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Khizr Khan, a Muslim and father of a fallen American soldier, criticized Donald Trump at the Democratic National Convention. Trump responded by criticizing Khan's wife's silence.

The Huffington Post's Ryan Grim, Politico's Susan Glasser, NPR's Mike Oreskes and David Brody of the Christian Broadcasting Network talk about accusations of media bias and how media cover politics.

None of the six officers facing charges in Freddie Gray's death were convicted. Law professor David Jaros talks about what happened and why police officer convictions are uncommon.

Hillary Clinton and Tim Kaine are campaigning in Pennsylvania and Ohio, talking about the economy. But Donald Trump and the Khan family have dominated the media over the weekend.

While in Philadelphia for the DNC, Michel Martin visited a South Philly institution to taste a Philly classic: water ice (also called Italian ice). John's Water Ice has been open since 1945.

A federal appeals court struck down North Carolina's voter ID law. Law professor Rick Hasen explains why and what impact it will have.

TORONTO — The Toronto Blue Jays lost shortstop Troy Tulowitzki to a broken right thumb, then lost their grip on first place in the AL East. Tulowitzki hit a solo home run in the fourth inning, was hit by a pitch from Baltimore’s Chris Tillman in the sixth and left in the eighth. Toronto wound

Historic, low-lying Ellicott City, Maryland, was ravaged by floodwaters Saturday night, killing two people and causing devastating damage to homes and businesses, officials said.

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In many ways, 2016 has been the year of bonds, at least so far: Global aggregate bond markets have outperformed global equity markets year to date. That leaves many investors wondering if bonds still offer value, given their low yields.

Though investors may need to get used to lower returns on bonds, this does not mean they should give up on them; we believe there are still many bond market sectors and securities offering attractive return potential as well as diversification benefits. Читать дальше...

The committees include those for arbitration, discipline, ethics, licensing, referees, anti-doping, health and foreign relations.

South Africa’s Big Five Marathon lets thrill seekers loose in a game reserve populated by lions, hippos, elephants and wildebeest.

You could just eat them ALL, tbh.

Faith Molineux was almost decapitated in the freak accident

“He is a black soul, and he is totally unfit for the leadership of this country,” Khizr Khan said of Donald Trump.

Cuban infielder Yuliesky Gurriel has received his work visa and is playing in the minors in Houston's system.

Cuban infielder Yuliesky Gurriel has received his work visa and is playing in the minors in Houston's system.

TULSA, Okla. (AP) -- Jordan Tarsovich homered and singled, scoring two runs as the Tulsa Drillers topped the Arkansas Travelers 4-3 on Sunday.

TULSA, Okla. (AP) -- Jordan Tarsovich homered and singled, scoring two runs as the Tulsa Drillers topped the Arkansas Travelers 4-3 on Sunday.

ATLANTA — Jeff Francoeur has enjoyed his second stint with the Braves, even though they have the major leagues’ worst record. The Atlanta native doesn’t know if he will be with Atlanta after Monday’s trade deadline, so he’s savoring every moment with his hometown team. “I think that’s what they signed me to do, and

The Arizona Republican won't support Clinton, but Trump's scorched-earth campaign is hard to love for many in the GOP.

Weather Underground midday recap for Sunday, July 31, 2016

Weather Underground midday recap for Sunday, July 31, 2016

Weather Underground midday recap for Sunday, July 31, 2016

LEXINGTON, Ohio — Simon Pagenaud didn’t take the lead for good until the 85th of 90 laps when Conor Daly pitted for fuel, The Frenchman really won the race Sunday on a restart on Lap 66. Pagenaud outraced Team Penske teammate Will Power to move ahead of him for good, and ended up beating the

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US-backed forces have now seized control of almost 70 percent of Manbij in northern Syria from Islamic State after making rapid advances over the past two days, a spokesman said on Sunday.

Syria Democratic Forces (SDF) have pushed back the ultra hardline Sunni militants into the old quarter after seizing most of the western, eastern and southern sectors of the city, Sharfan Darwish of the SDF-allied Manbij military council told Reuters in Beirut by telephone.