Volunteers for NASA enter biodome for year long space test

Six people entered an isolation dome yesterday situated on a remote, and barren part of an Hawaiian Island--they will remain in the dome (except for short excursions outside in space suits) for one year. It's part of a test NASA is conducting to see how people adapt or respond to conditions similar to that found on Mars.

President says it's almost too late to stop climate change

While meeting with other representatives of Arctic nations, yesterday, President Obama made a speech decrying the feeble attempt by countries of the world to stop or even slow carbon emissions that are leading to global warming--his strongest wording yet.

Mount McKinley to get original name back

North America's highest mountain, McKinley, will officially have its name changed back to Mount Denali, officials with the Obama administration have announced.

Tropical storm Erika causing havoc in Carribean

Tropical storm Erika continued its move across the Caribbean yesterday, killing 20 people in Dominica and causing extensive damage to many islands including Haiti. Heavy flooding has been the main problem.

FDA approves another cholesterol fighting drug

The FDA has approved an injectable drug called Amgen for use in fighting high cholesterol in people with liver problems or those that have had a heart attack or stroke. It is the second PCSK9 inhibitor drug approved by the administration.

Amazon cuts back on engineers after phone flop

Amazon has begun laying off engineers at its famed Lab126, amid plans to slow its efforts to create digital hardware products. The move comes on the heels of the disastrous introduction of its "Fire" smartphone.

China stocks fall again causing global market fluctuations

The Shanghai Composite was down again this morning, a sign that Chinese stock prices are still in flux--the losses have caused markets to fluctuate wildly across the globe including large drops in U.S. markets. The chaos has been attributed to concern about China's economy, U.S. interest rates and the sudden drop in oil prices.

Eight heroin overdoses in one town on one night highlight epidemic

The town of Washington Pennsylvania recently had eight people in completely separate incidents overdose on heroin in one night, highlighting town officials said, how bad the problem has become. National officials are also calling for action as heroin use across the country has skyrocketed. Some have suggested the surge is due to the increase in abuse of prescription pain killers-when the prescriptions run out, abusers turn to heroin, a very close replacement.

American passengers subdue gunman on French train

A gunman carrying a machine gun and firing at passengers was taken down by three American passengers who happened to be on the train yesterday. One of the Americans, a U.S. soldier was wounded.

North Korea orders troops to war footing

North Korean leader Kim Jong Un ordered troops in that country to be on alert and ready to go to war yesterday after the two countries fired shells across the hostile border in retaliation for loudspeaker broadcasts at border sites.

Jared Fogle pleads guilty to sex crimes

Ex Subway spokesman Jared Fogle is pleading guilty to several crimes associated with paying to have sex with minor aged girls and possession of child pornography.He is facing five to 12 years in prison.

FDA approves libido enhancer pill for women

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration approved yesterday, the first drug meant for enhancing libido in women. Called Addyi, the pill is meant to increase sexual desire, though it will come with a warning about serious possible effects, which include drops in blood pressure and fainting.

Milestone as two women graduate army ranger school

Two unidentified women have graduated from the army ranger school, the first time any women have done so, marking a historic occasion for the U.S. military which has increasingly made moves to pave the way for women being put into front-line combat roles.

Japanese economy shrinks again

Economists offered bad news for Japan with that country's economy shrinking in the past quarter--a setback for Prime Minister Shinzo Abe's turnaround policies. The news highlights long-term problems for the country that has experienced a decade of deflation.

Experts predict online doctor visits to become routine

The National Business Group on Health has released findings of a study they conducted and announced that they believe online doctor visits will become much more common. Instead of traveling to a doctor's office, people will sit down in front of their computer, tablet or smart phone, turn on their camera and microphone and conduct a virtual visit with their doctor. Some will also use at-home devices such as blood pressure cuffs that plug into home computers to convey medical data directly to the doctor.

Flag to go up in Cuba after 54 years

The U.S. flag will be raised in Cuba at the newly restored American Embassy in Havana today, the first time that has happened since 1961. Secretary of State John Kerry will attend the ceremony which highlights thawing of relations between the two countries after many years of isolation.

Milk prices continue to fall

Chinese hording of powdered milk and Russian trade sanctions have led to an international glut of milk and have combined to cause milk prices to drop significantly. Last year's 3$ a gallon for milk can now be bought for 1$, providing relief for consumers but hardships for dairy farmers across the globe.

Oil prices slump as Yuan slides

China's yuan hit a four year low yesterday, continuing its slide and causing ripples across the world. One such ripple was reduced oil demand in that country causing the price of crude to fall for a second day in a row. Many experts predict the drop in oil prices will continue as China's woes continue.

China devalues the yuan

In a surprise move, the Chinese government (The People's Bank of China) devalued the yuan yesterday by almost 2 percent against the value of the US dollar. The move came amid a period of slow growth in the country and led to worldwide currency fluctuations.

US sends jets and and 300 personal to Turkey to fight ISIS

The U.S. military sent six fighter jets to Incirlik Air Base in Turkey yesterday, as part of a plan to bomb Islamic Militants. 300 personnel were also sent to support the bombers. Potential targets for bombing have not been released.

Typhoon comes ashore in China

Typhoon Soudelor has come ashore on mainland China, killing 8 people and causing widespread damage. The typhoon caused even more damage as it struck Taiwan two days ago after being billed as the largest storm of any type this year.

215,000 jobs added last month

The US job market added 215,000 new hires last month, continuing a trend that has been ongoing for several months. The unemployment rate stands at just 5.3 percent, though both number may be misleading as many of those jobs are classified as underemployment--where people take a job that pays less than what they used to get.

GOP contenders hold debate

The 10 top polling Republicans held a debate last night, sparring over a variety of topics--they were followed by the seven "second tier" contenders in their own debate.

Malaysian Prime Minister says plane part was from Flight 370

Malaysian Prime Minister Najib Razak announced yesterday that the plane part found on Reunion Island was confirmed to be from flight 370. He said a team of experts had proven the part was from the plane, though officials in France, where the part is being examined, have only gone so far as to say that there is a strong supposition that the part is from flight 370. More tests will have to be done, they added, before it can be proven to be from that plane. 

Kerry to meet with Russian Foreign Minister

Secretary of State John Kerry will meet with Russian Foreign Minister Minister Sergei Lavrov today to discuss a number of issues, though front and center will be the war in Syria as part of an effort to fight Islamic State militants.

GOP candidates hold Voters First forum

All 14 of the current Republican candidates for president filed onstage last night for a forum broadcast on C-SPAN. Each was allowed two minutes to talk and to answer a few questions. The forum was held to introduce voters to the large number of candidates prior to the first Republican debate this Thursday in Cleveland Ohio.

President Obama imposes emission limits on coal fired power plants

President Obama used his executive powers to place emission controls on coal fired power plants as part of a move to curb greenhouse gas emissions that most most scientists believe is causing global warming. The new controls would not go into effect, however until after 2016, which will mean his successor will have to follow through with the plan for it to work.

Joe Biden edging closer to presidential run

Joe Biden has, according to his aides, been holding meetings with his staff to discuss a possible run for President, Those close to him are reporting that it appears that the Vice President will make a run as his team sees Democratic front-runner, Hillary Clinton as vulnerable.