Crude oil prices were lower early Monday amid ongoing concern that the market remains oversupplied, while the demand outlook may weaken due to lower consumption in China, the world's biggest crude oil importer. West Texas Intermediate front-month crude prices were down 1 percent as of 08:00 a.m. EST to $44.95 per barrel while Brent crude futures declined 0.9 percent to $53.30 per barrel. "It looks as though Brent calendar spreads indicate a slightly oversupplied market for 2019. China … [Read more...]
Marine killed in D.C. barracks on New Year’s Day
A U.S. Marine died Tuesday when he was shot inside the Marine Barracks Washington, D.C., but officials are not expecting foul play at this time. The Marine, whose name has not been released, was on duty at the military facility in southeastern Washington, the Washington Post reported. Authorities said they are at the beginning of the investigation but it appeared that incident may have been the result of an accidental discharge from another Marine's weapon. Alaina Gertz, the public affairs … [Read more...]
Mindfulness can help ease stress, anxiety, depression
Being in tune with the present moment -- called mindfulness -- can relieve stress and make you an actor rather than a reactor, a wellness expert says. Focusing on what's happening right now allows people to notice things they might otherwise miss, said Dr. Timothy Riley. He is an assistant professor in the family and community medicine department at Penn State Health. That might sound simple enough. But being engaged in the present moment, on purpose and non-judgmentally, can be a … [Read more...]
Border patrol agents fire tear gas at group of migrants
American border agents fired tear gas canisters across the U.S.-Mexican border on Tuesday in an effort to drive back a group of approximately 150 migrants. According to a statement issued by the Customs and Border Protection agency, the migrants attempted to cross into the United States by climbing over and crawling under a small fence along the border between San Diego and Tijuana, Mexico. A larger group initially approached the border, but at least a third turned back when they saw the … [Read more...]
Kobe Bryant, wife Vanessa expecting fourth daughter
Retired NBA player Kobe Bryant is going to be a dad of four. The 40-year-old former Los Angeles Lakers star announced in an Instagram post Tuesday on New Year's Day that he's having another "mambacita," or daughter, with wife Vanessa Bryant. Bryant shared a message reading, "New year, new baby! Baby mamba on the way 2019." The post features a festive gold glitter background. "Vanessa and I are beyond excited to announce that we are expecting another #mamabacita to go along with Natalia, … [Read more...]
Marijuana use doesn’t increase conduct problems in teens
Teens with behavioral problems are more likely than others to use marijuana -- but the drug itself doesn't increase conduct problems, a new study indicates. The findings suggest that a "cascading chain of events" predict marijuana use problems as teens become young adults, according to the University of Pennsylvania researchers. "Cannabis use in and of itself does not appear to lead to conduct problems or increasing attraction to peers who use cannabis," said study co-author Dan Romer, a … [Read more...]
Women reluctant to take preventive breast cancer drug
Many British women won't take a drug that could prevent the development breast cancer over side effects concerns, a study says. Researchers from the University of Leeds in the UKpublished the findings Monday in the journal Clinical Breast Cancer. "Women in our study were rightfully considering the potential harms and benefits of using preventive therapy," Samuel Smith, a researcher at the University of Leeds and lead author of the study, said in a press release. "But some beliefs about the … [Read more...]
Kareem Hunt ’embarrassed’ by video of attack on woman
Former Kansas City Chiefs running back Kareem Hunt said he's sorry and embarrassed by his actions after being shown on tape shoving and kicking a woman. Hunt spoke to ESPN's Lisa Salters on Sunday morning in his first public comments since being released by the Chiefs. "I just want to let the world know how sorry I am for my actions. It's been a tough time for me and I'm extremely embarrassed because of that video," Hunt said. "I'm definitely not that kind of person. My mother raised me … [Read more...]
Grammy Awards nominations announcement delayed to Dec. 7
The Recording Academy announced on Twitter Monday that the 61st Grammy Awards nominations will be announced on Dec. 7 instead of Dec. 5 as originally planned. "Due to the scheduled memorial services for former President George H.W. Bush, the 61st Grammy Awards nominations will now be announced on Friday, Dec. 7 at 8:30am ET," the Recording Academy said. The 61st Grammy Awards are set to take place on Feb. 10 at the Staples Center on Los Angeles. The event will be broadcast on CBS. The … [Read more...]
Michelle Yeoh to reunite with Henry Golding in new comedy
Michelle Yeoh will reunite with Henry Golding in an upcoming comedy film. Variety confirmed the 56-year-old Malaysian actress will join Golding, her Crazy Rich Asians co-star, in Paul Feig's holiday movie Last Christmas. Last Christmas also features Game of Thrones star Emilia Clarke. Emma Thompson and Bryony Kimmings penned the script, with Feig to serve as director and producer. Golding celebrated Yeoh's casting by sharing a photo with the actress Thursday on Twitter. "So, hold … [Read more...]
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