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Idris Elba on James Bond: 'I'm Not Going to Be That Guy'

Actor Idris Elba says he's going to stick with being the tormented detective John Luther — not James Bond.

Philippines Says China Ship Used Laser Against Coast Guard

The Philippines on Monday accused a Chinese coast guard ship of hitting a Philippine coast guard vessel with a military-grade laser and temporarily blinding some of its crew.

Earnest or Playful, That Valentine's Card Has a History

It was Valentine’s Day 1917 in the Minnesota farming village of Lewiston, and Fred Roth — a fourth grader — seems to have come up with just the way to express his love for his sweetheart, Louise Wirt. He gave her a card.

US Jets Down 4 Objects in 8 days, Unprecedented in Peacetime

A U.S. fighter jet shot down an “unidentified object” over Lake Huron on Sunday on orders from President Joe Biden. It was the fourth such downing in eight days.

Celebs Tout Ice Baths, But Science on Benefits is Lukewarm

The coolest thing on social media these days may be celebrities and regular folks plunging into frigid water or taking ice baths.

How the 'Boneless Wing' Became a Tasty Culinary Lie

With the Super Bowl at hand, behold the cheerful untruth that has been perpetrated upon (and generally with the blessing of) the chicken-consuming citizens of the United States on menus across the land: a “boneless wing” that isn’t a wing at all.

The Chinese Spy Balloon spotted near Asheville, NC. by Evan Fisher

Beijing Calls US Claims Over Balloons 'Information Warfare'

China on Thursday said U.S. accusations that a downed Chinese balloon was part of an extensive surveillance program amount to “information warfare against China.”

The Spy Who Wasn't? New York Police Officer Wants Badge Back

On a September day in 2020, New York City Police Officer Baimadajie Angwang kissed his toddler goodbye and was about to drive to work when he was surrounded by rifle-toting FBI agents.

Disney Cuts Simpsons 'Forced Labor' Episode in Hong Kong

Walt Disney Co. has removed an episode from cartoon series The Simpsons that included a reference to “forced labor camps” in China from its streaming service in Hong Kong.

North Korean Leader Kim Brings Daughter to Visit Troops

North Korean leader Kim Jong Un brought his daughter to visit troops to mark the 75th founding anniversary of the country's army as he lauded the “irresistible might” of his nuclear-armed military, state media said Wednesday.

Toxic Gases Connected to Ohio Train Derailment Cause Concern

Days after crews released and burned toxic chemicals transported by a wrecked train in Ohio, residents remain concerned about the toxic substances that could be lingering in their evacuated neighborhoods.

Edge On The Clock: Seniors Using Loofahs To Signal Sexual Preference

People in one retirement community in Florida are using loofah sponges to get down and dirty.

Do You Believe The Chinese Balloon Is Just A Weather Balloon?

The saga of the suspected spy balloon. New details as the FBI analyzes the debris, and another Chinese balloon is spotted.

2 Pilots Walk Away From Boeing 737 Tanker Crash in Australia

Two pilots walked away with minor injuries after a Boeing 737 jet converted for firefighting crashed in Australia, officials said Tuesday.

Group: 1-in-5 US Adults Will Bet on This Year's Super Bowl

A record 50.4 million American adults plan to bet on this year's Super Bowl, wagering a total of $16 billion, the gambling industry's national trade group predicted Tuesday.

China Says Will 'Safeguard Interests' Over Balloon Shootdown

China said Tuesday it will “resolutely safeguard its legitimate rights and interests” over the shooting down of a suspected Chinese spy balloon by the United States, as relations between the two countries deteriorate further.