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Statistics compiled by the Iraqi government and the medical community say that 6,000 people were killed in May and June -- civilians who were victims of spiraling sectarian attacks. The statistics were released by the United Nations.

Rosie the Riveter became an iconic symbol of the millions of women who worked industrial jobs during WWII. Dozens, now in their 90s and 100s, are accepting a Congressional gold medal on their behalf.

Coronavirus got you nervous about grocery shopping? We talked to scientists for their advice about how to stay safe at the store — and when handling food back home.

The Boston Globe and its largest union say they plan to talk some more but negotiations have reached an impasse, largely over lifetime job guarantees. The 137-year-old newspaper says the guarantees have to end for it to survive. The Globe's owner, the New York Times Co., struck agreements with six of seven unions in an effort to cut $20 million in annual costs.

The value of the stolen art was estimated at more than $24 million when officials obtained insurance for the paintings. The works have not been recovered; some were destroyed, officials say.

South Africa's parliament on Tuesday holds a no-confidence vote against President Jacob Zuma over allegations of corruption and mismanagement of the economy. Zuma has been president since 2009.

First arrested in Venezuela in November 2017, they were convicted Thanksgiving Day on corruption charges and immediately sentenced to more than eight years in prison.

Game 6 of the World Series is tonight as the Los Angeles Dodgers face the Houston Astros. It's been a thrilling series so far with both teams having offensive explosions and defensive stops.

Former Trump White House strategist Steve Bannon could face charges of criminal contempt after he defied a congressional subpoena to sit for a deposition.

Baymax, the lovable robot in the new Disney movie, was inspired by inflatable robots being developed at the Robotics Institute at Carnegie Mellon University.