The Scripps National Spelling Bee champ set a new competition record. Here’s the winning word
How does a spell-off work? Shrey Parikh set a new record during the unique round to win the 2026 National Scripps Spelling Bee.
Are mortgage rates continuing to rise?
High mortgage rates blamed for drop in pending U.S. home sales. Mortgage rates 2026. Why are mortgage rates going up? Are home sales declining?
Cheers erupt as 5 found alive in Laos cave, but rescue is far from over
Laos cave rescue. Laos cave rescue updates. Are there survivors in the Laos cave? What is going on with the Laos cave?
Here’s how much Americans need to make now to afford a home
How much money do you need to buy a house? Income needed to afford a house. Housing affordability gains affected by rising mortgage rates.
Latest numbers, news on Ebola outbreak
Outbreak in Africa has become the third largest on record
Biden takes legal action against DOJ to protect private recordings
Biden argues his private conversations deserve protection from public disclosure.
9 missing after Washington paper mill tank implosion and officials say there’s no hope of survivors
Incident was second notable chemical tank failure in days on the West Coast.
The two things parents want most
Young moms and dads sometimes have to choose between time spent with kids or food on the table
How Tulsi Gabbard and several strangers honored this widow’s Memorial Day request
Learn more about the unique military tradition and how it took center stage at Arlington National Cemetery on Memorial Day.
Meet the resilient Utah ‘CEO of the Year’ behind the hidden door
Despite setbacks, Jeremy Barker of Murphy Door has learned to persevere.