Biden signs bill to declassify information on COVID-19 origins

President Joe Biden has signed a bipartisan bill that directs the federal government to declassify as much intelligence as possible about the origins of COVID-19 more than three years after the start of the pandemic.

'Ted Lasso' cast visit White House, promote mental health care

Comedian Jason Sudeikis, who plays the title character, and other cast members were meeting with President Joe Biden and first lady Jill Biden to talk about how mental health contributes to overall well-being.

World's happiest countries for 2023 — Here's where the US ranks

The 2023 World Happiness Report found that global acts of benevolence were found to be about 25% more common in 2022 compared to before the pandemic.

How to shop for new insurance if you lose Medicaid coverage

States will start cutting people from the government-funded plans when they no longer qualify based on income, a process that has been paused since shortly after the COVID-19 pandemic hit.

Gov. Newsom unveils plan for $30 insulin

Newsom announced a partnership with Civica Rx to provide insulin to Californians for $30 for 10 milliliters -- which he said was as little as one-tenth of the current cost.

US warns about fake, deadly pills being sold in Mexico

The travel alert posted Friday says Americans should “exercise caution when purchasing medication in Mexico.”

New study cites Wuhan raccoon dogs as possible origin of COVID-19

The raccoon dog earns its name from its facial markings similar to raccoons. The animals are known to be sold at the Huanan Seafood Wholesale Market, where many virologists suspect that the Covid-19 pandemic may have started.

Man accused of attacking flight attendant raises questions about security, mental health

A Massachusetts man accused of attacking a flight attendant and attempting to open the plane's emergency door on a cross-country flight has directed attention to passengers with mental health illnesses.

Dry cleaning chemical linked to risk of Parkinson’s disease, study says

Researchers in a new study say the chemical pollutes air and can enter homes, schools, and workplaces undetected, and exposure to it could increase your risk of Parkinson's.

Best music for falling asleep? Both lullabies and BTS, study suggests

A study suggests that there is no “one-size-fits-all" when it comes to sleep music. Some even opt for popular songs like BTS' “Dynamite" and “lovely" by Billie Eilish and Khalid.

Produce pesticides: Report details the cleanest and dirtiest fruits, vegetables

Some of the fruit and vegetable testing showed traces of pesticides long since banned by the EPA, according to the report. Here’s what ranked as the "cleanest."

Here are the top 20 'allergy capitals' of America in 2023

Climate change is bringing about longer and more intense allergy seasons. Here's what's ranked as the most challenging allergy city in the U.S.