Sculpted Head of Mystery Biblical King Found in Israel
An enigmatic sculpture of a king’s head dating back nearly 3,000 years has set off a modern-day mystery caper as scholars try to figure out whose face it depicts. The
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Prosecutor: Bourdain Hanged Himself with Bathrobe Belt
The prosecutor of Colmar in France’s Alsace region says that writer and celebrity chef Anthony Bourdain hanged himself in the bathroom of his French hotel room. Prosecutor Christian de Rocquigny
Read MoreChristians Want Equal Rights in Morocco
Christian convert Loubna and her husband, Kamal, marry in a small ceremony in a meeting room of a human rights group in the Moroccan capital, ignoring threats from people in
Read MoreJustify a 4/5 Favorite to Win Belmont, Complete Triple Crown
Unbeaten Justify was a 4/5 odds-on favorite Friday to win the Belmont Stakes in New York, but far from a shoo-in to complete American horse racing’s Triple Crown on Saturday.
Read MoreTop 5 Songs for Week Ending June 9
We’re in action with the five most popular songs in the Billboard Hot 100 Pop Singles chart, for the week ending June 9, 2018. Chart-watchers should like this week’s lineup:
Read MoreSomali-American Tops Dubai Competition
A Minnesota teenager is the first American to win the prestigious Dubai International Quran Recitation Contest. For VOA, Maxamuud Mascadde has the story from Minneapolis. …
Read MoreAn All-Female Gang, an Impossible Heist in Ocean’s 8
A star-studded all-female cast beefs up the new heist film “Ocean’s 8,” by filmmaker Gary Ross. The new release marks a departure from the all-male gang of tuxedo-clad cons both
Read MoreTrump Hosts Iftar Dinner in Switch from Anti-Muslim Rhetoric
President Trump hosted a dinner at the White House this week marking the end of the daily fast during Ramadan, the first since he took office in 2017. The guest
Read MoreColorado Muslims Build a Mosque Inside a Community Center to Attract Their Children
Prayer is an especially important part of Ramadan observances this month, and for Muslims in Aurora, Colorado, that happens at the Daral Tawheed mosque. The mosque is not just a
Read MoreLast Munchkin Dies at 98
The last Munchkin has died. Actor Jerry Maren was the last survivor of the group of little people known as Munchkins who greeted Judy Garland’s Dorothy when she landed in
Read MoreCurrent Miss America: Scholarships Don’t Rely on Swimsuits
In the nine months that Cara Mund has been Miss America, not once has she ever had to don a swimsuit as part of her duties. The reigning Miss America
Read MoreSenators Probe Culture of Hidden Abuse in US Sports
U.S. senators on Tuesday questioned the former president of Michigan State University and several former USA Gymnastics officials to determine what could be done in the future to prevent sexual
Read MoreSecurity Breach at MyHeritage Website Leaks Details of 92 Million Users
A security breach at family networking and genealogy website MyHeritage leaked the data of over 92 million users, the company said in a blog posted on Monday. The breach took
Read MoreIndian Himalayan Town’s Water Woes a Wake up Call
As the vast Indian plains sizzle during the summer months, the picturesque hill resort of Shimla turns into a tourist haven. But after the Himalayan town’s water supplies virtually ran
Read MoreHarvey Weinstein Pleads Not Guilty to Rape, Sex Charges
Harvey Weinstein pleaded not guilty Tuesday to rape and criminal sex act charges in New York. Weinstein quietly answered a series of yes and no questions from the judge asking
Read MoreTrump Disinvites Super Bowl Champs to White House
Less than 24 hours before he was to host the National Football League’s Philadelphia Eagles at the White House, U.S. President Donald Trump disinvited the Super Bowl champions. “The Philadelphia
Read MoreDemi Lovato Sorry About Sexual Prank on Bodyguard
Demi Lovato’s best-known songs include “Sorry Not Sorry.” But when it comes to sharing details of a sexual joke on her bodyguard, she is sorry — mostly. The pop singer
Read More‘Beyond Disappointed’: Injured Serena Withdraws From French Open
Serena Williams announced her shock withdrawal from the French Open with injury on Monday just minutes before her scheduled fourth-round clash against long-time bitter rival and fellow Grand Slam icon
Read MoreAmerican Ballet: What’s It’s Like to Perform on a US Stage
The U.S. attracts the best and the brightest talents from around the world. For many, the path to success is easy and quick, for others – long and challenging. For
Read MoreProfessional Cuddling: A New Occupation
A new occupation has emerged in the United States: professional cuddler. While to some the idea might sound strange, scientists from the Miami Touch Research Institute say they are not
Read MoreClassical Music from Concert Halls Hits Downtown Streets
Trucks can be used for so much more than transporting goods from one place to another. They can be transformed into restaurants, mobile health clinics … even a concert hall.
Read MoreConcert Truck Brings Classical Music from Concert Halls to Downtown Streets
Classical music is often thought of as an elite art, usually performed in concert halls to a dedicated, dressed up audience. But two young pianists are working hard to make
Read MorePeople of Different Faiths Unite for Muslim Ramadan Meal
For Muslims, the month of Ramadan is a time for self-reflection and prayer — and fasting from sunrise to sunset. After sunset, families and friends enjoy a meal called Iftar.
Read MoreLawsuit Makes New Rape Allegation Against Harvey Weinstein
Harvey Weinstein was facing a new rape allegation on Friday, including claims that a woman captured video of Weinstein assaulting her, as part of a lawsuit alleging that he had
Read MoreTop 5 Songs for Week Ending June 2
We’re on the job with the five most popular songs in the Billboard Hot 100 Pop Singles chart, for the week ending June 2, 2018. The Top Five takes a
Read MoreFormer Refugee Opens Lao Restaurant in Washington
From Italian to Chinese and Afghan to Ethiopian, there are many diverse ethnic restaurants in Washington. Yet, opening a new one with an unfamiliar cuisine can be risky. Seng Luangrath,
Read MorePhotography Frames Cancer in a Different Light for Young Patients
Cancer is not just an illness of the body, it also takes a toll on a patient’s emotional well-being. To fight feelings of isolation and depression, an organization called the
Read MoreOutcry Prompts Developers to Cancel School Shooting Video Game
After strong criticism from students who survived the February shooting at Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School and their parents, a video game called “Active Shooter” will not be released on
Read MoreTom Cruise Tweets as Production Starts on ‘Top Gun’ Sequel
Tom Cruise is back on the flight line for a sequel to the 1986 film “Top Gun.” The actor on Thursday tweeted a photo of himself as Navy pilot Pete
Read MoreTrump Renews Call for ABC Apology
U.S. President Donald Trump again asked the ABC TV network Thursday for an apology for reasons that were not entirely clear. The request came a day after the network canceled
Read MoreNew Delhi Peace House Fosters Tolerance, Peaceful Coexistence
In an attempt to bridge the gap of understanding between different Indian communities, a house in the Indian capital of New Delhi is trying to foster the message of tolerance
Read MoreFilm Producer Weinstein Indicted on Rape Charges
Film producer Harvey Weinstein was indicted Wednesday on first- and third-degree rape and criminal sex act charges, furthering the first criminal case to arise from a slate of sexual misconduct
Read MoreKim Kardashian West Headed to White House to Talk Pardon
Reality TV star Kim Kardashian West is heading to the White House on Wednesday to make a star-powered case for prison reform and advocate on behalf of a great-grandmother serving
Read MoreJudge Denies Meek Mill Request for Other Judge’s Removal
A judge in Philadelphia has denied Meek Mill’s request for the removal of another judge from the rapper’s case. President Judge Leon Tucker told Mill in a Wednesday hearing
Read MoreWeinstein’s Lawyer Concerned About Publicity, ‘Pressure’ on Prosecutors
The lawyer defending movie mogul Harvey Weinstein against rape charges said Tuesday he was concerned that publicity surrounding the case and “inappropriate pressure” on prosecutors could be unfair to his
Read MoreABC Cancels ‘Roseanne’ Following Star’s Racist Tweet
The American Broadcasting Co. canceled Rosanne Barr’s new television show Tuesday after she posted racist remarks about Valerie Jarrett, an African-American who served as a White House adviser to President
Read MoreFirst-Year Hockey Team Beats Odds for Stanley Cup Final Berth
The Vegas Golden Knights, the newest team in the National Hockey League, started their season last October as Las Vegas was recovering from the worst mass shooting in modern U.S.
Read MorePolish Musician Makes Electric Guitars from Tongue Depressors
A man in Poland turned medical equipment into a musical instrument. Wooden tongue depressors used by doctors to examine mouths and throats are popular for making artwork. But an amateur
Read MoreThe Golden Knights of Las Vegas Have Won Game 1 of the Stanley Cup Finals
The newest team in the National Hockey League — the Golden Knights — is competing for the Stanley Cup, the top award in professional hockey. A best-of-seven series against the
Read MoreRussian Art Gallery to Review Alcohol Sales After Attack on Masterpiece
One of Russia’s leading art galleries announced on Monday it would try to stop the sale of alcohol on its premises after a man attacked a masterpiece with a metal
Read MoreElton John Says Ireland Abortion Vote Shows Mindsets Can Change
Elton John, on a visit to Ukraine to raise awareness about AIDS, said Ireland’s vote to liberalize its abortion laws showed how mindsets can change. The 71-year-old singer has traveled
Read MoreReality Behind Horror: Exorcism as a World Practice
In 1973, William Friedkin made one of the most iconic horror movies of all time – The Exorcist. Forty-five years later, he brings us the story of real exorcisms. Azra
Read MoreNew York Clothing Store Sells Gender Neutral Lifestyle
New shops appear in New York City every day, but Phluid Project, which recently opened its doors on Broadway, is different. One of the first gender-fluid boutiques in the world,
Read MoreSenegal’s Biennale Art Expo Opens Opportunities for Local Artisans
Since its first edition in 1990, the Dak’Art Biennale in Senegal has become a key event in the world of African contemporary art. This year, the main international expo features
Read MoreThousands of Flags Honor the Fallen at Arlington National Cemetery
Thousands of flags wave proudly this weekend at tombstones in Arlington National Cemetery in Virginia, just outside Washington. For more than 60 years, the army’s ceremonial unit, known as the
Read MoreThe Origins of the US Flag
To many Americans the Star-Spangled Banner, also known as Old Glory, is almost a religious icon. That hasn’t always been the case. Back in the late 1700s, during the American
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