The COVID-19 variant that may be driving a recent rise in cases in some parts of the world has earned a new nickname: “razor blade throat” COVID. That’s because the variant – NB.1.8.1. or “Nimbus” – may cause painful sore throats.

ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. (AP) - Seven men from Chile have been charged in Florida federal court with orchestrating burglaries at the homes of prominent professional athletes around the country, according to a criminal complaint.

DUBAI, United Arab Emirates (AP) – Israeli strikes have killed at least 585 people across Iran and wounded 1,326 others, a human rights group said Wednesday.