Russia-Ukraine strain deepens over an alleged Putin attack, while US aid demands and Israel's Somaliland move roil global diplomacy.
Jan. 6 spin and Trump's Ukraine push fuel partisan heat, as bird flu fears, a halted execution and Beyoncé's billionaire leap grab attention.
Asian markets rally on Chinese and Korean stock booms as traders juggle firm oil, restrained Chinese easing and looming home-goods price rises.
Firing of a top NIH neuroscientist widens leadership gaps at a key U.S. research agency.
EPA cuts to a wildfire health study highlight politicized science fears as smoke-driven risks grow.
NFL teams juggle quarterback health and seeding while Aston Villa's surge and a year of spectacular goals light up sport.