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A report says instances of political violence were down slightly in 2021 from the year before. But militant groups were recruiting and shifting tactics to lay the groundwork for increased violence.

Southwest fires have burned dozens of homes in northern Arizona and threatened small villages in New Mexico, as wind-fueled flames chewed up wide swaths of tinder dry forest and grassland.

The centers help many seniors stay active and connect with friends. County officials hope safety measures will allow them to keep the centers open, while limiting the spread of COVID.

Three rich businessmen returned from the International Space Station with their astronaut escort Monday, wrapping up a pricey trip that marked NASA's debut as a B&B host.

Bald eagles, hailed an "American success story" were removed from the endangered species list in 2007. Now, researchers have found that lead ammunition has reduced their population growth.

Trick-or-Treat for UNICEF celebrates its 60th anniversary this year. The little orange boxes carried by kids over the decades have helped raise more than $160 million for the global children's charity.

An ICE unit from the US Department of Homeland Security is playing a role providing security at the Winter Games. At past Olympics, their involvement would have been unremarkable. But after the violence in Minneapolis, many Italians protesting in Milan say ICE agents are no longer welcome.

Recent studies from the University of Miami's Sylvester Comprehensive Cancer Center suggests that women living near Superfund sites are more at risk.

Conductor Marin Alsop muses on the power of ballet and her memories of watching choreographer George Balanchine bring the music of Tchaikovsky to life with the New York City Ballet.

Kelly, an Arizona Democrat, sued Hegseth after the Defense Secretary moved to formally censure him for participating in a video where he told service members they can refuse illegal orders.

The city is considering forming its own utility company following customer concerns over Duke's rising bills.

Myanmar completed its third and final round of voting on Sunday in a monthlong general election called by the ruling military junta — an election that critics call a sham.

The advisory is especially meant for international travelers planning to attend the FIFA World Cup in Miami in June. Human rights groups point to immigration enforcement risks.

Athletes from around the world attended the 2026 Winter Olympics opening ceremony in Milan.

The $126 million project began almost a year after Hurricane Milton in 2024. It should be completely done by March.

The Florida Education Association says state leaders are undermining the constitutional promise of a “high-quality system of free public schools.” Here are the K-12 education bills they support and oppose.

A proposed Bureau of Prisons rule would put the majority of money sent to an incarcerated person from outside toward restitution or other fines.

Former President Mohamed Morsi has been incommunicado since he was ousted by the military almost three weeks ago. On Monday his son said the family plans to sue the military chief for kidnapping.

Veterinarians are growing alarmed by an apparent rise in marijuana poisonings among dogs that ingest discarded joints and edibles on city sidewalks.

These low-benefit plans are part of a strategy that lets workers and employers avoid health law penalties but may not provide substantial coverage.

Some insurance companies charge the highest copays for HIV/AIDS drugs, even generics, the civil rights complaint alleges. This could discourage high-cost patients from enrolling in the plans.

Here are some tips for how people can handle moving between the government health plan for low-income residents and the private plans offered on the federal health law's exchanges.

Plans offering coverage that lasts 364 days can cost half as much as those that are in force for a year. But the savings may be illusory for people who need care for injuries or illnesses because the coverage can be skimpier.

There was a party atmosphere at Affordable Care Act events both in California, where the law has been embraced by the state government, and in Virginia, where it has been resisted. But consumers will have very different experiences in the two states.

Kate Middleton delivered the baby at St. Mary's Hospital in London on Monday. The baby will be third in line to the British throne. Philip Reeves