Gymnast Simone Biles took gold on the floor exercises at the gymnastics World Championships and bronze on balance beam to become the first woman in 30 years, and first American ever, to win a medal in every event.
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Deadly Storms in Italy Devastate 2 Families as Floods Hit Sicily
Torrential rains and winds left at least 12 people on the Italian island over the weekend.
4 Ways World Leaders Have Echoed Trump’s Words and Policies
Foreign leaders are using President Trump’s statements to justify their actions, citing him directly or simply echoing his words. Here are some of the ways his words are being adopted.
As Nigerian Fashion Booms, Women Lead Its Coverage
Spurred by the leadership of entrepreneurial women and Nigeria’s cultural cachet around Africa and the world, the country’s fashion magazine industry has found a receptive audience.
Judith Kazantzis, British Feminist Poet and Activist, Dies at 78
Ms. Kazantzis found freedom from the drudgery of being a housewife by breaking down patriarchal norms and writing about people who faced injustices.
Photos of fall foliage from around the world
Many people look forward to cool fall temperatures and beautiful colors.
What is Boxing Day and why that weird name?
Back at work on the day after Christmas? Your Canadian neighbors likely won’t be.
GoFundMe Says It Has Helped Campaigns Raise $3 Billion
The crowdfunding site has become synonymous with online giving to help in disasters and smaller crises. Some fear it could hurt traditional charities.
Life in North Korea: What you are allowed to see
A look at life in North Korea.