One US measles outbreak is proving particularly deadly. Here’s why
An ongoing measles outbreak in Pennsylvania has quickly become the largest and deadliest in the United States in more than 30 years.
Day: October 21, 2026
SpaceX and Tesla have formed committees to discuss potential merger, Musk says
Elon Musk, the CEO of both SpaceX and Tesla, voiced support for merging the two companies during an earnings call Tuesday, though he said it is ultima…
UK approves new gas field in the North Sea amid concerns about energy security
The UK government has approved the development of a major new gas field in the North Sea amid rising concerns globally about energy security and the e…
Rays beat Guardians to book a World Series showdown with the Brewers
The Tampa Bay Rays are headed to the World Series for the third time in franchise history, booking a Fall Classic showdown with the Milwaukee Brewers.
NFL defends Eagles medical staff after Jalen Hurts played in London game with blood clot
The NFL defended how the Philadelphia Eagles managed the health of star quarterback Jalen Hurts after ultrasounds revealed blood clots had traveled to…
Rioting in France gives Trump a new talking point as he tries to stave off GOP midterm losses
As Kansans were waiting for President Donald Trump to arrive at his rally in Wichita this week, they were treated to a new addition to the pre-show pr…
Supreme Court’s conservatives have let down democracy, Justice Kagan says
Two weeks before the midterm elections, liberal Justice Elena Kagan bluntly sized up the Supreme Court handling of election and voting-related cases, …
At the negotiating table and on the battlefield, Russia and Ukraine are at an impasse
It’s like two theatrical performances unfolding side by side, before an audience of one.
Australian lawmaker has both legs amputated after allegedly deliberate attack by car rammer
The Australian lawmaker hit by a car in an allegedly deliberate attack has now had both her legs amputated, her husband announced Wednesday.
Christina Applegate, a leading MS advocate, says doctors found she doesn’t have the disease after all
In her podcast about living with multiple sclerosis, the actor announced she’s actually been living with some other, unknown condition.
