Real vs. fake Christmas trees: An expert guide on what to buy this year

From cost and maintenance to sustainability, an industry expert weighs in on how to choose the right Christmas tree for your home and budget.

Who is Debra Newton? Florida mom arrested for kidnapping daughter 40 years later

A 40-year missing child case came to an end after the mother of a missing girl was arrested in The Villages on Monday. The Marion County Sheriff's Office arrested the mom, who had been living in a new state, with a different husband and a new name. 

Mesa releases report from independent investigation on alleged park rangers misconduct

Mesa city officials have released an independent investigator's findings on the city's Park Ranger Unit, months after a newly-hired ranger made multiple allegations concerning those who were part of the unit at the time.

3I/Atlas making closest approach to Earth this week

The interstellar comet known as 3I/Atlas will pass within 167 million miles of our planet Friday – the closest it gets on its grand tour of the solar system. Here's what to know.

Who is Eileen Higgins? Democrat elected Miami's first woman mayor

Eileen Higgins ended a nearly 30-year drought for Democrats by winning the Miami mayor race, defeating Republican Emilio Gonzalez in the election.

Which is the ‘group of death’ in the FIFA World Cup 2026?

The FIFA World Cup 2026 draw delivered a number of intriguing matchups, but fans quickly zeroed in on one question: which group is the true group of death?

Who won the last FIFA World Cup?

The last FIFA World Cup took place in Qatar in 2022, and Argentina claimed the championship in a dramatic, high-scoring final that captivated fans around the world. Led by captain Lionel Messi, Argentina defeated France to secure the nation’s third World Cup title and its first since 1986.

World Cup 2026: What to know about Group D

Here's who the United States will play in the group stage of the World Cup.

CDC panel recommends changes to hepatitis B vaccine schedule: What to know

A CDC advisory panel appointed by Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. no longer recommends that babies get a hepatitis B vaccine at birth.

How does the new 2026 FIFA World Cup Draw format work?

For the 2026 FIFA World Cup, things will be a lot different than past tournaments. The number of teams will jump from 32 to 48, altering the competition's format and creating a new set of opportunities and challenges for the world of soccer.

Who could the United States face in the 2026 FIFA World Cup group stage?

When the draw for the 2026 FIFA World Cup takes place in Washington, D.C., the United States will finally learn its first opponents — and the possibilities include everything from world champions to tournament newcomers.