The hospital that initially took in the majority of injured victims from a fire at a Swiss bar is no stranger to emergencies: In the heart of the Alps, it is used to treating winter sports enthusiasts who have accidents on the slopes. Eric Bonvin, general director of the regional hospital in Sion that took in several dozen injured people, said those with severe burns face months of treatment but expressed hope that their youth will speed their recovery. The injured were teenagers and young adu

The new year is a time when many try to start new good habits and commit to improving health and wellness. This year, The Associated Press got the downlow on all manner of health and wellness claims and fads.

The massive gift will allow more children to benefit from the program, which is slated to begin distributing funds to kids next summer.