Today: September 25, 2026
Today: September 25, 2026

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Pene Pati rises from doubted Samoan singer to one of opera's most-watched new stars

Tenor Pene Pati has emerged from a childhood in Samoa and New Zealand to become one of opera’s most-watched new stars

Education|Environment|Health|Lifestyle|US|World

Program reunites veteran with stray cat she met while deployed

Program reunites veteran with stray cat she met while deployed

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Family preserves legacy of detective who protected MLK

Family preserves legacy of detective who protected MLK

Arts|Education|Entertainment|Environment|Science|Technology|World

He witnessed the sun’s power ‘like nobody else before or since.’ Now his first portrait has been found

He witnessed the sun’s power ‘like nobody else before or since.’ Now his first portrait has been found

Education|Sports

Track Hawks runners relay from Baltimore to Philadelphia to support single mothers' education

Track Hawks runners relay from Baltimore to Philadelphia to support single mothers' education

Education|Entertainment|Lifestyle|Sports

Meet Kentucky Christian's 9-year-old basketball manager, half of the team's father-daughter duo

Meet Kentucky Christian's 9-year-old basketball manager, half of the team's father-daughter duo

Education|Food

Students turn food critics to pick school lunch and breakfast menu options

Students turn food critics to pick school lunch and breakfast menu options

Education

San Francisco schools will be closed a 4th day as teachers' strike continues

San Francisco schools will be closed a 4th day as teachers' strike continues

Economy|Education|Opinion|Political

Citizenship voting requirement in SAVE America Act has no basis in the Constitution – and ignores precedent that only states decide who gets to vote

The House has passed a bill to require proof of citizenship for voting. Although it likely won’t become law, the bill raises constitutional questions.

Crime|Education|Opinion|Technology|World

How the 9/11 terrorist attacks shaped ICE’s immigration strategy

The growth of today’s aggressive immigration tactics traces back 25 years, when enforcement took on the dimension of counterterrorism.

Education|Health|Science

Nearly every state in the US has dyslexia laws – but our research shows limited change for struggling readers

Dyslexia laws are now nearly universal across the US. But the data shows that passing a law is not the same as improving how children learn to read.

Education|Science|Technology

Swarms of AI bots can sway people’s beliefs – threatening democracy

A simulation shows that social media bots powered by today’s AI can infiltrate human networks on social media and influence what people believe.

Arts|Business|Education|Environment|Health|Lifestyle

How business students learn to make ethical decisions by studying a soup kitchen in one of America’s toughest neighborhoods

For 50 years, St. Francis Inn in Philadelphia has served the poorest and most vulnerable people in Kensington.

Crime|Economy|Education|Health|World

UNICEF warns that child recruitment by armed groups in Haiti tripled last year

UNICEF says that the recruitment of children by armed groups in Haiti tripled last year as poverty and violence deepens across the troubled Caribbean country

Education|Entertainment|Lifestyle|Sports|World

Olympic legends inspire Salt Lake City students ahead of 2034 Games

Olympic legends inspire Salt Lake City students ahead of 2034 Games

Crime|Education|Health|World

Suspect in Canada shooting is identified as an 18-year-old with history of police visits to her home

The suspect in a school shooting in Canada has been identified as an 18-year-old who had a history of police visits to her home to check on her mental health

Arts|Business|Education|Entertainment|Health|Lifestyle|Technology

Instagram chief says he does not believe people can get clinically addicted to social media

Adam Mosseri, the head of Meta’s Instagram, testified during a landmark social media trial in Los Angeles that he disagrees people can be addicted to social media platforms

Business|Economy|Education|Finance|Health|Lifestyle|Political

San Francisco parents scramble as teachers strike leaves 50,000 students out of school

Connor Haught is juggling work and child care as San Francisco faces a teachers strike with no end in sight

Arts|Business|Crime|Education|Entertainment|Lifestyle|Opinion|Political|World

Member of Trump's Religious Liberty Commission ousted in dispute over antisemitism

The chairman of the federal Religious Liberty Commission ousted a member after a hearing that featured tense exchanges on the definition of antisemitism

Business|Economy|Education|Political|World

Congressional Black Caucus and civil rights leaders unite to counter Trump administration's agenda

The Congressional Black Caucus is building a new coalition with major civil rights groups to push back on President Donald Trump’s domestic agenda

Crime|Education|Health|Sports|US

One dead, dozens injured in crash involving Iowa Lakes Community College baseball bus

One dead, dozens injured in crash involving Iowa Lakes Community College baseball bus

Education|Environment|Science|Technology

A football-size creature may have been among the earliest plant-eating land animals

A football-size creature may have been among the earliest plant-eating land animals

Education|Health

Students say nicotine flavor ban could help peers

Students say nicotine flavor ban could help peers

Education|Sports

Baseball team perseveres after fire destroys equipment

Baseball team perseveres after fire destroys equipment

Crime|Education|Health

Emergency dispatcher guides family through CPR on child who stopped breathing

Emergency dispatcher guides family through CPR on child who stopped breathing

Education|Environment|Health|Lifestyle|Science

Professional iguana trapper says cold snap caused major reduction in iguanas

Professional iguana trapper says cold snap caused major reduction in iguanas

Australia|Education|Health|Lifestyle|Sports

13-year-old saves family swept out to sea

Australian teen Austin Appelbee heralded as a hero after swimming for hours to get help for his mother and siblings.

Economy|Education|Entertainment|Environment|Health

National Kitten College training aims to reduce kitten euthanasia

National Kitten College training aims to reduce kitten euthanasia

Arts|Education|Entertainment

Queens native spends 21 years building mini replica of New York City

Queens native spends 21 years building mini replica of New York City

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They told him he won $750,000, then the man lost money

They told him he won $750,000, then the man lost money

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Kennedy Center head warns staff of cuts and 'skeletal' staffing during renovation closure

The Kennedy Center is warning staff that a planned two-year renovation shutdown will lead to job cuts and “skeletal teams.”

Arts|Education|Entertainment

200 love letters found in a Nashville home tell the story of a couple's courtship during WWII

A trove of more than 200 letters from World War II that were found in a Tennessee home offers an intimate picture of love during wartime

Business|Education|Entertainment|Health|Lifestyle

Steakhouse opens hearts and doors for dog's final meal

Steakhouse opens hearts and doors for dog's final meal

Crime|Education|Entertainment|Health|Lifestyle

Michigan police officer saves choking baby's life in dramatic bodycam video

Michigan police officer saves choking baby's life in dramatic bodycam video

Arts|Education|Entertainment|Science|Sports

Word of the Week: The adorable, lethal ‘stoat’ is the face of the Winter Olympics

Word of the Week: The adorable, lethal ‘stoat’ is the face of the Winter Olympics

Asia|Crime|Education|World

Teenager steals gun from police and attacks a school in southern Thailand, killing 1

A 17-year-old has killed one person and injured two others after he stole a gun from police and stormed a public high school in southern Thailand

Education|Entertainment|Lifestyle

Perry Hall Elementary honors crossing guard for kindness

Perry Hall Elementary honors crossing guard for kindness

Education|Health|Lifestyle

Army vet helping military service members get mental health care

Army vet helping military service members get mental health care

Education|Environment|Health|Science|Technology

Brooklyn high school becomes first in NYC to heat entirely with vegetable oil biofuel. Here's how it works.

Brooklyn high school becomes first in NYC to heat entirely with vegetable oil biofuel. Here's how it works.

Arts|Education|Entertainment|Health|Lifestyle

'We have joy': Handwritten valentines bring love to seniors feeling the weight of loneliness

'We have joy': Handwritten valentines bring love to seniors feeling the weight of loneliness

Economy|Education|Finance|Health

Why is US health care still the most expensive in the world after decades of cost-cutting initiatives?

To lower health care costs, the Trump administration will have to wrangle a complex system fraught with competing interests.

Crime|Education|Sports|World

Canadian Olympic team is 'heartbroken' by deadly school shooting in British Columbia

Canadian fans and athletes at the Milan Cortina Olympics woke up Wednesday to learn of a school shooting in British Columbia that left at least seven people dead and many others wounded

Education|Health|Science|Technology

Living in space can change where your brain sits in your skull – new research

These changes aren’t permanent – the brain goes gradually back to normal after coming back to Earth. Understanding the physical effects of spaceflight helps plan space missions.

Education|Health|Science

Reading to young kids improves their social skills − and a new study shows it doesn’t matter whether parents stop to ask questions

New research shows that parents who read to their 6- to 8-year-olds nightly boost their children’s creativity and empathy.

Business|Education|Health|Science

Distrust and disempowerment, not apathy, keep employees from supporting marginalized colleagues

The reasons colleagues stay silent when co-workers are mistreated may not be what you assume − and it’s not what companies typically spend money on in their efforts to create a fair environment.

Crime|Education|Health|World

Shooter in Canada kills 9 people and injures 25 others at a school and home

A school shooting in northern British Columbia has left seven people dead and more than 25 injured

Arts|Education|Political

Martha Washington’s enslaved maid Ona Judge made a daring escape to freedom – but the National Park Service has erased her story from Philadelphia exhibit

Ona Judge was one of 9 people George Washington owned when he lived in the President’s House in Philadelphia.

Crime|Education|World

Canada in shock after worst school shooting in decades leaves at least eight dead

Canada in shock after worst school shooting in decades leaves at least eight dead

Education|Entertainment|Sports

Sharp makes 8 3s and sets school career record as No. 3 Houston drubs Utah 66-52

Emanuel Sharp set a school record for career 3-pointers and scored 27 points to lead No. 3 Houston over Utah 66-52

Education|Entertainment|Sports|US

Robert Wright III answers the boos in his return to Baylor and helps No. 22 BYU end its 4-game skid

Robert Wright III answered the boos in his return to Baylor, posting the first 30-point game of his career as No. 22 BYU ended a four-game losing streak with a 99-94 victory over the Bears

Business|Education|Environment|Health|World

A young lawyer is taking Pakistan’s government to court over ‘period tax.’ She hopes the case will break sexual health taboos

A young lawyer is taking Pakistan’s government to court over ‘period tax.’ She hopes the case will break sexual health taboos

Arts|Business|Economy|Education|Entertainment|Environment|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|US

Potential conflicts over celebrating America's 250th anniversary spill out in congressional hearing

Congressional Democrats are accusing the Trump administration of trying to hijack plans to celebrate America’s 250th anniversary and using the nonprofit National Park Foundation to solicit money from private donors for some of the president’s pet projects

Business|Education|Entertainment|Lifestyle|Technology

Ceremony honoring Chicago's DODO chapter of Tuskegee Airmen held at Aviation Institute of Maintenance campus

Ceremony honoring Chicago's DODO chapter of Tuskegee Airmen held at Aviation Institute of Maintenance campus

Education|Lifestyle|Travel|World

Buddhist monks' 15-week walk for peace ends in Washington, DC

A group of Buddhist monks has finally reached Washington, D.C., after completing a 15-week trek from Texas that captivated the country

Education|Health

A young cancer patient and his family worry nearly a month into New York City nurses’ strike

A young cancer patient at one of the remaining New York City hospitals where nurses are on strike says he misses his regular caregivers

Crime|Education|US|World

US immigration court blocks deportation of Tufts graduate student from Turkey, her attorneys say

An immigration court has blocked the deportation of a Turkish Tufts University student who was detained by immigration officials near her Massachusetts home last year

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Making transition from SEC to MLB, new Giants manager Tony Vitello enters 1st season ready to learn

Tony Vitello walked up the dugout stairs to meet with reporters about 15 minutes later than expected because of a team meeting that went longer than planned

Americas|Business|Economy|Education|Environment|Finance|Health|Political|US

Trump administration plans to hold back grant money for some Democratic-led states

President Donald Trump’s administration plans to withhold public health and transportation funds from several Democratic-led states

Arts|Business|Crime|Education|Health|Technology|World

Google, Meta, push back on addiction claims in landmark social media trial

Jurors in a landmark social media case that seeks to hold companies responsible for harms to children got their first glimpse into what will be a lengthy trial characterized by dueling narratives from the plaintiffs and the two remaining defendants, Meta and YouTube

Crime|Economy|Education|Health|Lifestyle

Fentanyl dealer convicted after she promoted product as 'the stuff that killed Elvis'

Fentanyl dealer convicted after she promoted product as 'the stuff that killed Elvis'

Crime|Education|Entertainment

Women on opposite sides of 16th Street Baptist Church bombing share friendship on student podcast

Women on opposite sides of 16th Street Baptist Church bombing share friendship on student podcast

Crime|Education|Health|Lifestyle

Arkansas man removes hate symbol tattoo as part of recovery journey

Arkansas man removes hate symbol tattoo as part of recovery journey

Arts|Education

Historian spotlights Francis Harper, first Black woman to have poems published

Historian spotlights Francis Harper, first Black woman to have poems published

Crime|Education|Technology

Adelphi student Orion Newby sues over AI plagiarism accusation and wins. Why it's being called a "groundbreaking" case.

Adelphi student Orion Newby sues over AI plagiarism accusation and wins. Why it's being called a "groundbreaking" case.

Education|Political|World

Colorado law expands Black history studies in all K-12 schools

Colorado law expands Black history studies in all K-12 schools

Arts|Business|Education|Entertainment|Technology

Coco the Geek brings new life into old music electronics

Coco the Geek brings new life into old music electronics

Education|Entertainment|Lifestyle|Sports|US

Jason Myers' Super Bowl success traces back to Chula Vista high school

Jason Myers' Super Bowl success traces back to Chula Vista high school

Business|Crime|Economy|Education|Environment

Operator rescued after backhoe gets tangled up in power line near Houston, video shows

Operator rescued after backhoe gets tangled up in power line near Houston, video shows

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Billboards go up as 1-year mark nears in case of woman who carried her baby while brain dead, sparked debate over Georgia abortion law

Billboards go up as 1-year mark nears in case of woman who carried her baby while brain dead, sparked debate over Georgia abortion law

Education|Entertainment|Health|Lifestyle

How Woody's Toys brings children happiness on some of their toughest days

How Woody's Toys brings children happiness on some of their toughest days

Business|Crime|Economy|Education|Entertainment|Environment|Health|Lifestyle|MidEast|Political|World

Israeli drone strike kills 2 cyclists in Gaza as death toll mounts despite ceasefire

Two Palestinian men riding bicycles were killed in an Israeli drone strike Tuesday, hospital officials said, as deadly violence continued in Gaza despite an October ceasefire

Education|Entertainment|Europe|Travel|World

Student helps World War 2 Veteran achieve goal of revisiting Germany

Student helps World War 2 Veteran achieve goal of revisiting Germany

Education|Science|Technology|World

World's first electronic computer born at University of Pennsylvania

World's first electronic computer born at University of Pennsylvania

Crime|Education|Entertainment|Health|Lifestyle

Good Samaritans help save victims in 2 separate wrecks where drivers crashed into waterways

Good Samaritans help save victims in 2 separate wrecks where drivers crashed into waterways

Crime|Education|Sports

Racial slur allegations at basketball game prompt schools to review

Racial slur allegations at basketball game prompt schools to review

Arts|Education|World

Held captive in their own country during World War II, Japanese Americans used nature to cope with their unjustified imprisonment

Incarcerated in rough barracks surrounded by barbed wire and armed soldiers, Japanese Americans made functional and beautiful items to ease their suffering.

Education|Entertainment|Science|Sports|Technology

One student is paving the way for Black innovators

One student is paving the way for Black innovators

Education|Entertainment|Health|Lifestyle|Science|Technology

School employee finds kidney donor through coworker's social media response

School employee finds kidney donor through coworker's social media response

Crime|Economy|Education|Environment|Health|Science

Historically Black colleges and universities do more than offer Black youths a pathway to opportunity and success – I teach criminology, and my research suggests another benefit

HBCUs make up just 3% of the country’s colleges and universities. But their graduates include 40% of Black engineers and 50% of Black lawyers.

Business|Economy|Education|Environment|Opinion|Science

Local governments provide proof that polarization is not inevitable

Partisan debates are less heated at the local level, providing lessons that might help calm the waters nationally.

Business|Economy|Education|Environment|Opinion|Technology

As Jeff Bezos dismantles The Washington Post, 5 regional papers chart a course for survival

Other billionaires who own newspapers are doing a better job, a journalism professor explains.

Economy|Education|Environment|Science|Technology

Mapping cemeteries for class – how students used phones and drones to help a city count its headstones

Cemeteries are a treasure trove of local history and family connection. Technology and ingenuity have made mapping them easier.

Education|Health|Lifestyle|Sports

Lindsey Vonn’s ACL tear and the truth about exercising while injured

Lindsey Vonn’s ACL tear and the truth about exercising while injured

Arts|Education|Interview|Opinion|Sports|World

One of the Winter Olympics’ oldest sports is facing steady decline. Its savior could be finally allowing women to compete

One of the Winter Olympics’ oldest sports is facing steady decline. Its savior could be finally allowing women to compete

Education|Health|Political|World

South Korea will boost medical school admissions to tackle physician shortage

South Korea plans to increase medical school admissions by over 3,340 students from 2027 to 2031 to address physician shortages

Education|Sports

No. 9 Kansas beats top-ranked Arizona 82-78 for 8th straight win, back in contention in Big 12

The Kansas climb picked up more steam Monday night as the No. 9 Jayhawks knocked off top-ranked Arizona 82-78

Education|Entertainment|Lifestyle|Sports

Proud papa Rick Pitino gets another hard-fought milestone win against his 'brilliant' son

Rick Pitino has reached another milestone at the expense of his son

Crime|Education|World

Immigration judge terminates removal proceedings against Tufts student detained by Trump administration, attorneys say

Immigration judge terminates removal proceedings against Tufts student detained by Trump administration, attorneys say

Business|Crime|Economy|Education|Environment|Finance|Health|MidEast|Political|World

Israeli strikes kill 3 people in Gaza, hospital says

Israeli military strikes on Monday killed three people west of Gaza City, according to the hospital where the casualties arrived

Education|Health|Science|World

Mexico state steps up health screening in schools as measles cases grow nationwide

Mexico's most populous state is increasing health screenings at schools and recommending face masks due to a growing measles outbreak

Business|Economy|Education|Finance|Sports

Judge rules 7-foot center Charles Bediako is no longer eligible to play for Alabama

An Alabama circuit judge has denied Alabama basketball player Charles Bediako’s motion for a preliminary injunction, ending the 7-foot center’s collegiate eligibility and his season with the Crimson Tide

Business|Crime|Education|Technology

New Mexico lawsuit accuses Meta of failing to protect children from sexual exploitation online

Meta is on trial in New Mexico to answer allegations that its social media platforms enable predators to target children for sexual exploitation

Economy|Education

San Francisco teachers strike over wages and health benefits

Some 6,000 public schoolteachers in San Francisco have gone on strike for the first time in nearly 50 years

Crime|Education|US

Student is shot in a Maryland high school and another student is in custody, police say

A 16-year old student has been shot inside a high school in Maryland, and police say another student is in custody

Arts|Education|Entertainment|Lifestyle|Sports

Boy who appeared in Bad Bunny's Super Bowl show is not the 5-year-old detained by ICE in Minneapolis

Social media users incorrectly identified a young boy who was part of Bad Bunny’s Super Bowl halftime show on Sunday as Liam Conejo Ramos

Business|Education|Entertainment|Lifestyle|Sports

Backed by NFL and Olympics, flag football gains momentum in NCAA emerging sports program

Thousands gathered in San Francisco in the days leading up to the most anticipated game on the NFL calendar

Crime|Education|Entertainment|Health|Sports

Youth baseball team recovering after crash into fundraiser stand

Youth baseball team recovering after crash into fundraiser stand

Crime|Education|US|World

Jury selection starts in trial for father of Apalachee High School shooting suspect in Georgia

Jury selection has begun in the trial of Colin Gray, whose teenage son is accused of killing two students and two teachers at a Georgia high school in September 2024

Business|Economy|Education|Environment|Finance|Health|Science|US

Sixth year of drought in Texas and Oklahoma leaves ranchers facing wildfires and bracing for another tough year

The Southern Plains states get a severe drought about once a decade, but long-lasting droughts lately have been leaving farms, rangeland and water sources with too little time to recover.

Business|Crime|Economy|Education|Finance

Burger King franchise group accused of hundreds of child labor violations at Wisconsin restaurants

Burger King franchise group accused of hundreds of child labor violations at Wisconsin restaurants

Arts|Education|Entertainment

Kansas City art center celebrates Black history through work of local artists

Kansas City art center celebrates Black history through work of local artists

Arts|Education|Entertainment

Kids in the Metro make and show off their Valentine's Day boxes

Kids in the Metro make and show off their Valentine's Day boxes

Business|Education|Sports

North Dakota State, winner of 10 FCS titles, jumps to FBS to join Mountain West in football

Perennial FCS power North Dakota State will move up to the FBS level this season and join the Mountain West for football

Business|Education|Environment|Health|Lifestyle

'Be kind, help someone': Gym owner praised for performing CPR

'Be kind, help someone': Gym owner praised for performing CPR

Education|Health|Science|Technology

DNA testing may soon uncover the story behind segregated Black graves

DNA testing may soon uncover the story behind segregated Black graves

Crime|Education

New video footage released from day of the fatal Brown University shooting

City officials have released a new video from the day of the Brown University shooting that killed two students and injured nine others

Arts|Business|Crime|Education|Entertainment|Health|Lifestyle

Family of KU student killed in hit-and-run incident files lawsuit against suspect, DoorDash

Family of KU student killed in hit-and-run incident files lawsuit against suspect, DoorDash

Economy|Education|Finance

What to know about student loan repayment plans and collections

It’s been a confusing time for people with student loans

Education|Environment|Science|Technology

No animal alive today is ‘primitive’ – why are so many still labeled that way?

All species alive today, from chimpanzees to bacteria, are cousins that each have equally long lineages, rather than ancestors or descendants of one another.

Education|Environment|Science|Technology

Infusing asphalt with plastic could help roads last longer and resist cracking under heat

A research team has paved plastic-infused roads in Texas and Bangladesh, with promising results.

Arts|Business|Education|Food|Lifestyle|Travel

Philadelphia was once a sweet spot for chocolatiers and other candymakers who made iconic treats for Valentine’s Day and other holidays

Goldenberg’s Peanut Chews, Goobers and Whitman’s Sampler boxes of chocolates are just a few confectionary classics that were born in Philly.

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Bad Bunny’s Super Bowl halftime performance redefined what it means to be an American patriot

Bad Bunny’s Super Bowl halftime performance redefined what it means to be an American patriot

Education|Environment|Science

Bonobos are capable of pretend play, just like human children

Bonobos are capable of pretend play, just like human children

Education|Entertainment|Lifestyle|US|World

At 100, WWII veteran celebrates a life of service aboard Battleship New Jersey

John “Johnny Q” Quinesso Sr., a WWII Navy veteran, celebrated his 100th birthday aboard the Battleship New Jersey in Camden on Thursday

Business|Economy|Education|Finance

What parents need to know about Trump Accounts: An FAQ

What parents need to know about Trump Accounts: An FAQ

Education|Sports

Big 12 issues $50,000 fine to Oklahoma State for anti-Mormon chants during game against BYU

The Big 12 Conference says it has fined Oklahoma State $50,000 following an investigation into inappropriate chants referencing The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, widely known as the Mormons

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NYU women’s basketball team sets Division III record with its 82nd consecutive win

NYU won its 82nd straight game to set the Division III record for consecutive victories by a women’s basketball team, beating Carnegie Mellon 69-58

Business|Economy|Education|Entertainment|Environment|Lifestyle

YouTuber turns hobby into Helene recovery

YouTuber turns hobby into Helene recovery

Education|Entertainment

Community members raising money to create a Yuba County history museum

Community members raising money to create a Yuba County history museum

Arts|Education|Entertainment|Lifestyle|Travel

History Colorado exhibit shares stories of joy, resilience at historic Black-owned mountain resort

History Colorado exhibit shares stories of joy, resilience at historic Black-owned mountain resort

Arts|Education|Entertainment|Sports

Written by an Atlanta graduate, "Lift Every Voice and Sing's" message still resonates

Written by an Atlanta graduate, "Lift Every Voice and Sing's" message still resonates

Crime|Education|Health|Lifestyle|World

Families in hiding and defiant observers: This is Minneapolis in the wake of the so-called ICE ‘drawdown’

Families in hiding and defiant observers: This is Minneapolis in the wake of the so-called ICE ‘drawdown’

Business|Economy|Education|Health|World

South Korea finally sees birth rate rising, but can it last?

For more than a year now, South Korea has seen the monthly number of births rise year-on-year — sparking hope among some that it could be a sign of recovery from the country’s dire population crisis. But is it enough to reverse South Korea’s falling fertility — or is this a temporary bump?

Crime|Education|US

A teen allegedly killed 4 people at his Georgia high school. Now his father is going on trial for murder

A teen allegedly killed 4 people at his Georgia high school. Now his father is going on trial for murder

Education|Entertainment|Sports

Seth Trimble hits late 3 to lift No. 14 UNC past No. 4 Duke 71-68 in stunning rivalry finish

Seth Trimble made a corner 3-pointer with 0.4 seconds left to lift No. 14 North Carolina past No. 4 Duke 71-68 in a stunning finish Saturday night

Education|Entertainment|Health|Lifestyle|Sports

Girls flag football is booming at the high school level. It’s a little more complicated for the boys

Girls flag football is booming at the high school level. It’s a little more complicated for the boys

Business|Economy|Education|Environment|Finance

North Texas builder turns to compact homes to ease affordability strain

North Texas builder turns to compact homes to ease affordability strain

Arts|Business|Education|Entertainment|Sports

NYU coach Meg Barber leads Violets to brink of record-breaking Division III winning streak

NYU coach Meg Barber was a player for the Violets when rival Washington University of St. Louis was approaching the Division III winning streak record

Business|Economy|Education|Environment|Health|Lifestyle|World

South Korea is finally having more babies. But can it last?

South Korea is finally having more babies. But can it last?

Education|World

Pentagon says it's cutting ties with 'woke' Harvard, discontinuing military training, fellowships

The Pentagon says it will cut ties with Harvard University, ending military training, fellowships and certificate programs

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Colorado funeral home owner who abused nearly 200 corpses gets 40 years, decried as a 'monster'

A Colorado funeral home owner who stashed 189 decomposing bodies and gave families fake ashes has been sentenced to 40 years in prison for corpse abuse

Business|Education|Sports

Alabama's Charles Bediako preparing to play again while judge mulls decision in eligibility case

An Alabama circuit judge didn’t rule immediately following Charles Bediako’s lawsuit hearing against the NCAA, clearing a path for the 7-footer to continue to play

Americas|Business|Economy|Education|Environment|Political|World

As US block of oil supply deepens energy crisis, Cubans ask: What more can we sacrifice?

Cubans on Friday are facing a worsening crisis as U.S. efforts to block oil supplies take a toll

Education|Environment|Science|Technology

Student makes cosmic dust in a lab, shining a light on the origin of life

Student makes cosmic dust in a lab, shining a light on the origin of life

Business|Economy|Education|Environment

FEMA will resume staff reductions that were paused during winter storm, managers say

The Federal Emergency Management Agency is resuming staff cuts that were paused during January's severe winter storm, according to two FEMA managers

Education|Environment|Lifestyle|Science|Travel|World

Seed guardians of the Amazon: A family's solitary fight to save endangered plants

Ramón Pucha ventures into the Ecuadorian Amazon jungle to collect seeds from endangered plant species

Business|Crime|Economy|Education|US

Maine inmates earn paychecks through remote work program

Maine inmates earn paychecks through remote work program

Education|Entertainment|Lifestyle

'I just want them to be there for me': A 14-year-old North Carolina girl in foster care longs for adoption

'I just want them to be there for me': A 14-year-old North Carolina girl in foster care longs for adoption

Business|Crime|Education|Entertainment|Lifestyle

Two families lose everything after apartment fire, hours after moving in

Two families lose everything after apartment fire, hours after moving in

Crime|Education|Entertainment|Political

Wade Wilson’s death penalty appeal lasts just minutes before Florida Supreme Court

Wade Wilson’s death penalty appeal lasts just minutes before Florida Supreme Court

Business|Education|Environment|Science|Technology

Building with air – how nature’s hole-filled blueprints shape manufacturing

3D printing makes it easier for engineers to design cheap, lightweight materials that reflect patterns found in nature.

Education|Environment|Science

A flower in Asia bucks the rules of evolution, puzzling scientists

A flower in Asia bucks the rules of evolution, puzzling scientists

Americas|Crime|Education|World

She thought ICE agents were taking her to school. The 10-year-old ended up 1,200 miles away at a detention facility

She thought ICE agents were taking her to school. The 10-year-old ended up 1,200 miles away at a detention facility

Education|Environment|Science|Sports|Technology

From ski jumps and sliding bobsleds to engineering snow, here are 5 essential reads on the science of the Winter Olympics

Athletes will use physics concepts such as friction and lift to their advantage on the world stage in the 2026 Olympic Games.

Economy|Education|Political|Science|Technology

There’s a competition crisis in America’s state legislatures – and that’s bad for democracy

In dozens of states, an increasing number of legislative seats are going completely uncontested by one of the two major parties.

Arts|Education|Entertainment|Health|Lifestyle

Whether it’s yoga, rock climbing or Dungeons & Dragons, taking leisure to a high level can be good for your well-being

When a hobby becomes something larger, with a focus on improving skills and developing deep knowledge, it can deliver surprising rewards.

Economy|Education|Opinion|Science

What is the American Dream, and has it become harder to achieve in recent years?

Whether the American Dream is centered in economic mobility or personal freedom, many citizens believe its achievement has grown more elusive.

Business|Economy|Education|Environment|Food|Lifestyle|Science|Technology

Aldi is coming to Colorado, and the disruption could lead to lower food prices

The grocer offers low prices and plans to build its own distribution center.

Economy|Education|Health|World

With $48M in philanthropic backing, a division of USAID relaunches as a nonprofit

A division of the U.S. Agency for International Development eliminated by Trump administration cuts last year was reborn Thursday as an independent nonprofit

Arts|Business|Education|Entertainment|Europe|Health|Technology|World

EU accuses TikTok of 'addictive design' that harms children, seeks changes to protect users

The European Union accuses TikTok of breaching digital rules with features like autoplay and infinite scroll

Economy|Education|Science|Technology

AI is upending entry-level jobs. Three teens tell us how they’re responding

AI is upending entry-level jobs. Three teens tell us how they’re responding

Education

In Minnesota, sending a child to school is an act of faith for immigrant families

For many immigrant families in Minnesota, sending a child to school each day requires faith that one of the thousands of federal immigration officers deployed around the state won’t detain them

Americas|Business|Economy|Education|Environment|Political|World

US announces $6M in aid for Cuba as island's leader accuses it of imposing an 'energy blockade'

The U_S_ has announced an additional $6 million in aid for Cuba as the island’s crisis deepens and tensions escalate between the two countries, with Cuba’s president accusing the U_S_ of an “energy blockade.”

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SEC Commissioner Greg Sankey issues affidavit supporting NCAA in Bediako eligibility case

Southeastern Conference Commissioner Greg Sankey eleased an affidavit backing the NCAA in its eligibility case against Alabama’s Charles Bediako

Economy|Education|Political|Technology|World

CIA terminates its World Factbook, overthrowing reference regime

CIA terminates its World Factbook, overthrowing reference regime

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Seaholm High School student creates nonprofit to help people in need of clothing

Seaholm High School student creates nonprofit to help people in need of clothing

Education|Health|Lifestyle

A room to breathe: Project NICU transforms old lounge into calm space for families at MetroHealth

A room to breathe: Project NICU transforms old lounge into calm space for families at MetroHealth

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'They are beautiful': New benches donated to memorial site in North Omaha

'They are beautiful': New benches donated to memorial site in North Omaha

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Measles outbreak prompts health alert in World Cup host Jalisco, Mexico

The Mexican state of Jalisco has issued a health alert and mandated face masks in schools due to a measles outbreak in the state capital

Education|Sports|World

BYU athletic director confident Big 12 schools serious about stopping fan chants targeting Mormons

A BYU sports team was the target of a derogatory chant in an opponent’s venue for at least the fourth time in a year, and the Big 12 again announced the conference would look into the matter and the home team offered an apology

Education|Environment|Science

The largest life-form on land 400 million years ago was one that scientists can’t explain

The largest life-form on land 400 million years ago was one that scientists can’t explain

Education|World

Some call for principal's removal after Holocaust survivor speaker controversy

Some call for principal's removal after Holocaust survivor speaker controversy

Education|Health|Science

Can apes play pretend? Scientists use an imaginary tea party to find out

A new experiment hints that an ape may be able to play pretend like humans do

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Bessent says it would be up to Trump whether to sue his Fed nominee over interest rates

Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent says it would be up to the president to decide whether to sue Kevin Warsh, Donald Trump's nominee for Federal Reserve chair, if he doesn't lower interest rates

Crime|Education|Lifestyle

Mother demands answers after bus driver stops at home with her daughter on board

Mother demands answers after bus driver stops at home with her daughter on board

Education|Environment|Science|Technology

NASA Langley scientists playing important roles as part of Artemis II mission

NASA Langley scientists playing important roles as part of Artemis II mission

Education|Health|Interview|Lifestyle

Doctor inspired by Black healthcare pioneers fights health disparities

Doctor inspired by Black healthcare pioneers fights health disparities

Crime|Education|Science|Technology

Lakewood police becomes first department across the country to roll out new high-tech crime-fighting tool

Lakewood police becomes first department across the country to roll out new high-tech crime-fighting tool

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Figure skating coaches hoping to inspire the next generation of Olympic athletes

Figure skating coaches hoping to inspire the next generation of Olympic athletes

Education|Health|Lifestyle

'Your Dad is in Heaven Now': After a sledding incident, a wife and three children are grieving

'Your Dad is in Heaven Now': After a sledding incident, a wife and three children are grieving

Education|Entertainment|Health|Sports

Eighth grader, frequent blood donor will attend Super Bowl thanks to charities

Eighth grader, frequent blood donor will attend Super Bowl thanks to charities

Education|Europe|World

High school student launches letter writing campaign to lift spirits of Ukrainian troops

High school student launches letter writing campaign to lift spirits of Ukrainian troops

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Co-workers of different generations mentor each other to reduce workplace misunderstandings

With at least five generations participating in the U.S. workforce, co-workers can at times feel like they speak different languages

Business|Economy|Education|Science|Technology

Indian River State College pioneers AI integration with Superhuman

Indian River State College pioneers AI integration with Superhuman

Crime|Education|Lifestyle

Students, ages 14 and 15, charged as adults in high school murder plot

Students, ages 14 and 15, charged as adults in high school murder plot

Business|Education|Environment|Food|Health

Boar's Head reopens Virginia deli meat plant tied to deadly listeria outbreak

Company and federal officials said the Boar's Head deli meat plant tied to a deadly 2024 listeria food poisoning outbreak is back in business

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Celebrity coaches and video applications: Here’s what we’re learning about Trump’s ‘Patriot Games’

Celebrity coaches and video applications: Here’s what we’re learning about Trump’s ‘Patriot Games’

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Indian teacher who created hundreds of learning centers wins $1 million Global Teacher Prize

An Indian teacher and activist known for creating hundreds of learning centers and painting educational murals has won the $1 million Global Teacher Prize

Crime|Education|Entertainment|US

Malcolm Gladwell's 'The American Way of Killing' to be released in September

Malcolm Gladwell's next book, “The American Way of Killing,” focuses on gun violence in the U.S. Little, Brown and Company announced the release for Sept. 29

Arts|Education|Opinion|Science|Technology

AI-generated text is overwhelming institutions – setting off a no-win ‘arms race’ with AI detectors

People are using generative AI to flood courts with filings, legislatures with constituent letters and publications with submissions. AI detectors are no silver bullet.

Education|Environment|Health|Science|Technology

Overactive immune cells can worsen heart failure – targeting them could offer new treatments

Approaching heart failure like an autoimmune condition could offer new ways to improve patient survival.

Education|Environment|Science|Sports|Technology

What Olympic athletes see that viewers don’t: Machine-made snow makes ski racing faster and riskier – and it’s everywhere

US Olympic skiers and scientists explain the sharp differences between natural snow and machine-made snow, from the science to the rising risk of crashes.

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Ole Miss QB Trinidad Chambliss' NCAA appeal denied, but legal fight continues

Mississippi quarterback Trinidad Chambliss’ appeal to the NCAA for an additional year of eligibility so he can play for the Rebels next season has been denied, the university said on Wednesday, but the fight is not over

Americas|Business|Economy|Education|Environment|Europe|Finance|Political|World

UN human rights chief warns of impunity for perpetrators as he seeks extra funds

The U.N. human rights chief says his office is in "survival mode" as he appeals for $400 million to meet this year's needs

Business|Economy|Education|Opinion|Political

If you want to win over Supreme Court justices, quote Antonin Scalia

If you want to win over Supreme Court justices, quote Antonin Scalia

Economy|Education|Environment|Health

Kindergarten readiness varies widely by income, new data shows. Cities are stepping in to help

San Antonio offers a free preschool program for infants and toddlers, helping set them up for success in elementary school

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Top NHL prospect Gavin McKenna charged with felony assault

Top NHL prospect Gavin McKenna charged with felony assault

Business|Economy|Education|Environment

EPA administrator outlines Trump's plan to speed up rebuilding of homes destroyed by LA wildfires

Trump administration officials traveled to Los Angeles to outline the president’s plan to override state and local rules and speed up the permitting process for reconstruction of tens of thousands of homes destroyed by last year’s wildfires

Crime|Education|Health

Parents of Colorado school shooter won't face gun charges, sheriff's office says

Authorities say the parents of a 16-year-old boy who wounded two students at a Colorado high school with an old revolver won't be charged

Education

Texas A&M professor files lawsuit after firing over gender identity lesson

A Texas A&M University professor who was fired last year after a controversy over a classroom video that showed a student objecting to a children’s literature lesson about gender identity has sued the school

Arts|Education|World

Trump taking steps toward installing a Columbus statue near the White House

President Donald Trump is taking steps toward installing a statue of Christopher Columbus near the White House

Education|Health|Lifestyle|Science

Plastic surgeons group calls for delaying gender-affirming surgery until age 19

The American Society of Plastic Surgeons is recommending that surgeons delay gender-affirming surgeries until patients turn 19, including chest, genital and facial surgeries

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Washington Post cuts a third of its staff in a blow to a legendary news brand

The Washington Post has laid off one-third of its staff, eliminating its sports section, several foreign bureaus and its books coverage

Education|Entertainment|Sports

College football’s February signing period is quiet for most schools. Penn State is an exception

College football’s February signing period is pretty much an afterthought for most schools nowadays

Education|Technology

Birmingham librarian on mission to teach news literacy to elementary students

Birmingham librarian on mission to teach news literacy to elementary students

Crime|Education|Entertainment|Health|Lifestyle

Woman channels sister's disappearance into mission to help other families

Woman channels sister's disappearance into mission to help other families

Arts|Business|Crime|Education|Entertainment

David A. Ross resigns from School of Visual Arts after ties to Jeffrey Epstein surface

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Mother Bethel African Methodist Episcopal Church celebrates its impact on American history

Mother Bethel African Methodist Episcopal Church celebrates its impact on American history

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Fans race to learn Spanish before Bad Bunny's Super Bowl halftime show

Bad Bunny's highly anticipated Super Bowl halftime show is set entirely in Spanish

Education|Sports

‘The theater of the absurd’: NCAA president says former pro players pushing to go back to college may make Congress act

‘The theater of the absurd’: NCAA president says former pro players pushing to go back to college may make Congress act

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Not just pups this time: 'Puppy Bowl' embraces older dogs

The Puppy Bowl this year isn't just about puppies

Education|Entertainment|Health|Lifestyle|US|World

Teen suffering from rare birth condition making desperate plea for kidney donation

Teen suffering from rare birth condition making desperate plea for kidney donation

Arts|Business|Education|Entertainment

Forgotten piece of music brought back to life and back to Carnegie Hall

Forgotten piece of music brought back to life and back to Carnegie Hall

Education|Lifestyle

This couple just adopted siblings. There's a need for more families to do the same

This couple just adopted siblings. There's a need for more families to do the same

Business|Education|Lifestyle|US

Last-minute rush: Test-takers scramble before English-only DMV deadline

Last-minute rush: Test-takers scramble before English-only DMV deadline

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Woman escapes apartment fire barefoot, searches for missing pets

Woman escapes apartment fire barefoot, searches for missing pets

Arts|Business|Education|Entertainment|Lifestyle

The best museum you've never heard of is looking for a new home

The best museum you've never heard of is looking for a new home

Arts|Education|Interview|Lifestyle|Political

Little Rock Nine icon Carlotta Walls LaNier confronts new barriers to sharing her story

Little Rock Nine icon Carlotta Walls LaNier confronts new barriers to sharing her story

Education|Environment|Lifestyle|Travel|World

'Aloka the Peace Dog' honored in Central Virginia as he joins monks on Walk for Peace

'Aloka the Peace Dog' honored in Central Virginia as he joins monks on Walk for Peace

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Former border patrol agent helps to look for Nancy Guthrie, Savannah Guthrie’s mom

Former border patrol agent helps to look for Nancy Guthrie, Savannah Guthrie’s mom

Crime|Education|Lifestyle|Technology

'Probably a one star': Student recounts now-viral Uber ride on pedestrian bridge

'Probably a one star': Student recounts now-viral Uber ride on pedestrian bridge

Education|Health|Opinion|Technology

Schools are increasingly telling students they must put their phones away – Ohio’s example shows mixed results following new bans

While cellphone bans at schools can help students connect more with peers, they can also make students feel less safe and independent.

Arts|Business|Education|Entertainment|Technology

Hank and John Green's studio becomes a nonprofit as they aim to make 'trustworthy content' online

Author-vloggers Hank and John Green are turning their educational media company Complexly into a nonprofit

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Former Rockette breaks barriers as first African American dance captain at Radio City Music Hall

Former Rockette breaks barriers as first African American dance captain at Radio City Music Hall

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Tampa's first Black female firefighter reflects on barrier breaking career

Tampa's first Black female firefighter reflects on barrier breaking career

Arts|Education|Environment|Science|Technology

Women have been mapping the world for centuries – and now they’re speaking up for the people left out of those maps

Women have moved from mapmakers using their bodies to depict maps to being leaders shaping the field of cartography.

Education|Environment|Science|Technology

Reclaiming water from contaminated brine can increase water supply and reduce environmental harm

Desalination of seawater and sewage treatment plants leave behind water that contains high concentrations of salt, metals and other contaminants. What if that water could be separated from the rest?

Economy|Education|Political|Science|World

Congress has exercised minimal oversight over ICE, but that might change

Congress has handed ICE a blank check, dramatically increasing its funding without exercising oversight.

Education|Environment|Health|Science|Technology

Lüften sounds simple – but ‘house-burping’ is more complicated in Pittsburgh

A German habit has been trending in recent weeks: ‘lüften,’ or airing out your home. It can help older, damp homes in the US – if circumstances are right.

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What is curling? Everything you need to know about this winter sport

What is curling? Everything you need to know about this winter sport

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Defense objects to showing videos of Charlie Kirk's killing in murder case, claims bias

Graphic videos showing the killing of conservative activist Charlie Kirk on a Utah college campus have gone viral, drawing millions of views

Education|Political|World

Trump accused of distorting history of Mexican-American War to justify heavy hand in Latin America

Historians and observers have accused the Trump administration trying to rewrite American history to justify its own foreign policy decisions toward Latin America by posting a “historically inaccurate” version of the Mexican-American War

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Judge appears likely to side with Mark Kelly in case challenging Pentagon’s efforts to punish him over ‘illegal orders’ video

Judge appears likely to side with Mark Kelly in case challenging Pentagon’s efforts to punish him over ‘illegal orders’ video

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Jill Biden's first husband charged with killing wife in domestic dispute at their Delaware home

The first husband of former first lady Jill Biden has been charged with killing his wife at their Delaware home in late December

Crime|Education|Health

Lawyers for patients of UCLA doctor say clients shaken by court overturning his sex abuse conviction

A California appeals court's decision to overturn the sex abuse conviction of former University of California, Los Angeles, gynecologist James Heaps has left his victims devastated and legal experts puzzled by the type of judicial error that transpired

Crime|Education|US

Alleged Charlie Kirk shooter Tyler Robinson appears in court to try and toss prosecutor’s office from the case

Alleged Charlie Kirk shooter Tyler Robinson appears in court to try and toss prosecutor’s office from the case

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Alabama man faces execution despite not pulling the trigger in auto store customer's death

Charles “Sonny” Burton faces execution in Alabama for his role in a 1991 robbery in which a man was fatally shot, even though Burton didn't fire the gun or witness the killing

Education|Entertainment|Lifestyle

Viral teacher uses comedy, care to create a safe space for students

Viral teacher uses comedy, care to create a safe space for students

Business|Education|Entertainment|Lifestyle

Lawyer takes legal help to the Beltline

Lawyer takes legal help to the Beltline

Business|Education|Entertainment|Health|Lifestyle

Legacy of "Godmother of Coconut Grove" defined by spirit of inclusion

Legacy of "Godmother of Coconut Grove" defined by spirit of inclusion

Education|Entertainment|Health|Lifestyle

Boy who received heart transplant at Children's Hospital of Philadelphia dreams of becoming a chef

Boy who received heart transplant at Children's Hospital of Philadelphia dreams of becoming a chef

Arts|Business|Crime|Economy|Education|Entertainment|Health|Lifestyle|Technology

How to tell if a profile is fake

PeopleWin explains how to spot fake internet profiles on social media and potentially uncover who is actually behind them.

Education|Health

Special education and Trump: What parents and schools need to know

The Hechinger Report outlines step-by-step how dismantling the Education Department might alter services for students with disabilities.

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Owner of Wichita martial arts studio gets life in prison for child sex crimes

Owner of Wichita martial arts studio gets life in prison for child sex crimes

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Waukee fourth-graders open sporting-goods store to support families

Waukee fourth-graders open sporting-goods store to support families

Business|Education|Entertainment|Environment|Health|Lifestyle

Community helps farmer deliver houseplants to seniors

Community helps farmer deliver houseplants to seniors

Economy|Education

Trump demands $1 billion from Harvard as a prolonged standoff appears to deepen

President Donald Trump is demanding a $1 billion payment from Harvard University to end his prolonged standoff with the Ivy League campus, doubling the amount he sought previously as both sides appear to move further from reaching a deal

Americas|Education|Europe|Technology|World

Spain looks to ban social media for under-16s, joining others in Europe

Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez says Spain's government plans to ban social media access for children under 16

Education|Entertainment

Kindergartener surprised as Marine dad returns from 7-month deployment

Kindergartener surprised as Marine dad returns from 7-month deployment

Education|Environment|Health|Lifestyle|Science

Volunteers build owl nesting platforms to tackle growing rat problem

Volunteers build owl nesting platforms to tackle growing rat problem

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Witnesses describe scene near fire, explosion in Nashua

Witnesses describe scene near fire, explosion in Nashua

Crime|Education|Technology

Teens rescued after leaving home with man they met on Roblox

Teens rescued after leaving home with man they met on Roblox

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Good Samaritan honored for stopping knife attack on child

Good Samaritan honored for stopping knife attack on child

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Former principal avoids jail in teen house party case

Former principal avoids jail in teen house party case

Education|Entertainment

'The Klan Whisperer': Author befriends KKK members, convinces them to quit

'The Klan Whisperer': Author befriends KKK members, convinces them to quit

Economy|Education|Environment|Health

Woman trapped by ice misses critical heart appointments

Woman trapped by ice misses critical heart appointments

Arts|Education|Science|Technology

40 years ago, she was a semifinalist to be on board the Challenger. Today, she shares her story

40 years ago, she was a semifinalist to be on board the Challenger. Today, she shares her story

Arts|Education|Entertainment|Lifestyle

Daddy-daughter duo makes history at the GRAMMYs with Best Children's Album win

Daddy-daughter duo makes history at the GRAMMYs with Best Children's Album win

Business|Economy|Education|Environment|Lifestyle

As utility bills climb, one homeowner discovers a $7,000 mistake that could have been avoided

As utility bills climb, one homeowner discovers a $7,000 mistake that could have been avoided

Education|Entertainment|Health|Technology

A Fortnite quest is helping kids facing heart transplants feel less alone

A Fortnite quest is helping kids facing heart transplants feel less alone

Education|Entertainment|Environment|Sports|Travel

The fun and furry world of sled dog racing keeps barking, despite not being in the Winter Olympics

The fun and furry world of sled dog racing keeps barking, despite not being in the Winter Olympics

Education|Environment|Science|Sports|Technology

Climate change threatens the Winter Olympics’ future – and even snowmaking has limits for saving the Games

Innovations have made recent Winter Games possible, but the future climate will have a big impact on where the Olympics can be held and winter sports themselves.

Arts|Business|Education|Entertainment|Opinion

Clergy protests against ICE turned to a classic – and powerful – American playlist

Clergy demonstrating against ICE in Minneapolis have turned to classic ‘freedom songs’ – the music associated with protests ever since the Civil Rights Movement.

Education|Opinion|Political|World

Federal power meets local resistance in Minneapolis – a case study in how federalism staves off authoritarianism

State resistance to federal immigration enforcement in Minnesota illustrates how federalism keeps authority divided and disputed.

Education|Opinion|Political

The Supreme Court may soon diminish Black political power, undoing generations of gains

The Supreme Court appears poised to abolish a key part of the Voting Rights Act. It may draw on a constitutional amendment that empowered African Americans.

Education|Opinion|Science|Technology

A human tendency to value expertise, not just sheer power, explains how some social hierarchies form

Social inequalities emerge in every human society. New research into how these hierarchies form suggests ‘prestige psychology’ – the tendency to defer to expertise – is at the root.

Crime|Education|World

Absences and loss of innocence: ICE raids leave behind a heavy weight in Minnesota schools

Absences and loss of innocence: ICE raids leave behind a heavy weight in Minnesota schools

Business|Crime|Economy|Education|US

Trump ups demands from Harvard, seeks $1 billion settlement after months of strained talks

Trump ups demands from Harvard, seeks $1 billion settlement after months of strained talks

Crime|Education|Lifestyle|Sports|World

3 Alberta junior hockey players killed in crash heading to practice

Three Southern Alberta Mustangs junior hockey players were killed Monday in a vehicle crash while heading to practice

Economy|Education|Health|Technology|World

In the face of aid cuts, Gates Foundation narrows its priorities and defends global health funding

The CEO of the Gates Foundation said it will not change course in the face of the collapse of the foreign aid system but instead continue focusing on its main priorities

Crime|Education|Health

Appeals court overturns former UCLA gynecologist's sex abuse conviction

A California appeals court has overturned the conviction of a former campus gynecologist at the University of California, Los Angeles, on sex abuse charges

Economy|Education|Health|Political|World

Judge blocks Trump administration from ending protections for Haitians

A federal judge has blocked the Trump administration from ending temporary protections that have allowed roughly 350,000 Haitians to live and work in the United States

Economy|Education|Science|Technology

Trump administration cuts number of sites for testing the 2030 census, focusing on the South

The Trump administration is eliminating four out of six planned locations for a 2030 census practice test

Arts|Business|Crime|Economy|Education|Finance|Political|World

Ed Martin removed as head of Justice Department's 'Weaponization Working Group'

Ed Martin has been removed as head of the Justice Department group tasked with scrutinizing the federal prosecutions of President Donald Trump

Crime|Education|Environment|Political

'People's voices are important': OKC residents celebrate victory over proposed ICE facility

'People's voices are important': OKC residents celebrate victory over proposed ICE facility

Arts|Celebrity|Education|Entertainment|Lifestyle

After facing threat of demolition, Fred Astaire's birth house no longer has code violations

After facing threat of demolition, Fred Astaire's birth house no longer has code violations

Business|Economy|Education|Health|Political

HHS unveils program to address homelessness and addiction, part of a set of new initiatives

Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. says his department will devote $100 million toward a pilot program addressing homelessness and substance abuse in eight cities

Business|Education|Environment|Lifestyle|Political

Gold Star family pushes for new state license plate

Gold Star family pushes for new state license plate

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Whether it’s Valentine’s Day notes or emails to loved ones, using AI to write leaves people feeling crummy about themselves

When you outsource romance, there’s a hidden emotional cost.

Education|Environment|Science|Technology

Collar cams offer a bear's eye view into the lives of grizzlies on Alaska's desolate North Slope

Researchers at Washington State University and the Alaska Department of Fish and Game are using collar cams to study a remote population of grizzly bears on Alaska's North Slope

Crime|Education|Entertainment|Environment|Lifestyle

Kid e-biker gang on trail allegedly assaults man and his daughter

Kid e-biker gang on trail allegedly assaults man and his daughter

Arts|Education|Entertainment|Lifestyle|Travel

As Park City rolls credits on Sundance Film Festival, Colorado gets ready for its premier

As Park City rolls credits on Sundance Film Festival, Colorado gets ready for its premier

Education|Environment|Health|Lifestyle|Science

‘It's the silent killer’: Father raising awareness after son's carbon monoxide death

‘It's the silent killer’: Father raising awareness after son's carbon monoxide death

Education|Entertainment|Food|Lifestyle|World

Restaurant collecting Valentine's cards for Minnesota students affected by ICE detentions

Restaurant collecting Valentine's cards for Minnesota students affected by ICE detentions

Arts|Celebrity|Education|Entertainment|US

Woodie King Jr., founder of powerhouse off-Broadway New Federal Theatre, dies at 88

Woodie King Jr., an influential figure in American theater, has died at 88

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The Novel Refuge bookstore seeks to help refugee families turn a new chapter

The Novel Refuge bookstore seeks to help refugee families turn a new chapter

Education|Entertainment|Environment|Health|Lifestyle

School teaching young students that kindness is always in season

School teaching young students that kindness is always in season

Arts|Education|Entertainment

Afterschool program teams up with freestyle rappers to give students a lyrical education

Afterschool program teams up with freestyle rappers to give students a lyrical education

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Preschooler Liam Ramos and father land in Minneapolis after being released from immigration detention

Ecuadorian preschooler Liam Conejo Ramos and his father are back in Minneapolis after being released from a Texas detention facility where they had been held for more than a week, according to Texas Congressman Joaquin Castro. This story is breaking.

Crime|Education|Entertainment

Life isn’t all diamonds – money and fame don’t shield the many ‘Real Housewives’ facing criminal charges

While wealth and power can go a long way in fighting a criminal conviction, sometimes these factors fall short.

Business|Education|Sports

Florida students chant 'G League dropout' while taunting Alabama's Charles Bediako in blowout

The Rowdy Reptiles were ready for Charles Bediako

Economy|Education|Health|Science|World

Denmark’s generous child care and parental leave policies erase 80% of the ‘motherhood penalty’ for working moms

Two researchers found that Danish government benefits do not fully offset moms’ lost earnings. But they do help offset lost income for working women with kids.

Arts|Business|Economy|Education|Environment|Health|Lifestyle|Opinion|Science

Suspending family-based immigrant visas weakens US families and the economy

Family reunification is often framed as a cost, but evidence shows it functions as social infrastructure that supports work, well-being and economic stability.

Education|Entertainment|Science|Sports|Technology

From ski jumping to speedskating, winter sports represent physics in action

Watching, modeling and even playing winter sports help students internalize physics concepts, including acceleration, momentum and friction.

Economy|Education|Election|Finance|Political

Out with the old? Young Democrats are trying to convince voters to send a new generation to Congress

Young Democrats across the United States are challenging veteran party figures, aiming to mount tougher opposition to President Donald Trump

Education|Health|Travel|World

From southern India to Canada's far north: New archbishop serves Indigenous Catholics

As a teenager in India, Susai Jesu led prayer services in his small Catholic village, helped at Mass and soon began training for the priesthood

Crime|Education|US|World

These young brothers sacrifice normal teenage life to be full-time ICE watchers in Minneapolis — and say they won’t regret it

These young brothers sacrifice normal teenage life to be full-time ICE watchers in Minneapolis — and say they won’t regret it

Crime|Education|US

A prosecutor’s 18-year-old child was there when Charlie Kirk was shot. Is that a conflict of interest?

A prosecutor’s 18-year-old child was there when Charlie Kirk was shot. Is that a conflict of interest?

Crime|Education|Political|US

What comes next for 5‑year‑old Liam Ramos and his father after their release from federal custody

What comes next for 5‑year‑old Liam Ramos and his father after their release from federal custody

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"Stories of Survival: Object, Image, Memory" showcases items brought to America by survivors of Holocaust, other genocides

"Stories of Survival: Object, Image, Memory" showcases items brought to America by survivors of Holocaust, other genocides

Crime|Education|Entertainment|Health|Lifestyle

Boy recovering after sparkler accident that caused severe burns

Boy recovering after sparkler accident that caused severe burns

Business|Education|Election|Environment|Finance|Health|Lifestyle|Political|US

As Susan Collins awaits, a generational divide splits Maine Democrats in pivotal Senate race

As Susan Collins awaits, a generational divide splits Maine Democrats in pivotal Senate race

Education|Environment|Science|Technology|World

Aerial lidar mapping can reveal archaeological sites while overlooking Indigenous peoples and their knowledge

Aerial lidar raises ethical questions because it can collect data remotely without the knowledge or consent of Indigenous and descendant populations that are on the ground.

Education|Lifestyle|World

The ranks of US rabbis grow more diverse, with rising numbers of women and LGBTQ people

Rabbis and rabbinical students in the United States are more diverse than ever

Education|Lifestyle|Sports|World

Teen runner sets new record for fastest mile by a junior athlete

Teen runner sets new record for fastest mile by a junior athlete

Education|Entertainment|Lifestyle|Sports

Dog Show 101: What to know about the 150th Westminster show

It’s go time for thousands of America’s most dogged competitors

Business|Crime|Education|Health|Science|Technology

Undercover investigation of Meta heads to trial in New Mexico in first stand-alone case by state

The first stand-alone trial from state prosecutors in a stream of lawsuits against Meta is getting underway in New Mexico

Crime|Education|US|World

Right-wing influencers target Somali child care centers after viral Minneapolis video

A video alleging fraud in Somali-run child care centers in Minneapolis has drawn attention throughout the United States

Education|Entertainment

Black History Month centennial channels angst over anti-DEI climate into education, free resources

Despite proclaiming last February as National Black History Month, President Donald Trump's second term has been marked by what critics say are attacks on Black history in the United States

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Wowed by the agility dogs at the Westminster show? Handlers explain how it's done

They have to run a convoluted obstacle course in front of a crowd

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Punxsutawney Phil prepares to issue his Groundhog Day weather verdict from Gobbler's Knob

Punxsutawney Phil is set to deliver his annual weather forecast and predict either six more weeks of winter or an early spring

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More anti-ICE protests underway nationwide after judge declines to immediately halt Operation Metro Surge in Minnesota

More anti-ICE protests underway nationwide after judge declines to immediately halt Operation Metro Surge in Minnesota

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Teenager uses Make-A-Wish request to start foundation helping other kids at Children's Hospital

Teenager uses Make-A-Wish request to start foundation helping other kids at Children's Hospital

Education|Entertainment|Health

1 year after deadly Northeast Philadelphia plane crash, inside 10-year-old Ramesses' road to recovery

1 year after deadly Northeast Philadelphia plane crash, inside 10-year-old Ramesses' road to recovery

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Sidewalk blocked off after ice chunks fall from buildings

Sidewalk blocked off after ice chunks fall from buildings

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9-year-old "kid reporter" heading to Super Bowl after winning national contest. What he plans to ask Drake Maye.

9-year-old "kid reporter" heading to Super Bowl after winning national contest. What he plans to ask Drake Maye.

Business|Economy|Education|Environment|Finance

A former Sierra Club Foundation director sues over internal racism that he says hinders its mission

A former Sierra Club Foundation employee is suing the nonprofit, alleging that normal workplace interactions got twisted into an unfair harassment complaint to force him out after he called out racial discrimination internally

Education|Sports

'We're gonna beat 'em anyways' becomes a main storyline for Alabama-Florida hoops matchup

Florida coach Todd Golden insists he wasn’t being disrespectful when he said “we’re gonna beat ’em anyways” while responding to Alabama center Charles Bediako’s return to college basketball

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What’s inside the latest Epstein files released by the Justice Department

What’s inside the latest Epstein files released by the Justice Department

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New campaign calls on Mexicans to rediscover the capital’s heart through revered churches

A new campaign by Mexico City’s Historic Center Trust aims to encourage Mexicans to rediscover the religious and architectural heritage at the heart of the nation's capital

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Former Stanford baseball coach Mark Marquess, who won 2 College World Series titles, dies at 78

Mark Marquess, a National College Baseball Hall of Famer who coached Stanford to a pair of national titles over 41 years beginning in 1977, has died

Crime|Economy|Education|Political|US|World

Protesters close schools and stores during a nationwide strike against Trump's immigration policies

Protesters across the U.S. shut down schools and stores during a nationwide strike to oppose the Trump administration’s immigration crackdown in Minneapolis

Crime|Education|Entertainment|Lifestyle|US

Kansas City mother asks for answers after 15-year-old son is shot and killed

Kansas City mother asks for answers after 15-year-old son is shot and killed

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Here's when you'll get your tax refund from the IRS

Tax season is underway, and the IRS expects 164 million people will file returns by April 15

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San Jose mayor, a frequent Newsom critic, jumps into the California governor's race

San Jose Mayor Matt Mahan is jumping into the race to replace Gavin Newsom as governor of California

Americas|Crime|Education|Entertainment|Opinion|Political|World

Anti-ICE protesters are following same nonviolent playbook used by people in war zones across the world to fight threats to their communities

Americans are learning and doing the kind of work that civilians in war zones worldwide have done for decades: dealing with threats by organizing to help protect their neighbors and communities.

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Michigan high school stars can now sign NIL endorsement deals

Michigan high school stars can now sign NIL endorsement deals

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Michigan student gains real-world skills at century-old Green Top Tavern

Michigan student gains real-world skills at century-old Green Top Tavern

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11-year-old ice skates on front yard, shares powerful purpose to her skating

11-year-old ice skates on front yard, shares powerful purpose to her skating

Business|Economy|Education|Political

How the Supreme Court might protect the Fed’s independence by using employment law in Trump v. Cook

This is not a typical employment law case because Lisa Cook, a member of the Federal Reserve Board, has far more legal rights to her job than most American workers.

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The Latest: Justice Department says it’s releasing 3 million pages from its Jeffrey Epstein files

The Justice Department has released over 3 million pages of documents related to Jeffrey Epstein

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A separatist group is asking for Trump’s help to split from Canada. Here’s what we know

A separatist group is asking for Trump’s help to split from Canada. Here’s what we know

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She was a broke teenager stranded in a strange town. Then two nuns saved the day

She was a broke teenager stranded in a strange town. Then two nuns saved the day

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The Westminster dog show is turning 150. Here's what has — and hasn't — changed over time

The Westminster Kennel Club Dog Show is celebrating a milestone

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Nonprofit helps people with mental health, intellectual challenges find job opportunities

Nonprofit helps people with mental health, intellectual challenges find job opportunities

Crime|Economy|Education|Opinion|World

What Franco’s fascist regime in Spain can teach us about today’s America

Comparisons of Trump to Hitler have become common. But some of Trump’s policies may more closely resemble those of Francisco Franco of Spain, says a Spanish scholar.

Arts|Celebrity|Education|Entertainment|Lifestyle

Audrey Niffenegger to release long-awaited sequel to 'The Time Traveler's Wife'

Audrey Niffenegger has completed the sequel to her bestseller “The Time Traveler's Wife.”

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Dog lost for 6 days during snowstorm and sub-zero temperatures rescued in Beaver County

Dog lost for 6 days during snowstorm and sub-zero temperatures rescued in Beaver County

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Sundance Film Festival: Channing Tatum drama ‘Josephine’ wins top jury and audience awards

Beth de Araújo’s family drama “Josephine” has won the top prizes at the 2026 Sundance Film Festival

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Cubans scramble to survive as US vise on island tightens in push to oust government

Cubans are hustling to become more self-sufficient as the U.S. government tightens its economic noose over the communist-run island in a move experts say is meant to force a popular uprising and usher in a new government

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9-year-old recovering after serious playground accident

9-year-old recovering after serious playground accident

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Mushers and their dogs compete in the Warm Lake Stage Race

Mushers and their dogs compete in the Warm Lake Stage Race

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Community takes Polar Plunge to raise funds for Special Olympics Utah

Community takes Polar Plunge to raise funds for Special Olympics Utah

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Homeless housing project looks for volunteers to help with finishing touches

Homeless housing project looks for volunteers to help with finishing touches

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'Making movie magic': Louisville earns national recognition as top city for filmmakers

'Making movie magic': Louisville earns national recognition as top city for filmmakers

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Popular social media influencer supports his community through the current winter storm

Popular social media influencer supports his community through the current winter storm

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Iowa teen recovering after surgeon uses artificial intelligence to rebuild jaw

Iowa teen recovering after surgeon uses artificial intelligence to rebuild jaw

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Oklahoma City ICE detention center proposal halted after community opposition

Oklahoma City ICE detention center proposal halted after community opposition

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Groundhog Day Forecasts: Punxsutawney Phil Has Competition

Groundhog Day Forecasts: Punxsutawney Phil Has Competition

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Judge calls Justice Department's statements on slavery exhibit display 'dangerous' and 'horrifying'

A federal judge warned Justice Department lawyers that they were making “dangerous" and “horrifying” statements when they said the Trump Administration can decide what part of history to display at National Park Service sites

Education|World

Texas A&M University to end women's studies due to new policy on race and gender topics

Texas A&M University is ending its women’s and gender studies program and changing the syllabuses of hundreds of courses

Business|Education|Environment|Lifestyle|Science

How fire, people and history shaped the South’s iconic longleaf pine forests

One of North America’s richest ecosystems, sustained and shaped by Native peoples before European contact, nearly disappeared. A recovery is underway.

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Repeated government lying, warned Hannah Arendt, makes it impossible for citizens to think and to judge

When officials lie time and again, people don’t know what to trust. And when this happens, citizens cannot deliberate, approve or dissent coherently, because a shared world no longer exists.

Crime|Education

Chicago Archdiocese fires substitute teacher with history of child molestation allegations

Chicago Archdiocese fires substitute teacher with history of child molestation allegations

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Family identifies 16-year-old girl killed in sledding incident; investigation underway

Family identifies 16-year-old girl killed in sledding incident; investigation underway

Business|Economy|Education

White men held less than half the board seats on the top 50 Fortune list for the third straight year — but their numbers are rising

The slight decrease in diversity in corporate boardrooms in 2025 comes as the Trump administration and its allies have pushed to unwind diversity initiatives.

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Shelley Read's debut novel 'Go as a River' becomes a global sensation

Author Shelley Read is amazed by the global success of her debut novel, “Go as a River.”

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17-month-old K9 helps locate missing Michigan teen

17-month-old K9 helps locate missing Michigan teen

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Duke reaches a settlement with star quarterback Darian Mensah that will allow him to transfer, ending an unprecedented saga

Duke reaches a settlement with star quarterback Darian Mensah that will allow him to transfer, ending an unprecedented saga

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Cancer survivors meet donors who saved their lives

Cancer survivors meet donors who saved their lives

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How artist Gordon Parks' foundation keeps his legacy growing 20 years after his death

Civil rights photographer and artist Gordon Parks' legacy continues to grow, even as the 20th anniversary of his death approaches

Education|Health|Interview|Lifestyle

The key to a fulfilling life? Feeling like you matter to others

The key to a fulfilling life? Feeling like you matter to others

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After 23 years, she's free: Nicole Boynton's path to hope under Georgia’s survivor justice act

After 23 years, she's free: Nicole Boynton's path to hope under Georgia’s survivor justice act

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New Carnegie Medal winners Megha Majumdar and Yiyun Li love libraries

Novelist Megha Majumdar has won the Andrew Carnegie Medal for Excellence in Fiction for her book “A Guardian and a Thief.”

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Man accused of trafficking runaway teen after offering her food

Man accused of trafficking runaway teen after offering her food

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Piano is key to man's brain trauma recovery at Omaha treatment center

Piano is key to man's brain trauma recovery at Omaha treatment center

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Report of kids playing on frozen lake in Colorado Springs prompts search from local crews

Report of kids playing on frozen lake in Colorado Springs prompts search from local crews

Crime|Education|Entertainment|Lifestyle|US

'Every kid deserves a special day': Oklahoma police surprise child after snow changes birthday plans

'Every kid deserves a special day': Oklahoma police surprise child after snow changes birthday plans

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WATCH: Mesa seniors turn plastic bags into lifesaving mats for unhoused community

WATCH: Mesa seniors turn plastic bags into lifesaving mats for unhoused community

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Greenland’s Inuit have spent decades fighting for self-determination

Greenland’s inhabitants call it Kalaallit Nunaat, or land of the Kalaallit. It is an Indigenous nation whose relatively few people now mostly govern themselves.

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A federal judge has blocked the possible deportation of a 5-year-old and his father for now

A federal judge has blocked the possible deportation of a 5-year-old and his father for now

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'They were just screaming.' Mom unable to save 3 sons who fell through icy pond in Texas

Authorities say three brothers died in Texas after falling through ice on a pond as a massive winter storm has gripped much of the nation

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Trump-backed businessman Nasry Asfura sworn in as president of Honduras

Trump-backed businessman Nasry Asfura was sworn in Tuesday as president of Honduras

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No. 5 Nebraska's run of 24 wins in a row is over after narrow loss to No. 3 Michigan

Major college basketball’s longest winning streak ended at 24 games with No. 5 Nebraska’s 75-72 loss at No. 3 Michigan on Tuesday night

Education|Entertainment|Sports|US

Indiana adds to celebration as football champs take victory lap and basketball team beats Purdue

Indiana Hoosiers fans got their dream doubleheader Tuesday night

Education|Lifestyle|World

Sarah Mullally confirmed as archbishop of Canterbury, first woman to lead the Church of England

Sarah Mullally was confirmed as archbishop of Canterbury on Wednesday, becoming the first woman to lead the Church of England

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There are long-lasting, negative effects for children like Liam Ramos who are detained, or watch their parents be deported

Children with a parent or family member who is detained, or are part of a drawn-out immigration court case, are twice as likely to have anxiety as young adults.

Education|Environment|Health|Lifestyle|Science

PFAS are turning up in the Great Lakes, putting fish and water supplies at risk – here’s how they get there

Some of these ‘forever chemicals’ are toxic at very low levels. They can get into water systems and bioaccumulate in fish, ultimately posing risks to people.

Education|Health|Opinion|Political|Science

Should medical marijuana be less stringently regulated? A drug policy expert explains what’s at stake

The proposed rescheduling of marijuana could have far-reaching implications in science, medicine and criminal justice. What is the best policy option?

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Mother describes losing 3 sons in frozen pond: "I couldn't help them"

Mother describes losing 3 sons in frozen pond: "I couldn't help them"

Business|Economy|Education|Finance|Stock Markets|US

Your baby could qualify for $1,000 with a Trump Account. Here's what to know

Claiming to give every child “a shot at financial freedom,” President Donald Trump is unveiling the new Trump Accounts initiative, which gives $1,000 to every newborn if their parents open an account

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Parking lot transforms into impromptu ice rink

Parking lot transforms into impromptu ice rink

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Kansas Supreme Court hears arguments in death row appeal

Kansas Supreme Court hears arguments in death row appeal

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What it’s like each day in Minneapolis

What it’s like each day in Minneapolis

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'Hearts for Jax' brings businesses together to raise money for 11-year-old boy battling autoimmune disease

'Hearts for Jax' brings businesses together to raise money for 11-year-old boy battling autoimmune disease

Education|Environment|Science|Technology

Christa McAuliffe's legacy lives on in New Hampshire 40 years after Space Shuttle Challenger disaster

Christa McAuliffe's legacy lives on in New Hampshire 40 years after Space Shuttle Challenger disaster

Education|Entertainment|Lifestyle|Sports

Nonprofit brings at-risk youth to Killington for free ski lessons

Nonprofit brings at-risk youth to Killington for free ski lessons

Education|Entertainment|Lifestyle|US

Court reinstates Hinds County assistant principal fired for reading 'I Need a New butt' to students

Court reinstates Hinds County assistant principal fired for reading 'I Need a New butt' to students

Education|Sports|World

Trump administration says San Jose State broke the law by allowing a transgender volleyball player

The Trump administration has concluded that San Jose State University discriminated against women by letting a transgender athlete play on the women’s volleyball team

Crime|Education|Environment|Health

Tip, DNA leads police to suspect in Florida Memorial University rape

Tip, DNA leads police to suspect in Florida Memorial University rape

Crime|Education|Sports

Online trash-talking leads to students banned from Chittenden County high school basketball game

Online trash-talking leads to students banned from Chittenden County high school basketball game

Arts|Education|Environment|Science|Technology

She was supposed to be the first teacher in space. 40 years later, her mission continues

She was supposed to be the first teacher in space. 40 years later, her mission continues

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TikTok star Shirley Raines, known for bringing meals and respect to people on Skid Row, dies at 58

Shirley Raines, a social media creator known for feeding and caring for homeless people, has died at 58, according to her organization Beauty 2 The Streetz

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Ziebell leads UConn to 50th consecutive Big East regular-season victory, beating Xavier 97-39

Allie Ziebell had a UConn program record-tying 10 3-pointers and a career-high 34 points, and Sarah Strong had 19 of her 25 points in the first half as the top-ranked Huskies won their 38th consecutive game with a 97-39 win over Xavier on Wednesday night despite missing two of its top four scorers

Education|Environment|Science|Technology

The accidental climate scientist who uncovered an unexpected force of global warming

The accidental climate scientist who uncovered an unexpected force of global warming

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Death Valley landmark Scotty’s Castle is reopening for limited tours after years of flood repairs

Scotty's Castle, built in the 1920s, is tucked away in the desert in Death Valley National Park and was one of the park's biggest attractions

Education|Science|Technology

‘What if I told you this school had no teachers?’: Is AI schooling the future of education — or a risky bet?

‘What if I told you this school had no teachers?’: Is AI schooling the future of education — or a risky bet?

Business|Economy|Education|Environment|Political

Escape from Washington? Senators look to start new chapters as governors

U.S. senators are increasingly looking to leave Washington for leadership roles in their home states

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As if! 'Clueless,’ ‘The Karate Kid,’ ‘Inception’ among 25 movies entering National Film Registry

As if they’d leave “Clueless” off the list

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Erin Jackson does not want to be the only Black woman to win Winter Olympics individual gold

American speedskater Erin Jackson is the first Black woman to win an individual Winter Olympics gold medal in any sport

Economy|Education|Environment|Science|Technology

Americans want heat pumps – but high electricity prices may get in the way

Many homeowners could save money on their heating bills by installing heat pumps – but not everyone, and not everywhere.

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Colorado has emergency domestic violence shelters in only half its counties, leaving survivors without safe housing options

A lack of shelters and affordable housing means survivors of domestic violence have few places to go.

Crime|Education|Entertainment|Health|World

Responders recall a mission of recovery and grief a year after the midair collision near DC

Families and emergency responders are marking the one-year anniversary of the deadly plane collision over the Potomac River

Education|Health|Lifestyle|Science

Where are those darn keys? Tricks for remembering where you put things

"Where are those darn keys

Crime|Education|Environment

Even when people’s rights are ignored, understanding the law can keep protesters engaged

When protesters experience repression and violence, whether or not they have legal education can help determine continued involvement in a protest movement.

Business|Education|Environment|Health

A growing nursing shortage is made worse by nurses’ daily challenges of patients and their families rolling their eyes, yelling and striking

Nurses are leaving the profession faster than they’re being replaced – in part due to the emotional and physical toll they endure from disrespectful patients or their loved ones.

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Protesters want slavery exhibit restored after removal: "The stories should be told"

Protesters want slavery exhibit restored after removal: "The stories should be told"

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Stylists train to recognize domestic abuse warning signs

Stylists train to recognize domestic abuse warning signs

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Teen who suffered devastating knee injury donates custom LEGO therapy kits to surgery patients

Teen who suffered devastating knee injury donates custom LEGO therapy kits to surgery patients

Crime|Education|Entertainment|Health|Lifestyle

K-9 officer rescues missing child during winter storm

K-9 officer rescues missing child during winter storm

Arts|Education|Entertainment

From ‘The Big Chill’ to ‘Inception,’ here are the 25 films added to the National Film Registry this year

From ‘The Big Chill’ to ‘Inception,’ here are the 25 films added to the National Film Registry this year

Arts|Education|Entertainment|Environment|Lifestyle

96-year-old horticulturist says retirement isn't in his vocabulary

96-year-old horticulturist says retirement isn't in his vocabulary

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Trump’s deal with Senate leaders to avert government shutdown hits snags as lawmakers refuse to allow quick vote

Trump’s deal with Senate leaders to avert government shutdown hits snags as lawmakers refuse to allow quick vote

Business|Education|Entertainment|Science|Technology

Not ready for robots in homes? The maker of a friendly new humanoid thinks it might change your mind

A new humanoid robot named Sprout, developed by Fauna Robotics, is making its debut

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This American woman traveled to the Czech Republic eight years ago and decided to stay for good

This American woman traveled to the Czech Republic eight years ago and decided to stay for good

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Why Minnesota’s CEOs finally broke their silence

Why Minnesota’s CEOs finally broke their silence

Education|Health|Political|Technology|World

French lawmakers approve bill banning social media for children under 15

French lawmakers have approved a bill banning social media for children under 15

Arts|Business|Education|Entertainment|Health|Political|Technology

TikTok users say they can’t upload anti-ICE videos. The company blames tech issues

TikTok users say they can’t upload anti-ICE videos. The company blames tech issues

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Canada gives conditional approval for Marineland to export remaining belugas to the US

Canada’s last captive whales have a received a reprieve from death after the Canadian government conditionally approved a plan to export them to the United States

Business|Economy|Education|Environment|Health|Science|Technology

Mississippi shivers under ice as long recovery looms

Recovery from Mississippi's worst ice storm in more than 30 years could take a week or more

Business|Education|Entertainment|Lifestyle|Sports

Sam Darnold is one win away from a Super Bowl victory that's eluded fellow QBs in the 2018 draft

Sam Darnold will be starting in the Super Bowl before Lamar Jackson, Josh Allen and the rest of the NFL’s Class of 2018 quarterbacks

Arts|Education|Environment|Lifestyle|Science

Groundhogs are lousy forecasters but valuable animal engineers – and an important food source

Groundhogs predict spring with the same accuracy as flipping a coin. But they’re vital to their ecosystems, feasting through summer to store enough fat to last through their winter hibernation.

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Scientists recover the oldest wooden tools from a site in Greece

Scientists say two artifacts found at a lake shore in Greece are the oldest wooden tools uncovered so far

Economy|Education|Environment|Science|Technology

How the polar vortex and warm ocean intensified a major US winter storm

The atmosphere is a complicated place. Warm temperatures in one spot can contribute to brutally cold storms somewhere else.

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From combat to canopy: Paraplegic veteran injured in Afghanistan finds healing in the sky

From combat to canopy: Paraplegic veteran injured in Afghanistan finds healing in the sky

Crime|Education|Health|Lifestyle|Political

Survivor urges Georgia domestic violence registry

Survivor urges Georgia domestic violence registry

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Man turns car into chalkboard, thousands sign it

Man turns car into chalkboard, thousands sign it

Education|Environment|Health|Lifestyle|Technology

Moms lead effort to delay smartphones for kids

Moms lead effort to delay smartphones for kids

Arts|Business|Economy|Education|Entertainment|Lifestyle

Historic Henry J. Kaiser Center for the Arts reopens after 20-year closure

Historic Henry J. Kaiser Center for the Arts reopens after 20-year closure

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Mysterious dark matter may be better understood through a new map of far-off galaxies

A new high-resolution map of distant galaxies may help scientists understand the mysterious dark matter holding the universe together

Business|Education|Environment|Health|Lifestyle

When the snow falls, jeep drivers make sure essential workers get to work

When the snow falls, jeep drivers make sure essential workers get to work

Economy|Education|Environment|Science

Marine protected areas aren’t in the right places to safeguard dolphins and whales in the South Atlantic

Despite Brazil’s recent expansions of protected areas, research shows that the favorite habitats of whales and dolphins are still threatened by human activities.

Business|Economy|Education|Environment|Travel

US hospitality and tourism professors don’t mirror the demographics of the industry they serve

Nearly three-quarters of tourism professors are white, a recent analysis found, and nearly half are white men.

Economy|Education|Opinion|Political

Political polarization in Pittsburgh communities is rooted in economic neglect − not extremism

Voters in places like Aliquippa and Braddock aren’t becoming more radical; they’re responding to decades of disinvestment and institutional failure.

Education|Environment|Health|Science|Technology

Malaria researchers are getting closer to outsmarting the world’s deadliest parasite

After decades of stalled progress, new vaccines, treatments and genetic tools are helping scientists protect children and save lives worldwide.

Education|Health|Science

Doctors are ignoring new federal vaccine recommendations

Doctors are ignoring new federal vaccine recommendations

Education|Technology|World

Egypt to adopt restrictions on children’s social media use to fight 'digital chaos'

Egypt is exploring ways to regulate children's use of social media

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Private jet with 8 aboard crashes on takeoff in Maine, FAA says

The Federal Aviation Administration says a private aircraft with eight people on board has crashed on takeoff from Bangor International Airport in Maine

Education|Travel|World

He left the US for an internship. Trump's travel ban made it impossible to return

The Trump administration has thrown up new obstacles for international students, from travel bans to a pause in visa appointments and new layers of vetting

Business|Education|Sports

High school community frustrated over new policy that fires coaches at end of year

High school community frustrated over new policy that fires coaches at end of year

Business|Crime|Education|Environment|Health|Lifestyle|Political|Technology

Police drone program draws community concern

Police drone program draws community concern

Crime|Education|Environment|Health

University of Michigan Flint police officer rescues man found buried in snow

University of Michigan Flint police officer rescues man found buried in snow

Education|US|World

Slavery displays removed from historical site after Trump directive

Slavery displays removed from historical site after Trump directive

Education|Sports

Long Island school district must reinstate Native American mascot or face funding cuts, Trump administration says

Long Island school district must reinstate Native American mascot or face funding cuts, Trump administration says

Education|Health|Science|World

Dr. William Foege, leader in smallpox eradication, dies

Dr. William Foege, a leader in the global eradication of smallpox, has died

Education|Europe|Health|Technology

‘Our children’s brains are not for sale’: Macron says France to fast-track social media ban for under-15s

‘Our children’s brains are not for sale’: Macron says France to fast-track social media ban for under-15s

Business|Economy|Education|Science|Technology

How Americans are using AI at work, according to a new Gallup poll

A new Gallup poll finds that American workers have adopted artificial intelligence into their work lives at a remarkable pace over the past few years

Education|Health|Political|Technology|World

Macron pushes for fast-track ban on social media for children under 15

French President Emmanuel Macron says he wants to fast-track a ban on social media for teenagers under 15

Education|Sports

Charles Bediako makes immediate impact for No. 17 Alabama in his return to college basketball

Alabama’s Charles Bediako had four dunks, two steals and two blocks in his first college action in nearly three years against Tennessee

Education|Environment|Science|Technology|Travel|World

Thousands of flights canceled as major winter storm moves across the US

Thousands of flights have been canceled for the weekend across the U.S. as a monster storm began wreaking havoc across much of the country

Arts|Business|Celebrity|Education|Entertainment|Lifestyle

Robert Redford remembered for his mentorship of new filmmakers at Sundance gala

Filmmakers whose careers were shaped by Robert Redford and the Sundance Institute he founded are honoring his legacy at the first Sundance Film Festival since his death

Economy|Education|Environment|Health|World

Heavy snow and rainfall kill 61, injure 110 over 3 days in Afghanistan, authorities say

Heavy snow and rainfall over the past three days have killed more than 60 people and injured over 100 across Afghanistan, the country’s disaster management authority says, as authorities in the impoverished country struggle to open roads and gain access to cut-off villages

Crime|Economy|Education|Lifestyle|World

Minneapolis residents shelter immigrant children separated from parents and sought by federal agents

As more than 2,000 federal agents surge in Minneapolis in an immigration crackdown and clash with protesters on the streets, countless residents are also quietly resisting the operation through grassroots networks sheltering and supporting immigrants

Crime|Education

Prosecutors have twice charged law enforcement officers for inaction during school shootings. Juries aren’t buying it.

Prosecutors have twice charged law enforcement officers for inaction during school shootings. Juries aren’t buying it.

Crime|Education|Political|World

A preschooler was taken away by ICE, but officials say they had no choice. Here’s what we know

A preschooler was taken away by ICE, but officials say they had no choice. Here’s what we know

Business|Education|Environment|Finance|Health|Lifestyle|Political|Science|Technology|US|World

More than half the US threatened with ice, snow and cold in massive winter storm

Forecasters say over half the U.S. population could be affected by snow, ice or bitter cold as a winter storm sweeps across the county

Crime|Education|MidEast|World

Unsealed court documents suggest Trump admin detained Tufts student for writing op-ed critical of Israel

Unsealed court documents suggest Trump admin detained Tufts student for writing op-ed critical of Israel

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Clemson's Dabo Swinney alleges tampering by Ole Miss' Pete Golding and calls for reforms

Clemson coach Dabo Swinney is accusing Mississippi coach Pete Golding of tampering with transfer player Luke Ferrelli

Education|Environment|Finance|Health|Lifestyle|Political|World

Thousands rally against immigration enforcement in subzero Minnesota temperatures

Police have arrested about 100 clergy who were demonstrating against immigration enforcement at Minnesota’s largest airport

Arts|Business|Education|Environment|Political|US|World

Philadelphia sues over removal of slavery exhibit at Independence National Historical Park

Outraged critics are accusing President Donald Trump of “whitewashing history” after the National Park Service removed an exhibit on slavery at Philadelphia’s Independence National Historical Park

Business|Education|Science|Technology

Meta pauses teen access to AI characters

Meta is halting teens’ access to artificial intelligence characters, at least temporarily, the company said in a blog post Friday

Crime|Education|US|World

Texas Black man exonerated nearly 70 years after execution in case marked by racial bias

Officials have declared that a Texas Black man executed nearly 70 years ago is innocent in a case prosecutors now say was based on false evidence and riddled with racial bias

Business|Education|Environment|World

Zohran Mamdani’s first NYC snowstorm becomes a major governing test

Zohran Mamdani’s first NYC snowstorm becomes a major governing test

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No. 17 Alabama plans to play 7-footer Charles Bediako, who turned pro in 2023, against Tennessee

Alabama coach Nate Oats says 7-foot center Charles Bediako, who gave up his college eligibility in 2023 to enter the NBA draft, will play against Tennessee on Saturday

Business|Economy|Education|Sports

NCAA approves uniform patches, opening up revenue possibilities for athletic departments

The NCAA unearthed another revenue stream when Division I leaders approved patches for uniforms in a move that could generate millions to fund athletic departments that are looking for new ways to pay players

Business|Education|Lifestyle|Sports|US|World

Former pro player’s return to Alabama men’s basketball team sparks a scramble by the NCAA and sport’s coaches

Former pro player’s return to Alabama men’s basketball team sparks a scramble by the NCAA and sport’s coaches

Economy|Education|Health|Political

Vance touts the Trump administration's record against abortion at a Washington rally

Vice President JD Vance is encouraging anti-abortion activists to celebrate progress in limiting abortion

Education|Sports

New York school violated civil rights law by changing name from ‘Thunderbirds’ to ‘T-Birds,’ US says

Federal education officials say a New York school district is “erasing its Native American heritage” and violating civil rights law by changing its team name from the “Thunderbirds” to the “T-Birds.”

Education|World

An Egyptian university student lost his visa after pro-Palestinian protests. He could be deported within days

An Egyptian university student lost his visa after pro-Palestinian protests. He could be deported within days

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Indiana QB Fernando Mendoza officially declares for the NFL draft and could be the No. 1 pick

The Las Vegas Raiders are on the clock, and Heisman Trophy winner Fernando Mendoza is officially available

Business|Crime|Education|Health|Lifestyle

Illinois surgeon pleads not guilty to the killings of his ex-wife and her dentist husband in Ohio

An Illinois doctor has pleaded not guilty to murder charges in the December shooting deaths of his ex-wife and her dentist husband in their Columbus home

Business|Economy|Education|Finance|Health

Judge rules Trump administration must keep funding child care subsidies in 5 states for now

A federal judge says the Trump administration must keep the money flowing for now for programs aimed at helping low-income families with children in five states

Education|Environment

Community celebrates long-awaited sidewalk construction

Community celebrates long-awaited sidewalk construction

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College Football Playoff to remain at 12 teams after SEC and Big Ten fail to agree on expansion

The College Football Playoff will remain at 12 teams after the commissioners of the Southeastern Conference and Big Ten couldn’t come up with a compromise for expansion

Crime|Education|Health|US

Public Schools settles lawsuit brought by three Colorado families for $3 million

Public Schools settles lawsuit brought by three Colorado families for $3 million

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Duke QB Darian Mensah's motion to reconsider block on enrolling elsewhere speeds up case

Duke quarterback Darian Mensah has managed to speed up the legal case that currently has him blocked from heading to another school

Business|Education|Environment|Lifestyle|Science|Technology

What weather apps sometimes miss about dangerous winter storm conditions

That snowflake icon on your smartphone app might be quick and handy — it just might not be as accurate as a human when the weather gets rough

Business|Education|Environment|Health|Lifestyle

What you should have in stock when preparing for a winter storm

What you should have in stock when preparing for a winter storm

Education|Health|Lifestyle|Science

Dealing with a difficult relationship? Here’s how psychology says you can shift the dynamic

A bit of understanding – plus effort to regulate yourself and give compassionate feedback – can shift a stuck relationship into something more bearable, perhaps even meaningful.

Education|Entertainment|Health|Lifestyle

Family raises awareness about rare condition that prevents son from smiling

Family raises awareness about rare condition that prevents son from smiling

Economy|Education|Health

Dogs can need more than kibble, walks and love − consider the escalating expenses of their medical care before you adopt

The decision to bring a dog into the family should recognize that, like other family members, they will require medical care.

Arts|Economy|Education|Opinion|Science|Technology

Feeling unprepared for the AI boom? You’re not alone

As businesses race to adopt AI, you might worry that the experience and expertise you’ve built up has become a lot less valuable. But you still have more control over your future than you think.

Education|Health|Lifestyle|Science

Your brain can be trained, much like your muscles – a neurologist explains how to boost your brain health

Challenging the brain by exposing it to new situations, tasks and skills can improve its efficiency, much like strength training does for our muscles. But maximum efficiency requires optimal rest.

Education|Entertainment|Lifestyle|Sports|US

Tampa pastor uses Lightning hockey to connect with students

Tampa pastor uses Lightning hockey to connect with students

Business|Economy|Education|Political|Technology

Network shutdown leaves Wisconsin lawmakers meeting outside of public view

The shutdown of Wisconsin’s version of C-SPAN amid a shortfall of fundraising has left the state as perhaps the only one in the country where its legislative floor debates are not being broadcast

Crime|Education|World

5-year-old boy taken by ICE in Minneapolis area being held with father at Texas facility

5-year-old boy taken by ICE in Minneapolis area being held with father at Texas facility

Business|Economy|Education|Environment|Health|Political|World

People in Gaza dig through garbage for things to burn to keep warm — a far cry from Trump's vision

Desperate Palestinians at a garbage dump in a Gaza neighborhood are digging with their bare hands for plastic items to burn to keep warm in the cold and damp winter in the enclave, battered by two years of the Israel-Hamas war

Business|Economy|Education|Entertainment|Environment|Health|Science|Technology

Huge US winter storm to bring crippling snow, sleet and ice from Texas to Boston

A massive winter storm is barreling toward the eastern U.S., threatening to bring severe ice and snow from Texas to Boston

Arts|Business|Celebrity|Education|Entertainment|Lifestyle

Sundance kicks off its last year in Utah with powerful premieres and tributes to Robert Redford

The Sundance Film Festival has kicked off in Utah, marking the first year without founder Robert Redford

Crime|Education|MidEast|Political|US|World

Judge warns Trump administration from changing plaintiffs immigration status in First Amendment case

A federal judge ruled that the academics, who are party to a lawsuit alleging U.S. policy singles out noncitizens for detention or deportation over their pro-Palestinian activism on college campuses, can seek relief from the court if their immigration status is changed as retribution for taking part in the case

Education|Environment|Lifestyle|Science

What are ‘exploding trees’? The winter phenomenon may not be what you think

What are ‘exploding trees’? The winter phenomenon may not be what you think

Americas|Crime|Education|Political|World

Federal officers detain a 5-year-old boy who a school official says was used as 'bait'

Federal agents have taken a 5-year-old boy and his father from Minnesota to a detention facility in Texas

Education|Environment|Europe|Finance|Health|Lifestyle|Political|Technology|World

Maine governor questions ‘secret arrests,' sheriff says ICE targeted one of his recruits

Maine Gov. Janet Mills challenged federal immigration officials to provide arrest warrants, real-time numbers and information about detainees amid a sweeping enforcement operation, saying the state has been left in the dark as fear spreads in immigrant communities

Arts|Business|Education|Entertainment

Inspired by Sundance, University of Colorado Boulder students learn how to put on film festivals

Inspired by Sundance, University of Colorado Boulder students learn how to put on film festivals

Crime|Education|Entertainment|Sports

Lawyer for ex-Michigan coach Sherrone Moore wants charges dismissed, says woman is seeking windfall

A lawyer for fired University of Michigan football coach Sherrone Moore says a criminal case against him should be dismissed based on false information given to police

Crime|Education|World

Officer's acquittal brings Uvalde attack's other criminal case to the forefront

An acquittal in the first Texas trial over the hesitant police response to the Robb Elementary school mass shooting leaves prosecutors facing decisions about the case against Uvalde’s former schools police chief

Crime|Education

Former Iowa superintendent pleads guilty to falsely claiming US citizenship

The former Des Moines superintendent has plead guilty in federal court to falsely claiming U.S. citizenship and illegally possessing firearms

Business|Economy|Education|Finance|Political|US

Trump administration targets 14 blue states with sweeping federal funding review

Trump administration targets 14 blue states with sweeping federal funding review

Education|Environment|Health|Science|Technology|US|World

NASA and families of fallen astronauts mark 40th anniversary of space shuttle Challenger accident

Families of the astronauts lost in the space shuttle Challenger accident are marking that tragic day 40 years ago

Crime|Education|Health

Mother files lawsuit after student's fingertip severed in classroom incident

Mother files lawsuit after student's fingertip severed in classroom incident

Business|Crime|Economy|Education|Environment|Health|Lifestyle

Mother of Amazon fulfillment center employee shot, killed at work demands justice

Mother of Amazon fulfillment center employee shot, killed at work demands justice

Crime|Education|US|World

Jury clears former Uvalde police officer of child endangerment or abandonment charges

Jury clears former Uvalde police officer of child endangerment or abandonment charges

Education|Entertainment|Health|Lifestyle

Auburn High School senior turns passion for helping people into lifesaving work

Auburn High School senior turns passion for helping people into lifesaving work

Education|Environment|Science|Technology

Study shows how earthquake monitors can track space junk through sonic booms

A new study shows how earthquake monitors can better track space junk by tuning into their sonic booms

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New information about 'brutal' prison attack. What inmate said after allegedly killing cellmate.

New information about 'brutal' prison attack. What inmate said after allegedly killing cellmate.

Business|Economy|Education|Health|Political

Teen's idea leads to bill offering tax credits for braille shipping labels

Teen's idea leads to bill offering tax credits for braille shipping labels

Economy|Education|Environment|Science|Technology

America’s next big critical minerals source could be coal mine pollution – if we can agree on who owns it

Coal mines are notorious sources of acid mine drainage, but the orange sludge that threatens water supplies and wildlife also contains valuable rare earth elements.

Business|Economy|Education|Political|Sports

Missouri rejects a ban on college athlete prop bets after NCAA gambling scandals

Missouri gambling regulators have rejected an NCAA request to ban bets on college athletes' performance

Crime|Education|Opinion|US

A government can choose to investigate the killing of a protester − or choose to blame the victim and pin it all on ‘domestic terrorism’

Renee Good’s death was the consequence, writes a First Amendment scholar, of a kind of politics in which the state survives by making dissenters illegitimate as citizens.

Crime|Education|Entertainment|Lifestyle|Political

Son of wrongly executed Dallas man finds peace after 70 years with father's exoneration

Son of wrongly executed Dallas man finds peace after 70 years with father's exoneration

Arts|Business|Economy|Education|Entertainment|Sports|Travel|World

NBA and Abu Dhabi extend partnership, league will bring more games there

The NBA and Abu Dhabi's Department of Culture and Tourism have extended their partnership

Business|Crime|Education|Lifestyle|Political

Mother files lawsuit after police officer frisks her 12-year-old daughter

Mother files lawsuit after police officer frisks her 12-year-old daughter

Education|Opinion|Science|Technology

‘Expertise’ shouldn’t be a bad word – expert consensus guides science and society

Expertise comes with training, experience and accreditation. And expert consensus is the best guide modern democracies have for making decisions about complicated challenges.

Economy|Education|Health|Political|World

US turns its back on global efforts for women and children terrorized by violence and conflict

The Trump administration’s move to withdraw the US from these organizations risks undercutting lasting peace and global human rights accountability.

Business|Crime|Economy|Education|Political

Homicide rate declines sharply in dozens of US cities, a new report shows

A report issued by the Council on Criminal Justice is showing a 21% decrease in the homicide rate from 2024 to 2025, based on data collected from 35 American cities

Arts|Crime|Education|Entertainment|Environment|Lifestyle|Political|Science|Technology|World

Federal authorities have called those who monitor ICE ‘domestic terrorists.’ Here’s what we know

Federal authorities have called those who monitor ICE ‘domestic terrorists.’ Here’s what we know

Business|Economy|Education|Environment|Health|Political

Inflation fears are high. A new poll shows one group is particularly worried

Economic stress is widespread across the United States, but for Asian Americans, Pacific Islanders and Native Hawaiians, anxiety about costs and affordability is particularly high

Education|Entertainment|Sports

No. 1 Arizona pulls away late to top Cincinnati 77-51 and remain 1 of 3 unbeatens in country

Motiejus Krivas scored 17 points, Ivan Kharchenkov added 14 and the top-ranked Arizona Wildcats pulled away late to beat Cincinnati 77-51 and remain one of just three unbeaten teams in the country

Education|Sports

Fogle scores 17 as No. 8 Gonzaga pounds Pepperdine 84-60 to reach 20 wins for 29th straight season

Davis Fogle scored 17 points and No. 8 Gonzaga pounded Pepperdine 84-60

Crime|Education

Video: Outburst of slain Uvalde teacher's sister in court

The distraught sister of Irma Garcia, a teacher killed in the Uvalde school massacre, screamed a during the trial of former officer Adrian Gonzales, who is accused of not doing enough to stop the shooter.

Crime|Education|US

Former Uvalde officer acquitted in trial over police response to Robb Elementary attack

A former Uvalde schools police officer who was among the first to respond to the mass shooting at a Texas elementary school has been acquitted of criminal charges that he failed his duty to confront the gunman

Business|Crime|Economy|Education|Political|World

ICE activity increases in Maine as anxiety grows in immigrant communities

Maine is seeing an increase in immigration enforcement activity this week

Arts|Education|Sports

Ex-Alabama player Charles Bediako, who played in NBA G League, gets temporary college eligibility

Ex-Alabama player Charles Bediako, who has spent the past 2 1/2 years competing in the NBA Summer League and G League, had his college eligibility temporarily reinstated by a judge who blocked the NCAA from retaliating for his return to the 17th-ranked Tide

Crime|Education|Environment

Home schooling family just steps away from proposed Kennewick sex offender housing speaks

Home schooling family just steps away from proposed Kennewick sex offender housing speaks

Arts|Education|Opinion

Bearing witness after the witnesses are gone: How to bring Holocaust education home for a new generation

Students respond to history that feels local and personal. There are ways to do that even as Holocaust survivors pass away, one professor writes.

Education|Sports

Duke is suing its star quarterback as college football’s transfer portal shuffle breaks new ground

Duke is suing its star quarterback as college football’s transfer portal shuffle breaks new ground

Arts|Business|Economy|Education|Entertainment

In operatic dispute, Met Opera director and designers order names stripped from 'Carmen'

The production team of Bizet’s “Carmen” at the Metropolitan Opera demanded their names be removed from programs due to a restaging decision

Arts|Education|Entertainment|Europe|Lifestyle|World

Historic love letters from royals, rogues and romantics go on show at Britain's National Archives

Love letters spanning five centuries are on display at Britain’s National Archives in London

Education|Environment|Health|Lifestyle|Science

$99 lung cancer scan helps woman detect disease early

$99 lung cancer scan helps woman detect disease early

Business|Education|Election|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|US|World

Trump administration drops legal appeal over anti-DEI funding threat to schools and colleges

The Trump administration is dropping its appeal of a federal court ruling that blocked a campaign against diversity, equity, and inclusion threatening federal funding to the nation’s schools and colleges

Crime|Education|Entertainment|Lifestyle|Political

Logan's Law gains bipartisan support in Kentucky legislature after decade-long fight for justice

Logan's Law gains bipartisan support in Kentucky legislature after decade-long fight for justice

Business|Education|Environment|Lifestyle

Lake effect storm brings 20+ inches of snow to the Southtowns

Lake effect storm brings 20+ inches of snow to the Southtowns

Arts|Business|Celebrity|Education|Entertainment|Lifestyle|Travel

Everything you need to know about the 2026 Sundance Film Festival

The 42nd Sundance Film Festival kicks off this week in Park City, Utah

Crime|Education|US|World

Brown University students return to campus after deadly mass shooting

Brown University students return to campus after deadly mass shooting

Education|Entertainment|Health|Lifestyle|Sports

Brewers surprise Aurora Health Care pediatric patients with trip to spring training

Brewers surprise Aurora Health Care pediatric patients with trip to spring training

Education|Lifestyle|Sports

At just 16, St. Joe's Prep pitcher Cole Kuhn already throwing 101 mph

At just 16, St. Joe's Prep pitcher Cole Kuhn already throwing 101 mph

Education|Entertainment|Lifestyle

100-year-old man celebrates 100th day of school with great-granddaughter's class

100-year-old man celebrates 100th day of school with great-granddaughter's class

Arts|Education|Entertainment|Science

3 authors win $10,000 prizes for blending science and literature

Three authors have been awarded $10,000 prizes for blending scientific research with literary grace

Business|Economy|Education|Environment|Lifestyle|Science

From poop to potting soil: Stock Show turns animal bedding into compost

From poop to potting soil: Stock Show turns animal bedding into compost

Business|Economy|Education|Environment|Science|Technology

Despite its steep environmental costs, AI might also help save the planet

Artificial intelligence systems have big environmental costs but are also finding ways to save energy and water, cut emissions and make businesses more efficient.

Arts|Education|Entertainment

We Need Diverse Books launches Unbanned Book Network to fight school bans

We Need Diverse Books has launched the Unbanned Book Network to counteract book bans in schools and libraries

Business|Economy|Education|Environment|Health|Political|World

Federal immigration enforcement near schools disrupts attendance, traumatizes students and damages their academic performance

While federal immigrant agents need to produce a judicial warrant to enter a classroom, they can freely operate in public spaces at and around schools.

Arts|Business|Economy|Education|Opinion|Political|World

From ancient Rome to today, war-makers have talked constantly about peace

“When they make a wasteland, they call it ‘peace,‘” wrote the Roman historian Tacitus, in a turn of phrase that a classics scholar says has been relevant for centuries – including right now.

Crime|Education|World

Brown University students feeling ‘raw’ and ‘nervous’ in return to campus after mass shooting

Brown University students feeling ‘raw’ and ‘nervous’ in return to campus after mass shooting

Business|Crime|Education|Entertainment|Lifestyle

Where are they now? Netflix revisits Elizabeth Smart and key figures in her kidnapping case

Where are they now? Netflix revisits Elizabeth Smart and key figures in her kidnapping case

Education|Entertainment|Sports

Hoosiers receive hero's welcome in return to Bloomington as football national champions

The Indiana Hoosiers were ready to party Tuesday night, and hundreds of loyal fans joined them when they arrived back on campus in Bloomington

Education|Health|Science|Technology|World

NASA astronaut who was stuck at the space station for months retires within a year of returning

NASA's Suni Williams — one of two astronauts stuck for months at the International Space Station — has retired

Education|Health|Science|World

Measles elimination status ‘not really’ a concern, CDC official says

Measles elimination status ‘not really’ a concern, CDC official says

Business|Education|Entertainment|Sports|US

Duke files a lawsuit against QB Darian Mensah to enforce his contract and block a transfer

Duke has filed a lawsuit against quarterback Darian Mensah seeking to block his efforts to transfer and reach a contract with another school to play elsewhere next season

Education|Lifestyle|Sports

Curt Cignetti built a champion at Indiana with what he knew — good players from his former school

Curt Cignetti transformed Indiana's football program alongside 13 players who followed the coach from James Madison to Bloomington

Arts|Business|Education|Entertainment|Opinion|Sports

Indiana has gotten to the mountaintop. Staying there might be harder than the climb

Indiana has gotten to the mountaintop. Staying there might be harder than the climb

Business|Education|Entertainment|Lifestyle|Sports

Alberto Mendoza announces transfer from Indiana to Georgia Tech following national title

Alberto Mendoza has announced his transfer to Georgia Tech less than 24 hours after being crowned a national champion with Indiana

Business|Economy|Education|Environment|Finance|Political|US

Democrat Mikie Sherrill sworn in as New Jersey governor with defiant tone against Trump

Democrat Mikie Sherrill has been inaugurated as New Jersey's 57th governor

Africa|Americas|Asia|Crime|Education|Environment|Europe|MidEast|US

Testimony ends in Uvalde officer's trial over response to 2022 school shooting, case set for jury

Witness testimony has ended in the trial of a former Uvalde, Texas, school police officer accused of failing in his duty to stop a gunman in the critical first minutes of the 2022 Robb Elementary School attack

Education|Entertainment|Lifestyle|Sports|US

IU fans savor historic national championship moment

IU fans savor historic national championship moment

Education|Entertainment|Sports|US|World

Hoosiers win it all in historic season

The Indiana Hoosiers are the national champions of college football for the first time in the school’s history after defeating the Miami Hurricanes 27-21.

Education|Entertainment|Lifestyle

Library, parents share impacts of Dolly Parton's Imagination Library

Library, parents share impacts of Dolly Parton's Imagination Library

Education|Health

Dentist's therapy dog eases patients' anxiousness

Dentist's therapy dog eases patients' anxiousness

Education

'Access for kids to be able to read': Volunteers prep 8,000 books for local schools

'Access for kids to be able to read': Volunteers prep 8,000 books for local schools

Arts|Education|Entertainment

The full ‘Game of Thrones’ and ‘House of the Dragon’ timeline

The full ‘Game of Thrones’ and ‘House of the Dragon’ timeline

Education|Entertainment|Environment|Health|Lifestyle|US

Firefighters save dog from frozen pond in Ohio

Firefighters save dog from frozen pond in Ohio

Arts|Crime|Education|Entertainment

Community gathers to honor 16-year-old killed by stray bullet with scholarship concert

Community gathers to honor 16-year-old killed by stray bullet with scholarship concert

Education|Entertainment|Health|Sports

Harlem Globetrotters bring smiles to Blank Children's Hospital

Harlem Globetrotters bring smiles to Blank Children's Hospital

Crime|Education|Political

Youngest Freedom Rider given formal apology from city of Jackson

Youngest Freedom Rider given formal apology from city of Jackson

Education|Entertainment|Health|Lifestyle|Sports

8-year-old Arizona girl breaks powerlifting records

8-year-old Arizona girl breaks powerlifting records

Education|Environment|Science|Technology

'It's been really pretty': Stargazers gather in Placerville for glimpse of Northern Lights

'It's been really pretty': Stargazers gather in Placerville for glimpse of Northern Lights

Crime|Education|Entertainment|Health|Lifestyle|Political

Teen to plead guilty to mass shooting in Hedingham neighborhood

Teen to plead guilty to mass shooting in Hedingham neighborhood

Crime|Education|Environment|Health|World

Defense rests in former Uvalde school officer’s trial, closing arguments begin Wednesday

Defense rests in former Uvalde school officer’s trial, closing arguments begin Wednesday

Business|Education|Sports

No. 1 Indiana tops final AP Top 25 football poll of season as Big Ten's title run reaches 3 straight

Indiana is No. 1 in the final Associated Press Top 25 after finishing a 16-0 season with a victory over Miami in the College Football Playoff championship game

Crime|Education|Technology

Mom advocates for silent panic alarm technology in Tennessee schools statewide

Mom advocates for silent panic alarm technology in Tennessee schools statewide

Business|Economy|Education|Environment|US

How one donation pickup truck is fueling veterans’ support

How one donation pickup truck is fueling veterans’ support

Crime|Education|Health|Lifestyle

Grandmother pleads for help as three girls reported missing

Grandmother pleads for help as three girls reported missing

Business|Economy|Education|Environment|Health|Lifestyle|Opinion|World

The new ‘Be The People’ campaign wants to unite hundreds of millions of Americans to solve problems

A privately funded initiative called “Be The People” will try to connect hundreds of millions of Americans with efforts to solve local problems as part of a vision for the next 250 years of the United States

Education|Environment|Health|Science|Technology

Some hard-earned lessons from Detroit on how to protect the safety net for community partners in research

Stipends paid to residents had unintended consequences.

Education|Environment|Science|Technology|World

Supergiant star Betelgeuse is full of mysteries. New observations might solve the biggest one

Supergiant star Betelgeuse is full of mysteries. New observations might solve the biggest one

Arts|Business|Economy|Education|Entertainment

Opera is not dying – but it needs a second act for the streaming era

Updated management practices and monetized digital production could help opera companies rely less on subscriptions and big donors for revenue – bolstering budgets.

Education|World

Iran’s universities have long been a battleground, where protests happen and students fight for the future

Iranian universities have long been places of reform and political imagination – as well as targets of censorship and repression.

Arts|Education|Political|World

New Jersey students to learn cursive in school under new law

New Jersey students to learn cursive in school under new law

Business|Education|Opinion|Science|Technology

AI cannot automate science – a philosopher explains the uniquely human aspects of doing research

While AI can streamline certain parts of the scientific process, a philosopher argues that it cannot replace human expertise and collaboration.

Education|Environment|Science

Why Philly has so many sinkholes

Sinkholes are fairly common in Philadelphia due to aging water lines that leak or burst, causing the surrounding soil to wash away.

Education|Environment|Health|Science

The US had a record-breaking year for measles. It may be the start of a deadly comeback

The US had a record-breaking year for measles. It may be the start of a deadly comeback

Education|Health|Technology|World

British leader says ’no option off the table’ as UK considers Australia-style teen social media ban

The British government is considering banning young teenagers from social media to protect them from harmful content and excessive screen time

Business|Economy|Education|Environment|Political

Slave descendants score a victory with voters in fight to protect their Georgia island homes

Black landowners from a Georgia island community founded by freed slaves have won their latest property dispute with local officials at the ballot box

Education|Entertainment|Sports|World

Fernando Mendoza's clutch play against Miami leads undefeated Indiana to its 1st national title

Fernando Mendoza's historic season has ended with a national title

Arts|Education|Entertainment|Travel

Caltrain hosts music-fueled MLK Day celebration train from San Jose to San Francisco

Caltrain hosts music-fueled MLK Day celebration train from San Jose to San Francisco

Crime|Education|US|World

Recruiter pitches joining the military to Minneapolis high school students to protect their families from ICE

Recruiter pitches joining the military to Minneapolis high school students to protect their families from ICE

Americas|Crime|Education|World

Christian leaders urge protecting worshippers' rights after protesters interrupt service

Several faith leaders are urgently calling for protecting the rights of worshippers while also expressing compassion for migrants

Arts|Business|Education|Lifestyle|Political

The US political climate spurs efforts to reclaim the MLK holiday

Communities across the U.S. held parades, panels and service projects for the 40th anniversary of Martin Luther King Jr. Day

Education|Environment|Health|Science

Video shows cow using a brush to scratch its back in first described case of tool use in cattle

Video shows cow using a brush to scratch its back in first described case of tool use in cattle

Business|Crime|Education|Environment|Lifestyle

Sweet Beginnings urban beehives helping former prisoners build new lives

Sweet Beginnings urban beehives helping former prisoners build new lives

Crime|Education|Entertainment|Lifestyle|Sports

High school track coach and wife killed in fiery crash into home

High school track coach and wife killed in fiery crash into home

Education|Political

Activist keeping Martin Luther King Jr.'s message at Girard College alive 6 decades later

Activist keeping Martin Luther King Jr.'s message at Girard College alive 6 decades later

Business|Education|Environment

High school students help rebuild dog daycare after deadly fire

High school students help rebuild dog daycare after deadly fire

Education|Entertainment|Health|Lifestyle|Sports

Kids surfing through grief, healing one wave at a time

Kids surfing through grief, healing one wave at a time

Education|Entertainment|Health|Lifestyle|Science

Woman with rare genetic condition seeks O negative kidney donor to save her life

Woman with rare genetic condition seeks O negative kidney donor to save her life

Crime|Education|Entertainment|Health|Lifestyle|US

Stepmother reflects on boys who died in tunnel collapse

Stepmother reflects on boys who died in tunnel collapse

Business|Education|Environment|Lifestyle|Science

22-year-old Cornell grad launches nature conservancy

22-year-old Cornell grad launches nature conservancy

Arts|Education|Entertainment|Lifestyle|Sports|US

Chance Gray's family legacy adds special meaning to Coretta Scott King Classic for Ohio State guard

Getting a chance to play in the Coretta Scott King Classic has special meaning for Ohio State senior Chance Gray

Business|Education|Environment|Lifestyle|Political|Stock Markets|US|World

What's open and closed on Martin Luther King Jr. Day

Government offices, the stock market and many schools are closed Monday in observance of the Martin Luther King Jr. Day, but most businesses are open

Education|Technology

Go Caboodle: New site gives parents control over what content kids view

Go Caboodle: New site gives parents control over what content kids view

Business|Crime|Education|Environment|Lifestyle

Foxboro Disposal workers help woman recover lost family rings at transfer facility

Foxboro Disposal workers help woman recover lost family rings at transfer facility

Crime|Education|Health|Lifestyle

Deputies prevent potential disaster in Panera bathroom

Deputies prevent potential disaster in Panera bathroom

Business|Education|Entertainment|Environment|Health|Lifestyle

Woman fosters more than a dozen dogs to help with adoptions

Woman fosters more than a dozen dogs to help with adoptions

Business|Education|Entertainment|Health|Lifestyle

Omaha stroke survivor donates supplies to team that aided his recovery

Omaha stroke survivor donates supplies to team that aided his recovery

Crime|Education|Entertainment|Lifestyle|World

Police identify victim killed in deadly early-morning shooting at Lawrence bar

Police identify victim killed in deadly early-morning shooting at Lawrence bar

Economy|Education|Environment|Political|World

US Catholic cardinals urge Trump administration to embrace a moral compass in foreign policy

Three U.S. Catholic cardinals have urged the Trump administration to use a moral compass in foreign policy

Education|Environment|Science|Technology

Are there thunderstorms on Mars? A planetary scientist explains the red planet’s dry, dusty storms

A rover recently captured sounds of lightning crackling on Mars, over a decade after scientists uncovered the first evidence for electric discharges on the planet.

Arts|Education|Entertainment|Environment|Science

IMAX movie tells Ohio's environmental comeback story from burning river to top-ranked state parks

When you think IMAX, chances are your mind goes to those immersive documentaries that take you inside volcanoes, deep under oceans or to distant planets

Education|Entertainment|Lifestyle|Sports

This Miami high school’s fingerprints are all over the College Football Playoff title game

This Miami high school’s fingerprints are all over the College Football Playoff title game

Africa|Crime|Education|World

School bus crash in South Africa kills at least 13 children, police say

Authorities in South Africa say a collision between a truck and a school minibus in Gauteng province has killed at least 13 children

Education|Entertainment|Sports|US

South Carolina's Staley on playing at Coppin State: I think it's good on all fronts

Dawn Staley’s visit to Coppin State was a success for just about everyone

Arts|Education|Entertainment|Sports|World

College football's surprise: Miami and Indiana meet for a title in a matchup nobody saw coming

Indiana and Miami are playing for the national title Monday night, and if that has you scratching your head thinking “Who?”

Business|Education|Entertainment|Environment|Health|Lifestyle

Senior cats find hope as sanctuary plans take shape

Senior cats find hope as sanctuary plans take shape

Education|Health|Lifestyle

Menstrual products to be placed in MPS middle, high schools thanks to 2 juniors

Menstrual products to be placed in MPS middle, high schools thanks to 2 juniors

Arts|Crime|Education|Entertainment|Health|Lifestyle

Formerly incarcerated performers tell their stories

Formerly incarcerated performers tell their stories

Crime|Education|US

Community honors victims of Cleveland Elementary School shooting 37 years later

Community honors victims of Cleveland Elementary School shooting 37 years later

Business|Crime|Education|Health|Lifestyle

Teenager recalls moments she was hit by car: "I remember the whole thing"

Teenager recalls moments she was hit by car: "I remember the whole thing"

Education|Entertainment|Health|Lifestyle

Man spreads positivity and love with motivational signs

Man spreads positivity and love with motivational signs

Arts|Business|Crime|Economy|Education|Entertainment|Environment|Lifestyle

Philadelphia celebrates America's first volunteer fire company in "52 Weeks of Firsts"

Philadelphia celebrates America's first volunteer fire company in "52 Weeks of Firsts"

Crime|Education|Health|Political|World

Mom now wearing ankle monitor, fighting to prove U.S. citizenship after ICE deportation threat

Mom now wearing ankle monitor, fighting to prove U.S. citizenship after ICE deportation threat

Education|Entertainment|Sports

Curt Cignetti’s Hoosier revolution began under Nick Saban. The seeds were sown in 1978 by his father’s call to Saban’s wife

Curt Cignetti’s Hoosier revolution began under Nick Saban. The seeds were sown in 1978 by his father’s call to Saban’s wife

Education|Interview|Opinion|Political|US|World

Why Bernice King sees MLK Day as a 'saving grace' in today's political climate

Martin Luther King Jr.'s daughter says the holiday honoring her father's legacy is a “saving grace” amid political division

Education|Sports|World

No. 2 Iowa State loses second straight, 79-70 to Cincinnati

Day Day Thomas scored 19 points to lead Cincinnati to a 79-70 win Saturday over No. 2 Iowa State, which has lost two straight after winning its first 16 games

Arts|Crime|Economy|Education|Election|Entertainment|Environment|Finance|Health|Lifestyle|Political|Science|Sports|Technology|Travel|World

Trump’s double pardon underscores sweeping use of clemency

Trump’s double pardon underscores sweeping use of clemency

Americas|Business|Economy|Education|Environment|Europe|World

Board of Peace for Gaza is forming with ambitions for a wider mandate of other conflicts

President Donald Trump’s “Board of Peace” that was initially seen as a mechanism focused on ending the Israel-Hamas war in Gaza is taking shape with ambitions to have a far broader mandate of other global crises

Education|Entertainment|Environment|Lifestyle|Sports

'She just kept on going': School secretary hailed as hero for Helene relief efforts

'She just kept on going': School secretary hailed as hero for Helene relief efforts

Education|Europe|Political|World

Thousands rally in Serbia as students vow to continue fight against corruption

Thousands of people have rallied in Serbia as university students announced a new stage in their struggle against President Aleksandar Vucic’s government

Crime|Education|Environment|Health|Political|US

Tear gas floods a Minneapolis family's SUV after they get caught between protesters and officers

A Minneapolis couple says federal officers rolled a tear gas canister under their SUV, flooding it with toxic fumes and leaving them and several of their six children, including an infant, in need of hospital treatment

Business|Education|Sports

A champion will be crowned but college football chaos will linger beyond Indiana-Miami title game

Eligibility lawsuits, the out-of-control transfer portal, bickering over congressional legislation and the decades-old dilemma over coaches and their salaries were the steady drumbeat behind a college football season where nothing felt quite settled

Business|Crime|Education|Lifestyle

Program places Atlanta police officers in neighborhoods they patrol to reduce crime

Program places Atlanta police officers in neighborhoods they patrol to reduce crime

Business|Education|Environment|Health

Why US cities are reverting 1-way streets back to their original 2-way design

Midsize cities across the U.S. are increasingly converting one-way streets to two-way routes

Business|Crime|Economy|Education|Political

The Trump admin tried to merge DEA and ATF. After pressure, it quietly abandoned the plan

The Trump admin tried to merge DEA and ATF. After pressure, it quietly abandoned the plan

Business|Education|Entertainment|Lifestyle|Sports

From Castro’s prisons to the College Football Playoff title game: Mario Cristobal’s only-in-Miami road to football success

From Castro’s prisons to the College Football Playoff title game: Mario Cristobal’s only-in-Miami road to football success

Arts|Education|Entertainment|Lifestyle

Letter writing enjoys a revival as fans seek connection and a break from screen time

As screens blur the line between work and home, some people are slowing down and disconnecting by looking to communication devices from the past

Education|Environment|Europe|Health|Lifestyle|World

Bonfires, dancing, pets: How Ukrainians are staying warm during the toughest winter in years

Bonfires, dancing, pets: How Ukrainians are staying warm during the toughest winter in years

Business|Economy|Education|Environment|Health

Meet the Los Angeles Fire Department crew tasked with protecting communities from the next wildfire disaster

Meet the Los Angeles Fire Department crew tasked with protecting communities from the next wildfire disaster

Economy|Education|Finance

Trump administration delays plan to withhold wages for student loan borrowers in default

The Trump administration is delaying its plans to withhold pay from student loan borrowers who default on their payments, backing off a measure that threatened to deliver a financial blow to millions of Americans

Education|Entertainment|Travel|World

'A homage to veterans': Preserving 250 years of service, one story at a time

'A homage to veterans': Preserving 250 years of service, one story at a time

Crime|Education|Environment|Lifestyle|US

Van narrowly escapes train collision in Iowa

Van narrowly escapes train collision in Iowa

Business|Crime|Education|Environment|Health|Lifestyle

California protester left blind in one eye is among string of violent run-ins with federal agents

A Southern California college student who says he was blinded in one eye by a projectile fired by a federal officer during a protest says he no longer has depth perception and lost the ability to drive

Education|Entertainment

WATCH: Alhambra educator receives $25K award for accomplishments

WATCH: Alhambra educator receives $25K award for accomplishments

Business|Economy|Education|Environment|Lifestyle|Opinion|Political

12 ways the Trump administration dismantled civil rights law and the foundations of inclusive democracy in its first year

At its one-year mark, the Trump administration is dismantling the systems that once helped the US move toward a more open and equal democracy.

Crime|Education|Environment|Health

9-year-old boy honored by fire department after saving family from fire

9-year-old boy honored by fire department after saving family from fire

Education|Health|Lifestyle|Sports

Former national champion wrestler inspires youth through Florida wrestling program

Former national champion wrestler inspires youth through Florida wrestling program

Americas|Business|Crime|Economy|Education|Election|Environment|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|US|World

Local leaders chime in after reports of ICE touring south Kansas City locations for possible detention center

Local leaders chime in after reports of ICE touring south Kansas City locations for possible detention center

Education|Entertainment|Lifestyle|Sports

No. 1 Indiana looking for a storybook ending to complete this real-life Hollywood script at Miami

Long before Angelo Pizzo penned the scripts for two of America’s most iconic sports movies, he and his father would make the one-block walk from their home to Indiana’s football stadium

Crime|Education|Environment|Health|Lifestyle

Community mourns Florida teens killed in sand tunnel collapse, organ donation brings hope

Community mourns Florida teens killed in sand tunnel collapse, organ donation brings hope

Education|Political|World

The Education Department is opening fewer sexual violence investigations as Trump dismantles it

The Education Department is opening fewer sexual violence investigations at schools and universities

Arts|Education|Entertainment|Environment|Science|Technology

Community unites to sustainably restore Santa Cruz's iconic blue whale skeleton

Community unites to sustainably restore Santa Cruz's iconic blue whale skeleton

Education|Entertainment|Sports

The road back to title contention was long for Miami. The Hurricanes have finally broken through

Miami has made a remarkable comeback in college football

Business|Economy|Education|Environment|Science|Technology

Colorado ranchers and consumers can team up to make beef supply chains more sustainable

Beef is a source of complete protein for humans, but its production results in greenhouse gas emissions.

Economy|Education|Environment|Health|Opinion|World

International aid groups are dealing with the pain of slashed USAID funding by cutting staff, localizing and coordinating better

Doing more with less may not be sustainable for an exhausted workforce over the long term.

Education|Environment|Health|Science|Technology

Raccoons break into liquor stores, scale skyscrapers and pick locks – studying their clever brains can clarify human intelligence, too

Trash pandas’ talent for escaping via lab vents may frustrate researchers, but their problem-solving skills make their brains a fascinating area of research.

Arts|Education|Lifestyle|Science|Technology

Deep reading can boost your critical thinking and help you resist misinformation – here’s how to build the skill

Reading comprehension scores are tanking, and fewer Americans are picking up books. But practicing deep reading can help you process content more carefully and keep you from falling for misinformation.

Business|Education|Technology|World

Social media platforms removed 4.7 million accounts after Australia banned them for children

Social media companies have revoked access to about 4.7 million accounts identified as belonging to children in Australia

Business|Crime|Education|Environment|Health|Lifestyle

New team of formerly incarcerated and unhoused responders helps homeless community

New team of formerly incarcerated and unhoused responders helps homeless community

Business|Economy|Education|Environment|Political

Senators worry that US Postal Service changes could disenfranchise voters who cast ballots by mail

A group of U.S. senators is voicing concern over U.S. Postal Service processing changes and what those could mean for voting with mail ballots

Business|Education|Lifestyle|Sports

Jason Kidd leans into youth baseball the same way the Mavs coach did with girls basketball

Jason Kidd had to choose basketball over baseball 30-plus years ago when it became clear the whiz kid of a point guard would be one of the top picks in the NBA draft

Business|Crime|Education|Sports|World

NCAA basketball players and gamblers are charged for allegedly rigging games

Federal prosecutors are investigating a major betting scheme involving NCAA and Chinese Basketball Association games

Business|Education|Environment|Lifestyle|Science

Is it time to tear down the aging SF Zoo? A campaign to replace it with an ecological park has begun

Is it time to tear down the aging SF Zoo? A campaign to replace it with an ecological park has begun

Education|Entertainment|Sports

Bully ball: Top-ranked Arizona manhandling opponents during undefeated start

Arizona has become the bully on the block

Business|Economy|Education|Environment|Political|World

UN chief lashes out at countries violating international law

The United Nations chief is lashing out at countries that violate international law and calling the concentration of power and wealth by the world’s richest 1% “morally indefensible.”

Arts|Crime|Economy|Education|Entertainment|Europe|Finance|Lifestyle|Political|US

FBI searches home of Washington Post reporter, seizes phone and two computers

Last month, Washington Post reporter Hannah Natanson penned a first-person piece about her long year as “the federal government whisperer,” receiving tips from hundreds of federal workers impacted by President Donald Trump’s transformation of the government. On Wednesday morning, FBI agents arrived at Natanson’s home and executed a search warrant. CNN's Katelyn Polantz reports.

Economy|Education|Health|Opinion|Science

China’s new condom tax will prove no effective barrier to country’s declining fertility rate

The Asian giant is grappling with a dramatic population decline, with a fertility rate of 1.0, well below the 2.1 replacement rate.

Arts|Business|Education|Entertainment|Lifestyle

Former Universal chair David Linde named CEO of Sundance Institute

David Linde, former chairman of Universal Pictures and CEO of Participant Media, has been named CEO of the Sundance Institute

Crime|Education|Health|Lifestyle

Elementary school principal charged with DUI, open container violation after crash, police say

Elementary school principal charged with DUI, open container violation after crash, police say

Crime|Education|US

Students charged after multiple guns found inside high school, officials say

Students charged after multiple guns found inside high school, officials say

Business|Education|Sports|US

Breakthrough Women Fast Facts: Business, Education, US Government and Sports

Breakthrough Women Fast Facts: Business, Education, US Government and Sports

Education|Entertainment|Sports

Carson Beck's college career set to end when Miami faces Indiana in College Football Playoff finale

Carson Beck's college football journey ends Monday night in the national championship game

Education|Environment|Science|Technology

Fossil analysis changes what paleontologists know about how long T. rex took to grow full size

Fossil analysis changes what paleontologists know about how long T. rex took to grow full size

Crime|Education|Health|Technology|World

'I never seen online grooming like this': Tampa trafficking expert warns parents

'I never seen online grooming like this': Tampa trafficking expert warns parents

Business|Education|Science|Technology

4 astronauts depart Space Station in NASA's first medical evacuation

Former NASA Astronaut Leroy Chiao joins The Lead.

Crime|Education|Entertainment|Health|Lifestyle|World

'I killed Daddy': 11-year-old boy shoots father after Nintendo Switch was taken away, courts docs say

'I killed Daddy': 11-year-old boy shoots father after Nintendo Switch was taken away, courts docs say

Education|Environment|Science|World

Prehistoric wolf’s gut frozen in time reveals an ice age giant

Prehistoric wolf’s gut frozen in time reveals an ice age giant

Education

Oklahoma elementary school jumps two letter grades on State Report Card: How they did it

Oklahoma elementary school jumps two letter grades on State Report Card: How they did it

Education|Health|Lifestyle|Sports

High school basketball coach fights cancer while leading undefeated team

High school basketball coach fights cancer while leading undefeated team

Business|Economy|Education|Environment|Science|World

How mountain terraces have helped Indigenous peoples live with climate uncertainty

As climate extremes intensify, adaptation debates favor new technologies. Terraces in the Philippines and Morocco show how people modified their landscapes to respond to past climate shifts.

Education|Opinion|Science

One cure for sour feelings about politics − getting people to love their hometowns

Fostering a sense of pride in local communities increases citizen participation, including, at a bare minimum, voting in municipal elections.

Education|Environment|Science|Technology

Science is best communicated through identity and culture – how researchers are ensuring STEM serves their communities

Scientists have traditionally focused on educating the public on science or correcting misinformation. But researchers from marginalized communities often have broader goals in science communication.

Arts|Education|Entertainment|Lifestyle|MidEast|World

Rachel Goldberg-Polin's memoir recounts her journey after her son's abduction by Hamas

Rachel Goldberg-Polin, known for her advocacy for hostages abducted by Hamas-led militants, has a memoir coming out this spring

Education|Entertainment|Lifestyle|Sports|World

This 9-year-old escaped war in Ukraine. Now in the US, she’s tipped to be a future tennis superstar

This 9-year-old escaped war in Ukraine. Now in the US, she’s tipped to be a future tennis superstar

Business|Education|Entertainment|Lifestyle|Sports

Tiger Woods celebrates 30th year of foundation and gets $20M grant from Arthur Blank

Tiger Woods is celebrating 30 years of his TGR Foundation with a big gift

Business|Education|Entertainment|Sports

Braden Smith leads 2nd-half charge in No. 5 Purdue's 79-72 comeback victory over Iowa

Braden Smith scored all 16 of his points in the second half and tied the Big Ten record for assists in conference play, and No. 5 Purdue overcame a nine-point to beat Iowa 79-72 on Wednesday night

Education|Food|Health

Whole milk now allowed in school lunches as Trump signs bill reversing limits

Whole milk now allowed in school lunches as Trump signs bill reversing limits

Arts|Education|Environment|Science|World

US military has a long history in Greenland, from mining during WWII to a nuclear-powered Army base built into the ice

History also shows that many of the fanciful engineering ideas for Greenland failed because they misjudged the island’s harsh climate and dynamic ice sheet.

Crime|Education|Entertainment|Lifestyle

Au pair testifies she flipped on Brendan Banfield because she felt guilty about the killings of his wife and another man

Au pair testifies she flipped on Brendan Banfield because she felt guilty about the killings of his wife and another man

Business|Economy|Education|Environment|Science|Technology

NTSB investigators pinpoint failed aircraft part from UPS crash last year

NTSB investigators pinpoint failed aircraft part from UPS crash last year

Business|Education|Sports

'Time to stick out your neck,' college CEO tells schools on contract that regulates paying players

The head of the new regulatory body for college sports said “if there was a time to stick out your neck, it’s now,” in urging schools to sign an agreement sent out nearly two months ago pledging to abide by new rules that govern how they pay players

Education|Food|Health|Science

Trump signs a law returning whole milk to school lunches

Whole milk is heading back to school lunch cafeterias

Crime|Education|Health|Lifestyle|World

18-year-old day care employee confessed to "intentionally suffocating" infant boy, police say

18-year-old day care employee confessed to "intentionally suffocating" infant boy, police say

Arts|Business|Education|Political|US

Smithsonian hands over documents as its leader tries to balance ‘principle and pragmatism’ in facing White House demands

Smithsonian hands over documents as its leader tries to balance ‘principle and pragmatism’ in facing White House demands

Education|Health|Lifestyle

Mother gives birth to baby with fatal birth defect to donate organs

Mother gives birth to baby with fatal birth defect to donate organs

Arts|Celebrity|Education|Entertainment

Actor Michael Keaton is named Man of the Year by Harvard's Hasty Pudding Theatricals

Actor Michael Keaton has been named 2026 Man of the Year by Harvard University’s Hasty Pudding Theatricals

Business|Economy|Education|Health|Political|Science|World

Hundreds of laid-off researchers at US workplace safety center are being reinstated

Federal officials are reinstating hundreds of U.S. health workers who were laid off last year from a small health agency that aims to protect workers

Education|Technology

YouTube will let parents stop their teens from endlessly scrolling short videos

YouTube will let parents stop their teens from endlessly scrolling short videos

Crime|Education|US|World

Word of the Week: Who gets called an ‘agitator’?

Word of the Week: Who gets called an ‘agitator’?

Education|Entertainment|Environment|Lifestyle

Trent Cares: Teen turns lifelong passion into nonprofit to help kids help others

Trent Cares: Teen turns lifelong passion into nonprofit to help kids help others

Crime|Education|Health|Lifestyle|Political

Milwaukee father charged with locking 6 kids in storage testifies at his own trial

Milwaukee father charged with locking 6 kids in storage testifies at his own trial

Economy|Education|Environment|Health|Political|World

Trump administration restores federal funding for family planning after ACLU lawsuit

Reproductive rights advocates have dropped a lawsuit against the Trump administration after officials agreed to restore millions in federal funding for family planning services

Business|Economy|Education|Health|World

Gates Foundation unveils $9 billion budget and plans to cut staff

The Gates Foundation plans to spend a record $9 billion in 2026, focusing on global health and other key areas

Education|Sports

Miami's Columbus High will have some CFP champions on Monday night, no matter what happens

Classes at Christopher Columbus High School in Miami are canceled Tuesday

Crime|Education|Entertainment|Health|Lifestyle

"I don't deserve to be locked up': Man convicted in stabbing maintains self-defense argument during sentencing

"I don't deserve to be locked up': Man convicted in stabbing maintains self-defense argument during sentencing

Crime|Education|US

Teacher tells court she saw officer accused of failing to delay Uvalde school massacre: ‘He just stayed there’

Teacher tells court she saw officer accused of failing to delay Uvalde school massacre: ‘He just stayed there’

Education|Health|Science

Patches of low vaccination in the US are becoming bigger, riskier holes

Patches of low vaccination in the US are becoming bigger, riskier holes

Crime|Education|Health|Lifestyle

Woman finds success after prison as Georgia faces nation's highest incarceration rate

Woman finds success after prison as Georgia faces nation's highest incarceration rate

Business|Education|Environment|Food|Lifestyle

Fields to fajitas: The partnership changing school meals in Boyle County

Fields to fajitas: The partnership changing school meals in Boyle County

Business|Economy|Education|Environment|Opinion|Political|Science|Technology

Searching reporters’ homes, suing journalists and repressing citizen dissent are well-known steps toward autocracy

President Donald Trump’s threats against independent media and free speech look a lot like the actions of autocrats elsewhere intent on undermining the institutions meant to keep them in check.

Business|Education|Environment|Health|Lifestyle

'End of life doula' helps make death less scary for families

'End of life doula' helps make death less scary for families

Crime|Education|Health|Lifestyle|Technology

Teens film and provoke man at Home Depot in viral video attempt

Teens film and provoke man at Home Depot in viral video attempt

Education|Health

Teen saves his brother’s life thanks to a lesson he learned in middle school

Teen saves his brother’s life thanks to a lesson he learned in middle school

Education|Environment|Science|Technology

Climate engineering would alter the oceans, reshaping marine life – new study examines each method’s risks

Some methods being tried to counter climate change shift the ocean’s biology or chemistry. Others would deflect solar radiation. All have consequences for marine life.

Education|Interview|Sports

Through coaching rise, Tomlin left mark on Hampton Roads

Through coaching rise, Tomlin left mark on Hampton Roads

Business|Economy|Education|Environment|Finance|Health|Lifestyle|Science|Stock Markets|Technology|US

Could ChatGPT convince you to buy something? Threat of manipulation looms as AI companies gear up to sell ads

AI companies are gearing up to follow the social media model of monetizing their platforms through advertising. The danger for consumers with AI goes beyond data privacy to covert manipulation.

Arts|Business|Economy|Education|Entertainment

Min Jin Lee's 'Pachinko' follow-up, 'American Hagwon,' will explore Korean education obsession

Min Jin Lee's new novel, “American Hagwon,” explores why Koreans are so focused on education

Education|Opinion

There’s an intensifying kind of threat to academic freedom – watchful students serving as informants

Restricting academic freedom is often thought of in terms of universities telling professors what they can and cannot do or teach. But that isn’t the only scenario.

Crime|Education|Sports|Technology|World

A baseball player and honor student: What we know about the teen who confessed to burning Mississippi’s oldest synagogue

A baseball player and honor student: What we know about the teen who confessed to burning Mississippi’s oldest synagogue

Business|Economy|Education|Environment|Finance|Health|Lifestyle|Political|Stock Markets|US|World

Maui braces for possible end to FEMA rental assistance and more housing strain for fire survivors

Nearly 1,000 households displaced by wildfires on the Hawaiian island of Maui in 2023 are anxiously awaiting news on federal assistance

Education|Health|Political|Sports

Kavanaugh and Roberts are already looking ahead to the next major transgender controversy

Kavanaugh and Roberts are already looking ahead to the next major transgender controversy

Arts|Crime|Education|Environment|Lifestyle|Political|Sports|World

New documents shed light on Renee Good’s ties to ICE monitoring efforts in Minneapolis

New documents shed light on Renee Good’s ties to ICE monitoring efforts in Minneapolis

Education|Entertainment|Sports

Kansas hands No. 2 Iowa State its 1st loss of the season with dominant 84-63 win at Allen Fieldhouse

Kansas has handed Iowa State its first loss of the season, winning 84-63 on Tuesday night

Business|Crime|Education|Entertainment|Political|World

Claudette Colvin, who refused to move seats on a bus at start of civil rights movement, dies at 86

Civil rights pioneer Claudette Colvin has died

Education|Health|Interview|Political|Sports

'This is not fair': Fmr college athlete involved in SCOTUS case on trans athletes offers her perspective

As the Supreme Court of the United States hears arguments in blockbuster cases challenging transgender sports bans, CNN's Brianna Keilar speaks with Madison Kenyon, a former college athlete who is involved in one of the cases before the court, and Kristen Waggoner, President & CEO of Alliance Defending Freedom.

Education|Health|Political|Sports

Takeaways from Supreme Court arguments on transgender athletes

Takeaways from Supreme Court arguments on transgender athletes

Business|Crime|Education|Political

Georgia lawmakers move to strike Savannah ban on guns in unlocked cars

Georgia lawmakers are moving to void a Savannah ordinance that fines or jails people for leaving guns in unlocked cars

Education|Health|Political|Sports|World

Supreme Court seems likely to uphold state bans on transgender athletes in girls and women's sports

The Supreme Court seems likely to uphold state laws barring transgender girls and women from playing on school athletic teams

Arts|Crime|Education|Environment|Lifestyle|World

What we know about the alleged arson at Mississippi’s largest and oldest synagogue

What we know about the alleged arson at Mississippi’s largest and oldest synagogue

Crime|Education|US

Jurors hear school police officer talk of ‘mistake’ before Uvalde shooting

Jurors hear school police officer talk of ‘mistake’ before Uvalde shooting

Business|Crime|Education|Entertainment|Lifestyle

Firefighters from same Cincinnati Fire Academy class both promoted to second-highest rank 27 years later

Firefighters from same Cincinnati Fire Academy class both promoted to second-highest rank 27 years later

Economy|Education|Environment|Political|World

Why are there mass protests in Iran, and could the US get involved?

Why are there mass protests in Iran, and could the US get involved?

Crime|Education|Health|Lifestyle

Mobile care van brings services to Brooklyn residents on pretrial supervised release

Mobile care van brings services to Brooklyn residents on pretrial supervised release

Arts|Education|Lifestyle|Sports

Mario Cristobal's path back to Miami was forged by family. He has Miami on the cusp of a CFP title

Mario Cristobal, head coach at the University of Miami, has brought the Hurricanes back to the national spotlight

Arts|Education|Entertainment|Health|Lifestyle

Art program helps people with disabilities discover hidden talents

Art program helps people with disabilities discover hidden talents

Crime|Education|Environment|Health|Lifestyle|US

Her son was killed skateboarding home. Now she hands out reflective vests.

Her son was killed skateboarding home. Now she hands out reflective vests.

Crime|Education|Entertainment|Health|Lifestyle

Parents of student who was shot thank his friend who didn't survive for saving their boy

Parents of student who was shot thank his friend who didn't survive for saving their boy

Arts|Business|Economy|Education|Environment|Finance|Lifestyle|Technology

Louisville Tool Library helps neighbors save money by sharing resources

Louisville Tool Library helps neighbors save money by sharing resources

Education

Vermont's first "Kid Governor" sworn into office

Vermont's first "Kid Governor" sworn into office

Business|Crime|Education|Lifestyle

Families want answers after more than 100 skeletons found in home

Families want answers after more than 100 skeletons found in home

Education|Health|Science|Technology

High-tech beanie helps to soothe NICU babies

High-tech beanie helps to soothe NICU babies

Business|Crime|Education|Entertainment|Lifestyle

They were robbed and nearly carjacked, then the women did something unexpected

They were robbed and nearly carjacked, then the women did something unexpected

Business|Crime|Education|Entertainment|Lifestyle

Who are Pittsburgh's lemonade twins? Social media posts raise concerns.

Who are Pittsburgh's lemonade twins? Social media posts raise concerns.

Arts|Economy|Education|Political|Science

Martin Luther King Jr. was ahead of his time in pushing for universal basic income

The policy of providing guaranteed cash incomes has gained momentum in recent years. This tool to tackle inequality has the potential to address racial resentment.

Crime|Education|Health

Special needs students allegedly given hot sauce by teacher as discipline

Special needs students allegedly given hot sauce by teacher as discipline

Business|Education|Entertainment|Environment|Lifestyle|Sports

Exceptional teens become Boy Scout troop's first female Eagle Scouts

Exceptional teens become Boy Scout troop's first female Eagle Scouts

Arts|Crime|Education|Entertainment|US

Photographer worked with & mentored Renee Good, ODU alumna killed by ICE

Photographer worked with & mentored Renee Good, ODU alumna killed by ICE

Education|Environment|Science|Technology

Research institutions tout the value of scholarship that crosses disciplines – but academia pushes interdisciplinary researchers out

Researchers who focus on one specialty are more likely to rise through the academic ranks, even though wicked societal problems require crosscutting work to solve.

Business|Economy|Education

Small businesses say they aren’t planning to hire many recent graduates for entry-level jobs – here’s why

College students should be more intentional when preparing for the job market, and could consider internships and short-term jobs to help them get ahead.

Education|Science|Technology

Rural areas have darker skies but fewer resources for students interested in astronomy – telescopes in schools can help

Stargazing can stimulate an interest in space in kids and lead to a passion for science. But rural schools often lack the resources to nurture these interests.

Economy|Education|Environment|Finance|Health

Nearly half of Detroit seniors spend at least 30% of their income on housing costs − even as real estate values fall

Detroit seniors pay more in homeowner’s insurance, utilities and property tax, and those on fixed incomes can struggle to make ends meet.

Crime|Education|US|World

FBI: Arson suspect admitted to starting fire at Mississippi’s largest synagogue ‘due to building’s Jewish ties’

FBI: Arson suspect admitted to starting fire at Mississippi’s largest synagogue ‘due to building’s Jewish ties’

Crime|Education|US

Uvalde teacher who survived class shooting testifies he saw 'black shadow with a gun'

A teacher who survived the 2022 shooting inside a Robb Elementary school classroom in Uvalde, Texas, told a jury the attack began with a “black shadow” with a gun walking inside

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FBI says arson suspect targeted Mississippi synagogue because it's a Jewish house of worship

The FBI says that an arson suspect admitted to targeting a historic Mississippi synagogue because it's a Jewish house of worship

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The Trevor Project receives $45M from MacKenzie Scott after difficult years and federal funding cuts

The nonprofit Trevor Project received a $45 million gift from billionaire MacKenzie Scott at the end of 2025

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Beshear: Focusing on everyday concerns is key for Democrats vying for governorships

Democrats are looking to expand their hold on the nation's governorships in the midterm elections in November

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More than 100,000 El Paso, Texas residents left with little to no water after main break

Officials say over 100,000 residents in the Texas border city of El Paso were left with little to no water after a main break over the weekend, and it was expected to take till mid-week for operations to return to normal

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College watchdog group rejected 500-plus NIL deals worth nearly $15 million, but cleared many more

The College Sports Commission has rejected nearly $15 million in name, image, likeness agreements since it started evaluating them over the summer, representing more than 10% of the value of all the deals it has analyzed and closed

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Thousands of nurses go on strike at several major New York City hospitals

Thousands of nurses at several major New York City hospitals have gone on strike

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Birds at a college changed beak shapes during the pandemic. It might be a case of rapid evolution

Birds at a college changed beak shapes during the pandemic. It might be a case of rapid evolution

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Judge orders HHS to restore funding for children's health programs as lawsuit continues

A federal judge has ordered the Trump administration to restore nearly $12 million in funding to the American Academy of Pediatrics

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Young Americans are increasingly rejecting the Democratic and Republican parties, a new poll shows

New polling from Gallup shows that Americans are increasingly identifying as political independents and rejecting the labels of the two major political parties

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Mary Peltola, barrier-breaking ex-Alaska congresswoman, is challenging Dan Sullivan in Senate race

Democratic former U.S. Rep. Mary Peltola announces her challenge against Republican Sen. Dan Sullivan in this year's midterm elections

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Dad leads community effort against rising airplane noise in neighborhoods

Dad leads community effort against rising airplane noise in neighborhoods

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Teacher relives the day all his students were killed in Uvalde massacre for officer’s trial

Teacher relives the day all his students were killed in Uvalde massacre for officer’s trial

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Mother honors son’s legacy after he was killed days before Christmas

Mother honors son’s legacy after he was killed days before Christmas

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'Labor of love': Dance teacher retires after 55 years

'Labor of love': Dance teacher retires after 55 years

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High school senior helps tackle food insecurity with meal kits

High school senior helps tackle food insecurity with meal kits

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20-year-old pilot inspires with his audacity to dream big

20-year-old pilot inspires with his audacity to dream big

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'He was apologetic, terrified, super scared': Oklahoma boy found safe after going missing for 9 days

'He was apologetic, terrified, super scared': Oklahoma boy found safe after going missing for 9 days

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Stray dog mysteriously visits same grave daily at cemetery

Stray dog mysteriously visits same grave daily at cemetery

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100-year-old WWII veteran reunited with dog tags lost for more than 80 years

100-year-old WWII veteran reunited with dog tags lost for more than 80 years

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Police chaplains support officers and their families cope with trauma

Police chaplains support officers and their families cope with trauma

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Mattel unveils autistic Barbie

Mattel has unveiled its first autistic Barbie doll, featuring sensory-friendly accessories and design details aimed at better representing neurodivergent experiences. The release follows other inclusive Barbies, including dolls representing blindness, Down’s syndrome and Type 1 diabetes.

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Teen cycles across Florida to support people with disabilities

Teen cycles across Florida to support people with disabilities

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Financial case for college remains strong, but universities need to add creative thinking to their curriculum

The cost of college is on the rise – but college grads still earn more than those without a degree.

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Mattel adds an autistic Barbie to doll line devoted to showcasing diversity and inclusion

An autistic Barbie is joining Mattel's line of fashion dolls that's intended to celebrate diversity

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Venezuela’s oil industry has flailed under government control – Mexico and Brazil have had more success with nationalizing

US oil companies have never stopped investing and operating in Venezuela’s petroleum industry, despite many changes in the terms of their engagement.

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Trump lawsuits seek to muzzle media, posing serious threat to free press

The president has sued multiple media companies. He may care less about winning in court than intimidating news outlets, suggest two media scholars.

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Autism advocates celebrate release of ‘magical’ first-ever Barbie on the spectrum

Autism advocates celebrate release of ‘magical’ first-ever Barbie on the spectrum

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Since the Supreme Court protected transgender people from discrimination, ‘The backlash has been brutal’

Since the Supreme Court protected transgender people from discrimination, ‘The backlash has been brutal’

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This teen was targeted by deepfake nudes. She hopes new training course will help future victims

This teen was targeted by deepfake nudes. She hopes new training course will help future victims

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Suspect arrested on suspicion of arson after a fire damages a historic Mississippi synagogue

Authorities have taken a person into custody after a fire heavily damaged a historic synagogue in Mississippi

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Former New Jersey acting governor Richard Codey dies at 79

Longtime New Jersey legislator and former acting governor Richard “Dick” Codey has died

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Rock thrown at school bus on New Jersey Turnpike, child seriously injured, police say

Rock thrown at school bus on New Jersey Turnpike, child seriously injured, police say

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A group is teaching residents about rights they have during ICE interactions. Here's how.

A group is teaching residents about rights they have during ICE interactions. Here's how.

Education|Environment

Bison return to Illinois prairies after nearly 200 years

Bison return to Illinois prairies after nearly 200 years

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Settler violence in the Jordan Valley expels Palestinians from one of the few towns left standing

Families from one of the few remaining Palestinian Bedouin villages in the dusty corridor between Ramallah and Jericho packed up and prepared to flee their homes Sunday, saying harassment by Jewish settlers living in unauthorized outposts nearby had grown unbearable

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Students with physical disabilities get special send-off before attending Community College of Philadelphia

Students with physical disabilities get special send-off before attending Community College of Philadelphia

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Video shows New York school monitor save choking first grader. It's his third cafeteria rescue.

Video shows New York school monitor save choking first grader. It's his third cafeteria rescue.

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What 4 videos left by the suspected shooter at Brown University and of an MIT professor confirm – and still don’t answer

What 4 videos left by the suspected shooter at Brown University and of an MIT professor confirm – and still don’t answer

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Pope Leo baptizes 20 infants in a tradition marking the end of the Christmas season

Pope Leo XIV has baptized 20 babies in the Sistine Chapel, continuing an annual tradition marking the end of the Christmas holiday at the Vatican

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This high school sophomore is aiming for a Supreme Court upset in transgender sports case

This high school sophomore is aiming for a Supreme Court upset in transgender sports case

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Transgender teen athlete in a Supreme Court fight knows the upcoming sports season could be her last

Becky Pepper-Jackson is a 15-year-old in West Virginia who knows the upcoming sports season could be her last

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Milan’s Catholic archdiocese brings Olympic values into parish life

As Milan prepares to host the 2026 Winter Olympics, the city’s Catholic archdiocese launched a multi-year program that uses sport to promote values such as inclusion and solidarity among children and adolescents

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Death toll in violence surrounding protests challenging Iran's theocracy reaches 116, activists say

Activists say the death toll in nationwide protests challenging Iran's theocracy has reached at least 116 people killed

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Vanderbilt lone program in nation with both men, women still perfect at 16-0 apiece

Memorial Magic is back in a very big way for Vanderbilt with the Southeastern Conference’s only private university as the nation’s only program with both its men’s and women’s teams still undefeated

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Kermit the Frog statue arrives at new home at Atlanta's Center for Puppetry Arts

Kermit the Frog statue arrives at new home at Atlanta's Center for Puppetry Arts

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It's Indiana and Miami in a college-football title matchup that once seemed impossible

It looked improbable two months ago

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VR headsets are 'hope machines' inside California prisons, offering escape and practical experience

Prisoners are now taking regular trips to far-flung, exotic locales such as Thailand

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Trump administration can’t block child care money for 5 Democratic-led states for now, judge says

A judge has ruled that President Donald Trump’s administration cannot block child care and other federal social service money from flowing to five states for now

Education|Sports|World

Indiana is no longer the underdog after stomping Alabama and Oregon. They’re not taking their foot off the gas just yet

Indiana is no longer the underdog after stomping Alabama and Oregon. They’re not taking their foot off the gas just yet

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Economist: Hiring is ‘very, very slow’ in the US

Milken Institute chief economist William Lee breaks down job-finding expectations ahead of the release of the final US jobs report of 2025.

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WNBA and players' union fail to reach new CBA, negotiations continue without extension

The WNBA and its players’ union weren’t able to agree to a new collective bargaining agreement by the Friday night deadline, and now the league enters a “status-quo” period with no new extension reached

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National championship game will be a homecoming for Indiana QB Fernando Mendoza

Indiana is headed to its first national championship game after beating Oregon 56-22 in the Peach Bowl

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College enforcement group voices 'serious concerns' with spiraling transfer portal

A transfer portal spiraling out of control prompted the new regulatory body for college sports to issue a memo to athletic directors saying it has “serious concerns” about some of the multimillion-dollar contracts being offered to players

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Minneapolis schools offer remote learning as tensions rise over federal immigration enforcement

The Minneapolis school system will offer families the option of remote learning for a month

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Trial begins for Stanford students for occupying offices in pro-Palestinian protest

Opening statements began Friday in the trial of five current and former Stanford students who overtook a university building during 2024 pro-Palestine protests

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The NCAA has denied Ole Miss QB Trinidad Chambliss' eligibility waiver. Rebels plan to appeal

The NCAA has denied Mississippi’s request to extend the eligibility of Trinidad Chambliss

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Miami's rise under Cristobal takes the Hurricanes home to play for a national title

Mario Cristobal's goal when he was hired at his alma mater was to recreate the winning culture at Miami

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Shawn Johnson East speaks out on protecting babies from RSV

Shawn Johnson East speaks out on protecting babies from RSV

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High school student raises money for hospital after health journey

High school student raises money for hospital after health journey

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Authorities urgently searching for missing 12-year-old Oklahoma boy a week after he was last seen

Authorities urgently searching for missing 12-year-old Oklahoma boy a week after he was last seen

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Rescued horses recover in Dorset after several were found stuck in their stalls

Rescued horses recover in Dorset after several were found stuck in their stalls

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5-year-old Standish boy killed by school bus was dragged and run over, NTSB says

5-year-old Standish boy killed by school bus was dragged and run over, NTSB says

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The transfer portal era and pursuit of NIL money are messy. Are there solutions?

College football is facing chaos with players frequently transferring and legal battles over NIL deals

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The 6-7 craze offered a brief window into the hidden world of children

From Pig Latin to Punch Buggy, kids have long used nonsensical language, gestures and games to carve out cultures of their own.

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US economy added 50,000 jobs in December, capping off one of the weakest years of job gains in decades

US economy added 50,000 jobs in December, capping off one of the weakest years of job gains in decades

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George Washington’s foreign policy was built on respect for other nations and patient consideration of future burdens

For the nation’s first president, friendliness was strategy, not concession: the republic would treat other nations with civility in order to remain independent of their appetites and quarrels.

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Three young men attempt world-record train ride to show Atlanta's transit is reliable

Three young men attempt world-record train ride to show Atlanta's transit is reliable

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‘Shared decision-making’ for childhood vaccines sounds empowering – but it may mean less access for families already stretched thin

Doctor’s visits are already rushed. Adding extra steps means some children, especially those from low-income families, simply won’t get the vaccines they should.

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Live healthier in 2026 by breathing cleaner air at home

An atmospheric chemist offers quick, easy and inexpensive suggestions to reduce indoor air pollution.

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Americans have had their mail-in ballots counted after Election Day for generations − a Supreme Court ruling could end the practice

29 states allow mail-in ballots postmarked by Election Day to be counted days after an election. A case before the Supreme Court could take that decision away from the states.

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Why the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette’s closure exposes a growing threat to democracy

When reputable local news outlets close, fewer people vote and get involved in local politics, and misinformation, corruption and polarization increase.

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Meth inflames and stimulates your brain through similar pathways – new research offers potential avenue to treat meth addiction

Researchers identified a key molecule that highlights how the immune system is linked to the release of dopamine.

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Superheavy-lift rockets like SpaceX’s Starship could transform astronomy by making space telescopes cheaper

NASA, SpaceX and Blue Origin have all successfully launched superheavy-lift rockets. These massive vehicles are designed to carry a much heavier load.

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College football’s calendar chaos runs square into the biggest games of the season

College football’s calendar chaos runs square into the biggest games of the season

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Judge halts Trump freeze of social assistance and child care funds in five Democrat-led states, for now

Judge halts Trump freeze of social assistance and child care funds in five Democrat-led states, for now

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Washington QB Demond Williams Jr. announces he will return to Huskies, won't enter transfer portal

Washington quarterback Demond Williams Jr. will return to the Huskies for the 2026 season rather than enter the transfer portal

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Newsom punches back at California's critics and Trump in his final State of the State speech

California Gov. Gavin Newsom has delivered his final State of the State address to lawmakers in Sacramento

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Some dogs can expand their vocabulary by eavesdropping on their owners

A new study finds that some gifted dogs can learn the names of new toys by eavesdropping

Education|Sports

Indiana and Oregon coaches and coordinators juggle transfer portal chaos amid playoff race

The College Football Playoff faces a new challenge as it coincides with the transfer portal

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Tennessee university reinstates professor fired for Charlie Kirk post and settles for $500k

Austin Peay State University has reinstated a professor who was fired for his social media post after the killing of conservative activist Charlie Kirk

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Newsom contrasts California ‘blueprint’ with Trump’s ‘carnival of chaos’ in final state of state address

Newsom contrasts California ‘blueprint’ with Trump’s ‘carnival of chaos’ in final state of state address

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Hochul and Mamdani unveil free child care plan in New York City

New York City parents may soon have access to free child care for their 2-year-olds, under a plan unveiled by Gov. Kathy Hochul and Mayor Zohran Mamdani

Education|World

Judge blocks Trump administration from purging DEI-related terms from Head Start grant applications

A federal judge has directed the Trump administration to stop purging words it associates with diversity, equity and inclusion from Head Start grant applications and barred it from laying off any more federal employees in the federal Office of Head Start

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The western US is in a snow drought, and storms have been making it worse

A major atmospheric river brought record precipitation to the Pacific Northwest, yet the snow and water supply still suffered. It’s a growing problem.

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'Just pushed him off': Mother recounts dropping kids off second-story awning to neighbor during fire

'Just pushed him off': Mother recounts dropping kids off second-story awning to neighbor during fire

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As a shooting unfolded at Brown, students turned to anonymous app for answers before official alerts

As a shooting unfolded at Brown University on Dec. 13, students turned to the anonymous app Sidechat to document fear, confusion and grief in real time — often before receiving official alerts

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Woman says she never applied for unemployment benefits that letter asked her to repay

Woman says she never applied for unemployment benefits that letter asked her to repay

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Woman's home broken into twice by Ryan Camacho, suspect in murder of Raleigh teacher

Woman's home broken into twice by Ryan Camacho, suspect in murder of Raleigh teacher

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Firefighter fulfills dream after crash that killed boyfriend

Firefighter fulfills dream after crash that killed boyfriend

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NorCal rapist's 900-year-to-life sentence reduced under new state laws, now eligible for elder parole

NorCal rapist's 900-year-to-life sentence reduced under new state laws, now eligible for elder parole

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Oklahoma officers honored for saving colleague who collapsed while delivering Christmas gifts

Oklahoma officers honored for saving colleague who collapsed while delivering Christmas gifts

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Northern Colorado city to change approach in response to homelessness

Northern Colorado city to change approach in response to homelessness

Education|US|World

Trump officials and Louisiana put an end to another decades-old school desegregation order

The Trump administration and Louisiana officials have lifted another decades-old school desegregation order, part of a campaign to end court orders they describe as outdated

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"Learn something cool." Pottery studio hopes to build skills you don't develop at work

"Learn something cool." Pottery studio hopes to build skills you don't develop at work

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Illness is more than just biological – medical sociology shows how social factors get under the skin and cause disease

Medical sociology examines how social, cultural, political and economic factors shape health in ways that medicine alone cannot treat.

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Fudge shop owner uses TikTok fame to tackle school lunch debt

Fudge shop owner uses TikTok fame to tackle school lunch debt

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South Carolina measles cases jump 68% in one week amid holiday activities and lagging vaccination

South Carolina measles cases jump 68% in one week amid holiday activities and lagging vaccination

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How Americans feel about crowdfunding websites like GoFundMe, according to an AP-NORC poll

A new AP-NORC poll finds that about 2 in 10 U.S. adults donated money to a crowdfunding campaign over the last year, with medical expenses proving most common

Education|Sports

No. 4 UConn rallies past Providence late for 103-98 victory in overtime

Braylon Mullins scored eight of his career-high 24 points in overtime and fourth-ranked UConn rallied past Providence 103-98 for its 11th consecutive victory

Business|Economy|Education|Health

Trump administration funding threats set child care providers and parents on edge

The Trump administration’s crackdown on the $12 billion Child Care and Development Fund, which subsidizes care for 1.4 million children from low-income households, has rattled child care providers and families that rely on the aid money

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Georgia Republicans move to scrap state income tax by 2032 despite concerns

Georgia is the latest state to consider eliminating its personal income tax, with Republican leaders in the Senate backing a proposal to phase it out by 2032

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Pittsburgh Post-Gazette ownership announces it's shutting down paper in May

The Pittsburgh Post-Gazette is shutting down in May after its owners cited financial losses

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Trump proposes massive increase in 2027 defense spending to $1.5T, citing 'dangerous times'

President Donald Trump is proposing setting U_S_ military spending at $1_5 trillion in 2027, citing “troubled and dangerous times.”

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Day one of former Uvalde school cop's trial

CNN's Shimon Prokupecz explains the significance of Adrian Gonzales’ trial, who was the first police officer to arrive at the scene at Robb Elementary School during the 2022 school shooting.

Crime|Education

Judge in trial of former Uvalde school police officer denies defense motion for mistrial

Judge in trial of former Uvalde school police officer denies defense motion for mistrial

Economy|Education|Environment|Health

New York state's mental health services for children to get makeover following lawsuit settlement

New York state's mental health services for children to get makeover following lawsuit settlement

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Congress takes up health care again − and impatient voters shouldn’t hold their breath for a cure

Why does health care reform keep failing despite decades of attention and expanding costs? A scholar of Congress has some answers.

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NYC Mayor Zohran Mamdani defends tenant official facing backlash for 'white supremacy' posts

New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani is supporting a new housing official amid backlash over past social media posts

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Family of teen killed in DUI crash raises money for scholarships for future medical students

Family of teen killed in DUI crash raises money for scholarships for future medical students

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Winter storms bring snow, ice and school and road closures to New England. More bad weather's coming

Messy winter weather brought snow, ice, freezing rain and dangerous driving to the New England states as the region prepared for more unpleasant conditions later in the week

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Mobility exercises are an important part of fitness as we age. Here are some tips

Most people know they should probably be stretching and lifting weights

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Cancer survivor chairs luncheon to give back to center that saved her life

Cancer survivor chairs luncheon to give back to center that saved her life

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Canisius student helps MLB all-star Paul Skenes practice

Canisius student helps MLB all-star Paul Skenes practice

Economy|Education|Health|US

Trump is freezing funds for small but key welfare program. Here’s what TANF does

Trump is freezing funds for small but key welfare program. Here’s what TANF does

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Man charged for hiding camera under girl's bed

Man charged for hiding camera under girl's bed

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Fairways torn up: Teens on e-bikes, dirt bikes cost golf course $60K in damages

Fairways torn up: Teens on e-bikes, dirt bikes cost golf course $60K in damages

Education

Trump officials loosen strings on federal education money for Iowa. More states could follow

The Trump administration is giving Iowa more power to decide how it spends its federal education money

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Neighbors help rescue adult, 2 children from house fire

Neighbors help rescue adult, 2 children from house fire

Crime|Education|Health|Lifestyle|US

Missouri's groundbreaking prison nursery keeps 16 mothers, babies together in first year

Missouri's groundbreaking prison nursery keeps 16 mothers, babies together in first year

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Watchdog report details allegations of sexual misconduct at Chicago Public Schools

Watchdog report details allegations of sexual misconduct at Chicago Public Schools

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Pittsburgh Walk of Fame is accepting nominations for its next class of inductees

Pittsburgh Walk of Fame is accepting nominations for its next class of inductees

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Risks young chimps take as they swing through the trees underscore role of protective parenting in humans

The youngest chimpanzees are the biggest risk-takers. Would humans show the same pattern if adults weren’t keeping such a close watch on little kids?

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Olathe woman scammed out of $1,500 in Facebook puppy purchase

Olathe woman scammed out of $1,500 in Facebook puppy purchase

Education|Technology

Kansas Senate introduces bipartisan bill to ban cell phones in K-12 schools

Kansas Senate introduces bipartisan bill to ban cell phones in K-12 schools

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Convicted serial killer Richard Cottingham confesses to 1965 cold case murder, police say

Convicted serial killer Richard Cottingham confesses to 1965 cold case murder, police say

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Chevon Championship moving LPGA's first major to home of PGA Tour's Houston Open

The LPGA's first major of the year is on the move

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New federal loan limits will worsen America’s nursing shortage and leave patients waiting longer for care

The 2025 tax and spending law lowers the federal loan borrowing limits for nursing students, raising the up-front costs of nursing school.

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Councilwoman sworn in days after saving neighbors from burning home

Councilwoman sworn in days after saving neighbors from burning home

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Renovated apartments help Atlantans aging out of foster care transition to adulthood without fear

Renovated apartments help Atlantans aging out of foster care transition to adulthood without fear

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Why 2026 could see the end of the Farm Bill era of American agriculture policy

Farm bills – famously complex legislative and spending balances between farm subsidies, food assistance, conservation and more – have tended to be passed about every five years since 1933.

Education|Environment|Science|Technology

How facial recognition for bears can help ecologists manage wildlife

Recent advances in computer vision and other types of artificial intelligence offer an opportunity for facial recognition to apply to bears and other animals.

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Brown University shooting survivor reacts to gunman's confession, looks forward to healing

Brown University shooting survivor reacts to gunman's confession, looks forward to healing

Crime|Education|Health|US

Horror of school attack in Uvalde, Texas, brings tears as officer faces trial over police response

The first day of testimony in the trial of a former police officer accused of failing to protect students who died in the Uvalde, Texas, elementary school massacre turned emotional right away

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Plans for $2.3 billion stadium ignite debate in 2032 Olympics host city

Plans for $2.3 billion stadium ignite debate in 2032 Olympics host city

Economy|Education|Health|Political

Trump administration freezes billions in social services funding to five Democratic states

Trump administration freezes billions in social services funding to five Democratic states

Crime|Education|World

Judge cancels Wednesday testimony in Uvalde cop trial as defense says prosecutors withheld evidence

Judge cancels Wednesday testimony in Uvalde cop trial as defense says prosecutors withheld evidence

Crime|Education|Europe

Shooter who killed Brown students and MIT professor planned attack for years, DOJ says

The U.S. Department of Justice has revealed that the shooter who killed two Brown University students and an MIT professor planned the attack for years

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Trump administration says it’s withholding social safety net money from 5 states over fraud concerns

President Donald Trump’s administration is withholding funding to help needy families with children in five states governed by Democrats

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Brown University shooting suspect planned attack for a long time, offering no motive in video confession, officials say

Brown University shooting suspect planned attack for a long time, offering no motive in video confession, officials say

Crime|Education|US|World

Uvalde schools officer did nothing until it was too late during shooting, prosecutor says

A Texas prosecutor says a school police officer made no attempt to distract or stop the gunman during the school shooting in Uvalde in 2022

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What parents need to know about the overhauled childhood vaccine schedule

What parents need to know about the overhauled childhood vaccine schedule

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Alaska Airlines pilot who safely landed plane after panel blew out says Boeing unfairly blamed him

The Alaska Airlines pilot who was praised as a hero for safely landing a plane after a door plug panel flew off shortly after takeoff in 2004 is suing Boeing because he believes the plane maker wrongly tried to blame him and the rest of the crew in past legal filings

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A Craigslist ad seeking child actors for Minnesota day care center was posted as a prank

As the Trump administration continues to investigate a series of alleged fraud schemes at Minnesota day care centers run by Somali residents, social media users are falsely citing a Craigslist ad as evidence of such deceit

Education|Environment

A town in North Carolina is returning land to the Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians

The Noquisiyi Mound in Franklin, North Carolina, is close to being returned to the Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians

Education|Health|Science

FACT FOCUS: Trump sows confusion on number of childhood vaccinations

President Donald Trump spread some confusion about childhood vaccinations in social media posts about changes to U.S. vaccine recommendations

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Pamela Smart seeks to overturn conviction for having teenager murder her husband

Pamela Smart, who is serving life in prison for orchestrating the murder of her husband by her teenage student in 1990, is seeking to overturn her conviction over what her lawyers claim were several constitutional violations

Crime|Education|Environment|Health|Lifestyle

Twin Falls boy struck by tree still recovering in Boise

Twin Falls boy struck by tree still recovering in Boise

Education|Health|Opinion|Science|Technology

RFK Jr. guts the US childhood vaccine schedule despite its decades-long safety record

In an unprecedented move, health officials cut the number of vaccines routinely recommended for children from 17 to 11.

Crime|Education

Mead School District expresses condolences over woman hit by school bus

Mead School District expresses condolences over woman hit by school bus

Arts|Education|Entertainment

Mother publishes a book written by her daughter who tragically passed away

Mother publishes a book written by her daughter who tragically passed away

Crime|Education|World

Encouraging words greeted students at Roxborough HS after racist, antisemitic graffiti found

Encouraging words greeted students at Roxborough HS after racist, antisemitic graffiti found

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Unrivaled's second season provides key gathering place for WNBA players during CBA negotiations

Napheesa Collier sat on the bench at Sephora Arena laughing with her Unrivaled teammate Skylar Diggins moments before tipoff between the Lunar Owls and Rose BC

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Suspect charged with murder of Ravenscroft teacher held without bond

Suspect charged with murder of Ravenscroft teacher held without bond

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Olathe police identify 2 teens, 16 and 17, killed in Saturday crash

Olathe police identify 2 teens, 16 and 17, killed in Saturday crash

Education|Travel

Slogan on new South Carolina license plates sparks public debate

Slogan on new South Carolina license plates sparks public debate

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Teacher catches historic missed field goal ball at Steelers game

Teacher catches historic missed field goal ball at Steelers game

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13-year-old boy inspires others to find their purpose by giving

13-year-old boy inspires others to find their purpose by giving

Education|Environment|Science

Americans generally like wolves − except when we’re reminded of our politics

New research shows how identity-driven assumptions can turn common ground into conflict.

Economy|Education|Environment|Health

Colorado faces a funding crisis for child care − local communities hope to fill the gaps

A lack of access to child care costs the state an estimated $2.7 billion in lost productivity and revenue.

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Uniontown swears in its first-ever woman police chief

Uniontown swears in its first-ever woman police chief

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Delaware County family says goodbye to "Momma Wiggles" with end-of-life photo shoot

Delaware County family says goodbye to "Momma Wiggles" with end-of-life photo shoot

Education|Environment|Science|Technology

Virtual National Science Foundation internships aren’t just a pandemic stopgap – they can open up opportunities for more STEM students

Students who participated in the virtual Research Experience for Undergraduates at Purdue reported stronger gains in research skills than in-person summer interns.

Economy|Education|Environment|Health|Lifestyle

Philly’s walkable streets and public parks offer older residents chances to stay active – but public transit and accessibility pose challenges

Movement is key to healthy aging, and Philadelphia offers pros and cons for seniors getting around the city.

Business|Economy|Education|Finance|Interview|Opinion

With less charitable giving flowing directly to charities, a tax policy scholar suggests some policy fixes

Even when donors have good intentions, philanthropy does not always produce good results.

Education|Lifestyle|Opinion|Travel

Why I spent a week on a South Pacific island with my best friend’s husband

Why I spent a week on a South Pacific island with my best friend’s husband

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‘Grab what you can:’ The global rush for second passports

‘Grab what you can:’ The global rush for second passports

Crime|Education|Political

Trial begins for officer accused of failing to protect children during Uvalde school shooting

One of the first police officers to respond to the 2022 school shooting in Uvalde, Texas, goes on trial Monday on charges that he failed to protect children during the attack, when authorities waited more than an hour to confront the gunman

Crime|Education

Minnesota lawmaker: Families in limbo after WH freezes child care payments

Minnesota State Rep. Carlie Kotyza-Witthuhn joins The Lead.

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When my mom died, I didn’t know if I could sing for her even though I do it for a living

When my mom died, I didn’t know if I could sing for her even though I do it for a living

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Somalis in Minneapolis say they are facing harassment, threats and empty businesses in the wake of fraud allegations video

Somalis in Minneapolis say they are facing harassment, threats and empty businesses in the wake of fraud allegations video

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Instead of building snowmen, a local family builds a hockey rink in their backyard

Instead of building snowmen, a local family builds a hockey rink in their backyard

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Asheville-based puppet collective brings eco-friendly creations to life

Asheville-based puppet collective brings eco-friendly creations to life

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Notre Dame coach Micah Shrewsberry apologizes for actions after controversial call late in Cal loss

Notre Dame coach Micah Shrewsberry has apologized after charging at an official following a controversial loss to Cal

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Hockey was already a big deal in Florida. Outdoor games might spark even more growth of the game

Florida's hockey scene is booming, with the Panthers and Lightning dominating the NHL in recent years

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Investigation is opened into managers of Swiss bar where fire killed 40

Swiss authorities say they have opened an investigation into the managers of the bar where a fire at a New Year’s party left 40 people dead

Education|Interview

One’s a Democrat and the other’s a Republican – and they’re twins. Here’s how they bridge the divide

One’s a Democrat and the other’s a Republican – and they’re twins. Here’s how they bridge the divide

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Minnesota families and child care providers scramble as federal funds hang in balance

Minnesota families and child care providers scramble as federal funds hang in balance

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Trial to begin for police officer charged in delayed response to Uvalde school shooting

One of the first officers on the scene at the 2022 school shooting in Uvalde, Texas, is about to stand trial

Education|Sports|World

Finland stuns 2-time defending champ US 4-3 in OT in world junior quarterfinals

Arttu Valola scored at 2:11 of overtime and Finland stunned the two-time defending champion United States 4-3 on Friday night in the world junior hockey quarterfinals

Crime|Economy|Education|World

Minnesota must provide documents to US government in child care fraud probe by next week

Minnesota officials are rushing to provide information to the Trump administration about child care providers and parents receiving federal funds

Crime|Economy|Education|Health

Minnesota child care centers accused of wrongdoing were operating as expected, report says

Minnesota child care centers accused of wrongdoing were operating as expected, report says

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Indiana and Oregon to meet again at the Peach Bowl with a spot in the CFP title game on the line

Indiana and Oregon will meet in the Peach Bowl next week for a College Football Playoff semifinal

Education|Entertainment|Environment|Lifestyle

Volunteers save Mechanicsburg's 21-year New Year's Eve wrench drop

Volunteers save Mechanicsburg's 21-year New Year's Eve wrench drop

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Teen honored at Rose Parade after two liver transplants

Teen honored at Rose Parade after two liver transplants

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Towing company donates repairs, tires to help high school student get to school

Towing company donates repairs, tires to help high school student get to school

Education

Charter school to close after nearly 25 years, leaving 200+ students searching for new schools

Charter school to close after nearly 25 years, leaving 200+ students searching for new schools

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Pennsylvania woman finds relief from Tourette's with deep brain stimulation

Pennsylvania woman finds relief from Tourette's with deep brain stimulation

Education|Entertainment|Sports

Ole Miss and breakthrough QB Chambliss advance to CFP Fiesta Bowl against Miami and blue chip Beck

Mississippi quarterback Trinidad Chambliss and his Rebels teammates have been saying for weeks that they have the chemistry, talent and confidence to carry on in the College Football Playoff without former coach Lane Kiffin

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Judge refuses to order release of man charged with planting pipe bombs on eve of Capitol riot

A federal magistrate judge has refused to order the pretrial release of a man charged with planting two pipe bombs outside the headquarters of the Democratic and Republican national parties on the eve of the Capitol riot on Jan. 6, 2021

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Lightning fan shares joy of collecting autographs

Lightning fan shares joy of collecting autographs

Education|Sports

College football's Urban Meyer joins board of Florida college transformed by DeSantis

College football Hall of Famer Urban Meyer has been appointed to the board of trustees at New College in Sarasota

Crime|Economy|Education|Environment|Political

Key figures in the long-running controversy over alleged fraudulent safety net programs in Minnesota

Key figures in the long-running controversy over alleged fraudulent safety net programs in Minnesota

Crime|Education|Entertainment|Health|Lifestyle|US

Atlanta nonprofit Kate's Club helps children cope with grief after losing parents, siblings

Atlanta nonprofit Kate's Club helps children cope with grief after losing parents, siblings

Education|Entertainment|Health|Lifestyle

She wanted to help 10 dogs find forever homes by her 7th birthday. How a Massachusetts girl's goal helped her heal.

She wanted to help 10 dogs find forever homes by her 7th birthday. How a Massachusetts girl's goal helped her heal.

Education|Europe|World

Greece cuts student population at universities by half after long study breaks are abolished

Greek authorities have removed more than 300,000 inactive university students from public university records

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What we know about a Minneapolis day care center that was highlighted in video about alleged fraud

What we know about a Minneapolis day care center that was highlighted in video about alleged fraud

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About 6 in 10 Americans say they feel politically connected by generation

About 6 in 10 Americans say they feel politically connected by generation

Education|Sports

Top-seeded Indiana routs Alabama 38-3 for its first Rose Bowl victory, roaring into CFP semifinals

Fernando Mendoza threw three touchdown passes, Indiana’s defense thoroughly throttled Alabama, and the top-seeded Hoosiers roared into the College Football Playoff semifinals with a 38-3 victory in the 112th Rose Bowl

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Zohran Mamdani’s inauguration celebrates the progressive movement as New York’s incoming mayor pledges an expansive agenda

Zohran Mamdani’s inauguration celebrates the progressive movement as New York’s incoming mayor pledges an expansive agenda

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More campus games? Big 12 commish says 'everything is on the table' when it comes to playoff reboot

While fans trickled into the Orange Bowl stadium where tickets were going for as little as $39, the commissioner of the Big 12 said “everything is on the table” when it comes to rebooting the College Football Playoff, including potentially moving another round of games onto campus

Education|Lifestyle|Sports

Defense carries the day for Oregon, as Ducks move into CFP semifinals by topping Texas Tech 23-0

Oregon dominated Texas Tech with a 23-0 victory in the College Football Playoff quarterfinal at the Orange Bowl

Business|Economy|Education|Health|World

Ten years after it ended its ‘one-child’ policy, China’s push for more babies isn’t winning its citizens over

Ten years after it ended its ‘one-child’ policy, China’s push for more babies isn’t winning its citizens over

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Viral '6-7' tops 2025 list of overused words and phrases

Respondents to an annual Michigan college survey of overused and misused words and phrases say “6-7” is “cooked” and should come to a “massive” and “full stop” heading into the new year

Education|Health|Science|World

More than 2,000 measles cases reported in the US in 2025 as ongoing outbreaks threaten elimination status

More than 2,000 measles cases reported in the US in 2025 as ongoing outbreaks threaten elimination status

Arts|Education|Entertainment

Betty Boop and 'Blondie' enter the public domain in 2026, accompanied by a trio of detectives

Betty Boop and “Blondie” are among the highlights of titles entering the public domain with the arrival of 2026

Arts|Crime|Economy|Education|Environment|Europe|Finance|MidEast|Opinion|Sports|Technology|World

What’s new, what’s not: Parsing the rhetoric around the Minnesota child care fraud firestorm

What’s new, what’s not: Parsing the rhetoric around the Minnesota child care fraud firestorm

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Iowa family finds refuge and kindness after blizzard traps drivers

Iowa family finds refuge and kindness after blizzard traps drivers

Crime|Education|Entertainment|Lifestyle|US

Street sign honors fallen Louisville firefighter more than 30 years after his death

Street sign honors fallen Louisville firefighter more than 30 years after his death

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As CFP plods along, transfers and coaching moves don't wait. Oregon's Dan Lanning wants change

College football is in chaos with coaches and players on the move during the most crucial time of the year

Education|Political|US

20-year-old college student from Iowa might be the youngest mayor in the United States

20-year-old college student from Iowa might be the youngest mayor in the United States

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Texas Tech's biggest and richest fan explains how he'd fix college sports

Cody Campbell is a billionaire supporter of Texas Tech, his alma mater

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Ballots, tax returns and other important mail may not get postmarked the day you turn it in, Postal Service warns

Ballots, tax returns and other important mail may not get postmarked the day you turn it in, Postal Service warns

Education|Health|Lifestyle|Sports

How a running organization is helping metro Atlanta girls build confidence and lasting friendships

How a running organization is helping metro Atlanta girls build confidence and lasting friendships

Crime|Education|Entertainment|Health|Lifestyle

Teenage Good Samaritan hospitalized after Christmas Eve crash while helping stranded driver

Teenage Good Samaritan hospitalized after Christmas Eve crash while helping stranded driver

Crime|Education|Health|Lifestyle

In this court, veterans have their backs when support is needed the most

In this court, veterans have their backs when support is needed the most

Business|Crime|Education|World

A rough year for journalists in 2025, with a little hope for things to turn around

By most measures, 2025 was a rough year for those who care about freedom of the press

Education|Environment|Health|Lifestyle

The nation's 250th anniversary arrives with a call for year-round community service

The U.S. Semiquincentennial Commission wants to turn America’s 250th birthday celebration into the country’s single biggest year for volunteering

Arts|Education|Entertainment|Lifestyle

In a breakneck digital era, the ancient art of Peking opera works hard to keep flourishing

The old and nuanced art of Peking opera is working hard to flourish in an era of digital entertainment and incessant screens

Asia|Education|Health|Science|World

Pakistan's polio cases fell by half in 2025 despite attacks on vaccination teams

Officials say Pakistan has seen polio cases fall by more than half in 2025

Crime|Economy|Education|Environment|Finance|Health|Political|Science|Technology|World

Trump administration says it's freezing child care funds to Minnesota after series of fraud schemes

The Trump administration has announced that it is freezing child care funds to Minnesota after a series of fraud schemes in recent years

Arts|Business|Education|Entertainment|Lifestyle|Sports|Technology|World

NCAA tries to clarify NBA stance after Baylor's addition of 2023 draft pick prompts criticism

The NCAA says it won't grant eligibility to any player who had signed an NBA contract after Baylor’s midseason addition of a 2023 draft pick who had been playing professionally in Europe prompted criticism from coaches across college basketball

Arts|Business|Economy|Education|Entertainment|Finance|Sports

Lee Enterprises stabilizes finances with $50M investment led by billionaire David Hoffmann

Lee Enterprises has announced a compromise with the billionaire investor who tried to take over the nation's third-largest newspaper chain this year

Education|Entertainment|Sports

Role reversals: Alabama returns to the Rose Bowl as a CFP underdog to face powerhouse Indiana

Nick Saban coached his final game for Alabama just two years ago in the Rose Bowl when his Crimson Tide lost to Michigan

Business|Crime|Economy|Education|Environment

Oysters, crab and $400,000 worth of lobster meat stolen in New England

Forty-thousand oysters, lobster worth $400,000 and a cache of crabmeat all were stolen in separate recent incidents in New England

Education|Sports

Jeremiah Smith opted for Ohio State, and now faces his hometown Hurricanes in CFP Cotton Bowl

Ohio State coach Ryan Day is certainly glad to have All-America receiver Jeremiah Smith on his team

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SNAP bans on soda, candy and other foods take effect in five states Jan. 1

Americans in five states who get government help paying for groceries will see new limits starting Thursday on soda, candy and other foods they can buy with those benefits

Business|Education|Sports

Chip Kelly lands new job as Northwestern's offensive coordinator after firing by Raiders

Former Oregon and Philadelphia Eagles coach Chip Kelly has been hired as Northwestern’s offensive coordinator

Education|Environment|Health|Lifestyle

Louisville woman fights to keep miniature horse amid ordinance changes

Louisville woman fights to keep miniature horse amid ordinance changes

Arts|Education|Entertainment|Environment|Lifestyle

Baltimore woman knits scarf with each color tracking daily temperatures

Baltimore woman knits scarf with each color tracking daily temperatures

Arts|Education|Entertainment|Health|Science

'It's the power of music that does that': Memory loss patients engaged through music performances

'It's the power of music that does that': Memory loss patients engaged through music performances

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Surge in federal officers in Minnesota focuses on alleged fraud at day care centers

The surge of federal officers this week in Minnesota follows new allegations of fraud by day care centers run by Somali residents

Arts|Business|Education|Entertainment|World

More artists pull out of Kennedy Center shows following name change

More artists pull out of Kennedy Center shows following name change

Education|Entertainment|Environment|Lifestyle|Science|Technology

The year's first meteor shower and supermoon clash in January skies

The year’s first supermoon and meteor shower will compete for dominance in January skies

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Russia's nuclear-capable Oreshnik missiles have entered active service, Moscow says

Russia’s nuclear-capable Oreshnik missile system has entered active service, Russia’s Ministry of Defense says, as negotiators continue to search for a breakthrough in peace talks to end Moscow’s war in Ukraine

Business|Education|Technology

How to avoid getting into trouble when using AI at work

How to avoid getting into trouble when using AI at work

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A look at Zohran Mamdani’s policy ideas as he becomes New York City’s mayor

A look at Zohran Mamdani’s policy ideas as he becomes New York City’s mayor

Business|Crime|Economy|Education|Finance|Health|Political|Stock Markets|World

Khaleda Zia, former Bangladeshi prime minister and archrival of Hasina, dies at 80

Former Bangladeshi Prime Minister Khaleda Zia has died at 80, her political party has announced Tuesday

Business|Education|Sports|US

Marcus Freeman will return to Notre Dame after having his contract restructured, school confirms

Notre Dame confirmed coach Marcus Freeman had his contract restructured and he will coach the Fighting Irish in 2026

Crime|Education|Entertainment|Health|Lifestyle|US

Teen kills 13-year-old girl in accidental Christmas Day shooting, Orange County deputies say

Teen kills 13-year-old girl in accidental Christmas Day shooting, Orange County deputies say

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This dog training camp in Maine can teach your dog how to skijor

This dog training camp in Maine can teach your dog how to skijor

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2 people arrested and facing multiple charges after child found dead at Higginsville, Missouri, motel

2 people arrested and facing multiple charges after child found dead at Higginsville, Missouri, motel

Arts|Education|Entertainment|Lifestyle

Veteran brings music education to Indianapolis' east side

Veteran brings music education to Indianapolis' east side

Education|Entertainment|Environment|Health|Lifestyle

Florida teen collects thousands of clothing essentials for the homeless

Florida teen collects thousands of clothing essentials for the homeless

Business|Education|Entertainment|Environment|Lifestyle

After a year without a car, community gifts single father refurbished ride

After a year without a car, community gifts single father refurbished ride

Education|Environment|Opinion|Science

LA fires showed how much neighborliness matters for wildfire safety

Managing fire risk is about more than regulations and rules. It’s also about caring for neighbors and taking steps on your own property and in your community to help keep neighbors safe.

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Buddhist monks on cross-country Walk for Peace arrive in Georgia

Buddhist monks on cross-country Walk for Peace arrive in Georgia

Business|Education|Entertainment|Health|Lifestyle

Veteran who spent years homeless finds hope at Atlanta Veterans Village

Veteran who spent years homeless finds hope at Atlanta Veterans Village

Arts|Business|Economy|Education|Entertainment|Environment|Europe|Fashion and Beauty|Lifestyle|Opinion|Technology|Travel|World

Luxury goods were once built to last. Now, some fall apart as easily as fast fashion

Luxury goods were once built to last. Now, some fall apart as easily as fast fashion

Business|Economy|Education|Finance|Political|US

Zohran Mamdani has bold promises. Can he make them come true as New York City mayor?

Zohran Mamdani has promised to transform New York City government when he becomes mayor

Education|Entertainment|Sports

Kyla Oldacre and Madison Booker lead No. 2 Texas over Southeastern Louisiana 120-38

Senior Kyla Oldacre scored a career-high 22 points and Madison Booker added 20 to help No. 2 Texas finish its non-conference schedule undefeated with a 120-38 victory over Southeastern Louisiana

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Tessa Johnson and Madina Okot score 18 points each as No. 3 South Carolina beats Providence 96-55

Tessa Johnson and Madina Okot each scored 18 points to lead third-ranked South Carolina over Providence 96-55, but the Gamecocks also lost guard Ta’Niya Latson to injury

Business|Economy|Education|Finance|Lifestyle|Stock Markets

The benefits of keeping your investing life simple

The benefits of keeping your investing life simple

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Kyle Whittingham confident his style will be a familiar fit as Michigan's football coach

Kyle Whittingham was barely two weeks into retirement after 21 years at Utah when he found an offer he couldn't turn down

Education|Europe|Political|World

Protesting students in Serbia urge support for early election they hope will oust Vucic

Protesting university students in Serbia have collected signatures throughout the country for their request for an early parliamentary election

Africa|Business|Economy|Education|Election|Finance|Political|World

Guineans vote in first election since 2021 coup with junta leader likely to win

Guineans were voting to elect a new president in the country’s first election since a 2021 coup

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UK unveils paid armed forces ‘gap year’ for young people

UK unveils paid armed forces ‘gap year’ for young people

Education|Health|US|World

Jeffrey R. Holland, next in line to lead Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, dies at 85

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Boy with autism, 6, rescued from Florida pond 15 months after similar incident

Boy with autism, 6, rescued from Florida pond 15 months after similar incident

Economy|Education|Environment|Science|World

Sharks and rays get a major win with new international trade limits for over 70 species

Sharks have had a tough time since the 1970s, when overfishing, habitat loss and a growing trade in their fins began to cut their populations. ‘Jaws’ didn’t help.

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Not sure where donations end up? These groups tell you exactly who you’re helping and how you’re changing lives

Not sure where donations end up? These groups tell you exactly who you’re helping and how you’re changing lives

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Hundreds of thousands of ‘Epstein files’ have been released — and there’s a lot more to come

Hundreds of thousands of ‘Epstein files’ have been released — and there’s a lot more to come

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Michigan hires Kyle Whittingham to replace Sherrone Moore following firing and arrest

Michigan hires Kyle Whittingham to replace Sherrone Moore following firing and arrest

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Kennedy Center president rebukes performer who called off Christmas Eve show over addition of Trump’s name

Kennedy Center president rebukes performer who called off Christmas Eve show over addition of Trump’s name

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Lawyer in Diego Pavia's eligibility lawsuit against NCAA cites NBA draft pick's return to college

A lawyer for Heisman Trophy runner-up Diego Pavia and 26 other football players has cited the NCAA’s decision to allow an NBA draft pick to return to college basketball as a reason that a federal judge should let his clients play in 2026 and 2027

Education|Environment|Health|Science

Milwaukee clears its public schools of lead paint hazards after 10 months of work

Milwaukee clears its public schools of lead paint hazards after 10 months of work

Arts|Education|Entertainment|Lifestyle

A beginner's guide to Kwanzaa

Founded during the Black Freedom Movement of the 1960s, Kwanzaa is a non-religious holiday that is observed by millions of Americans

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"Homies" helping residents fight hunger and cold weather

"Homies" helping residents fight hunger and cold weather

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Volunteering with children can build character and create lasting family memories

Volunteering with children can build confidence and teach social and problem-solving skills

Business|Economy|Education|Lifestyle

Resolve to network at your employer’s next ‘offsite’ – research shows these retreats actually help forge new connections

Because they can help you get to know more of your co-workers, offsites may build the kind of trust and visibility that lead to new opportunities.

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Times Square to feature patriotic crystal ball for New Year's Eve, kicking off US's 250th birthday

After the crystal ball drops on New Year’s Eve in New York City, it will rise again, sparkling in red, white and blue

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ICYMI: Close out 2025 with these great reads from AP

As 2025 wraps up, The Associated Press has curated a list of memorable stories and enjoyable reads published this year

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How a 475-year-old book market in the center of Paris is surviving in a digital world

How a 475-year-old book market in the center of Paris is surviving in a digital world

Education|Health|Lifestyle|Technology|World

Soon you may be able to type a new Chinese character: the gender-neutral pronoun

Soon you may be able to type a new Chinese character: the gender-neutral pronoun

Education|Entertainment|Lifestyle

Naughty or nice? New holiday inflatable snatching tradition starts in Vineyard neighborhood

Naughty or nice? New holiday inflatable snatching tradition starts in Vineyard neighborhood

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Christmas Eve winner in Arkansas lands a $1.817 billion Powerball lottery jackpot

A Powerball ticket purchased at a gas station outside Little Rock, Arkansas, won a $1.817 billion jackpot just before Christmas

Arts|Education|Entertainment|Environment|Lifestyle

Student's notes spark citywide "ripples of kindness" effect. Meet the mysterious author behind them.

Student's notes spark citywide "ripples of kindness" effect. Meet the mysterious author behind them.

Education|Environment|Science

Nearly half of reindeer have been wiped out and armadillos are in Iowa. Here’s how animals are weathering warming holidays

Nearly half of reindeer have been wiped out and armadillos are in Iowa. Here’s how animals are weathering warming holidays

Arts|Education|Entertainment

Amanda Seyfried is our forgotten female prophet

Amanda Seyfried is our forgotten female prophet

Education|Political|World

Half a billion voters. One list. Just seven weeks to clean it up

Half a billion voters. One list. Just seven weeks to clean it up

Americas|Arts|Business|Crime|Economy|Education|Environment|Lifestyle|MidEast|Political|Travel|World

Faithful return to Bethlehem and Pope Leo XIV celebrates his first Christmas Eve Mass at St. Peter's

On Christmas Eve, thousands of people flocked to Bethlehem's Manger Square and other Holy Land sites, after two years of subdued Christmas celebrations because of the war in Gaza

Education|Health|Political|Science

Pediatrics group sues HHS for cutting funds for children's health programs

The American Academy of Pediatrics sued the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services on Wednesday, seeking to block nearly $12 million in cuts to the group

Education|Entertainment|Health|Lifestyle

Mother's search for Angel Tree donor goes viral, leads to heartfelt connection

Mother's search for Angel Tree donor goes viral, leads to heartfelt connection

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Florida State QB Thomas Castellanos drops NCAA appeal, enters NFL draft

Florida State quarterback Thomas Castellanos has dropped his appeal for another year of college eligibility and declared for the NFL draft

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Pennsylvania museum celebrates diversity through "World Nativities" exhibit

Pennsylvania museum celebrates diversity through "World Nativities" exhibit

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Community members bring Christmas dinner to families impacted my immigration crackdown

Community members bring Christmas dinner to families impacted my immigration crackdown

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Teen suspect in stepsister's cruise ship death says he doesn't remember anything, documents say

A 16-year-old boy being investigated in the death of his stepsister on a Carnival cruise ship last month has no recollection of the incident

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A Secret Santa brings unexpected gift to mom grieving loss of her teenage son

A Secret Santa brings unexpected gift to mom grieving loss of her teenage son

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Tears of joy as Nigerian families reunite with kidnapped schoolchildren

Families in north-central Nigeria have joyfully reunited with schoolchildren held for a month after a mass abduction

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‘There isn’t much we miss:’ The Americans moving to the English Cotswolds

‘There isn’t much we miss:’ The Americans moving to the English Cotswolds

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When communities are grieving, he comes bearing a 10-foot cross. Here’s his story

When communities are grieving, he comes bearing a 10-foot cross. Here’s his story

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More than a third of states sue HHS over a move that could curtail youth gender-affirming care

Nineteen states and the District of Columbia have sued the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, its Secretary, Robert F. Kennedy Jr., and its inspector general over a declaration that could complicate access to gender-affirming care for young people

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Student loan borrowers in default may see wages garnished in 2026

The Trump administration says it will begin garnishing the wages of student loan borrowers who are in default early next year

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California drivers warned to reconsider Christmas travel plans ahead of storms

California officials are urging holiday travelers to avoid the roads on Christmas Eve and Christmas Day

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School pick up turns into python sighting on Marco Island

School pick up turns into python sighting on Marco Island

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Florida siblings surprised as Air Force dad returns home for Christmas

Florida siblings surprised as Air Force dad returns home for Christmas

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Trump administration moves to overhaul how H-1B visas are granted, ending lottery system

The Department of Homeland Security is replacing its lottery system for H-1B visas with a new approach prioritizing skilled, higher-paid foreign workers

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Trump administration to start garnishing wages of defaulted student loan borrowers in January

Trump administration to start garnishing wages of defaulted student loan borrowers in January

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Missouri linebacker Damon Wilson II accuses Georgia of illegal punishment in transfer portal lawsuit

Missouri pass rusher Damon Wilson II claims Georgia's athletic department is trying to illegally punish him for entering the transfer portal

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Former Nebraska US Sen. Ben Sasse reveals advanced pancreatic cancer diagnosis

Former Nebraska U.S. Senator Ben Sasse has announced his diagnosis of advanced pancreatic cancer

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From Louisville to the White House: Student earns national recognition for artwork

From Louisville to the White House: Student earns national recognition for artwork

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Massachusetts students build wind phone that connects grieving family with lost loved ones

Massachusetts students build wind phone that connects grieving family with lost loved ones

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Ohio State and Miami set for a nostalgic CFP clash, with the focus on now, not a flag from long ago

Ohio State and Miami are set to meet in the Cotton Bowl, a College Football Playoff quarterfinal, on New Year's Eve

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The feds are investigating Brown University’s safety after this month’s shooting. Here’s what’s at issue –– and at stake

The feds are investigating Brown University’s safety after this month’s shooting. Here’s what’s at issue –– and at stake

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A look at aging baby boomers in the United States

The oldest baby boomers are turning 80 in 2026

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Camp Mystic's reopening plans in Texas has drawn outrage, but some families want to return

Nearly six months after a roaring flood killed 25 girls and two counselors at Camp Mystic in central Texas, the 100-year-old camp will begin enrolling new campers in January

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Historical mysteries solved by science in 2025

Historical mysteries solved by science in 2025

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Gaza's tiny Christian community tries to capture the holiday spirit during the ceasefire

Gaza’s tiny Palestinian Christian community is trying to capture some of the Christmas spirit under a fragile ceasefire in the Israel-Hamas war

Africa|Crime|Education|World

Nigerians welcome 130 schoolchildren and teachers released after mass abduction

Nigerians have welcomed back 130 children and teachers who were released after being seized in one of the largest mass abductions in the country’s history

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Neighbors in Lisbon recall Brown University attack suspect as quiet, reclusive student

Neighbors in Lisbon recall Brown University attack suspect as quiet, reclusive student

Crime|Education|US

Brown places its vice president of public safety on leave as feds open investigation into safety after mass shooting

Brown places its vice president of public safety on leave as feds open investigation into safety after mass shooting

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Brown University police chief placed on leave after fatal shooting, feds launch investigation

Brown University has placed its campus police chief on leave as it reviews security policies following a tragic shooting

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White House rebuffs Catholic bishops' appeal for a Christmas pause in immigration enforcement

Florida's Catholic bishops have appealed to President Donald Trump to pause immigration enforcement during the Christmas holidays

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Michigan interim coach Biff Poggi wants to keep the job beyond bowl game and 'fix this program'

Biff Poggi tapped on a lectern as he closed a news conference and made his case to be Michigan’s football coach beyond its bowl game

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America’s oldest National Park Service ranger ever, who shared her own stories of life during WWII, dies

America’s oldest National Park Service ranger ever, who shared her own stories of life during WWII, dies

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It's been 50 years since a lawyer's decision unlocked free agency in MLB and changed sports forever

Sports were turned upside down 50 years ago Tuesday by a man who never threw or kicked a ball

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Person taken to hospital after overnight house fire in Oklahoma

Person taken to hospital after overnight house fire in Oklahoma

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This Kansas homeowner says a bow and arrow 'comes in handy' for his stunning light display

This Kansas homeowner says a bow and arrow 'comes in handy' for his stunning light display

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Endorsement of JD Vance receives mixed reactions at Turning Point USA conference

Attendees at "AmericaFest," Turning Point USA's annual gathering of young conservatives, were divided on the organization's CEO, Erika Kirk's endorsement of JD Vance for president in 2028. CNN's Steve Contorno reports.

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Former QB Jacob Rodriguez now All-America linebacker for playoff team Texas Tech

Jacob Rodriguez was sleeping on the floor of his brother’s apartment when he first got to Texas Tech as a walk-on in the spring of 2022

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Inside the Bari Weiss decision that led to a ‘60 Minutes’ crisis

Inside the Bari Weiss decision that led to a ‘60 Minutes’ crisis

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NYC Mayor Eric Adams once called himself the 'future of the Democratic Party.' What went wrong?

New York City Mayor Eric Adams was once seen as a rising star in the Democratic Party

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UConn stays No. 1 in women's AP Top 25 poll after rout, Texas, South Carolina, UCLA next

UConn, Texas, South Carolina, and UCLA remain at the top of The Associated Press Top 25 women's basketball poll

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Rescuer and Rescuee reunite for the first time 51 years after event

Rescuer and Rescuee reunite for the first time 51 years after event

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Dog given rat poison with metal hooks in backyard

Dog given rat poison with metal hooks in backyard

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University of Tenn. professor sues to keep job after controversial Facebook comment on Charlie Kirk's death

University of Tenn. professor sues to keep job after controversial Facebook comment on Charlie Kirk's death

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Parents speak out as Tennessee accuses Roblox of putting kids at risk

Parents speak out as Tennessee accuses Roblox of putting kids at risk

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Teen has surgery to amputate 174-pound leg

Teen has surgery to amputate 174-pound leg

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Charlie the Christmas Tree Elf brings joy to the community

Charlie the Christmas Tree Elf brings joy to the community

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93-year-old man credits woman's quick CPR action with saving his life at YMCA

93-year-old man credits woman's quick CPR action with saving his life at YMCA

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Should you stop saying ‘um’? Here’s what experts said

Should you stop saying ‘um’? Here’s what experts said

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Want to read more in 2026? Here's how to revive your love of books

It's not too late to turn the page on old habits and start reading again in 2026

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A high school football coach wanted for child pornography offenses has been missing for over a month. Here’s what we know

A high school football coach wanted for child pornography offenses has been missing for over a month. Here’s what we know

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The Providence mayor wants the Reddit tipster to get a $50,000 FBI reward. It might not be so simple

The Providence mayor wants the Reddit tipster to get a $50,000 FBI reward. It might not be so simple

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Israeli soldiers shot and killed a West Bank teen they say ‘hurled a block.’ Video shows them shooting him point blank

Israeli soldiers shot and killed a West Bank teen they say ‘hurled a block.’ Video shows them shooting him point blank

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Man creates sensory-friendly, welcoming restaurant experience for autism families

Man creates sensory-friendly, welcoming restaurant experience for autism families

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Nigeria says 130 more children released nearly a month after being kidnapped from school

Nigeria says 130 more children released nearly a month after being kidnapped from school

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Georgetown head basketball coach Ed Cooley suspended after throwing water bottle that hit child

Georgetown head basketball coach Ed Cooley suspended after throwing water bottle that hit child

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‘I found my voice’: Turkish artist brings traditional water marbling art, or ebru, to Milwaukee

‘I found my voice’: Turkish artist brings traditional water marbling art, or ebru, to Milwaukee

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Homeless woman found not guilty by reason of insanity in stabbing death of 82-year-old

Homeless woman found not guilty by reason of insanity in stabbing death of 82-year-old

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These influencers are teaching Christianity online — and young people are listening

Christian influencers are reaching hundreds of thousands of young people online

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‘We are still here.’ Catholic patriarch leads Christmas Mass at Gaza church bombed by Israel during the war

‘We are still here.’ Catholic patriarch leads Christmas Mass at Gaza church bombed by Israel during the war

Business|Economy|Education|Technology

AI hiring is here. It’s making companies — and job seekers — miserable

AI hiring is here. It’s making companies — and job seekers — miserable

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Here's what you missed at Turning Point's chaotic convention

Turning Point USA's AmericaFest convention has been marked by internal feuds among conservative figures

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Chambliss and No. 6 Ole Miss ace their test without Kiffin and beat No. 17 Tulane 41-10 in the CFP

Trinidad Chabliss and Mississippi have aced their first test without former coach Lane Kiffin

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Rick Pitino feel no special emotions going against Kentucky and his former team captain

Rick Pitino felt like it was just another game, even though it was Kentucky

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At Turning Point’s annual gathering, young conservatives fret about the future

At Turning Point’s annual gathering, young conservatives fret about the future

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As officials uncover more information about the Brown and MIT professor shooting suspect, key questions remain

As officials uncover more information about the Brown and MIT professor shooting suspect, key questions remain

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You finally got a doctor's appointment. Here's how to get the most out of it

It's not that unusual for a 20-something to text Mom from the doctor's office for help answering a health question

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How to see the Ursids, the final meteor shower of 2025

How to see the Ursids, the final meteor shower of 2025

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Everything you need to know about Christmas, and how it has evolved into a global holiday

Originally a Christian holiday celebrating the birth of Jesus, Christmas has evolved into a global cultural event

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How surveillance technology and the 'Reddit Detective Agency' helped search for a killer

More than a decade ago, a frenzied 5-day search for the Boston Marathon bombers left some lessons in its aftermath

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Suspect in Brown University shooting and MIT professor’s killing was once a physics student

Thirty years ago, Claudio Neves Valente and Nuno F

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A brief encounter, two attacks and then a break in investigations into the Brown and MIT shootings

Investigators are still trying to figure out much of what Claudio Neves Valente was doing in New England in the weeks before they say he opened fire in a Brown University lecture hall and later killed a Massachusetts Institute of Technology professor

Crime|Education|Science|US

Brown University attack suspect died 2 days before his body was found, autopsy finds

An autopsy has found that the man suspected in last weekend’s attack at Brown University and the fatal shooting of a Massachusetts Institute of Technology professor days later had been dead for two days when found

Crime|Education|Environment|Opinion

As DOJ begins to release Epstein files, his many victims deserve more attention than the powerful men in his ‘client list’

Powerful men connected to Jeffrey Epstein are named, dissected and speculated about. The survivors, unless they work hard to step forward, remain a blurred mass in the background.

Crime|Education|Europe|Science|Technology

Former classmates describe accused Brown shooter as ‘brilliant’ but arrogant and difficult

Former classmates describe accused Brown shooter as ‘brilliant’ but arrogant and difficult

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Events leading to the killings of Brown University students and MIT professor spanned decades

Events leading to the killings of Brown University students and MIT professor spanned decades

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Historic Beggs church bell tower gets new life through community donations

Historic Beggs church bell tower gets new life through community donations

Education|Science|Technology

Students make history: First aircraft built at Wright Brothers site since 1903

Students make history: First aircraft built at Wright Brothers site since 1903

Crime|Education|US

'A uniquely American experience' | Mason graduate recounts Brown University shooting that killed 2 students

'A uniquely American experience' | Mason graduate recounts Brown University shooting that killed 2 students

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‘You put the top on, and your life is sucked out of you’: The fight to change women’s sports uniforms

‘You put the top on, and your life is sucked out of you’: The fight to change women’s sports uniforms

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How to reduce gift-giving stress with your kids – a child psychologist’s tips for making magic and avoiding tears

Depending on family circumstances and a child’s personality type, gift giving runs the gamut of fun to terrifying. But the most important lesson goes beyond gifts.

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A little-known diversity visa program is paused after the Brown University shooting

The Portuguese suspect in the Brown University and MIT shootings came to the U.S. through the diversity immigrant visa program

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Young conservative women find a home in Turning Point with Charlie Kirk's widow at the helm

Young women who have grown emboldened in their conservative beliefs are attending the annual conference held by Turning Point USA

Education|Environment|Science|Technology|World

Scientists used specialized equipment to dive into the ocean’s ‘twilight zone.’ They found creatures never seen before

Scientists used specialized equipment to dive into the ocean’s ‘twilight zone.’ They found creatures never seen before

Education|Entertainment|Environment|Health|Lifestyle

Kansas City-area teacher walks 16 miles for third night in a row to collect coats for children in need

Kansas City-area teacher walks 16 miles for third night in a row to collect coats for children in need

Business|Economy|Education|Finance|Political

Trump administration will appeal judge's order reversing federal funding cuts at Harvard

The Trump administration is appealing a federal judge’s order reversing billions of dollars in funding cuts to Harvard University

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Kennedy Center gets new signage bearing Trump’s name

Kennedy Center gets new signage bearing Trump’s name

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Miami's Marcus Allen diagnosed with non-Hodgkin lymphoma, will miss remainder of season

Miami sophomore forward Marcus Allen has been diagnosed with non-Hodgkin lymphoma and will miss the rest of the season

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How a small school in the Virginia mountains slowly became college football’s most unlikely national title contender

How a small school in the Virginia mountains slowly became college football’s most unlikely national title contender

Economy|Education|Environment|Lifestyle|Travel|World

Americans are hungry for community. So why don’t we have more European-style squares?

Americans are hungry for community. So why don’t we have more European-style squares?

Economy|Education|Health|Political

These are Americans' biggest priorities for the government in 2026, according to a new AP-NORC poll

A new AP-NORC poll finds that Americans are more likely to prioritize health care than they were last year

Crime|Education|Technology

Brown University has over 1,200 surveillance cameras. Why that wasn’t enough to capture video of the shooting suspect

Brown University has over 1,200 surveillance cameras. Why that wasn’t enough to capture video of the shooting suspect

Education|Health|Opinion|Science|World

The world risks forgetting one of humanity’s greatest triumphs as polio nears global eradication − 70 years after Jonas Salk developed the vaccine in a Pittsburgh lab

Polio may finally be defeated in the next 5 years. Will the world recognize what an extraordinary achievement that is?

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Medieval peasants probably enjoyed their holiday festivities more than you do

The Middle Ages weren’t as dreary and desperate as you’d think, and peasants often had weeks of idle time during the holidays. On Christmas Day, the party was just getting started.

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How sewage can be used to heat and cool buildings

Wastewater flushed down the drain can be used to heat and cool homes and buildings in a sustainable way and climate experts say it's an untapped source of energy due to its stable temperature of approximately 70°F

Education|Opinion|Science|Technology

People are getting their news from AI – and it’s altering their views

Even when information is factually accurate, how it’s presented can introduce subtle biases. As large language models increasingly bring people the news, this bias is a looming problem.

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I study rat nests − here’s why rodents make great archivists

An archaeologist reveals what she learned from sifting through a 200-year-old rat nest recovered from a historic Philadelphia home.

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It’s more than OK for kids to be bored − it’s good for them

Boredom is a healthy part of life. Experiencing it can help children learn to set goals and make plans.

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Local democracy is holding strong, but rural communities are falling behind, new survey of Michigan officials shows

Officials from 70% of Michigan’s 1,856 cities, villages, counties and townships completed the survey.

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Forage for food—without killing your guests

Forage for food—without killing your guests

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RFK Jr. wants to scrutinize the vaccine schedule – but its safety record is already decades long

Federal officials are questioning the safety of the vaccine series children receive. Here’s the story of how the childhood vaccine schedule came about.

Crime|Education|Europe|US

How investigators zeroed in on the Brown University shooting suspect and linked him to the killing of an MIT professor

How investigators zeroed in on the Brown University shooting suspect and linked him to the killing of an MIT professor

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How 1 anonymous tipster cracked the Brown University shooting case

Law enforcement officials say an anonymous tipster known only as “John” helped crack the case of two Brown University students' deaths and the wounding of nine others

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Man suspected in Brown University shooting and MIT professor’s killing is found dead, officials say

Officials say a man who is suspected in last weekend’s mass shooting at Brown University and in the fatal shooting of a Massachusetts Institute of Technology professor has been found dead in a New Hampshire storage facility

Education|Sports|World

California school district near Nevada caught up in a dispute over transgender athlete policies

A Northern California school district near the state's border with Nevada is caught up in a dispute over the states' differing policies on the participation of transgender athletes

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Church repatriates sacred rock covered with petroglyphs after 14-year effort

A rock covered with petroglyphs created centuries ago by the ancestors of the Northwestern Band of the Shoshone Nation is back home in the mountains of Utah

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Exclusive: HHS planning to overhaul childhood vaccine schedule to recommend fewer shots, source says

Exclusive: HHS planning to overhaul childhood vaccine schedule to recommend fewer shots, source says

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Brown University shooting suspect found dead, officials say

Brown University shooting suspect found dead, officials say

Business|Crime|Economy|Education|Environment|US

Retired NASCAR driver Greg Biffle and family among 7 killed in North Carolina plane crash

Retired NASCAR driver Greg Biffle, his wife, and their two children are among the seven people killed in a plane crash in North Carolina

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This college entrance exam was so hard an official had to resign. Could you ace these questions?

This college entrance exam was so hard an official had to resign. Could you ace these questions?

Education

Four-term North Carolina Gov. Jim Hunt, a leader in education reform, dies at 88

Four-term North Carolina Democratic Gov. Jim Hunt, a major figure in late 20th-century state politics, has died at 88

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Maine high school student accused of having a hit list, researching weapons

Maine high school student accused of having a hit list, researching weapons

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Kansas tribe ends nearly $30 million deal with ICE

A Kansas tribe said it has walked away from a nearly $30 million federal contract to come up with preliminary designs for immigrant detention centers after facing a wave of online criticism

Crime|Education|Entertainment|Health

Remains found in 1988 identified as missing Toppenish woman after 38 years

Remains found in 1988 identified as missing Toppenish woman after 38 years

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Records show Ohio University football coach was fired for multiple violations of his contract

Brian Smith was fired as Ohio University’s head football coach for multiple violations of his contract, including an extramarital affair with an undergraduate student, according to records obtained Thursday by The Associated Press through a public records request

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Wharton professor explains how to really achieve your goals

Katy Milkman, professor at the University of Pennsylvania's Wharton School of Business, details science-backed and proven ways you can turn those New Year's resolutions into a reality this year. Milkman's book, "How to Change," offers even more tips to help you achieve your goals.

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MPS School bus driver falsely accused of driving impaired by student

MPS School bus driver falsely accused of driving impaired by student

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More photos from Epstein’s estate released by House Democrats as deadline to release DOJ files looms

More photos from Epstein’s estate released by House Democrats as deadline to release DOJ files looms

Americas|Business|Economy|Education|Political

Judge dismisses complaint against Miami land transfer for Trump’s presidential library

A judge in Miami has dismissed a complaint challenging a college’s decision to gift prime downtown real estate for President Donald Trump’s future presidential library

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Iowa 5-year-old raises $5,000 to cover dog adoption fees before Christmas

Iowa 5-year-old raises $5,000 to cover dog adoption fees before Christmas

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Indiana boy praised for heroic effort to save friend from drowning at birthday party

Indiana boy praised for heroic effort to save friend from drowning at birthday party

Americas|Crime|Education|Europe|Lifestyle

"Hug them a little tighter," grandfather of Maine bus victim speaks out

"Hug them a little tighter," grandfather of Maine bus victim speaks out

Education|Environment|Science|Technology

Hubble Space Telescope spies dusty debris from two cosmic collisions

NASA's Hubble Space Telescope has gotten a rare peek at the aftermath of two cosmic collisions — and helped scientists solve a decades-old mystery

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Democrats will not release the ‘autopsy’ of their 2024 presidential loss

Democrats will not release the ‘autopsy’ of their 2024 presidential loss

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Mamdani has a place in NYC history. But which place in a centuries-long list of mayors?

Zohran Mamdani can claim multiple firsts when he becomes New York’s mayor Jan. 1

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Miami’s new mayor faces a housing affordability crisis, city charter reform and a shrinking budget

Eileen Higgins won a hard-fought election to become Miami’s new mayor. Now for the hard part – governing the city.

Crime|Education|Entertainment|Lifestyle

Truck driver helps save toddler found alone in busy intersection

Truck driver helps save toddler found alone in busy intersection

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Pope names fellow Chicagoan, Bishop Ronald Hicks, as new archbishop of New York

Pope Leo XIV has made a significant U.S. appointment by naming Bishop Ronald Hicks as the next archbishop of New York

Arts|Business|Economy|Education|Health|Lifestyle|Science|Technology

Resolve to stop punching the clock: Why you might be able to change when and how long you work

Thinking about what makes work worth doing and what you would do with your time if you weren’t spending it at work are useful questions to pose this and every year.

Arts|Education

Large trunks discovered in a basement offer a window into the lives and struggles of early Filipino migrants

A trove of century-old belongings − from farm tools to pillowcases − tells the story of Filipinos who migrated to California to build a new life, a journey now honored in a Smithsonian exhibition.

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Tennis is set for a ‘Battle of the Sexes’ sequel – with no movement behind it

Billie Jean King’s 1973 match was about social change. The upcoming Sabalenka-Kyrgios event – with its rules tweaks and its participants’ questionable politics – may leave women’s tennis worse off.

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Along the Texas Coast, a new sanctuary aims to protect the endangered and rare whooping crane

Partners at the International Crane Foundation and The Conservation Fund have secured permanent protection of more than 3,300 acres of high-priority wintering habitat for whooping cranes near Port Aransas, Texas

Crime|Education|Science|Technology

There’s little evidence tech is much help stopping school shootings

The $4 billion school security industry can’t back up claims for its tech. The silver lining: That’s partly because there aren’t enough shootings to study.

Education|Environment|Health|Opinion|Science

‘This year nearly broke me as a scientist’ – US researchers reflect on how 2025’s science cuts have changed their lives

US science lost a great deal in 2025, including tens of billions of dollars of federal funding, entire research agencies and programs, and a generation of researchers.

Education|Environment|Science

With wolves absent from most of eastern North America, can coyotes replace them?

Wolves and coyotes feed on similar things – but their diets aren’t identical. A researcher studied predator diets to investigate their differences.

Education|Science|Technology

Why it’s so hard to tell if a piece of text was written by AI – even for AI

There are several methods for detecting whether a piece of text was written by AI. They all have limitations – and probably always will.

Education|Environment|Science

Catch the Ursid meteor shower as it peaks just before Christmas

The Ursid meteor shower is bringing fiery streaks to nighttime and early morning skies

Economy|Education|Health|Lifestyle|Political

Efforts to reconnect Americans face challenges in a lonely time

It’s been called an “epidemic” of loneliness and isolation

Business|Education|Environment|Health|Lifestyle

Bit by bit, small US groups chip away at historic levels of social isolation

Americans are disconnected from each other at historic levels, buffeted by what a former surgeon general calls an “epidemic of loneliness.”

Crime|Education|Europe|Lifestyle|Sports

Neighborhood cameras capture potential shooter's route around Brown University

Security footage released by the FBI shows a route taken by a person police are seeking in connection with the Brown University shooting

Crime|Education|Health

Investigators seek older video that might show the Brown campus shooter days before the attack

Authorities searching for a shooter who attacked students at Brown University are asking for tips from people who might have video of the shooter potentially casing the area the week before the attack

Education|Environment|Science

Discovery of ancient bee nests in fossils points to a never-before-seen behavior

Discovery of ancient bee nests in fossils points to a never-before-seen behavior

Education|Health

Leading pediatrics group loses funding for grants that HHS says don’t align with administration’s priorities

Leading pediatrics group loses funding for grants that HHS says don’t align with administration’s priorities

Crime|Education|Europe|Science|Technology

Shooting of MIT professor Nuno Loureiro has police searching for a suspect

Police have intensified their search for a suspect in the killing of Massachusetts Institute of Technology physics professor Nuno F

Crime|Education|World

Brown University to release early decision notices as the search goes on for a shooting suspect

Brown University says it's issuing early-decision admission offers Wednesday evening, even as the search continues for a suspect in the weekend mass shooting on campus

Education|Sports

Olivia Miles part of another transfer-replenished roster for undefeated No. 9 TCU

Graduate transfers Olivia Miles and Marta Suarez have helped No. 9 TCU get off to a 12-0 start

Crime|Education|Entertainment|Health

Harvard morgue manager who sold body parts like 'baubles' gets 8-year prison term

A former manager of the Harvard Medical School morgue in Boston has been sentenced to eight years in prison for stealing and selling body parts

Education|Environment|Political|Science|Technology

Trump administration moves to dissolve national climate research lab in Colorado

The Trump administration is moving to dissolve the National Center for Atmospheric Research in Colorado

Economy|Education|Environment

States brace for Trump's push to make oil drilling cheap again

A Republican push to make drilling cheaper on federal land is creating new fiscal pressure for states that depend on oil and gas revenue, most notably in New Mexico

Economy|Education|Environment|Science|Technology

Winds exceed 80 mph in the Inland NW, knocking down trees and power lines

Winds exceed 80 mph in the Inland NW, knocking down trees and power lines

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Colorado funeral home owners accused of stashing decaying bodies agree to plea deal ... again

Colorado funeral home owners accused of stashing decaying bodies agree to plea deal ... again

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Billionaire Ray Dalio joins push to fund Trump Accounts, pledging $75 million to Connecticut kids

The U.S. Treasury asked major philanthropic donors to contribute to new investment accounts for children Wednesday in part of what Secretary Scott Bessent called a “50 State Challenge” to raise funds for the Trump Accounts program

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Delaware County, Pennsylvania inmates prepare for life after jail by training rescue dogs

Delaware County, Pennsylvania inmates prepare for life after jail by training rescue dogs

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China exploits US-funded research on nuclear technology, a congressional report says

A congressional report says China exploits partnerships with U.S. researchers to give its military access to nuclear technology and other innovations with economic and national security applications

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Slender Man attacker won't contest state's effort to revoke release privileges after escape

A Wisconsin woman who almost killed her sixth-grade classmate to please horror villain Slender Man and then fled a group home won't fight the state's attempt to revoke her release privileges

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Teen drug use remains low, but survey finds small rise in heroin and cocaine use

A national survey shows teen use of alcohol, nicotine and marijuana remains at record lows

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Ames man accused of sexual exploitation after messaging officer posing as child

Ames man accused of sexual exploitation after messaging officer posing as child

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Florida anglers set 18 saltwater fishing records in 2025, including 12 youth achievements

Florida anglers set 18 saltwater fishing records in 2025, including 12 youth achievements

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Britain to rejoin EU’s Erasmus student exchange program in Brexit reversal

Britain to rejoin EU’s Erasmus student exchange program in Brexit reversal

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What Americans think about giving cash as holiday gifts, according to a new AP-NORC poll

A new AP-NORC poll finds that most U.S. adults are on board with giving cash or gift cards as holiday presents

Economy|Education|Environment|Health|Opinion|Science|Technology|World

Where the wild things thrive: Finding and protecting nature’s climate change safe havens

Protecting places that are likely to remain cool and moist as global temperatures rise can save wildlife of all kinds, but first we have to find them.

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Chevrolet Traverse vs Ford Explorer

Chevrolet versus Ford

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Trump’s second term is reshaping US science with unprecedented cuts and destabilizing policy changes

The Trump administration is rewriting the 80-year-old American social contract for science research.

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America faced domestic fascists before and buried that history

Although thousands of Americans embraced fascist ideas during the interwar years, a new study examines why the US has had little appetite to remember that past.

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He left nurses a stuffed animal. After his death, it took on a new meaning

He left nurses a stuffed animal. After his death, it took on a new meaning

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Unpaid caregiving work can feel small and personal, but that doesn’t take away its ethical value

Debating whether to step back from a career to take on caregiving responsibilities can be a tough decision – not just financially or emotionally but ethically as well.

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Jeff Bezos and Lauren Sánchez Bezos are awarding $5 million to a leader in neurodiversity education

Mega billionaire Amazon founder Jeff Bezos and Lauren Sánchez Bezos have donated $5 million to David Flink, founder of the Neurodiversity Alliance

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Haunted house and invisible demons: Tennessee Williams' early radio play 'The Strangers' publishes

Tennessee Williams' early radio play, “The Strangers,” is featured in The Strand this week

Education|Health|Science|US|World

When measles hit West Texas, school absences soared and it wasn't just sick kids who were out

When a measles outbreak hit West Texas this year, school absences surged far beyond the number of children who likely became sick

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Notre Dame running back Jeremiyah Love announces he's entering NFL draft

Notre Dame running back Jeremiyah Love is bypassing his senior season to enter the NFL draft

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Investigators release video timeline of the Brown campus shooting suspect's movements

Authorities have released a new video timeline and a slightly clearer image of the man suspected in the Brown University shooting

Crime|Education|Opinion|Science|Technology

School shootings dropped in 2025 - but schools are still focusing too much on safety technology instead of prevention

Prevention methods like lockdown drills do not account for many scenarios, including the likely case that a school shooter is a former or current student.

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CDC adopts advisers’ recommendation against universal hepatitis B vaccines for babies

CDC adopts advisers’ recommendation against universal hepatitis B vaccines for babies

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Last US cents sold at auction for a sum of $16.76 million were worth a pretty penny

Auction bidders spent top dollar for some of the final pennies to be circulated in the U.S. before the government ended the cent’s production

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US Capitol unveils statue of teen civil rights icon Barbara Rose Johns, taking Robert E. Lee's spot

The U.S. Capitol has begun displaying a statue of a teenaged Barbara Rose Johns as she protested poor conditions at her segregated Virginia high school

Americas|Crime|Education|Europe

What to know about the search for the Brown University shooting suspect

With the Brown University shooter still on the loose, authorities released a video timeline of a suspect and police fanned out to Providence schools to reassure parents, kids and teachers as investigators push for new evidence that might help them crack the case

Education|Political|World

Maryland to consider slavery reparations after Gov. Wes Moore's veto is overridden

Maryland will create a commission to study potential slavery reparations in the state, after lawmakers overrode a veto by Democratic Gov. Wes Moore

Crime|Education|Health

Brown mourns the loss of an aspiring doctor and campus leader to the campus attack

Brown University is mourning the loss of two students killed in a classroom shooting

Crime|Education|Entertainment|Lifestyle|US

An aspiring neurosurgeon and a ‘faithful bright light:’ What we know about the two students killed in the Brown mass shooting

An aspiring neurosurgeon and a ‘faithful bright light:’ What we know about the two students killed in the Brown mass shooting

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Indiana's Curt Cignetti becomes the first back-to-back winner of AP coach of the year

Curt Cignetti has been named The Associated Press coach of the year in college football for the second consecutive season

Arts|Celebrity|Education|Entertainment|Interview|Lifestyle

Christine Baranski narrates `A Christmas Carol' before returning for `The Gilded Age' season 4

Christine Baranski has teamed with the Skylark Vocal Ensemble for a unique rendition of Charles Dickens' “A Christmas Carol.”

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Fans celebrate Jane Austen's 250th birthday in Britain and beyond

Fans of Jane Austen are celebrating the author's 250th birthday with events in Britain and beyond

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10-year-old boy burned in plane crash returns home: "It's a miracle"

10-year-old boy burned in plane crash returns home: "It's a miracle"

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Social media before bedtime wreaks havoc on sleep—a sleep researcher explains why screens alone aren't the main culprit

The Conversation reports on one of the most common yet underestimated factors interfering with our sleep these days—how we engage with social media before bed.

Education|Environment|Health|Technology|Travel

Doctors told a dad his daughter would never walk on her own. He built a way to get her on the trails.

The Salt Lake Tribune shares a story about a cart, built by a Utah father whose daughter could no longer walk, that is redefining outdoor accessibility for families around the world.

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Mahjong gains popularity in Shreveport with dedicated classroom and social space

Mahjong gains popularity in Shreveport with dedicated classroom and social space

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'It made me a better mom': Home visiting program delivers support for families

The 74 reports on how trained parent educators help St. Louis parents and caregivers navigate developmental milestones and support kids from birth until kindergarten.

Education|Health|Science|Technology

Gazing into the mind’s eye with mice – how neuroscientists are seeing human vision more clearly

It was once believed that mice had relatively poor vision. Turns out mice are far from blind – and studying how their vision is shaped by their environment and behavior can clarify the same in people.

Economy|Education|Opinion|Science|Technology

A, B, C or D – grades might not say all that much about what students are actually learning

Grades can magnify inequities that exist in American schools, making it harder for some students to succeed.

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Family of girl killed after go-kart crash retains law firm, alleges 'mechanical failures'

Family of girl killed after go-kart crash retains law firm, alleges 'mechanical failures'

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Merriam-Webster’s 2025 word of the year takes aim at poor AI content

Merriam-Webster’s 2025 word of the year takes aim at poor AI content

Education|Environment|Science|Technology|World

As reefs vanish, assisted coral fertilization offers hope in the Dominican Republic

In an underwater nursery just off the Dominican Republic coast, tiny corals born in a laboratory are slowly growing under the eye of conservationists

Business|Economy|Education|Finance|Health

Phil and Penny Knight's donation tops the Chronicle of Philanthropy's list of 2025's biggest gifts

The Chronicle of Philanthropy’s annual list of the biggest charitable donations from individuals or their foundations totals $5 billion in 2025

Education|Environment|Science|Technology|Travel

The North Pole keeps moving – here’s how that affects Santa’s holiday travel and yours

There are actually two North Poles. One has been wandering over northern Canada and north of there for years. An earth scientist explains why and what it means for holiday travel.

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Artist Theaster Gates will create a monumental ode to Black beauty at the Obama Presidential Center

Artist Theaster Gates will create a monumental ode to Black beauty at the Obama Presidential Center

Americas|Education|Environment|Health|Science|World

24 endangered sea turtles recovering in Florida after cold stunning off Cape Cod

Two dozen Kemp's ridley sea turtles are rehabilitating in Florida after cold waters off Cape Cod left them with frostbite and pneumonia

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Gary from Zootopia 2 is a hit in China. Now young people are buying venomous pit vipers

Gary from Zootopia 2 is a hit in China. Now young people are buying venomous pit vipers

Crime|Education

Search for the Brown University shooter continues as questions swirl about campus security

Authorities are again searching for the person seen in grainy video walking away from the Brown University shooting that killed two students and injured nine

Crime|Education|Interview|US|World

‘I locked eyes with him’: Teaching assistant recalls moment Brown University shooter entered his classroom

Brown University teaching assistant Joseph Oduro walks Dana Bash through the horrifying moments when a shooter entered his classroom and opened fire on his students.

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‘Scared is the only way to put it’: Brown campus remains on edge with killer on the loose

‘Scared is the only way to put it’: Brown campus remains on edge with killer on the loose

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Biff Poggi tells signees and parents Michigan hopes to hire a coach by end of month, AP source says

Michigan interim football coach Biff Poggi had a Zoom call with the program’s signees and their parents just hours after Sherrone Moore was fired last week

Crime|Education|Health

An aspiring neurosurgeon and a campus Republican died in the Brown campus shooting

An aspiring neurosurgeon at Brown University and a leader of a campus Republicans group were in a study group preparing for an economics final, with the end of the semester in sight

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Vanderbilt's Langston Patterson among 5 seeking injunction to play 2026 season

Five college football players at power-conference schools asked a federal judge on Monday for a preliminary injunction to play a fifth year next season

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Epstein’s victims deserve more attention than his ‘client list’

Powerful men connected to Jeffrey Epstein are named, dissected and speculated about. The survivors, unless they work hard to step forward, remain a blurred mass in the background.

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With new memoir, Tom Freston hopes to show young people there are multiple paths to success

Tom Freston could tell endless stories about the formative days of MTV and late nights with rock stars

Crime|Education|Europe

Roommate of Brown University shooting victim remembers him as kind and full of joy

Roommate of Brown University shooting victim remembers him as kind and full of joy

Education|Political|World

Professors, students appeal ruling on Alabama law banning DEI initiatives at public universities

A group of students and professors in Alabama is appealing a state law that bans diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives in public schools

Education|Environment|Science

Some dolphins appear to have orca friends. Scientists think they have figured out what’s going on

Some dolphins appear to have orca friends. Scientists think they have figured out what’s going on

Business|Crime|Economy|Education|Opinion|Political|Science|World

Pardons are political, with modern presidents expanding their use

Trump and Biden have issued pardons at a faster clip than their predecessors. Many of their decisions appear to have been political or personal in nature.

Economy|Education|Health|Science|Technology

How the NIH became the backbone of American medical research and a major driver of innovation and economic growth

The agency’s budget has grown steadily since the 1960s, fueling an industry that creates lifesaving medicines and attracts billions of dollars in investment.

Crime|Education|Health|World

Person of interest in custody in Brown University shooting that left two students dead

A person of interest is in custody in connection with the shooting at Brown University, according to officials. The shooting, which happened during a final exam review session, left two students dead and nine others injured.

Education|Environment|Science

How are dark matter and antimatter different?

Normal matter – which makes up everything we see and touch – isn’t the only type of matter present in the universe.

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Christmas trees are more expensive than ever in Colorado — what gives?

Most Christmas trees are imported from other states, which drives up costs.

Education|Opinion|Science|Technology

The ‘one chatbot per child’ model for AI in classrooms conflicts with what research shows: Learning is a social process

AI tutors are often held up as an ideal, but prioritizing individualized teaching can detract from the benefits of learning in social environments.

Education|Environment|Science|Technology

2025’s extreme weather brought intense flash flooding, but no hurricane landfalls in the US – the jet stream is a big reason why

The US had a rare year without a hurricane make landfall, but it saw too much extreme rainfall and flash flooding across the country.

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Older adults may struggle to learn a new language but classes are a worthwhile exercise

It’s well established that children have an easier time learning second languages

Education|Opinion|Science|Technology

Science has always been marketed, from 18th-century coffeehouse demos of Newton’s ideas to today’s TikTok explainers

Science has always been part of a marketplace of ideas, where claims vie for audiences, resources and belief, and where power, persuasion and status shape which ideas are heard, trusted or forgotten.

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Interstellar comet keeps its distance as it makes its closest approach to Earth

A stray comet from another star is swinging past Earth

Arts|Education|Entertainment|Environment|Lifestyle

Baltimore cyclist finds joy in collecting lost hubcaps and stringing them into art

Cyclist Barnaby Wickham has collected more than 700 lost hubcaps, mostly on his bike rides around Baltimore

Business|Crime|Education|Lifestyle|US

Police release man detained as a person of interest in Brown University shooting

Police release man detained as a person of interest in Brown University shooting

Crime|Education|Health|World

Another campus, another night of terror: Brown University shooting traps students in a familiar nightmare

Another campus, another night of terror: Brown University shooting traps students in a familiar nightmare

Education|Sports

Fired then jailed: what we know about former University of Michigan’s head football coach, Sherrone Moore.

CNN News Central's Kate Bolduan and Andy Scholes break down the latest developments in the saga engulfing the world of college football.

Education|Entertainment|Science|Technology

Merriam-Webster’s 2025 word of the year is 'slop'

Merriam-Webster’s 2025 word of the year is “slop.”

Crime|Education|World

Authorities say they will release person of interest detained in Brown University shooting

Officials in Providence say they will release a person of interest detained in a Brown University shooting that killed two students and injured nine

Crime|Education|Health|Lifestyle|US|World

A Brown University student survived being shot in high school. Then came the active shooter alerts

Brown University junior Mia Tretta experienced a tragic sense of déjà vu when emergency alerts warned of a shooting on campus

Crime|Education|World

Wisconsin man identified as person of interest in connection with deadly Brown University shooting

Wisconsin man identified as person of interest in connection with deadly Brown University shooting

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The Latest: A person is in custody after deadly Brown University shooting leaves 2 dead, 9 wounded

Police in Rhode Island say they have a person of interest in custody after a shooting at Brown University killed two students and wounded nine others

Crime|Education|Sports

Ex-Michigan head football coach charged with home invasion, stalking and breaking and entering

Fired University of Michigan head football coach Sherrone Moore faces charges of a felony count of home invasion and multiple misdemeanors related to his arrest on Wednesday, just hours after he was dismissed. The university said in a statement Wednesday that a school investigation revealed “credible evidence” that Moore was “engaged in an inappropriate relationship with a staff member.” Moore's attorney, Joe Simon, said he is still learning about the facts of the case. Moore’s bond was set at $25,000 and he was given several conditions, including not leaving the state of Michigan, wearing a GPS tether, continuing mental health treatment and not contacting the woman involved in the case. His next court date is January 22.

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Beagle K-9s help deputies track suspects, missing persons

Beagle K-9s help deputies track suspects, missing persons

Crime|Education|Europe|US|World

Police search Brown University after shooter kills 2 and wounds 9 on campus

Authorities are searching for a shooter who killed at least two people and wounded nine others at Brown University

Crime|Education|World

The Latest: Deadly shooting at Brown University in Rhode Island

At least two people have been killed and eight critically wounded in a shooting at Brown University

Crime|Education|World

No suspect in custody after reports of a shooting at Brown University, officials say

No suspect in custody after reports of a shooting at Brown University, officials say

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Michigan expands investigation after firing Sherrone Moore, AP source says

The law firm hired by the University of Michigan to investigate former football coach Sherrone Moore’s relationship with a staffer will continue its probe of the program and is prepared to expand its inquiry throughout the athletic department

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Michigan search includes Arizona State's Kenny Dillingham, Missouri’s Eli Drinkwitz, AP source says

The firm hired by Michigan to search for a football coach to replace Sherrone Moore has contacted representatives for Arizona State’s Kenny Dillingham and Missouri’s Eli Drinkwitz

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Horvath to Heidenreich on 4th-and-goal leads No. 22 Navy to a 17-16 win over Army

Navy has beaten Army for a second straight season

Education|Entertainment|Lifestyle|Sports

Oscar Cluff scores 22, Braden Smith reaches new milestone as No. 6 Purdue beats Marquette 79-59

Oscar Cluff made all nine of his shots and finished with a season-high 22 points, and Braden Smith achieved yet another milestone with 10 more assists to lead No. 6 Purdue past Marquette 79-59

Education|Lifestyle|Sports

Morgan Scalley promoted from defensive coordinator to head coach at Utah, succeeding Whittingham

Morgan Scalley has been promoted from defensive coordinator to head coach at Utah

Business|Education|Sports

No. 1 Indiana keeps defensive coordinator Bryant Haines with new contract, AP source says

No. 1 Indiana is keeping defensive coordinator Bryant Haines after he agreed to a new contract that will make him one of the highest-paid assistant coaches in the nation, according to a person with knowledge of the deal

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'It's really overwhelming': Drone pilot works to find lost Wisconsin pets

'It's really overwhelming': Drone pilot works to find lost Wisconsin pets

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Skyrocketing ACA premiums force enrollees to make tough decisions

Skyrocketing ACA premiums force enrollees to make tough decisions

Business|Economy|Education|Health

Free child care for all? New Mexico is putting the theory to the test

Free child care for all? New Mexico is putting the theory to the test

Business|Economy|Education|Entertainment|Finance|Lifestyle

Expert tips to ease financial pressure and avoid holiday overspending

If you're feeling overwhelmed by the pressure to spend money on gifts, parties, and travel this holiday season, you're not alone

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Sherrone Moore’s firing and its shocking aftermath raises tough questions about the culture of Michigan’s athletic department

Sherrone Moore’s firing and its shocking aftermath raises tough questions about the culture of Michigan’s athletic department

Business|Economy|Education|Election|Finance|Health|Political

Democratic former Sen. Doug Jones launches campaign for Alabama governor

Former U.S. Sen. Doug Jones has launched his campaign for Alabama governor

Business|Education|Environment|Science|Technology

Before megalodon, researchers say a monstrous shark ruled ancient Australian seas

Researchers have dated vertebrae from a massive prehistoric shark thought to have ruled the waves off northern Australia back to further in the Cretaceous period than was previously known

Education|Entertainment|Sports

Indiana QB Fernando Mendoza wins Maxwell and O'Brien awards with Heisman on deck

Indiana quarterback Fernando Mendoza has won the Maxwell and Davey O’Brien awards on the eve of the Heisman Trophy presentation, with the redshirt junior heavily favored to take the top prize in college football

Business|Economy|Education|Environment|Political

New York is the 8th state found to have improperly issued commercial driver's licenses to immigrants

The federal government continues to find states improperly issuing commercial driver’s licenses to immigrants that remain valid after their authorization to be in the country expires, putting millions of dollars of funding at risk

Business|Education|Entertainment|Sports

Utah's Kyle Whittingham, most successful coach in the football program's history, is stepping down

Kyle Whittingham, who with 177 victories is the most successful coach in the history of the Utah football program, will be stepping down after the Utes’ appearance in the Las Vegas Bowl on Dec. 31

Crime|Education|Sports|US

Ex-Michigan head football coach Sherrone Moore charged with home invasion, stalking and breaking and entering

Ex-Michigan head football coach Sherrone Moore charged with home invasion, stalking and breaking and entering

Education|Health|Science|Technology

Labor vs. social robots? Humanoids focusing on accessibility were featured at Silicon Valley summit

Labor vs. social robots? Humanoids focusing on accessibility were featured at Silicon Valley summit

Crime|Education|Environment|Health

Fentanyl Fathers turn grief into prevention, visiting schools to save lives

Fentanyl Fathers turn grief into prevention, visiting schools to save lives

Arts|Education|Entertainment|Environment|Lifestyle|Opinion|US

Christine Choy, indie filmmaker who led seminal documentary on the killing of Vincent Chin, dies

Christine Choy, a trailblazer for Asian Americans in independent film and whose documentary on the fatal beating of Vincent Chin was nominated for an Academy Award, has died

Business|Economy|Education|World

Democratic states sue Trump administration over new $100,000 fee for H-1B visas

Democratic states sue Trump administration over new $100,000 fee for H-1B visas

Education|Health|Science|World

Florida plows ahead with push to roll back certain vaccine mandates for schoolchildren

Florida officials are plowing ahead with a proposal to roll back certain vaccine mandates for the state’s schoolchildren

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Tucson traffic stop yields $5.5M in fentanyl — more than 1 million pills

Tucson traffic stop yields $5.5M in fentanyl — more than 1 million pills

Business|Celebrity|Economy|Education|Election|Environment|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|US|World

Trump administration says sign language services 'intrude' on Trump's ability to control his image

The Trump administration argues that providing real-time American Sign Language interpretation for events like White House press briefings would intrude on the president’s control over his public image

Education|Entertainment|Environment|Science

One of the best meteor showers of the year will peak this weekend

One of the best meteor showers of the year will peak this weekend

Economy|Education|Environment|Science|Technology|Travel

High-speed rail moves millions throughout the world every day – but in the US, high cost and low use make its future bumpy

Although some high-speed rail has been built in the northeastern US, the rest of the country has almost none.

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Killing the penny was just the start. Trump is rewriting the rules on America’s coins

Killing the penny was just the start. Trump is rewriting the rules on America’s coins

Americas|Crime|Education|World

Somali flag flown outside Vermont school building over Trump 'garbage' slur brings threats

A Vermont school district is receiving racist and threatening messages after raising a Somali flag at a school building last week

Arts|Education

Trump administration replaces America 250 quarters honoring abolition and women’s suffrage with Mayflower and Gettysburg designs

US coins showcase American identity and public memory through their designs. The America 250 coins just unveiled reflect the nation’s divided politics and history.

Education|Opinion|Technology

How I rehumanize the college classroom for the AI-augmented age

A writer instructor recognizes the role of AI on campus, while elevating social connection and humanity into the college experience.

Business|Economy|Education|Environment|Finance

Donor-advised funds have more money than ever – and direct more of it to politically active charities

When foundations make grants to DAFs, the digital trail normally created instead becomes a dead end.

Education|Science|Technology

Can scientists detect life without knowing what it looks like? Research using machine learning offers a new way

A new machine learning model explores the boundary between biological and nonbiological chemistry.

Economy|Education|Europe|Health|Political|World

Italy's national strike called by main union disrupts transport and school services

A national strike called by Italy’s largest trade union in protest against the government’s budget plans has widely disrupted transportation, health and school services across the country

Education

Efforts to require Asian American history in schools after anti-Asian hate starting to pay off

Since pandemic-fueled anti-Asian hate surged in 2020, Asian American, Native Hawaiian and Pacific Islander advocates have mobilized to make AAPI history mandatory learning

Education

‘It’s a black hole’: Civil rights office at Department of Education veers from original mission

‘It’s a black hole’: Civil rights office at Department of Education veers from original mission

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A major strike in Portugal severely disrupts travel and public services

A strike called by Portugal’s two main trade union confederations has caused severe travel disruption and forced the cancellation of many medical appointments and school classes

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Australian teens were kicked off social media this week. Some are back already

Australian teens were kicked off social media this week. Some are back already

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AP Source: NWSL may adopt policy allowing teams to sign select players above the salary cap

The National Women’s Soccer League could soon adopt a roster mechanism that would allow teams to sign certain players over current salary cap rules, a person with knowledge of the proposal told The Associated Press

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Spectacular loss by Honduras' governing party spurs reflection and criticism

Honduras’ governing LIBRE party experienced a spectacular collapse in the presidential election, going from more than 50% of the vote four years ago to less than 20% this time

Education|Health|Political

Lawmakers urge Education Department to add nursing to 'professional' programs list amid uproar

A bipartisan group in Congress is urging the Education Department to add nursing to a list of college programs that are considered “professional.”

Economy|Education|Environment|Health|Science

SNAP benefits have been cut and disrupted – causing more kids to go without enough healthy food and harming child development

Having stable access to nutritious food sets children up for better mental and physical health into adulthood.

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Caitlin Clark, Paige Bueckers and Angel Reese bring a youth movement to USA Basketball camp

There’s a youth movement at USA Basketball camp this weekend with young WNBA players Paige Bueckers, Caitlin Clark and Angel Reese making their debuts with the senior national team

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New coins will commemorate 250th anniversary of American independence. Here's how they'll look

The U.S. Mint has unveiled designs for coins commemorating the 250th anniversary of American independence

Arts|Business|Education|Environment|Political|Sports

Florida's capital city approves plan to sell golf course built on slaves' graves, despite outcry

Local officials in Florida’s capital city have voted to sell a city-owned golf course built on top of the graves of enslaved people to a once-segregated country club

Business|Crime|Education|Lifestyle|Sports

Sherrone Moore was a once-promising coach until a sudden and stunning fall from grace at Michigan

Sherrone Moore was once a promising young leader

Crime|Education|Sports

Sherrone Moore's firing leaves Michigan and its troubled football program scrambling to find a coach

Michigan has quite a mess on its hands

Education|Environment|Science

Songbirds swap colorful plumage genes across species lines among their evolutionary neighbors

Interbreeding across species lines is one way helpful genes can spread into a bird population.

Business|Economy|Education|Environment|US

US national park gift shops ordered to purge merchandise promoting DEI

The Trump administration is expanding its crackdown on diversity, equity and inclusion by ordering national parks to remove certain items from gift shops

Education|Health|Science|World

Covid-19 vaccination substantially lowered risks for children last season, CDC report says

Covid-19 vaccination substantially lowered risks for children last season, CDC report says

Education|Health|Science|World

Hundreds are quarantined in South Carolina as measles spreads in 2 US outbreaks

Measles outbreaks in South Carolina and on the Arizona-Utah border are growing

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Senators clash over Trump's National Guard deployments as military leaders face questioning

Members of the Senate Armed Services Committee are clashing over President Donald Trump’s use of the National Guard in American cities

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Fernando Mendoza is AP player of the year after leading Indiana to 13-0 record and top seed in CFP

Fernando Mendoza was named Associated Press player of the year after leading unbeaten and top-ranked Indiana to its first Big Ten championship since 1967 and the No. 1 seed in the College Football Playoff

Crime|Education|Entertainment|Lifestyle|Technology

Kids damage Lehigh Acres garage door in social media 'door kick challenge' stunt caught on cam

Kids damage Lehigh Acres garage door in social media 'door kick challenge' stunt caught on cam

Crime|Education

'I believe he's innocent': Daniel Holtzclaw's family fights for his freedom 10 years post-conviction

'I believe he's innocent': Daniel Holtzclaw's family fights for his freedom 10 years post-conviction

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Sherrone Moore jailed as police investigate situation that led to the fired Michigan coach's arrest

Sherrone Moore is being held in jail while police investigate the situation that led to his arrest hours after the once-promising coach was fired at Michigan for what the school said was an inappropriate relationship with a staff member

Education|Environment|Health|Lifestyle|Travel

Quicksand traps hiker inside Arches National Park

Quicksand traps hiker inside Arches National Park

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'Star Wars' and 'Indiana Jones' rarities are in Lawrence Kasdan's university archive

Documents that detail Lawrence Kasdan’s career have been donated to the University of Michigan, the writer and director’s alma mater

Economy|Education|Environment|Health|Science

How one Florida program reduced preterm births – and how it could serve as a model for other communities

Central Hillsborough Healthy Start offers a model of community care that helps to prevent premature births.

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One of the world's most-visited museums plans an extension in an industrial Dutch city

Amsterdam's Rijksmuseum plans to open a new branch in Eindhoven

Economy|Education|Environment|Health|World

Time banks could ease the burden of elder care and promote connection

A diverse team of researchers, concerned that the global elder care crisis cannot be addressed by the market or the state alone, are seeking creative solutions.

Business|Economy|Education|Science|Technology

Polytechnic universities focus on practical, career-oriented skills, offering an alternative to traditional universities

Polytechnic universities try to incorporate skills-based learning into education.

Education|Opinion|Science|Technology

The Ivies can weather the Trump administration’s research cuts – it’s the nation’s public universities that have the most to lose

While headlines focus on Harvard and Columbia, state universities train far more STEM students, power the nation’s research engine and have fewer resources to weather sweeping cuts.

Economy|Education|World

Without affirmative action, elite colleges are prioritizing economic diversity in admissions

Some of the nation’s most prestigious colleges have been enrolling record numbers of low-income students as campuses prioritize economic diversity in the wake of a ban on affirmative action

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‘Trump Gold Card’ launches, offering expedited immigration pathway with a $1 million fee

‘Trump Gold Card’ launches, offering expedited immigration pathway with a $1 million fee

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Record flooding threatens Washington as more heavy rain pounds the Northwest

Residents of western Washington state began packing up and fleeing rising rivers as heavy rain causes rivers to rise

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‘What’s the worst thing that’s gonna happen?’ South Australia Premier says social media ban is about protecting children

‘What’s the worst thing that’s gonna happen?’ South Australia Premier says social media ban is about protecting children

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Botulism outbreak sickens more than 50 babies and expands to all ByHeart products

Federal health officials have expanded an outbreak of infant botulism tied to ByHeart baby formula to include any illnesses reported since the company began production in 2022

Crime|Education|US|World

Parent of student charged in shooting that killed teen at Kentucky State University

A parent of a Kentucky State University student has been charged with murder following a campus shooting

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Michigan fires head football coach Sherrone Moore after investigation into alleged ‘inappropriate relationship’ with staffer

Michigan fires head football coach Sherrone Moore after investigation into alleged ‘inappropriate relationship’ with staffer

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US suicide rate fell in 2024 after hovering at high level

The U.S. suicide rate has fallen after years of hovering at some of the highest levels ever reported, according to preliminary data from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention

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Tip ends 1983 abduction case in Jefferson County, sparks family reunion

Tip ends 1983 abduction case in Jefferson County, sparks family reunion

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Browns' Shedeur Sanders is keeping his focus on improving after a strong 3rd start

Shedeur Sanders is still learning to decipher NFL defenses, recognize coverages and make smarter decisions

Business|Education|Entertainment|Environment|Health|Lifestyle|Science|Technology

San Francisco woman gives birth in a Waymo self-driving taxi

Waymo's self-driving taxis have been in the spotlight for both negative and positive reasons

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Kamala Harris is extending her book tour in 2026 and hitting politically important territory

Kamala Harris is extending her book tour in 2026 and hitting politically important territory

Economy|Education|Environment|Health|Political

'Once in a generation opportunity': Narcan to be distributed to every public school in Georgia

'Once in a generation opportunity': Narcan to be distributed to every public school in Georgia

Business|Education|Environment|Health|Lifestyle

Local rescue builds outdoor shelters for cats during winter months

Local rescue builds outdoor shelters for cats during winter months

Arts|Business|Education|Entertainment

James Patterson gives $500 checks to 600 booksellers

Author James Patterson has surprised hundreds of booksellers with $500 checks for the holidays

Crime|Education|Health|Lifestyle

'We take for granted life,' Families react after deadly fight at North Forsyth High School

'We take for granted life,' Families react after deadly fight at North Forsyth High School

Education|Health|Technology

'The older the better': Child psychiatrist weighs in on new Australia law banning social media access for children under 16

Under Australia's new law, platforms, including Instagram, Facebook, Snapchat, Youtube, and TikTok, need to show they’ve taken “reasonable steps” to deactivate accounts used by children under 16 and to prevent new accounts being opened in order to avoid fines. CNN's Boris Sanchez and Brianna Keilar unpack the social media ban with child psychiatrist Victoria Dunckley.

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Trump's crackdown on immigration is taking a toll on child care workers

President Donald Trump’s push for the largest mass deportation in history has had an outsized impact on the child care field, which is heavily reliant on immigrants and already strained by a worker shortage

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Good Samaritan walks 6-year-old girl to school after finding her alone in freezing weather

Good Samaritan walks 6-year-old girl to school after finding her alone in freezing weather

Americas|Education|Entertainment|Europe|Health|Lifestyle

McKinney's "Grandma Stand" offers holiday comfort, connection and free advice

McKinney's "Grandma Stand" offers holiday comfort, connection and free advice

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1 student dead and another injured in shooting at Kentucky State University in Frankfort

1 student dead and another injured in shooting at Kentucky State University in Frankfort

Education|Environment|Health

Doulas play essential roles in reproductive health care – and more states are beginning to recognize it

Doulas bring a holistic, person-centered approach that can improve birth outcomes and lower overall costs.

Economy|Education|Environment|Health|Science

Exposure to neighborhood violence leads some Denver teens to use tobacco and alcohol earlier, new study shows

Girls are at an even greater risk of early substance use than boys.

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Supreme Court struggles over whether Alabama can execute man found to be intellectually disabled

The Supreme Court has heard arguments about how courts should decide borderline cases of whether convicted murderers are intellectually disabled and should be shielded from execution

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Lumbee Tribe poised to gain federal recognition through Defense bill

The Lumbee Tribe of North Carolina could be federally recognized through the National Defense Authorization Act the House plans to vote on this week

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Rod Paige, first Black to serve as US secretary of education, dies at 92

Rod Paige, the first African American to serve as U.S. secretary of education, has died at 92

Economy|Education|Finance|Health|Political

Senate heads toward dueling partisan votes on health care, with each likely to fail

The Senate is heading toward dueling partisan votes on health care this week

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Democrat wins Miami mayor’s race for the first time in nearly 30 years

Democrat Eileen Higgins has won the Miami mayor’s race over a Republican endorsed by President Donald Trump

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Prosecutors focus on DNA and blood evidence found in dumpsters at Brian Walshe’s murder trial

Prosecutors focus on DNA and blood evidence found in dumpsters at Brian Walshe’s murder trial

Business|Education|Health|Interview

Could a social media ban for kids work in the United States?

Dr. Jenny Radesky joins The Lead.

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Australia is banning young teens from social media. Could it happen in the US?

Australia is banning young teens from social media. Could it happen in the US?

Business|Economy|Education

Trump administration announces deal to end Biden-era student debt repayment plan

Trump administration announces deal to end Biden-era student debt repayment plan

Education|Environment|Health|Science

What are parents to do as doctors clash with Trump administration over vaccines?

The nation’s leading doctors groups are in a standoff with federal health officials over vaccines

Business|Crime|Education|Environment|Health

First group of K9 units certified to detect pure fentanyl

First group of K9 units certified to detect pure fentanyl

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Notre Dame AD still upset with ACC and CFP committee, calls for expansion to 16-team playoff field

Notre Dame athletic director Pete Bevacqua thinks there’s a simple solution to politicking for College Football Playoff spots: expansion

Arts|Education|Entertainment|Technology|World

Millions of Australian children just lost access to social media. What’s happening and will it work?

Millions of Australian children just lost access to social media. What’s happening and will it work?

Arts|Crime|Education|Political|World

Turkish student who criticized Israel can resume research at Tufts after visa revoked, judge rules

A federal judge has allowed a Tufts University student from Turkey to resume research and teaching while she challenges her arrest and detention by the Trump administration

Education|Health|Science|Technology

Nearly a third of American teens interact with AI chatbots daily, study finds

Nearly a third of American teens interact with AI chatbots daily, study finds

Business|Education|Environment|Health|Science|Technology

How a rare drug made from scientists' blood saves babies from botulism

An infant botulism outbreak has sickened at least 39 babies across the U.S. and underscored the crucial role of a medication that treats the rare disease

Business|Crime|Economy|Education|Health|Political

Illinois law protects immigrants from arrest near courthouses, hospitals or colleges

Illinois has a new law shielding immigrants from federal enforcement near courthouses, hospitals, university campuses, and day cares

Business|Economy|Education|Finance|World

Philanthropist MacKenzie Scott gave $7.1 billion to nonprofits in 2025, a major increase

The author and philanthropist MacKenzie Scott revealed $7.1 billion in donations to nonprofits in 2025 Tuesday, marking a significant increase in her annual giving from recent years

Education|Health|Lifestyle|Sports

Michigan parent files Title IX complaint over transgender student playing on girls volleyball team

Michigan parent files Title IX complaint over transgender student playing on girls volleyball team

Crime|Education|Political

Gov. Greg Abbott vows to add more Turning Point USA chapters to Texas schools

Gov. Greg Abbott vows to add more Turning Point USA chapters to Texas schools

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Little Village families hold annual Our Lady of Guadalupe procession

Little Village families hold annual Our Lady of Guadalupe procession

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Stockton music artists invite children to record 'peace anthem' after mass shooting leaves 4 dead

Stockton music artists invite children to record 'peace anthem' after mass shooting leaves 4 dead

Crime|Education|Health|World

Madison doctors recall lifesaving efforts on school shooting anniversary

Madison doctors recall lifesaving efforts on school shooting anniversary

Education|Environment|Health|Science

Testing points to likely cause after 70+ vultures found dead on Ohio school grounds

Testing points to likely cause after 70+ vultures found dead on Ohio school grounds

Crime|Education

Assistant principal at Spartanburg County school charged with failure to report child abuse, police say

Assistant principal at Spartanburg County school charged with failure to report child abuse, police say

Crime|Education|Political|Sports|World

High school students in San Jose form swastika on football field, post image with Hitler quote on social media

High school students in San Jose form swastika on football field, post image with Hitler quote on social media

Education|Environment|Health|Lifestyle|Science

Parkinson’s disease is on the rise. 5 expert tips to reduce your risk of developing it

Parkinson’s disease is on the rise. 5 expert tips to reduce your risk of developing it

Australia|Education|Political|World

Teens fight Australia’s social media ban in court

The Australian government says it has banned under-16s from social media for their own safety. Now, two teens are fighting the law in court, arguing a right to political expression. CNN's Angus Watson reports.

Economy|Education|Environment|Health

6 myths about rural America: How conventional wisdom gets it wrong

Many people understand rural America through stereotypes. Two scholars who study rural communities bust 6 of those myths, complicating the conventional wisdom.

Economy|Education

Young, undocumented immigrants are finding it increasingly hard to attend college as South Carolina and other states restrict in-state tuition or ban them altogether

Not letting undocumented students pay in-state tuition at public colleges and universities can make the cost of a college education prohibitive.

Education|Entertainment|Environment|Science|Technology

How to watch one of the year's best meteor showers, the Geminids

It's time for the Geminid meteor shower, one of the strongest of the year

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Angola’s slavery museum confronts the darkest horrors of the trade — and honors those who fought back

Angola’s slavery museum confronts the darkest horrors of the trade — and honors those who fought back

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Trump administration quietly builds plans for what would happen if Maduro were ousted in Venezuela

Trump administration quietly builds plans for what would happen if Maduro were ousted in Venezuela

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Australia's social media ban leaves a 15-year-old worried about losing touch with friends

Australia has introduced a world-first social media ban for children under 16, starting Wednesday

Crime|Education|Health|Lifestyle

Man who says religious group beat him wants prosecutor removed after long wait for retrial

A man who says he was held down and beaten by members of a religious group in North Carolina wants the prosecutor removed from his case

Business|Economy|Education|World

Corporate America ‘risks rolling back progress’ for women, says new report

Corporate America ‘risks rolling back progress’ for women, says new report

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Georgia O'Keeffe's views of the New Mexico desert will be preserved with conservation plan

A new conservation plan would preserve pristine desert vistas beside the longtime home of 20th century painter Georgia O’Keeffe and ensure visitors continued access to a spiritual retreat, along with winter pasture for livestock

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Notre Dame's Love, Indiana's Mendoza, Vanderbilt's Pavia, Ohio State's Sayin named Heisman finalists

Notre Dame running back Jeremiyah Love, Indiana quarterback Fernando Mendoza, Vanderbilt quarterback Diego Pavia and Ohio State quarterback Julian Sayin are the finalists for the Heisman Trophy given to the top player in college football

Africa|Crime|Education|World

100 schoolchildren abducted in Nigeria are released but more are still held

A total of 100 of the schoolchildren abducted from a Nigerian Catholic school and released over the weekend have been hosted at a government-organized ceremony

Crime|Education|US|World

Trump administration has revoked 85,000 visas since January, State Department official says

Trump administration has revoked 85,000 visas since January, State Department official says

Education|Entertainment|US

Supreme Court declines to hear Texas book ban appeal in case watched by free speech groups

The U.S. Supreme Court has declined to hear an appeal on a Texas free speech case

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Social worker killed on job described by coworker as "passionate, wonderful person"

Social worker killed on job described by coworker as "passionate, wonderful person"

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Family on mission to help others navigate pain of stillbirth & infant loss

Family on mission to help others navigate pain of stillbirth & infant loss

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'Brought out the kid in me': Sooner fans, businesses celebrate hosting playoff game in Norman

'Brought out the kid in me': Sooner fans, businesses celebrate hosting playoff game in Norman

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Holiday helpers bring Christmas spirit to senior

Holiday helpers bring Christmas spirit to senior

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Man helps Children’s Hospital patients turn artwork into holiday cards

Man helps Children’s Hospital patients turn artwork into holiday cards

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Archdiocese weighs in on church’s ‘Ice Was Here’ nativity scene

Archdiocese weighs in on church’s ‘Ice Was Here’ nativity scene

Education|Lifestyle|US|World

Arkansas veterans reflect on the meaning of Pearl Harbor Remembrance Day

Arkansas veterans reflect on the meaning of Pearl Harbor Remembrance Day

Education|Entertainment|Sports

Greensboro Six honored in ceremony 70 years after they fought segregation by playing the game they loved

Greensboro Six honored in ceremony 70 years after they fought segregation by playing the game they loved

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PASS IT ON: Boy asks for fishing stories instead of toys for Christmas

PASS IT ON: Boy asks for fishing stories instead of toys for Christmas

Education|Environment|Health

Carcasses of vultures found dead at school test positive for bird flu

Carcasses of vultures found dead at school test positive for bird flu

Education|Entertainment|Lifestyle|Sports|US

13-year-old turns skateboarding competition into holiday toy collection

13-year-old turns skateboarding competition into holiday toy collection

Business|Education|Health|Technology|World

Massachusetts court hears arguments in lawsuit alleging Meta designed apps to be addictive to kids

Massachusetts’ highest court heard oral arguments Friday in the state’s lawsuit arguing that Meta designed features on Facebook and Instagram to make them addictive to young users

Education|Entertainment|Environment|Lifestyle

'So beautiful': Community hosts farewell celebration for historic 250-year-old tree

'So beautiful': Community hosts farewell celebration for historic 250-year-old tree

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Down syndrome employees find dream job with Kansas City Chiefs

Down syndrome employees find dream job with Kansas City Chiefs

Education|Environment|Health|Science

Mystery foot fossil may shake up human family tree

Mystery foot fossil may shake up human family tree

Education|Entertainment|Lifestyle|Sports

Longtime Indiana University football fan celebrates historic winning season after 7 decades of support

Longtime Indiana University football fan celebrates historic winning season after 7 decades of support

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Mom's 'angel tree' helping grieving parents during holidays

Mom's 'angel tree' helping grieving parents during holidays

Arts|Crime|Education|Entertainment|Lifestyle

VA community saves Christmas after vandals destroy 40-foot cedar tree: 'It really worked out'

VA community saves Christmas after vandals destroy 40-foot cedar tree: 'It really worked out'

Education|Entertainment|Health|Lifestyle|Sports

Cancer survivor buys suits for McDaniel College football seniors

Cancer survivor buys suits for McDaniel College football seniors

Education|Entertainment|Lifestyle|Sports|Travel

Motorcycle toy run aims to set world record

Motorcycle toy run aims to set world record

Education|Health|Science

Why can’t I wiggle my toes one at a time, like my fingers?

What muscles feet have, how your brain controls them, and how humans evolved all play a part in why people can’t easily move individual toes.

Crime|Economy|Education|Environment|Health|Technology

Florida’s new reporting system is shining a light on human trafficking in the Sunshine State

Florida’s new unified human trafficking database allows criminologists to determine the scope of the problem and find patterns of exploitation.

Arts|Education|Environment|Science|Technology|Travel|World

What does it mean to be a new national park? Ocmulgee Mounds in Georgia may soon find out

Ocmulgee Mounds may soon be redesignated by Congress as America’s 64th national park. But what does this actually mean, and why does it matter?

Business|Crime|Education|Interview|Political

Are sanctuary policing policies no more than a public relations facade?

In a new book based on hours of body-cam footage, a legal scholar shows how local police in sanctuary jurisdictions still help ICE − and why true non-cooperation is nearly impossible to enforce.

Crime|Education|Opinion|Political|World

The law meets its limits – what ‘Nuremberg’ reveals about guilt, evil and the quest for global justice

The new film highlights how the tribunal broke ground – and where it fell short – raising enduring questions about complicity, morality and whether humanity can ever truly judge its worst crimes.

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Bloomberg expands his support of mayors globally to help save democracy. And improve trash pickup

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CNN Heroes: Looking back at Robert Redford’s legacy and his fight to protect the planet

Acclaimed actor and director Robert Redford was one of the first celebrities to use his platform to draw attention to environmental issues in the 1970s. For more than four decades, he advocated to preserve the earth’s natural resources and protect the planet from climate change. He is this year’s CNN Heroes Legacy Award honoree, introduced by Meryl Streep.

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Kabuki film ‘Kokuho’ is a box office hit aiming for the Oscars. It could help revive the art form itself

Kabuki film ‘Kokuho’ is a box office hit aiming for the Oscars. It could help revive the art form itself

Arts|Business|Education|Entertainment|Environment

CNN announces the 2025 Hero of the Year Quilen Blackwell

CNN’s Anderson Cooper and Laura Coates announce the 2025 CNN Hero of the Year during CNN Heroes: An All-Star Tribute.

Education|Entertainment|Sports

Indiana grabs top seed in College Football Playoff. Alabama and Miami make it, Notre Dame left out

Alabama and Miami are in, Notre Dame is out and Indiana is No. 1 in the College Football Playoff’s 12-team bracket

Americas|Crime|Education|Health|Lifestyle|Political|World

Women protest gender-based violence across Brazil following shocking cases

Tens of thousands of women in cities across Brazil have rallied against gender-based violence amid record numbers of female victims

Education|Sports

Vanderbilt was serious about scheduling a 13th game to bolster its CFP chances

Vanderbilt coach Clark Lea lobbied all week and offered to add a 13th game to the schedule, “in the parking lot” if they had to, for one more shot at impressing the College Football Playoff selection committee

Arts|Education|World

Unseen photos of Rosa Parks return to Montgomery, Alabama, seven decades later

Newly released photos of Rosa Parks emphasize lesser-known aspects of her legacy

Education|Entertainment|Sports

The Latest: College Football Playoff sees Indiana at No. 1 with Miami and Bama making the cut

The College Football Playoff rankings have been released

Education|Health|Lifestyle|Science

Family raises more than $500k for research for 6-year-old daughter's terminal disease

Family raises more than $500k for research for 6-year-old daughter's terminal disease

Arts|Education|Entertainment|World

Nobel literature laureate Krasznahorkai delivers rare lecture in Stockholm

Hungarian author and Nobel Prize for Literature 2025 winner László Krasznahorkai, known for his surreal and anarchic novels, gave a rare public lecture in Stockholm on Sunday

Business|Education|Environment|Science|Technology

Researchers at UW-Platteville find way to convert spoiled milk into 3D printing plastic

Researchers at UW-Platteville find way to convert spoiled milk into 3D printing plastic

Americas|Business|Economy|Education|Finance|Political|US|World

Trump blames Maduro for migrants, but a war in Venezuela could create millions of refugees

Trump blames Maduro for migrants, but a war in Venezuela could create millions of refugees

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Bullet-pocked marker memorializing 1918 lynching goes on display in Atlanta

An exhibit opening Monday in Atlanta shows a historical marker from the site of a 1918 lynching that was repeatedly vandalized

Arts|Economy|Education|Entertainment

Inside Trump’s transformation of the Kennedy Center

Inside Trump’s transformation of the Kennedy Center

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Swing-district Republican sounds alarm over GOP’s affordability agenda: ‘Doing nothing is not an option’

Swing-district Republican sounds alarm over GOP’s affordability agenda: ‘Doing nothing is not an option’

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No. 2 Indiana caps Cignetti's incredible turnaround by beating No. 1 Ohio St. for Big Ten title

From the moment Curt Cignetti took Indiana’s head coaching job, he made it clear this would be a different program

Business|Education|Sports|World

Can Alabama make it into the College Football Playoff with 3 losses? Can Duke make it with 5?

Alabama is forcing the group that will set the College Football Playoff bracket to ask: Should a 12-team tournament include a team with three losses

Education|Entertainment|Sports

Fans of other schools rejoice at ACC title game as Duke win increases CFP uncertainty

Duke's overtime win against No. 16 Virginia in the Atlantic Coast Conference title game attracted its share of curious onlookers, given the league's uncertain footing for College Football Playoff bids

Arts|Business|Education|Environment|Lifestyle

Quilen Blackwell, whose nonprofit ‘farm-to-vase’ flower shop employs at-risk youth, is CNN’s Hero of the Year

Quilen Blackwell, whose nonprofit ‘farm-to-vase’ flower shop employs at-risk youth, is CNN’s Hero of the Year

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Texas Tech earns Big 12 title and likely first-round CFP bye with 34-7 win over BYU

Texas Tech linebacker Ben Roberts had two interceptions after halftime and the No. 5 Red Raiders won the Big 12 championship with 34-7 victory over BYU

Education|Political|US|World

National Park Service drops free admission on MLK Day, Juneteenth while adding Trump's birthday

The National Park Service will no longer offer free admission to Americans on Martin Luther King Jr. Day or Juneteenth, but will waive admission costs on President Donald Trump's birthday

Crime|Education|Lifestyle|Sports|US

Hundreds pay tribute to Oakland coach John Beam in first organized memorial since killing

Hundreds pay tribute to Oakland coach John Beam in first organized memorial since killing

Education|Entertainment|Environment|Lifestyle|Travel

Annual Christmas Tree Ship with 1,200 trees arrives at Navy Pier on Saturday

Annual Christmas Tree Ship with 1,200 trees arrives at Navy Pier on Saturday

Education|Entertainment

'It's magic:' Kids, families attend Penfield Children's Center's annual holiday party, bringing festive joy to hundreds

'It's magic:' Kids, families attend Penfield Children's Center's annual holiday party, bringing festive joy to hundreds

Education|Health|Science

Chicago doctor dedicated to changing lives of kids with rare neurological diseases

Chicago doctor dedicated to changing lives of kids with rare neurological diseases

Business|Economy|Education|Sports

Big 12's Brett Yormark says college athletics needs legislation that's stalled in Congress

Big 12 Commission Brett Yormark says legislation currently stalled in Congress is needed to regulate college athletics and put a stop to what he essentially calls uncapped spending for name, image and likeness in football

Education|Entertainment|Lifestyle|Technology|US

Atlanta high school students surprised with early acceptance into Georgia Tech

Atlanta high school students surprised with early acceptance into Georgia Tech

Business|Crime|Economy|Education|Environment|Lifestyle|Political|US

Detroit reflects on Mike Duggan's tenure as his final days in the mayoral office near

Mike Duggan is stepping down as Detroit mayor at the end of the year after three terms in office

Business|Crime|Education|Europe|Health|World

New infant burial site discovered at Tuam Mother and Baby home amid ongoing excavation

New infant burial site discovered at Tuam Mother and Baby home amid ongoing excavation

Business|Education|Entertainment|Lifestyle|World

Young adults are waiting in line to worship at this fast-growing Atlanta church

An Atlanta church with a viral pastor has grown from less than 200 weekly churchgoers in 2023 to about 6,000 today

Crime|Education|Environment|Health|Lifestyle|World

Released 911 calls reveal desperate pleas and tragic outcomes during Texas Hill Country flood

Newly released recordings of 911 calls show Texas residents and staffers at Camp Mystic caught up in the catastrophic flooding in July pleaded for help as rushing waters rise around them, stranding them in attics and on roofs

Business|Education|Sports

Coaching carousel: Tracking the hirings and firings in the Power Four

College football's coaching carousel is slowing down after a dizzying frenzy

Business|Education|Sports

LSU coach Lane Kiffin announces that defensive coordinator Blake Baker will remain with the Tigers

New LSU coach Lane Kiffin says defensive coordinator Blake Baker will remain with the Tigers

Business|Education|Sports|US

Iowa State hires Jimmy Rogers as coach after Matt Campbell leaves for Penn State

Iowa State has wasted no time finding a replacement for Matt Campbell, hiring Washington State’s Jimmy Rogers as its football coach on Friday night

Crime|Education|Health|Lifestyle|US|World

High school student, 18, charged with arson in fire that burned New York City subway passenger

A New York City high school senior has been jailed on a federal arson charge days after authorities say he set a fire that severely burned a sleeping subway passenger

Education

Education Department workers targeted in layoffs are returning to tackle civil rights backlog

The Trump administration is bringing back dozens of Education Department staffers who were slated to be laid off

Crime|Economy|Education|Environment|Health

911 calls reveal terror of July 4 floods as those trapped in attics and camp cabins beg for help

A man clinging to a tree on the Guadalupe River and screaming for a helicopter rescue

Business|Economy|Education|Entertainment|Sports

Ex-SEC commissioner Roy Kramer, whose vision paved the way for college football playoffs, dies at 96

Roy Kramer, who as commissioner of the Southeastern Conference helped transform the league into a national power while reshaping the entire sport of college football, has died

Business|Crime|Education|Political|World

Harvard professor leaves US after arrest with pellet gun near synagogue, said he was hunting rats

A Harvard visiting law professor from Brazil who told police he was shooting at rats when he fired a pellet gun near a synagogue on Yom Kippur has left the United States after his visa was revoked

Business|Economy|Education|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|US|World

The Supreme Court will decide whether Trump's birthright citizenship order violates the Constitution

The Supreme Court has agreed to take up the constitutionality of President Donald Trump’s order on birthright citizenship

Education|Health|Lifestyle|Political|World

Melania Trump wishes strength and toys from Santa during visit with hospitalized children

Melania Trump has continued a decades-old first lady tradition of visiting with hospitalized children for the holidays

Crime|Education|Entertainment|Lifestyle

‘Small but Mighty’: 5-year-old boy saves family from house fire

‘Small but Mighty’: 5-year-old boy saves family from house fire

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Oklahoma City mourns 6-year-old Adrian Salgado after school bus accident

Oklahoma City mourns 6-year-old Adrian Salgado after school bus accident

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Six-year-old boy killed by school bus near Fillmore Elementary in OKC

Six-year-old boy killed by school bus near Fillmore Elementary in OKC

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Mom sues fraternity for son's death after alleged hazing

Mom sues fraternity for son's death after alleged hazing

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University of Oklahoma student claims religious discrimination over failed essay: What we know

University of Oklahoma student claims religious discrimination over failed essay: What we know

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Woman who gave birth in car after being discharged meets with hospital; father speaks out

Woman who gave birth in car after being discharged meets with hospital; father speaks out

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Mom launches Autism Christmas party after son's diagnosis

Mom launches Autism Christmas party after son's diagnosis

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Bodycam video shows heroic actions of first responders during attack

Bodycam video shows heroic actions of first responders during attack

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The Latest: Supreme Court allows Texas to use map favoring Republicans in 2026

A divided Supreme Court has come to the rescue of Texas Republicans, ruling in favor of their new congressional map that a judge says is likely to be found racially discriminatory

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2025’s words of the year reflect a year of digital disillusionment

From AI slop to rage bait, to the cryptic ‘6-7,’ this year’s slate captures a growing sense that online life is flooded with fakery, frustration and meaninglessness.

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A culinary educator and local dining expert breaks down Michelin’s debut Philly list − and gives zero stars to the inspectors

The Michelin awards will almost certainly bring more tourism to the city, and more revenue to the honored restaurants. But will it make Philly’s dining scene better?

Education|Science

Girls and boys solve math problems differently – with similar short-term results but different long-term outcomes

The reasons are not yet fully understood, but researchers consider societal influences that encourage greater compliance among girls as a potential cause.

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Buying a gift for a loved one with cancer? Here’s why you should skip the fuzzy socks and give them meals or help with laundry instead

Gifts that make a true connection acknowledge the ugly parts of illness and provide relief from daily burdens.

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Lifeguards rescue dog swept out to sea by rip current off San Diego coast

A pup that was swept out to sea by a rip current must be feeling doggone lucky after her unlikely rescue off the San Diego coast

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Around the world, refugees are shut out of the US by Trump's new policies

When President Donald Trump suspended the refugee program, he left thousands stranded worldwide

Education|Sports

Cal hires Tosh Lupoi as head coach, bringing former player back to lead the Bears

California has hired Tosh Lupoi as the new head coach, bringing back the former Golden Bears player and assistant

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Collin Klein hired as Kansas State coach after Chris Klieman's retirement

Kansas State has hired former quarterback and current Texas A&M offensive coordinator Collin Klein as its football coach

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Scientists document over 16,000 footprints in the world’s most extensive dinosaur tracksite

Scientists document over 16,000 footprints in the world’s most extensive dinosaur tracksite

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Ecuador's Otavalo Indigenous people use anime to inspire pride in their ancient culture and language

In the Ecuadorian Andes, young Otavalo Indigenous people are using anime to inspire pride in their culture and language

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NICU baby's fighting spirit inspires family through medical challenges

NICU baby's fighting spirit inspires family through medical challenges

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Woman seeks answers after dog shot on walk

Woman seeks answers after dog shot on walk

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'You got her?': Bodycam shows dramatic rescue of 4-year-old from fire

'You got her?': Bodycam shows dramatic rescue of 4-year-old from fire

Education|Science|Technology

University of Utah team discovers rare computer relic

University of Utah team discovers rare computer relic

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Rowing club says reckless boating caught on video put young athletes at risk

Rowing club says reckless boating caught on video put young athletes at risk

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Somali Americans in Minnesota share their stories of immigration, hope

Somali Americans in Minnesota share their stories of immigration, hope

Education|Health|Science

Kennedy's vaccine advisory committee delays vote on hepatitis B shots for newborns

A federal vaccine advisory committee voted to delay a vote on whether newborns should still get the hepatitis B vaccine on the day they’re born

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Inside Minnesota's LARK Toys, a one-of-a-kind marvel

Inside Minnesota's LARK Toys, a one-of-a-kind marvel

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Forever friends: Longtime neighbors still connected despite life changes

Forever friends: Longtime neighbors still connected despite life changes

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An NCAA-backed effort to reshape college sport regulations has hit a wall in Congress

House Republicans plans to vote on a bill regulating college sports has been scrapped due to divisions within their caucus

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Puppy scam costs family hundreds; Better Business Bureau issues holiday warning

Puppy scam costs family hundreds; Better Business Bureau issues holiday warning

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Nearly a year sober, she’s gathered 100+ winter items for the recovery center that saved her

Nearly a year sober, she’s gathered 100+ winter items for the recovery center that saved her

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Disabled and elderly tenants struggle to leave home after both elevators break down at eleven-story complex

Disabled and elderly tenants struggle to leave home after both elevators break down at eleven-story complex

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NYU student randomly attacked by repeat offender, police say

NYU student randomly attacked by repeat offender, police say

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Brand helps young Black ballerinas see themselves in ballet

Brand helps young Black ballerinas see themselves in ballet

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Student searches for Good Samaritan who performed a good deed, restoring his faith in humanity

Student searches for Good Samaritan who performed a good deed, restoring his faith in humanity

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Firefighter trainee threatened classmates, multiple weapons found in vehicle at academy, sources say

Firefighter trainee threatened classmates, multiple weapons found in vehicle at academy, sources say

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High school Spanish students teach firefighters lifesaving phrases

High school Spanish students teach firefighters lifesaving phrases

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Parents under pressure offer creative tips for moving Santa's spy Elf on the Shelf

Santa's spy known as Elf on the Shelf is turning 20 this year

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101-year-old Iwo Jima hero shares a century of memories through a weekly tradition

101-year-old Iwo Jima hero shares a century of memories through a weekly tradition

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Pope Leo XIV's first full-length US book, 'Peace Be with You,' to be released in February

Pope Leo XIV's first full-length U.S. book is set to release next winter

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Americans under 30 are ‘under profound strain’ and deeply mistrust institutions, poll finds

Americans under 30 are ‘under profound strain’ and deeply mistrust institutions, poll finds

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People who talk with their hands seem more clear and persuasive – new research

Your hands aren’t just accessories to your words. They’re one of the most powerful tools you have to make your ideas resonate.

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Declaration of Independence’s promises ring out today as loudly as they did for Lincoln, FDR and through 249 years of US history

Americans have looked to the Declaration of Independence when they sought to remedy contemporary problems and create new visions for the country’s future.

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Down-ranking polarizing content lowers emotional temperature on social media – new research

A new tool lets researchers get a handle on how social media algorithms affect emotions and polarization.

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Zohran Mamdani and the Louvre make the list of most mispronounced words of 2025

From the election of Zohran Mamdani to the intrigue surrounding the jewel heist at the Louvre, keeping up with this year’s news also left some Americans struggling with pronunciations

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Australia says the world will follow social media ban as Meta starts blocking teens

Australia's internet regulator said a teen social media ban would be the first domino to fall in a global push to rein in Big Tech, as Meta's

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Bangladesh’s Gen-Z battles to gain political ground after ousting Hasina

Thousands in Bangladesh flocked to hear the plans of the students who toppled long-time leader Sheikh Hasina when they launched a new political party this year,

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US Institute of Peace renamed for Trump after his administration gutted it earlier this year

US Institute of Peace renamed for Trump after his administration gutted it earlier this year

Education

Oklahoma university instructor on leave after failing Bible-based essay on gender

A University of Oklahoma instructor has been placed on leave after a student complained about receiving a failing grade on a paper

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President Trump's contempt shocks the country's largest Somali community

Even for a president who has long made clear he’s no fan of Somalia, the latest round of contempt from Donald Trump was a shock in the country’s largest Somali community in Minnesota

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Struggling to stay awake in a meeting? Here’s what to do

Struggling to stay awake in a meeting? Here’s what to do

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Changing face of college football results in blue-chip prospects making some surprising choices

The changing landscape of college football means the nation’s premier recruits are no longer signing with the same handful of programs

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NTSB describes final moments of flight that killed missionary father and daughter in Florida crash

The National Transportation Safety Board described the fatal Nov. 10 flight that killed a Christian missionary father and his daughter in its preliminary report