Study: We're losing the war against drug-resistant infections faster than we thought Antimicrobial resistance is responsible for some 1.2 million deaths a year and contributes to millions more. Data in the new report shows that the problem is growing at an alarming rate. Jonathan Lambert
A Supreme Court ruling on voting rights could boost Republicans' redistricting efforts A Supreme Court case over Louisiana's congressional map could determine the future of Voting Rights Act protections against racial discrimination and allow Republicans to draw 19 more House seats. Hansi Lo Wang
In rural America, scarce doctors battle misinformation as they practice medicine Conspiracy theories about health fill a vacuum created by the lack of doctors in many rural communities. Meanwhile, doctors in these areas say patients have become increasingly distrustful and sometimes hostile. Yuki Noguchi
Israel keeps Gaza border crossing closed while reducing aid deliveries The ceasefire on Wednesday was largely holding, although Hamas described Israeli attacks in Gaza as violations of the agreement. Jane Arraf
U.S. charges Cambodian tycoon in massive alleged cryptocurrency scam In an indictment unsealed in federal court, U.S. prosecutors charge the founder of a Cambodian conglomerate in a massive cryptocurrency scam, bilking would-be investors out of billions of dollars. Michael Sullivan
Thousands of federal employees are getting laid off. Will a judge intervene? Unions representing federal employees have asked a federal judge in San Francisco to halt the Trump administration's latest round of layoffs, which are coming amid the government shutdown. Andrea Hsu
'Broadcasting' has its roots in agriculture. Here's how it made its way into media The word 'broadcasting' dates back centuries, and originally described a method of sowing seeds. But it took on a new meaning with the rise of radio in the 1920s. Rachel Treisman
How much can Tesla pay Elon Musk? Delaware's Supreme Court will decide On Wednesday, the Delaware Supreme Court will hear oral arguments in a lawsuit over Tesla's record-setting compensation package for Elon Musk. Camila Domonoske
Supreme Court hears case that questions major plank of voting rights The Supreme Court on Wednesday hears a case that could strike down the last major part of the 1965 Voting Rights Act that remains standing. Alyssa Kapasi
