The World Health Organization has declared the spread of mpox — formerly known as monkeypox — in Africa as a global health emergency. There have been over 17,000 confirmed and suspected cases reported this year, surpassing last year's total. Health officials warn the potentially deadly virus could spread internationally.
Secretary of Homeland Security Kristi Noem faulted Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz for fueling the behavior in Minneapolis that preceded the fatal shooting of ICU nurse Alex Pretti. ...