New options for testing and treating some of the most common sexually transmitted diseases are becoming available.

Malaysia and Indonesia have blocked access to Elon Musk's AI chatbot Grok because of its misuse in generating explicit images.

An autistic Barbie is joining Mattel's line of fashion dolls that's intended to celebrate diversity.

Hollywood’s awards season is underway with the 83rd Golden Globe Awards.

Ariana Grande said goodbye to her “Wicked” character Glinda’s staple color pink and went dark in a black ball gown at the Golden Globes on Sunday.

Google is expanding the shopping features in its AI chatbot by teaming up with Walmart, Shopify, Wayfair and other big retailers to turn the Gemini app into a virtual merchant as well as an assistant.

A group of Buddhist monks is getting viral attention with their 2,300-mile Walk for Peace from Fort Worth, Texas, to Washington, D.C. The monks say their aim is to promote mindfulness and healing and finding inner peace.

Olympians can teach us to redefine what it means to be successful.

Medical experts say strength training keeps bones and muscles healthy after menopause when estrogen loss speeds up a reduction in bone density and contributes to the gradual loss of muscle mass.

A$AP Rocky's first full-length album in eight years, “Don’t Be Dumb,” and Matt Damon and Ben Affleck reuniting in Netflix’s “The Rip” are some of the new television, films, music and games headed to a device near you.

David Bowie’s childhood home could soon become a tourist attraction.

Artificial intelligence took center stage at this year's CES gadget show, but not always for the right reasons.

Getting into nature can be challenging during the workday.

The Apple Card, known for its intuitive features and other perks for consumers, will now be issued by JPMorgan but Apple says nothing will change for users.

More artificial intelligence is being implanted into Gmail as Google tries to turn the world’s most used email service into a personal assistant that can improve writing, summarize far-flung information buried in inboxes and deliver daily to-do lists.

As a shooting unfolded at Brown University on Dec. 13, students turned to the anonymous app Sidechat to document fear, confusion and grief in real time — often before receiving official alerts.

Gadgets promoting a wide array of health benefits are on display at the annual CES trade show in Las Vegas.

Most people know they should probably be stretching and lifting weights.

Everyone is talking about affordability in 2026, so the experts at Edmunds have assembled a list of five cars and SUVs that rank highly in their respective vehicle classes.

Crowds flooded freshly opened showroom floors on Day 2 of CES, met by thousands of robots, AI companions, assistants, health longevity tech, wearables and more.

A golden phone that President Donald Trump’s family business promised to release last year remains mysteriously under wraps as the technology industry serves up a gluttony of new gadgets in Las Vegas this week.

Nvidia, AMD and Intel all had important chip and AI platform announcements on the first day of CES 2026, but all audiences wanted to see more of was Star Wars and Jensen Huang’s little robot buddies.

For retirement savers and retirees, the new year brings more than the usual inflation adjustments to retirement contributions.

With the start of the New Year squarely behind us, it’s once again time for the annual CES trade show to shine a spotlight on the latest tech companies plan on offering in 2026.

Experts say home care can affect your health and finances.

Missi Dowd-Figueroa has brought life back to her fire-ravaged plot in Altadena by planting sunflowers.

The U.S. military operation to capture Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro has disrupted Caribbean travel.

Returns to “The Pitt,” the Grid and music of Kid Laroi are some of the new television, films and music headed to a device near you.

Incoming New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani is making history not only as the city's first mayor to take the oath of office on a Quran but also as the first Muslim, South Asian, and African-born mayor.

Betty Boop and “Blondie” are among the highlights of titles entering the public domain with the arrival of 2026.

Incoming New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani will make history as the city's first mayor to take the oath of office on a Quran.

The U.S. Semiquincentennial Commission wants to turn America’s 250th birthday celebration into the country’s single biggest year for volunteering.

Plug-in hybrids can serve as a bridge to electric vehicles, offering 30–50 miles of electric-only range before a gas engine takes over.

Hong Kong rang in 2026 without fireworks over Victoria Harbor after a massive fire in November killed at least 161 people.

The old and nuanced art of Peking opera is working hard to flourish in an era of digital entertainment and incessant screens.

They’re ready to embark on 2026.

The year’s first supermoon and meteor shower will compete for dominance in January skies.

There is a lot to know about reinvesting dividends, from how it works to the tax treatment to living off dividends in retirement.

Local authorities in France say Brigitte Bardot’s funeral is set for next week in the French Riviera resort of Saint-Tropez which she helped make famous.

A dozen iconic swans at Lake Eola in downtown Orlando have died recently from an unknown cause.

It’s that time again when we turn the calendar page on one year and meet another.

Hawaii authorities are cracking down on illegal fireworks after a tragic explosion last New Year's Eve killed six people.

The New York City transit system is retiring the MetroCard after more than 30 years.

Volunteering with children can build confidence and teach social and problem-solving skills.

As 2025 wraps up, The Associated Press has curated a list of memorable stories and enjoyable reads published this year.

Fernando Dávila, a 72-year-old artist in Florida, paints vibrant works despite being colorblind.

Many retirement developments serve as a tranquil refuge for older people who can no longer traveling to faraway places or engaging in bold adventures.

The end of the year brings fewer new streaming options, but it's a great time to catch up on 2025's best movies, TV, music, and games.

When shopping for a high-quality used car or SUV, who wouldn’t be against a vehicle with a luxury badge that’s loaded with features.

Before the lights go down at “Liberation” on Broadway, the audience is talking.

A group of volunteer pilots and animal lovers, known as Seuk’s Army, has been conducting weekly airlifts to rescue pets from overwhelmed Southern shelters.

The oldest baby boomers are turning 80 in 2026.

You can roll over your unused 529 dollars into a Roth IRA or ABLE account, but there are limits.

The Powerball jackpot has jumped to an eye-popping $1.7 billion after yet another drawing passed without a big winner.

Barry Manilow will have surgery to remove a cancerous spot on his left lung, and has rescheduled his upcoming concerts in January.

A new night-time holiday display in San Francisco's Golden Gate Park is delighting visitors with music, colors and over a million twinkling lights.

From department stores to grocers, many companies across the U.S. close early on Christmas Eve and shut their doors entirely on Christmas Day — while others opt to cut back hours.

In a year of pop culture moments, some things were old and some things were very new.

It's not too late to turn the page on old habits and start reading again in 2026.

Christian influencers are reaching hundreds of thousands of young people online.

Prince William and his son, Prince George, have helped make Christmas lunch at a homeless shelter.

Thousands of people have gathered at Stonehenge to celebrate the winter solstice.

Originally a Christian holiday celebrating the birth of Jesus, Christmas has evolved into a global cultural event.

For the 70th year in a row, people of all ages will be able to get updates on Santa's journey around the world from the North American Aerospace Defense Command in Colorado.

Jennifer Lawrence playing a new mother whose behavior becomes increasingly erratic in “Die My Love” and three more “Stranger Things” episodes are some of the new television, films, music and games headed to a device near you.

A court in Romania has sentenced American rapper Wiz Khalifa to nine months in jail on drug possession charges.

The past year wasn't all doom and gloom; there was plenty to smile about, too.

Jamaica has held a tribute to honor reggae giant Jimmy Cliff, with officials asking that people celebrate him and not turn the ceremony into a sad event.

Hiring a financial planner can deliver a return that can’t be quantified: peace of mind.

A national survey shows teen use of alcohol, nicotine and marijuana remains at record lows.

Chevrolet versus Ford.

A new AP-NORC poll finds that most U.S. adults are on board with giving cash or gift cards as holiday presents.

When a measles outbreak hit West Texas this year, school absences surged far beyond the number of children who likely became sick.

Maximalism in cocktails is making a comeback.

Rome has opened two subway stations.

France's first lady has defended her use of a sexist slur against feminist protesters.

A trade association says new U.S. tariffs increased artificial Christmas tree prices by 10% to 15% this year as tree companies reduced their orders and raised prices to cover the higher import taxes.

Rob Reiner created iconic films that many people rewatch and quote.

It’s well established that children have an easier time learning second languages.

Connecticut is working to become a destination for holiday movie fans, promoting its charming towns featured in films by Hallmark and Lifetime.

The warm scents of gingerbread and pine are holiday favorites, but experts warn they can affect indoor air quality.

If you're feeling overwhelmed by the pressure to spend money on gifts, parties, and travel this holiday season, you're not alone.

Marlon Wayans starring in the Jordan Peele-produced football thriller “Him” and the iHeartRadio Z100’s Jingle Ball 2025 featuring Conan Gray, Ed Sheeran, Jelly Roll and Olivia Dean are some of the new television, films, music and games headed to a device near you.

The holiday season means time with family and new memories, but it can also mean lots of spending — sometimes too much.

Eastern Orthodoxy in the U.S. is experiencing a surge in converts, partly due to online content.

Australian accident investigators have released dramatic images showing a skydiver's parachute entangled on an airplane's tail, leaving him dangling at 15,000 feet.

The U.N.'s cultural agency has listed Switzerland’s long-celebrated yodeling among 67 traditions honored its list of intangible cultural heritage.

If you're staying in this holiday season, it's a great time to catch up on some of 2025's standout TV shows.

A rare magnum of Dom Pérignon Vintage 1961 champagne that was specially produced for the 1981 wedding of Prince Charles and Lady Diana has failed to sell during an auction.

Chase Sui Wonders always thought she was “kind of funny,” but it was officially confirmed after booking “The Studio” after just one audition.

Navigating holiday parties can be tough for introverts and people who are shy or have social anxiety.

The heirs of an 83-year-old Connecticut woman are suing ChatGPT maker OpenAI and its business partner Microsoft for wrongful death.

Some of the most iconic American Western art is heading to auction at Christie’s in New York.

The Federal Reserve cut its benchmark interest rate by a quarter point Wednesday for the third time since September, bringing its key rate to about 3.6%, the lowest in nearly three years.

Author James Patterson has surprised hundreds of booksellers with $500 checks for the holidays.

Few authors made readers laugh harder than did author Sophie Kinsella.

The next Met Gala co-chairs have been announced, and it's a high-powered quartet: Beyoncé, Venus Williams and Nicole Kidman will join Vogue's Anna Wintour in hosting the starry event next May.

Sound baths are meditative experiences where participants lie down and are immersed in sound waves from instruments like gongs, singing bowls and chimes.

If you’re in the market for a new vehicle, the remaining weeks of December could be a great time to buy.

Italian food is known and loved around the world for its fresh ingredients and palate-pleasing tastes, but the U.N.’s cultural agency is giving foodies another reason to celebrate their pizza, pasta and tiramisu by listing Italian cooking as part of the world’s “intangible” cultural heritage.