A Global Health Evangelist Is Shocked To Hear He's A 'Genius'
Gregg Gonsalves dropped out of college, drifted around, became a health-care activist and epidemiology professor — and is now the recipient of a 'genius grant.'
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FDA Bans Use of 7 Synthetic Food Additives After Environmental Groups Sue
The Food and Drug Administration is banning the use of several synthetic flavoring compounds used to infuse flavors such as mint and cinnamon in foods. Environmental groups sued, citing cancer risks.
Secretary Of State Mike Pompeo's Asia Trip Is Underway
Pompeo met with Japanese Prime Minister Shinzo Abe in Tokyo on Saturday. His meeting with North Korean leader Kim Jong Un is scheduled for Sunday.
China Reshapes The Vital Mekong River To Power Its Expansion
Chinese companies are building infrastructure and dams along the vast river that runs through five Southeast Asian countries before emptying into the South China Sea.
After One Year Of Headlines, #MeToo Is Everywhere
Twelve months after the reporting that brought down Harvey Weinstein, the movement to address sexual harassment has permeated the national political and cultural conversation.
The Russia Investigations: The New Era Of Foreign Threats
A week's worth of troubling reports about foreign intelligence exploits suggest the danger to U.S. democracy is getting more serious.
Feds Move To Take Paul Manafort's Trump Tower Condo
Federal prosecutors announced their intention to seize the property as soon as Oct. 20. The condo is one of several properties the former Trump campaign chairman agreed to forfeit last month.
Family Of Hall Of Famer Junior Seau Settles With NFL
Seau's family opted out of a $675 million concussion settlement covering more than 20,000 retired NFL players, and reached a separate agreement for an undisclosed sum.
German Minister Apologizes For Mistakenly Imprisoning Syrian Who Died After Jail Fire
The man was arrested for failing to pay a fine for theft, but police officers did not thoroughly check his identity. The 26-year-old died of injuries after a fire broke out in the jail.
Protesters Make Final Push To Derail Kavanaugh's Bid Before Confirmation Vote
As the Senate advanced Brett Kavanaugh's Supreme Court nomination, demonstrators remained determined in their opposition, showing support for the women who have accused the judge of sexual misconduct.