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The court's action means Victor Saldaño is likely to be executed even though both defense and state experts determined he was not eligible for execution under the law.

Messi scored a record-setting 17th World Cup goal in Argentina's game against Austria. And, then, he netted another goal, making him the all-time leader in World Cup tournaments (men and women).

For more than a decade, actor Laverne Cox been one of the most visible trans women in America. But the Orange Is the New Black star says she spent most of childhood keeping herself hidden.

The record executive was instrumental in shepherding the successful careers of a number of monumental music stars, including Aretha Franklin, Bruce Springsteen, Janis Joplin, Billy Joel and Whitney Houston.

An investigation is underway to determine the cause. Police said the suspects claimed they were bullied at school.

The Supreme Court has left in place a ruling that strikes down a key tool for enforcing Voting Rights Act protections for voters with a disability or an inability to read or write in seven states.

Wellness influencers often talk about fixing a broken gut microbiome. And marketers sell tests and supplements to fix your gut health. Here's what what the evidence really shows about gut health.

During his chairmanship, Greenspan was celebrated as possibly the best central banker in history. But later, his reputation was tarnished by the worst financial crisis since the Great Depression.

Prime Minister Keir Starmer is stepping down. His likely successor, Andy Burnham, a popular former mayor, would become the U.K.'s seventh prime minister in 10 years.

States that have banned abortion are suing to stop mailing of abortion pills over state lines. But the telehealth providers say no matter the outcome, they can adapt, and so will their patients.