before Mississippi return
Fans will pay last respects to B.B. King in Las Vegas before the blues legend returns to be buried in his native Mississippi.
19 May 2015
Obama moves to demilitarize US cops
President Barack Obama barred police from using tracked armored vehicles, bayonets, grenade launchers and large-caliber firearms, in response to accusations.
19 May 2015
US wants progress on Ukraine peace deal after Russia diplomatic flurry
US Assistant Secretary of State Victoria Nuland called for concrete progress on a frayed Ukraine peace plan after a flurry of diplomacy with Russia.
19 May 2015
YouTube may show anti-muslim video: appeals court
A US appeals court ruled that Google-owned YouTube should not be barred from showing an uploaded "Innocence of Muslims" film that outraged Islamics.
19 May 2015
Taylor Swift goes rap and action hero in new video
Pop superstar Taylor Swift offered a new personal transformation as she debuted a video of herself as a feminist action hero in collaboration with rapper Kendrick Lamar.
18 May 2015
Tears as 'Mad Men' says goodbye
"Mad Men" diehards gathered in bars, restaurants and comedy clubs across New York on Sunday to discover the fate of Don Draper et al.
18 May 2015
Kerry discusses security in Seoul after N. Korea muscle flexing
US Secretary of State John Kerry discussed security issues with top South Korean officials following a new ballistic missile test by North Korea and the reported execution of its defence chief.
18 May 2015