The Cost Of Hosting The Olympics
Olympic athletes compete for gold, silver and bronze — but for host countries, the most important color might be green.

The science and safety behind newly popular weight loss drugs
Today’s weight loss drugs pull from the science of diabetes treatments. Those have been proven for years to have fewer and less serious side effects.
By Patrick Sison / AP
What is the future of Twitter?
Twitter CEO Elon Musk has floated the possibility of declaring bankruptcy and has slashed costs and thousands of jobs.
By Jeff Chiu / AP
Why are Americans spending more time alone?
Americans are spending more time by themselves than they have over the past 20 years. A professor who studies solitude helps explain why.
By Rick Bowmer / APTop Stories

Why are more married couples living apart?
The latest U.S. Census shows roughly 3.89 million American married adults are living apart.
By Scripps News
Why audiences are getting their news from comedians
Getting some comedy with your news may help you remember what you’re learning.
By Victoria Will / AP
How do Amazon packages get delivered so quickly?
When retailers like Amazon deliver on their speedy shipping promises, it’s good news for consumers. But it can compromise workplace safety.
By Mark Lennihan / AP