Новости за 08.10.2020

Two U.S. senators have urged the State Department to sanction Turkey for purchase of the S-400 after an unconfirmed report that Turkey used the system to track a U.S. made F-16.

A Maryland man who has been using the same set of numbers to play the state lottery's Bonus Match 5 drawing for nearly two decades had his patience rewarded with a $50,000 jackpot.

Facebook announced Thursday that it removed hundreds of fake accounts linked to an organization for young conservatives.

A Tennessee boy is being honored by Guinness World Records for an unusual accomplishment: achieving nuclear fusion just hours before his 13th birthday.

HBO Max released a trailer for "A West Wing Special to Benefit When We All Vote," a reunion special of Aaron Sorkin's White House-based drama featuring most of the original cast in a staged reading of a classic episode.

The FBI said in court documents Thursday it thwarted a plot by armed militia members to kidnap Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer and force her to "stand trial."

The secretary of the Navy has announced the name of the new class of Guided Missile Frigate ships.

An employee at the University of Alabama's Bryant-Denny Stadium said she was "shocked" when a seemingly futile search for a diamond that fell from a guest's ring ended successfully after only 30 minutes.

By about age 16, teens diagnosed with depression have substantially lower educational attainment, a new British study finds.

The Air Force on Thursday announced that it has started delivering a lighter, next generation of ballistic helmets to security forces.

The Trump administration on Thursday levied new sanctions on Iran's financial sector in response to the country's terror activities and nuclear program, the Treasury Department announced.

K-pop star Taemin shared a preview of his colorful, kaleidoscope-like video for "Criminal (Minit Remix)."

"Smash" alum Katharine McPhee is expecting a baby with her husband, music producer David Foster.

Sarah Silverman said her new relationship began with online dates in the video game "Call of Duty: WWII."

Conscientious people are 31% more likely to adhere to measures intended to contain the spread of COVID-19 than those who do not have the personality trait, according to an analysis published by the journal PLOS ONE.

Broadway actor James Monroe Iglehart, known for "Aladdin" and "Hamilton," will host a virtual event Oct. 15 to announce the 2020 Tony Award nominees.

Kate Mulgrew, who portrayed Captain Kathryn Janeway on "Star Trek: Voyager," is returning to the sci-fi franchise in upcoming animated series, "Star Trek: Prodigy."

New research suggests kids that play musical instruments, regularly practicing and performing, benefit from improved attention and working memory.

Israel and Jordan Thursday signed an agreement to allow commercial flights from each country to use their airspace.

House Speaker Nancy Pelosi said Thursday she will not agree to a stand-alone measure bailing out the airline industry without a deal for a broader COVID-19 relief package.

Epix announced on Thursday that docuseries "By Whatever Means Necessary," which is inspired by the network's crime drama "Godfather of Harlem," will premiere on Nov. 8 at 10 p.m. EDT.

Shutdowns during the coronavirus pandemic may create short-term costs for global economies but they will likely lead to faster recoveries, a new report from the International Monetary Fund said Thursday.

MGM shared a poster and teaser for "The Addams Family 2," an animated sequel featuring Charlize Theron, Oscar Isaac and Bill Hader.

Assistant Commandant of the Marine Corps Gen. Gary Thomas has tested positive for COVID-19, the Marine Corps announced. He is the second four-star officer in the U.S. military to test positive this week.

Police in Germany were summoned to a woman's home when a large Chinese mitten crab wandered inside through an open door.