The red pigments in some fall leaves have proven to be a puzzle for researchers who debate why leaves bother to go red.

Democrats enjoyed major wins beyond just the marquee races, up and down the ballot — and across the country — continuing the ...

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The government shutdown is taking a growing toll on air traffic controllers who are working without pay. Staffing shortages ...

At the heart of the impasse is a debate about expiring subsidies for health insurance. It's the latest chapter in a fight ...

In some two dozen previous cases, the Supreme Court has been largely receptive to Trump's claims of presidential authority, ...

Democrats had a good night, winning major races including governor's races in Virginia and New Jersey and a redistricting ...

Tax season is approaching. Tax breaks that were extended as part of President Trump's "One Big Beautiful Bill" will mainly ...

Trump's tariffs are raising tens of billions of dollars for the federal government. They're also costing consumers, ...

President Donald Trump announced Tuesday he has decided to nominate Jared Isaacman to serve as his NASA administrator, months ...

The attack Tuesday killed two people aboard the vessel, Hegseth said, bringing the death toll from the Trump administration's ...

Public health leaders convene in Washington, D.C. this week to defend their vision for America's health, and look ahead for ...