America Is in Decline
Is America's downturn merely another dip in a long arc of non-linear, yet essentially upward, progress? Or is it, rather, the first phase of steep and irreversible national decline?
Racism may increase Alzheimer's risk
Black Americans are twice as likely to develop dementia. New research may explain why.
Russia takes aim at America's Achilles Heel
A senior Russian academic has suggested Moscow should attempt to seize the only U.S. state that isn't covered by NATO—Hawaii.
America Needs to Bring Back God
The United States is facing a number of serious issues that are eroding it to the core and breaking Americans' spirits.
Map shows the most and least stressed US states
More than a quarter of American adults are "too stressed to function," but some states are much worse than others.
Woman with 100 allergies can only eat eight foods: 'It affects everything'
Jenna Gestetner lives with a rare condition, MCAS, but she tells Newsweek how she adapts to enjoy life like any other college student.
Prince Harry told he must lose titles to become a US citizen
Almost half of U.S. adults believe Prince Harry should have to ditch his royal titles if he wants to be officially American.
Map shows climate change denialism by US state
The researchers also revealed what factors are most likely to be associated with climate change denial.
How Prince Harry could go into U.S. politics
Prince Harry could have a path into U.S. politics—following in Arnold Schwarzenegger's footsteps—but the road would be bumpy.
Actually, Partisanship Is Good—When the Other Side Is Today's Insane GOP
U.S. political dysfunction is the product of bad system design that has empowered a set of extremists in the GOP to grind problem-solving to a halt.
Joe Biden has 5-word prayer for America
President Joe Biden offered a message to America at the National Prayer Breakfast as Republicans and Democrats remain divided.
Hearts melt as dog gets to swim with mantas in the ocean
"These are just old souls finding each other in this chaotic world!" one user wrote about the viral video.
Owner wraps up dogs "like burritos" to go outside in freezing weather
"The most Canadian dog mom thing I've ever seen. I love it," read one comment.
America's three biggest addictions
In a new report from Go Smoke Free, the United States came in at number five for most addictive personalities.
Is America more united than you think? What readers told us
Look beyond the headlines: Even in what feels like an angry, factionalized society, there are signs of unity.
Disgraced ex-Marine offers Kadyrov's army "friendship" with America: Video
"When it's over, I want every Chechen soldier to return home to normal life," said convicted sex offender Scott Ritter.
Grandma pranked with photo of a saint, as she has no idea who he really is
"She wouldn't stop kissing him," one TikTok user wrote.
Who are Kurt and Monica Villani? Pair killed in Niagara car explosion
Police have named Kurt and Monica Villani, both 53, as the two people killed when their car crashed and exploded by Niagara Falls.
Women Are Safer Now in America Than Ever Before
America isn't a perfect country when it comes to women's safety, law enforcement, and policies protecting women. But it's improved drastically in recent decades.
KELCE?! The surprising most popular new pet names in American study
The report shows that U.S. pet owners have quite the sense of humor.
Mom, 38, dies of ovarian cancer—how her dying wish wiped millions in debt
"She was a truly hilarious, beautiful woman who lit up every room she was in," Casey McIntyre's husband told Newsweek.
UK official hits out at "crime, drug taking and squalor" in US cities
The home secretary said she will stop UK cities going the way "of places in the US like San Francisco and Los Angeles."
Infant mortality has jumped in four US states
In one state, infant mortality rates rose 30 percent from 2021 to 2022.
Halloween fanatics spending "irresponsible amount" on decorations speak out
The people behind incredible Halloween displays told Newsweek why they love going all out for the holiday.
Woman rescues cat abandoned at park, becomes her pet's best friend
"He makes a great pillow, centerpiece, and aquarium guard. My favorite is when he imitates a flower in my bouquet," the owner said.
Heartbroken dog in shelter after owner passed away finds new forever home
"Happy days sweetie well done mom," one user said.
Sending U.S. Troops to Fight for Israel Hurts Israel and Weakens the U.S.
Biden must allow the Jewish people to demonstrate that they are a strong U.S. ally in the Middle East.
Meghan Markle's U.S. popularity rating plunges
Meghan Markle has dropped in a new poll of American public opinion, while Prince Harry, Prince William and Kate Middleton remained steady.
Second-grade teacher's way of announcing pregnancy to pupils melts hearts
"This is the cutest thing ever!!!! You were meant to be a teacher!!!" one social media user said.
Harry and Meghan's former aide hits out at Hamas apologists
Mandana Dayani described growing up Iran, where children were forced to chant "death to America" daily, during a clapback against "activist" protests.