Takaichi’s Ruling Bloc Wins Landslide Election in Japan’s Lower House
In Japan’s two-chamber parliament, the lower house has more power, giving it more control over governing policy.
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Insiders: Passive Resistance Spreading Beyond Military in China
‘It’s not just the uniformed officers who don’t cooperate. Civilian administrators are also staying silent,’ a source inside China said.
Trump Meets With Honduran President Nasry Asfura in Florida
Honduran President Nasry ‘Tito’ Asfura was sworn into office on Jan. 27.
US Health Spending Explained in 5 Charts
Health care spending reached new heights in 2024 and continues to grow as a share of the U.S. economy, placing an increasing burden on consumers.
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Las Vegas Neighborhood Shaken by Suspected Illegal Biolab
Authorities sent more than 1,000 pieces of evidence, unknown substances to get tested.
Myopia: 2 in 5 People Are Affected–Here’s How to Slow Progression
A 2020 study found the average progression rate was -0.40 diopters per year in children whose myopia progressed.
Trump Approves Millions in Aid to Tennessee, Mississippi After Devastating Winter Storm
About 12,000 people in Mississippi are still without power as of Saturday night, according to PowerOutage.us.
Washington Post CEO Steps Down Days After Major Staff Cuts
The Washington Post has announced Jeff D’Onofrio to fill in as the publication’s acting CEO and publisher.
Inside Beijing’s Darkest State Crime—And Those Fighting to Expose It | Raymond Zhang
Zhang is the Peabody Award-winning director of the harrowing film ‘State Organs.’
Day in Photos: Protests in Milan, Flooding in Spain, and Miniature Railway
A glimpse into the world through the lens of photography.
Guthrie Family Says It Received a Message and ‘We Will Pay’ for Mother’s Return
The 84-year-old vanished after eating dinner with her family on Jan. 31.
Northeast Braces for Minus 30 Degree Wind Chill in Arctic Blast
The National Weather Service warned wind chills may reach as low as minus 30 degrees Fahrenheit in multiple states across the Northeast.
Friends Move, Partners Pass: How Older Adults Can Break the Loneliness Loop
Why meaningful connection matters for aging—and how to build it.
Israel Says Netanyahu to Meet With Trump in Washington Next Week
The Israeli Prime Minister’s office said negotiations between the U.S. and Iran should include constraints on Iran’s missile capabilities.
Federal Judge Orders Transportation Department to Restore Hudson Tunnel Project Funding
The two states were challenging funding cuts tied to federal scrutiny of diversity, equity, and inclusion contracting rules.
Is Romance Dead? A Valentine’s Day Response
A timeline of love in literature and pop culture proves that the holiday is alive.
How a Wheelchair Helped Cement the US-Saudi Relationship
In ‘This Week in History,’ Franklin D. Roosevelt exits the Yalta Conference with an eye on securing Arabian oil and a strong Middle East relationship.
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How a Bad Night’s Sleep Affects the Brain’s Cleaning System
A lack of sleep doesn’t just make you tired–it changes how your brain works while you’re awake.
Cold War Novel Coincides With 50th Anniversary of the ‘Handshake in Space’
Chris Hadfield’s ‘Final Orbit’ is a thrilling suspense novel that seamlessly ties fiction and space age history together
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California Man Arrested for Sending Texts in Guthrie Disappearance Case
A $50,000 reward is offered in the case.
Arizona Sheriff Says He Believes ‘Today’ Show Host Savannah Guthrie’s Mother Still Alive
The comment, which aired Friday morning, comes as the search for the missing woman entered its sixth day.
FBI Says Ransom Note Had 5 PM Deadline in Nancy Guthrie Disappearance
‘And if a transfer wasn’t made, the second demand was for next Monday,’ says an FBI special agent.
Blue Cities Dominate Affordable Housing Construction Surge
Affordable housing construction in the United States surged by 73 percent from 2020 to 2024 compared with the previous five years, according to RentCafe.
Ohio Man Charged Over Alleged Threat to Kill JD Vance
Investigators also uncovers child sexual abuse materials as they probe the alleged threat, prosecutors said.
Mortgage Options: Which Is Better for Buying a Home?
A fixed-rate mortgage offers stability, but the term you choose can dramatically affect your finances. Here’s what to know before you decide.
A Texas-Sized Individual Matchup Could Decide Super Bowl LX
A pair of Texas natives could play the deciding matchup between the New England Patriots and Seattle Seahawks in the Super Bowl.
TrumpRx: How to Access Discounted Drug Prices on the Platform
The website launched on Feb. 5 with more than 40 prescription drugs on the platform.
How to Feel Joy in a Dopamine-Saturated World
A 30-day “dopamine detox” can help you rediscover life’s simple and real pleasures.
20-Minute Workouts That Sharpen Your Brain
Sprint intervals, rewire your brain for better focus and improved memory.
Immune-Boosting Cream of Mushroom Soup
If you love mushrooms, this recipe calls for 7 cups of mushrooms. Best of all, it’s good for you.
How Can I Enhance My Home With Hardscaping?
Walkways, patios, decks, walls, and firepits don’t just look good; they guide movement, manage water, reduce maintenance, and more.
Paralyzed Equestrian Lauren Barwick Inspires Others Every Day
After a devastating injury at age 22, Lauren Barwick refused to let it end her dream of working with horses.
Romance of the Rails: 3 Beautiful Long-Distance Train Rides
Sleeper cabins, dining cars, and dome windows turn the journey itself into an experience, especially when traveling through the wilds of Canada or Australia.
