Michelle Trachtenberg, renowned for her roles in *Buffy the Vampire Slayer* and *Gossip Girl*, has died at 39. Found unresponsive in her Manhattan apartment, her death is not considered suspicious. Tributes pour in from co-stars and fans.
A measles outbreak in West Texas has led to the first U.S. measles-related death in nearly a decade, with over 130 cases reported across Texas and New Mexico. The majority of cases involve unvaccinated individuals, highlighting the importance of vaccination to prevent further spread and fatalities.
The Republican-led House narrowly passed a budget blueprint advancing President Donald Trump’s agenda, featuring significant tax cuts and increased defense spending, while proposing substantial reductions to Medicaid, sparking widespread opposition and concern.
Amy Gleason, a health technology executive from Nashville, has been named the acting administrator of the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE), a new agency under President Donald Trump's administration. With a background in healthcare technology and government service, Gleason's appointment aims to streamline government operations and cut wasteful spending, amidst controversy and resignations.
San Antonio Spurs head coach Gregg Popovich will not return to coaching this season as he recovers from a mild stroke. The 76-year-old Hall of Famer, who has been pivotal in the team's five championships, remains uncertain about his long-term future with the organization.
A tragic shooting at UPMC Memorial Hospital in York County, Pennsylvania, resulted in the death of a police officer and injuries to six others, including hospital staff and law enforcement. The gunman, Diogenes Archangel-Ortiz, was fatally shot by police after a hostage situation in the ICU.
A devastating shooting at UPMC Memorial Hospital in York, Pennsylvania, resulted in the death of a police officer and injuries to six others, including hospital staff and law enforcement. The incident, involving a hostage situation in the ICU, has prompted increased security measures and community support.
Pope Francis remains in critical condition after a severe respiratory crisis, with the Vatican reporting mild kidney failure and concerns over potential sepsis. The 88-year-old pontiff is conscious and alert, receiving supplemental oxygen and ongoing medical care.
A new bat coronavirus, HKU5-CoV-2, discovered in China, has been found to use the human ACE2 receptor, similar to COVID-19 and SARS viruses, raising concerns about its potential for animal-to-human transmission. Despite its ability to infect human cells, experts believe the risk of widespread human transmission is low.
Daniel Bisogno, a cherished Mexican TV host and actor famous for his role on *Ventaneando*, has died at 51 after a long health battle, including a liver transplant and complications from a bacterial infection.