Rebuking China, Taiwan Votes To Reelect President Tsai Ing-wen
More than 8 million voters cast their ballots for Tsai, who defeated a populist mayor running on a platform of closer ties to Beijing.
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You Don't Have To Go No-Carb: Instead, Think Slow Carb
Ditching carbs can lead to quick weight loss, but can you really stick with it? Here's the science on eating carbs smarter to keep you sated and healthy.
With Their Land In Flames, Aboriginals Warn Fires Show Deep Problems In Australia
As massive fires continue to consume Australia, aboriginal elders like Noel Butler say officials need to listen to natives about fire control.
Exclusive: Iran Strike Won't Slow Trump's Cuts To National Security Council
The rapid change has raised concern among those who have served on the NSC. They believe the president needs a wide range of experts to give advice on the potential consequences of major actions.
Omani Sultan Qaboos, Who Ruled Oman For Half A Century, Dies At 79
The long-serving monarch named his successor, Haitham bin Tariq Al Said, who was sworn in as sultan Saturday. Under Qaboos, the tiny Middle Eastern state took on an outsize role in regional diplomacy.
New Law Aims To Help Americans Without Retirement Plans. Will It Work?
The Secure Act is intended to make it easier for small employers to offer retirement benefits. But some analysts say it doesn't go far enough because it's optional and doesn't apply to gig workers.
California Reservation's Solar Microgrid Provides Power During Utility Shutoffs
California utility PG&E continues planned power outages to prevent its equipment from sparking wildfires. One Native tribe's solar-powered microgrid is proving to be a lifeline for rural communities.
Fed Up With Fundraisers On Facebook? You're Not Alone
Facebook fundraisers posted by people on their birthdays exploded over the past year, bringing in a billion dollars for charities. But some Facebook users think it's too much of a good thing.
Feeling Artsy? Here's How Making Art Helps Your Brain
Making art is fun. But there's a lot more to it. It might serve an evolutionary purpose — and emerging research shows that it can help us process difficult emotions and tap into joy.
Iran 'Unintentionally' Shot Down Ukrainian Jetliner, Killing 176 People
Iranian media quoted the military as saying human error led to the attack. The foreign minister blamed "US adventurism." Missiles struck the plane just after it took off from Tehran.