A stark, unsentimental look at Detroit's rapid slide

The bare truth of Detroit's deterioration is captured by perhaps the most unsentimental chronicler you can imagine: the Google Street View car.That's the discovery of GooBing Detroit, a blog on Tumblr that began

The best ways to invest $5,000

You've padded your emergency fund, paid off your debt and saved up a few thousand dollars -- $5,000 to be exact -- that you're ready to invest. But is it best to put it in a mutual fund, certificate of deposit, index

NYC building explosion leaves 3 dead, 60 injured

A massive explosion followed by a fire at a pair of apartment buildings in upper Manhattan on Wednesday has left three people dead and at least 60 injured, officials say.

Meet the Lykoi Cat, a New Breed That's Scary Cute. Like Werewolf Scary

Feline-phobes beware. If you are the type who avoids crossing paths with a black cat or suspects your kitty is just waiting for you to die so it can tuck into an oversized buffet meal of your body, there's a new breed that may give you nightmares. The Lykoi cat, with its patchy gray fur and huge golden eyes has the distinct appearance of being a tiny werewolf, and its name derives from the word "lukos" which is Greek for "wolf." "The show-quality cats have that classic scary movie look," breeder Johnny Gobble, who is also a veterinarian, tells Yahoo Shine. "Like a human who is partially being covered by hair."
More on Yahoo: Cat Gives Owner Bubonic Plague

Chick-fil-A to use chicken without antibiotics

NEW YORK (AP) -- Chick-fil-A said Tuesday it plans to serve only chicken raised without antibiotics within the next five years.

The Atlanta-based chain said it's working with suppliers to build up an adequate supply for its nearly 1,800 restaurants. It is asking suppliers to work with the U.S. Department of Agriculture to verify that no antibiotics are administered on the chickens at any point.

The use of antibiotics to fatten up farm animals and prevent disease has become a growing concern in recent years. The Food and Drug Administration has warned to decrease antibiotics in meat because the practice could lead to the growth of antibiotic-resistant germs.

Cancer rates will surge 57 percent in next 20 years, report says

Smoking remains major risk factor, but better diets and more exercise will help

A new report from the World Health Organization warns that cancer rates around the world will experience a 57 percent surge over the next 20 years.
That would mean cancer diagnoses would rise from an estimated annual total of 14 million to 22 million.

Jennifer Hudson and Alicia Keys On How ‘The Inevitable Defeat of Mister & Pete’ Became Michele Obama’s ‘Guiding Post’

That Mrs. Obama wanted to show influential educators the film is what surprised Keys the most.When I first was looking at this piece and what it meant to me, I didn’t really look at it in that way. But to actually look at

Why this millennial quit his 6-figure job and gave away most of his possessions

Joshua Fields Millburn, who at age 27 became the youngest director of operations at a large telecom company in the Midwest, had been asked to craft a plan to close eight retail stores and terminate 41

Grammy Awards 2014 Red Carpet Arrivals

                                                 Lambert's Grammys look her best ever?
Stars arrive at the 56th Annual Grammy Awards at Staples Center in Los Angeles on January 26, 2014. Tune in to music.usaallfun.blogspot.com for complete coverage of the Grammys and join the usaallfun Music

Donald Trump Jr. and Wife Expecting Baby No. 5!

Donald Trump is getting ready to welcome another grandchild!
The mogul's 36-year-old son, Donald Trump Jr., has revealed that his wife of eight years, Vanessa, is pregnant with their fifth child. Their brood already includes Kai Madison, 6; Donald John III, 4; Tristan

Make Over Your Metabolism

 More than 60 percent of Americans blame a sluggish metabolism for excess pounds, according to a recent Calorie Control Council survey. It's not just a flimsy excuse; resting metabolic rate (RMR), or the number of calories you burn at rest, slows with age, hormonal changes, and weight gain, and genetics also plays an important role. But don't despair. We identified six simple strategies that can stoke your calorie-burning fire. Give them a try and end the metabolic blame game once and for all.

6 Reasons You're Not Losing Weight

A Life is More than Just Making a Living

I’m going to share with you one of my favorite quotes of all time.
“Don’t ask what the world needs. Ask what makes you come alive, and go do it. Because what the world needs is people who have come alive.” ~ Howard Thurman (Click To Tweet!)

The art of winter dating

Dating is different when the days get shorter – here’s why
Long, cosy nights. Short, bracing days. Log fires, country walks and Christmas parties.
Yes, the first icy blasts of winter are already being felt, and on the surface it sounds like a great season for

Kelly Brook introduces boyfriend to pals

Kelly Brook introduced her new boyfriend to pals including Ellie Goulding last night.
The 34-year-old star has been inseparable from her new beau David McIntosh - who appeared as Tornado on the 2008 revival of UK TV game show 'Gladiators' - in recent weeks and it appears she has taken the

Top Female Soccer Players

Hanna Ljungberg..Sweden

Hanna Carolina Ljungberg (born January 8, 1979 in Umeå, Västerbotten) is a Swedish former football player, who played the position of forward. She played for the club side Umeå IK and for the Swedish

Emma Watson's Globes Surprise: Here Come the Hidden Pants!

Backless dresses. Been there, done that. But Emma Watson took it one step further and wore a dress with no back at all. Nothing. Nada. Zilch.

Good thing the Golden Globes presenter accessorized her daring red Dior gown with black pants and navy

Happy Waitress Even Happier After Receiving Astounding Tip

The happiest server at Cracker Barrel in Lincoln, Nebraska, walked away from work with even more to smile about after receiving a life-changing tip last week.
According to the Lincoln Journal Star, a man stopped in with a friend for lunch at the restaurant on Thursday

Night fire destroys ancient Tibetan town in China

BEIJING (AP) — A fire that raged for nearly 10 hours Saturday razed an ancient Tibetan town in southwest China that's popular with tourists, burning down hundreds of buildings as fire engines were unable to get onto the narrow streets, state media and witnesses said.

The Biggest Mistakes You're Making with Your Dishwasher

When it comes to convenience, dishwashers can't be beat, but it's all for naught if you're not using it right. Use these tips to get the most out of your machine and say goodbye to stuck-on messes for good.

1. Overloading.
If you try to pile in too many dishes, you'll end up having to do twice the work. If dishes are blocked and water can't reach them, then they won't get clean.

2. Arranging dishes incorrectly.
You'll want to be strategic when loading the dishwasher. Put the most heavily soiled items in the center of the bottom rack facing the spray arm. And make sure nothing big is blocking the detergent dispenser; it could impact how it opens and keep dishwasher detergent from being dispensed properly.

Spain's Running Of The Bulls Looks Incredibly Dangerous

The first day of the running of the bulls at the annual San Fermin festival in the Spanish city of Pamplona was held on Sunday, July 7.