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FDA food safety official resigns, cites structural issues

FDA food safety official resigns, cites structural issues

The federal Food and Drug Administration's top food safety official resigned Wednesday, citing concerns about the agency's oversight structure and the infant formula crisis that led to a nationwide shortage.
Lloyd Morrisett, who helped launch 'Sesame Street,' dies

Lloyd Morrisett, who helped launch 'Sesame Street,' dies

NEW YORK (AP) — Lloyd Morrisett, the co-creator of the beloved children's education TV series “Sesame Street,” which uses empathy and fuzzy monsters like Abby Cadabby, Elmo and Cookie Monster to charm and teach generations around the world, has died.
Oscar-nominated Montreal artist on making prosthetics for 'tragic' drama 'The Whale'

Oscar-nominated Montreal artist on making prosthetics for 'tragic' drama 'The Whale'

The Montreal makeup artist who helped transform Brendan Fraser into a morbidly obese man for “The Whale” says he’s grateful for Oscar recognition of a project that stands as one of the most demanding of his career.
Review: Fleeting joys in the sublime 'One Fine Morning'

Review: Fleeting joys in the sublime 'One Fine Morning'

Like most things, the title of Mia Hansen-Løve's “One Fine Morning” sounds better in French. “Un Beau Matin" doesn't have that same rom-commy ring.
Serena Williams, Kristen Bell, North West join cast of 'Paw Patrol: The Mighty Movie'

Serena Williams, Kristen Bell, North West join cast of 'Paw Patrol: The Mighty Movie'

TORONTO — Tennis champion Serena Williams and "Frozen" star Kristen Bell are among the names joining the Paw Patrol movie sequel.
Just a bit of exercise can improve mental health, scientists, psychologists say

Just a bit of exercise can improve mental health, scientists, psychologists say

It's that time of year when gloomy weather and New Year's resolutions gone by the wayside leave many of us not feeling our best.
Tax season already? Some tips for avoiding stress and scams

Tax season already? Some tips for avoiding stress and scams

NEW YORK (AP) — For many people filing U.S. tax returns — especially those doing it for their first time — it can be a daunting task that's often left to the last minute.
Ukraine's Odesa city put on UNESCO heritage in danger list

Ukraine's Odesa city put on UNESCO heritage in danger list

PARIS (AP) — The United Nations' cultural agency decided Wednesday to add the historic center of Ukraine’s Black Sea port city of Odesa to its list of endangered World Heritage sites, recognizing “the outstanding universal value of the site and the d
London gallery to show McCartney photos from Beatlemania era

London gallery to show McCartney photos from Beatlemania era

LONDON (AP) — A trove of previously unseen photos taken by Paul McCartney as the Beatles shot to global stardom will go on display in London this year.
Why do so many older adults choose Medicare Advantage?

Why do so many older adults choose Medicare Advantage?

In 2022, 48% of Medicare beneficiaries were enrolled in Medicare Advantage plans instead of original Medicare, and experts predict that number will be higher in 2023.
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