Diabetes rates are lower in high-altitude environments — and scientists may have discovered why
A new study finds that in low-oxygen environments, red blood cells absorb more glucose and convert it into a molecule that helps release oxygen into
Antarctica hides huge caches of gold, silver, copper and iron. As the ice melts, countries may race to harvest them.
Melting ice, rebounding land, and rising seas will change what resources are available in Antarctica, a new analysis finds.
10 rumors we’ve fact-checked about Tiger Woods
Woods’ second DUI arrest in March 2026 revived rumors about the pro golfer.
How downed F-15 US airman was rescued inside Iran
The US has rescued the missing crew member of the US F-15 fighter jet which was shot down over southern Iran.
Seriously wounded US airman rescued from Iran, Trump says
The recovery of the airman follows separate search efforts by both the US and Iran.
Hungary alleges plot to blow up gas pipeline ahead of election
The incident comes a week before the polls, and follow warnings of a potential operations staged to influence voters.
Pope Leo XIV delivers first Easter address as pontiff
Pope Leo XIV delivers first Easter address as pontiff
Toddler injured by wolf at Zoo America after crawling under a fence to enclosure
A child suffered minor injuries Saturday morning after crawling under a fence at Zoo America in Pennsylvania and approaching a wolf enclosure
Major sponsor withdraws from UK festival after Kanye West announced as headliner
Pepsi has withdrawn its sponsorship of Wireless Festival which Kanye West is due to headline, after Sir Keir Starmer joined criticism of the event.
Iran’s World Cup participation depends on relocation from US, minister says
Iran awaits FIFA’s response after requesting relocation of its games to Mexico amid the US-Israeli war.
Why an attack on Bushehr nuclear plant would be catastrophic for the Gulf
The US and Israel have repeatedly hit the plant, raising risks of radioactive contamination far beyond Iran’s borders.
Suspected measles outbreak kills nearly 100 children in Bangladesh
Health ministry data show children aged six months to five years with suspected measles symptoms soared to 6,476.