The U.S. fertility rate in 2024 experienced a marginal increase, with 3,622,673 babies born. The rate of 54.6 births per 1,000 women of reproductive age was slightly higher than the 2023 record low of 54.5. Still, the overall trend has been declining. ...

In 2024, scammers stole a record $16.6 billion, a 33% increase from 2023, with over a quarter million complaints and an average loss of $19,000. Ransomware posed the greatest threat, with a 9% rise in complaints, and those over 60 reported the most los...

Pope Francis's funeral is scheduled to take place at St. Peter's Square on Saturday. World leaders, including President Trump, are expected to attend. After the funeral, Francis will be interred in the Basilica of St. Mary Major. A papal conclave will ...

Pope Francis, the first Latin American pontiff known for his humble style and progressive views, passed away at 88 due to a stroke. He was admired for his dedication to the poor and critiques of capitalism and climate change. His death drew global mour...

DHL Express will halt deliveries over $800 due to cost increases and U.S. Customs regulations linked to Trump administration tariffs. The change, effective now, will impact shipments from China to the U.S., causing delays. (UPI) A slow-moving storm br...

A shooting near Florida State University's Student Union resulted in two deaths and six injuries. The suspect, identified as 20-year-old Phoenix Ikner, was shot by responders and hospitalized. He is the son of a sheriff's deputy and had access to his m...

The man accused of setting fire to Gov. Josh Shapiro's residence in Pennsylvania told 911 operators he was motivated by what he believed Shapiro's views were concerning the war in Gaza. The suspect faces charges including attempted homicide and aggrava...

Autism cases in the U.S. are on the rise, with new CDC data showing one in 31 children diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder at age 8 in 2022, compared to one in 36 in 2020. Despite disparities in prevalence among racial groups, experts attribute the...

El Salvador's President refuses to return Kilmar Abrego Garcia to the U.S. despite court orders. President Bukele rejected the notion, calling it preposterous and citing legal constraints. The U.S. Attorney General mentioned that El Salvador has the fi...

President Trump's annual physical exam results were released by the White House. The 78-year-old underwent various tests at Walter Reed National Military Medical Center. The exam showed weight loss, heart rate at 62 bpm, blood pressure of 128/74 mmHg. ...

The FAA is investigating after two American Airlines regional jets collided at Washington's Ronald Reagan National Airport. Flight 5490 struck Flight 4522 on a taxiway, resulting in a broken winglet. Politicians on board described the incident, which c...

President Trump announced a 90-day pause on tariffs for all nations except China. However, a 125% tariff on Chinese goods was imposed immediately due to what Trump called China's lack of respect for global markets. Representatives from over 75 nations ...

Ohio lawmaker Bill DeMora introduced a bill to stop poorly performing sports teams like the NFL's Cleveland Browns from receiving public funds for a new stadium. The bill requires teams to have a winning record in three of the last five seasons to qual...

Chief Justice John Roberts issued a temporary stay on a lower court's order to return a Maryland man mistakenly deported to El Salvador. The Trump administration sought Supreme Court intervention to block the order, citing concerns over diplomatic chal...

A second child died from measles in West Texas amidst an outbreak affecting multiple counties, with over 480 cases reported. The Lubbock Health Department is offering free MMR vaccine clinics to combat the highly infectious disease. In New Mexico, 54 c...