Trump Chooses ExxonMobil Chief as Secretary of State
U.S. President-elect Donald Trump has chosen Rex Tillerson as his secretary of state — the top cabinet position.
Bombings, Arrests in Turkey as Government Battles Opponents
Officials in Turkey say police have detained over 500 people since Monday because of their suspected ties to Kurdish militants.
Petrified Forest National Park: Ancient and Spectacular
This week on our national parks journey, we travel to the southwestern state of Arizona.
US Democratic Party Looks to the Future
Donald Trump’s election as president of the United States came as a shock to many Democratic Party activists.
Are You Standing in Line to Buy a Hatchimal?
Hatchimals are popular gifts for children this holiday season.
Executions Are Down, but Debate over Death Sentence Continues
The United States is expected to execute fewer people in 2016 than any year in the past 25 years.
Researchers Develop Long-Term, Drug Release Capsule
Researchers have developed a long-lasting capsule that, when swallowed, slowly releases medicine into the body.
NASA Developing Food Bars for Mars Flights
When astronauts go to the planet Mars years from now, they will need the right food to stay strong and healthy.
US Health Report: E-Cigarettes Not Safe for Young People
The United States’ top health official says electronic cigarettes can cause health problems for young people.
John Glenn, First American to Orbit Earth, Dies at 95
Astronaut John Glenn, the first American to orbit the earth, has died.