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US urges Russia, rebels to 'immediately' halt Ukraine attacks
The United States called on Russia and the separatists it backs to "immediately" halt attacks in eastern Ukraine.
17 February 2015
Sean Penn turns action hero in 'The Gunman'
US actor Sean Penn turns action hero in "The Gunman" -- a thriller that had its world premiere in London on Monday.
17 February 2015
Hilfiger's fashion empire mines 'best of America'
In his New York showroom, four books on the table sum up the passions of Tommy Hilfiger: fashion, American pop culture, rock and Grace Kelly.
17 February 2015
'Saturday Night Live' marks 40 years of comedy irreverence
The Daily Show or music videos, an irreverent comedy troupe launched "Saturday Night Live" in 1975, unaware it would transform American humor and become the country's most successful comedy show of all time.
16 February 2015
Total domination: 'Fifty Shades of Grey' scores at US box office
Steamy bondage romp "Fifty Shades of Grey" dominated at the North American box office this weekend, whipping the competition to secure top spot.
16 February 2015
Victoria Beckham to expand fashion line to Asia
Victoria Beckham brought a sexy vision of fall/winter to an intimate New York runway show and confided plans to open a second store in Asia.
16 February 2015
Thai-born Thakoon brings Oscar Wilde to NY runway
Thakoon Panichgul moved decisively into a second decade in fashion by unveiling a vibrant, bohemian collection for fall/winter 2015 inspired by Oscar Wilde.
16 February 2015
Boston breaks monthly snowfall record after latest storm
Boston braced for another pummeling of wintry weather Sunday, as officials declared February the snowiest month in the city's history.
16 February 2015
Kazakh Wolves take USA Knockouts down: Astana Arlans win 5:0
The Astana Arlans has faced the main opponent in the Group B USA Knockouts in Karaganda, Kazakhstan on February 8.
15 February 2015
Triple G knows how to move: Mexican style dance from Gennady Golovkin
Gennady Golovkin met media reps during his training session at Big Bear in California.
15 February 2015
US lawmakers celebrate Keystone, bill awaits Obama veto
US Republican lawmakers held a ceremony hailing Congress's passage of the Keystone XL pipeline, but President Barack Obama has vowed to veto the legislation.
14 February 2015
When fake news goes viral, blame the media: study
It's true. Don't believe everything you read on the Internet.
14 February 2015
Catherine Deneuve the muse on NY Fashion Week day 2
Canadian-Taiwanese designer Jason Wu showed a collection inspired by the strength and seduction of French screen siren Catherine Deneuve.
14 February 2015
Obama condemns 'outrageous' murders of Muslim students
US President Barack Obama condemned the "brutal and outrageous" execution-style murders of three Muslim students in North Carolina.
14 February 2015
Thousands at US funerals of Muslim 'hate crime' victims
The families of three Muslim students shot dead by a white neighbor in the US said an emotional farewell to their loved ones.
13 February 2015
When YouTube stars go offline and meet up 'live'
If you thought today's young YouTube celebrities have only virtual contact with their fans, think again. They have taken on something new: real life.
13 February 2015
Kanye West pulls in A-listers for NY fashion debut
Rap star Kanye West grabbed all the attention at New York Fashion Week, presiding over a star-studded celebrity launch of a custom-designed shoe for Adidas.
13 February 2015
New Pentagon chief could collide with White House
Ashton Carter was confirmed as US defense secretary, and he could soon find himself at odds with a White House that clashed with previous Pentagon chiefs.
13 February 2015
Turkish leader slams Obama 'silence' in Muslim killings
Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan criticized US President Barack Obama's silence over the killing of three Muslim students in North Carolina.
13 February 2015
Martin Murray is uncrowned champion: Abel Sanchez
Gennady Golovkin’s coach Abel Sanchez has talked about the toughest opponent for Triple G Martin Murray.
13 February 2015