Twitter Rundown for Thursday, February 14, 2013
Why Aren’t Chicago’s Tough Gun Laws Working?
The mounting homicide toll in President Obama’s hometown is giving ammunition to both sides in the nation’s debate about gun rights and safety.
Paralympic Superstar Charged With Murder
Olympic runner Oscar Pistorius was charged today with the murder of his girlfriend, who was shot early this morning inside his home in South Africa.
After A Death, Changes For The X-Games?
Following the death of snowmobiler Caleb Moore, ESPN says it will “adopt any appropriate changes to future X Games.”
Financial Intimacy: How To Mix Love And Money
Studies show money is the most common reason that married couples fight. How can they deal with finances in a way that will enhance, rather than destroy, their relationships?
Superlative Supplements For Valentines Day (And Any Day)
Tired of using the same old adjectives “amazing” and “awesome?” Author Arthur Plotnik has complied an entire book of alternatives, including saucy, shibby and slammin’.
President Obama delivers the commencement address this weekend at Morehouse College, the all-male historically black college. The school’s president discusses recent controversies and challenges.
1 Comment | more »
Failures in mental health care mean that often the only way to get help for a loved one is to call the police. We speak with a journalist about the tragic consequences for her family.
17 Comments | more »