Before the first successful vaccine was developed in 1796, Americans had little protection against deadly infectious diseases like smallpox, measles and diphtheria. Over the next 250 years, vaccines helped eliminate or dramatically reduce many vaccine-preventable infectious diseases, preventing millions of illnesses, infections and deaths. “There is a reason that vaccines are widely considered to be the greatest public health tool after sanitation,” Fox News senior medical analyst Dr. Marc Siegel told Fox News Digital. “They are designed to ‘fool’ the immune system into thinking it has seen a disease, creating an ‘immune memory’ to provoke an immune response to the pathogen when…

As nicotine pouches take off in parts of corporate America – with some tech employers handing them out to workers to boost productivity – one startup is expanding its roster of celebrity investors in the hope of taking on deep-pocketed industry leaders like Zyn.  Sesh – which touts itself as one of the few pouch-makers not backed by Big Tobacco – says Grammy-winning DJ Khaled has invested in the company and is promoting its new raspberry lemon flavor. He joins A-list Sesh investors including Ashton Kutcher, Post Malone, Lance Armstrong, country musician Zach Bryan, electronic music star Diplo, the Jonas…

WASHINGTON — Democratic socialism is spreading West. Political newcomer Melat Kiros, 29, who took down 15-term Democratic incumbent Rep. Diana DeGette (D-Col.) in a stunning primary upset Tuesday, is riding a wave of anti-Israel and anti-ICE sentiment sweeping her party. The Ethiopian-born PhD student has pushed to abolish Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE), suggested that the Sept. 11, 2001, terrorist attacks and Oct. 7, 2023, Hamas attacks were “inevitable,” downplayed suggestions that a firebombing of a Jewish rally was an act of antisemitism, and more. Once in the House of Representatives, which is considered likely because she’s in a safe…

NEWYou can now listen to Fox News articles! FIRST ON FOX: A pair of former top executives at the Southern Poverty Law Center used a network of checking accounts to secretly funnel $4.1 million to extremists, including one nicknamed “The Aryan Barbarian,” in a long-running pay-to-hate scheme, federal officials told Fox News Digital.The SPLC’s former chief financial officer Teenie Hutchison and ex-Intelligence Project chief Heidi Beirich allegedly created the accounts at Synovus Bank in 2008, making the beleaguered nonprofit’s trusted bank a hub for diverting supporters’ donations to sketchy groups, sources said. The network ultimately supported secret payments to as…

Penn State student shot and killed near family’s home in Philadelphia Penn State student Billy Schmidt tragically lost his life near his family’s home in Philadelphia. Surveillance video captured the moment he was shot after attempting to retrieve his phone from two suspects. His sister, Anna Schmidt, delivered an emotional plea for justice. Penn State issued condolences, and local police are actively searching for those responsible for the senseless crime. NEWYou can now listen to Fox News articles! Philadelphia police have issued arrest warrants for two 16-year-olds who allegedly killed Billy Schmidt on June 6 while he was walking home…

Boston wears its history like a badge of honor, and in this 250th anniversary year, the patriotism feels louder than ever. This summer visitors will flock to the usual suspects: Fenway Park, the USS Constitution and Faneuil Hall. But beyond the well-known favorites, the city is filled with Revolutionary-era landmarks that even lifelong Bostonians routinely stroll past without a second glance. Enter Michael LePage, one of the country’s most respected Paul Revere reenactors, who has spent three decades bringing the silversmith-turned-patriot to life. LePage is often stationed at the North End’s Paul Revere House, charming visitors in full 18th-century regalia.…

Us Weekly has affiliate partnerships. We receive compensation when you click on a link and make a purchase. Learn more! Mary Jane flats may be mainstream, but Mary Jane sneakers? Now, that’s something a little out of our comfort zone. Here’s the thing: The trainers trend is one that we’ve been seeing all over New York City this season. Everyone from cool ‘It’ girls to fashion professionals to celebrities is donning the look, including Jennifer Lawrence, who just convinced Us to get a pair. The Die My Love actress may be known for wearing Adidas Adilette slides on repeat; however,…

Ciarre Campbell’s mug shot has been released after the 41-year-old brother of Baltimore Ravens defensive lineman Calais Campbell was charged with murder in the death of their mother, Nateal Campbell, in Atlanta on Tuesday. Police found 71-year-old Nateal unresponsive inside her Buckhead townhome during a welfare check that was requested from a concerned family member, Lt. Christapher Butler told Channel 2 Action News. Arrest warrants accused Ciarre, a former football player at Colorado State, of cutting his mother’s neck. Ciarre faces charges of murder, aggravated assault and possession of a firearm or knife during commission of a felony, according to jail records…

Measles only needs a small opening — and it got one. For the second year in a row, cases of measles — known as the world’s most infectious disease — will hit record highs, and 2026 is on track to be substantially worse than 2025. In a matter of weeks, we’re likely to blow past last year’s total, hitting the highest number of cases in 35 years. “This is a major public health warning sign,” epidemiologist Dr. Syra Madad told The Post. “The US is already close to last year’s total with about half the year still ahead.” The total…

Microsoft is reportedly planning yet another round of layoffs that will slash thousands of roles next week in an effort to cut costs, as concerns about out-of-control AI spending mount. Less than 2.5% of the company’s 220,000-person workforce – or fewer than 5,500 workers – will be axed from the sales and consulting divisions, as well as Xbox’s gaming unit, according to Business Insider. The Redmond, Wash.-based software giant plans to announce the layoff round next week, just after the start of its new fiscal year on Wednesday, though the timing could change, sources told the outlet. Some impacted employees…