Employers added 172,000 jobs in May as labor market continues to blow past expectations

Employers added 172,000 jobs in May, topping analyst forecasts, as the labor market continued to show strength despite rising inflation and concerns about slowing economic growth. By the numbers Economists polled by FactSet predicted that the economy would gain 105,000 jobs in May. The latest employment data from the Labor Department follows two months of strong … Read more

Israeli and Russian forces added to UN blacklist for sexual violence in conflict zones

UNITED NATIONS — An annual United Nations report documenting sexual violence in conflicts worldwide has included Israeli forces for the first time since the review began more than 15 years ago for their treatment of Palestinian detainees. Israel denies the accusations. The 35-page report — shared by the Israeli mission to the U.N. late Thursday … Read more

New blood test is added an an option for colorectal cancer screenings

IE 11 is not supported. For an optimal experience visit our site on another browser. Now Playing New blood test is added an an option for colorectal cancer screenings 03:00 UP NEXT Emma Heming Willis Talks Prioritizing Women’s Brain Health 06:05 New Colorectal Cancer Guidelines 2026: What You Need to Know 06:20 Emma Heming Willis … Read more

Blood test added to colorectal cancer screening options by cancer group

For the first time, a blood test has been added to the list of the American Cancer Society’s recommended screenings for colorectal cancer. It’s not meant to replace colonoscopies, aiming instead at catching people who might not get screened otherwise. Subscribe to read this story ad-free Get unlimited access to ad-free articles and exclusive content. … Read more

Employers added 115,000 jobs in April, blowing past forecasts

The U.S. labor market continued to defy expectations in April, with employers surpassing economists’ forecasts and adding 115,000 jobs across the nation. By the numbers Economists predicted payroll gains of 65,000 in April, according to a consensus forecast from FactSet. The unemployment rate, which has hovered above 4% since June 2024, held steady at 4.3%. … Read more

12 places Trump’s name or image is being added by the federal government

The federal government is undergoing an unprecedented presidential branding makeover, with Donald Trump’s name being added to everything from buildings and battleships to a drug website and a park pass. Subscribe to read this story ad-free Get unlimited access to ad-free articles and exclusive content. While Trump has had roads and even an airport named … Read more

Woman suspected in 2020 murder arrested day after being added to FBI most-wanted list

A woman accused of fatally shooting a woman and wounding another in Missouri nearly six years ago was arrested in Florida this week, one day after she was placed on the FBI’s Ten Most Wanted Fugitives list, authorities said. Subscribe to read this story ad-free Get unlimited access to ad-free articles and exclusive content. KaShawn … Read more