U.S. adds 166K COVID-19 cases; millions in California, Washington under new restrictions

The United States has added more than 160,000 COVID-19 cases, according to updated data, and surges along parts of the West Coast ushered in new restrictions Tuesday.

Half-nephew of Kim Jong Un in CIA custody, report says

The half-nephew of North Korean leader Kim Jong Un was taken into CIA custody, but his whereabouts are unknown, according to a recent report.

Another record: U.S. adds 143,000 COVID-19 cases as deaths spike

The explosive surge of COVID-19 cases in the United States is showing absolutely no signs of slowing, as the country has set another case record for the second straight day.

Man wins $3.2M after using same lottery numbers for 35 years

A Maine man won a $3.2 million lottery jackpot using the same numbers he has been using in the TriState Megabucks drawing for 35 years.

Patients with worst COVID-19 may be best plasma donors, study says

Factors such as sex, age and severity of the disease may help identify COVID-19 survivors who have high levels of antibodies that can protect against the disease, a new study suggests.

FBI: Russian hackers targeting government networks

Russian hackers have targeted dozens of government computer networks in recent weeks, the FBI warned Thursday, adding that there's no indication the efforts have disrupted the U.S. elections process.

U.S., Russia near deal to extend nuclear arms treaty, freeze warheads

The United States and Russia said Tuesday they are nearing a deal to freeze nuclear warheads in both nations and extend the New Strategic Arms Reduction Treaty for a year.

Social Security cost-of-living increase next year will be lowest since 2017

Monthly Social Security benefits for American retirees and others will increase 1.3% next year with a cost-of-living adjustment, officials announced Tuesday.

Another 840K in U.S. file new unemployment claims, Labor Dept. says

Another 840,000 U.S. workers have filed new unemployment claims, the Labor Department said in its weekly report Thursday.

Another study suggests common cold protects some from COVID-19

The common cold can be miserable, but it might also help protect against COVID-19, a new study suggests. The researchers added that people who've had COVID-19 may be immune to it for a long time, possibly even for life.