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Jimmy Kimmel Writes A Picture Book, Says 'Kids Are Always Ready To Laugh'

The Serious Goose invites kids to try to make a grumpy goose smile. In 2017, Kimmel's newborn son underwent heart surgery; in his honor, proceeds will go to children's hospitals around the country.

'Impeachment: A Handbook': How A Watergate-Era Essay Can Guide Us Today

Originally published in 1974, the barely 60-page essay by Charles L. Black Jr. is considered one of the reference works on the subject — and it's getting renewed attention.

Broadway star Brian Stokes Mitchell — who has recovered from the coronavirus — sings from his window to show appreciation for New York City's healthcare workers and first responders. "People need this, too," he says. "They need that connection. They need to be reconnected to themselves, to their own center, to each other, you know, to feel that we're all in this together."

Now Playing On Broadway: Uncertainty, Unemployment And Displays Of Unity

Broadway has been hit particularly hard by COVID-19. Theaters are shuttered indefinitely, millions of dollars have been lost, and some members of the community have been infected by the coronavirus.

Families affected by preexisting medical conditions attend a Capitol Hill news conference in 2018 in support of the Affordable Care Act. Prior to the ACA, insurers could refuse to cover people who had even mild preexisting conditions — or charge them much more.

What Else Disappears If The ACA Is Overturned?

Though it has been on the books for nearly a decade, the Affordable Care Act faces a big court challenge right now that could overturn it. Here's what happens if the federal health law goes away.

Despite two failed attempts for the Democratic nomination, independent Sen. Bernie Sanders has left a major mark on the party he never formally joined.

Bernie Sanders Suspends His Presidential Campaign

The Vermont senator is exiting the 2020 race, bowing to the commanding delegate lead that former Vice President Joe Biden has established.

Solon native Corey Cargill, a graphic design major at the University of Akron, has organized a Facebook group to sew masks at home that will prevent the spread of coronavirus.

Behind the Coronavirus Masks With Northeast Ohio Volunteers, Companies and Hospitals

The nation’s shortage of masks for health care workers could be alleviated by the efforts of Gov. Mike DeWine, volunteers organizing online, and two...

Bollywood Raises Eyebrows With 'Sex And The City'-Style Rom-Com

India's smash hit Veere Di Wedding breaks lots of taboos — and is stirring up debate about its depiction of women.

Enter The Legend: 'Dragon' Turns 45

Enter the Dragon premiered 45 years ago this weekend. Bruce Lee was meant to break out as an international star, but instead, he died a month before the movie opened — elevating him to legend status.

Immigration authorities have been skipping a step in the process: When they served notices to appear in court, they routinely left the court date blank. Because of that omission and a recent Supreme Court decision, tens of thousands of deportation cases could be delayed, or tossed out altogether.

Supreme Court Ruling Means Thousands Of Deportation Cases May Be Tossed Out

A recent high court ruling that didn't get much attention at the time could mean that tens of thousands of deportation cases are delayed — or tossed out altogether.

The X-51A Waverider was a prototype hypersonic missile capable of flying at Mach 5.1 for hundreds of miles. The Air Force is stepping up its development of similar weapons.

Nations Rush Ahead With Hypersonic Weapons Amid Arms Race Fear

The U.S., China and Russia have stepped up efforts to develop hypersonic weapons, which are capable of speeds five times the speed of sound and could change the face of warfare.

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