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The government's measure of consumer prices showed supermarket food prices dropped in October for the sixth straight month. The Farm Bureau's measure of Thanksgiving meal prices dropped, too.

Officials suspect some cases of arson. In Alabama, the governor is offering an award for information about anyone who purposely set fires. A severe drought has increased the risk posed by blazes.

News that the FBI arrested a National Security Agency contractor for stealing classified material is prompting questions about the agency's internal security after the Edward Snowden leaks in 2013.

Sixty-two countries have now joined the plan. Together, they account for about 52 percent of global emissions, which is a little short of the 55 percent threshold to make the agreement binding.

Days after the rains of Hurricane Matthew exited North Carolina, residents are still dealing with a worsening disaster. Flooding continues to be a real problem.

The U.S. Education Department is taking a stronger approach to teacher-prep programs with new regulations out this week.

A World Health Organization report recommends fiscal policies, including taxes, that hike the retail price of sugary drinks to fend off obesity and diabetes — and the related health care costs.

A new report offers a fascinating snapshot of the fastest-growing group of U.S. students. It's data that educators and policy-makers should take seriously.

Sarah Parcak used $1 million in TED Prize money to launch a program called GlobalXplorer that allows anyone online to analyze satellite images of archaeological sites for evidence.

Pulque had lost flavor with Mexicans, but is making a comeback among the young and hip. Due to its limited shelf life, pulque can't be bottled or exported.