In visit to Capitol, Jessie Diggins and other Olympians push for climate change solutions
Olympian Jessie Diggins and the Protect Our Winters coalition met with lawmakers to advocate for stronger EPA climate and pollution regulations.
Santiago Canyon College student rewrites her story with a high school diploma
Laura Moncada was the Continuing Education Exemplary High School Graduate speaker at this year’s commencement on June 5.
How Americans are feeling about the country’s 250th anniversary, according to new polls
An AP-NORC poll finds that about 4 in 10 US adults feel “proud” of America 250, but many Americans also feel “indifferent” or “conflicted."
Lebanese on the edge of Israel’s occupation live with fear and rising tensions
Lebanese living on the edge of Israel's self-styled security zone in southern Lebanon are struggling in the shadow of military occupation.
Vatican begins 5-year restoration of Raphael Loggia, used by popes and presidents
The Vatican Museums have launched a five-year, $5.5 million project to clean and restore the historic, Renaissance-era Raphael Loggia.
Philippine devotees honor St. John the Baptist with a mud-covered display of faith
Hundreds of Philippine devotees covered in mud and banana leaves observe the Taong Putik festival, honoring St. John the Baptist through vows.
These traditionalist Catholics are defying Pope Leo XIV, and embracing their outsider status
A breakaway traditionalist group plans to consecrate four new bishops in Switzerland, defying the Pope and risking automatic excommunication.
UK, Germany and France express concern over Chinese actions east of Taiwan
Great Britain, France and Germany issued a rare joint statement expressing concern over Chinese activities east of Taiwan.
Ukraine’s latest long-range strikes on Russia hit a major natural gas plant and satellite centers
Ukrainian forces have struck a major natural gas processing plant and two key satellite communications centers in Russia.
AI is an energy and water hog, here’s what you can do to counter that
Generative AI tools consume massive energy and water. Discover how to reduce your digital footprint and opt out of AI-powered searches.