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Pope Leo signals shift away from Catholic Church's focus on sex

Pope Leo's four-nation Africa tour featured firm denunciations by the pontiff of despotism and war and also unprecedented attacks from U.S.

Pope Leo signals shift away from Catholic Church's focus on sex
Education|Environment|Science|Technology

Potential signs of life on distant planets sound exciting – but confirmation can take years

Discoveries of molecules in space that suggest extraterrestrial life are exciting, but they need to be taken with a grain of salt – an astrochemist explains why.

Potential signs of life on distant planets sound exciting – but confirmation can take years
Business|Economy|Education|Science|Technology

Perseverance doesn’t always pay off for companies – sometimes it’s better to ‘fail fast’

Business culture has long embraced grit as a winning value. But modern examples show that companies will do better if they acknowledge mistakes quickly and pivot.

Perseverance doesn’t always pay off for companies – sometimes it’s better to ‘fail fast’
Crime|Education|Entertainment|Health|Lifestyle

Five females, including teen, hurt in shooting in Indiana along popular Kirkwood Avenue

Five females, including teen, hurt in shooting in Indiana along popular Kirkwood Avenue

Five females, including teen, hurt in shooting in Indiana along popular Kirkwood Avenue
Education|Health|Science|World

South Carolina declares end to measles outbreak after nearly 1,000 cases

South Carolina health officials have declared an end to a measles outbreak that sickened 997 people over six months, making it the largest single-location outbreak in the United

South Carolina declares end to measles outbreak after nearly 1,000 cases
Crime|Education|Entertainment|Technology|US

Accused attacker at Washington media dinner is a tutor and computer engineer from California

The California man arrested in the shooting incident at the media dinner in Washington is a highly educated tutor and amateur video game developer who's opposed to the policies of President Donald Trump

Accused attacker at Washington media dinner is a tutor and computer engineer from California
Economy|Education|Health|Lifestyle|Political|World

Many elderly Cubans left to fend for themselves as the latest crisis deepens

Elderly residents in Old Havana gather for meals at the Church of the Holy Spirit, a crucial support amid Cuba’s economic crisis

Many elderly Cubans left to fend for themselves as the latest crisis deepens
Business|Economy|Education|Health|Political|US

Donald Riegle, who represented Michigan in Congress under 7 presidents, dies at 88

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Donald Riegle, who represented Michigan in Congress under 7 presidents, dies at 88
Education|Environment|Science|Technology|Travel|World

The threat of light pollution puts the world’s darkest skies in the Atacama Desert at risk

The Atacama Desert in Chile offers some of the clearest views of the universe, thanks to its dry climate, high altitude and isolation from light pollution

The threat of light pollution puts the world’s darkest skies in the Atacama Desert at risk
Crime|Education|Environment|Science|World

2 University of South Florida doctoral students were promising young researchers. Now a roommate is charged in their killing

2 University of South Florida doctoral students were promising young researchers. Now a roommate is charged in their killing

2 University of South Florida doctoral students were promising young researchers. Now a roommate is charged in their killing
Crime|Education|Entertainment|Technology

‘I don’t expect forgiveness’: Authorities review writings of California teacher suspected of shooting

‘I don’t expect forgiveness’: Authorities review writings of California teacher suspected of shooting

‘I don’t expect forgiveness’: Authorities review writings of California teacher suspected of shooting
Business|Economy|Education|Environment|Lifestyle

Family returns home 19 months after Helene

Family returns home 19 months after Helene

Family returns home 19 months after Helene
Business|Education|Entertainment|Health|Lifestyle

A Social Sauna: How a backyard addition is bringing women together

A Social Sauna: How a backyard addition is bringing women together

A Social Sauna: How a backyard addition is bringing women together
Business|Education|Entertainment|Sports

A 'hot pick' at No. 257: How the Broncos made Red Murdock this year's Mr. Irrelevant

University of Buffalo linebacker Red Murdock is this year's “Mr_ Irrelevant.”

A 'hot pick' at No. 257: How the Broncos made Red Murdock this year's Mr. Irrelevant
Business|Education|Election|Finance|Lifestyle|Political

Ohio GOP primary for governor shows potential headwinds for Ramaswamy as he looks to fall campaign

Ohio's Republican primary for governor is a few weeks away, but there are few signs that the top candidate sees it as a competitive race

Ohio GOP primary for governor shows potential headwinds for Ramaswamy as he looks to fall campaign
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Australia's Wong to visit Japan, China, South Korea to discuss energy security

Australia's Foreign Minister Penny Wong on Sunday said she would visit Japan, China, and South Korea this week for talks on energy security in the face of disruptions

Australia's Wong to visit Japan, China, South Korea to discuss energy security
Crime|Education|Environment|Health

Federal judge weighs mandating air conditioning in the United States’ largest prison system

Federal judge weighs mandating air conditioning in the United States’ largest prison system

Federal judge weighs mandating air conditioning in the United States’ largest prison system
Education|Entertainment|Interview|Science|Technology|US|World

Who is Cole Allen, the suspect in the White House Correspondents' Dinner shooting?

The suspect arrested in the White House Correspondents' Dinner shooting on Saturday was identified by a law enforcement official as Cole Tomas Allen, a Los Angeles-area man who

Who is Cole Allen, the suspect in the White House Correspondents' Dinner shooting?
Arts|Education|Entertainment|Health|Lifestyle|Technology|Travel|World

Getting the most out of barrier-free tours for yourself or someone with a disability

Barriers to tourism for people living with disabilities can range from the obvious, such as an out-of-service elevator, to an outing that’s too long or a setting that’s too loud

Getting the most out of barrier-free tours for yourself or someone with a disability
Crime|Education|World

Roommate charged with killing two University of South Florida doctoral students after one of their bodies was found

Roommate charged with killing two University of South Florida doctoral students after one of their bodies was found

Roommate charged with killing two University of South Florida doctoral students after one of their bodies was found
Business|Crime|Education|World

Police identify the body of 1 missing USF student, second still missing as roommate is charged

Law enforcement authorities in Florida say the body of a Bangladeshi doctoral student who went missing with his girlfriend from the University of South Florida has been found on a bridge over Tampa Bay, and his roommate has been taken into custody

Police identify the body of 1 missing USF student, second still missing as roommate is charged
Education|Environment|Political|US

Dirk Kempthorne, former Idaho governor and U.S. Interior secretary, dies at 74

Former Idaho Gov. and U.S. Interior Secretary Dirk Kempthorne has died at age 74

Dirk Kempthorne, former Idaho governor and U.S. Interior secretary, dies at 74
Crime|Education|Health

Police, fire departments honor Philadelphia teen who broke car window to help woman

Police, fire departments honor Philadelphia teen who broke car window to help woman

Police, fire departments honor Philadelphia teen who broke car window to help woman
Education|Entertainment|Lifestyle|Sports

The NFL draft's trip to Pittsburgh ends with record crowds and a late emotional jolt

Jermod McCoy's wait at the NFL draft ended when the Las Vegas Raiders picked him in the fourth round

The NFL draft's trip to Pittsburgh ends with record crowds and a late emotional jolt
Education|Entertainment|Health|Sports|Travel

Wings Over Solano returns with debut of Pink Jet led by all-female crew

Wings Over Solano returns with debut of Pink Jet led by all-female crew

Wings Over Solano returns with debut of Pink Jet led by all-female crew
Business|Education|Science|Technology

AI robots are learning to do simple human tasks at a factory in Massachusetts

AI robots are learning to do simple human tasks at a factory in Massachusetts

AI robots are learning to do simple human tasks at a factory in Massachusetts
Crime|Education|Entertainment|Environment|World

Roommate charged with two counts of murder in death, disappearance of two USF students

Authorities have filed murder charges against the roommate of a Bangladeshi doctoral student who disappeared with his girlfriend from the University of South Florida

Roommate charged with two counts of murder in death, disappearance of two USF students
Business|Economy|Education|Political|World

In Supreme Court fight against deportation shield, Trump says judges have no role

Among President Donald Trump's main arguments at the U.S.

In Supreme Court fight against deportation shield, Trump says judges have no role
Business|Economy|Education|Health|World

Italy votes down equal parental leave while fathers redefine their role online

Every afternoon in a Milan suburb, Diego Di Franco picks up his children from school, manages after‑school activities and prepares dinner

Italy votes down equal parental leave while fathers redefine their role online
Business|Crime|Education|Technology|World

OpenAI chief apologizes for not reporting shooting suspect to police

OpenAI Chief Sam Altman apologized to the Canadian community of Tumbler Ridge for failing to alert police about a banned account linked to Jesse Van Rootselaar, who police say

OpenAI chief apologizes for not reporting shooting suspect to police
Business|Education|Environment|Health|Lifestyle

Texas finds Camp Mystic's flood emergency plan deficient for reopening

Camp Mystic, the Christian summer camp for girls where 27 people died in a 2025 flash flood, cannot be licensed to reopen, Texas authorities said, citing nearly two

Texas finds Camp Mystic's flood emergency plan deficient for reopening
Business|Crime|Education|Health|Lifestyle

Former Colorado funeral home owner sentenced to 30 years in case that forced industry crackdown

A former Colorado funeral home owner who helped her ex-husband hide nearly 200 decomposing bodies has been sentenced to 30 years in prison

Former Colorado funeral home owner sentenced to 30 years in case that forced industry crackdown
Business|Education|Entertainment|Sports

Star freshmen Darryn Peterson at Kansas, Cameron Boozer at Duke declare for NBA draft

Kansas freshman Darryn Peterson has declared for the NBA draft, a move that had been expected ever since his arrival on campus

Star freshmen Darryn Peterson at Kansas, Cameron Boozer at Duke declare for NBA draft
Crime|Education|Health

Mississippi middle school students stop bus from crashing after driver blacks out

Quick-thinking middle school students in Mississippi have kept their school bus from crashing after their driver passed out on a four-lane highway

Mississippi middle school students stop bus from crashing after driver blacks out
Crime|Education|Entertainment|Health|Political

Authorities announce murder charge after Louisiana mall shooting that killed 1 person, injured 5

A 17-year-old has been charged with murder following a deadly shooting at a Louisiana mall that injured five and killed a high school girl, authorities announced on Friday

Authorities announce murder charge after Louisiana mall shooting that killed 1 person, injured 5
Crime|Education|Environment|Health

VCU to create memorial for people, most of African descent, whose remains were dumped in a well

A Virginia university has approved funding for a memorial for dozens of people, most of African descent, whose bodies were taken from their graves for use by medical students and then dumped in a forgotten well

VCU to create memorial for people, most of African descent, whose remains were dumped in a well
Economy|Education|Environment|Lifestyle|Science

Colorado's wildlife crossings can reduce animal-vehicle crashes by 90% — would you pay $5 to build more?

Colorado's wildlife crossings can reduce animal-vehicle crashes by 90% — would you pay $5 to build more?

Colorado's wildlife crossings can reduce animal-vehicle crashes by 90% — would you pay $5 to build more?
Business|Economy|Education|Environment|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|US|World

US legal adviser says Iran war justified by Tehran's 'aggression' over decades

The U.S.

US legal adviser says Iran war justified by Tehran's 'aggression' over decades
Education|Entertainment|Health|Lifestyle|World

World's oldest nun, Sister Francis Dominici Piscatella, celebrates 113th birthday on Long Island

World's oldest nun, Sister Francis Dominici Piscatella, celebrates 113th birthday on Long Island

World's oldest nun, Sister Francis Dominici Piscatella, celebrates 113th birthday on Long Island
Business|Economy|Education|Environment|Lifestyle

Idaho couple donates 330 acre 'oasis' to land trust to create a nature preserve instead of subdivisions

Idaho couple donates 330 acre 'oasis' to land trust to create a nature preserve instead of subdivisions

Idaho couple donates 330 acre 'oasis' to land trust to create a nature preserve instead of subdivisions
Crime|Education|US|World

Cal State Monterey Bay students protest after racially charged graffiti incidents

Cal State Monterey Bay students protest after racially charged graffiti incidents

Cal State Monterey Bay students protest after racially charged graffiti incidents
Education|Environment|Science|Technology

Curiosity rover detects building blocks of life in first-ever experiment on Mars

Curiosity rover detects building blocks of life in first-ever experiment on Mars

Curiosity rover detects building blocks of life in first-ever experiment on Mars
Business|Crime|Education|Health|Lifestyle|Sports

What to know about sex trafficking as Pittsburgh hosts the NFL draft

The NFL draft will bring increased demand and risks for trafficking. Here’s what Pittsburgh needs to know, from warning signs to local prevention efforts.

What to know about sex trafficking as Pittsburgh hosts the NFL draft
Crime|Education|Entertainment|Lifestyle|Technology|World

'Hiding in plain sight': Millard Public Schools moves to terminate teacher accused of generating child pornography

'Hiding in plain sight': Millard Public Schools moves to terminate teacher accused of generating child pornography

'Hiding in plain sight': Millard Public Schools moves to terminate teacher accused of generating child pornography
Education|Environment|Health|Lifestyle

Golden effort: Corner man dedicates years to cleaning up his community

Golden effort: Corner man dedicates years to cleaning up his community

Golden effort: Corner man dedicates years to cleaning up his community
Education|Environment|Science|Technology|World

The wide-brimmed Sombrero galaxy is revealed in all its splendor by a telescope in Chile

The Sombrero galaxy and its glowing halo of stars have never looked this good

The wide-brimmed Sombrero galaxy is revealed in all its splendor by a telescope in Chile
Education|Health|Science|Technology

Family shares T1D journey as new clinical trials bring hope for a functional cure

Family shares T1D journey as new clinical trials bring hope for a functional cure

Family shares T1D journey as new clinical trials bring hope for a functional cure
Education|Entertainment|Health|World

Children’s entertainer ‘Ms. Rachel’ calls for release of Maine teen from ICE custody in Texas

Children’s entertainer ‘Ms. Rachel’ calls for release of Maine teen from ICE custody in Texas

Children’s entertainer ‘Ms. Rachel’ calls for release of Maine teen from ICE custody in Texas
Arts|Education|Entertainment|Environment|Lifestyle

Giant wooden troll unveiled at Museum of Danish America in Elk Horn

Giant wooden troll unveiled at Museum of Danish America in Elk Horn

Giant wooden troll unveiled at Museum of Danish America in Elk Horn
Education|Europe|Political|Technology|World

Norway plans to ban social media use by children under 16

Norway said on Friday it would present a bill in parliament by year-end to ban children from using social media until they turn 16, making technology companies responsible

Norway plans to ban social media use by children under 16
Africa|Business|Economy|Education|Health|Lifestyle|Political|World

Eswatini celebrates King Mswati III's 40 years as critics decry royal spending

Marching bands blew horns, women ululated and men cheered on Friday to celebrate King Mswati III's 40 years on Eswatini's throne,

Eswatini celebrates King Mswati III's 40 years as critics decry royal spending
Crime|Education

Twin Cities mom and daughter recount 55-day ordeal in Texas immigration center

Twin Cities mom and daughter recount 55-day ordeal in Texas immigration center

Twin Cities mom and daughter recount 55-day ordeal in Texas immigration center
Economy|Education|Opinion|Science|Technology

China surpasses US in research spending – the consequences extend far beyond scientific ranking and clout

Scientific innovation has been driving US economic growth for decades. Losing that edge means losing access to the technologies and brainpower that come with it.

China surpasses US in research spending – the consequences extend far beyond scientific ranking and clout
Arts|Education|Environment|Health|Lifestyle|Science

Boom in cremation hides surprising truths about what Americans really want when they die

A new study suggests that the decades-long march toward cremation may not last forever – particularly if Gen Z’s preferences pan out.

Boom in cremation hides surprising truths about what Americans really want when they die
Economy|Education|Environment|Health|Opinion

‘Affordable’ Pittsburgh doesn’t have enough affordable housing – here’s why

For a quarter of its residents, Pittsburgh isn’t an affordable place to live. A contested housing policy is at the center of efforts to change that.

‘Affordable’ Pittsburgh doesn’t have enough affordable housing – here’s why
Education|Environment|Food|Health|Lifestyle|Science

How you store produce can make it last longer

How you store produce can make a major difference in how long it lasts

How you store produce can make it last longer
Crime|Education|Entertainment|Health|Lifestyle

Human skull, bones found in Birmingham neighborhood

Human skull, bones found in Birmingham neighborhood

Human skull, bones found in Birmingham neighborhood
Crime|Education

Trump administration’s indictment of the Southern Poverty Law Center breaks with norms – and may lack evidence of criminal wrongdoing

It’s unusual for federal authorities to take this kind of action when federal funding is not involved. And the SPLC does not accept government grants.

Trump administration’s indictment of the Southern Poverty Law Center breaks with norms – and may lack evidence of criminal wrongdoing
Business|Economy|Education|Election|Finance|Political

Conservative super PAC threatens to unseat Republicans over immigration bill

House Republicans are facing a fresh challenge in the 2026 midterms: the Homeland Political Action Committee, a new conservative super PAC targeting Republican

Conservative super PAC threatens to unseat Republicans over immigration bill
Education|Interview|Science|Technology

Q&A: Apollo astronaut Schmitt talks about getting back to the moon and life in the universe

Apollo astronaut Harrison “Jack” Schmitt knows what the Artemis II crew was feeling when it rocketed into space this month for a historic lunar flyby: Pure excitement and the potential for so much more

Q&A: Apollo astronaut Schmitt talks about getting back to the moon and life in the universe
Business|Economy|Education|Environment|Health|Lifestyle|Science|World

WHO global alliance delivers 100 million childhood vaccine doses since 2023

More than 100 million vaccine doses have been delivered to 18.3 million children worldwide since 2023 under a global drive to reverse pandemic-related declines

WHO global alliance delivers 100 million childhood vaccine doses since 2023
Arts|Business|Economy|Education|Entertainment|Environment|Finance|Food|Health|Lifestyle|Opinion|Science|Sports|Technology|Travel|World

Key takeaways from a report into the deadly plane crash at LaGuardia Airport

Federal investigators have released a preliminary report on last month's deadly airplane crash at a New York City airport

Key takeaways from a report into the deadly plane crash at LaGuardia Airport
Crime|Education|Health|Technology

School buses should all have alcohol tests to avoid drunken driving, NTSB recommends

The National Transportation Safety Board said Thursday that all new school buses should be equipped with alcohol detection systems to ensure drivers are not intoxicated

School buses should all have alcohol tests to avoid drunken driving, NTSB recommends
Education|MidEast|Political|US|World

Trump administration probes NYC Department of Education over pro-Palestinian group

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Trump administration probes NYC Department of Education over pro-Palestinian group
Business|Education|Sports

Head of basketball coaches association: Coaches' input 'vital' in age-based eligibility discussions

The executive director of the National Association of Basketball Coaches says input from coaches is “vital” in discussions about going to an age-based model that would include five years of eligibility for college athletes

Head of basketball coaches association: Coaches' input 'vital' in age-based eligibility discussions
Economy|Education|Environment|Health|Lifestyle

Debris from Hurricane Helene is helping fuel Georgia's wildfires

Fallen trees and limbs scattered across Georgia by Hurricane Helene more than a year ago are now helping fuel destructive wildfires in the state

Debris from Hurricane Helene is helping fuel Georgia's wildfires
Education|Health|Lifestyle|Sports

Mother and daughter given second chance through organ donation

Mother and daughter given second chance through organ donation

Mother and daughter given second chance through organ donation
Crime|Education

Families call for accountability after school board member allegedly drops expletive during meeting

Families call for accountability after school board member allegedly drops expletive during meeting

Families call for accountability after school board member allegedly drops expletive during meeting
Business|Education|Entertainment|Lifestyle

Mahjong mania: New clubs bring players together

Mahjong mania: New clubs bring players together

Mahjong mania: New clubs bring players together
Crime|Education|Health|Lifestyle|World

2 separate deaths on UC Berkeley campus under investigation, police say: Here's what we know

2 separate deaths on UC Berkeley campus under investigation, police say: Here's what we know

2 separate deaths on UC Berkeley campus under investigation, police say: Here's what we know
Education|Entertainment|Environment

San Francisco school cleans up for Earth Day with inspiration from Pixar film 'Hoppers'

San Francisco school cleans up for Earth Day with inspiration from Pixar film 'Hoppers'

San Francisco school cleans up for Earth Day with inspiration from Pixar film 'Hoppers'
Crime|Education|Environment|Health|Lifestyle

'He was such a light': Parents of Sussex boy run over by school bus speak about their son

'He was such a light': Parents of Sussex boy run over by school bus speak about their son

'He was such a light': Parents of Sussex boy run over by school bus speak about their son
Arts|Education|Entertainment|Lifestyle|Political|Sports|Technology|Travel|World

Here's what Utah is putting inside the 'America 250' time capsule

Here's what Utah is putting inside the 'America 250' time capsule

Here's what Utah is putting inside the 'America 250' time capsule
Education|Environment|Health|Lifestyle|Science

Hawaii family found a lifeline in Phoenix

Hawaii family found a lifeline in Phoenix

Hawaii family found a lifeline in Phoenix