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Cape Coral firefighters rescue cat from canal

Cape Coral firefighters rescue cat from canal

Cape Coral firefighters rescue cat from canal
Crime|Health|Lifestyle|Political

Man who attacked Lancaster County officers with his own urine, feces sentenced up to 12 years in prison, DA says

Man who attacked Lancaster County officers with his own urine, feces sentenced up to 12 years in prison, DA says

Man who attacked Lancaster County officers with his own urine, feces sentenced up to 12 years in prison, DA says
Business|Crime|Economy|Education|Environment|Health|Lifestyle

Tucson traffic stop yields $5.5M in fentanyl — more than 1 million pills

Tucson traffic stop yields $5.5M in fentanyl — more than 1 million pills

Tucson traffic stop yields $5.5M in fentanyl — more than 1 million pills
Economy|Food|Health|Lifestyle

Stock up on this affordable pantry staple for easy-to-make meals

Stock up on this affordable pantry staple for easy-to-make meals

Stock up on this affordable pantry staple for easy-to-make meals
Environment|Health|Lifestyle

25 ways to stay warm this winter that won’t break the bank

25 ways to stay warm this winter that won’t break the bank

25 ways to stay warm this winter that won’t break the bank
Economy|Environment|Health|World

Hunger and makeshift shelters persist in north Caribbean nearly 2 months after Hurricane Melissa

The Atlantic hurricane season may be over

Hunger and makeshift shelters persist in north Caribbean nearly 2 months after Hurricane Melissa
Health|Lifestyle|Science|Sports

How to get stronger without working out in the gym

How to get stronger without working out in the gym

How to get stronger without working out in the gym
Economy|Environment|Health|Lifestyle|Sports|Travel

Threat of equine virus looms over major rodeo event in Las Vegas

Every year the annual National Finals Rodeo draws thousands to Las Vegas for two weeks of rodeo competitions

Threat of equine virus looms over major rodeo event in Las Vegas
Health|Science

Sleep problems and depression can be a vicious cycle, especially during pregnancy − here’s why it’s important to get help

Inadequate sleep can have negative downstream effects on everyday cognitive functioning and mental health, which can then lead to even worse sleep.

Sleep problems and depression can be a vicious cycle, especially during pregnancy − here’s why it’s important to get help
Economy|Education|Europe|Health|Political|World

Italy's national strike called by main union disrupts transport and school services

A national strike called by Italy’s largest trade union in protest against the government’s budget plans has widely disrupted transportation, health and school services across the country

Italy's national strike called by main union disrupts transport and school services
Health|Science|Technology|World

FDA intends to put its most serious warning on Covid vaccines, sources say

FDA intends to put its most serious warning on Covid vaccines, sources say

FDA intends to put its most serious warning on Covid vaccines, sources say
Education|Health|Political

Lawmakers urge Education Department to add nursing to 'professional' programs list amid uproar

A bipartisan group in Congress is urging the Education Department to add nursing to a list of college programs that are considered “professional.”

Lawmakers urge Education Department to add nursing to 'professional' programs list amid uproar
Economy|Education|Environment|Health|Science

SNAP benefits have been cut and disrupted – causing more kids to go without enough healthy food and harming child development

Having stable access to nutritious food sets children up for better mental and physical health into adulthood.

SNAP benefits have been cut and disrupted – causing more kids to go without enough healthy food and harming child development
Environment|Health|World

A winter storm chills Gaza and floods tent camps, exposing aid failures

Storm Byron has hit Gaza and worsened the humanitarian crisis in the Palestinian territory

A winter storm chills Gaza and floods tent camps, exposing aid failures
Economy|Environment|Health|Lifestyle|Political|World

China's new 'condom tax' draws skepticism and worries over health risks

China will soon start collecting a value-added tax on contraceptive drugs and products for the first time in over 30 years

China's new 'condom tax' draws skepticism and worries over health risks
Crime|Health|US|World

Tennessee executes Harold Wayne Nichols by lethal injection for killing college student in 1988

Tennessee has executed Harold Wayne Nichols by lethal injection for the 1988 rape and murder of 20-year-old Karen Pulley, a student at Chattanooga State Community College

Tennessee executes Harold Wayne Nichols by lethal injection for killing college student in 1988
Entertainment|Health|Sports|World

Steelers LB TJ Watt hospitalized after experiencing discomfort in his lungs

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Steelers LB TJ Watt hospitalized after experiencing discomfort in his lungs
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Hearing on whether ex-Abercrombie & Fitch CEO is mentally fit to stand trial for sex trafficking set

The former CEO of Abercrombie & Fitch is facing a court hearing to determine whether he’s competent to stand trial for alleged sex trafficking after being hospitalized for dementia and Alzheimer’s symptoms

Hearing on whether ex-Abercrombie & Fitch CEO is mentally fit to stand trial for sex trafficking set
Education|Health|Science|World

Covid-19 vaccination substantially lowered risks for children last season, CDC report says

Covid-19 vaccination substantially lowered risks for children last season, CDC report says

Covid-19 vaccination substantially lowered risks for children last season, CDC report says
Health|News|US

Tracking measles cases in the United States

Tracking measles cases in the United States

Tracking measles cases in the United States
Education|Health|Science|World

Hundreds are quarantined in South Carolina as measles spreads in 2 US outbreaks

Measles outbreaks in South Carolina and on the Arizona-Utah border are growing

Hundreds are quarantined in South Carolina as measles spreads in 2 US outbreaks
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Senators clash over Trump's National Guard deployments as military leaders face questioning

Members of the Senate Armed Services Committee are clashing over President Donald Trump’s use of the National Guard in American cities

Senators clash over Trump's National Guard deployments as military leaders face questioning
Economy|Health|Political

The Senate voted down dueling health proposals. Here's what's at stake for Americans

Hopes for solving a major health insurance issue are fading in Washington

The Senate voted down dueling health proposals. Here's what's at stake for Americans
Health|Political

Senate rejects extension of health care subsidies as costs are set to rise for millions of Americans

The Senate has rejected legislation to extend Affordable Care Act tax credits, essentially guaranteeing that millions of Americans will see a steep rise in costs at the beginning of the year

Senate rejects extension of health care subsidies as costs are set to rise for millions of Americans
Business|Economy|Finance|Health|Political|US

A divided GOP forges ahead on health care message — without plan to address spiking premiums

A divided GOP forges ahead on health care message — without plan to address spiking premiums

A divided GOP forges ahead on health care message — without plan to address spiking premiums
Environment|Health|Lifestyle|Science

FDA proposes adding sunscreen ingredient commonly used in other parts of the world to list of permitted products

FDA proposes adding sunscreen ingredient commonly used in other parts of the world to list of permitted products

FDA proposes adding sunscreen ingredient commonly used in other parts of the world to list of permitted products
Crime|Health|US

Human skull found in Coney Island, police say

Human skull found in Coney Island, police say

Human skull found in Coney Island, police say
Education|Environment|Health|Lifestyle|Travel

Quicksand traps hiker inside Arches National Park

Quicksand traps hiker inside Arches National Park

Quicksand traps hiker inside Arches National Park
Economy|Education|Environment|Health|Science

How one Florida program reduced preterm births – and how it could serve as a model for other communities

Central Hillsborough Healthy Start offers a model of community care that helps to prevent premature births.

How one Florida program reduced preterm births – and how it could serve as a model for other communities
Health|Science|Technology

‘Are you married?’ Why doctors ask invasive questions during treatment

Answering personal questions at the doctor’s office can help researchers recognize health problems and find effective interventions.

‘Are you married?’ Why doctors ask invasive questions during treatment
Arts|Business|Crime|Health|Lifestyle|Science|Technology

Open AI, Microsoft face lawsuit over ChatGPT's alleged role in Connecticut murder-suicide

The heirs of an 83-year-old Connecticut woman are suing ChatGPT maker OpenAI and its business partner Microsoft for wrongful death

Open AI, Microsoft face lawsuit over ChatGPT's alleged role in Connecticut murder-suicide
Health|Science

Cervical cancer screening just got easier. A doctor explains why this change matters

Cervical cancer screening just got easier. A doctor explains why this change matters

Cervical cancer screening just got easier. A doctor explains why this change matters
Economy|Education|Environment|Health|World

Time banks could ease the burden of elder care and promote connection

A diverse team of researchers, concerned that the global elder care crisis cannot be addressed by the market or the state alone, are seeking creative solutions.

Time banks could ease the burden of elder care and promote connection
Business|Entertainment|Health|Lifestyle

Office holiday parties can be dreadful for introverts and people with social anxiety

Navigating holiday parties can be tough for introverts and people who are shy or have social anxiety

Office holiday parties can be dreadful for introverts and people with social anxiety
Health|Science|Technology

AI’s errors may be impossible to eliminate – what that means for its use in health care

Many health symptoms can be caused by multiple illnesses – if AI can’t tell the difference between them, it won’t be able to operate accurately without human oversight.

AI’s errors may be impossible to eliminate – what that means for its use in health care
Celebrity|Entertainment|Health|Lifestyle

Kelly Osbourne has a NSFW response to those commenting on her dramatic weight loss

Kelly Osbourne has a NSFW response to those commenting on her dramatic weight loss

Kelly Osbourne has a NSFW response to those commenting on her dramatic weight loss
Environment|Health|Science|Travel

Hiker mired in quicksand in Utah's Arches National Park is rescued unharmed

Quicksand is a corny peril in old movies, but getting stuck in it really did happen to one hiker in Utah

Hiker mired in quicksand in Utah's Arches National Park is rescued unharmed
Business|Economy|Health|Political

Trump's handling of the economy is at its lowest point in AP-NORC polling

A new AP-NORC poll finds President Donald Trump’s approval on the economy has fallen substantially since he reentered the White House

Trump's handling of the economy is at its lowest point in AP-NORC polling
Economy|Finance|Health|Political

Republicans worry Trump is missing the mark on affordability

Republicans worry Trump is missing the mark on affordability

Republicans worry Trump is missing the mark on affordability
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‘Trump Gold Card’ launches, offering expedited immigration pathway with a $1 million fee

‘Trump Gold Card’ launches, offering expedited immigration pathway with a $1 million fee

‘Trump Gold Card’ launches, offering expedited immigration pathway with a $1 million fee
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Senator calls for release of man detained by federal agents after he was attacked by a patrol dog

Senator calls for release of man detained by federal agents after he was attacked by a patrol dog

Senator calls for release of man detained by federal agents after he was attacked by a patrol dog
Education|Health|Technology|World

‘What’s the worst thing that’s gonna happen?’ South Australia Premier says social media ban is about protecting children

‘What’s the worst thing that’s gonna happen?’ South Australia Premier says social media ban is about protecting children

‘What’s the worst thing that’s gonna happen?’ South Australia Premier says social media ban is about protecting children
Business|Economy|Education|Environment|Health|Lifestyle|Science

Botulism outbreak sickens more than 50 babies and expands to all ByHeart products

Federal health officials have expanded an outbreak of infant botulism tied to ByHeart baby formula to include any illnesses reported since the company began production in 2022

Botulism outbreak sickens more than 50 babies and expands to all ByHeart products
Economy|Environment|Health|Political|World

Aid flow into Gaza falls short of the ceasefire terms, Israeli figures show

Aid deliveries into Gaza are falling short of the amount agreed upon in the U.S.-brokered ceasefire

Aid flow into Gaza falls short of the ceasefire terms, Israeli figures show
Business|Economy|Education|Health|Lifestyle|Science

US suicide rate fell in 2024 after hovering at high level

The U.S. suicide rate has fallen after years of hovering at some of the highest levels ever reported, according to preliminary data from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention

US suicide rate fell in 2024 after hovering at high level
Health|Science|US|World

US facing second measles surge this year as outbreak accelerates in South Carolina

US facing second measles surge this year as outbreak accelerates in South Carolina

US facing second measles surge this year as outbreak accelerates in South Carolina
Crime|Health|US|World

West Virginia National Guard member killed in DC is shooting laid to rest

A private funeral has been held for a West Virginia National Guard member who was shot to death last month in the nation’s capital

West Virginia National Guard member killed in DC is shooting laid to rest
Business|Education|Entertainment|Environment|Health|Lifestyle|Science|Technology

San Francisco woman gives birth in a Waymo self-driving taxi

Waymo's self-driving taxis have been in the spotlight for both negative and positive reasons

San Francisco woman gives birth in a Waymo self-driving taxi
Health|Political|US|World

Appeals court rules New Jersey's medically assisted suicide law is for residents only

A federal appeals court has ruled that a New Jersey law that permits terminally ill people to seek life-ending drugs applies only to residents of the state and not those from beyond its borders

Appeals court rules New Jersey's medically assisted suicide law is for residents only
Health|US|World

New York Times, after Trump post, says it won't be deterred from writing about his health

The New York Times and President Donald Trump are fighting again

New York Times, after Trump post, says it won't be deterred from writing about his health
Crime|Health|Political|US

81 alleged victims join suit against Army doctor accused of sexual misconduct

81 alleged victims join suit against Army doctor accused of sexual misconduct

81 alleged victims join suit against Army doctor accused of sexual misconduct
Europe|Health|Lifestyle|Sports|World

Lindsey Vonn added 12 pounds of muscle to her frame and is ready for her Olympic season at age 41

Twelve more pounds of muscle

Lindsey Vonn added 12 pounds of muscle to her frame and is ready for her Olympic season at age 41
Business|Economy|Health|Lifestyle|Technology

Instacart’s AI technology is hiking prices as much as 20% for the same item, new study reveals

Instacart’s AI technology is hiking prices as much as 20% for the same item, new study reveals

Instacart’s AI technology is hiking prices as much as 20% for the same item, new study reveals
Health|Sports

Oft-injured Mavericks center Dereck Lively II set for season-ending foot surgery

Dallas Mavericks center Dereck Lively II is set for season-ending surgery on his ailing right foot, another setback for the promising but oft-injured player

Oft-injured Mavericks center Dereck Lively II set for season-ending foot surgery
Economy|Education|Environment|Health|Political

'Once in a generation opportunity': Narcan to be distributed to every public school in Georgia

'Once in a generation opportunity': Narcan to be distributed to every public school in Georgia

'Once in a generation opportunity': Narcan to be distributed to every public school in Georgia
Business|Crime|Health|Lifestyle

2 painters burned in explosion in apartment complex, Sacramento Fire says

2 painters burned in explosion in apartment complex, Sacramento Fire says

2 painters burned in explosion in apartment complex, Sacramento Fire says
Business|Education|Environment|Health|Lifestyle

Local rescue builds outdoor shelters for cats during winter months

Local rescue builds outdoor shelters for cats during winter months

Local rescue builds outdoor shelters for cats during winter months
Business|Economy|Health|US

Battleground Republicans clash with hard-liners over Obamacare subsidies as party talks health care strategy

Battleground Republicans clash with hard-liners over Obamacare subsidies as party talks health care strategy

Battleground Republicans clash with hard-liners over Obamacare subsidies as party talks health care strategy
Business|Economy|Environment|Health|Travel

Truckers prepare for treacherous roads as blizzard conditions threaten central Iowa

Truckers prepare for treacherous roads as blizzard conditions threaten central Iowa

Truckers prepare for treacherous roads as blizzard conditions threaten central Iowa
Crime|Education|Health|Lifestyle

'We take for granted life,' Families react after deadly fight at North Forsyth High School

'We take for granted life,' Families react after deadly fight at North Forsyth High School

'We take for granted life,' Families react after deadly fight at North Forsyth High School
Crime|Health|Lifestyle|Travel|US

'It was awful': Family helps woman in car struck by plane on I-95

'It was awful': Family helps woman in car struck by plane on I-95

'It was awful': Family helps woman in car struck by plane on I-95
Education|Health|Technology

'The older the better': Child psychiatrist weighs in on new Australia law banning social media access for children under 16

Under Australia's new law, platforms, including Instagram, Facebook, Snapchat, Youtube, and TikTok, need to show they’ve taken “reasonable steps” to deactivate accounts used by children under 16 and to prevent new accounts being opened in order to avoid fines. CNN's Boris Sanchez and Brianna Keilar unpack the social media ban with child psychiatrist Victoria Dunckley.

'The older the better': Child psychiatrist weighs in on new Australia law banning social media access for children under 16
Business|Economy|Environment|Health|Lifestyle|Technology

Thousands sign petition to pause robot deliveries after alleged crashes, obstructions in Chicago

Thousands sign petition to pause robot deliveries after alleged crashes, obstructions in Chicago

Thousands sign petition to pause robot deliveries after alleged crashes, obstructions in Chicago
Europe|Health|Science|World

At least 197 children were fathered by sperm donor with cancer-causing gene. Some have already died

At least 197 children were fathered by sperm donor with cancer-causing gene. Some have already died

At least 197 children were fathered by sperm donor with cancer-causing gene. Some have already died
Business|Crime|Education|Entertainment|Health|Lifestyle

Good Samaritan walks 6-year-old girl to school after finding her alone in freezing weather

Good Samaritan walks 6-year-old girl to school after finding her alone in freezing weather

Good Samaritan walks 6-year-old girl to school after finding her alone in freezing weather
Arts|Entertainment|Health|Lifestyle

Sophie Kinsella, author of the millions-selling ‘Shopaholic’ novels, dies at 55

Writer Sophie Kinsella, known for her rom-com "Confessions of a Shopaholic," has died at 55

Sophie Kinsella, author of the millions-selling ‘Shopaholic’ novels, dies at 55
Americas|Education|Entertainment|Europe|Health|Lifestyle

McKinney's "Grandma Stand" offers holiday comfort, connection and free advice

McKinney's "Grandma Stand" offers holiday comfort, connection and free advice

McKinney's "Grandma Stand" offers holiday comfort, connection and free advice
Crime|Health|Sports

Paraglider dies after crashing into mountain in Waimanalo

Paraglider dies after crashing into mountain in Waimanalo

Paraglider dies after crashing into mountain in Waimanalo
Education|Environment|Health

Doulas play essential roles in reproductive health care – and more states are beginning to recognize it

Doulas bring a holistic, person-centered approach that can improve birth outcomes and lower overall costs.

Doulas play essential roles in reproductive health care – and more states are beginning to recognize it
Economy|Education|Environment|Health|Science

Exposure to neighborhood violence leads some Denver teens to use tobacco and alcohol earlier, new study shows

Girls are at an even greater risk of early substance use than boys.

Exposure to neighborhood violence leads some Denver teens to use tobacco and alcohol earlier, new study shows
Arts|Celebrity|Entertainment|Health|Lifestyle

Sophie Kinsella, bestselling ‘Shopaholic’ author, dies at 55

Sophie Kinsella, bestselling ‘Shopaholic’ author, dies at 55

Sophie Kinsella, bestselling ‘Shopaholic’ author, dies at 55
Health|Political|Science|Technology

2026’s abortion battles will be fought more in courthouses and FDA offices than at the voting booth

Judges and federal regulators will make significant decisions over Americans’ reproductive rights.

2026’s abortion battles will be fought more in courthouses and FDA offices than at the voting booth
Arts|Crime|Education|Health|Lifestyle|Political|Sports|World

Supreme Court struggles over whether Alabama can execute man found to be intellectually disabled

The Supreme Court has heard arguments about how courts should decide borderline cases of whether convicted murderers are intellectually disabled and should be shielded from execution

Supreme Court struggles over whether Alabama can execute man found to be intellectually disabled
Health|Science

CDC vaccine advisers’ new focus on hepatitis B tests in pregnancy is not enough, some doctors warn

CDC vaccine advisers’ new focus on hepatitis B tests in pregnancy is not enough, some doctors warn

CDC vaccine advisers’ new focus on hepatitis B tests in pregnancy is not enough, some doctors warn
Arts|Entertainment|Health|Lifestyle|Science

Faith leaders embrace sound baths to connect with spiritual seekers

Sound baths are meditative experiences where participants lie down and are immersed in sound waves from instruments like gongs, singing bowls and chimes

Faith leaders embrace sound baths to connect with spiritual seekers
Health|Technology|World

Australia has just relieved its anxiety over teens on social media – or has it?

Australia has just relieved its anxiety over teens on social media – or has it?

Australia has just relieved its anxiety over teens on social media – or has it?
Business|Economy|Health|Science|Technology|World

South Korea to require advertisers to label AI-generated ads

South Korea will require advertisers to label their ads made with artificial intelligence technologies from next year as it seeks to curb a surge of deceptive promotions featuring fabricated experts or deep-faked celebrities endorsing food or pharmaceutical products on social media

South Korea to require advertisers to label AI-generated ads
Health|Science

After claiming that Covid shots killed children, FDA says it is also looking at other age groups

After claiming that Covid shots killed children, FDA says it is also looking at other age groups

After claiming that Covid shots killed children, FDA says it is also looking at other age groups
Economy|Education|Finance|Health|Political

Senate heads toward dueling partisan votes on health care, with each likely to fail

The Senate is heading toward dueling partisan votes on health care this week

Senate heads toward dueling partisan votes on health care, with each likely to fail
Health|Science|Technology

Just how monogamous are humans? Scientists break down how we compare with other animals

Just how monogamous are humans? Scientists break down how we compare with other animals

Just how monogamous are humans? Scientists break down how we compare with other animals
Crime|Health

Fort Hood doctor accused of sexual misconduct charged with secretly recording his patients

Fort Hood doctor accused of sexual misconduct charged with secretly recording his patients

Fort Hood doctor accused of sexual misconduct charged with secretly recording his patients
Crime|Health|Travel

Paraglider dies after crashing into mountain

Paraglider dies after crashing into mountain

Paraglider dies after crashing into mountain
Health|Lifestyle|Science

A healthy man suffers a stroke and permanent damage after consuming numerous energy drinks

A healthy man suffers a stroke and permanent damage after consuming numerous energy drinks

A healthy man suffers a stroke and permanent damage after consuming numerous energy drinks
Business|Education|Health|Interview

Could a social media ban for kids work in the United States?

Dr. Jenny Radesky joins The Lead.

Could a social media ban for kids work in the United States?
Business|Education|Health|Technology|World

Australia is banning young teens from social media. Could it happen in the US?

Australia is banning young teens from social media. Could it happen in the US?

Australia is banning young teens from social media. Could it happen in the US?
Health|Political|US|World

Judge orders Georgia to continue hormone therapy for transgender inmates

A federal judge has ordered Georgia's prison system to provide hormone therapy for transgender inmates

Judge orders Georgia to continue hormone therapy for transgender inmates
Business|Economy|Health|Political

Senate to vote on GOP health care bill that does not extend expiring Obamacare tax credits

Senate to vote on GOP health care bill that does not extend expiring Obamacare tax credits

Senate to vote on GOP health care bill that does not extend expiring Obamacare tax credits
Education|Environment|Health|Science

What are parents to do as doctors clash with Trump administration over vaccines?

The nation’s leading doctors groups are in a standoff with federal health officials over vaccines

What are parents to do as doctors clash with Trump administration over vaccines?
Business|Finance|Health|Science|US|World

FDA opens safety review of injectable RSV drugs approved for babies and toddlers

Federal health officials are reviewing the safety of two injectable drugs used to protect babies and toddlers from the RSV virus

FDA opens safety review of injectable RSV drugs approved for babies and toddlers
Business|Crime|Education|Environment|Health

First group of K9 units certified to detect pure fentanyl

First group of K9 units certified to detect pure fentanyl

First group of K9 units certified to detect pure fentanyl
Crime|Entertainment|Health|Interview|Lifestyle|US

Shooting survivor shares recovery story

Shooting survivor shares recovery story

Shooting survivor shares recovery story
Business|Food|Health|Lifestyle

Oreo is bringing zero-sugar cookies to the US

Rejoice, New Year’s dieters: Oreos are getting a sugar-free option

Oreo is bringing zero-sugar cookies to the US
Education|Health|Science|Technology

Nearly a third of American teens interact with AI chatbots daily, study finds

Nearly a third of American teens interact with AI chatbots daily, study finds

Nearly a third of American teens interact with AI chatbots daily, study finds
Business|Education|Environment|Health|Science|Technology

How a rare drug made from scientists' blood saves babies from botulism

An infant botulism outbreak has sickened at least 39 babies across the U.S. and underscored the crucial role of a medication that treats the rare disease

How a rare drug made from scientists' blood saves babies from botulism
Business|Crime|Economy|Education|Health|Political

Illinois law protects immigrants from arrest near courthouses, hospitals or colleges

Illinois has a new law shielding immigrants from federal enforcement near courthouses, hospitals, university campuses, and day cares

Illinois law protects immigrants from arrest near courthouses, hospitals or colleges
Education|Health|Lifestyle|Sports

Michigan parent files Title IX complaint over transgender student playing on girls volleyball team

Michigan parent files Title IX complaint over transgender student playing on girls volleyball team

Michigan parent files Title IX complaint over transgender student playing on girls volleyball team
Crime|Education|Health|World

Madison doctors recall lifesaving efforts on school shooting anniversary

Madison doctors recall lifesaving efforts on school shooting anniversary

Madison doctors recall lifesaving efforts on school shooting anniversary
Education|Environment|Health|Science

Testing points to likely cause after 70+ vultures found dead on Ohio school grounds

Testing points to likely cause after 70+ vultures found dead on Ohio school grounds

Testing points to likely cause after 70+ vultures found dead on Ohio school grounds
Business|Crime|Health

Assisted-living facility owner and inspector sue each other over faulty sprinklers in deadly fire

The owner of a Massachusetts assisted-living facility that was the site of a fatal fire and an inspection company have sued each other over who is at fault for failure to address a faulty sprinkler system

Assisted-living facility owner and inspector sue each other over faulty sprinklers in deadly fire
Crime|Health|Political

Several Malone officers exposed to blood during inmate fight, lawmakers call for transparency

Several Malone officers exposed to blood during inmate fight, lawmakers call for transparency

Several Malone officers exposed to blood during inmate fight, lawmakers call for transparency
Education|Environment|Health|Lifestyle|Science

Parkinson’s disease is on the rise. 5 expert tips to reduce your risk of developing it

Parkinson’s disease is on the rise. 5 expert tips to reduce your risk of developing it

Parkinson’s disease is on the rise. 5 expert tips to reduce your risk of developing it
Celebrity|Entertainment|Health

Raul Malo, the soulful tenor and frontman of The Mavericks, has died at age 60

Raul Malo, the soulful tenor and frontman of The Mavericks, has died at age 60

Raul Malo, the soulful tenor and frontman of The Mavericks, has died at age 60
Business|Economy|Finance|Health|Lifestyle|Technology|World

More people crowdfunded for essential needs like food and housing in 2025, according to GoFundMe

More people are turning to GoFundMe for help with basic needs such as housing and food

More people crowdfunded for essential needs like food and housing in 2025, according to GoFundMe
Health|Science

Newly discovered link between traumatic brain injury in children and epigenetic changes could help personalize treatment for recovering kids

Some children recover better after traumatic brain injury than others, despite appearing similarly to doctors. Looking at the genetic and cellular level, however, reveal key differences.

Newly discovered link between traumatic brain injury in children and epigenetic changes could help personalize treatment for recovering kids
Economy|Education|Environment|Health

6 myths about rural America: How conventional wisdom gets it wrong

Many people understand rural America through stereotypes. Two scholars who study rural communities bust 6 of those myths, complicating the conventional wisdom.

6 myths about rural America: How conventional wisdom gets it wrong
Arts|Entertainment|Health|Lifestyle|Technology

A unique app is changing the dating game for disabled and chronically ill people

A unique app is changing the dating game for disabled and chronically ill people

A unique app is changing the dating game for disabled and chronically ill people
Economy|Environment|Health|Science|World

UN says world must jointly tackle issues of climate change, pollution, biodiversity and land loss

The most comprehensive global environment assessment ever undertaken calls for a new approach to jointly tackle the most pressing environmental issues including climate change and biodiversity loss that threaten over 1 million plant and animal species with extinction

UN says world must jointly tackle issues of climate change, pollution, biodiversity and land loss
Health|Science|World

CDC’s annual abortion report delayed amid agency turmoil

CDC’s annual abortion report delayed amid agency turmoil

CDC’s annual abortion report delayed amid agency turmoil
Crime|Education|Health|Lifestyle

Man who says religious group beat him wants prosecutor removed after long wait for retrial

A man who says he was held down and beaten by members of a religious group in North Carolina wants the prosecutor removed from his case

Man who says religious group beat him wants prosecutor removed after long wait for retrial
Business|Crime|Health|Lifestyle|World

Exclusive: Migrant families paint grim picture of life in Texas ICE detention facility, new court documents show

Exclusive: Migrant families paint grim picture of life in Texas ICE detention facility, new court documents show

Exclusive: Migrant families paint grim picture of life in Texas ICE detention facility, new court documents show
Business|Entertainment|Health|Sports

Colts bringing Philip Rivers for workout with top quarterbacks Daniel Jones and Riley Leonard hurt

The Indianapolis Colts may be turning back the clock with their top two quarterbacks hurt

Colts bringing Philip Rivers for workout with top quarterbacks Daniel Jones and Riley Leonard hurt
Economy|Health|Political|US

Senate Republican leader won’t commit to vote on a GOP health care proposal with key Obamacare subsidies set to expire

Senate Republican leader won’t commit to vote on a GOP health care proposal with key Obamacare subsidies set to expire

Senate Republican leader won’t commit to vote on a GOP health care proposal with key Obamacare subsidies set to expire
Arts|Health|Lifestyle|Science|Sports

How to fall asleep anywhere, from airplanes to your office nap room

Sleep coach Nick Littlehales developed techniques to help professional climbers sleep while hanging off the side of a mountain. He explains how we can use similar methods to train ourselves to nap practically anywhere.

How to fall asleep anywhere, from airplanes to your office nap room
Health

Affordable Care Act enrollment is slightly ahead of last year so far, despite expiring subsidies

Initial new federal data shows the number of Americans signing up for Affordable Care Act health insurance for 2026 is moderately higher than it was at a similar time last year

Affordable Care Act enrollment is slightly ahead of last year so far, despite expiring subsidies
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A Utah man's death-defying pivot to the circus arts

A Utah man's death-defying pivot to the circus arts

A Utah man's death-defying pivot to the circus arts
Crime|Education|Health|Lifestyle

Social worker killed on job described by coworker as "passionate, wonderful person"

Social worker killed on job described by coworker as "passionate, wonderful person"

Social worker killed on job described by coworker as "passionate, wonderful person"
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Family on mission to help others navigate pain of stillbirth & infant loss

Family on mission to help others navigate pain of stillbirth & infant loss

Family on mission to help others navigate pain of stillbirth & infant loss
Economy|Environment|Health|Science

PFAS in pregnant women’s drinking water puts their babies at higher risk, study finds

An innovative study mapped preterm births, low birth weights and infant mortality to municipal water wells downstream from PFAS-contaminated sites. The results show the high cost of PFAS harm.

PFAS in pregnant women’s drinking water puts their babies at higher risk, study finds
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Holiday helpers bring Christmas spirit to senior

Holiday helpers bring Christmas spirit to senior

Holiday helpers bring Christmas spirit to senior
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Man helps Children’s Hospital patients turn artwork into holiday cards

Man helps Children’s Hospital patients turn artwork into holiday cards

Man helps Children’s Hospital patients turn artwork into holiday cards
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'I'm a soldier': Tee Higgins says he is fine after more concussion scares during Bengals-Bills game

'I'm a soldier': Tee Higgins says he is fine after more concussion scares during Bengals-Bills game

'I'm a soldier': Tee Higgins says he is fine after more concussion scares during Bengals-Bills game
Entertainment|Health|Travel|World

How a bullet that started a love story is now a part of Pearl Harbor history

How a bullet that started a love story is now a part of Pearl Harbor history

How a bullet that started a love story is now a part of Pearl Harbor history
Crime|Environment|Health|Political|Sports|US

Florida bear hunt begins despite pushback

Florida bear hunt begins despite pushback

Florida bear hunt begins despite pushback
Entertainment|Health

Eric Dane's emotional memoir, including his life with ALS, to be published in 2026

Eric Dane, known for his roles in “Grey's Anatomy” and “Euphoria,” has announced a memoir titled “Book of Days.”

Eric Dane's emotional memoir, including his life with ALS, to be published in 2026
Health|Science|World

$1.9 billion pledged in fight against polio. But huge gap remains after cuts from donor countries.

$1.9 billion pledged in fight against polio. But huge gap remains after cuts from donor countries.

$1.9 billion pledged in fight against polio. But huge gap remains after cuts from donor countries.
Crime|Health|Lifestyle|US

Therapist helps save man contemplating suicide on bridge

Therapist helps save man contemplating suicide on bridge

Therapist helps save man contemplating suicide on bridge
Education|Environment|Health

Carcasses of vultures found dead at school test positive for bird flu

Carcasses of vultures found dead at school test positive for bird flu

Carcasses of vultures found dead at school test positive for bird flu
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Massachusetts court hears arguments in lawsuit alleging Meta designed apps to be addictive to kids

Massachusetts’ highest court heard oral arguments Friday in the state’s lawsuit arguing that Meta designed features on Facebook and Instagram to make them addictive to young users

Massachusetts court hears arguments in lawsuit alleging Meta designed apps to be addictive to kids
Health|Lifestyle|Science

You might not need 8 hours of rest. Here’s how to find your perfect sleep time

You might not need 8 hours of rest. Here’s how to find your perfect sleep time

You might not need 8 hours of rest. Here’s how to find your perfect sleep time
Crime|Entertainment|Health|Lifestyle|US

He arrested her for OVI. 10 years later, their friendship keeps her sober.

He arrested her for OVI. 10 years later, their friendship keeps her sober.

He arrested her for OVI. 10 years later, their friendship keeps her sober.
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Health insurance premiums rose nearly 3x the rate of worker earnings over the past 25 years

While hospital CEO salaries and health insurance premiums have increased, health care quality has not.

Health insurance premiums rose nearly 3x the rate of worker earnings over the past 25 years
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Mystery foot fossil may shake up human family tree

Mystery foot fossil may shake up human family tree

Mystery foot fossil may shake up human family tree
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Mom's 'angel tree' helping grieving parents during holidays

Mom's 'angel tree' helping grieving parents during holidays

Mom's 'angel tree' helping grieving parents during holidays
Economy|Environment|Health|Political|World

The UN aid coordination agency cuts its funding appeal after Western support plunges

The U.N.’s humanitarian aid coordinator is downsizing its appeal for annual funding in 2026 after support this year — mostly from Western governments — plunged to the lowest level in a decade

The UN aid coordination agency cuts its funding appeal after Western support plunges
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World Cup to include 3-minute hydration breaks in each half of all games, not only in hot weather

FIFA says it will include three-minute hydration breaks in every game at next year’s World Cup, not just those played in hot weather

World Cup to include 3-minute hydration breaks in each half of all games, not only in hot weather
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Veteran walks 98 miles to Miami to honor Surfside collapse victims

Veteran walks 98 miles to Miami to honor Surfside collapse victims

Veteran walks 98 miles to Miami to honor Surfside collapse victims
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Cancer survivor buys suits for McDaniel College football seniors

Cancer survivor buys suits for McDaniel College football seniors

Cancer survivor buys suits for McDaniel College football seniors
Health|Opinion|Science

Putting pig organs in people is OK in the US, but growing human organs in pigs is not – why is that?

How many human cells does a pig need before it’s considered too human?

Putting pig organs in people is OK in the US, but growing human organs in pigs is not – why is that?
Education|Health|Science

Why can’t I wiggle my toes one at a time, like my fingers?

What muscles feet have, how your brain controls them, and how humans evolved all play a part in why people can’t easily move individual toes.

Why can’t I wiggle my toes one at a time, like my fingers?
Europe|Health|Sports|World

Real Madrid defender Éder Militão set to be sidelined for a few months because of injury

Real Madrid defender Éder Militão is expected to be sidelined for at least three months because of a left leg injury

Real Madrid defender Éder Militão set to be sidelined for a few months because of injury
Crime|Economy|Education|Environment|Health|Technology

Florida’s new reporting system is shining a light on human trafficking in the Sunshine State

Florida’s new unified human trafficking database allows criminologists to determine the scope of the problem and find patterns of exploitation.

Florida’s new reporting system is shining a light on human trafficking in the Sunshine State
Africa|Crime|Health|Political|World

WHO says 114 people were killed, including 63 children, in last week's drone strikes in Sudan

The World Health Organization's director says the death toll from drone strikes on a kindergarten and other sites in Sudan’s Kordofan state last week is now at 114 people including 63 children

WHO says 114 people were killed, including 63 children, in last week's drone strikes in Sudan
Economy|Health|Political

Swing district Republicans brace for political fallout if health care subsidies expire

House Republicans in key battleground districts are working to contain the political fallout expected when thousands of their constituents face higher bills for health insurance coverage obtained through the Affordable Care Act

Swing district Republicans brace for political fallout if health care subsidies expire
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If you want that tattoo erased it's going to hurt and it's going to cost you

Colin Farrell’s had it done — many times

If you want that tattoo erased it's going to hurt and it's going to cost you
Americas|Crime|Education|Health|Lifestyle|Political|World

Women protest gender-based violence across Brazil following shocking cases

Tens of thousands of women in cities across Brazil have rallied against gender-based violence amid record numbers of female victims

Women protest gender-based violence across Brazil following shocking cases
Environment|Health|Lifestyle|Science

Orphaned bear cubs released into wilderness by Colorado Parks and Wildlife

Orphaned bear cubs released into wilderness by Colorado Parks and Wildlife

Orphaned bear cubs released into wilderness by Colorado Parks and Wildlife
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Colts QB Daniel Jones could be out for the season with a right Achilles tendon injury

Indianapolis Colts quarterback Daniel Jones, already playing with a broken bone in his left leg, injured his right Achilles tendon against Jacksonville

Colts QB Daniel Jones could be out for the season with a right Achilles tendon injury
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Family raises more than $500k for research for 6-year-old daughter's terminal disease

Family raises more than $500k for research for 6-year-old daughter's terminal disease

Family raises more than $500k for research for 6-year-old daughter's terminal disease
Business|Economy|Health|Science|US|World

Insurance coverage of hepatitis B vaccine won’t change, industry and officials say

Insurance coverage of hepatitis B vaccine won’t change, industry and officials say

Insurance coverage of hepatitis B vaccine won’t change, industry and officials say