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A Swedish billionaire wants you to think of a better way to run the world — and get rid of problems like violence and extreme poverty.

The highest minimum wage in the nation just went into effect in Oakland, Calif. But what does that mean for young people and how are businesses making it work?

Republicans praised Trump for what they saw as a steady performance. Democrats said the president's speech was divisive.

The company is getting ready for the first flight of its massive Falcon Heavy. It will be the most powerful rocket in use — if it doesn't blow up.

As you might have guessed, the answer is not Tanzania. So the holiday season is a good time to reflect on ... electricity.

The state is often a step ahead of the status quo when it comes to environmental policy, and climate change is no exception. New legislation includes a plan to cut gasoline use in vehicles by half.

It is Donald Trump's first visit to Washington, D.C., since he locked up the Republican presidential nomination earlier this month.

Merrick Garland delivered a commencement address Wednesday at a Washington, D.C., elementary school where he has been a tutor for nearly two decades.

Tara Thompson comes from a long line of women who find humor in life's messier situations, including distant relative Loretta Lynn.

The United Kingdom voted to leave the EU, 52 percent to 48 percent. But Scotland and Northern Ireland were in favor of staying — renewing talk about Irish unification and Scottish independence.