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A doctor who said he performed an abortion in defiance of a new Texas law all but dared supporters of the state's near-total ban on the procedure to try making an early example of him by filing a lawsuit — and by Monday two people obliged.

The U.S. population a century ago was just one-third of what it is today, meaning the flu cut a much bigger, more lethal swath through the country. But the COVID-19 crisis is by any measure a colossal tragedy in its own right.

President Joe Biden will ease foreign travel restrictions into the U.S. beginning in November, when his administration will require all foreign nationals flying into the country to be fully vaccinated.

A timeline of events leading up to and following the disappearance of Gabrielle Petito, the Blue Point native reported missing while on a cross-country road trip with her fiance, Brian Laundrie.

The search of a Florida park and wildlife preserve for Petito's fiance, Brian Laundrie, labeled a "person of interest" by police, was suspended today.

Pfizer said its COVID-19 vaccine works for children ages 5 to 11 and that it will seek U.S. authorization for this age group soon — a key step toward beginning vaccinations for youngsters.

Students and staff at the university locked themselves in rooms, and the school urged those who could leave the campus to do so.

President Joe Biden goes before the United Nations this week as allies are becoming increasingly skeptical about how much U.S. foreign policy really has changed since Donald Trump left the White House.

The company hopes to have the entire fleet of nearly 90 ships back sailing by next spring, and CEO Arnold Donald pilots the cruise line through uncharted waters.

The president will address the United Nations General Assembly on Tuesday as he faces continuing criticism on issues including Afghanistan and his treatment of NATO allies.