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7 Of The Most Eyebrow-Raising Campaign Ads From Across The Country

Some down-ballot candidates are really embracing the nontraditional feel of this election year, especially when it comes to their advertisements.

Karen Handel, in a congressional seat runoff, pictured when she was a vice president at the Susan G. Komen for the Cure foundation. She landed in controversy there about Planned Parenthood funding.

Ga. Republican, At Center Of Planned Parenthood Controversy, Back In Spotlight

Karen Handel kept her distance from Trump in the Georgia special election, but her efforts to strip Planned Parenthood of its funding from the Susan G. Komen foundation could keep liberals fired up.

The 7th Annual Eddies Music Awards – April 27 at Proctors

Join us for the 7th Annual Capital Region Thomas Edison Music Awards—also known as The Eddies—on Sunday, April 27 at Proctors in Schenectady. This high-energy event celebrates the best in the local music scene with over 190 finalists in more than 30 categories. From live performances by top Local 518 artists to community recognition of talent across genres and roles, the Eddies shine a spotlight on the people who power the Capital Region’s sound. Explore nominees, performers, and event details at TheEddiesAwards.com.

This image, provided by the Belgian Federal Police in Brussels, shows Najim Laachraoui (left), Ibrahim el Bakraoui (center) and a wanted suspect (right) whose whereabouts are currently unknown.

Belgian Authorities Identify Third Suspected Bomber In Brussels Attacks

The man on the left in a widely circulated surveillance image is 24-year-old Najim Laachraoui, according to the Belgian federal prosecutor's office.

Is There Hope For The American Dream? What Americans Think About Income Inequality

A new survey of Americans across all income brackets captures some surprising views about their economic experience and expectations of success.

Egyptians Prepare For Historic Presidential Vote

More than a year after its revolution, Egypt votes for a new president on Wednesday and Thursday. The race is wide open and none of the 12 candidates is expected to get an outright majority. If those forecasts prove true, a runoff will take place next month between the two top vote-getters.

U.S. teammates, Simone Biles, who won the gold, and Aly Raisman, who won the silver, celebrate after final results for floor routine on Tuesday in Rio. It ws the fourth gold medal for Biles.

Biles Wins Gold, Raisman Silver, In A Duel For Their Last Medals In Rio: Live Blog

Americans Simone Biles and Aly Raisman are the first U.S. gymnasts in history to win gold and silver in the women's floor exercise at Rio's Summer Olympics.

A yellowish brown photograph of Sgt. Hiram White. Sgt. White is wearing a buttoned-up jacket and a kepi in the portrait. He is leaning to his right and his kepi is on the left side of his head. His name is inscribed below the photograph on the same page.

Family Heirloom, National Treasure: Rare Photos Show Black Civil War Soldiers

Capt. William Prickitt commanded a company of black soldiers during the Civil War. When he took ill, they saved him. A photo album that he carried the rest of his life has preserved their identities.

Zimbabwe's President Robert Mugabe, who turns 93 on Tuesday, speaks at his party's annual conference in December, where he was endorsed as a candidate for the 2018 election. His wife said last week that even if he dies before the election, he should run "as a corpse."

Nearing 93, Robert Mugabe Shows No Sign Of Stepping Down

The world's oldest leader, Zimbabwe's Robert Mugabe, turns 93 Tuesday. He has no intention of retiring and his wife has said even if he dies before next year's election, he should run "as a corpse."

Watch Drive-By Truckers, The Record Company, Hurray For The Riff Raff Perform Live

Patterson Hood and the Truckers are the cherry on top of the 2017 XPoNential Music Festival.

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