Militants In Iraq Say They Executed 1,700 Soldiers, Post Gruesome Images Online
Militants from the Islamic State in Iraq and Syria said on Twitter that they had executed 1,700 Iraqi government soldiers, The New York Times reports. On Sunday, a string of bombs went off, killing 15 and wounding over 30.
Pope Ditches Popemobile, Says He Doesn't Have "Much To Lose”
In a recent interview with a Spanish newspaper, Pope Francis said that he cannot "tell the people I love them inside a sardine can."
Paula Deen Is Launching Her Own Digital TV Network
The celebrity cook's career derailed after a leaked deposition revealed she had used the n-word, but now she is trying to make a digital comeback.
Dave Chappelle Says He Never Quit His Show, He's Just Seven Years Late For Work
"Listen, here it is: Technically, I never quit," he said on the Late Show.
Drake Gets A Terrible Social Media Coach In This Hilarious New Webseries
With the help of media coach Janessa Slater — played by Saturday Night Live actress Vanessa Bayer — Drake will someday have one million Twitter followers.
St. Louis Archbishop Says He Didn't Know It Was Illegal For Priests To Have Sex With Kids
"I'm not sure whether I knew it was a crime or not," said St. Louis Archbishop Robert Carlson, who is part of a lawsuit accusing more than 100 priests and church employees of sex abuse. "I understand today it's a crime."
Los Angeles Judge Rules That Teacher Job Protections Violate Constitution
Nine students sued the state of California for laws that grant teacher tenure, seniority, and other protections, arguing that the laws perpetuate ineffective learning.
These Moms Made A Parody Of Iggy Azalea's "Fancy" Called "I'm So Pregnant" And It's Pretty Much Perfect
Moms can do anything, even make hilarious viral videos while pregnant.
Couple Screams Of "Revolution" In Las Vegas Shooting Spree, Kill Three
A pair of shooters identified as Jerad and Amanda Miller, a married couple, fatally shot two police officers and another victim.
At Least 28 Reported Killed In Attack At Pakistan's Karachi Airport
The Pakistani Taliban has claimed responsibility for the attack.
Bowe Bergdahl Says He Was Tortured, Kept In Metal Cage In Captivity
Bergdahl has begun to share some details of his captivity. The soldier's parents have also reportedly been receiving death threats.
Police Recaptured The Three Prisoners Who Escaped On A Helicopter
On June 7, three men broke out of a prison north of Quebec City after a helicopter landed on the prison grounds, picked them up, and then flew away. Three weeks later they were recaptured. They are set to appear in court Monday.
A Teen Walked 40 Miles Carrying His Little Brother To Raise Awareness For Cerebral Palsy
Hunter Gandee set out on a 40-mile trek on Saturday with his 7-year-old brother strapped to his back to help raise awareness for the condition that afflicts his sibling. Updated — He successfully completed the mission on Sunday.
Worldwide Vigils And Protests Mark The 25th Anniversary Of The Tiananmen Square Massacre
On June 4, 1989, soldiers in Beijing killed hundreds of protesters who were advocating for democracy and an end to government corruption.
FCC Website Reports Technical Difficulties After John Oliver's Segment On Net Neutrality
A 13-minute Last Week Tonight With John Oliver segment encouraged viewers to comment on the FCC's proposed net neutrality rules. "Good evening, monsters. "
Good-Bye, @Everyword
The Twitter feed of every word is shutting down on June 7.
Casey Kasem Hospitalized After Wife Throws Raw Meat At His Daughter
Kasem was hospitalized on Sunday outside the Washington home where he has been staying after his wife threw a pound of raw hamburger meat at one of his daughters.
6 Climbers Presumed Dead After Fall On Washington's Mount Rainier
It was the worst disaster there in more than 30 years, officials say.
Thousands March In Cyprus’ First Gay Pride Parade
The parade was interrupted by anti-gay protesters who called it "shameful," but the demonstration was still considered a huge success.
At Least Two Arrested At An Unsanctioned Gay Pride Parade In Moscow
People gathered outside of the mayor’s office for a gay pride parade after their application for permission to hold a demonstration was rejected.