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Protesters gather in front of the Minsk Tractor Works Plant to support workers leaving the plant after their work shift in Minsk, Belarus, on Wednesday.

EU Blasts Belarus Elections, Readies Sanctions Against Lukashenko Government

The European Union says the Aug. 9 polls in which President Alexander Lukashenko claimed an overwhelming victory were "neither free nor fair and do not meet international standards."

This image made by a scanning electron micrograph shows SARS-COV-2 virus particles (colorized pink) from a patient sample. There are various studies looking at changes to the virus genome — and the possible impact on how the virus affects humans.

The Coronavirus Is Mutating. That's Normal. Does That Mean It's More Dangerous?

There are various studies looking at changes to the virus genome — and the possible impact on how the virus affects humans. Here's what we know (and don't yet know) about mutations.

Brazil's President Jair Bolsonaro removes his mask to speak to journalists after a press conference on the coronavirus on Wednesday.

In Brazil, Bolsonaro Doubles Down On 'Exaggerated' Coronavirus

President Jair Bolsonaro labeled regional leaders who have imposed restrictions as "criminals" who are "destroying Brazil." His position has brought him into conflict with them and medical experts.

Radio host Rush Limbaugh says he's been diagnosed with advanced lung cancer.

Rush Limbaugh Says He Has Been Diagnosed With Advanced Lung Cancer

"This has happened, and my intention is to come here every day I can," the conservative talk show host told his listeners on Monday. He said the diagnosis was confirmed by two medical institutions.

An Amazon worker stows packages into special containers at a facility in Arizona. Coronavirus cases have been reported in at least 7 Amazon facilities.

Workers In 8 Amazon Warehouses Test Positive For Coronavirus

The outbreaks at Amazon facilities come as the e-commerce giant plans to hire 100,000 new workers to meet the surge in orders to the company's fulfillment centers

Some Snowbirds Headed North Told To Stay In Their Southern Nests

Some Snowbirds Headed North Are Being Told To Stay In Their Southern Nests

People who migrate South for winter are being told not to return to their year-round homes in the North. Some places that typically welcome their return are asking people to stay away.

Afghan President Ashraf Ghani holds up a resolution on the last day of a traditional council known as a Loya Jirga, in Kabul, Afghanistan, Aug. 9. The council concluded with hundreds of delegates agreeing to free 400 Taliban members, paving the way for an early start to negotiations between Afghanistan's warring sides.

Is Afghanistan Waiting For The U.S. Election Before Starting Peace Talks?

Some analysts think Kabul is holding out for a possible Joe Biden presidency before trying to strike any substantive deals with the Taliban.

Former New York Mayor Mike Bloomberg will not be creating a super PAC. Instead, he's transferring $18 million to the Democratic Party and will likely spend more during the campaign.

Bloomberg Decides Against Super PAC, Transfers $18 Million To Democratic Party

The former presidential candidate's campaign had suggested it would create a super PAC to take on President Trump, but it has decided to change course.

Research indicates that smokers and vapers are at increased risk of more serious illness if they get infected with the novel coronavirus.

Fear Of Contracting Coronavirus Propels Some Smokers To Quit

Increasing evidence suggests people who smoke are more likely to become severely ill and die from COVID-19 than nonsmokers. Some people are using that as inspiration to quit.

Student (vs.) Athlete

Reggie Robertson arrives on the campus of University of California at Berkeley, and struggles with how to be a football player and a student.

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