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QVC prepares for bankruptcy protection in the era of influencers, TikTok, and Temu

Utility bills are exceeding mortgages in West Virginia despite Trump’s promised cuts

Digital detox: welcome to the offline club for those wanting a screen-free connection

Rwanda tries to protect farmland in Africa’s most densely populated nation

Workers at major Colorado meatpacking plant win wage increases in deal with JBS USA

New Yorkers flock to Manhattan park for lovable woodcocks’ bobbing strut

Why ‘unretired’ seniors are picking up gig work to pay the bills

A bus in Havana that transports bikes becomes the ride that matters during Cuba’s fuel crisis

From Macintosh to iPhone: 50 years of Apple gadgets celebrated in new museum

Business brains turn waste food into sought-after oil and fuel

Australia accuses major tech firms of ‘failing to obey the laws’ over online child account ban

World Food Prize goes to food safety scientist for preventing millions of cases of foodborne illness

Over 200 works by Japanese master artist Hokusai go on show in Rome

Cambodia advances a scam center law with penalties of up to life in prison

Another PlayStation price hike means the gaming console will cost 30% more than it did last year

New AI-powered portable X-ray machines to help early detection and treatment of TB in the Philippines

Restaurants providing less food to reach more customers

Jarring alarms out, quieter alerts in. New firehouse dispatch systems aim to ease stress

Taking to social media to complain about hot subway rides? You’re not alone, study says

In Louisiana, alligator farms mix conservation and capitalism

Google overhauls its Maps app, adding in more AI features to help people get around

How springing forward to daylight saving time could affect your health

The sea is higher than we thought and millions more are at risk, study finds

A new recruit joins a team of bloodhounds built for searches

If you’re struggling to lose weight, could chilling your carbs help?

In this Minnesota city, it’s tradition to line up for ice cream even when it’s 6 degrees

Denmark is set to explore if gastronomy can be recognized as an art form

Asian analysts on ‘grim’ situation in Middle East driving petrol prices higher

Beyond Meat drops the ‘Meat’ from its name as it expands to plant-based drinks and snacks

Shrinking North American bird population is getting worse faster. Experts blame agriculture, warming

New mother crochets, collects yarn octopi for use in Detroit hospital’s NICU

Osaka city stunned by anonymous gold bar gift worth $3.6M to fix aging water pipes

Burger King is testing AI headsets that will know if employees say ‘welcome’ or ‘thank you’

Tampa International Airport shares it wants to ban pajamas. It was a joke, the airport says

As literacy rates lag, a pediatric hospital is screening for reading ability

A settlement is reached in a case tied to eBay’s bizarre deliveries and harassment campaign

Gotta catch them all: European Pokémon championships take place in London

AI boosts efficiency for some in India

Grandson of the inventor of Reese’s Peanut Butter Cups accuses Hershey of cutting corners

FDA will drop two-study requirement for new drug approvals, aiming to speed access

Whether it’s a mini-sabbatical or an adult gap year, more people are taking extended work breaks

New Mexico’s promise of free childcare comes with a fiscal escape hatch

Louis Vuitton’s Dutch arm agrees to pay 500,000 euros to settle a money laundering case

Biodegradable beads for sustainable carnival celebrations

Cash bouquets rival flowers as coveted tokens of love in Zimbabwe

200 love letters found in a Nashville home tell the story of a couple’s courtship during WWII

Africa leads growth in solar energy as demand spreads beyond traditional markets, report says

Olympic pin mania has collectors running between landmarks and swarming a trading center

Instagram chief says he does not believe people can get clinically addicted to social media

Studies test whether gene-editing can fix high cholesterol. For now, take your medicine

All aboard: Designing the trains of the future

Flying taxis are on the horizon at Singapore Airshow

France dumps Zoom and Teams as Europe seeks digital autonomy from the US

Will hiking tobacco tax in India cause people to quit smoking?

Trevi Fountain fee takes effect as Rome seeks to manage tourist crowds

PepsiCo plans price cuts as demand for its drinks and snacks slips

Can apes play pretend? Scientists use an imaginary tea party to find out

No time for the gym and good deeds? GoodGym combines both

African creators push for recognition of digital work as full-time careers

Bank of Thailand plans to tighten regulations on online gold trading as its price soars

Mysterious dark matter may be better understood through a new map of far-off galaxies

Some blind fans experience Super Bowl with tactile device that tracks ball

London’s Poems on the Underground celebrates 40 years of bringing verses to commuters

A sea turtle with 3 flippers swims free after Florida rehab, now followed by satellite

Move over, kids—adults fuel boost in toy market sales

Lucerne’s old town becomes a canvas for its giant interactive festival of lights

Sleep-tracking devices have limits. Experts want users to know what they are

UN human rights chief calls on US to ensure that its migration policies ‘respect human dignity’

An ancient forest in Ecuador is the last stand for a tiny hummingbird facing extinction

A former flight attendant is accused of fooling airlines into giving him free flights. But how?

Rhode Island may ditch Mr. Potato Head license plates after Hasbro moves to Boston

Could underwater tsunamis beneath Antarctica’s glaciers be speeding up ice melt

Luxury supercars raise cash for charity at Detroit Auto Show

Average US long-term mortgage rate hits the lowest point in more than 3 years

Trump administration funding threats set child care providers and parents on edge

Apple calls on Google to help smarten up Siri and bring other AI features to the iPhone

Mattel adds an autistic Barbie to doll line devoted to showcasing diversity and inclusion

Letter writing enjoys a revival as fans seek connection and a break from screen time

Jellyfish sleep similar to humans despite having no brain, study finds

Cyber-pets, 3D printed shoes, and autonomous mobility devices on display at CES

Experts say Trump pullout from UN climate fighting will hurt world and leave US out of green surge

Ready for a trip to the park? Snowboarding set for its spotlight at the Winter Olympics

Some dogs can expand their vocabulary by eavesdropping on their owners

A taste of nature can provide balance and calm during the workday

Google adds new AI features to Gmail, turning it into a personal assistant

Meet the Moroccan designer modernizing the caftan

A Kenyan barber who wields a sharpened shovel thrives on Africa’s social media craze

Why ordering takeout or calling the dog walker might lead to a happier relationship

Foods with healthy-sounding buzzwords could be hiding added sugar in plain sight

New York subway ends its MetroCard era and switches fully to tap-and-go fares

Student loan borrowers in default may see wages garnished in 2026

2025 was one of three hottest years on record, scientists say

Governor: Washington floods are not a ‘one- or two-day crisis’

Humanoid robots take center stage at Silicon Valley summit

When measles hit West Texas, school absences soared, and it wasn’t just sick kids who were out

Instacart settles with FTC over deceptive practices but still faces questions about pricing

Small US groups combat historic levels of social isolation

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

Spain fines Airbnb $75 million for unlicensed tourist rentals

Watches and other luxuries put Geneva seconds to none for top-end Christmas gifts

Holiday shoppers weigh inflation impact as they plan for holiday gifts

Baltimore cyclist finds joy in collecting lost hubcaps and stringing them into art

Endangered species convention proposing new rules for growing global trade in exotic pets

Microsoft investing $17.5 billion in India for AI and cloud infrastructure

Disney invests $1B in OpenAI in deal to bring characters like Mickey Mouse to Sora AI video tool

Merriam-Webster’s 2025 word of the year is ‘slop’

Coloradans find new careers as the state phases out coal

Laser tattoo removal can be pricey and painful, but ‘worth it,’ 1 recipient says

Vermont rescue team sees increase in calls as social media lures skiers into danger

South Korea to require advertisers to label AI-generated ads

Shohei Ohtani is the AP’s Male Athlete of the Year for record-tying 4th time

Italian cooking and its rituals get UN designation as world heritage

Researchers slightly lower study’s estimate of drop in global income due to climate change

Prada finalizes purchase of fashion rival Versace for $1.4 billion, launching new era

Funding museums through digital copies of art masterpieces

US air travelers without REAL IDs will be charged a $45 fee

Renowned astronomers push to protect Chile’s cherished night sky from an industrial project

OpenAI CEO Sam Altman declares ‘code red’ to improve ChatGPT amid rising competition

New FDA-approved glasses can slow nearsightedness in kids

Consumers should do their research before giving in to Travel Tuesday temptation

How Japan has become a launchpad for reviving global brands

Nordic nations turn back the clock with school smartphone bans

The most climate-friendly groceries might not be in the supermarket

Incarcerated writers are now able to connect with literary world through new PEN America site

Sony, Warner, and Universal sign AI music licensing deals with startup Klay

How trading wild turkeys for other animals became a conservation success story

It’s a bird! It’s a plane! It’s a rare Superman comic book! And it fetched $9.12M!

Onboard bedrooms and luxury low-pressure cabins — inside the private jets at Dubai Airshow

Autoimmune diseases can strike kids too. This camp lets those kids just be kids

Roblox steps up age checks and groups younger users into age-based chats

For people in this New England mountain town, a health center’s closure leaves unanswered questions

Australian prisoner sues for his ‘human right’ to eat Vegemite

New analysis shows more US consumers are falling behind on their utility bills

Louvre boosts security with 100 cameras and other measures after crown jewels heist

The robot device that can control parents among must-have Christmas toys

A New Jersey zoo lets visitors watch veterinarians treat the animals

IRS boosts contribution limits for 401(k) retirement plan savers

Doritos and Cheetos dial back the bright orange in new versions without artificial ingredients

German Baumkuchen ‘tree cake’ survived a disaster and world wars to become a Japanese favorite

China’s Singles’ Day online shopping bonanza’s sales slow as shoppers opt for more affordable deals

Bah, humbug! Air Force base housing landlord says no Christmas decorations before Thanksgiving

EVs produce lower emissions than petrol cars after two years, say scientists

Purple haze of blossoming jacaranda trees brightens up streets of South African cities

Slime, Battleship, and Trivial Pursuit join the Toy Hall of Fame

From a few to more than 350, children and parents ride together to school as a ‘bike bus’

Japanese game maker Nintendo reports zooming sales and profit on its hit Switch 2 machine

Shout-out for yodeling? Swiss seek recognition from UN cultural agency as tradition turns modern

US flight cancellations accelerate as airlines comply with government shutdown order

Robo-chef on wheels serves up Korean BBQ that cooks itself en route

India conducts cloud-seeding trial in attempt to clear New Delhi’s smog

World Central Kitchen provides food to furloughed federal workers in Washington, DC

German scents exhibition combines 1,000 years of fragrances with art and history

The new $50M Literary Arts Fund will support independent publishers and nonprofits

Character.AI is banning minors from interacting with its chatbots

Phony AI-generated videos of Hurricane Melissa flood social media sites

COVID-19 vaccines may help some cancer patients fight tumors

Advice to feed babies peanuts early and often helped thousands of kids avoid allergies

Trump administration pledges to speed up some student loan forgiveness after lawsuit

Millions of Indians celebrate Diwali, the Hindu festival of lights

A mushroom farm in Kenya and fungi-based panels give hope for sustainable building

Waymo plans to bring its driverless taxis to London in 2026

OpenAI launches Atlas browser to compete with Google Chrome

How listening to music may help ease pain from surgery or illness

Australia sharing tips on curbing social media for children before age limit starts in December

Smucker’s sues Trader Joe’s, saying its new PB&J sandwiches are too similar to Uncrustables

As the world discovers the Faroe Islands, there’s a push for local food

NFL uses AI to predict injuries, aiming to keep players healthier

Nestlé cuts 16,000 jobs as part of an intensifying cost-cutting campaign

Journalists turn in access badges, exit the Pentagon rather than agree to new reporting rules

Louvre uses skin rejuvenation lasers to restore priceless artifacts

New California law phases out ultraprocessed foods in schools

US tariffs create a sticking point for North America’s last wooden hockey stick maker

UK watchdog targets Google’s ‘strategic’ role in search ads and a competitive market

Tesla hit with probe after crashes involving a self-driving feature that Musk has boasted about

Abandoned dogs in Ethiopia’s capital get little care. A woman wants to change that

Bob Ross paintings to be auctioned to support public TV stations after federal funding cuts

As consumers reject synthetic dyes, PepsiCo looks for new ways to keep the vivid color in Gatorade and other drinks

How a Miami healthcare group is meeting homeless patients where they live

OpenAI now worth $500 billion, possibly making it the world’s most valuable startup

Nvidia and Fujitsu agree to work together on AI robots and other technology

Giant Northern California corn maze lets visitors enjoy getting lost

DoorDash closes on $3.9 billion buyout of Deliveroo in the UK

Brazil’s lower house approves an increase in tax exemptions for low-income people

Lithuania’s capital, Vilnius, creates fully electric river transport system

Uganda celebrates rhino conservation success

Foraging revival: How wild food enthusiasts are reconnecting with nature

Build-A-Bear continues to rack up market gains, despite tariffs and teetering mall traffic

Tony Hawk’s legendary skateboard just sold for a record-breaking $1.15 million

YouTube to start bringing back creators banned for COVID-19 and election misinformation

Districts around the US are mulling school closures as student enrollment falls

Michigan farmers get first look at electric tractor

Meta’s latest AI glasses: fashion or super-intelligence?

There will be no casino in Manhattan after all proposals are rejected by locals

Jerry quits Ben & Jerry’s, saying its independence on social issues has been stifled

Age isn’t everything when deciding if a child is ready to be home alone

A robot programmed to act like a small child works to combat fear and loneliness in hospitals

FTC sues Ticketmaster, saying it forces fans to pay more for concerts and events

Ford Motor Co. is moving its world headquarters for the 1st time in nearly 70 years

Meet the older Australians riding waves and rowing rivers to stay fit and connected

Google’s top AI scientist says ‘learning how to learn’ will be next generation’s most needed skill

From the court to the page: Stephen Curry’s ‘Shot Ready’ reveals his secrets

Albania’s prime minister appoints an AI-generated ‘minister’ to tackle corruption

No TikTok, no Instagram: Chilean school blocks phones and students rediscover real-world connections

Tokyo’s used condominium prices reach record highs

California bill would require restaurants to disclose food allergens on menus

Presidents are taking longer to declare major natural disasters. For some, the wait is agonizing

Rainwater harvesting grows in the Southwest and beyond to nourish thirsty gardens in a hotter world

Nonprofits face a tough funding landscape. They hope better storytelling will bring more donations

As world gets hotter, Americans are turning to more sugar, study finds

Don’t look now, but there’s an AI-generated Italian teacup on your child’s phone. What does it mean?

Commercial shipping likely cut Red Sea cables that disrupted internet access, experts say

Meals on wheels: On the road with Copenhagen’s ‘Cycling Chef’

Flexible learning in Australia tempts pupils back to school

Great white sharks head north, following seals and alarming beachgoers

‘Kidult’ toys are trending in Japan

A driver faces up to $110,000 in fines for speeding on a Swiss street. But he can afford it

Tennis fashion is exploding at the US Open. Luxury brands want in

Non-alcoholic beer and mocktails can help people stay sober or drink less, but are not for everyone

Meet the English springer spaniel who sniffs out threats to honey bee colonies

NYC carriage driver says proposed ban is more about money, real estate, less about animal welfare

Thailand requires banks to cap most online transfers at $1,500 daily to thwart scammers

Medical museum in Philadelphia overhauls policies on human remains to meet modern ethical standards

Traditional Polish lace crochet is becoming a new favorite in fashion

Campaigners want to change the world map to show Africa is bigger

Matcha madness leaves Japan’s tea ceremony pros skeptical

App uses Avatars to translate speech into Kenyan sign language

Artificial reef creates surf waves on beach in Western Australia

US Open singles champions expected to get a record $5 million in 2025 and total compensation is up 20 percent

Trump revives the Presidential Fitness Test, a rite of passage for schoolchildren for decades

Pocket pancakes? Brewers selling ballpark flapjacks after Pat Murphy’s viral moment

Let kids create their own garden, and other tips for instilling a love for growing things

US teen influencer has been stranded in the Chilean Antarctic since landing without permission

Scientists say they have solved the mystery of what killed more than 5 billion sea stars

Liver cancer crisis looming as prevention lags, says Lancet study

Germans worry their beloved kebab may get more pricey or even scarce because of factory strike

Students have been called to the office—and even arrested—for AI surveillance false alarms

Bugs are popular pets in nature-loving Japan, buzzing with lessons about ecology and species

Millions are flocking to grow virtual gardens in viral Roblox game created by teenager

Shopping for a robot? China has a new robot store

As judge ordered medical debt to stay on credit reports, Americans face financial stress

Demand rises for Australian-produced chocolate

College isn’t in the plans for many rural students despite stepped-up recruiting efforts

Now playing in movie theaters: 73 minutes of cat videos, for a good cause

Fireflies are lighting up summer skies. But the glowing bugs are still on the decline

Program started in Flint, Michigan, ‘prescribes’ thousands of dollars to new mothers

Recovery wear sees significant growth

AI technology is giving traditional Nishijin-ori weavers in Japan a fresh new look

NYC Summer Streets is going car-free, turning congested roads into pedestrian and bike-friendly paths

Tea-loving Nepal is warming up to coffee

Teens say they are turning to AI for friendship

Honey from Australian bees could help health

For some employees, education benefits such as tuition assistance prove life-changing

In Vermont, pay phones return free of charge in cellular dead zone

‘Wicked’ Care Bears, FurReal Maggie top holiday toy predictions; price increases likely as tariffs loom

Iconic tiny Tokyo capsule home goes on display in New York

Google partners with Youngkin and offers AI training courses to Virginia job seekers

Italian artist uses childhood as metaphor for world events

Memory cafés at the National Comedy Center ignite laughter and connection for dementia patients

More Americans shift money from checking and savings to accounts with investment income, study says

Rough times for broadcast networks illustrate changing media landscape

Colossal’s attempt to bring back the moa bird reignites the ‘de-extinction’ controversy

How city farm animals cope as Britain bakes

US ice cream makers say they’ll stop using artificial dyes by 2028

More than 20 states sue Trump administration over frozen after-school and summer funding

A good shower is a simple shower, no matter what influencers recommend

India wants air conditioners to be made with milder temperature settings to save energy

Hungary’s oldest library is fighting to save 100,000 books from a beetle infestation

In a country where alcohol is banned, Pakistan’s top brewery is betting on soft drinks

How space is becoming a trillion-dollar marketplace

Vaccines have all but erased the memory of diseases like rubella, but not for one mother

Trump vents online about service provider after conference call marred by glitch

Morocco bets on video game industry to provide jobs and diversify economy

A classical drive: Road rumble strips play Beethoven’s Ninth Symphony in UAE emirate of Fujairah

Inside Three Mile Island’s nuclear restart with Microsoft, now targeting 2027 launch, one year ahead of plan

Sweden’s ‘Banksy Mouse,’ Anonymouse, unmasked after 9 years in the shadows

Greenland’s message to the world: Come visit

How ChatGPT and other AI tools are changing the teaching profession

Young leaders advancing potential climate solutions could win $1 million grants

Apple Music marks 10 years with new studio for artists, fans and the future of sound

China’s humanoid robots generate more soccer excitement than their human counterparts

Japan launches a climate change monitoring satellite on the mainstay H-2A rocket’s last flight

Super strong bikes help transform lives and improve healthcare in Ugandan community

Township mechanics in South Africa join together to turbocharge their small businesses

An ancient theater in Greece opens for its final season before undergoing a 3-year restoration

Truckers practice English skills as US language policy takes effect

Berliners jump into the Spree River to show it’s clean enough for swimming

Comedy and crime fighting join forces for police learning leadership skills

Cheerleaders can now go pro: Varsity Spirit’s new league offers pay

A digital mask could help speed up oil painting restoration

AI-tailored shoes and digital passports for luxury jewelry: how the fashion and beauty sectors are tapping into next-gen tech

WhatsApp to start showing ads to users in parts of the messaging app

Flashlights and glowing golf balls. How a NY man played for 35 hours in quest for world record

Should you let pets sleep next to you? (Does it even matter what the experts say?)

Japan’s chief meteorologist calls rumors of a July earthquake a hoax and urges people not to worry

Flying boats make for a rare sight as Washington clears an island of derelict vessels by helicopter

Walmart cake decorators see top hourly pay as business thrives during graduation season

Comic talent: meet the illustrators making their mark on Marvel and DC

Trump promised to welcome more foreign students. Now, they feel targeted on all fronts

Amazon commits to stepping up fake-review fight after UK watchdog’s investigation

As the UN Ocean Conference opens in France, a push to turn promises into protection

Shoppers are wary of digital shelf labels, but a study found they don’t lead to price surges

Why a Minneapolis neighborhood sharpens a giant pencil every year

Earthen clay floors offer healthier, cheaper, and eco-friendly construction method in Uganda

Old curiosities, a history hunter’s mission to salvage a bygone age

Oreo maker Mondelez sues Aldi, alleging grocery chain copies its packaging to confuse customers

French Open tennis players say nasal strips aren’t just for snoring

The art of crafting Japan’s most sacred shrine–in miniature

Exercise boosts survival rates in colon cancer patients, study shows

Jury convicts New York-Paris flight stowaway who slipped past gate agents

Using green waste to grow vegetables for those in need

Tourism bucks or cruise ship harms, the dilemma for Shetland Islands

95-year-old fitness instructor leads twice weekly exercise classes

Bored with manicured lawns, some homeowners adopt No Mow May all year long

Meet Hercules and Ned, the border collies fending off wildlife at West Virginia’s busiest airport

No more samba on the strand? Rio de Janeiro to limit live music on the beaches

Blind tennis champion Naqi Rizvi lobbies for sport’s awareness and Paralympic inclusion

World Bee Day: Bees facing new threats, putting our own survival at risk

Charlie Chaplin and Miss Piggy are amongst the icons recreated at Sand Sculpture festival in Denmark

Spain orders Airbnb to block nearly 66,000 holiday rental listings over rule violations

Sailing from Oregon to Hawaii after quitting his job turns a man with a cat into social media star

School newspapers thousands of miles apart team up to heal from wildfires

Thai officials seize over 200 tons of electronic waste illegally imported from the US

Nebraska to ban soda and energy drinks from SNAP under first USDA waiver

Tiny vases, monstrous sculptures and more: artists challenge our assumptions about pottery at luxury ceramics show in London

Sleep like a sultan: Moroccan capital Rabat expands luxury tourism sector

Utah dentists prepare for the first statewide fluoride ban

House Republicans propose $5 billion for private school vouchers

Mexico says US suspension of beef imports because of screwworm is unfair

As Biden-era ‘junk fee’ rule takes effect, Ticketmaster says it will display fees more clearly

Liam and Olivia dominate—again—with top baby names for a sixth year in a row

Reopening Alcatraz as prison could impact popular tourist spot in San Francisco

In high school Ethics Bowl, it’s not about winning, but how you play the game

Food delivery service Deliveroo surges following $3.6B proposed takeover offer from DoorDash

Rebels in Colombia are recruiting youth on social media. The UN wants TikTok and Facebook to do more

A man airlifted from Japan’s Mount Fuji returns to the slope days later and is rescued again

What’s that rash? Put some thought into asking Google for medical help

Amazon launches its first internet satellites to compete against SpaceX’s Starlinks

Market doctors hit the streets to reach poor traders needing medical care

Global coral bleaching has now hit 84% of ocean’s reefs in biggest-ever event

‘Star Wars’ fans wave lightsabers as an upcoming film gets announced in Japan

Sweets from the sky! A helicopter marshmallow drop thrills kids in suburban Detroit

‘World’s oldest’ restaurant celebrates 300th anniversary

A 6-hour morning routine? First, try a few simple habits to start your day

FTC sues Uber, alleging it signed up Uber One subscribers without their permission

Climate change isn’t funny but comedians are using humor to raise awareness of it

Australia’s ‘Spud Sisters’ push lesser-known potato varieties

A horse therapy program in Namibia brings joy to children with learning disabilities

A restaurant in Havana defies Cuba’s tech struggles with digital menus and a robot waitress

Sleep training is no longer just for babies. Some schools are teaching teens how to sleep

Japanese leader says he hopes Osaka expo will help reunite a divided world

Instagram tries using AI to determine if teens are pretending to be adults

Gamers try out latest Nintendo Switch 2 console in New York

Heritage train keeps steam travel alive in South Africa

Garbage piles up on Birmingham’s streets after weeks of sanitation strike in the UK city

Here’s what to know about nations considering the 1st global tax on emissions for shipping

Remember public phones? The Masters still offers old-school devices as alternative to cellphones

Scholarships for child care are drying up. Now families are paying the price

A machine using ultrasound and AI can gauge the fattiness of a tuna fish

Tulips trending on social media thanks to influencers

Immerse yourself in the world of Minecraft at new London experience

Bodega cats make New Yorkers’ hearts purr, even if they violate state regulations

Australian conservatives withdraw campaign pledge to stop remote work for public employees

Even weekend workouts could help you live longer

Cooking with kids teaches healthy eating, life skills and more

Microsoft’s AI division head wants to create a lasting relationship between chatbots and their users

Independent US ski resorts get tech overhaul to futureproof their business

Student magazine encourages high schoolers to stop scrolling and engage with impactful student journalism

A 16th-century Spanish explorer claimed this Florida beach town. Now it’s a remote work hotspot

A beloved library that united the US and Canada faces new border restrictions

From orange peels to bottle caps: Thousands of artists create their own ‘Girl with a Pearl Earring’

Dollar Tree offloads Family Dollar chain for $1 billion, ending a decade-long effort to find a fit

Plastics are seeping into farm fields, food and eventually human bodies. Can they be stopped?

Bold colors, stripes, patterns and outdoor living are the latest trends at UK Ideal Home Show

Hybrid training: A look at the new wellness trend

‘Danish Viking blood is boiling.’ Danes boycott US goods with fervor as others in Europe do so too

Stressed? Sick? Swiss town lets doctors prescribe free museum visits as art therapy for patients

Japan becomes the first team to qualify for the 2026 World Cup after host nations

More states requiring paid medical or sick leave

A mix of science and tradition helps restore relics in China’s Forbidden City

Mobile dialysis unit in Kenya brings hope to patients in remote villages

Simple oven uses the energy of the sun to cook food

Visa fee hikes and delays hinder international artists from touring the United States

Shohei Ohtani merchandise is prompting long lines—even in the rain—in Tokyo

Artists battle it out in Sydney art competitions

Eat grass-fed beef, help the planet? Research says not so simple

Electric vehicle owners don’t buy gas. States look for other ways to pay for roads and bridges

One small business navigates Trump’s on-again, off-again tariffs on Canadian and Mexican goods

South African artist’s vibrant sculptures fill Johannesburg parks with color and joy

New York Yankees drop ban on beards, 49 years after it was imposed by owner George Steinbrenner

Kennedy and influencers bash seed oils, baffling nutrition scientists

Majority of the world’s population breathes dirty air, report says

Can sandals be art? Birkenstock says yes, but a German court says no

Cybercrime crew stole then resold hundreds of tickets to Swift concerts, prosecutors say

Mobile tech industry expected to generate $11 trillion for world economy

HMD unveils device for teens and new Nokia update for football fans

Trump’s transportation department cancels new review step that could’ve slowed state projects

Microsoft shutting down Skype in May

Hulu viewers miss Oscars climax in latest mishap for streaming platforms’ live programming

Lobster fishermen can sue environmental group for defamation, judge says

Healthy school lunch program expands in Tasmania

Chinese tech firm Huawei unveils first tri-folding phone

Trump administration wants to ban junk food from SNAP

College sports put a twist on team spirit, with signature brews at games and grocers

Beauty market targets the young at heart in a rapidly aging Japan

Thieves used stolen card to buy $523,000 French lottery ticket, the victim wants to share jackpot

Chess grandmaster Magnus Carlsen broke a dress code with jeans. Now he’s selling them for charity

Is spending all day on your feet at work an occupational hazard?

UK coins tested for quality in the ‘Trial of the Pyx’ ceremony

Rural nonprofits face uncertainty after federal funding freeze

NASA’s two stuck astronauts are returning to Earth sooner under new plan

Bakery owner in New England says he was offended over town’s decision against pastry painting

How the brain of a London cabbie could help shape AI and Alzheimer’s research

Louisiana to end mass vaccine promotion, state’s top health official says

Community groups help curb loneliness in Australia

Large areas of the Earth will be too hot for humans if we hit 2 degrees Celsius above preindustrial levels, according to new study

AI skin cancer detection app claims 99.8 percent accuracy rate in ruling out cancer

Flu season in the US is the most intense it’s been in at least 15 years

Japan’s hot spring bathing macaques draw record crowds, raising concern for their welfare

Cats won’t be banned in Scotland, the government confirms

Amazon to pay nearly $4M to settle lawsuit alleging it took tips from drivers

‘Back to plastic’: Trump pushes for plastic straws as he declares paper ones ‘don’t work’

Bun run: Copenhageners run to the best cakes in town

Boston first-time homeowner describes 30-year pursuit of a dream that’s out of reach for many others

AI-assisted works can get copyright with enough human creativity, says US Copyright Office

University in Perth tackles shortage of sonographers in Western Australia

WWE continues to expand its social media reach with Royal Rumble

Paradox Museum Miami takes guests through a 21st-century funhouse of mind-boggling illusions

UK’s biggest water company seeks court approval for emergency funding to prevent nationalization

Global tech stocks rattled by DeepSeek a new Chinese AI chatbot

Big Tech wants to plug data centers right into power plants. Utilities say it’s not fair

Australian Open champion Madison Keys credits therapy with helping her off a tennis court and on

Dubai’s ceaseless boom is putting strains on its residents

Pug Paradise: South African couple create sanctuary for hundreds of pugs

Coke jumps on a nostalgic trend with new Coca-Cola Orange Cream flavor

Starbucks’s policy change flushes out a debate over public restroom access

Upcycling dumped clothes in Kenya may help save the planet

Wealth of billionaires like Trump, Musk soared in 2024, report says during meeting in Davos

California officials warn against price gouging as rents soar in fire-stricken Los Angeles

US lawsuit accuses PepsiCo of price discrimination that favored Walmart over smaller stores

Doctors worry that iodine deficiency—a dietary problem from the past—is coming back

UK’s largest car factory is home to thriving wildlife, solar and wind farm

A key to protecting apples from climate change might be hiding in Michigan’s forests

Exoskeletons and AI gyms—top health gadgets at CES tech show

Welcome to Kenya’s private city that could offer a glimpse of country’s urban future

College tuition has fallen significantly at many schools

Luxury AI-powered hotel promises to be the future of hospitality

Ryanair calls for alcoholic drink limit at EU airports amid legal action against unruly passenger

New labels will help people pick devices less at risk of hacking

Amazon ends its ‘Try Before You Buy’ option for Prime members

Flying cars and care robots: Toyota’s futuristic city on show at CES

Dancing in the street: Kenyan capital emerges as social media and content creation hub

Losing your kids to doom scrolling? Greece is building a government app for that

Heineken® 0.0 commissions new anthropological study, revealing going alcohol-free can still raise eyebrows–especially among Gen Zers

Why Apple TV+ is offering a free weekend of binge-watching

Deputies are stuck using radios with Los Angeles County’s dispatch system out of commission

FDA limits toxic lead in some baby foods

Ireland struggles to manage power for its many data centers

Northern Lights bring tourism boost to Finnish Lapland

A million taxpayers are receiving up to $1,400 from the IRS. Who are they and why now?

Senate report alleges Amazon rejected warehouse safety recommendations due to productivity concerns

NBC Sports enters Madden video game universe with alternate broadcast on Peacock

Some elite US universities favor wealthy students in admissions decisions, lawsuit alleges

Butter becomes a luxury for some Europeans as price shoots up

Immersive light installation transforms 17th-century church in Amsterdam

Turning dusty attic treasures into cash can yield millions for some and disappointment for others

Japan’s largest bank apologizes over theft of millions of dollars from safe deposit boxes

A Mississippi company is sentenced for mislabeling cheap seafood as premium local fish

Mysterious googly eyes go viral after appearing on public art in Oregon

Plastic waste pays school fees in impoverished Lagos community

Sophia, a famous robot and global icon of AI, wins hearts at Zimbabwe’s innovation fair

Do weighted blankets help you sleep better? Here’s what to know

Australian doctors turn to social media to book appointments for patients

Literacy materials dropped by many schools face new pressure from struggling readers’ parents

Sale of UK’s Observer, world’s oldest Sunday newspaper and a bastion of liberal values, is agreed

More than three-quarters of the land on Earth is permanently drying due to climate change

California to consider requiring mental health warnings on social media sites

Hong Kong will display 2,500 panda sculptures to capitalize on a local bear craze

Philadelphia goes the distance with RockyFest week dedicated to ‘Rocky’ movies

Sumo to hold second-ever event outside of Japan, returning to London after 34 years

Is Enron back? If it’s a joke, some former employees aren’t laughing

End of an era for the largest model railway in southeastern Europe

Nearly 30% of US drugstores closed in one decade, study shows

What billionaires and their advisers say keeps them from giving more and faster

Panasonic opens its first fully renewable energy factory in Europe, powered by solar and hydrogen

Sails ahoy! Pioneers spearhead comeback for wind to clean up global shipping

Libraries are becoming hubs for public health across the U.S.

Campbell’s shareholders approve the company’s new, soupless name

Disabled Americans rely on rideshare apps but say they still face discrimination

Think ‘brain rot’ summed up 2024? Oxford agrees it was the word of the year

Cyber Monday shoppers were expected to set a record on the year’s biggest day for online shopping

Lighthouse keeper retires after 25 years working on remote Australian island

Paintings by world-famous Moomins creator Tove Jansson on show in Finland

Meet Daisy, the ‘AI granny’ taking on telephone scammers

Ancient meets modern as a new subway in Greece showcases archeological treasures

Michigan State engineering prof, student design helmet inserts to help drown out crowd noise for QBs

Even with access to blockbuster obesity drugs, some people don’t lose weight

Snack judgment: Spanish court slaps supermarket that fired a worker for eating a croquette

People on breathing machines struggle without power after weather disasters

Grocery chains vied for a place on Thanksgiving tables with turkey dinner deals and store brands

Australian schools urged to open school grounds after hours to unlock more green spaces

New FDA rules for TV drug ads: Simpler language and no distractions

Vatican, Microsoft create AI-generated St. Peter’s Basilica to allow virtual visits, log damage

More states are ditching exams as high school graduation requirements

Japan’s sake brewers hope UNESCO heritage listing can boost rice wine’s appeal

What makes walking so great for your health and what else do you need to do

As world warms, brewer Carlsberg breeds more climate tolerant crops

New exhibition aims to broaden understanding of Africa through art and cultural history

Australian states back national plan to ban children younger than 16 from social media

Too many wild deer are roaming England’s forests. Can promoting venison to consumers help?

He’s fast, feisty, and could play Quidditch. Meet the bat that won a beauty contest

In this Florida school district, some parents are pushing back against a cellphone ban

US agency says Tesla’s public statements imply that its vehicles can drive themselves. They can’t

Most people who need hearing aids don’t use them. What to know about the tools available to you.

Christmas businesses count on customers to spend more on decor

A courtroom of relief: FBI recovers funds for victims of scammed banker

Ethiopia bans imports of gas-powered private vehicles, but the switch to electric is a bumpy ride

Japan plans automated cargo transport system to relieve shortage of drivers and cut emissions

As data center industry booms, an English village becomes a battleground

Hello Kitty turns 50 with new exhibition in Tokyo

Cello-playing robot performs with symphony orchestra

Deadly E. coli outbreak linked to McDonald’s Quarter Pounders

Nevada jury hands $5.2 billion verdict against Vegas company in bottled water liver damage lawsuit

Near complete dinosaur up for grabs to the highest bidder with the largest display space

Artisan cheese seller in a pickle after thieves made off with massive cheddar haul

From paper to pencils: one couple’s mission to make education greener

New Ghost Wasp discovered in Australia

Hungarian researchers unveil autonomous drone swarm technology

US standouts in arts and humanities honored by emotional Biden

The cost of rising number of injuries in European soccer nears $800 million, report finds

GoFundMe bets social media can unlock Gen Z giving. A Meta partnership and new tools will test that

India bringing in a new law to curb the menace of hoax bomb threat calls disrupting airlines flying

Take a look inside Hotel Yugoslavia—once the go-to place for royalty and celebrities—now derelict

Mexican schools have 6 months to ban junk food sales or face heavy fines

A talking dodo leads a new AI experiment at a zoology museum

Lowriding is more than just cars, it’s about family, culture, and pride for US Latinos

Wimbledon tennis tournament replaces line judges with technology in break with tradition

Don’t expect human life expectancy to grow much more, researcher says

The Aboriginal women helping to keep traditional bush medicine alive in Australia

California Senate passes bill aimed at preventing gas price spikes

A Southern California school plants a ‘Moon Tree’ grown with seeds flown in space

Australian opal miners fear for industry as land converted to national park

The robotic arms that have learned to copy an artist’s brush strokes

Turning the tide on plastic waste: Kenya’s Lamu Islanders upcycled washed up litter into boats

Japan’s Kojima is a mecca for vintage denim

Thousands of shipping containers have been lost at sea. What happens when they burst open?

Is the food in the fridge still good? California wants to end the guessing game

No evidence of major fuel spill on Samoan reef where New Zealand navy ship sank

Ballot measure takes aim at large-scale animal farms in California county

Australia’s small town stores battle for survival in online shopping age

Criminals set up fake online pharmacies to sell deadly counterfeit pills, prosecutors say

As theaters struggle, many independent cinemas in Los Angeles are finding their audience

Epic Games sues Google and Samsung over phone settings, accusing them of violating antitrust laws

Meta hit with $102 million privacy fine from European Union over 2019 password security lapse

Diners are skipping restaurants and making more meals at home as inflation trend inverts

How colorful, personalized patches bring joy to young cancer patients

How a robotic dog that fire blasts weeds could help curb pesticide use in agriculture

Thai zoo moves to patent image of baby pygmy hippo Moo Deng

Tupperware lifts the lid on its financial problems with bankruptcy filing

FIFA teams up with UN health agency for campaign to educate world soccer about concussion

Turkey wants to regulate Germany’s beloved döner kebab street food

Alcohol-free beer is gaining popularity, even at Oktoberfest

Guilt-free snacking: UK farmers produce energy-making potato crisps in a fully compostable packet

The world of VR made a reality for rural Kenyan children

Starbucks’s new CEO wants to recapture the coffeehouse vibe

Dedicated artists are keeping Japan’s ancient craft of temari alive

Germany’s first hobby horsing championship gallops through Frankfurt

A plan to extract gold from mining waste worries Colorado town

Osaka gears up for the 2025 World Expo with memories of hosting a half-century ago

Will smart homes and AI appliances tempt consumers at Berlin tech show?

Dogs working 9 to 5: the Australian office full of hounds and hugs

Autoworkers learn sign language hoping connection with deaf colleagues improves work and lives

She made ‘very demure’ go viral. Now she wants to trademark its use.

Tennis attire is everywhere. Credit the pandemic, social media and pickleball

US halts plan to remove iconic stray cats from a historic area in Puerto Rico’s capital

Ticketmaster’s pricing for Oasis tickets is under investigation in the UK

Product sourcing a challenge for Canadian skincare maker

App offers Australian diners solution to restaurant background noise

High rents are forcing small businesses into tough choices like raising prices or changing location

Japan wants its hardworking citizens to try a 4-day workweek

Consumers should immediately stop using this magnetic game due to ingestion risks, agency warns

UK college class uses AI instead of human teachers

Fake online reviews and testimonials are a headache for small businesses. They hope the FTC can help

Stockholm sees rise in food waste recycling, following new national law

Jumping lights, driving down one-way streets, Ugandan motorcycles provide employment and traffic chaos

Cruise will dispatch some of its trouble-ridden robotaxis to join Uber’s ride-hailing service

‘Tiny forests’ spring up in urban areas to combat climate change

Philadelphia airport celebrates its brigade of stress-busting therapy dogs

Police officers are starting to use AI chatbots to write crime reports. Will they hold up in court?

Comic Relief US launches new Roblox game to help children build community virtually and in real life

After a stroke, this musician found his singing voice again with help from a special choir

Can stunning landscapes and adventures tempt Western tourists to visit Mongolia?

White House says prescription drug deals will produce billions in savings for taxpayers, seniors

Social media influencers descend on the White House, where Biden calls them the new ‘source of news’

Arizona, Nevada and Mexico will lose same amount of Colorado River water next year

Sweden reports 1st case of more infectious form of mpox first identified in Congo

Massachusetts governor signs law phasing out toxic PFAS in firefighters’ gear

California town without addresses divided over plan to issue street numbers

The soft and stretchable ‘jelly batteries’ that could be implanted in humans to treat health conditions

Google and Selena Gomez partner to fund teen mental health in the classroom

The US government wants to make it easier for you to click the ‘unsubscribe’ button

Dolce & Gabbana launches a new perfume for dogs, but some vets and pet-owners are skeptical

Seniors prepare for a world altered by artificial intelligence

FDA approves first nasal spray to treat dangerous allergic reactions

Azerbaijan’s rising luxury tourism: golf courses, high-end shopping and five-star hotels

Smartphone app changes learning for Uganda’s visually impaired students

Plant or Paint? The London rooftops transformed to combat heatwaves

Hong Kong hits back at Italy’s protest against fencer Cheung’s win with posts on pineapple pizza

TikTok agrees to withdraw rewards feature after EU raised concerns about potential online addiction

Biodiverse ‘Wind Cave’ receives World Heritage status

Korean Air says turbulence is knocking instant noodles off its economy menu

Mind-bending optical illusions at new London museum

They expected an Olympic boon, but some Paris businesses experienced an Olympic tourism bust

Midwest sees surge in calls to poison control centers amid bumper crop of wild mushrooms

White House says no need to restrict “open-source” artificial intelligence—at least for now

Farmers in Africa say their soil is dying, chemical fertilizers are partly to blame

Massachusetts governor says there’s nothing she can do to prevent 2 hospitals from closing

Spicy dispute over the origins of Flamin’ Hot Cheetos winds up in court

4000 My Little Ponies feature in an exhibition showcasing hobbies, alongside homemade banjos and customized Action Men

Community cooking classes help make healthy meals more affordable

West Virginia school will remain open for now amid toxic groundwater fears

Amazon Prime Day is a big event for scammers, experts warn

CrowdStrike CEO called to testify to Congress over cybersecurity’s firm role in global tech outage

Restaurant critic’s departure reveals potential hazards of the job

Netflix’s subscriber and earnings growth gather more momentum as password-sharing crackdown pays off

The fuel made from air and water that could power F1 cars

How AI could predict whether early signs of dementia will develop into Alzheimer’s

Stop & Shop closing 32 underperforming grocery stores in the Northeast

Thailand is set to roll out a controversial $13.8 billion handout plan in digital money to citizens

US senators call out Big Tech’s new approach to poaching talent, products from smaller AI startups

Milk, eggs, and now bullets for sale in handful of US grocery stores with ammo vending machines

Hong Kong’s government seeks to regulate online car-hailing platforms, a move likely to affect Uber

Ancient tree from India may replace petroleum, company hopes

Post-COVID tourism slowly recovers in Saipan, backed by South Korean visitors

Aqua aerobics rides wave of popularity in post-pandemic Australia

Air travel is getting worse. That’s what passengers are telling the US government

Thanks to a $1 billion gift, most Johns Hopkins medical students will no longer pay tuition

As AI booms, Google’s having a hard time slashing its emissions

Japan issues new yen banknotes packed with 3D hologram technology to fight counterfeiting

The Herds will see over a hundred cardboard animal puppets travel across Africa and Europe to highlight climate change

Efforts to save Hong Kong’s disappearing neon signs

‘Lab-grown’ meat maker hosts Miami tasting party as Florida ban goes into effect

Millions in Nigeria have little to no electricity, straining businesses and public services

California considers unique safety regulations for AI companies, but faces tech firm opposition

Cutting-edge technology on show at Euro 2024 is changing the face of soccer

Swedes take a new step in parental leave. Grandparents can now get paid to take care of grandkids

Residents of Australian town fight to stop 1,800 new homes in koala habitat

Summer camps adapt to more frequent heat waves

A Mexico City neighborhood keeps the iconic Volkswagen Beetle alive

California governor wants to restrict smartphone usage in schools

North American car dealerships revert to pen and paper after cyberattacks on software provider

Luxury sales flattening, amid creativity crisis and price hikes

Not yet as famous as ramen or sushi, humble onigiri rice ball is soul food of Japan

Thieves more and more are targeting copper-rich cables at electric vehicle charging stations

Dairy farms reduce climate impact with methane digesters, but communities worry about effects

Tobacco-like warning label for social media sought by US Surgeon General who asks Congress to act

School’s out, and the kids are bored. That’s not necessarily a bad thing.

The IRS wants to end another major tax loophole for the wealthy and raise $50 billion in the process

Darwin’s voyage recreated by young environmentalists

Former OpenAI employees lead push to protect whistleblowers flagging artificial intelligence risks

Doodling artist scrawls the walls of fashionable London restaurant

Divers plunge into the world’s deepest pool in Dubai

Demand for food delivery has skyrocketed. So have complaints about some drivers

Rural pharmacies fill a healthcare gap in the US. Owners say it’s getting harder to stay open

The UN says more aquatic animals were farmed than fished in 2022. That’s the first time in history

Coffee, sculptures, and financial advice. Banks try to make new branches less intimidating

AI race for chatbot training data could run out of human-written text

Ford refurbishes old train station, a former eyesore that had become a symbol of Detroit’s decline

Inside world’s first ‘cobot hub’

Poppi faces lawsuit from consumer who questions its gut health claims

FIFA unites World Cup winners and club executives as teammates to study for soccer diploma

Expect the cost of your airfare to continue to rise, an aviation trade group and industry heads warn

Truckers suing to block New York’s congestion fee for Manhattan drivers

New York City is building more public toilets and launching an online locator so you can find them

Bio-printed skin and self-learning prosthetic hands harness AI at Paris tech show

Jolly hockey sticks on a unicycle—Australia’s hockey championships

Borrowers, especially the young, struggle with credit card debt in potentially bad sign for economy

World Health Assembly hopes to reinforce pandemic preparedness after bold treaty project stalls

Cats on the moon? Google’s AI tool is producing misleading responses that have experts worried

Independent booksellers continued to expand in 2023, with more than 200 new stores opening

The Justice Department is suing Ticketmaster and Live Nation. What does that mean for concertgoers?

Flying cars could become a reality in Tokyo as city carries out first demo

Ghana firm tackles missed business with mobile internet

Climbing limits are being set on Mount Fuji to fight crowds and littering

Microsoft’s AI chatbot will ‘recall’ everything you do on a PC

McDonald’s plans $5 US meal deal this month to counter customer frustration over high prices

China’s rapid solar expansion comes with help from local residents and businesses

Bicycle shops have bumpy ride since pandemic

Children plant bamboo to combat dire air pollution from Kenya’s biggest dumpsite

DC lawmakers and pro footballers team up to support soccer in tenth Congressional game

New Mexico judge halts state mandate for school districts to adopt calendars with more school days

Technology crushing human creativity? Apple’s new iPad ad has struck a nerve online

Fine dining, at a new high. A Michelin-starred chef will take his cuisine to our upper atmosphere

Red, yellow, green … and white? Smarter vehicles could mean big changes for the traffic light

Push for climate education brings students hope for future

Patients in Kenya sell their health data to get medical care

Science and nature inspire huge new sculpture series at London’s Kew Gardens

Scammers stole more than $3.4 billion from older Americans last year, an FBI report says

Australians turn off gas amid price hikes and supply gaps

Africa’s climate tech startups battle for more funding

Want to show teachers appreciation? This top school gives them more freedom

Former Starbucks CEO Schultz says company needs to refocus on coffee as sales struggle

Japan has fallen hard for its hot, slurpy ramen noodles

Global plastic pollution treaty talks hit critical stage in Ottawa

Airlines will now be required to give automatic cash refunds for canceled and delayed flights

Hefty fines incoming for tourists who fail to pay entrance fee to Venice’s historic city center

New York City to require warning labels for sugary foods and drinks in chain restaurants

Journalists critical of their own companies cause headaches for news organizations

Surging auto insurance rates squeeze drivers

Rail spikes hammered, bullet train being built from Sin City to the City of Angels

From stilettos to sheep: the bizarre and wonderful ceramic art on show in London

A coffee roastery in Finland has launched an AI-generated blend. The results were surprising

Japanese doctors demand damages from Google over ‘groundless’ reviews

When red-hot isn’t enough: New government heat risk tool sets magenta as most dangerous level

Tenants with pets could find more rentals under California bill

Record Store Day celebrates indie retail music sellers as they ride vinyl’s popularity wave

Oregon city’s challenge in US Supreme Court could change country’s homeless camping policies

Organic cows run towards open fields after a winter spent in the cowshed in Denmark

With ‘functional’ beverages, brands rush to quench a thirst for drinks that do more than taste good

Japanese Ukiyo-e art comes alive in new immersive exhibition in Milan

Poland’s kids rejoice over new rules against homework. Teachers and parents aren’t so sure

Faced with possibly paying for news, Google removes links to California news sites for some users

Internet providers must now be more transparent about fees, pricing, FCC says

Traditional globes are still big business even in the age of Google Earth

The London restaurant cooking up sustainable fine dining menus

Failed Australian rideshare app accuses Uber of illegally operating service to gain unfair advantage

UK airports get more time to put in new scanners that will allow more liquids and packed laptops

Google to purge billions of files containing personal data in settlement of Chrome privacy case

A Swiss castle becomes the world’s first Water Library

California-based 99 Cents Only Stores is closing down, citing COVID, inflation, and product theft

Sword fighting offers hope for youth in Nairobi’s poorest areas

Successful breeding campaign helps save rare crocodile from near extinction

Tennessee just became the first state to protect musicians and other artists against AI

AT&T says a data breach leaked millions of customers’ information online. Were you affected?

Chick-fil-A backtracks from its no-antibiotics-in-chicken pledge, blames projected supply shortages

Facebook News tab becomes unavailable as Meta scales back news and political content

Lego head mugshots add to California’s debate on policing and privacy

Gardening bloomed during the pandemic, now garden centers want to keep interest up

AI robot monitors the health of tulips in fields

McDonald’s apologizes for global system outage that shut down some stores for hours

A new kind of hospital is coming to rural America. To qualify, facilities must close their beds

Recycling electronics to reduce E-Waste in Kenya

A pioneering bill to slow fast fashion gets approval from France’s lower house. Next stop, the Senate

Judge denies Apple’s attempt to dismiss a class-action lawsuit over AirTag stalking

Cows join horses and dogs for human-animal therapy

Australian consumers joining local cooperative to keep food costs down

Trader Joe’s $3 mini totes went viral on TikTok. Now, they’re reselling for hundreds

Libraries struggle to afford the demand for e-books, seek new state laws in fight with publishers

South Korea criticizes senior doctors for threatening to resign to support their juniors’ walkouts

Honda and Nissan agree to work together in developing electric vehicles and intelligent technology

At US universities, record numbers of Indian students seek brighter prospects—and overseas jobs

Immerse yourself in an entire digital amusement park in Saudi Arabia

How plastic-eating worms could be solution to Southeast Asia’s waste problem

The Body Shop ceases US operations, with plans to close dozens of stores in the UK and Canada

Pencils down: SATs are going all digital, and students have mixed reviews of the new format

Autonomous robot takeaway delivery arrives in Tokyo

‘Dragon Ball’ creator Akira Toriyama dies at 68

Kate, Princess of Wales, apologizes for altering family photo that fueled rumors about her health

Jupiter’s moon Europa may have less oxygen than expected, a finding that might put a damper on life

More than one hundred new species found in deep-sea coral reefs and sponge gardens

Airlines could face more fines for mishandling wheelchairs under a Biden administration proposal

Wendy’s says it has no plans to raise prices during the busiest times at its restaurants

Visitors line up to see and smell a corpse flower’s stinking bloom in San Francisco

Senegal’s top surfer wants a fighting chance to compete at the Olympics

Singapore prime minister defends exclusive deal with Taylor Swift that riles some neighbors

Trial to see whether AI app accurately detects TB cough

Bendy phones and satellite connectivity – new handsets showcased at Barcelona’s MWC

American Airlines is raising bag fees and changing how customers earn frequent-flyer points

Germany plans to enable underground storage of carbon dioxide at offshore sites

Phones are distracting students in class. More states are pressing schools to ban them

FX reaches back over 400 years for its next ambitious series, adapting the hit novel ‘Shogun’

Manufacturers betting on futuristic air taxis amid push for sustainable travel

Lab-grown diamonds come with sparkling price tags, but many have cloudy sustainability claims

Researchers look at alternative sources of rubber

Plush wars? Squishmallows toy maker and Build-A-Bear sue each other over ‘copycat’ accusations

FDA expands use of asthma drug Xolair to treat severe food allergies

UK Motorhome industry shows resilience post-pandemic and despite cost of living crisis

Lyft shares rocket 62% over a typo in the company’s earnings release

‘Soaring’ over hills or ‘playing’ with puppies, study finds seniors enjoy virtual reality

Fruity fashion: Kenyan pineapple waste that used to be burnt made into shoes and bags

Masked ball is the social highlight of the Venice Carnival

Coke hopes to excite younger drinkers with new raspberry-flavored Coca-Cola Spiced

Adidas Arena inaugurated in Paris for the Olympics

Smoking in cars with kids is banned in 11 states, and West Virginia could be next

Woman with brain bleed mistakenly arrested by state trooper for drunken driving, lawsuit says

California bill would ban all plastic shopping bags at grocery stores

Artist paints colorful designs on power poles in Australian town

US prison labor tied to some of the world’s most popular food brands

California Gov. Gavin Newsom pledges to remove dams to restore salmon runs

Controversial podcast host Joe Rogan signs a new deal with Spotify for up to a reported $250 million

Ukrainian poetry nights in Berlin keep language alive

Parisians vote to hit SUVs with eye-popping parking costs in latest green drive before Olympics

Taylor Swift, Bad Bunny, and others may vanish from TikTok as licensing dispute boils over

Danish city tackles single-use trash with first-of-its-kind deposit scheme

What is cute? From kittens to kitsch at new exhibition in London

Federally qualified health centers under pressure

Australian project leans on Montessori model in elderly care rethink

Iranian woman turns scrap metal into stunning artwork

The world’s largest cruise ship has 20 decks, 7 pools and would cover almost 4 city blocks

A US scientist has brewed up a storm by offering Britain advice on making tea

Queensland school tackles classroom stress with mindfulness

Remotely driven car rental service launches in Las Vegas

Pets become big business in India

Japan becomes the fifth country to land a spacecraft on the moon

Think twice before stopping to take photo on a Las Vegas Strip pedestrian bridge, or risk jail time

Nigerian company turns old tires into paving bricks, floor tiles, even flip flops

Japanese carmaker that faked safety tests sees long wait to reopen factories

Rising costs fail to deter cosplayers from their hobby

From selfie mirrors that predict risk of disease to gadgets to help the elderly, health tech is big trend at CES

The world could get its first trillionaire within 10 years, anti-poverty group Oxfam says

A judge has temporarily halted enforcement of an Ohio law limiting kids’ use of social media

MLS and Apple announce all-access docuseries chronicling 2024 season

No joke: Feds are banning humorous electronic messages on highways

China’s ‘ice city’ Harbin sees tourism boom

Artificial intelligence dominates Las Vegas tech show CES

Scientists find about a quarter million invisible nanoplastic particles in a liter of bottled water

Judges in England and Wales are given cautious approval to use AI in writing legal opinions

The new FAFSA is meant to make applying for college aid easier, but not everyone can access it yet

PepsiCo products are being pulled from some Carrefour grocery stores in Europe over price hikes

A dog shelter gets a warm response to its appeal for homes for its pups during a cold snap in Poland

SpaceX accused of unlawfully firing employees who were critical of Elon Musk

Après-ski themed dining in Los Angeles lets diners escape to the European Alps

Looking for adventure, tourists swim on the edge of the Arctic Circle

Suspect arrested in alleged theft of a Banksy stop sign decorated with military drones

Hawaii announces first recipients of student loan payment program for healthcare workers

The secret life of gift cards: Here’s what happens to the billions that go unspent each year

As social media guardrails fade and AI deepfakes go mainstream, experts warn of impact on elections

Mickey Mouse will soon belong to you and me — with some caveats

Robot helps seniors fight loneliness; it converses, plays music and gives virtual tours

Luxury chocolate factory provides employment for people with special needs

Cocoa grown illegally in a Nigerian rainforest heads to companies that supply major chocolate makers

Here’s what you need to know about the deadly salmonella outbreak tied to cantaloupe

Love it or hate it, self-checkout is here to stay. But it’s going through a reckoning

California lawsuit says Ralphs broke the law by asking job-seekers about their criminal histories

Apple to halt sales of its newest watches in US over patent dispute

Scientists confirm rediscovery of ‘tap-dancing’ trapdoor spider not seen for nearly a century

Mushroom foraging is fun, but can be toxic, warn experts

US returns to Greece 30 ancient artifacts worth $3.7 million, including marble statues

Tesla recalls nearly all vehicles sold in US to fix system that monitors drivers using Autopilot

Amazon, Target and more will stop selling water beads marketed to kids due to rising safety concerns

New York removes medical debt from credit reports

Prince Harry wins phone hacking lawsuit against British tabloid publisher, awarded 140,000 pounds

Is a floating dairy farm a solution for climate change?

Australian hospital uses music to stabilize children’s heart rates

With no supermarket for residents of Atlantic City, mobile groceries bring food and produce to communities in need

The Dodgers gave Shohei Ohtani $700 million to hit and pitch—but also because he can sell

Technology built the cashless society. Advances are helping the unhoused so they’re not left behind

Tiny urban parks provide Sydney residents with much-needed green space

Miyazaki’s ‘The Boy and the Heron’ is No. 1 at the box office, a first for the Japanese anime master

Brewer Carlsberg opens attraction at site of first brewery, opened in 1847

Cures for disease may be step closer thanks to release of largest ever whole genome sequencing data

Brazilian city enacts an ordinance that was secretly written by ChatGPT

Diplomas for sale: $465, no classes required. Inside one of Louisiana’s unapproved schools

Kraft debuts dairy-free mac and cheese in the US

Jury orders egg suppliers to pay $17.7 million in damages for price gouging in 2000s

How COVID changed Hong Kong’s luxury yacht market

Babe Ruth baseball card expected to fetch over $10 million

Diving into the world of ‘fine water’

France remains ‘le grand fromage’ in the European Union, and Camembert remains in a wooden box

On the cusp of climate talks, UN chief Guterres visits crucial Antarctica

Deck the White House halls: Jill Biden wants holiday visitors to feel like kids again

New incentives could boost satisfaction with in-person work, but few employers are making changes

Well-known Japanese actors Yakusho Koji and Tsumabuki Satoshi speak at cinema masterclasses in Taiwan

Indoor fish farms in the US mimic salmon’s natural environment

Cans gone classy: tinned fish trend taking off

Not just kids play: Toy companies aim more products at older adults

Can new technologies persuade meat lovers to ditch beef or chicken for plant-based alternatives?

After WeWork’s collapse in the US, do shared office spaces have a future?

DC officials aim to deter rising car thefts and carjackings with AirTags and dash cameras

Many parents don’t know when kids are behind in school. Are report cards telling enough?

Barbies, flying dolls and Squishmallows expected to be Christmas best sellers

Adapting beer amid climate change

Governments, nonprofits and Home Depot united in tackling homelessness among veterans

‘The Legend of Zelda’ will be made into a live-action film

Celebrity-focused classes engage new law students

Amazon takes another shot at healthcare, this one a virtual care service that costs $9 per month

Cuban kids learn traditional dance to preserve the island’s unique heritage

The White House Historical Association is opening a technology-driven educational center in 2024

Some houses are being built to stand up to hurricanes and sharply cut emissions, too

Japan’s motor show aims to wow with its electric concepts

Water-intensive companies aim to use less

Small biz owners are both hopeful and anxious about the holidays, taking a cue from their customers

Rare bottle of whisky expected to fetch up to $1.4 million

Tiger Woods and Rory McIlroy’s TGL to feature 15-hole matches, overtime and lots of technology

Geneva International Motor Show comes to Qatar for the first time

Childcare centers just lost thousands of federal dollars. Families and providers scramble to cope

West Maui reopens to tourism on Nov. 1 after fire and workers are ready to return

Stargazers get full experience in Brazilian park as astro tourism gets popularity boost

Japan’s Prime Minister Kishida plans an income tax cut for households and corporate tax breaks

Disposable vapes can’t be reused, recycled, or trashed. So what happens to them?

New deadly bird flu cases reported in Iowa, joining 3 other states as disease resurfaces

Healthy aging essential as Europeans of retirement age will soon outstrip youth

Stockholm to ban gasoline and diesel cars in downtown commercial area

In the Amazon, millions breathe hazardous air as drought and wildfires spread through the rainforest

Serena Williams has a 2-book deal, starting with an ‘intimate’ and ‘open-hearted’ memoir

Amazon will start testing drones that will drop prescriptions on your doorstep, literally

So-called toddler milks are unregulated and unnecessary, a major pediatrician group says

Amazon, Tripadvisor, and other companies team up to battle fake reviews while FTC seeks to ban them

Natural wine uncorks back to basics movement in the U.S.

Myths to Manga: Japan-themed exhibition celebrates opening of London’s newly branded museum

Reese’s $25,000 promotion may violate sweepstakes laws

Drug used in diabetes treatment Mounjaro helped dieters shed 60 pounds, study finds

Ugandan leader’s plan to ban used Western clothing spreads panic among traders

Amid a mental health crisis, toy industry takes on a new role: building resilience

More states are teaching financial literacy. It could pay off for students struggling with math

From Coke floats to Cronuts, going viral can have a lasting effect on small businesses

CERN inaugurates new Science Gateway, a bridge to the outside world

Apple releases fix for issue causing the iPhone 15 to run ‘warmer than expected’

Mori Building opens new development in Tokyo, part of push to revitalize the city

An app shows how ancient Greek sites looked thousands of years ago. It’s a glimpse of future tech

Schools’ pandemic spending boosted tech companies. Did it help US students?

Amazon launches test satellites for its planned internet service to compete with SpaceX

David Beckham goes on an emotional rollercoaster for new documentary “Beckham”

How smart tech is transforming beekeeping

Are robot waiters the future? A restaurant in Kuwait thinks so

From clay to vibrant tiles: Fez’s Zellige gains global traction

Why bird-like drones can help with saving energy

Fueling up with waste: Kenyan company makes petrol from plastic

Novelist Murakami hosts Japanese ghost story reading ahead of Nobel Prize announcements

‘Lift’ – the ballet program uplifting young people living in homelessness

Meet the hominins brought back from the ancient past

Why being car-free is a distant future in Berlin

Amazon Prime Video will soon come with ads, or a $2.99 monthly charge to dodge them

GoFundMe refunds money to donors after being lied to by poker player

Free dental clinic improves the welfare of Aboriginal Australians

More schools are adopting 4-day weeks. For parents, the challenge is day 5

Dropping in with the smokejumpers

Indoor farms bloom despite challenges

California targets smash-and-grabs with $267 million program aimed at ‘brazen’ store thefts

Airbnb host ‘concerned’ about paying expenses as NYC enacts stricter rules

Citing sustainability, Starbucks wants to overhaul its iconic cup. Will customers go along?

Apple will update iPhone 12 in France after regulators said it emitted too much radiation

Johnson & Johnson is getting rid of its script logo after more than 130 years

From cargo police scooters to smaller e-bike motors, urban mobility has its place at the Munich motor show

Lawsuit filed over shrinking of Utah’s Great Salt Lake

Michigan State, Tennessee exhibition hoops game to benefit Maui wildfire charity

Puerto Rico’s public schools clamor for air conditioning to get relief from record-breaking heat

Delta Air Lines employees work up a sweat at boot camp, learning how to de-ice planes

AI that alters voice and imagery in political ads will require disclosure on Google and YouTube

Sweden brings more books and handwriting practice back to its tech-heavy schools

The foldable phone that turns into a bespoke clutch-style purse

Billionaires want to build a new city in rural California

Berlin Wall relic gets a ‘second life’ on US-Mexico border as Biden adds barriers

Invasive species threaten ecosystems according to new report

For small biz reliant on summer tourism, extreme weather is the new pandemic — for better or worse

Seniors gather at restaurants for meals in a program designed to feed social lives, end loneliness

This isn’t what I ordered: Lawsuits accuse Burger King, others of ads that misrepresent their foods

Climate activists target luxury yachts, jets

First couple visits DC public middle school to welcome back students

To stop wildfires, volunteers from Athens suburbs put their own money toward early warning drones

Europe cracks down on Big Tech. This is what changes when you sign on

Best Buy and the reluctant shopper. Sales fall as Americans pull back on spending

Reigning Olympic champion Sunisa Lee overcomes health issue to compete at US Championships

For travelers who want to avoid babies and kids, one airline will test an adults-only section

Marcie gets the spotlight as an introvert in new ‘Peanuts’ special

Biden vows gov’t will help Maui for ‘as long as it takes’ after wildfire

Spain’s Catalonia region declares a drought emergency in 24 towns that will see water cuts

Postal Service reduces air cargo by 90% over 2 years as part of cost-cutting effort

Chemical treatment deployed against invasive fish in Colorado River

Profit at Japan’s Honda doubles on healthy global auto and motorcycle sales

Water quality concerns halt Paris Olympics swimming test in the Seine

Elaborate clothing made from paper by Australian pensioner

Louisville parents outraged after bus route snarl that canceled classes

Zoom, which thrived on the remote work revolution, wants workers back in the office part-time

Fiction writers fear the rise of AI, but also see it as a story to tell

Young environmental activists prevail in first-of-its-kind climate change trial in Montana

Paper exams, chatbot bans: Colleges seek to ‘ChatGPT-proof’ assignments

Researchers explore Alaska’s deep sea

Deaf Broadway makes statement with ASL version of Sondheim’s ‘Company’

Solar panel recycling industry takes shape in U.S.

Prepare to flick off your incandescent bulbs for good under new US rules that kicked in

Camp for kids with limb differences also helps train students in physical and occupational therapy

Mega Millions jackpot soars past $1 billion

Vietnam car maker begins build for North Carolina electric vehicle plant that will employ thousands

Karachi, home to many people and many problems

Game on: London’s Science Museum gets permanent video games exhibit

Heat, pollution highlight economic disparities

More Trader Joe’s recalls? This soup may contain bugs and falafel may have rocks, grocer says

Opera for the public: Spain’s Teatro Real opera house offers free broadcast to towns and cities

Australia welcomes lifting of UNESCO threat to list Great Barrier Reef as World Heritage in danger

Johnny Depp creates debut self-portrait in ‘dark’ and ‘confusing’ time

India cuts rice exports, triggering panic-buying of food staple by some Indian expats in the US

Donated synthetic 2nd hand clothes creating environmental hazard for Kenyans

Masai giraffes more endangered than previously thought

British political candidate uses artificial intelligence to draw up election manifesto

Germans should emulate southern Europeans’ siesta during heat waves, public health group says

House aims to ease air travel delays with more money for air traffic controllers

Bankruptcy slams the brakes on Dutch e-bike manufacturer VanMoof

Undue influence? Anonymous donations to World Health Organization’s new foundation raise concerns

Geothermal: a little-known but efficient way to heat and cool your house

Rare fossils from the age of dinosaurs to go up for auction

Leonardo DiCaprio to fund scholarships, climate education at his former elementary school

Phoenix officials ask judge for more time in clearing downtown camp of homeless people

Got Sriracha? The price for a bottle of Huy Fong’s iconic hot sauce gets spicy with supplies short

Bank of America hit with $250M in fines and refunds for ‘double-dipping’ fees and fake accounts

Test scores show American students slipping further behind despite recovery efforts

Your food delivery driver? He’s the company’s co-founder

Meta launches Threads as rival to Twitter

Farmworkers in U.S. feel the heat