Being overweight definitely does not help people live longer, said Jonathan Samet, director of the USC Institute for Global Health. His statement is backed by a four-continent effort involving 239 studies and data from 10.6 million people.

Most of the students in the college prep school’s first freshman class come from the local community — and they’re feeling the faculty’s high expectations.

Global study contradicts a previous finding that being overweight increases longevity.

The president spoke passionately to MFA students about the classic Greek tragedy, one of his favorites.