U.S. & World

Players swiping their way through levels of Candy Crush Saga might be surprised to learn they’re solving puzzles enhanced by unsuspected ally: artificial intelligence.

News that the global Catholic church would get its first-ever U.S.-born pope was welcomed by Catholics across the ideological spectrum in Pope Leo XIV’s homeland, raising the question of whether he might be able to ease some of the deep divisions within its ranks.

President Donald Trump reportedly is set to accept a luxury Boeing 747-8 jumbo jet as a gift from the royal family of Qatar during his trip to the Middle East this coming week.

One person was killed and at least two dozen others were hurt Sunday morning following a fiery crash involving a bus in Hacienda Heights.

Pope Leo XIV has called for a just and lasting peace in Ukraine and an immediate ceasefire in Gaza with the release of hostages and delivery of humanitarian aid.

A supporters group for Nashville’s MLS team canceled game-day activities following recent U.S. I.C.E. operations in Tennessee.

Pope Leo XIV laid out the vision of his papacy Saturday, identifying artificial intelligence as one of the most critical matters facing humanity.

Tricia McLaughlin accused members of Congress of assaulting and even body-slamming ICE officers.

The U.S. is up to 1,001 confirmed measles cases. Texas posted one of its lowest counts of newly confirmed cases since its large outbreak began three months ago.

Clemson University President James Clements was floored — literally — by his daughter’s college graduation Thursday. 

A half-ton spacecraft launched by the Soviet Union 53 years ago is expected to fall back to Earth this weekend.

James Antaki has worked for over 30 years on a device to help infants with holes in their hearts and other defects. Now it’s all at risk.

Spotify, Soundcloud and other platforms have pulled the song, but its spread underscores the challenges tech platforms face in removing content that violate their policies.