Many Americans exercise for free, but spend on workout gear, survey shows
Read full article: Many Americans exercise for free, but spend on workout gear, survey showsA new survey found nearly a quarter of regular exercisers spend nothing at all on exercise. Instead, they choose activities like running or walking outdoors that require little to no cost. However, while the workout itself may be free, the clothing and accessories often are not.
U.S. beats Dominican Republic 2-1 to reach 3rd straight WBC title game
Read full article: U.S. beats Dominican Republic 2-1 to reach 3rd straight WBC title gameGunnar Henderson and Roman Anthony homered and the United States limited the Dominican Republicโs electric offense to win a thrilling semifinal 2-1 and move a win from its second World Baseball Classic championship.
US beats Canada in Para ice hockey final to complete historic clean sweep in Olympics, Paralympics
Read full article: US beats Canada in Para ice hockey final to complete historic clean sweep in Olympics, ParalympicsThree weeks after the United States beat Canada in the Olympic hockey finals, the Americans overcame their neighbors again to win Paralympic gold and complete the sweep at Milan Cortina.
Zelenskyy says Ukraine waiting on US and Russia to set next round of talks
Read full article: Zelenskyy says Ukraine waiting on US and Russia to set next round of talksUkrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy says he is ready for the next trilateral peace talks with the U.S. and Russia, but the meeting depends on Washington and Moscow.
US Energy secretary directs oil company to restore operations off California
Read full article: US Energy secretary directs oil company to restore operations off CaliforniaU.S. Energy Secretary Chris Wright has directed a Texas-based oil and gas company to restore operations in waters off southern California that were damaged by a 2015 oil spill, invoking the Defense Production Act.
Refocused US rebounds from Italy shocker, beats Canada to reach WBC semifinals
Read full article: Refocused US rebounds from Italy shocker, beats Canada to reach WBC semifinalsThe United States is heading to the semifinals of the World Baseball Classic after a โdifferent level of focusโ helped this All-Star-studded team rebound from a shocking loss.
Cracks emerged in a resilient US economy before an attack on Iran drive oil prices sharply higher
Read full article: Cracks emerged in a resilient US economy before an attack on Iran drive oil prices sharply higherNewly released data shows the U.S. economy was already showing signs of strain even before the launch of the Iran war, underscoring the risks that rising energy prices could pose.
US applications for unemployment benefits inch down to 213,000 as layoffs remain stable
Read full article: US applications for unemployment benefits inch down to 213,000 as layoffs remain stableU.S. applications for unemployment benefits inched down modestly last week as layoffs remain at historically healthy levels despite a weakening job market.
US gets the help it needs from Italy and advances to the World Baseball Classic quarterfinals
Read full article: US gets the help it needs from Italy and advances to the World Baseball Classic quarterfinalsA day later than expected, the United States has punched its ticket to the quarterfinals of the World Baseball Classic.
State Department orders drawdown at more Mideast diplomatic missions as familiar criticism mounts
Read full article: State Department orders drawdown at more Mideast diplomatic missions as familiar criticism mountsThe State Department has drawn down personnel at more U.S. diplomatic missions in and around the Middle East as it comes under increasing but historically familiar criticism for not doing enough to prepare.
McAllen family released from ICE custody after being detained, separated by ICE, Rep. Castro says
Read full article: McAllen family released from ICE custody after being detained, separated by ICE, Rep. Castro saysAfter a visit to the ICE detention facility, U.S. Rep. Joaquin Castro and fellow House Democrats will share what they saw during a Monday afternoon news conference in San Antonio.
Iran war deaths could resurface Trumpโs complicated history with military sacrifice
Read full article: Iran war deaths could resurface Trumpโs complicated history with military sacrificePresident Donald Trump visited Dover Air Force Base in Delaware to view the dignified transfer for six soldiers killed during his war with Iran.
US detainees in Iran risk becoming collateral damage in war, families and supporters fear
Read full article: US detainees in Iran risk becoming collateral damage in war, families and supporters fearFamilies and supporters of Americans detained in Iran worry that their loved ones risk becoming collateral damage amid continued Israeli and American bombardment, or victims of retaliation from Iranโs repressive regime.
Americans stuck in the Middle East recount finding their way home with little government help
Read full article: Americans stuck in the Middle East recount finding their way home with little government helpStranded Americans across the Middle East say theyโve been left to navigate flight cancellations and confusing government guidance on their own.
Retail sales fall modestly in January as American consumers pull back on spending
Read full article: Retail sales fall modestly in January as American consumers pull back on spendingAmerican consumers pulled back their spending to start 2026, extending the malaise in retail sales that began late last year.
San Antonio among US cities with most residents in financial distress
Read full article: San Antonio among US cities with most residents in financial distressAs inflation and economic pressures continue to strain household budgets, a new report found many Americans are struggling financially โ including in San Antonio.
US jobless claims filings unchanged from previous week at 213,000 as layoffs remain low
Read full article: US jobless claims filings unchanged from previous week at 213,000 as layoffs remain lowThe number of Americans applying for unemployment benefits last week was unchanged from the week before, a sign that layoffs remain at historically low levels.
The Iran war has upended flights across the Middle East. Here's what travelers should know
Read full article: The Iran war has upended flights across the Middle East. Here's what travelers should knowThe U.S. and Israelโs joint war against Iran has already upended travel across the Middle East, stranding hundreds of thousands of people.
Senate Republicans vote down legislation to halt Iran war in Congressโ first vote on the conflict
Read full article: Senate Republicans vote down legislation to halt Iran war in Congressโ first vote on the conflictSenate Republicans have voted down an effort to halt President Donald Trumpโs war against Iran.
WATCH LIVE: James Talarico to give victory speech after winning senate democratic primary
Read full article: WATCH LIVE: James Talarico to give victory speech after winning senate democratic primaryThe race at the top of all Texansโ ballot was U.S. Senate. Both Republican and Democratic primaries were hotly contested.
Anxious travelers scramble as Iran war strands tens of thousands across the Middle East
Read full article: Anxious travelers scramble as Iran war strands tens of thousands across the Middle EastTravelers are scrambling for ways out of the Middle East as the Iran war keeps much of the regionโs airspace closed and flights grounded.
War in Middle East leaves San Antonio family trapped in Israel
Read full article: War in Middle East leaves San Antonio family trapped in IsraelA San Antonio man says he is waiting for word on when his family might return home from Israel. His wife, daughter, mother-in-law and sister-in-law have all had to seek cover in bomb shelters.
Norton says Amazon, UPS and LinkedIn among companies often impersonated by cybercriminals
Read full article: Norton says Amazon, UPS and LinkedIn among companies often impersonated by cybercriminalsAs more Americans work remotely and apply for jobs online, Norton experts say scammers are exploiting the virtual hiring process to steal personal and financial information.
Austin shooting: Blood rushed from San Antonio, UT community impacted, local leaders react
Read full article: Austin shooting: Blood rushed from San Antonio, UT community impacted, local leaders reactSouth Texas Blood & Tissue sent 20 units of blood to Austin on Sunday morning after three people were killed and 14 were hospitalized in a mass shooting.
Three dead, including suspect, and 14 injured after shooting at Austin bar
Read full article: Three dead, including suspect, and 14 injured after shooting at Austin barOfficials are investigating the early Sunday morning shooting as a potential act of terrorism, but didnโt provide further details, according to the Federal Bureau of Investigation.
US filings for jobless aid rise modestly to 212,000 as layoffs remain at historically healthy levels
Read full article: US filings for jobless aid rise modestly to 212,000 as layoffs remain at historically healthy levelsSlightly more Americans applied for unemployment benefits last week as layoffs remain at relatively healthy levels.
Hilary Knight wants focus on the US women's Olympic success, not Trump's 'distasteful' joke
Read full article: Hilary Knight wants focus on the US women's Olympic success, not Trump's 'distasteful' jokeHilary Knight says the U.S. womenโs hockey team is moving past what she called a โdistastefulโ joke by President Donald Trump.
Texas grand jury rejects indictments in fatal shooting of US citizen by federal immigration agent
Read full article: Texas grand jury rejects indictments in fatal shooting of US citizen by federal immigration agentProsecutors say a grand jury has rejected indictments over the fatal shooting last year of a U.S. citizen by a federal immigration agent during a traffic encounter in Texas.
Residents want local governments to end contracts that let ICE train on their gun ranges
Read full article: Residents want local governments to end contracts that let ICE train on their gun rangesResidents in a Southern California city want local police to stop letting federal immigration agents train at a publicly owned firing range.
US consumer confidence improves modestly in February after cratering the first month of 2026
Read full article: US consumer confidence improves modestly in February after cratering the first month of 2026The American consumerโs confidence in the U.S. economy improved slightly in February after cratering a month earlier.
Virginia Gov. Abigail Spanberger questions whether Americans feel the โgolden ageโ Trump describes
Read full article: Virginia Gov. Abigail Spanberger questions whether Americans feel the โgolden ageโ Trump describesVirginia Gov. Abigail Spanberger offered a sharp contrast to President Donald Trumpโs depiction of the nation as being in a โgolden ageโ during his State of the Union address.
All truckers and bus drivers will be required to take commercial driver's license tests in English
Read full article: All truckers and bus drivers will be required to take commercial driver's license tests in EnglishAll truckers and bus drivers will have to take their commercial driverโs license tests in English as the Trump administration expands its aggressive campaign to improve safety in the industry and get unqualified drivers off the road.
Inflation rose more quickly than expected in December
Read full article: Inflation rose more quickly than expected in DecemberA key inflation gauge accelerated in December, a sign that many prices are still rising more quickly than most Americans would prefer โ and faster than the Federal Reserveโs target of 2% a year.
Growing number of Americans report experiencing extreme cold, AP-NORC poll finds
Read full article: Growing number of Americans report experiencing extreme cold, AP-NORC poll findsA new AP-NORC poll shows more Americans say extreme cold has affected their lives after frigid weather engulfed much of North America at the beginning of 2026.
Walmart delivers another quarter of impressive sales but offers a muted outlook
Read full article: Walmart delivers another quarter of impressive sales but offers a muted outlookWalmart delivered another impressive quarter as the promise of lower prices and speedy deliveries attracted a broader spectrum of Americans from cash-strapped to wealthier households during the critical holiday shopping period.
WH adviser Hassett urges 'discipline' for Fed economists over tariff study
Read full article: WH adviser Hassett urges 'discipline' for Fed economists over tariff studyPresident Donald Trumpโs top economist on Wednesday urged that Federal Reserve economists be punished for research last week that showed American companies and consumers paying for nearly all the new tariffs imposed by the White House last year.
The United States and Canada will meet for gold for the 7th time in Olympic women's hockey
Read full article: The United States and Canada will meet for gold for the 7th time in Olympic women's hockeyThe United States and Canada will face off for Olympic gold for a seventh time since womenโs hockey debuted at the 1998 Nagano Games in a border rivalry that never gets old.
Four new astronauts arrive at the International Space Station to replace NASA's evacuated crew
Read full article: Four new astronauts arrive at the International Space Station to replace NASA's evacuated crewThe International Space Station is back to full strength with the arrival of four new astronauts.
Coyne Schofield scores 2 goals as US routs Italy 6-0 to advance to Olympic women's hockey semifinals
Read full article: Coyne Schofield scores 2 goals as US routs Italy 6-0 to advance to Olympic women's hockey semifinalsKendall Coyne Schofield scored twice and top-seeded United States routed Olympic host Italy 6-0 in a lopsided, festive and sometimes chippy womenโs hockey quarterfinal at the Milan Cortina Games.
Border czar says Minnesota immigration crackdown is over, after angry protests and 2 fatal shootings
Read full article: Border czar says Minnesota immigration crackdown is over, after angry protests and 2 fatal shootingsThe Trump administration says it is ending its massive immigration crackdown in Minnesota after weeks of angry mass protests, thousands of arrests and two fatal shootings.
Brock Nelson scores twice as US opens the Milan Cortina Olympics by rolling over Latvia 5-1
Read full article: Brock Nelson scores twice as US opens the Milan Cortina Olympics by rolling over Latvia 5-1Brock Nelson scored twice, four teammates had two assists apiece and the U.S. opened the Milan Cortina Olympics by rolling past Latvia 5-1 in a dominant showcase of some of the countryโs best NHL players.
US applications for jobless benefits falls to 227,000 last week, remaining at recent healthy levels
Read full article: US applications for jobless benefits falls to 227,000 last week, remaining at recent healthy levelsThe number of Americans applying for unemployment benefits fell last week, remaining within the historically healthy range of the past few years.
What independents think of Trump's recent immigration actions, according to a new AP-NORC poll
Read full article: What independents think of Trump's recent immigration actions, according to a new AP-NORC pollA new AP-NORC poll finds that about 6 in 10 U.S. adults believe that President Donald Trump has โgone too farโ in sending federal immigration agents into U.S. cities.
House GOP pushes strict proof-of-citizenship requirement for voters ahead of midterm elections
Read full article: House GOP pushes strict proof-of-citizenship requirement for voters ahead of midterm electionsHouse Republicans approved legislation that would impose strict new voter ID requirements ahead of the midterm elections.
Surge of 130,000 US hires last month is a stark contrast to the weak hiring of 2025
Read full article: Surge of 130,000 US hires last month is a stark contrast to the weak hiring of 2025U.S. employers added a surprisingly strong 130,000 jobs last month, but government revisions cut 2024-2025 U.S. payrolls by hundreds of thousands.
Retail sales unchanged in December from November, closing out year on a lackluster tone
Read full article: Retail sales unchanged in December from November, closing out year on a lackluster toneShoppers unexpectedly paused their spending in December from November, closing out the holiday shopping season and the year on a lackluster tone.
Valentineโs Day costs climb 30% in the past 5 years, survey finds
Read full article: Valentineโs Day costs climb 30% in the past 5 years, survey findsAn analysis by Savings.com of Consumer Price Index data found the cost of celebrating Valentineโs Day has risen by 30% since 2021, outpacing overall inflation and making the holiday harder to afford for many Americans.
โItโs an unseen epidemic:โ Substance abuse disorder rising among older adults, expert says
Read full article: โItโs an unseen epidemic:โ Substance abuse disorder rising among older adults, expert saysOne in 11 adults over the age of 60 has a substance abuse disorder, according to 2022 data from the American Psychological Association.
Accused militant is taken into custody in the deadly 2012 Benghazi attack
Read full article: Accused militant is taken into custody in the deadly 2012 Benghazi attackThe Justice Department says a key participant in the deadly 2012 attack on the U.S. compound in Benghazi, Libya, has been taken into custody and will be prosecuted in Washington in connection with the rampage that killed four Americans and became a divisive political issue.
US applications for jobless benefits jump by 22,000 to 231,000 last week, the most in 2 months.
Read full article: US applications for jobless benefits jump by 22,000 to 231,000 last week, the most in 2 months.The number of Americans applying for unemployment benefits jumped last week but remains in the same historically low range of the past few years.
The wealthy ramp up spending while other Americans tread water, new study finds
Read full article: The wealthy ramp up spending while other Americans tread water, new study findsHigher-income Americans and those with college degrees have ramped up their spending more quickly in the past three years than lower-income households and those without college diplomas, according to new data released Tuesday, evidence of worsening inequality amid overall growth that may explain some of the negative sentiment around the economy.
HHS unveils program to address homelessness and addiction, part of a set of new initiatives
Read full article: HHS unveils program to address homelessness and addiction, part of a set of new initiativesHealth Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. says his department will devote $100 million toward a pilot program addressing homelessness and substance abuse in eight cities.
Music's biggest stars use the Grammys stage to protest Trump's immigration crackdown
Read full article: Music's biggest stars use the Grammys stage to protest Trump's immigration crackdownArtists this awards season are having to decide whether and how to join the growing cultural revolt against the Trump administration's immigration crackdowns.
Judge blocks additional citizenship provisions in latest setback to Trump's election executive order
Read full article: Judge blocks additional citizenship provisions in latest setback to Trump's election executive orderA federal judge has blocked certain federal agencies from requesting citizenship status when distributing voter registration forms.
US applications for jobless benefits, a proxy for layoffs, tick down to 209,000 last week.
Read full article: US applications for jobless benefits, a proxy for layoffs, tick down to 209,000 last week.U.S. applications for unemployment benefits inched down modestly last week, remaining at historically healthy levels despite recent high-profile layoff announcements.
Your baby could qualify for $1,000 with a Trump Account. Here's what to know
Read full article: Your baby could qualify for $1,000 with a Trump Account. Here's what to knowClaiming to give every child โa shot at financial freedom,โ President Donald Trump is unveiling the new Trump Accounts initiative, which gives $1,000 to every newborn if their parents open an account.
Americans' confidence in the U.S. economy falls sharply in January to lowest level since 2014
Read full article: Americans' confidence in the U.S. economy falls sharply in January to lowest level since 2014U.S. consumer confidence declined sharply in January, hitting the lowest level since 2014 as Americans grow increasingly concerned about their financial prospects.
Trump administration's trust and credibility tested in wake of Pretti's death in Minneapolis
Read full article: Trump administration's trust and credibility tested in wake of Pretti's death in MinneapolisLawmakers in both parties are calling for investigations following the killing of Alex Jeffrey Pretti by a U.S. Border Patrol officer.
France honors fallen soldiers in Afghanistan after Trump's false claim about NATO troops
Read full article: France honors fallen soldiers in Afghanistan after Trump's false claim about NATO troopsA senior French official has emphasized the importance of honoring French soldiers who died in Afghanistan.
Sinner overcomes cramps, heat to continue Australian Open title defense. Djokovic gets 400th win
Read full article: Sinner overcomes cramps, heat to continue Australian Open title defense. Djokovic gets 400th winJannik Sinner made a dramatic comeback at the Australian Open, overcoming cramps and getting benefit from the tournament's extreme heat policy to beat Eliot Spizzirri.
Envoys push a US plan for ending Russia's war in Ukraine
Read full article: Envoys push a US plan for ending Russia's war in UkraineThe U.S.-led push to end Russiaโs nearly 4-year-old war in Ukraine gained momentum late last year and is moving ahead in 2026, with leaders, diplomats and envoys working on trying to reach a deal.
US applications for jobless benefits inch up last week to a still-low 200,000
Read full article: US applications for jobless benefits inch up last week to a still-low 200,000The number of Americans who applied for unemployment benefits inched up last week but U.S. layoffs remain historically low despite signs of a softening labor market.
Trump pushes for lower rates and ban on investor home purchases in bid to make homes more affordable
Read full article: Trump pushes for lower rates and ban on investor home purchases in bid to make homes more affordablePresident Donald Trumpโs plans for bringing homeownership within reach of more Americans involve pushing for lower interest rates on home loans and credit cards, and banning large institutional investors from buying single-family homes.
The new โBe The Peopleโ campaign wants to unite hundreds of millions of Americans to solve problems
Read full article: The new โBe The Peopleโ campaign wants to unite hundreds of millions of Americans to solve problemsA privately funded initiative called โBe The Peopleโ will try to connect hundreds of millions of Americans with efforts to solve local problems as part of a vision for the next 250 years of the United States.
Surrounded by billionaires in Davos, Trump plans to lay out how he'll make housing more affordable
Read full article: Surrounded by billionaires in Davos, Trump plans to lay out how he'll make housing more affordableOn the anniversary of his inauguration, President Donald Trump is heading to the World Economic Forum in Davos, an annual gathering of the global elite.
US launches another retaliatory strike in Syria, killing leader tied to deadly Islamic State ambush
Read full article: US launches another retaliatory strike in Syria, killing leader tied to deadly Islamic State ambushA third round of retaliatory strikes by the U.S. in Syria has resulted in the death of an Al-Qaeda-affiliated leader.
Final day to select ACA health plans arrives in most states, with no subsidy deal yet
Read full article: Final day to select ACA health plans arrives in most states, with no subsidy deal yetThe final day to select Affordable Care Act health insurance for the year has arrived across much of the country.
Just 198,000 Americans filed jobless claims last week, fewer than expected as layoffs remain low
Read full article: Just 198,000 Americans filed jobless claims last week, fewer than expected as layoffs remain lowFewer Americans applied for unemployment benefits last week as U.S. layoffs remain low despite growing concern about a weakening job market.
What Americans think about Trump's first year back in office, according to AP-NORC polling
Read full article: What Americans think about Trump's first year back in office, according to AP-NORC pollingPresident Donald Trumpโs second term has been eventful, but you wouldnโt know it from his approval numbers.
Greenland biathlete pursues Olympic dream while anxious about 'terrifying' threats to her homeland
Read full article: Greenland biathlete pursues Olympic dream while anxious about 'terrifying' threats to her homelandGreenland biathlete Ukaleq Slettemark is used to the stress of competing on the world stage as she tries to qualify for the Milan Cortina Winter Olympics.
Some personnel at key US base in Qatar advised to evacuate as Iran official brings up earlier attack
Read full article: Some personnel at key US base in Qatar advised to evacuate as Iran official brings up earlier attackSome personnel at a key U.S. military base in Qatar have been advised to evacuate.
What Americans think about Trump's military intervention abroad, according to a new AP-NORC poll
Read full article: What Americans think about Trump's military intervention abroad, according to a new AP-NORC pollA new poll shows most Americans believe President Donald Trump has โgone too farโ in using the U.S. military to intervene in other countries.
Family budgets are stretched and bargain grocer Aldi seizes the moment in a rapid expansion
Read full article: Family budgets are stretched and bargain grocer Aldi seizes the moment in a rapid expansionThe discount grocery chain Aldi is expanding rapidly and plans to open more than 180 U.S. stores this year as more Americans skip nights out at restaurants and cook at home due to anxiety over the nationโs economy.
A $400,000 payout after Maduro's capture is putting prediction markets in the spotlight
Read full article: A $400,000 payout after Maduro's capture is putting prediction markets in the spotlightPrediction markets let people wager on anything from a basketball game to the outcome of a presidential election โ and recently, the downfall of former Venezuelan President Nicolรกs Maduro.
House passes bill to extend health care subsidies in defiance of GOP leaders
Read full article: House passes bill to extend health care subsidies in defiance of GOP leadersThe House has passed legislation that extends expired health care subsidies for those who get coverage through the Affordable Care Act.
Slightly more Americans file for jobless benefits in the last week of 2025, but layoffs remain low
Read full article: Slightly more Americans file for jobless benefits in the last week of 2025, but layoffs remain lowU.S. filings for unemployment benefits rose in the last week of 2025 but remain historically low, despite signs that the labor market is weakening.
What Americans think about crowdfunding campaigns, according to a new AP-NORC poll
Read full article: What Americans think about crowdfunding campaigns, according to a new AP-NORC pollA new AP-NORC poll finds that about 2 in 10 U.S. adults donated money to a crowdfunding campaign over the last year, with medical expenses proving most common.
Job openings slide to 2nd lowest level in 5 years as hiring remains sluggish
Read full article: Job openings slide to 2nd lowest level in 5 years as hiring remains sluggishU.S. employers posted far fewer jobs in November than the previous month, a sign that employers arenโt yet ramping up hiring even as growth has picked up.