PHILADELPHIA — In Boston, Northeastern University renamed a program for underrepresented students, emphasizing "belonging" for all. In New Jersey, a session at Rutgers University catering to students from historically Black colleges had to be abruptly canceled. And around the U.S., colleges are assessing program names and titles that could run...
Sick and Wounded Children Begin Crossing From Gaza to Egypt in First Opening in Months
RAFAH CROSSING, Egypt — A group of 50 sick and wounded Palestinian children began crossing to Egypt for treatment through Gaza's Rafah crossing on Saturday, the first opening of the border since Israel captured it nearly nine months ago. The reopening of the Rafah crossing represents a significant breakthrough that...
In Today’s Housing Market, Many Families Find the American Dream Out of Reach
The Petersen family's two-bedroom apartment in northern California is starting to feel small. Four-year-old Jerrik's toy monster trucks are everywhere in the 1,100-square-foot unit in Campbell, just outside of San Jose. And it's only a matter of time before 9-month-old Carolynn starts amassing more toys, adding to the disarray, says...
Hamas Frees 3 Hostages, Israel Releases Palestinians as Part of Ceasefire Deal
Hamas freed three hostages in the southern Gaza Strip on Saturday and Israel released 183 Palestinian prisoners in the fourth round of exchanges during the Gaza ceasefire deal between Israel and Hamas. The six-week phase one truce calls for the release of 33 hostages and nearly 2,000 prisoners, as well...
Older Athletes Keep Going; Faster, Stronger and Longer, With Plenty of Help
Aging athletes such as LeBron James, Cristiano Ronaldo and Lindsey Vonn are similar to racing cars — maintained by tinkering mechanics, data analysts, and shelves of replacement parts "If you look at many elite athletes now, they have an army of supporting staff like a Formula 1 team," Hirofumi Tanaka,...
Meet Harry Pawter: The Dog Who Wants to Live With You
Calling all witches, wizards, and muggles in need of a little magic — Harry Pawter is ready to charm his way into your heart. This 14-week-old German Shepherd/Doberman mix may not have a lightning bolt scar, but he’s got the bravery of a true Gryffindor. Rescued from a rural water...
Taylor Swift Will Present at the Grammys. Here’s More to Know About Sunday’s Show
NEW YORK — The 2025 Grammy Awards are right around the corner, which means it is time to get those viewing party plans in action. Allow us to help. The 67th annual Grammy Awards will still take place Sunday at the Crypto.com Arena in Los Angeles — though the Recording...
From Avocados to Autos, Trump Tariffs on Canada and Mexico Could Hit Close to Home
WASHINGTON — The 25% tax that President Donald Trump plans to slap on imports from Canada and Mexico as soon as Saturday could drive up the price of everything from gasoline and pickup trucks, to Super Bowl party guacamole dip. The tariffs would also invite retaliation. Doug Ford, the premier...
Black History Month Explained: Its Origins, Celebrations and Myths
WASHINGTON - Beginning Feb. 1, schools, museums and communities across the nation will mark the start of Black History Month –- a celebration of Black history, culture and education. The history of the month dates back almost a century, and the way it is celebrated and evolved has created history...
He Wants to Make California Republicans Relevant Again. So Why Does the GOP Dislike Him?
Republican Assemblymember Carl DeMaio, a newcomer to the California Legislature, wants to retake power from Democrats with his unapologetically brash, Trump-inspired conservatism. So why do so many Republican insiders dislike him? The Republican Party tried hard last year to keep one of its members, Carl DeMaio, from taking a seat...