Students in Brazil Occupy High Schools
Brazil now faces its own Occupy Movement in public schools.
Meet Monique, the Chicken Sailing Around the World
Guirec Soudee is sailing around the world.
Push for Gun Control After Orlando Shooting
The day after 49 people were killed at a nightclub in Orlando, U.S. President Barack Obama called on the nation to make it harder for people who might be a threat to get guns — just as he had after other mass shootings.
Switzerland Opens World’s Longest, Deepest Rail Tunnel
Switzerland has opened the world’s longest and deepest railway tunnel, 17 years after starting work on the project.
Scientists Discover Gene Responsible for Multiple Sclerosis
Scientists have found that a single change in a person’s genetic material can cause primary progressive MS.
Contrast in Color Between Tony and Oscar Awards
Each year, the Tony Awards honor the best actors, entertainers, writers and producers from New York City’s Broadway theaters.
Orlando Shooting Renews Focus on ‘Homegrown Extremism’
As Americans mourn victims of the mass shooting over the weekend, authorities are focusing on what can be done to prevent “homegrown” extremist attacks.
Baby Born in NJ to Zika-Infected Mom Has Microcephaly
A baby girl born in New Jersey to a mother infected with the Zika virus has severe microcephaly, say health officials.
Adele Tells Fan to Stop Filming Her Concert
The British superstar Adele wants people to enjoy her live performances, and not videotape them.
50 Dead in Worst Mass Shooting in US History
A gunman has killed 50 people and wounded another 53 at a gay nightclub in Orlando, Florida.