Philippines says it won't be embroiled in US-China sea spat

Philippines says it won't be embroiled in US-China sea spat



The Philippines says it won't get embroiled in a fresh spat between the U.S. and China involving Beijing's protest of an American warship passing near a Chinese-controlled shoal also claimed by the Philippines.

The Latest: Jordan king tells Pence US must 'rebuild trust'

The Latest: Jordan king tells Pence US must 'rebuild trust'



The Latest on Vice President Mike Pence's Middle East tour (all times local): 12:50 p.m. Jordan's King Abdullah II is appealing to U.S. Vice President Mike Pence to "rebuild trust and confidence" after the Trump administration's recent decision to designate Jerusalem as Israel's capital.

Taliban claim responsibility for deadly attack at Kabul hotel

Taliban claim responsibility for deadly attack at Kabul hotel



At least five civilians have been killed and six other people have been wounded as an attack on a hotel in Afghanistan’s capital entered its 11th hour Sunday morning.

The Latest: Turkey says troops enter Syrian Kurdish enclave

The Latest: Turkey says troops enter Syrian Kurdish enclave



The Latest on the Syrian conflict (all times local): 12:20 p.m. Turkey's state-run news agency says Turkish ground troops have entered a Kurdish-held enclave in northern Syria and are advancing with Turkish-backed Syrian opposition forces.

Pence defends Trump's shift in Israeli policies

Pence defends Trump's shift in Israeli policies



U.S. Vice President Mike Pence is defending President Donald Trump's move to declare Jerusalem the capital of Israel, a decision that has touched off uneasiness among Arab nations on his first tour of the region.

Canadian billionaire and wife may have been killed, report says, conflicting with murder-suicide theory

Canadian billionaire and wife may have been killed, report says, conflicting with murder-suicide theory



Despite previous reports that a Canadian billionaire and his wife were killed via a murder-suicide, a private investigation into the matter has found otherwise, saying that Barry and Honey Sherman were allegedly killed in a double-homicide. This, according to a report in the Toronto Star.

Gunmen attack Kabul's Intercontinental Hotel

Gunmen attack Kabul's Intercontinental Hotel



Security forces battled a group of three or four gunmen who stormed the popular western-style Intercontinental Hotel in the Afghan capital Kabul Saturday, Reuters reported.

US destroyer sails near contested reef in South China Sea angering Beijing

US destroyer sails near contested reef in South China Sea angering Beijing



A U.S. Navy warship sailed close to a contested reef west of the Philippines this week, drawing the ire of Beijing which issued a statement Saturday accusing the U.S. of trespassing in its territorial waters.

Officine Générale: Fall 2018

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Hedi Slimane Taking the Reins at Céline

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Brandi Glanville slams Gerard Butler for comments about their one-night stand

Brandi Glanville slams Gerard Butler for comments about their one-night stand



Brandi Glanville is lashing out at Gerard Butler after he slammed their one night stand on Bravo's, "Watch What Happens Live" on Wednesday.

Meghan Markle and Prince Harry woo Welsh fans at Cardiff Castle

Meghan Markle and Prince Harry woo Welsh fans at Cardiff Castle



Meghan Markle and Prince Harry’s world wind tour continues.

Fire Traps Workers in Delhi Factory, Killing at Least 17

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Trump, Syria, Women’s March: Your Weekend Briefing

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National Cheese Lover's Day celebrations sweep the internet

National Cheese Lover's Day celebrations sweep the internet



It's just too gouda to brie true.

Paul Bocuse, globe-trotting master of French cuisine, dies

Paul Bocuse, globe-trotting master of French cuisine, dies



Paul Bocuse, the master chef who defined French cuisine for nearly half a century and put it on tables around the world, a man who raised the profile of top chefs from invisible kitchen artists to international celebrities, has died at 91, French officials announced.

Burger King debuts Quarter Pound burger with commercial knocking McDonald's

Burger King debuts Quarter Pound burger with commercial knocking McDonald's



Competition has long been fierce between the two fast-food giants.

Man calls in fake bomb threat at pub to end wife's night out

Man calls in fake bomb threat at pub to end wife's night out



He was angry she was out having fun while he worked two jobs to pay bills.

Man tries to order Taco Bell from drive-thru bank teller, gets arrested for DUI

Man tries to order Taco Bell from drive-thru bank teller, gets arrested for DUI



A Florida man completely and utterly failed to "live mas."

At Davos, Pioneering Women Are Chosen to Lead Again

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Isabelle Kocher Breaks the Corporate Mold

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Nations Seek the Elusive Cure for Cyberattacks

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Government shutdown to prevent US troops overseas from watching NFL playoff games

Government shutdown to prevent US troops overseas from watching NFL playoff games



U.S. troops stationed overseas found out Saturday that the government shutdown might have an unexpected impact on them: It might block them from seeing telecasts of Sunday’s NFL conference championship games.

Nassar scandal has Michigan State president facing call to resign

Nassar scandal has Michigan State president facing call to resign



The president of Michigan State University faced a call for her resignation Saturday over the school's handling of a sexual assault scandal involving former gymnastics doctor Larry Nassar.

Graphic images show dolphin that choked on octopus in Australia

Graphic images show dolphin that choked on octopus in Australia



A dolphin was found off the coast of Australia dead after it apparently choked on a large octopus.

Learn FFmpeg the hard way

Learn FFmpeg the hard way
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Porn star is found dead in rehab; fifth adult film actress to die in three months

Porn star is found dead in rehab; fifth adult film actress to die in three months



Adult actress Olivia Lua was found dead at a California rehab facility Thursday morning, making hers the latest in a series of tragic deaths to plague the adult film industry.

Ewan McGregor reportedly files for divorce from wife after 22 years of marriage

Ewan McGregor reportedly files for divorce from wife after 22 years of marriage



Ewan McGregor has reportedly filed for divorce from Eve Mavrakis.

Singer Ed Sheeran announces engagement to girlfriend Cherry Seaborn

Singer Ed Sheeran announces engagement to girlfriend Cherry Seaborn



Singer and songwriter Ed Sheeran announced his engagement on Instagram to girlfriend Cherry Seaborn.

Rock legend Tom Petty died of accidental overdose, family members say

Rock legend Tom Petty died of accidental overdose, family members say



Rock legend Tom Petty died because of an accidental drug overdose, his family said in a Facebook post Friday evening.

Trump may dis NBC News, skip pre-Super Bowl interview

Trump may dis NBC News, skip pre-Super Bowl interview



President Trump may break tradition and skip the pre-Super Bowl interview that historically occurs between the president and the news unit of the network airing the game, according to Variety.

Fox Sports' Charissa Thompson's nude photos hacked, leaked online

Fox Sports' Charissa Thompson's nude photos hacked, leaked online



Fox Sports host Charissa Thomas' private photos were hacked and leaked online.

Ewan McGregor's daughter seemingly attacks dad's new romance in video: 'Ruining me sure made you a man

Ewan McGregor's daughter seemingly attacks dad's new romance in video: 'Ruining me sure made you a man



Ewan McGregor's 15-year-old daughter has slammed the Hollywood star in a song she wrote and posted online.

Sports Illustrated Swimsuit names plus-size model Hunter McGrady as 2018 Rookie

Sports Illustrated Swimsuit names plus-size model Hunter McGrady as 2018 Rookie



Hunter McGrady is getting ready for her close-up.

Kim Kardashian poses naked following the birth of her daughter

Kim Kardashian poses naked following the birth of her daughter



Kim Kardashian celebrated the birth of her daughter by wearing her birthday suit.

Ruby Rose in wheelchair after spine surgery

Ruby Rose in wheelchair after spine surgery



Ruby Rose assured fans that she will be “fine” after sharing a new photo of herself in a wheelchair post spinal surgery.

In Tel Aviv, a Futuristic Hotel With a Past

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Homes that Sold for Around $1 Million

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After a Wild Week for Trump, ‘S.N.L.’ Asks, ‘What Even Matters Anymore?’

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National forecast for Friday, January 19

National forecast for Friday, January 19



Janice Dean has your FoxCast.

Afghan Forces Retake Control of Kabul Hotel; 4 Gunmen Killed

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North Korean Pop Singer Leads Pre-Olympic Delegation to South

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7 myths about eyelash extensions

7 myths about eyelash extensions



They require some upkeep, but you'll never feel more glam.

'Forest skating' is the coolest new winter workout

'Forest skating' is the coolest new winter workout



It doesn't cost a dime more than a pair of skates, and sense of adventure.

Woman sued by salon after posting photos of painful reaction to eyebrow tattoos

Woman sued by salon after posting photos of painful reaction to eyebrow tattoos



They claim she didn't contact them for over two weeks and they can't be responsible.

YouTube bans Tide Pod challenge videos

YouTube bans Tide Pod challenge videos



"What the heck is going on, people? Use Tide Pods for washing. Not eating."

'Crazy cat lady' shares hilarious 'birth' announcement that goes viral

'Crazy cat lady' shares hilarious 'birth' announcement that goes viral



Her quirky photoshoot has been shared over 77,000 times.

How to avoid the flu on airplanes

How to avoid the flu on airplanes



This year's flu season has been especially devastating.

Royal wedding estimated to bring $680 million to U.K.

Royal wedding estimated to bring $680 million to U.K.



Here comes the bride - and the tourism boost.

20 handy things you didn't know Google Photos can do

20 handy things you didn't know Google Photos can do



Most people think of Google Photos like a dusty old album on the shelf. Every once in a while, you flip through those old snapshots with a friend. Remember that trip to the beach? That was so nice.

British Airways pilot removed from plane amid fears he was drunk

British Airways pilot removed from plane amid fears he was drunk



Passengers on a British Airways flight left in shock after their pilot was removed from the cockpit amid fears he was drunk.