August jobs report shows U.S. added 162,000 jobs, more than double economists’ forecasts
Hiring in August was more than double economists' forecast of 65,000 payroll gains.
Illinois senators blast FAA administrator for holding air traffic controller raises “hostage”
The Homeland Security and Further Additional Continuing Appropriations Act set aside $140 million to give controllers a 3.8% pay raise, but they have so far only received the 1% raise…
Ig Nobel prizes go to scientists studying cockroach milk, nose-blowing, buried underwear, more
Ten research teams were honored at a satirical science awards ceremony that was hosted outside the U.S. for the first time due to travel concerns. A study of cockroach milk…
“Supersized” El Niño’s harshest weather still ahead, including extreme heat, drought, floods, U.N. warns
A new forecast predicts with almost 100% certainty that El Niño will remain in place until early 2027, peaking later this year.
2 trapped Nepal hydropower tunnel workers rescued 9 days after devastating floods
Rescuers in Nepal pulled two workers alive from a hydropower tunnel as emergency teams continued efforts to reach others believed to be trapped and still alive inside, officials said.
Sturdy stock market mints a record number of 401(k) millionaires
The number of millionaire 401(k) accounts at Fidelity reached a record 769,000 in the second quarter.
He thought he had a sinus infection. An urgent care found something wrong with his heart.
Marc Gaudisosi thought his symptoms were caused by a sinus infection. Then an urgent care told him to go to the hospital.
Trump announces deal with 9 new pharmaceutical firms in move to ease drug costs
The White House said the agreements will reduce costs to treat Parkinson's disease, macular degeneration, glaucoma, liver disease and other illnesses.
What’s true and false about infertility? We asked a fertility specialist.
Dr. Temeka Zore, a double board-certified OB-GYN and fertility specialist, joined "Healthful" for a deep dive on all things fertility, from endometriosis to PMOS (formerly known as PCOS) to egg…
Lindsay Clancy trial highlights need to rethink postpartum care, advocates say: “The duty is on the system”
Lindsay Clancy's case is resonating with moms across the U.S. — bringing into focus the spectrum of perinatal mood and anxiety disorders and the lack of resources for many women.