Russian President Vladimir Putin on Saturday met with a group of leaders of African countries who traveled to Russia on a self-styled “peace mission” the day after they went to Ukraine, but the meeting ended with no visible progress.
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People are still being awful on flights, and no one really knows why
Recent data on fliers’ conduct in the skies shows carriers are still dealing with high levels of bad behavior, long after mask mandates were scrapped.
Homeowners in states hobbled by extreme weather are running out of options to protect their homes
In California, there have been eight disaster events since 2020 totaling between $20 billion and $50 billion in damages combined. It’s worse in Florida.
Cancer was once considered a disease of aging but rates among young people are rising rapidly
More young people are being diagnosed with cancer. It’s likely due to better screening, as well as lifestyle factors like obesity, lack of exercise and alcohol.
Disease screening for newborns varies by state. For some, that means diagnoses come too late.
The lists of diseases for which newborns are tested vary by state. Parents of kids with Krabbe disease, which requires early intervention, are pushing to change state and federal policies.
Tori Bowie’s death shows how pervasive racial disparities are in maternal health
The death of Olympic track and field star Tori Bowie, who died of pregnancy complications last month, has prompted questions about how a seemingly healthy, financially stable person could face such a tragic outcome.
At least 25 killed in attack on school in Uganda
Ugandan police say at least 25 people have been killed in a suspected rebel attack on a school near the Congo border.
Men charged with vandalizing homes of New Hampshire journalists
Three men face federal charges alleging they vandalized multiple homes associated with New Hampshire journalists in retaliation for a report detailing sexual misconduct allegations against a prominent businessman.
Presidential hopeful Francis Suarez opposes 'Don't Say Gay' expansion backed by DeSantis
Miami Mayor Francis Suarez took one of his first shots at a primary opponent by criticizing Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis over the state’s Don’t Say Gay expansion.
Jamal Khashoggi's widow speaks out
The widow of Khashoggi, the Washington Post journalist whose 2018 murder fueled international outrage and embroiled Saudi Arabia’s crown prince in scandal, says her husband’s killing should not prevent the country from cutting major deals in the U.S.