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More than 20% of those surveyed describe themselves as "spiritual but not religious." The study finds a wide variety of religious experiences and expressions among those who consider themselves "spiritual."

7 in 10 U.S. adults consider themselves spiritual

Although Americans have grown less likely to identify with an organized religion in recent decades, Pew Research has found many say they are spiritual in some way.

The dark lanes of interstellar dust in Taurus, which are known as the Taurus Dark Clouds.

Checking your 2024 horoscope? Astronomy explains why your sign might have changed

Our view of the constellations has changed since they were first mapped thousands of years ago. That new perspective could also mess with your astrological horoscope in the new year.

This 3-ton slab of the original Berlin Wall is on permanent display in Tijuana. Marcos Cline-Marquez thought it was important to place the Berlin Wall near the U.S.-Mexico border.

Part of Berlin Wall finds new home in Tijuana

A section of the original Berlin Wall is now on display in Playas de Tijuana. It is meant to encourage migrants looking for a better life.

A pedestrian walks past a sign for the Iowa caucuses on a downtown skywalk in Des Moines, Iowa, on Feb. 4, 2020.

How the Iowa caucuses work, why they're first — and why they're significant

Why does Iowa dominate the political conversation every four years around this time, and how do the caucuses even work? Let's explore why they matter in 2024.

Jacqueline Ma appearing in court via video conference at her arraignment hearing on March 13, 2023.

Trial ordered for National City teacher accused of sex crimes involving minors

A Lincoln Acres Elementary School teacher was ordered Tuesday to stand trial on 18 felony sex crime charges for alleged sexual misconduct involving two minors.

An attendee tries the Meta Quest 3 in a demonstration room at a tech conference in September 2023. The headset is among the products listed on ParentsTogether's 2023 tech toys "Naughty List."

Parent and consumer groups warn against 'naughty tech toys'

The smart toy sector is worth close to $17 billion. But some parent and consumer support groups say these tech-driven toys are not safe for play.

Broken sidewalk near Texas Street and Meade Avenue in North Park, Sept. 17, 2014.

City Council votes to reduce permit fees, process time for damaged sidewalks

The San Diego City Council on Monday voted to allow a permit fee waiver and expedited permit process for sidewalk repair permits through Fiscal Year 2026.

Claudine Gay speaks during commencement ceremonies at Harvard University in May. Gay resigned as Harvard's president Tuesday amid plagiarism accusations.

Claudine Gay's resignation highlights the trouble with regulating academic writing

Harvard President Claudine Gay resigned Tuesday amid plagiarism allegations. Experts say improved technology could bring to light more alleged transgressions in past works by other academic leaders.

Sexual violence is an ancient and often unseen war crime. Is it inevitable?

"Conflict-related sexual violence" is as old as the Bible and as topical as current wars around the world. We talk to three experts about why it persists, why it's underreported and how to stop it.

Composer Anna Clyne — one of the most performed living composers — embraces melody in her music as a vehicle to connect with listeners.

Composer Anna Clyne, a radical melodist with a painter's eye

One of the most performed living composers unpacks the power of melody in her music, her unconventional path to success and how visual art guides her process.

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