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U.N. calls for equality, 'feminist future' on International Women's Day
The United Nations on Thursday marked the upcoming International Women's Day with a call for feminine equality under a banner of rights and empowerment.
Anti-Trump protests mark International Women's Day
People marked International Women's Day on Saturday, including in several U.S. cities where demonstrators protested against President Donald Trump and his administration.
More than 1,000 killed in two days amid Syrian conflict
More than 1,000 have died since Thursday amid fighting between Syrian government forces and supporters of former President Bashar al-Assad, a monitoring organization announced.
Lady Gaga mocks her Razzie 'wins' for 'Joker 2' in 'SNL' monologue
Pop star and actress Lady Gaga hosted and served as musical guest on this weekend's edition of "Saturday Night Live."
Pro-Palestine group vandalized Trump’s Turnberry golf course in Scotland
The pro-Palestinian group Palestine Action vandalized President Donald Trump's Turnberry golf course in Ayrshire, Scotland, early Saturday due to his support for Israel and call to relocate Gazans.
Domestic abuse charges against Chiefs receiver 'dismissed'
Domestic abuse charges have been dropped against Kansas City Chiefs wide receiver Xavier Worthy after a prosecutor declined to accept the case, officials have announced.
Trump admin says tariffs meant for 'drug war, not trade war'
Trump administration officials said Sunday that impending tariffs are aimed at a drug war, not a trade war.
How are you staying fit after 65? Tell us about a unique fitness routine you love
From playing double Dutch to pole dancing, older adults are redefining what 'age-appropriate' fitness looks like.
You don't have to drink to feel festive. Here are 4 tips for cheery and sober holiday celebrations
How do you get into the holiday spirit without a bubbly glass of champagne? We consulted the experts
No holiday plans? This social app will match you with a group of strangers for dinner
Timeleft gives you limited details about your fellow diners prior to meal, but that's part of the allure.
Strong at any age: Readers 65 and up share their favorite fitness routines
From rock climbing to skiing, weightlifting to dance, Times readers have found unique, fun and addictive ways of staying fit.
Meat is central to my cultural heritage. Here's how I gave it up
When I first went vegan, the choice seemed at odds with my family traditions. Here's how I found a way to feel connected to my culture without abandoning my values.
For Hollywood crews, the mantra was 'Survive till '25.' So now what?
Hollywood's crew members reflect on a 2024 marked by production slowdowns, mental health struggles and sacrifices as they brace for a fragile recovery.
12 healthy, joyful and restorative wellness activities for 2025
Want to improve your self-care and wellness routines in 2025? Embrace these fun and healthy practices to stay centered throughout the new year.
The 2025 joy calendar of activities and events perfect for Californians
We're at the start of a new year. Take time to plan your next adventures using our expert guides that offer opportunities for fun, road trips, self-care and more for...
Constantly anxious? Ease your mind by asking yourself this one question
In "Beyond Anxiety," Martha Beck argues that discovering your creative calling is the antidote to an anxious existence.
How to talk to friends and family about the devastation of the wildfires
Experts in processing grief and trauma say there's no right way to comfort a friend during a time of devastation. The most important thing is that you reach out.
The dark side of 'brightsiding': Why you should avoid toxic positivity in times of crisis
If you find yourself wanting to say to someone who lost everything, 'You should make a gratitude list,' don't.
The Surgeon General's parting prescription? Community. Amid the fires, L.A. is filling it
Community is a cornerstone of both individual wellness and collective well-being in even the best of times. Now, friends, neighbors and an army of Los Angeles volunteers are proving that...
A new generation has its own Dr. Spock — and a very different take on parenting
Many in the current cohort look to Emily Oster, an economist who urges mothers and fathers to use the best data to make decisions for themselves.
Hollywood's spiciest writing group? It's at a retirement home for showbiz veterans
How a weekly memoir writing group at the Motion Picture Television Fund became a creative outlet and surrogate family for its aging members.
Meltdowns, nightmares and regressions: The L.A. fires are taking a traumatic toll on kids
The L.A. County fires have taken a traumatic toll on kids. The distress is coming out in their art and play, and it is leading to some developmental regressions.
Diversity helps: Study shows more women on boards can improve how businesses are managed
Despite large multinational companies such as Goldman Sachs, Paramount, Google and others removing their diversity, equity and inclusion policies, the evidence is clear: having a diverse team can help businesses...
Phone bans sweep US schools despite skepticism
At a red-brick school in Virginia, Hayden Jones is one of 1,000 students banned from using their phones as part of a trial hoping to boost learning.
Optimal brain processing requires balance between excitatory and inhibitory neurons, study suggests
The brain's ability to process information is known to be supported by intricate connections between different neuron populations. A key objective of neuroscience research has been to delineate the processes...
Political stress: Can you stay engaged without sacrificing your mental health?
Stress from politics isn't fundamentally different from other kinds of stress, but it can encompass and enhance other sources of anxiety, experts say.
How Robert F. Kennedy Jr. went from outsider to Cabinet pick
A sensational and troubled past often dogged Robert F. Kennedy Jr.'s presidential run, but didn't prevent him from landing a Cabinet appointment from his new ally, President-elect Donald Trump.
Abcarian: The latest evidence that putting RFK Jr. in charge of public health would be a disaster
An advisor to Donald Trump's pick for Health and Human Services, Robert F. Kennedy Jr., petitioned the government to withdraw approval of the polio vaccine.