Health

Dozens killed, 100 injured in fire at Swiss ski resort bar

The fire broke out in a bar called "Le Constellation" in the resort in southwestern Switzerland.

Novo Nordisk enters 2026 on the defense as it faces a ‘must-win’ battle in the U.S. market

The FDA approval of the Wegovy pill highlights many of the key themes Novo Nordisk will have to face in 2026.

Simple daily rituals for building fun, calm and play into your days in 2026

Breathe, make matcha, don’t eat so fast: these aren’t resolutions, they are simple habits for a more relaxing year

The Mother Who Never Stopped Believing Her Son Was Still There

For decades, Eve Baer remained convinced that her son, unresponsive after a severe brain injury, was still conscious. Science eventually proved her right.

Pasta

An inquiry into a few fundamental questions: How did spaghetti and meatballs, a dish no Italian recognizes, become so popular here? What makes some brands of pasta much better than others? What’s so special about fresh pasta? What do Italians know about cooking pasta that Americans don’t?

What Parents of Boys Should Know

Daughters tend to receive higher levels of affection and patience at home than sons. But the sons might need it more.

New Year’s Resolutions That Will Actually Lead to Happiness

Set goals to improve your well-being—not your wallet or your waistline.

A morning power hour, better skin on a budget: How 4 people used 'The Great Lock In' to reach their goals

Four women on how they reached their goals during 'The Great Lock In' social media challenge this fall.

Where does Sarah Palin go for her apology on death panels?

In Focus delivers deeper coverage of the political, cultural, and ideological issues shaping America. Published daily by senior writers and experts, these in-depth pieces go beyond the headlines to give readers the full picture. You can find our full list of In Focus pieces here.

Mystery meat and maggot-infested produce: the disturbing reality of US prison food

In Eating Behind Bars, author Leslie Soble details how food is used to further punish incarcerated people in the US

‘A state of crisis’: record number of Americans are pessimistic about US healthcare system

Costs, insurance delays and difficult-to-obtain mental health treatment plague the US health system

The perfect night out: how to ditch the telly

Happiness research has found we get more joy from active, challenging experiences than from passive consumption. So go somewhere new, grab the karaoke mic and leap out of your comfort zone