A heavily mutated variant of the virus that causes Covid-19 appears to be affecting primarily children, scientists say, though it’s not causing more severe disease – in kids or in adults.

Kids may be more likely to get the new ‘Cicada’ variant of Covid-19, scientists say. Here’s what to know about BA.3.2

By Eduardo Baptista BEIJING, April 2 (Reuters) - NASA sent four astronauts on the world's first crewed lunar mission in half a century on Wednesday, in preparation for a first-ever manned landing on

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The deepening energy crisis triggered by the US-Israel war with Iran has thrust energy security back onto the political stage in European countries.

Energy security rifts widen in Europe

Pakistan, Turkey, Egypt, Indonesia, Jordan, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, and the United Arab Emirates emphasized the "urgent need to refrain from measures" that risk further inflaming tensions on the ground. Eight Muslim-majority countries "strongly condemned" Israel's move to pass a law making death by hanging a default sentence for Palestinian terrorists convicted in military courts, a joint statement released by Pakistan said on Thursday.

Eight Muslim nations condemn Israel's 'dangerous' new death penalty law

Defence Minister claims Israel killed Alireza Tangsiri, citing his role in blocking the Strait of Hormuz.

Iranian naval commander Alireza Tangsiri killed in attack, says Israel

More than 122 million Americans are expected to travel at least 50 miles for Christmas and New Year's holidays this year.

Winter storm warnings issued across Northeast as up to 9 inches of snow forecast; deadly atmospheric river in California snarls travel

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Kevin Murray was his family's health watchdog. His vigilance helped his brothers "avoid a real catastrophe."

How one man's concern saved his brothers from heart disease

California officials are warning foragers after an outbreak of poisoning linked to wild mushrooms that has killed one adult and caused severe liver damage in several patients, including children.  The state poison control system has identified 21 cases of amatoxin poisoning, likely caused by death cap mushrooms, the health department said Friday.  The toxic wild mushrooms are often mistaken for edible ones because of their appearance and taste.

California officials warn against foraging wild mushrooms after deadly poisoning outbreak

Air China resumed direct flights to North Korea on Monday after a six-year pause. Following the return of rail services, the move signals a major step in reopening the isolated nation after strict pandemic-era border closures.View on euronews

China resumes flights to North Korea after a six-year pause

Amy Robach and T.J. Holmes have their autumnal candles lit, their Thanksgiving plans set and the kids' penchant for political discourse in check. But do they get an etiquette expert's seal of approval?

Politics at the table? Drinking the wine you brought? An etiquette expert's Thanksgiving dos and don'ts.

Getting the most out of a doctor’s visit requires some advance preparation.  “It is really hard — even for me as a doctor going to see my own family doctor — to remember the things that I wanted to bring up,” said Dr. Sarah Nosal, president of the American Academy of Family Physicians.

You finally got a doctor's appointment. Here's how to get the most out of it

The Westerlund 2 star cluster is home to some of the Milky Way's brightest stars.

Carina Nebula shines with white-blue stars | Space photo of the day for Jan. 5, 2026

What you do in the years leading up to menopause can help counter the natural hormonal effects of aging, setting you up for a healthier transition.

Midlife weight gain can start long before menopause – but you can take steps early on to help your body weather the hormonal shift

The Rev. Jesse Jackson was hospitalized on Wednesday and is under observation for a neurodegenerative condition, his organization, Rainbow PUSH Coalition, said in a statement

Jesse Jackson hospitalized, under observation for a neurodegenerative condition

Russian tycoon Oleg Deripaska proposes six-day workweeks to bolster Russia's economy.

Russian billionaire says 12-hour days and 6-day workweeks could help save the economy

Studies have linked ticks on 6 continents to alpha-gal syndrome and its unusual symptoms. An entomologist explains what this frustrating illness is.

A red meat allergy from tick bites is spreading – and the lone star tick isn’t the only alpha-gal carrier to worry about

Making sense of the various rationales going around — including drugs, democracy and the "Donroe Doctrine."

Trump says Venezuela will start 'turning over' oil to the U.S. Is that the reason he toppled Maduro — or is it something else?

NASA's XRISM X-ray spacecraft has clocked 2 million mph winds ripping out of a distant galaxy bursting with star formation.

This star-forming galaxy is blowing out powerful winds topping 2 million mph

Architect Frank O. Gehry, who designed unique buildings across the globe, has died.

Architect Frank Gehry has died: See his most iconic buildings

The soft drinks giant is making the investment alongside local "authorised bottlers" Coca-Cola Beverages South Africa and Coca-Cola Peninsula Beverages.

Coca-Cola Co. and bottlers to invest in South Africa operations

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Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. says the flu shot isn't effective in protecting children. Here's what experts say.

RFK Jr. says fewer flu shots for kids may be 'better.' What experts say.

A helpful guide on which new releases to watch, including Daisy Ridley's latest film and the chance to rent "Wicked: For Good" at home.

New movies to watch this weekend: See 'We Bury the Dead' in theaters, rent 'Wicked: For Good,' stream 'The Unbreakable Boy' on Starz

The Israeli military said on Thursday it has killed more than 40 members of the Iran-backed Hezbollah militia in Lebanon in the last 24 hours. Sources within Hezbollah also reported that dozens of fighters had been killed in close combat with Israeli soldiers in southern Lebanon.

Israel says 40 Hezbollah members killed as forces advance in Lebanon

Li Xiong, 41, the former chairman of Huione Group and a core member of what Chinese authorities call the Chen Zhi criminal syndicate, was escorted off a China Southern Airlines flight in Beijing on April 1 – shaven-headed, handcuffed, flanked by officers from China’s Ministry of Public Security. The real ...

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Germany is setting up a council to oversee the return of cultural property and human remains taken from former colonies.View on euronews

Germany to create restitution council to return colonia-era acquired cultural artefacts

Several Muslim countries have strongly criticized Israel's new death penalty law passed by parliament earlier this week. The foreign ministers of Saudi Arabia, Egypt, Jordan, Indonesia, Pakistan, Qatar, Turkey and the United Arab Emirates strongly condemn "the imposition of the death penalty in the occupied West Bank and its de facto application against Palestinians," according to a joint statement carried by the Saudi Press Agency (SPA) on Thursday.

Muslim nations condemn new Israeli death penalty law

While writing "Like, Follow, Subscribe: Influencer Kids and the Cost of a Childhood Online," Fortesa Latifi learned a lot about parent and child influencers. Like, a lot.

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Human Rights Watch says Capt Traoré, other military leaders and jihadists "may be liable" for the killings.

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