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Biden Administration Moves to Limit Methane, a Potent Greenhouse Gas

President Biden intends to restore and strengthen rules rescinded in the previous administration that aim to prevent methane leaks from oil and gas wells.
The planned announcement comes as Mr. Biden, who is at a global climate summit, faces intense pressure to show the U.S. is serious about the issue.

Leaders Warn of Climate ‘Doomsday’ as Old Rifts Divide Summit’s First Day

The opening day of a climate summit was heavy on dire warnings and light on substantive proposals as leaders in Glasgow met to discuss a warming world.

Leaders of more than 100 countries at the COP26 summit vowed to end deforestation by 2030.

President Biden acknowledged the irony of seeking more oil production while pushing for clean energy.

Supreme Court Hints That It May Allow Challenge to Texas Abortion Law

After almost three hours of arguments, a majority of the justices seemed inclined to let abortion providers pursue a challenge to the restrictive law.

How Often Do Covid Vaccines Cause Heart Problems in Kids?

The latest data suggests myocarditis remains very uncommon, and is almost always mild and temporary. The heart risk from Covid-19 itself is far greater.

A judge blocked the city of Chicago from enforcing its vaccine mandate for police officers. Catch up on Covid news.

Almost 9,000 city workers were placed on unpaid leave as New York’s vaccine mandate began.

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United States ›	United StatesAvg. on Nov. 1	14-day change
New cases	74,504	–11%
New deaths	1,309	–20%

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Democrats’ Bill Would Cover Poor Uninsured Adults, Up to a Point

The social policy bill would provide free private health insurance for more than two million adults locked out of coverage, but only for four years.

Della Young, 49, a kidney transplant patient with lupus, lost her Medicaid coverage when she moved to Georgia from New York.

Manchin Raises Doubts on Safety Net Bill, Complicating Path to Quick Vote

Senator Joe Manchin, a crucial swing vote, demanded more time to evaluate the economic and fiscal ramifications of the $1.85 trillion plan.

Jurors for Kyle Rittenhouse Trial Are Swiftly Selected

Mr. Rittenhouse faces six criminal counts in the shooting deaths of two men and the wounding of another in the aftermath of protests in Kenosha, Wis.

BIPOC or POC? Equity or Equality? The Debate Over Language on the Left.

For those pushing for changes in society on race and other issues, words matter. They can also muddle.

Emma Blackson is a health care researcher who examines the ways racism and bias affect patient health outcomes in treatment.

Kenneth Branagh Is Finally Processing His Childhood Trauma

Branagh made his cinematic name with vibrant interpretations of Shakespeare, but a smaller, more personal project may yield his biggest career coup.

Some women have been surprised to be the ones doling out spousal support to men.

In his new book, Kal Penn talks about his fiancé, Josh, and explains his break from Hollywood to work for the White House.

A Close Look at My Day of the Dead Altar

A Close Look at My Day of the Dead Altar

Oscar Lopez📍Reporting from Mexico City

Mexico’s Day of the Dead begins today. The most important element of the tradition might be the ofrenda, or altar, which honors deceased loved ones and invites them into your home.

I’ll walk you through my ofrenda →