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Elon Musk plans to change Twitter's logo from the blue bird to an "X," and changes could come as soon as Monday.

While Americans may think a pandemic like COVID can't start here, researchers say lax regulation of livestock and wild animals make it a real risk.

The Travers Stakes at Saratoga, the "Mid-Summer Derby," will be run on Aug. 26. Here's a look at some of the top contenders expected to run.

Sunday's action at the 2023 FIFA World Cup includes Sweden vs. South Africa in New Zealand and France vs. Jamaica in Australia. Here's how to watch.

The Mahopac Falls Fire Department hosted a Community FUNdraiser at their fire headquarters July 22, 2023.

State Department of Transportation road repairs above Metro North railroad tracks caused a partial suspension of rail service on Saturday

Ernest Hemingway may command few literary equals, but it turns out bearing a passing resemblance to the famed novelist can be more easily achieved.

Bishop Samuel Jones Jr. couldn't walk at his 1976 graduation due to a pre-algebra score. He got his diploma, but never got a ceremony -- until now.

A woman lost access to her email account and hackers began moving her money around. Here's how to protect yourself.

The United States beat Vietnam 3-0 behind goals from Sophia Smith and Lindsay Horan. Nancy Armour and USA TODAY Sports bring the latest updates.