Proposed rule on PFAS “forever chemicals” could cost companies $1 billion, but health experts say it still falls short
A proposed federal rule calls for forcing companies to disclose whether their products contain toxic “forever” chemicals, the government’s first attempt at cataloging the pervasiveness...
NASCAR contractor Duane Tabinski electrocuted to death at Chicago Street Race
Contractor Duane Tabinski dies at NASCAR course Contractor Duane Tabinski dies at NASCAR course 00:44 A contractor has died after being electrocuted while setting up...
Man fishing with his son drowns after rescuing 2 other children swimming at Pennsylvania state park
Bucks County ID man after body recovered from Lake Nockamixon after rescuing 2 children Bucks County ID man after body recovered from Lake Nockamixon after...
Texas teen who reportedly vanished 8 years ago while walking his dogs is found alive
Police: Texas teen was not actually missing Texas teen reported missing by mom in 2015 was “not missing,” police say 02:30 Update: Houston police said...
United Airlines passengers affected by flight havoc to receive travel vouchers
United Airlines has distributed 30,000 miles to travelers whose flights were canceled or delayed due to bad weather and air traffic gridlock last week. Customers...
Despite soaring prices, flexible travelers can find budget-friendly ways to enjoy summer getaways
Summer travel plans have been met with sky-high prices that may be out of reach for some. However, resourceful travelers who can embrace flexibility are...
What’s open on Fourth of July?
It’s time to fire up the grill and call friends and family over to celebrate the Fourth of July, which this year falls on a...
Joey Chestnut remains hot dog eating champ. Here’s how many calories he consumed during the event.
Another Fourth of July means another round of competitive hot dog eating — and lots of calories consumed. After stormy weather delayed the men’s portion...
California lawmakers to weigh over 100 recommendations from reparations task force
A state task force in California has proposed more than 100 recommendations, including cash payments that could surpass $1 million in certain cases, as part...
How many Americans still haven’t caught COVID-19? CDC publishes final 2022 estimates
Nearly 1 in 4 U.S. adults and older teens had still not caught COVID-19 by the end of last year, according to new estimates from...
Roller coaster riders stuck upside down for hours at Wisconsin festival
Eight roller coaster riders were stuck hanging upside down for around three hours at a Wisconsin festival on Sunday, officials said. The incident happened at...
Firework injuries send people to hospitals across U.S. as authorities issue warnings
Officials across the country are urging Americans to practice firework safety as accidents send people to the hospital in different states. Almost 75% of all...
Maternal deaths in the U.S. more than doubled over two decades with Black mothers dying at the highest rate
Maternal deaths across the U.S. more than doubled over the course of two decades, and the tragedy unfolded unequally. Black mothers died at the nation’s...
Overstock CEO wants to distance company from “taint” of Bed Bath & Beyond
As Overstock.com rechristens itself as Bed Bath & Beyond in a bid to strengthen sales, executives at the company want to distance the new brand from...