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New Jersey Transit announces $150 train fare for World Cup

New Jersey Transit announces $150 train fare for World Cup

New Jersey Transit announces $150 train fare for World Cup

From the Archives: Andre the Giant, Rocky Johnson take over Spectrum in 1983

In 1983, Andre the Giant teamed up with Rocky Johnson - the father of Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson - for a memorable takeover of the Spectrum.
South Korea’s AI shamans foretell new take on old tradition

South Korea’s AI shamans foretell new take on old tradition

The sound of tinkling bells drifts through an alley in central Seoul, an unmistakable sign that a shaman is near – although in this case the mystic is a robot powered by artificial intelligence. Many South Koreans still place great value in shamanic traditions, which purport to divine a person’s future based on the day and time they were born. Practitioners, known as mudang, wear long, colourful robes and perform dances and chants to commune with the gods – sometimes even walking on sharp blades...
Prosecutors investigating new reports of alleged abuse after pre-K aide's arrest

Prosecutors investigating new reports of alleged abuse after pre-K aide's arrest

Earlier this month, Stebbins was arrested and charged with abusing four children in his Somers Point home for more than 10 years.
Man sentenced to 20-40 years for killing Philadelphia security guard

Man sentenced to 20-40 years for killing Philadelphia security guard

A Delaware man who shot and killed a North Philadelphia security guard has been sentenced to decades in prison.
91-year-old woman found safe after alert triggers police welfare check: ‘She’s playing video games in her bedroom’

91-year-old woman found safe after alert triggers police welfare check: ‘She’s playing video games in her bedroom’

An elderly woman from Westlake, Ohio, gave officers a ‘good laugh’ when they went to her home to check in on her
Robot faceplants during humanoid marathon prep

Robot faceplants during humanoid marathon prep

Robot faceplants during humanoid marathon prep
Donald Trump predicts meeting with Xi Jinping will be ‘special’ ahead of China visit

Donald Trump predicts meeting with Xi Jinping will be ‘special’ ahead of China visit

US President Donald Trump said on Friday night he was looking forward to his meeting with his Chinese counterpart Xi Jinping next month and predicted it would be “special”. Hours after Iran declared the Strait of Hormuz had reopened, Trump posted on social media: “China’s President Xi is very happy that Strait of Hormuz is open and/or rapidly opening; I look forward to meeting Xi. “Our meeting ‌in China will ‌be a special ⁠one and, potentially, Historic. I ⁠look forward to being with President...

Trump says US blockade of Iranian ports will 'remain' if no deal reached

President Donald Trump said late Friday he planned to maintain a US blockade of Iranian ports if a peace deal with Tehran is not reached, adding that he may not extend the ceasefire after its expiration.
Faulty devices, low battery: some taxi drivers cook up excuses to avoid e-payments

Faulty devices, low battery: some taxi drivers cook up excuses to avoid e-payments

Some passengers have been unable to use any mandatory e-payment options on Hong Kong taxis, as cabbies cited faulty machines or battery problems, reasons that customers have deemed as excuses as the “cash is king” mentality persisted. Experts said this week that many taxi drivers still held a deep-seated fear of having a traceable income record, which could lead to taxation or the loss of eligibility for public housing. Lawmaker Mark Chong Ho-fung told the South China Morning Post that many...

When 4/20 Lands on a Monday, You Have to Watch Gregg Araki’s ‘Smiley Face’ — OR ELSE!

Anna Faris leads an endlessly surprising cast in one of the greatest stoner movies ever made.
Nat Geo and Disney celebrate Earth Month with 'Hoppers' star Piper Curda

Nat Geo and Disney celebrate Earth Month with 'Hoppers' star Piper Curda

Experience this pop-up for yourself! National Geographic and Disney are teaming up with "Hoppers" star Piper Curda to encourage guests to "Step into Wonder" this Earth Month.