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Amid the whirl of Cabinet nominations, senators affirm the civic virtues of wisdom and temperance that bolster American democracy.

Pete Hegseth, Donald Trump’s nominee for U.S. defense secretary, has repeatedly questioned if men and women should serve in the same combat unit. Gen. Jennie Carignan, who commands Canada’s military, defended women’s combat roles at a security forum.

While Bible-based lessons will not be mandatory, schools that incorporate them will receive additional funding. Boosters say the Bible is a core feature of American history, while critics point out the lessons will alienate students from other religions.

Philippine Vice President Sara Duterte publicly threatened the life of the country’s president on Nov. 23. Under the Philippine penal code, such public remarks may constitute a crime and is punishable by a jail term and fine.

Americans used to call it being thrifty. Then it was Voluntary Simplicity. Today, Generation Z is exploring “underconsumption core,” with an eye for more meaningful holidays and less stuff.

Temporary protected status covers many U.S. immigrants. President-elect Trump says he’ll challenge its use, particularly for Haitians in Springfield, Ohio.

In a late session at the United Nations climate talks, countries finally agreed on how rich nations can help poor ones in the face of climate change.

Israel's attacks are aimed at Hezbollah militants, but a fatal weekend strike hit Lebanon's army center, igniting a heavy barrage in the ongoing war.

Good journalism opens minds and invites readers to see things differently. Sometimes, readers can have a similar effect on journalists.

Donald Trump has tapped Scott Bessent as treasury secretary, Russell Vought for the Office of Management and Budget, Rep. Lori Chavez-DeRemer as labor secretary, and Scott Turner as housing secretary.

With a little help from their four-footed friends, communities are countering harsh politics with civic activities that evoke kindness and respect.

New science shows that farm animals and other creatures exhibit signs of conscious experience. How should this make us see them – and ourselves?

Freshman enrollment declined at colleges for the first time since 2020. But some historically Black colleges and universities are experiencing record increases. What’s behind their success?

From aging power plants to devastating hurricanes, here’s a look at the factors driving outages on the island.

The first election of Donald Trump fueled major protests, including the Women’s March. This time around, the self-dubbed “resistance” movement appears less energized.

ICC issues arrest warrant for Benjamin Netanyahu and Yoav Gallant for allegedly depriving Gazans of essential items. Local merchants and gangs worsen the shortages.

Should Ukraine surrender land to Russia to end the war? Opposition had been strong throughout the conflict, but Ukrainians are shifting on whether their territory is inviolate.

Under threat of being caught up in the Iran-Israel conflict, Iraqis listen to a revered cleric offering advice on the benefits of integrity.

As the world’s leaders discuss the planet’s future at COP29, in Nigeria, a group of local women is defending its own forests, vigilante-style.

The announcement came just one day after Mr. Gaetz met with a number of key GOP senators. It’s unclear whom Mr. Trump might select to replace him.

Behind COP29 problems in agreeing on a fund to help developing countries face global warming is a threat to the idea of shared global climate action.

A million new users flooded onto the social media platform Bluesky in the week after Election Day. It’s like X, but the mood is less blustery and there are fewer trolls. Here’s a guide on how it works.

How can we counter climate change? Turn off the lights. Buy secondhand toys. We can’t fix it alone, but we can start right where we are.

Fairy tales often present characters as either good or bad. “Wicked” author Gregory Maguire asks readers to let go of binary thinking as they consider morality.