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Letter: Random thoughts about politics from a tree stand
My deer rifle holds only four shells. I have never needed all four...But I guess the Grand Old Party’s congressmen think owning a 50-shot clip is important.
Connections: Sports Edition hints for Dec. 7, 2025, puzzle No. 440
Welcome to Connections: Sports Edition Coach — a spot to gather clues and discuss (and share) scores.
See the brand-new teaser for ‘The Boys’ Season 5, premiering April 8, 2026 on Prime Video
Check out the teaser for the fifth and final season of the superhero series from CCXP in Brazil.
These 5 free apps make any smart TV way more useful (and none are streaming)
Unlock the full potential of your smart TV with these five game-changing free apps.
Pelicans Get Surprise Spot in Latest CBS Sports Power Rankings
Despite having the worst record in the NBA, the New Orleans Pelicans aren't last in the latest power rankings.
Buffalo Bills news: Preview of Week 14 vs. Cincinnati Bengals
Breaking down the matchups to watch and analysis as Josh Allen and Buffalo Bills look to hold on to a playoff spot.
Letters to Sports: Rams are overthinking the process
Readers of the Los Angeles Times Sports section give their thoughts on the Rams' loss to the Panthers, UCLA-USC football, UCLA basketball and the Lakers.
Fargo health officials say they 'just want to save more lives' with syringe services program
Fargo Cass Public Health leaders sat down with The Forum to explain how the program at the Harm Reduction Center works.
Rebecca Hendin on potential political candidates
Is your political party struggling? Maybe it’s time for it to refresh its lineup
Alarm grows in Europe over what is seen as Trump's 'betrayal' of Ukraine
European governments are fearful that Washington is laying the groundwork for an ultimatum to Kyiv on Moscow's terms.
BOOKMARKS: Blast off for the final frontier with science fiction reading suggestions
Science fiction, like most other genres, contains multitudes. Any story that incorporates futuristic science or technology can fall under this umbrella, so there’s plenty for any reader to enjoy.
High school basketball: Friday’s boys’ and girls’ scores
CIF City Section and Southern Section high school boys' and girls' basketball scores for Friday.
UK IVF couples use legal loophole to rank embryos based on potential IQ, height and health
British fertility clinics raise scientific and ethical objections over patients sending embryos’ genetic data abroad for analysis
Prep basketball roundup: Arcadia sets up showdown with Pasadena
Arcadia defeats Francis Park 68-66 ahead of its Pacific League opener next week against Pasadena.
Lawmakers debate next steps on college sports legislation
Lawmakers in the House are debating next steps on potential regulations for how college athletes can be compensated.
County Health Officials Warn About Potential Measles Exposures At Supermarket
Around 90 percent of unvaccinated people who are exposed to the virus become infected, according to the Rockland County Health Department.
From wholesale to community impact; food bank and local business thrive together
Thinking outside the box to strengthen both a business and a food bank is happening in Cleveland, where a local wholesaler has become part of the Greater Cleveland Food Bank’s mission and community.
Ohio Gov. Mike DeWine vetoes bill loosening child labor laws
Ohio Republican Gov. Mike DeWine has vetoed a bill that would have loosened child labor laws, allowing 14 and 15-year-olds to work until 9 p.m.
Malicious Links Target California Elections, Business Sites
Google users seeking information from the state’s official elections and business registration websites found questionable links instead. A site for the Kansas attorney general was similarly singled out.
HHS changed the name of transgender health leader on her official portrait
Admiral Rachel Levine was the first transgender person to be confirmed by the Senate to serve in the federal government. Her official portrait at HHS headquarters has been altered.
December 5, 2025
A boom in construction of AI data centers is facing backlash over soaring electricity and water usage, and the resulting utility hikes. Plus, to save spotted owls in the Pacific Northwest, one plan suggests killing thousands of barred owls. And, geologist Anjana Khatwa explains how embracing wonder and awe adds to our scientific understanding of the rocks that form our planet.
Reds hit the Winter Meetings needing danger not just potential
Cincinnati needs more than energy and speed to matter in 2026.
Sayin, Mendoza or Pavia? My Heisman Trophy leader going into Championship Saturday is …
Wait, am I allowed to tell you that?
Budget hearings day 4: Business Council in the hot seat, state prisoners and more
The Wyoming Business Council faced scrutiny from state Freedom Caucus lawmakers who were skeptical of the economic development agency and its budget goals.
2026 World Cup groups confirmed: Full draw, groups, details
The 2026 World Cup draw has taken place with the 12 groups confirmed for the tournament next summer.
Data center battles: local protests, state incentives, and political fallout
Wondering why data centers are suddenly everywhere in the news? We’ll break it down. Plus, why the backlash isn’t falling along the usual party lines and what Michigan can learn from how voters in other states have responded.
For the first time this century, child deaths under age 5 will rise. Why?
A dramatic drop in mortality for youngsters under age 5 has been one of the great accomplishments in global health. But estimates suggest that in 2025 child deaths will go up.
Delayed care to two Black pregnant women highlights maternal health disparities
Two pregnant Black women recently faced alarming neglect at hospitals in Indiana and Texas, highlighting racial disparities in maternal care.
EU hits Elon Musk's X with $140 million fine over business practices
The fines were due to the platform's misleading use of blue check marks to identify verified users and a lack of transparency over ads and data access for researchers.
Kroenke Sports and SoFi Stadium are new defendants in Rose Bowl lawsuit against UCLA
Kroenke Sports & Entertainment and SoFi Stadium have been added as defendants in an amended complaint filed by the Rose Bowl Operating Co. and the City of Pasadena in Los Angeles Superior Court.
Fast casual finds a bright spot among business diners
The category experienced the strongest sales growth among these diners this year, driven in large part by catering
CDC advisers vote to overturn decades-long policy on hepatitis B vaccine for infants
In a controversial move, the vaccine advisory group reversed a recommendations for universal immunizing of newborns intended to protect them from a virus that attacks the liver.
Giant sunspot on par with the one that birthed the Carrington Event has appeared on the sun — and it's pointed right at Earth
A massive new sunspot complex, dubbed AR 4294-4296, has emerged on the sun and is facing directly at Earth. The dark patch is on par with the infamous sunspot that birthed the 1859 Carrington Event — but, for now, it's staying quiet.
DeSantis details phased approach to eliminate Florida property taxes with 2026 ballot requirement
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis wants a property tax elimination plan "that can pass" with voters when it potentially hits the 2026 ballot, as he provides updates on the proposal.
Are you a swing voter? We want to hear how you're feeling about politics
Do you think the country is going in the right or wrong direction? Are you happy with your vote last year or do you have any regrets? Or maybe you sat the election out? NPR wants to speak with swing voters across the political spectrum.
Christmas on the River brings holiday magic and business boost to Parkville
The 32nd annual Christmas on the River celebration, and local business owners are hoping the holiday crowd will provide Parkville their biggest sales night of the year.
Congratulations to 2025’s Prairie Business 40 Under 40 honorees!
This year’s 40 Under 40 honorees are exceptional professionals from many industries and sectors who are making significant impacts within their organizations and communities. They are industry executives, administrators, community leaders, entrepreneurs and more. These high-caliber individuals are making their mark in their companies and sectors.
Prep talk: Jayshawn Kibble of Washington Prep is off to fast start in senior season
Jayshawn Kibble of Washington Prep is averaging 29.3 points in his first four games this season.
Netflix to Acquire Warner Bros. in Deal Valued at $82.7 Billion
A deal "could potentially be killing three birds with one stone," argues one Wall Street analyst, while another one touts "iconic franchises that could be exploited for decades to come."
Giant $450 price drop hits Apple's 512GB M4 iPad Pro at Amazon today
While there are still some $100 price drops live across the new M5 iPad Pro lineup, we just spotted a...
The best movies, TV shows, music, books, arts and comedy of 2025
In troubling times we may seek entertainment to escape and, perhaps, make sense of the chaos. This year was no different. The best in movies, TV, books, comedy, music and arts became part of our survival kit.
Help! I Called Out a Business for Making Employees Work on a Holiday. I Was Mortified by Their Response.
Prudie replies to readers’ comments and suggestions.
Q&A: Can the federal Rural Health Transformation Fund save Ohio's rural hospitals?
Ohio's proposal for a share of the $50 billion federal fund looks promising, local health experts say, but the money may not be enough to make up for rural hospitals' financial struggles.
The Galaxy A56 became one of the world's best-selling phones in Q3
The Galaxy A56 became one of the world’s best-selling smartphones in Q3 2025, with Samsung securing five top-10 spots alongside Apple.
FIU helps small business owners to harness the potential of AI
The Florida Small Business Development Center at FIU partnered with OpenAI Academy to train entrepreneurs to adopt tools that boost efficiency and growth.
Connections: Sports Edition hints for Dec. 5, 2025, puzzle No. 438
Welcome to Connections: Sports Edition Coach — a spot to gather clues and discuss (and share) scores.
What I’m Hearing: Timo Werner, coaching changes, transfers as MLS Cup approaches
From coaching news to the trade market and potential January transfers, here's the latest in the world of MLS.
'It puts us on an island' | Covington gets $750k for business advocacy during major bridge projects
Covington Mayor Ron Washington announced on Thursday the city will receive $750,000 to use over the next five years for bolstering local businesses during two major bridge construction projects.
Nuggets take potent offense on the road vs. depleted Hawks
On the heels of Jamal Murray's offensive explosion, the visiting Denver Nuggets will look to extend their recent dominance over the Atlanta Hawks on Friday.
Issa will run for reelection in California rather than move to Texas
Rep. Darrell Issa, whose San Diego-area district was redrawn to favor Democrats, said he would run for reelection in California rather than moving to Texas to run in a safe GOP seat.
Elections officials prep for possible federal interference in the midterms : The NPR Politics Podcast
State and local elections officials across the country are preparing for a variety of ways the Trump administration could interfere with the 2026 midterm elections. We discuss the risks and what tactics the president and his allies have suggested.This episode: senior White House correspondent Tamara Keith, voting correspondent Miles Parks, and senior political correspondent and editor Domenico Montanaro.This podcast was produced by Casey Morell and Bria Suggs, and edited by Rachel Baye.Our executive producer is Muthoni Muturi.Listen to every episode of the NPR Politics Podcast sponsor-free, unlock access to bonus episodes with more from the NPR Politics team, and support public media when you sign up for The NPR Politics Podcast+ at plus.npr.org/politics.
Cincinnati business teams up with YANI Collective for annual toy drive to help local families
This holiday season, Saturday Morning Vibes Cereal Bar is stepping up to help those in need by offering the restaurant as a toy drive drop-off spot.
How to get your 2025 Discord Checkpoint recap
Discord has begun rolling out its first-ever recap feature for 2025, taking notes from the likes of Spotify and YouTube.
The Big Dumper effect! Mariners top list of trending '25 teams
Call it the Big Dumper Effect. The Mariners were the No. 1 trending sports team in the United States in 2025, according to Google's Year in Search. The Mariners beat out the NBA champion Oklahoma City Thunder and runner-up Indiana Pacers for the top spot on the trending teams list.
Opinion | Studying Science in an Anti-Scientific Time
Peter Dear’s new book struggles to negotiate our polarized present.
Haiden Deegan indicates plans remain to race 250s in Supercross
Haiden Deegan posted on social media: "Time to get back on the 2faddy and get ready for SX."
Giannis Antetokounmpo mock trades: What potential offers from Knicks, Lakers, Warriors could look like
What could an eventual Giannis Antetokounmpo trade look like? Let's assess the landscape
Metroid Prime 4 Has Optional Music Locked Behind $30 Paywall
Want to choose the music you listen to in the desert of Viewros while riding your Vi-O-La? Then you'd better buy a Samus Aran Amiibo.
New Sci-Fi Samurai Game Looks Like Ghost Of Yotei In Space
SOL Shogunate is aiming for the moon--literally--with its sci-fi samurai action.
Sheboygan business owner shares her journey ahead of TMJ4’s Let’s Talk Sheboygan
Paradigm Coffee and Music is where TMJ4 is holding Let's Talk Sheboygan, a listening session where the community can visit and share their stories.
NFL Week 14 picks: Bears defeat Packers at Lambeau; Texans topple Chiefs
Sam Farmer makes his picks and predictions for Week 14 of the NFL season, with the Chicago Bears winning at Lambeau Field and the Chiefs moving to below .500.
The shifting responses of Hegseth, Trump and others on the lethal boat strikes
The Trump administration is facing increased scrutiny about its Sept. 2 military strikes on a boat it says was smuggling drugs to the U.S.
U.S. health care is broken. Here are 3 ways it's getting worse
One year after UnitedHealthcare's CEO was shot and killed, the crisis in U.S. health care is intensifying — even for the companies and investors who make money from it.
Abby Phillip’s 'A Dream Deferred' chronicles Jesse Jackson’s rise to political esteem : NPR's Book of the Day
Rev. Jesse Jackson is well-known as an icon of the American Civil Rights Movement, a protégé of Martin Luther King Jr., and a steadfast activist — but he has quite a past in electoral politics, too. A Dream Deferred charts Jackson’s rise to political prominence during his 1984 and 1988 presidential campaigns, as the first major Black candidate for U.S. president. In today’s episode, author and CNN anchor Abby Phillip talks with NPR’s Ayesha Rascoe about her debut biography, and how Jackson himself approached politics and activism with separate mindsets.To listen to Book of the Day sponsor-free and support NPR's book coverage, sign up for Book of the Day+ at plus.npr.org/bookoftheday
Strategies to Help Students Embrace Science Instruction (Opinion)
Knowing how to redirect science denial in your classroom is a strong way to start.
High school basketball: Boys' and girls' scores from Wednesday
CIF City and Southern Section boys' and girls' basketball results from Wednesday.
Why YouTube Recap flopped and Spotify Wrapped is buzzing
YouTube launched its first Recap, but users say it's inaccurate and barebones. Spotify Wrapped, meanwhile, dominated with new features.
CoD Season 1 Patch Notes Detail Anti-Cheat Updates And Movement Changes For BO7 And Warzone
Here are the changes coming in Season 1 of Black Ops 7 and Warzone.
Donald Trump Pardons Entertainment Executive Tim Leiweke Just 5 Months After POTUS’ DOJ Charged Him In Bid-Rigging Scheme
The clemency came just five months after the DOJ charged him.
Costa Mesa will explore ballot measures that would increase hotel tax, business license fees
Seeking to bolster city revenues and create parity between Costa Mesa and other cities levy on businesses and hotel guests, the council Tuesday backed pursuing two potential initiatives in 2026.
Heisman Rankings: Should Texas Tech's Jacob Rodriguez Be the Favorite?
Robert Griffin believes it's a three-man race to win the Heisman, but he doesn't have Fernando Mendoza or Julian Sayin in the No. 1 spot.
Inova Health Center in Woodbridge, Virginia, opens next week
Inova is expanding its health care operations in eastern Prince William County, Virginia, with a new outpatient health center near Potomac Mills.
TriHealth and UnitedHealthcare negotiations could disrupt health insurance
Thousands of people in Cincinnati face potential disruptions in their health insurance or may need to switch providers due to ongoing negotiations between TriHealth and UnitedHealthcare, with critical procedures and birthing plans hanging in the balance.
Are the strikes on Venezuelan boats ‘war’ – and do the rules of war apply? : The NPR Politics Podcast
New questions have emerged surrounding the United States’ military strikes on an alleged Venezuelan drug boat in early September. We discuss what we know and why the White House appears to be distancing itself from the decision to order multiple strikes on the same boat.This episode: senior White House correspondent Tamara Keith, White House correspondent Franco Ordoñez, and national security correspondent Greg Myre.This podcast was produced by Casey Morell and Bria Suggs, and edited by Rachel Baye.Our executive producer is Muthoni Muturi.Listen to every episode of the NPR Politics Podcast sponsor-free, unlock access to bonus episodes with more from the NPR Politics team, and support public media when you sign up for The NPR Politics Podcast+ at plus.npr.org/politics.
How The Idea Of Affordability Is Shaping Our Politics : 1A
No matter where you live in the U.S., you’ve probably heard stories — or have your own — about not being able to afford to live. The couple in their 30s that can’t buy a home. The 20-something who can’t afford rent without living with several roommates. The family of five who feel pinched every time they visit the grocery store. The retiree struggling to pay their health insurance premium.Whatever the situation, these stories are becoming central to how Americans are experiencing the economy. And this feeling is shaping politics.A CBS poll from October suggests inflation and the economy are now the top concern among Americans. According to the Urban Institute, 52 percent of U.S. families don’t have the resources to cover what it costs to live. The average monthly cost of groceries has also risen 32 percent since 2019.What do when we mean when we say something is “affordable?” And how do we achieve that goal when the target keeps moving?
CDC's vaccine advisers meet to question long-used vaccines
Advisers to the Centers for Disease Control Prevention will scrutinize the childhood vaccine schedule and may start to upend it.
LiaFi Introduces TOR Score Dashboard for Small Business Cash Flow Management
ELIZABETHTOWN, Ky., December 03, 2025--LiaFi, a Fintech platform built for small businesses, today announced enhancements to its TOR Score dashboard, a proprietary cash flow variability metric designed to give sole proprietors and small business owners clarity on their financial health. The TOR Score, short for Track, Optimize, Refine, translates complex transaction data into a single score that reveals cash flow stability, identifies surplus opportunities, and flags potential risk periods. With
Business concerns stall plan to let Chicagoans flag crosswalk, bus and bike lane parking scofflaws
Ald. Daniel La Spata (1st) agreed to put a hold on his proposed citizen reporting ordinance in hopes of striking a compromise that could appease the Illinois Retail Merchants Association and the Chicagoland Chamber of Commerce.
Lower dementia risk linked to routine vaccination in major new analysis
A Stanford Medicine study suggests that the shingles vaccine reduces dementia risk by 20% in older adults, offering first evidence of a potential cause-and-effect relationship.
Kris Brunson Signs With Louisville Football
KRIS BRUNSON – CORNERBACK 247 Composite – 3-Star OFFERS: Virginia, Colorado State, Wake Forest, Virginia Tech, Mississippi State Highlights: Evaluation: Louisville has a lot of holes to fill throughout the roster, with cornerback being a key spot. Brunson is a player with better offers than his recruiting ranking, which shows up on his Hudl. He […]
Mavericks' Daniel Gafford: Spotted at shootaround
Mavericks' Daniel Gafford: Spotted at shootaround
Prime Video introduces a dedicated news destination for customers
Customers can now conveniently access local, national, and world news from major networks directly from the Prime Video homepage.
Scientists Just Tore Up a Major Particle Physics Theory
New results from the MicroBooNE experiment at Fermilab found no evidence of a hypothetical fourth flavor of neutrino
Browns open 21-day practice window for Deshaun Watson
In recent weeks, Browns head coach Kevin Stefanski has said he has no update when asked about whether or not quarterback Deshaun Watson's practice window would be opened.
The Live Nation litigation minefield: lessons from a legal crossroads for the live entertainment industry and beyond
Attorneys at Michelman Robinson examine the recent convergence of private and government antitrust litigation against Live Nation and the potential implications for the live entertainment industry.
NFL Playoff Projection: Not a classic Ravens-Steelers game, but it could determine a playoff spot
Spotify’s Top 10 Sports Podcasts and Audiobooks of 2025
A few familiar names appear in this year’s most popular podcasts, as well as one about the “darker side of national parks.”
Olympic, Paralympic sports weekend preview: Grand Prix Final to sort figure skating favorites
The world's best figure skaters gather at the Grand Prix Final in a preview of the Milan Cortina Olympic competition.
Escape From Tarkov Players Are Finally Escaping From Tarkov
Now that its possible, players are learning even more about how to Escape from Tarkov and get the best ending.
How to find your Spotify Wrapped 2025 and see all the music you loved this year
New features in this year's Spotify Wrapped recap include the ability to see your "Listening Age" and compete in a "Wrapped Party."
Democrats Just Lost an Election by 9 Points. Why Are They Celebrating?
It's a loss that suggests much bigger wins could be ahead.
Kennedy’s handpicked CDC advisers to weigh major change to childhood vaccine schedule
Vaccine advisers to the US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention may vote this week to make a major change to the childhood vaccine schedule, potentially delaying a dose of the hepatitis B vaccine given to newborns by weeks or even years.
How does your Spotify Wrapped get made? 3 Spotify leaders break down the yearlong process.
Spotify Wrapped is "the thing that's most looked forward to," said one Spotify leader. "It's also the thing that gets the most scrutiny."
Packers WR Christian Watson Makes Bold Proclamation About NFC North
Christian Watson declares, "We're coming for that spot," as the Green Bay Packers target the NFC North lead and top NFC seeding against a surging Chicago Bears team.
Bad Bunny Remains the Reigning King of Spotify
The Puerto Rican megastar's latest project Debí Tirar Más Fotos was also named this year's top streamed album on the platform
Crews battle large fire at business near 22nd Avenue and Roosevelt Street in Phoenix
Crews battled a second-alarm fire at a business in Phoenix early Wednesday morning. The cause is under investigation.
Empathy Health raises $7.6M for Sober Sidekick
While most addiction care kicks in after relapse, this tool's algorithms spot early signs.
Scientific American’s Best Fiction and Nonfiction Picks for Science-Minded Readers
Scientific American unveils its first-ever best fiction and nonfiction books of the year, spotlighting stories that blend science, imagination and unforgettable voices.
Missouri State football bowl game predictions, where Bears could land
With the bowl games announced on Sunday, here are the potential landing spots for Missouri State football, according to national media.