Robert F. Kennedy Jr., a vaccine critic and advocate for tackling chronic disease, has been confirmed as U.S. Health Secretary following a 52-48 Senate vote on Thursday (February 13).
Kennedy was sworn in at the Oval Office, where President Donald Trump signed an executive order creating a "Make America Healthy Again" commission to investigate chronic illness and childhood diseases.
The Senate vote was largely along party lines, with Republican Senator Mitch McConnell joining Democrats in opposition. To secure votes, Kennedy pledged to protect existing vaccination programs despite past controversies over vaccine safety.
At 71, Kennedy now oversees key health agencies, including the FDA, CDC, and Medicare & Medicaid programs, which provide coverage to over 140 million Americans. The HHS budget surpasses $3 trillion annually.
Once an independent presidential candidate, Kennedy endorsed Trump in August 2024. He now faces the challenge of leading U.S. healthcare policy amid ongoing public health debates.
The U.S. State Department office responsible for Afghan resettlement is reviewing plans to close by April, according to officials and sources familiar with the matter. The move, part of a broader government review, could impact thousands of Afghans awaiting relocation to the United States.
Canadian investigators recovered the black boxes from a Delta Air Lines regional jet that flipped upside down upon landing at Toronto's Pearson Airport, injuring 21 of the 80 passengers on board.
U.S. President Donald Trump outlined a series of key policy moves, announcing expanded access to in vitro fertilization (IVF), a potential block on Venezuelan oil exports, a 25% auto tariff, and a restriction on Elon Musk’s involvement in space-related government decisions.
U.S. President Donald Trump dismissed Ukraine’s concerns over being excluded from U.S.-Russia talks in Riyadh and said he would not oppose European peacekeepers in Ukraine.
Rick Buckler, drummer of The Jam, has died at 69, his former bandmate Paul Weller confirmed.
The U.S. State Department office responsible for Afghan resettlement is reviewing plans to close by April, according to officials and sources familiar with the matter. The move, part of a broader government review, could impact thousands of Afghans awaiting relocation to the United States.
Canadian investigators recovered the black boxes from a Delta Air Lines regional jet that flipped upside down upon landing at Toronto's Pearson Airport, injuring 21 of the 80 passengers on board.
U.S. President Donald Trump outlined a series of key policy moves, announcing expanded access to in vitro fertilization (IVF), a potential block on Venezuelan oil exports, a 25% auto tariff, and a restriction on Elon Musk’s involvement in space-related government decisions.
U.S. President Donald Trump dismissed Ukraine’s concerns over being excluded from U.S.-Russia talks in Riyadh and said he would not oppose European peacekeepers in Ukraine.
Rick Buckler, drummer of The Jam, has died at 69, his former bandmate Paul Weller confirmed.
The iconic Dubai Fountain will close for five months starting in May for a major upgrade, enhancing its technology, choreography, and sound system. Visitors can expect a more spectacular show when it returns in October.
Russian President has invited his U.S. counterpart, along with leaders from many other countries to Moscow in May to attend the 80th anniversary of the end of World War II, which Russians refer to as the "Great Patriotic War."
Public sector strikes are causing major disruptions across Germany, including halted public transport in Frankfurt, as workers demand higher pay and better conditions.
Estée Lauder and L’Oréal are facing challenges in the Chinese market as local beauty brands gain popularity. Rising competition, shifting consumer preferences, and economic factors have impacted sales, forcing global cosmetics giants to adapt their strategies.
USAID has long promoted itself as a supporter of press freedom, but reports suggest its media funding may have influenced domestic narratives in Europe and post-Soviet states. With the Trump administration freezing its grants, the agency’s role in shaping global information is under scrutiny.
The U.S. State Department office responsible for Afghan resettlement is reviewing plans to close by April, according to officials and sources familiar with the matter. The move, part of a broader government review, could impact thousands of Afghans awaiting relocation to the United States.
Canadian investigators recovered the black boxes from a Delta Air Lines regional jet that flipped upside down upon landing at Toronto's Pearson Airport, injuring 21 of the 80 passengers on board.
U.S. President Donald Trump outlined a series of key policy moves, announcing expanded access to in vitro fertilization (IVF), a potential block on Venezuelan oil exports, a 25% auto tariff, and a restriction on Elon Musk’s involvement in space-related government decisions.
U.S. President Donald Trump dismissed Ukraine’s concerns over being excluded from U.S.-Russia talks in Riyadh and said he would not oppose European peacekeepers in Ukraine.
Germany’s conservative CDU and its Bavarian CSU sister party lead the polls ahead of the February 23 election. Their campaign manifesto focuses on tax cuts, stricter migration controls, expanded defense, and pro-business reforms.
The U.S. State Department office responsible for Afghan resettlement is reviewing plans to close by April, according to officials and sources familiar with the matter. The move, part of a broader government review, could impact thousands of Afghans awaiting relocation to the United States.
Canadian investigators recovered the black boxes from a Delta Air Lines regional jet that flipped upside down upon landing at Toronto's Pearson Airport, injuring 21 of the 80 passengers on board.
U.S. President Donald Trump outlined a series of key policy moves, announcing expanded access to in vitro fertilization (IVF), a potential block on Venezuelan oil exports, a 25% auto tariff, and a restriction on Elon Musk’s involvement in space-related government decisions.
U.S. President Donald Trump dismissed Ukraine’s concerns over being excluded from U.S.-Russia talks in Riyadh and said he would not oppose European peacekeepers in Ukraine.
Rick Buckler, drummer of The Jam, has died at 69, his former bandmate Paul Weller confirmed.
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