Polly Mosendz
Reporter
Polly Mosendz is a breaking news reporter for Newsweek. She was previously a staff writer for The Wire and associate editor for The Atlantic. Her reporting on the Islamic State has been recognized by a variety of organizations, including the Middle East Institute. Her writing has appeared in The New York Observer, The Commercial Observer, Cosmopolitan, Business Insider, Yahoo News and a variety of other publications. Born in Kiev, Ukraine, she is fluent in both Ukrainian and Russian. Mosendz attended the New School University where she studied media writing and American history. She lives in Greenwich Village with many books.
Missy Elliott Returns in 'WTF (Where They From)' Video
Elliott, 44, is beloved by those who remember her numerous 1990s hits.
Billionaire Spends Record $48.5 Million on Blue Moon Diamond for 7-Year-Old Daughter
Hong Kong real-estate tycoon Joseph Lau also bout his little girl a 16.08 carat pink diamond.
Why Ukrainians Hate When You Say 'The Ukraine'
Politicians have an annoying habit of adding "the" before Ukraine.
Gay Dating App Erects Billboard Across From GOP Debate
Creators of dating app Hornet say their billboard is meant to draw attention to the lack of discussion surrounding gay rights at the debates.
Republicans Slam Hillary Clinton in Fox Business GOP Debate
In the Republican 'undercard' debate, Chris Christie used every question as an opportunity to go after Hillary Clinton.
Chart: Democratic vs. GOP Debate Topics
During Tuesday's GOP debate—the fourth in the 2016 presidential race so far—candidates discussed everything from flat-rate tax plans to the Syrian refugee crisis
8-Year-Old Boy Charged With Murder in Death of Baby
The girl's mother was charged with manslaughter.
Why Fantasy Football Matters in the Republican Presidential Debate
It's not just because Jeb Bush is 7-0.
Indianapolis Colts Andrew Luck Out for 2 to 6 Weeks Due to Kidney Laceration
Luck also suffered a partial tear to an abdominal muscle.
Chipotle Will Reopen 43 Locations in Washington and Oregon After E. Coli Scare
Over 40 people have fallen ill with infections connected to the fast-casual restaurants.
McDonald's Halts Trading Ahead of Investor Meeting
McDonald's serves 69 million people in 199 countries with over 35,000 restaurants.
Three Bodies Found in Torched SUV in Orange County
Those inside the vehicle were not identified.
After Calling Alleged Rape Victim’s Story ‘Unsubstantiated,’ Bill Cosby Sued for Defamation
The woman told Philadelphia Magazine that Cosby "must have drugged me."
Florida Authorities Capture 5-Foot Cobra After Escape From Fort Myers Home
"The cobra is being held in a licensed facility," the commission said in a statement on Facebook.
Photos: Facial Hair Enthusiasts Face Off at National Beard and Mustache Championship
There are 18 categories, ranging from delicate mustache to "full beard freestyle."
$1 Million Bail for Louisiana Police Officers Charged in Death of 6-Year-Old Boy
Norris Greenhouse Jr. and Derrick Stafford were charged with second-degree murder.
Russia and Egypt Don't Accept FBI Help in Plane Probe
A Russian plane carrying 224 people crashed in the Sinai October 31.
UVA Frat Sues 'Rolling Stone' for $25M for Rape Article
This is the second major lawsuit Rolling Stone faces as a result of the article.
University of Missouri President Tim Wolfe Resigns Amid Protests
"I take full responsibility for the actions that have occurred," Wolfe said.
One Dead, Two Injured in Shooting Near Penn Station
The shooting happened outside a McDonald's on West 35th Street and Eighth Avenue in Manhattan.
Louisiana Police Officers Charged With Second-Degree Murder in Shooting Death of 6-Year-Old Boy
"It was the most disturbing thing I’ve seen,” the head of the Louisiana State Police said of body camera footage.
Tyshawn Lee, 9-Year-Old Murdered in Chicago, Seen as Victim of Gang Violence
The little boy was targeted because of his father's activities, authorities believe.
Judge Agrees to Hear New Evidence in 'Serial' Case
Adnan Syed is currently serving a life sentence for the 1999 murder of Hae Min Lee.
Ex-NFL Player's Hail Mary: Holding Cardboard Sign for Free Agent Gig
Joe Anderson, who played in nine games for the Bears, stands outside Houston's stadium with a cardboard sign.
National Hot Dog Council Has Spoken: A Hot Dog Is Not a Sandwich
"Limiting the hot dog’s significance by saying it’s ‘just a sandwich’ is like calling the Dalai Lama ‘just a guy.'"
Report: Black Box Suggests Russian Plane Had 'Violent, Sudden' Crash
The plane carrying 224 people crashed in the Sinai Peninsula while traveling between the sea resort of Sharm el-Sheikh and St. Petersburg.
Three Teenagers Shot Outside Chicago School
Information about the gunman was not immediately available.