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Gamergate: new wrinkle in video game world's ugly spat over sexismThe famous South by Southwest festival canceled a panel discussion about harassment of women in the video game world. The decision has caused an uproar.聽
First LookPost-game prayer sidelines high school football coachAn assistant football coach for Bremerton High School in Washington state has been placed on聽administrative聽leave for defying orders not to pray in front of students.
Royals take 2-0 World Series lead after downing MetsKansas City starting pitcher Johnny Cueto threw a complete game Wednesday night as the Royals beat New York, 7-1, in Game 2.
First LookIs God real? Texas student says teacher labeled faith as 'myth'A seventh grader at West Memorial Junior High School in Katy, Texas, says a teacher told students they were wrong to classify the statement 'God is real' as fact.
Dogs now allowed in NY restaurants. What are the rules?Dogs can now legally dine with their owners at outdoor聽food service establishments across New York.聽
Muslim truck drivers refuse to deliver beer, win $240,000 lawsuitStar Transport will pay $240,000 to two Muslim employees who were fired for refusing to deliver alcohol, citing their religious beliefs.聽
World Series 2015: Royals vs. Mets in first 'Fall Classic' meetingKansas City and New York won consecutive World Series titles in the mid-1980s. Now, the Royals and Mets are back, looking to add to their lore.
Balancing LGBT rights? Mormon leader speaks at 'natural family' conferenceThe four-day World Congress of Families features 185 speakers, including a top Mormon leader,聽explaining why they say families led by a man and woman who are married are best for society.聽- Are you a real New York Mets fan? Take our quiz.
For over 50 years, New York Mets fans have had to suffer through some tough seasons. But all those losses have made their success on the field that much sweeter. Test your knowledge of Mets baseball with our quiz.
First LookOle Miss has lowered the Mississippi state flag for goodIn recent months, the state of Mississippi has received pressure to drop the Confederate battle emblem from the state flag. The school's flagship university isn't waiting for a formal change.
Why the NYPD union wants a boycott of Quentin Tarantino filmsDays after an NYPD officer was killed on duty,聽the filmmaker participated in local protest against police brutality. Are movements like Black Lives Matter inherently anti-police?
FocusIn New York, Mexico's richest immigrants lend hand to their countrymenAt a time when immigration issues are divisive, New York鈥檚 Mexican community is struggling. But wealthy Mexican immigrants are rising to be a part of the solution and, in the process, overcoming old stereotypes.
Carry a gun? Why Indiana restaurant offers 25 percent discountAfter a robbery, the owner of a Cajun restaurant in Indianapolis offered a discount to customers carrying a concealed weapon.聽- Royals top Blue Jays to head to World SeriesKansas City won 4-3 after a tense game that included a rain delay in the 8th inning.
NFL Week 7: New York Jets aim for AFC East supremacy vs. PatriotsThe New England Patriots have been mowing down their opponents so far this season, but a game against AFC East Division rival New York Jets could spell trouble for Tom Brady and Bill Belichick.
College football TV schedule Saturday: Can unbeatens keep it going?Temple and Memphis remain perfect after late week wins. What about the rest of the Top 25?
Gun culture still strong in the US, polls find. But that may be changingAlthough many Americans favor robust gun rights, an ongoing demographic shift could over time tip the balance toward greater support for gun safety legislation, some experts say.
How California could dramatically change assisted suicide debateCalifornia recently legalized doctor-assisted suicide. As the largest state in the nation, it could present challenges other states have not experienced.- Is religion vs. science a real divide among Americans? Not so much, says poll.The notion that science and religion are at odds is out of touch with how Americans see the issue, according to a聽new Pew survey.聽
Why Texas police are giving out gifts instead of ticketsInstead of giving a man a traffic ticket, two Texas聽police officers pooled money together to buy car seats聽for his three children. Such acts of charity among the police are not unusual.聽
