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China space dominance race intensifies as Beijing quietly expands satellite infrastructure in dozens of Global South countries, potentially giving China long-term leverage, experts say.

A federal appeals court heard a case challenging Minnesota's policy allowing a transgender athlete to compete in girls softball after Title IX ruling.

Adrian Stubbs scored 100 points in Phoenix Maryvale's 109-25 victory over Yuma Kofa, becoming the first Arizona high school player to reach the milestone.

A recent travel report exposes the gap between tourist destination hype and reality, ranking the Hollywood Walk of Fame as the most underwhelming attraction for visitors.

Trump's "Great Healthcare Plan" calls for favored nations drug pricing, price transparency and ending taxpayer subsidies to insurance companies in healthcare reform push.

Recent study reveals early peanut introduction in infants reduces peanut allergies by 27% and overall food allergies by 38%, challenging traditional advice.

Oprah Winfrey's GLP-1 weight loss journey addresses stigma around medication use, as the media mogul confronts 25 years of "public humiliation and shame."

Former UCLA Director of Race & Equity Johnathan Perkins says he was fired for social media posts about Charlie Kirk's death and plans to sue the university for alleged violations.

Saint Paul Public Schools virtual learning option set to begin Jan. 22 after student attendance reportedly plummeted amid federal immigration enforcement in Minnesota.

St. Mungo's Church in Cumbernauld was reduced to rubble in a devastating fire, but the destruction led to an unexpected discovery of a time capsule beneath the ruins.

Pet owners offered support for Aloka, a rescue dog who has joined Buddhist monks on a 2,300-mile "Walk for Peace."

President Donald Trump signed a law bringing whole milk back to schools, reversing an Obama-era ban. Doctors weighed in on the benefits of whole milk for all.

If we treat dating like just another item on our to-do list, are we really going to find love — or just the easiest option?

Shoes that washed up on a Wales beach puzzle officials as hundreds appear on Ogmore Beach. A local leader said the discovery may link to a 19th-century shipwreck.

NASA completed its first-ever medical evacuation from space, bringing four astronauts back to Earth early after a health issue aboard the International Space Station.

Four decades after the debut of Richard Avedon’s “In the American West” series, a unique selection of the original images curated by his granddaughter are on display.

International Space Station research by University of Wisconsin-Madison scientists shows microgravity helps fight drug-resistant superbugs by altering how viruses and bacteria evolve.

Frank's RedHot tops Instacart's hot sauce ranking as America's favorite, dominating across 31 states with its tangy, vinegary flavor and moderate heat level.

Not everyone is wired to wake up early. Sleep experts explain how chronotype, REM cycles and biology affect energy, focus and long-term health.

Las Vegas faces tourism challenges as occupancy rates, convention attendance and international visitors decline amid economic headwinds and global uncertainty.

Randi Weingarten, president of the American Federation of Teachers, announced Tuesday she is leaving X due to hate and disinformation on the platform.

Opting out of childhood vaccines is becoming more common across most of the United States, leaving larger shares of the population vulnerable to preventable diseases like measles, which is continuing its record-breaking spread across the country.

Bad dates are a fact of life in NYC — from agonizing, job interview-esque nights out with unchecked egomaniacs, to marathon get-togethers that wind up leaving you both deflated and ghosted, it’s no secret that making connections in today’s Big Apple is a toxic, metropolitan mess.

NEA's Edjustice project promotes nationwide anti-ICE protests following death of activist Renee Good, while accusing the Trump administration of murdering Americans.

Reheated pasta may help people with diabetes manage blood sugar through resistant starch formation, but portion control remains key, experts say.

Everett Public Schools faces federal lawsuit alleging it showed hostility and took discriminatory actions against off-campus student Bible club, LifeWise Academy.

Of those infected in the widening outbreak, the vast majority were unvaccinated.

Nutrition expert Jillian Michaels supports new food pyramid emphasizing red meat and protein over processed foods, calling changes "long overdue."

And it's easy to change it.

At 36, the new “28 Years Later” director has amassed some impressive credits in her career so far. Ahead of the film’s release this week, CNN talks to DaCosta about her early years, planting your stamp on franchise films and what’s next.

NASA Artemis II plans to launch Feb. 6, 2025, sending astronauts Reid Wiseman, Victor Glover, Christina Koch and Jeremy Hansen on the first crewed lunar mission in 50 years.

ICE enforcement prompted San Diego's Oceanside Unified to reportedly implement new security measures and staff scripts to handle immigration agents at schools.

A simple blood test may detect Crohn’s disease years before symptoms begin, as researchers link early immune responses to gut bacteria.

To improve accuracy, reduce wait times and ease worker stress, fast-food giants McDonald's and Papa Johns are deploying artificial intelligence ordering systems.

Philadelphia "teach-in" linking city to the Palestinian region set to take place on Martin Luther King Jr. Day. Organizers have invited students of all ages.

Senegal and Ivory Coast fans expressed concerns about attending the World Cup 2026 in the U.S. due to President Donald Trump's travel ban affecting over 30 countries.

On a sunny and brisk Sunday afternoon at Poet’s Walk Park in the Hudson Valley, the scenic, Hudson River-adjacent trails are filled with outdoor enthusiasts, all eagerly taking in the fresh air.

Monkeys loose in the city of St. Louis, Missouri, have prompted city officials to warn residents not to approach the animals. The vervet monkeys were first reported near a park Thursday.

Exercise may treat depression as effectively as therapy, study suggests. A Cochrane review of 73 trials finds exercise to be "moderately effective" in reducing symptoms.

As I continue walking across America, I am appalled that people like Chicago's Mayor Johnson betray citizens by supporting dictators. Let me share my experience meeting everyday heroes.

Stanford researchers developed an AI sleep model that can predict risk for 100+ diseases from a single night’s sleep, years before diagnosis.

The U.S. government released new dietary guidelines placing red meat with fruits and vegetables in an upside-down food pyramid. A New Jersey doctor shared healthy consumption tips.

An immigration attorney revealed how content creators with millions of followers are obtaining O-1 work visas today for their "extraordinary talent" in the digital space.

One in seven Christian colleges in the U.S. are connected to the abortion industry, with over 26% referring to Planned Parenthood as a health resource, new study finds.

Chinese Academy of Sciences develops neuromorphic e-skin that triggers instant reflexes when robots touch harmful surfaces.

In recent years, having the best vintage dress or a meme-worthy look seemed to be the ultimate red carpet flex in Hollywood. But at Sunday night’s Golden Globes, actors wore gowns that spoke to the present.

Paul's Drive In co-owner Amanda Fulbright banned a customer who allegedly threatened to kill staff during a refund dispute at the Kansas City, Missouri, restaurant earlier in January.

Flu prevention study reveals air purifiers, good ventilation and limited coughing effectively reduce transmission risk, University of Maryland researchers report.

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Dry January might reveal how alcohol tolerance changes as early as late 30s and early 40s, according to Dr. Meena Malhotra and other experts who explain why hangovers worsen with age.