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Joe Biden to become the 46th president of the United States, CNN projects

America has chosen Democrat Joe Biden as its 46th president, CNN projects, turning to a veteran voice who has projected calm and compassion, promised a more empathetic and scientific approach to the pandemic, and pledged to stabilize American politics after four years of Donald Trump's White House chaos.

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World leaders congratulate Joe Biden on his victory

A stream of world leaders congratulated President-elect Joe Biden and Vice President-elect Kamala Harris on their victory in the 2020 US presidential election on Saturday, with many striking a jubilant tone on social media.

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PlayStation 5 review: The exciting upgrade we hoped for

Sony's new PlayStation 5 comes out on November 12, and it's been hotly anticipated by gaming enthusiasts.

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Traveling to France during Covid-19: What you need to know before you go

If you're planning to travel to France, here's what you'll need to know and expect if you want to visit during the Covid-19 pandemic.

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What it's like on Virgin's adults-only cruise ship

When you step into the Scarlet Lady cruise ship, you know immediately you're on Richard Branson's ship. There's a record store on the left selling limited edition Sex Pistols and Lady Gaga on vinyl. The crew has cooler outfits than you. And there is red, red, red everywhere -- lest you forget this is a Virgin-branded endeavor.

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FDA grants full approval to Pfizer/BioNTech Covid-19 vaccine, opening door to more vaccine mandates

The US Food and Drug Administration on Monday granted full approval to the Pfizer/BioNTech Covid-19 vaccine for people age 16 and older. This is the first coronavirus vaccine approved by the FDA, and is expected to open the door to more vaccine mandates.

CDC must encourage better ventilation to stop coronavirus spread in schools, experts say

The US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention should be doing more to guide and encourage improved air circulation in buildings -- especially in schools -- to help prevent the spread of coronavirus, ventilation experts say.

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The race between variants and vaccines in US will be a close call, expert warns, and eased restrictions aren't helping

Experts say there's a tough race between Covid-19 vaccinations and a contagious variant that's rapidly spreading across the US, threatening another dangerous surge -- and the eased restrictions only further complicate things.

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Paxlovid is widely available, but details on who's getting it are sparse

Paxlovid, an antiviral treatment for Covid-19, was hailed as a game-changer in the pandemic thanks to its strong performance in lowering the risk of severe disease. Early supply challenges have been overcome in the United States, and the drug is perhaps more important than ever as case counts rise and more contagious variants spread amid stalled vaccination rates.

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5 things to know for August 23: Ukraine, Primaries, Student loans, Covid-19, NASA

With inflation driving up the cost of nearly everything in the US, a growing number of Americans are crossing the border to make Mexico City their new home. Some expats are fleeing their expensive cities in search of cheaper rent and a better quality of life, but locals say gentrification is now pricing them out and forcing them to leave.

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Dine Nashville: The Music City Way Restaurant Week Menus & Deals Available Now, Chef Collaboration Events Added

Dine Nashville: The Music City Way, benefiting The Giving Kitchen, announced today two additional culinary collaboration events, as well as the launch of the menus, deals and discounts for Restaurant Week, plus five new participants. All information is available now on visitmusiccity.com/dine-nashville.

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Biden says he's now convinced Putin has decided to invade Ukraine, but leaves door open for diplomacy

President Joe Biden on Friday said he is now convinced Russian President Vladimir Putin has made the decision to invade Ukraine, but emphasized that room for diplomacy remains.

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Ukraine's new US rockets are causing fresh problems for Russia

There's a new and potentially very significant factor in the Ukrainian conflict: the Ukrainians' ability to use recently supplied Western systems to hit Russian command posts, logistical hubs and ammunition dumps a long way beyond the front lines.

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How this 14-year-old's life changed after meeting his hero John Lewis

Walking across the Edmund Pettus Bridge is a powerful experience for pretty much anyone who knows the history of Bloody Sunday, a 1965 march for voting rights in Selma, Alabama, that was stopped by violent, racist state troopers.

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How to stay cool without air conditioning

Whether you're without power, enduring extreme heat or trying to save money, there are ways to feel comfortable without artificial cooling.

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Dangerously high temperatures will last through the weekend with millions of Americans set to experience triple-digit heat

More than 85% of Americans are bracing for temperatures above 90 degrees Fahrenheit through the weekend, with millions in the south-central US expected to experience readings in the triple digits.

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FDA advisers to weigh risks and benefits of Novavax's Covid-19 vaccine

After more than a year with two types of Covid-19 vaccines in use in the United States, another will be up for consideration by the US Food and Drug Administration next week.

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How to stay cool without air conditioning

Whether you're without power, enduring extreme heat or trying to save money, there are ways to feel comfortable without artificial cooling.

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READ: Ketanji Brown Jackson's opening statement at her Supreme Court confirmation hearing

Below is the text of Judge Ketanji Brown Jackson's opening statement at her Supreme Court confirmation hearing, as prepared for delivery:

Covid-19 reinfections may increase the likelihood of new health problems

Repeatedly catching Covid-19 appears to increase the chances that a person will face new and sometimes lasting health problems after their infection, according to the first study on the health risks of reinfection.