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Today: August 18, 2026

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Tommy John, MLB pitcher and namesake of revolutionary elbow surgery, dies at 83

Tommy John, MLB pitcher and namesake of revolutionary elbow surgery, dies at 83

Tommy John, MLB pitcher and namesake of revolutionary elbow surgery, dies at 83
Health|Sports

Tommy John, namesake for a pioneering elbow surgery that saved his career, dead at 83

Tommy John, the pitching great known for the surgery that bears his name, has died at 83

Tommy John, namesake for a pioneering elbow surgery that saved his career, dead at 83
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Commanders QB Marcus Mariota has a sprained MCL in his right knee

Washington Commanders backup quarterback Marcus Mariota has a sprained medial collateral ligament in his right knee, coach Dan Quinn confirmed

Commanders QB Marcus Mariota has a sprained MCL in his right knee
Europe|Health|World

In Spain's Ceuta, hundreds of migrants stage protest and demand asylum

Hundreds of migrants who recently entered Spain's North African enclave of Ceuta staged a protest on a popular urban beach on

In Spain's Ceuta, hundreds of migrants stage protest and demand asylum
Education|Health|Science

Record share of kindergartners missed required vaccines last year as Trump executive order takes aim at state mandates

Record share of kindergartners missed required vaccines last year as Trump executive order takes aim at state mandates

Record share of kindergartners missed required vaccines last year as Trump executive order takes aim at state mandates
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Bou Meng, a Cambodian artist and survivor of a Khmer Rouge torture center, has died at 85

Cambodian artist Bou Meng, one of only seven people known to have survived a notorious Khmer Rouge torture center, has died at 85

Bou Meng, a Cambodian artist and survivor of a Khmer Rouge torture center, has died at 85
Economy|Education|Health|Political|Science

Trump’s vaccine order is counterproductive and ‘wrong on so many levels,’ GOP lawmaker says

Trump’s vaccine order is counterproductive and ‘wrong on so many levels,’ GOP lawmaker says

Trump’s vaccine order is counterproductive and ‘wrong on so many levels,’ GOP lawmaker says
Asia|Business|Economy|Environment|Health|Science|World

Thousands evacuate after Indonesia quake kills 53, aftershocks hamper rescue efforts

Around 5,000 people have been evacuated after a magnitude-7.7 earthquake rocked eastern Indonesia, killing at least 53, blocking roads and

Thousands evacuate after Indonesia quake kills 53, aftershocks hamper rescue efforts
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This summer’s hottest accessory: Sun protection

This summer’s hottest accessory: Sun protection

This summer’s hottest accessory: Sun protection
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Massachusetts anti-hunger advocate fasts to protest Trump food stamp cuts​

Anti-hunger advocate Liz Wills-O'Gilvie, 63, said she has not eaten for 15 days in a bid to push Governor Maura Healey to raise funding for Massachusetts

Massachusetts anti-hunger advocate fasts to protest Trump food stamp cuts​
Education|Health|Science

Medieval times? You’re living in them

Medieval times? You’re living in them

Medieval times? You’re living in them
Crime|Education|Health

Police have arrested a 19-year-old in connection with Virginia State University shooting

Police in Virginia have arrested a 19-year-old in connection with a shooting Saturday that left five people injured

Police have arrested a 19-year-old in connection with Virginia State University shooting
Business|Economy|Environment|Health|Political|Science|World

Hopes fade in Colombia as more bodies recovered days after powerful quake

Hopes of finding survivors of the earthquake that struck western Colombia five days ago were dwindling on Saturday, as more bodies were pulled from

Hopes fade in Colombia as more bodies recovered days after powerful quake
Business|Crime|Health|US

Mangione speaks in court: 'I shot Mr. Thompson and he died'

Luigi Mangione has pleaded guilty to federal stalking charges in the killing of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson. “I shot Mr. Thompson and he died,” he told the court. “I knew what I was doing was illegal.”

Mangione speaks in court: 'I shot Mr. Thompson and he died'
Business|Health|Sports

Blue Jays put six-time All-Star Vladimir Guerrero Jr. on 7-day IL because of concussion symptoms

The Toronto Blue Jays put six-time All-Star Vladimir Guerrero Jr. on the seven-day IL Saturday because of concussion symptoms and selected outfielder Daz Cameron from Triple-A Buffalo

Blue Jays put six-time All-Star Vladimir Guerrero Jr. on 7-day IL because of concussion symptoms
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Three-time MVP Aaron Judge plays catch for first time in rehab from broken rib, return date unclear

Yankees outfielder Aaron Judge played catch in New York on Friday as he continues working toward a return from a broken right rib

Three-time MVP Aaron Judge plays catch for first time in rehab from broken rib, return date unclear
Health|Lifestyle|Science

How to gauge when to make eye contact

How to gauge when to make eye contact

How to gauge when to make eye contact
Health|Science

Obesity drugs show early promise against the hormonal disorder PMOS, giving a suffering family hope

A small but growing body of research shows that GLP-1 drugs often used to treat obesity may also work for the hormonal disorder known as PMOS

Obesity drugs show early promise against the hormonal disorder PMOS, giving a suffering family hope
Business|Environment|Health|Lifestyle|Science

Bedbugs can cause people to lose sleep — and blood. Here's what to do about them

Bedbugs are on the rise and they tend to be at their worst at this time of year

Bedbugs can cause people to lose sleep — and blood. Here's what to do about them
Crime|Education|Entertainment|Health|Lifestyle|Technology|US|World

Teen charged with murder of mother and brother used ChatGPT to create ‘fantasy stories’ about killing family, officials say

Teen charged with murder of mother and brother used ChatGPT to create ‘fantasy stories’ about killing family, officials say

Teen charged with murder of mother and brother used ChatGPT to create ‘fantasy stories’ about killing family, officials say
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France vs Mexico: 43 dishes you should try

France vs Mexico: 43 dishes you should try

France vs Mexico: 43 dishes you should try
Economy|Education|Health|Political|World

The life-altering choices immigrant families are making under Trump’s crackdown

The life-altering choices immigrant families are making under Trump’s crackdown

The life-altering choices immigrant families are making under Trump’s crackdown
Business|Crime|Economy|Environment|Food|Health|Lifestyle

Crusading India state food safety chief targets Eternal, Swiggy, Zepto in sweeping crackdown

Maharashtra state's food safety chief has intensified a crackdown on the food and grocery industries, suspending the permits of 12

Crusading India state food safety chief targets Eternal, Swiggy, Zepto in sweeping crackdown
Business|Crime|Health|US

What comes next after Luigi Mangione pleads guilty to federal charges in killing of UnitedHealthcare CEO

What comes next after Luigi Mangione pleads guilty to federal charges in killing of UnitedHealthcare CEO

What comes next after Luigi Mangione pleads guilty to federal charges in killing of UnitedHealthcare CEO
Africa|Health|Political|World

The world’s oldest president left for a ‘brief stay’ in Europe. He hasn’t returned in two months

The world’s oldest president left for a ‘brief stay’ in Europe. He hasn’t returned in two months

The world’s oldest president left for a ‘brief stay’ in Europe. He hasn’t returned in two months
Environment|Health|World

Sailors on carriers like the USS Abraham Lincoln feel the strain as Navy deployments stretch longer

Sailors on carriers like the USS Abraham Lincoln feel the strain as Navy deployments stretch longer

Sailors on carriers like the USS Abraham Lincoln feel the strain as Navy deployments stretch longer
Business|Economy|Environment|Health|MidEast|Political|US|World

Trump says USS Abraham Lincoln deployment 'not nearly long enough'

President Donald Trump on Friday dismissed concerns about the toll on U.S. sailors aboard the USS Abraham Lincoln, saying the aircraft carrier's more

Trump says USS Abraham Lincoln deployment 'not nearly long enough'
Environment|Health|Travel|World

Wildfire descends on Croatian tourist town, injures 36

A wildfire in Croatia driven by strong winds descended on the tourist town of Omis overnight, engulfing houses, forcing about 1,000 people to evacuate and injuring dozens, fire

Wildfire descends on Croatian tourist town, injures 36
Health|Political|Science|US|World

Dr. Anthony Fauci declines request to appear before a second Senate panel after GOP contempt vote

Dr. Anthony Fauci has declined a request to appear voluntarily before a second Senate panel

Dr. Anthony Fauci declines request to appear before a second Senate panel after GOP contempt vote
Economy|Education|Health|Political|World

UN urges support for Afghan women amid tightening Taliban curbs

The United Nations appealed to donors on Friday not to cut funding for women's programs in Taliban-ruled Afghanistan, saying this would add to suffering in a

UN urges support for Afghan women amid tightening Taliban curbs
Americas|Arts|Business|Crime|Economy|Education|Entertainment|Environment|Europe|Health|Lifestyle|US

What's next for Luigi Mangione after his guilty plea over CEO killing?

Luigi Mangione pleaded guilty on Friday to federal charges over the killing of health insurance executive Brian Thompson, paving the way for him to try to

What's next for Luigi Mangione after his guilty plea over CEO killing?
Business|Economy|Environment|Health|Political|Travel|World

Race to reach trapped survivors offers hope in Colombia quake zone

Rescuers raced in Colombia on Friday to free four people from a collapsed hotel, a rare sign

Race to reach trapped survivors offers hope in Colombia quake zone
Environment|Health|Lifestyle|World

Lions and tigers begin a long-awaited rescue from a notorious Argentine zoo

Thirty lions and tigers from a closed Argentine zoo are starting a new life at wildlife sanctuaries in South Africa and the United States

Lions and tigers begin a long-awaited rescue from a notorious Argentine zoo
Asia|Business|Environment|Food|Health|Lifestyle|World

In South Korea, some savour last season of legal dog meat

For decades, the three days of summer considered the hottest of the year were among the busiest for South Korea's dog meat

In South Korea, some savour last season of legal dog meat
Economy|Education|Environment|Health|World

World Bank says it disbursed $200 million to Colombia for quake response

The World Bank on Friday said it had disbursed $200 million to Colombia for its emergency response to a deadly August 10 earthquake that left hundreds dead.

World Bank says it disbursed $200 million to Colombia for quake response
Health|Science|US|World

US CDC records more than 2,500 measles cases so far in 2026

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US CDC records more than 2,500 measles cases so far in 2026
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Hope reborn in Colombia as signs of life emerge under earthquake debris

Colombia is grappling with the aftermath of a devastating earthquake that killed at least 287 people and affected more than 100,000

Hope reborn in Colombia as signs of life emerge under earthquake debris
Business|Economy|Health|Technology

FTC probes health records giant Epic Systems, sources say

Epic Systems, a healthcare database company that holds the medical records of hundreds of millions of Americans, is facing an antitrust investigation by the U.S.

FTC probes health records giant Epic Systems, sources say
Health|Political|World

US appeals court revives Justice Department subpoena to gender-affirming care provider

A U.S. federal appeals court handed President Donald Trump’s administration a legal victory on Friday in its efforts to seek data from providers of

US appeals court revives Justice Department subpoena to gender-affirming care provider
Health|Political|World

Idaho must allow abortions to preserve women's health, US judge rules

A U.S. judge has ruled that Idaho's near-total abortion ban is unconstitutional because it provides exceptions when abortions are life-saving and not for broader

Idaho must allow abortions to preserve women's health, US judge rules
Economy|Health|World

New aircraft carrier heads toward Mideast after reports of issues on long-deployed USS Lincoln

The Pacific-based aircraft carrier USS George Washington has begun heading toward the Middle East as reports have emerged of mental health and supply issues aboard the long-deployed USS Abraham Lincoln

New aircraft carrier heads toward Mideast after reports of issues on long-deployed USS Lincoln
Crime|Health

Appeals court sides with Trump in fight over subpoena of gender-affirming care provider

A federal appeals court says President Donald Trump’s goal of ending gender-affirming care is not improper and cannot be the basis for quashing a subpoena

Appeals court sides with Trump in fight over subpoena of gender-affirming care provider
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Ohio city fires police officer who shot and killed 15-year-old, settles lawsuit with family

Officials in Akron, Ohio, have fired a police officer who shot and killed 15-year-old boy

Ohio city fires police officer who shot and killed 15-year-old, settles lawsuit with family
Health|Political|World

A federal judge blocks Idaho from prosecuting doctors for health-protecting abortions

A federal judge says Idaho can't prosecute doctors who perform abortions to protect a pregnant person's health or prevent self-harm

A federal judge blocks Idaho from prosecuting doctors for health-protecting abortions
Economy|Education|Environment|Health|World

Afghanistan marks 5 years under the Taliban with safer streets but pleas for jobs and education

Afghanistan's Taliban rulers are marking five years since regaining power

Afghanistan marks 5 years under the Taliban with safer streets but pleas for jobs and education
Health|US

Trump administration accuses hospitals of improper billing over gender care for minors

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Trump administration accuses hospitals of improper billing over gender care for minors
Health|Political|Science

Sen. Cruz under fire for pushing false miscarriage rates from covid shot

In a since-deleted tweet, Senator Ted Cruz falsely claimed the covid vaccine resulted in an 82% miscarriage rate for women in the early stages of their pregnancy. Dr. Kevin Ault, an OBGYN and the president-elect of the National Foundation for Infectious Diseases, debunks Cruz's claim on OutFront.

Sen. Cruz under fire for pushing false miscarriage rates from covid shot
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Notes on Lindsay Clancy’s cellphone paint a picture of a woman ‘going downhill’

Notes on Lindsay Clancy’s cellphone paint a picture of a woman ‘going downhill’

Notes on Lindsay Clancy’s cellphone paint a picture of a woman ‘going downhill’
Health|Sports

Rangers pitcher Jacob deGrom leaves start with right triceps fatigue and will undergo MRI

Texas Rangers pitcher Jacob deGrom has left his start against the Los Angeles Angels after two innings because of right triceps fatigue and will undergo an MRI on Friday

Rangers pitcher Jacob deGrom leaves start with right triceps fatigue and will undergo MRI
Crime|Education|Environment|Health|Lifestyle|Science|Technology

Kids keep getting hurt and killed on e-bikes. Should parents be held responsible?

As traumatic injuries and deaths continue to surge among the youngest e-bike riders, officials across the country are taking different paths to tackle a growing epidemic

Kids keep getting hurt and killed on e-bikes. Should parents be held responsible?
Health|Political|Science

False claims about miscarriage risk from Covid-19 vaccines are spreading online. They use a faulty interpretation of data

False claims about miscarriage risk from Covid-19 vaccines are spreading online. They use a faulty interpretation of data

False claims about miscarriage risk from Covid-19 vaccines are spreading online. They use a faulty interpretation of data
Education|Health|Political|Science

Trump wants to split the MMR vaccine into separate shots. Experts say it’s a bad idea

Trump wants to split the MMR vaccine into separate shots. Experts say it’s a bad idea

Trump wants to split the MMR vaccine into separate shots. Experts say it’s a bad idea
Health|Science|Technology

The FDA approved the first mRNA flu vaccine for use in older adults. Here’s what to know

The FDA approved the first mRNA flu vaccine for use in older adults. Here’s what to know

The FDA approved the first mRNA flu vaccine for use in older adults. Here’s what to know
Education|Environment|Health|Lifestyle|Science

Oppressive heat, high humidity grip much of the US as students start a new school year

A late summer heat wave has gripped much of the United States in a sweaty headlock and won’t let go anytime soon

Oppressive heat, high humidity grip much of the US as students start a new school year
Arts|Education|Entertainment|Health|Sports|World

Boxer Prichard Colón dies at 33, 11 years after receiving illegal blow to the head during fight

Boxer Prichard Colón dies at 33, 11 years after receiving illegal blow to the head during fight

Boxer Prichard Colón dies at 33, 11 years after receiving illegal blow to the head during fight
Crime|Education|Environment|Health|Lifestyle

Fox attacks 6-year-old girl, woman in Worcester neighborhood

Fox attacks 6-year-old girl, woman in Worcester neighborhood

Fox attacks 6-year-old girl, woman in Worcester neighborhood
Business|Crime|Environment|Health|Technology

Man trapped at bottom of elevator shaft for hours after fall in abandoned Pittsburgh building

Man trapped at bottom of elevator shaft for hours after fall in abandoned Pittsburgh building

Man trapped at bottom of elevator shaft for hours after fall in abandoned Pittsburgh building
Business|Economy|Environment|Health|World

How to help after Colombia's devastating earthquake

Colombia is grappling with the aftermath of a 7.4-magnitude earthquake that struck Monday, affecting a large part of the western region

How to help after Colombia's devastating earthquake
Business|Crime|Health|Lifestyle

More Bohemian National Cemetery crematorium violations surface as photos show decaying bodies

More Bohemian National Cemetery crematorium violations surface as photos show decaying bodies

More Bohemian National Cemetery crematorium violations surface as photos show decaying bodies
Crime|Health

No charges to be filed in case of "Big Sam" Brown, who died at hands of Baltimore County police

No charges to be filed in case of "Big Sam" Brown, who died at hands of Baltimore County police

No charges to be filed in case of "Big Sam" Brown, who died at hands of Baltimore County police
Business|Crime|Economy|Education|Health|Lifestyle|Political|World

6 men arrested on suspicion of running child human trafficking operation in Modesto

6 men arrested on suspicion of running child human trafficking operation in Modesto

6 men arrested on suspicion of running child human trafficking operation in Modesto
Education|Health|Lifestyle|Science

Illinois man receives kidney transplant from perfect stranger. What are the odds they were a match?

Illinois man receives kidney transplant from perfect stranger. What are the odds they were a match?

Illinois man receives kidney transplant from perfect stranger. What are the odds they were a match?
Africa|Environment|Health|World

650,000 refugees in South Sudan could lose food aid within weeks due to funding squeeze, say UN agencies

More than 650,000 refugees and asylum seekers in South Sudan risk losing food aid access within weeks due to a severe funding shortfall, potentially

650,000 refugees in South Sudan could lose food aid within weeks due to funding squeeze, say UN agencies
Health|Science

One of the most common brain disorders is one of the most misunderstood – how functional neurological disorder is both ‘all in your head’ and beyond it

Millions of people suffer from debilitating symptoms their doctors don’t quite believe. But advances in neuroscience and education may be changing the tides for treatment.

One of the most common brain disorders is one of the most misunderstood – how functional neurological disorder is both ‘all in your head’ and beyond it
Health|Science

Quitting alcohol changes the brain and can increase the risk of compulsive drinking – new research in mice

Alcohol abstinence alters brain activity in ways that may drive someone with alcohol use disorder to relapse.

Quitting alcohol changes the brain and can increase the risk of compulsive drinking – new research in mice
Crime|Health|World

Attacks on healthcare in conflict zones averaging more than four a day in 2026, World Health Organization says

Attacks on healthcare facilities, workers and patients in conflict zones including Ukraine and Gaza have continued to rise in 2026, reaching an average

Attacks on healthcare in conflict zones averaging more than four a day in 2026, World Health Organization says
Environment|Health|Lifestyle|Science|World

The livin' is no longer so easy: How carefree dreams of 'summertime' are fading in 2026's swelter

Summertime, the dreamy ideal of lazy days, is fading

The livin' is no longer so easy: How carefree dreams of 'summertime' are fading in 2026's swelter
Entertainment|Health|Sports|World

Puerto Rican boxer Prichard Colón dies 11 years after sustaining brain damage in the ring

The boxing world is in mourning following the death of Puerto Rican fighter Prichard Colón at the age of 33, 11 years after he sustained brain damage in his only loss

Puerto Rican boxer Prichard Colón dies 11 years after sustaining brain damage in the ring
Business|Education|Entertainment|Health|Lifestyle

City remembers 'Bird Dog,' a man whose bark made the whole town smile

City remembers 'Bird Dog,' a man whose bark made the whole town smile

City remembers 'Bird Dog,' a man whose bark made the whole town smile
Health|Political|Science|US

What is fluoride and why is it added to the US water supply?

Utah is poised to become the first state to prohibit fluoride in its water systems, just weeks after fluoride-critic Robert F. Kennedy Jr. was confirmed to lead the U.S.

What is fluoride and why is it added to the US water supply?
Health|Science|Sports

Researchers confirm Hall of Famer Bobby Hull had CTE when he died 2 years ago

Researchers confirm Hall of Famer Bobby Hull had CTE when he died 2 years ago

Researchers confirm Hall of Famer Bobby Hull had CTE when he died 2 years ago
Africa|Health|Political|World

Mpox still a health emergency, says WHO

The mpox outbreak is still a public health emergency, the World Health Organization said on Thursday.

Mpox still a health emergency, says WHO
Health|Political|Science|US

How springing forward to daylight saving time could affect your health — and how to prepare

Losing an hour of sleep as daylight saving time kicks in can do more than leave you tired and cranky the next day — it also could harm your health

How springing forward to daylight saving time could affect your health — and how to prepare
Economy|Health|World

World Food Programme to reduce food support in Sudan due to funding shortages

The World Food Programme warned on Friday it is facing a funding shortfall that could impact its ability to supply support to people facing acute food shortages in Sudan within

World Food Programme to reduce food support in Sudan due to funding shortages