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Ex-US Rep. Nita Lowey, a New York Democrat who chaired powerful House Appropriations Committee, dies

Former Democratic U.S. Rep. Nita Lowey has died at the age of 87

Ex-US Rep. Nita Lowey, a New York Democrat who chaired powerful House Appropriations Committee, dies
Crime|Health|MidEast|Political|World

Israeli strikes kill 15 people in Gaza over past day, Palestinian medics say

Israeli military strikes have killed at least 15 Palestinians in the Gaza Strip over the past 24 hours, the enclave's health ministry said on Sunday, as Arab and

Israeli strikes kill 15 people in Gaza over past day, Palestinian medics say
Asia|Health|Sports|World

Dodgers' Mookie Betts still struggling with illness, status for opening day in doubt

Los Angeles Dodgers shortstop Mookie Betts is still struggling to recover from an illness, with manager Dave Roberts pessimistic that the eight-time All-Star will be ready for opening day against the Chicago Cubs on Tuesday in Japan

Dodgers' Mookie Betts still struggling with illness, status for opening day in doubt
Economy|Health|Political|US

Republicans split on spending cuts, Medicaid as they seek path forward on Trump tax cuts

(Repeats story issued on March 16 with no changes to text.)

Republicans split on spending cuts, Medicaid as they seek path forward on Trump tax cuts
Crime|Entertainment|Europe|Health|World

A look at some of the worst fires at nightclubs and music venues

A fire at a nightclub in the town of Kocani in North Macedonia has killed 59 people and injured more than 150 others, according to authorities

A look at some of the worst fires at nightclubs and music venues
Health|MidEast|World

Nine killed in Israeli attack in northern Gaza, officials say, in deadliest strike since ceasefire began

Nine killed in Israeli attack in northern Gaza, officials say, in deadliest strike since ceasefire began

Nine killed in Israeli attack in northern Gaza, officials say, in deadliest strike since ceasefire began
Education|Health|Political|Science|US

Young scientists see career pathways vanish as schools adapt to federal funding cuts

Reductions to federal support for research at universities and other institutions under President Donald Trump are dimming young scientists’ prospects, cutting off pathways to career-building projects and graduate programs

Young scientists see career pathways vanish as schools adapt to federal funding cuts
Americas|Health|World

Peruvian fisherman found alive after 95 days lost at sea

Peruvian fisherman found alive after 95 days lost at sea

Peruvian fisherman found alive after 95 days lost at sea
Celebrity|Entertainment|Health|Sports

Dick Vitale tears up on ACC Championship broadcast while talking about recent cancer battle

Dick Vitale became emotional Saturday night while talking about his most recent cancer battle while announcing top-ranked Duke’s 73-62 victory over No. 13 Louisville in the Atlantic Coast Conference Tournament championship

Dick Vitale tears up on ACC Championship broadcast while talking about recent cancer battle
Celebrity|Crime|Entertainment|Health|US

Gene Hackman and Betsy Arakawa's dog likely died of dehydration and starvation, report says

An examination of the dog found dead along with actor Gene Hackman and his wife in their Santa Fe home shows dehydration and starvation were likely what led to the animal's demise

Gene Hackman and Betsy Arakawa's dog likely died of dehydration and starvation, report says
Europe|Health|World

Improving Pope reduces use of ventilation for oxygen, Vatican says

Pope Francis is improving slowly as he battles double pneumonia in hospital and is reducing the use of mechanical ventilation at night to help with breathing,

Improving Pope reduces use of ventilation for oxygen, Vatican says
Europe|Health|Political|World

Pope Francis signals intention to remain in post with sign-off on three-year reform plan

Pope Francis signals intention to remain in post with sign-off on three-year reform plan

Pope Francis signals intention to remain in post with sign-off on three-year reform plan
Health|Lifestyle

Your boozy nightcap is disrupting your sleep. Try these tips instead

Your boozy nightcap is disrupting your sleep. Try these tips instead

Your boozy nightcap is disrupting your sleep. Try these tips instead
Health|Political|US

A father of a trans man voted for Trump. Now he fears an order targeting gender-affirming care will upend his son’s treatment

A father of a trans man voted for Trump. Now he fears an order targeting gender-affirming care will upend his son’s treatment

A father of a trans man voted for Trump. Now he fears an order targeting gender-affirming care will upend his son’s treatment
Europe|Health|Political|World

Pope Francis, showing plans to stay on, starts new Catholic reform process

Pope Francis approved a new three-year process to consider reforms for the global Catholic Church, the Vatican said on Saturday, in a sign the 88-year-old

Pope Francis, showing plans to stay on, starts new Catholic reform process
Europe|Health|World

Pope works on signature reform from hospital as Vatican cuts back on updates on medical progress

Pope Francis has entered the fifth week of hospital treatment for double pneumonia very much looking ahead as he worked on a signature priority of his papacy

Pope works on signature reform from hospital as Vatican cuts back on updates on medical progress
Asia|Health|Sports

Dodgers' Betts dealing with illness in Japan, Roberts hopeful he'll be ready for opening day

Shortstop Mookie Betts will miss the Los Angeles Dodgers’ two exhibition games in Japan because of an illness

Dodgers' Betts dealing with illness in Japan, Roberts hopeful he'll be ready for opening day
Europe|Health|Political|World

At the Vatican switchboard, nuns soothe anxious callers about Pope Francis

The nuns who operate the Vatican’s switchboard are fielding a growing number of calls

At the Vatican switchboard, nuns soothe anxious callers about Pope Francis
Business|Economy|Health|US

Drugmakers agree to participate in second round of price negotiations

All drug manufacturers, including Novo Nordisk and Teva Pharmaceuticals, whose medicines are part of the second round of price talks have agreed to participate in the negotiation process, a

Drugmakers agree to participate in second round of price negotiations
Food|Health|Science

H5N1 bird flu virus is infectious in raw milk cheese for months, posing risk to public health, study shows

H5N1 bird flu virus is infectious in raw milk cheese for months, posing risk to public health, study shows

H5N1 bird flu virus is infectious in raw milk cheese for months, posing risk to public health, study shows
Health|Political|US

US FDA's top lawyer Hilary Perkins resigns two days into role

The U.S.

US FDA's top lawyer Hilary Perkins resigns two days into role
Americas|Health|US

Measles cases in Texas, New Mexico rise to 294 as outbreak spreads

Measles cases in Texas and New Mexico rose to 294 on Friday, surpassing all U.S. cases recorded in 2024, as an outbreak that began in late January in West Texas spreads. 

Measles cases in Texas, New Mexico rise to 294 as outbreak spreads
Health|Science|US

FDA warns of misuse of laughing gas sold in colorful, flavored canisters

Federal health officials are tracking a rise in injuries tied to the misuse of laughing gas, including some brands sold in colorful, flavored canisters

FDA warns of misuse of laughing gas sold in colorful, flavored canisters
Economy|Environment|Health|Political|US

Trump environmental rollbacks would boost pollution and endanger lives, former EPA heads say

Three former Environmental Protection Agency leaders say rollbacks proposed by the Trump administration endanger the lives of millions of Americans and abandon the agency’s mission to protect the environment and human health

Trump environmental rollbacks would boost pollution and endanger lives, former EPA heads say
Health|Science|US|World

US FDA warns against recreational use of 'laughing gas'

The U.S.

US FDA warns against recreational use of 'laughing gas'
Crime|Health|Political|US

Senate passes bill that would increase penalties for fentanyl traffickers

The Senate has passed a bill that would result in more prison sentences for fentanyl traffickers

Senate passes bill that would increase penalties for fentanyl traffickers
Health|Political|US

Judge finds frozen embryos are not divisible property in cancer survivor's case against ex-husband

A judge finds that Virginia law does not consider frozen embryos to be property that can be divided up in a partition lawsuit

Judge finds frozen embryos are not divisible property in cancer survivor's case against ex-husband
Health|US

Three months into 2025, US measles cases surpass total for 2024

Three months into 2025, US measles cases surpass total for 2024

Three months into 2025, US measles cases surpass total for 2024
Health|Political|US

Oz pledges to fight health care fraud but makes no commitments on Medicaid funding cuts

Dr. Mehmet Oz is promising to fight health care fraud and push to make Americans healthier if he becomes the next leader of the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services

Oz pledges to fight health care fraud but makes no commitments on Medicaid funding cuts
Health|Political|US

Dr. Mehmet Oz may have skirted paying Medicare and Social Security taxes, Democrats say

Dr. Mehmet Oz may have skirted paying Medicare and Social Security taxes, Democrats say

Dr. Mehmet Oz may have skirted paying Medicare and Social Security taxes, Democrats say
Health|Science|US

Measles cases reach nearly 300 total in Texas and New Mexico. Here's what you should know

Measles outbreaks in West Texas and New Mexico now have nearly 300 cases in total

Measles cases reach nearly 300 total in Texas and New Mexico. Here's what you should know
Entertainment|Health|Sports

Vedder Cup at stake when Padres face Mariners as part of Pearl Jam singer's charity drive

The winner of the annual series between the San Diego Padres and Seattle Mariners will now win the Vedder Cup

Vedder Cup at stake when Padres face Mariners as part of Pearl Jam singer's charity drive
Celebrity|Health|Political|US

TV's Dr. Oz, Trump's Medicare nominee, does not oppose cuts to Medicaid

Dr.

TV's Dr. Oz, Trump's Medicare nominee, does not oppose cuts to Medicaid
Business|Economy|Health|Political|US

Why is an Elon Musk-backed PAC running an ad against Republican state legislators?

A group backed by Trump adviser Elon Musk is running ads targeting Republican lawmakers in several states over their support of a federal drug pricing program

Why is an Elon Musk-backed PAC running an ad against Republican state legislators?
Europe|Health|World

Timeline of Pope Francis' hospitalization for pneumonia at the 1-month mark

Pope Francis was hospitalized on Feb. 14, after suffering a bout of bronchitis for weeks and after increasingly finding it hard to speak publicly

Timeline of Pope Francis' hospitalization for pneumonia at the 1-month mark
Celebrity|Crime|Entertainment|Health

Streaming now: 'Moana 2,' John Mulaney, 'Confessions of Octomom,' Amanda Seyfried and 'Dope Thief'

“Moana 2,” the third-biggest movie box-office hit of 2024, and Amanda Seyfried playing a Philadelphia patrol officer fighting rampant opioid addiction in Peacock's “Long Bright River” are some of this week’s new streaming entertainment releases

Streaming now: 'Moana 2,' John Mulaney, 'Confessions of Octomom,' Amanda Seyfried and 'Dope Thief'
Health|Lifestyle|Science

How much sleep do you really need? Experts say it depends

Most people spend a third of their lives sleeping, but you may need more or less than eight hours a night

How much sleep do you really need? Experts say it depends
Health|Science

Simple strategies can boost vaccination rates for adults over 65 − new study

Reading a pamphlet in the doctor’s office about which vaccines to get may help nudge older adults to get vaccinated.

Simple strategies can boost vaccination rates for adults over 65 − new study
Economy|Europe|Health|Political

UK faces hard choices over soaring disability costs

Britain's government wants to tame its ballooning bill for supporting people with disabilities and long-term health conditions which, despite the cost, leaves many

UK faces hard choices over soaring disability costs
Health|Lifestyle|Science

Wide-awake at night but tired in the morning? Here’s what could help, according to experts

Wide-awake at night but tired in the morning? Here’s what could help, according to experts

Wide-awake at night but tired in the morning? Here’s what could help, according to experts
Africa|Crime|Health|Political|World

Accounts of child survivors shed light on surge of rape and sexual violence in conflict-torn DRC

Accounts of child survivors shed light on surge of rape and sexual violence in conflict-torn DRC

Accounts of child survivors shed light on surge of rape and sexual violence in conflict-torn DRC
Health|Sports

Gary Woodland reveals battle with anxiety, fear of dying

PGA star Gary Woodland won the US Open in 2019, but a few years removed, he was having these irrational fears, anxiety, and even a fear of dying. His doctors discovered a lesion growing on his brain, causing pressure that was triggering all of these feelings. About 18 months ago, he underwent surgery, and his comeback has been remarkable. He's playing in The Players Championship in Florida, and that's where he caught up with World Sport's Don Riddell.

Gary Woodland reveals battle with anxiety, fear of dying
Education|Health|Lifestyle

These are the biggest concerns facing teen boys and girls

These are the biggest concerns facing teen boys and girls

These are the biggest concerns facing teen boys and girls
Education|Health|Political|US

Health officials prepare for measles spread as disinformation threatens already low vaccination rates

Health officials prepare for measles spread as disinformation threatens already low vaccination rates

Health officials prepare for measles spread as disinformation threatens already low vaccination rates
Health|Sports|US

Lakers' James, Hachimura, Hayes fly back to California for treatment and will miss rest of road trip

LeBron James flew back to California for treatment on his left groin strain and will miss the rest of the Los Angeles Lakers’ four-game trip

Lakers' James, Hachimura, Hayes fly back to California for treatment and will miss rest of road trip
Environment|Health|Political|US

Democratic Rep. Raúl Grijalva of Arizona, champion of environment and progressivism, dies at age 77

Democratic U.S. Rep. Raúl M

Democratic Rep. Raúl Grijalva of Arizona, champion of environment and progressivism, dies at age 77
Health|Science|US

After canceling meeting of independent advisers, FDA issues 2025-26 flu vaccine recommendations

After canceling meeting of independent advisers, FDA issues 2025-26 flu vaccine recommendations

After canceling meeting of independent advisers, FDA issues 2025-26 flu vaccine recommendations
Business|Education|Health|Political|US

Johns Hopkins University slashes 2,000 jobs after Trump administration grant cut

The Johns Hopkins University said on Thursday it will slash over 2,000 jobs in the U.S. and abroad after the administration of President Donald Trump

Johns Hopkins University slashes 2,000 jobs after Trump administration grant cut
Celebrity|Crime|Entertainment|Health|US

Gene Hackman's estate asks court to block release of death investigation records

The estate of deceased actor Gene Hackman is seeking to block the public release of autopsy and investigative reports related to the deaths of Hackman and wife Betsy Arakawa, especially photographs and video

Gene Hackman's estate asks court to block release of death investigation records
Business|Education|Health|Political|US

Johns Hopkins laying off more than 2,000 workers after dramatic cut in USAID funding

Johns Hopkins laying off more than 2,000 workers after dramatic cut in USAID funding

Johns Hopkins laying off more than 2,000 workers after dramatic cut in USAID funding
Health|Political|US

US FDA makes recommendations for influenza vaccines to manufacturers

The U.S.

US FDA makes recommendations for influenza vaccines to manufacturers
Europe|Health|World

European region sees highest number of measles cases in 25 years, WHO says

European region sees highest number of measles cases in 25 years, WHO says

European region sees highest number of measles cases in 25 years, WHO says
Health|Political|US

Democratic Rep. Raúl Grijalva dies at 77 after battle with cancer

Democratic Rep. Raúl Grijalva dies at 77 after battle with cancer

Democratic Rep. Raúl Grijalva dies at 77 after battle with cancer
Europe|Health|World

Pope receives cake and glad tidings on the 12th anniversary of his papacy, marked in the hospital

Pope Francis marked the 12th anniversary of his pontificate in the hospital as he received increasingly positive medical news on his recovery and hundreds of messages wishing him well

Pope receives cake and glad tidings on the 12th anniversary of his papacy, marked in the hospital
Economy|Health|Political|US

FDA warns of scramble for workspaces and parking spots in Monday return to office

The U.S.

FDA warns of scramble for workspaces and parking spots in Monday return to office
Crime|Health|US

Columbine victim's death from health problems related to 1999 school shooting ruled a homicide

The death of a woman who was partially paralyzed in the Columbine High School shooting has been ruled a homicide, raising the death toll of the 1999 attack to 14

Columbine victim's death from health problems related to 1999 school shooting ruled a homicide
Crime|Europe|Health|World

UK police widen investigation of hospital where killer nurse Lucy Letby worked

British police said on Thursday they had widened an investigation into manslaughter at the hospital where nurse Lucy Letby, who was convicted of killing seven babies, had worked.

UK police widen investigation of hospital where killer nurse Lucy Letby worked
Business|Celebrity|Health|Political|US

Trump Medicare nominee Dr Oz may have underpaid taxes, Senate Democrats say

Dr.

Trump Medicare nominee Dr Oz may have underpaid taxes, Senate Democrats say
Africa|Health|Political|World

UN: Sudan war is world's worst humanitarian crisis: 30 million need aid, 16 million of them kids

The head of the U.N. children's agency says the war in Sudan has created the world’s largest and most devastating humanitarian crisis, with over 30 million people needing aid this year – 16 million of them children

UN: Sudan war is world's worst humanitarian crisis: 30 million need aid, 16 million of them kids
Health|Political|US

Kentucky lawmakers add specific medical exceptions to the state's near-total abortion ban

Republican lawmakers in Kentucky have added several medical exceptions to the state’s near-total abortion ban

Kentucky lawmakers add specific medical exceptions to the state's near-total abortion ban
Africa|Health|Political|World

Sudan's warring parties fueling world's 'most devastating' aid crisis, say aid officials

The conflict in Sudan has created the "largest and the most devastating humanitarian crisis in the world" as the warring parties lay siege to towns and

Sudan's warring parties fueling world's 'most devastating' aid crisis, say aid officials
Celebrity|Entertainment|Health

Justin Bieber shares post about feeling ‘unworthy’

Justin Bieber shares post about feeling ‘unworthy’

Justin Bieber shares post about feeling ‘unworthy’
Education|Health

Students revive classmate who flatlined 3 times at Concordia University

Students revive classmate who flatlined 3 times at Concordia University

Students revive classmate who flatlined 3 times at Concordia University
Crime|Health|US

Woman says she was sexually assaulted by doctor, who says he's being extorted

Woman says she was sexually assaulted by doctor, who says he's being extorted

Woman says she was sexually assaulted by doctor, who says he's being extorted
Health|Political|US

Trump administration withdraws CDC director nomination just before Senate hearing

The White House has withdrawn the nomination of David Weldon, a former Florida congressman, to lead the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention

Trump administration withdraws CDC director nomination just before Senate hearing
Food|Health|Political

RFK Jr.’s first month as health secretary: Touting French fries and casting doubts on vaccines

Robert F

RFK Jr.’s first month as health secretary: Touting French fries and casting doubts on vaccines
Education|Health|Sports

'God was in the gym that day': Oneonta Middle School coaches save student's life

'God was in the gym that day': Oneonta Middle School coaches save student's life

'God was in the gym that day': Oneonta Middle School coaches save student's life
Africa|Health|World

Namibia's cholera-free decade ends with one confirmed case

Namibia has confirmed the first case of cholera in ten years, the Africa Centres for Disease Control and Prevention said on Thursday, adding that laboratory confirmation of the

Namibia's cholera-free decade ends with one confirmed case
Americas|Crime|Health|Political

Peru's detained ex-President Castillo transferred to a hospital days after starting hunger strike

Former Peruvian President Pedro Castillo has been taken from prison to a hospital days after beginning a hunger strike in protest of his ongoing rebellion trial

Peru's detained ex-President Castillo transferred to a hospital days after starting hunger strike
Americas|Europe|Health|Science|World

Measles cases in Europe and Central Asia doubled last year to the highest reported level since 1997

There were 127,350 reported cases of measles, including 38 deaths, in Europe and Central Asia last year, marking the highest total in nearly 30 years, according to figures from UNICEF and the World Health Organization

Measles cases in Europe and Central Asia doubled last year to the highest reported level since 1997
Health|Lifestyle|Science

The science behind how romantic relationships affect mental health

Charlie Health provides information on data highlighting the link between romantic relationships and mental health—plus some tips for cultivating healthy relationships.

The science behind how romantic relationships affect mental health
Crime|Health|US

Iconic pet reindeer in Alaska falls mysteriously ill after someone tampers in his pen

A beloved reindeer in Alaska's biggest city is fighting for his life after falling mysteriously falling ill after someone tampered with his pen

Iconic pet reindeer in Alaska falls mysteriously ill after someone tampers in his pen
Crime|Education|Health|Sports|US

'The work don't stop': Minister shot in carjacking returns to referee youth basketball

'The work don't stop': Minister shot in carjacking returns to referee youth basketball

'The work don't stop': Minister shot in carjacking returns to referee youth basketball
Celebrity|Health|Sports

Tiger Woods faces uncertain year ahead after latest injury setback

After launching and starring in the inaugural season of TGL, Tiger Woods was back at the center of the golfing world. Now, an Achilles injury has stalled his plans for the year ahead.

Tiger Woods faces uncertain year ahead after latest injury setback

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