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DOJ sues Harvard for data as it investigates how race factors into admissions
In the lawsuit, the Justice Department said Harvard has "thwarted" efforts to investigate potential discrimination
Ukrainian racer loses DQ appeal over helmet
Ukrainian skeleton athlete Vladyslav Heraskevych's appeal of his disqualification from the Milan Cortina Olympics has been denied by the Court of Arbitration for Sport.
Ukrainian athlete Heraskevych's appeal for reinstatement dismissed by sports court
The Court of Arbitration for Sport on Friday dismissed an appeal by Ukrainian skeleton racer Vladyslav Heraskevych to be reinstated in the Milano Cortina Olympics after he was disqualified over his “helmet of remembrance".
Paris says 'oui' to booming business of romantic proposals
STORY: This Texan couple have been dating for one year.And Josue Perales wanted extra special celebrations with his girlfriend Kayla Balboa. On a candlelit terrace, overlooking the Eiffel Tower, she says "yes".Balboa had always wanted a Paris proposal. "She's always been mentioning how...""This is my dream place.""This is her dream... well, here we are."To make sure every detail was perfect, Perales employed the help of a local marriage proposal planning agency.And he's not the only one.Paris is seeing a surge in demand for elaborate marriage proposals like this one.Thanks to social media, TV shows and events showcasing the "City of Love", the entire industry catering to love-struck couples willing to pay thousands for unforgettable moments is booming.Les Entremetteuses, or "The Matchmakers", helped Perales get his "yes".Founder Pauline Le Tendre says Valentine's Day is her "busiest day of the year."But she says she's busy all year round - after demand started growing in 2019, with a brief lull during the pandemic."Once the borders reopened, it steadily increased. After that, there were a couple of boosts with (the TV show) 'Emily in Paris,' the Paris Olympics also. We had a lot of work after the Games."The company's proposal packages start at 590 euros, or just under $700, for a proposal on the Seine river banks.The average spend can go up to $2,400 - with some clients spending more for extras, like performers.:: Kiss Me in Paris/Artem Martynov & Anastasia KalynaFor those wanting to splurge even more, Kiss Me in Paris has them covered.The agency says its clients typically spend an average of about $12,000 on their experiences - or as much as some $118,000.:: Kiss Me in Paris/Tuan Nguyen FilmsLuxurious proposals are choreographed in high-end hotels, aboard yachts on the Seine, or in authentic French chateaux."To just be able to, in your social circles, say, 'We got engaged in Paris,' is great, right? It has prestige, it has cachet." That's Cengiz Ozelsel, who co-founded Kiss Me in Paris with his wife Chantelle Marie Streete.They say bookings have more than doubled since 2015.While the more budget-friendly Oui Love Paris agency told Reuters, its bookings have quadrupled since 2020.For many planners, though, the payoff is more than just numbers."I absolutely love it because... people are inviting you into their lives at one of the most special times in their lives."
MAGA vs MAGA: Georgia election exposes divisions in Trump’s base
Republican candidates vie for MAGA mantle in race to replace Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene.
Heated Rivalry and Marital Bliss: Two Wives Go Head to Head in a Scary Olympic Sport
One represents Belgium and the other Brazil in skeleton, in which the racer slides near-blind down an ice track at well over 80 miles per hour.
Starting lineup for the 2026 Daytona 500
Kyle Busch will lead the field to the green in the 68th running of the Great American Race.
Stacey and Hodson to make North West 200 debuts
Storm Stacey and Rob Hodson will make their debuts at the North West 200 road race in May.
Pac-12's 'flex' schedule gives league leg up in Group of Six CFP race
Here's how the Pac-12 flex week works and why it could help the reimagined conference push a team into the CFP
2026 NFL MVP Odds: Josh Allen Opens as Favorite
After a close race this past season, who is the early favorite to win NFL MVP next year? See the odds.
Tufts professor says students are ditching woke culture and find performative politics 'cringy'
Tufts professor says new college students are rejecting woke culture and demanding real debate. Campus politics shifting as generation embraces discourse.
Property tax politics play out in the Cook County assessor's race
The Democratic primary is expected to be a tight race.
Florida says bread contains weed killer. Here’s what the science says.
Tests found trace glyphosate in bread at a tiny fraction of federal safety limits. You’d need to eat about 18,850 slices a day to reach them.
Skeleton-Ukraine's Heraskevych disqualified over helmet controversy
Ukraine's skeleton racer Vladyslav Heraskevych was disqualified from the Milano Cortina Winter Olympics on Thursday over the use of a helmet depicting Ukrainian athletes killed in the conflict with Russia since Moscow's invasion in 2022, he said.
Sports/Rec calendar: Feb. 13–22, 2026
Upcoming recreation opportunities and college and prep sports
Detroit Repertory Theatre stands the test of time creating opportunities, entertainment
For 69 years, the Detroit Repertory Theatre mission has been to cast the best actor for the job, regardless of race, ethnicity, or gender.
Democratic Hopefuls in Michigan’s Senate Race Jostle for Union Support
Can Democrats win back working-class voters? These candidates are trying.
Mike Tyson, healthy eating advocate for Trump administration
Boxing legend Mike Tyson, who tasted both glory and prison in a roller-coaster life and career, spoke out Wednesday about his new role as a healthy-eating ambassador for the Trump administration."This is the biggest fight of my life," Tyson said Wednesday at an event with US Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. Tyson is a poster child for public rehabilitation from disgrace, as his boxing prowess was marred by a rape conviction and prison stint, as well as a fight in which he bit off part of h
Maine gubernatorial candidates lay out health care plans for state
In the race for Maine’s next governor, several candidates laid out their health care plans Wednesday.
6 years after political comeback, Biden faces cold shoulder from fellow Democrats
Biden's political influence wanes as Democratic candidates distance themselves from the former president ahead of 2024 races, marking a stark shift.
Y Combinator CEO Garry Tan launches dark-money group to influence California politics
The Y Combinator CEO announced "Garry's List," a new big-money group spending and operating in races across the state.
Incyte selling downtown Wilmington properties
Less than two years after buying two downtown Wilmington properties known as Bracebridge I and III on 11th Street at King and French streets, Incyte Corporation announced on Wednesday afternoon,
Roundup: Saks Fifth Avenue / US House race / Tutoring funding
Shuttering: Saks Fifth Avenue at the Shops at Canal Place in New Orleans will close this spring. A Saks Global spokesperson confirmed Tuesday that the New Orleans store is one of several set to shut down. Read more from WDSU-TV. New entrant: Republican state Rep. Michael Echols of Monroe has entered the race for Louisiana’s […]
Pokémon Pokopia - The Final Preview
We’ve had some relaxing Pokémon games over the years, but we’ve never quite had a game that embraced this secondary cozy aesthetic fully into its gameplay–until now, with Pokémon Pokopia. I played the first hour of Pokémon’s first life-sim, and the sheer amount of discovery to be made hooked me.
2025 US ACT on Health Equity Community Investments Recipients
Author: Kennesha VanBurch, Director, Health Equity and Community Investment Partnerships 2025 marks the fifth year of the US Accelerate Change Together (ACT) on Health Equity: Community Solutions Challenge (CSC) and National Strategic Collaborations (NSC). This year, we received more than 250 applications from organizations across the country dedicated to prioritizing the social, cultural and linguistic needs of communities that have experienced barriers to care and opportunity. The overwhelming response underscores the vital role these organizations play in advancing health equity at the local level and across the nation. Since the launch of ACT on Health Equity in 2021, the initiative has invested more than $18 million in nonprofit organizations and their health equity programming through CSC and NSC. This year, $3.4 million in funding has been provided to 47 nonprofit organizations that focus on healthcare access, nutrition and lung health. Together, we are making meaningful progress toward health equity across the US. Supporting Organizations Advancing Community Well-being and Health Equity The awarded organizations address critical needs across health, education, and social support through initiatives aligned with AstraZeneca’s areas of expertise, including lung disease, lung and breast cancer, and cardiology. Their work spans across culturally competent senior care, equitable healthcare access, cancer and chronic disease support, and preventive health education, as well as hunger relief, community gardening, dental and transportation services, and resources for underserved families. Together, they are working to remove barriers to care, reduce preventable conditions, and empower individuals and communities of all ages and backgrounds to achieve better health outcomes. Photo courtesy of Medical Motor Service of Rochester and Monroe County, Inc. Description: MMS driver speaking to a Wegmans shopper. GGWNY staff; Lincoln Memorial Church Community Garden and lead gardener Diane Learn more about our recipients and the impact they make within their communities below. Community Solutions Challenge Advocates for Women’s Health, Inc. Advocates for Women's Health exists to provide access to high quality prenatal care and gynecology care to lower-income communities in and around Fresno, CA. They operate a nonprofit OB/GYN clinic located in Fresno. American Rescue Workers (ARW) ARW is a faith-based, non-profit organization providing homelessness and hunger prevention services in Central PA since 1934. ARW cares holistically for men, women, and children who find themselves facing food insecurity, and emergency situations that may lead to homelessness, or an actual homeless crisis, by providing shelter and social services. ARW serves people no matter their faith, regardless of faith. Asian Americans Advancing Justice Southern California (AJSOCAL) AJSOCAL is a social justice organization that protects and strengthens the rights and dignity of AAPI communities, especially those that are most disadvantaged. Byrd Cancer Education and Advocacy (BCEA) BCEA’s mission is to effectively assist individuals battling cancer by connecting them to vital support and resources. BCEA ensures that all relevant information reaches those in need, guiding them towards the resources necessary to fight their battle against cancer. Catholic Charities of the Diocese of Santa Rosa Catholic Charities of the Diocese of Santa Rosa creates access to opportunities for self-sufficiency by providing innovative and compassionate services to people of all backgrounds, beliefs and cultures. Chosen Hearts Chosen Hearts’ mission is to rebuild lives and restore hope by fostering a sense of community and creating lasting, positive change. Columbia Student Medical Outreach The Columbia Student Medical Outreach Program (CoSMO) Clinic is the oldest and largest student-run free clinic at the Vagelos College of Physicians and Surgeons at Columbia University. At its core, CoSMO is guided by the belief that all people—regardless of immigration or insurance status—deserve access to high-quality, equitable medical care. Eagle’s Nest Community Kitchen and Resource Center and Mobile Pantry Eagle’s Nest Community Kitchen, Resource Center and Mobile Pantry’s mission is to empower underserved and rural communities through hands-on STEM education grounded in sustainable agriculture. By combining mobile workshops, community gardens, and mentorship, they deliver accessible training in science, technology, engineering, and math that builds practical skills, advances food security, and fosters environmental stewardship. Through collaborative partnerships and by honoring local knowledge, they cultivate resilient communities and inspire the next generation of agricultural innovators. eClose Institute eClose Institute’s mission is to make medically relevant scientific discoveries using an education platform that embraces equality and empowers participants to contribute ideas, life experience and experimental data to improve disease treatment. Equal Hope Equal Hope is an organization dedicated to saving lives and improving quality of life by eliminating health inequities. This organization challenges the status quo in striving to understand the context of people’s lives and the barriers they experience to help them achieve better health outcomes for their lives. Through research, quality assessment and improvements, advocacy, education, and patient navigation, they approach health holistically to achieve sustainable outcomes and true health equity. Food For Free Committee Food For Free improves access to healthy food through establishing innovative programming and partnerships to overcome barriers and strengthen the community food system. They believe that access to healthy food is a fundamental right. Grassroots Gardens of Western New York (GGRWNY) The missions of GGRWNY is to share knowledge, powers, and resources to grow health food, heal systemic harm, and strengthen neighborhood connections through community gardens. Greater Providence YMCA (GPYMCA) GPYMCA builds healthy spirit, mind, and body for all, through inclusive programs and relationships grounded in core values of caring, honesty, respect, and responsibility. Programs are intentionally designed to close equity gaps in health, education, and wellness. GPYMCA serves individuals and families across all life stages and income levels, including medically vulnerable and underserved populations. Hearts of Valor INC Hearts of Valor’s missions it to keep the heart pumping through advocacy, collaboration, education, and support. Ibn Sina Foundation Ibn Sina Foundation ensures the health of the community by providing integrated, preventive, and primary care in a clinical setting through the dissemination and application of health-related knowledge, thereby enhancing the quality of life for future generations. India Home India Home is a non-profit organization dedicated to addressing the needs of and empowering the South Asian and Indo-Caribbean senior immigrant community in New York City through culturally competent services. At India Home’s centers, seniors find community and resources through a diverse range of programs and activities. Programs include congregate meals, creative aging programs, case management programs, and educational talks on health, nutrition, financial safeguards and elder law. La Colaborativa La Colaborativa empowers the Latinx community, enhancing social and economic health, and holding institutional decision-makers accountable. Lancaster County Food Hub At the heart of the Lancaster County Food Hub’s (LCFH) work is a strong commitment to meeting basic human needs, fostering respectful relationships, and connecting neighbors with supportive services in a nurturing and welcoming environment. Guided by their vision of a Lancaster County where every individual is supported and empowered to live with dignity and stability, they strive to not only provide immediate relief but also to create pathways to lasting self-sufficiency. Maryland Foundation of Dentistry (MFD) MFD is dedicated to improving oral health outcomes and preserving dental function for one of the state’s most vulnerable populations: adults with intellectual, physical, and/or developmental disabilities who are unable to afford the cost of dental care. Maternity Care Coalition (MCC) The missions of MCC is to improve the health and well-being of pregnant women and parenting families and enhance school readiness for children 0-3. MCC achieves this through direct service, advocacy, and research, in collaboration with individuals, families, providers, and communities. Medical Motor Service of Rochester and Monroe County, Inc. Medical Motor Service of Rochester and Monroe County’s mission is to provide specialized transportation for community organizations, as well as individuals with disabilities and special needs to improve their independence and quality of life. Milwaukee Consortium for Hmong Health (MCHH) MCHH’s mission is to create a thriving and healthy Southeast Asian and Hispanic community by empowering families through education and screenings. MCHH utilizes established community health workers and focuses on addressing health disparities related to cancer and chronic disease among the Hmong, Bumese, Karen, Karenni, Lao, and Hispanic populations living in Milwaukee, WI and other areas if needed. Mission Hospice and Home Care Mission Hospice and Home Care is delivering compassionate support and exceptional care in the home for individuals and communities, guiding them with choice and dignity to navigate significant care decisions. North Alabama AHEC (NAAHEC) The mission of the NAAHEC is to improve healthcare access, quality, and equity in rural and underserved communities across North Alabama. They strengthen the health workforce - particularly through the development of community health workers by providing comprehensive training, resources, and advocacy. By fostering strong community partnerships and promoting healthcare literacy, NAAHEC aims to address disparities, improve outcomes, and cultivate a healthier future for North Alabama. Our Neighbors’ Table Hunger comes in many forms. Our Neighbors’ Table is committed to establishing a community that provides for the whole person with nourishing food, kindness and dignity. Panhandle Breast Health Panhandle Breast Health works to decrease breast cancer deaths by providing education and reducing financial barriers to increase screening rates. Pitney Meadows Community Farm Founded in 2026, Pitney Meadows Community Farm’s mission is to celebrate and explore agricultural education, healthy food production, and recreation. Located on 166 acres in the heart of the city of Saratoga Springs and preserved in perpetuity as a working farm, Pitney Meadows is a unique resource. Prince William County Community Foundation (PWCCF) PWCCF’s mission is to create a stronger, healthier, and more connected community by addressing critical needs in food insecurity, health & wellness, scholarship, and philanthropy. PWCCF is committed to empowering individuals and families through equitable access to nutritious food, comprehensive healthcare, educational opportunities, and community-driven support. By fostering partnerships and promoting sustainable solutions, PWCCF aims to enhance the quality of life for all, ensuring a brighter future for every member of their community. Raytown Christian Church (Raytown Summer Lunch Ministry) Raytown Summer Lunch Ministry’s mission is to provide nutritious and kid-friendly meals to children during the summer months when they are not in school and receiving school meals. Regents of the University of California, Davis UC Davis Health is improving lives and transforming health care by providing excellent patient care, conducting groundbreaking research, fostering innovative, interprofessional education, and creating dynamic, productive partnerships with the community. RSVP Volunteers RSVP Volunteers creates and runs unique community programs powered by skilled volunteers to advance education and wellness for all ages and strengthen nonprofits through capacity-building and volunteer services. Second Harvest Food Bank of Orange County Second Harvest Food Bank of Orange County, in collaboration with partners, provides dignified, equitable and consistent access to nutritious food, creating a foundation for community health. The Icla da Silva Foundation The mission of the Icla da Silva Foundation is to save the lives of patients whose only cure is a bone marrow transplant by providing financial, emotional, and logistical support to remove barriers to treatment. There With Care of the Bay Area Founded in 2012, the mission of There With Care of the Bay Area is to provide a wide range of meaningful and fundamental services to children and families during the critical phase of a medical crisis. Universal Community Health Center Universal Community Health Center’s mission is to provide quality and accessible healthcare to under-served communities and to provide a patient centered model of care to empower communities towards wellness. West Cancer Foundation West Cancer Foundation breaks through barriers to cancer care and improves patient outcomes by providing accessible patient resources, early detection and education, and community-based research. Westside Family Healthcare Westside Family Healthcare’s mission is to improve the health of communities by providing equal access to quality healthcare, regardless of ability to pay. National Strategic Collaborations Foundation of Asthma and Allergy Impact Rescue (AAIR) The mission of The Foundation for Asthma and Allergy Impact and Rescue (AAIR) is to make sure that every child is rescued at school, healthy at home, and connected to care. Family Reach Foundation Family Reach is a nonprofit that provides non-medical financial support to families facing cancer. Cancer treatment requires more than medicine — families need a roof over their heads and food on their tables to survive. If a family can’t meet these basic needs, cancer treatment takes a back seat. They work with patients, providers, and community organizations to challenge the systems that force families to choose between their health and their home. LUNGevity Foundation LUNGevity Foundation is transforming what it means to be diagnosed and live with lung cancer through research, advocacy, and community. This mission brings them closer to their vision: a world where no one dies of lung cancer. Association of Black Cardiologists The Association of Black Cardiologists is dedicated to preventing and treating cardiovascular disease, including stroke, through education, research, advocacy, and community engagement, striving for optimal health for all by eliminating disparities. Cholangiocarcinoma Foundation (CCF) The Cholangiocarcinoma Foundation’s (CCF) mission is to find a cure and improve the quality of life for those affected by cholangiocarcinoma (bile duct cancer). Founded in 2006, in Salt Lake City, UT, by a family who lost a loved one to cholangiocarcinoma, CCF has grown to become the leading global resource in research, education, and public awareness. ZERO Prostate Cancer Zero Prostate Cancer’s mission is to improve and save lives from prostate cancer through advocacy, awareness, education, and support. GO2 for Lung Cancer GO2 for Lung Cancer relentlessly confronts lung cancer on every front, every day, for everyone. As the nation’s leading lung cancer advocacy organization that was founded by patients and survivors, they are dedicated to increasing survival and quality of life for those at risk, diagnosed, and living with lung cancer. National Minority Quality Forum The National Minority Quality Forum (NMQF) is a national 501(c)(3) with a mission to reduce patient risk for all. Young Survival Coalition (Breast) Young Survival Coalition supports the young breast cancer community and ignites global collaboration to improve quality of life worldwide. Black Women’s Health Imperative Black Women’s Health Imperative’s mission is to solve the most critical health issues that Black women and girls face through innovative programs, transformative research, and lifesaving policies.
From gifting a hat to tossing them onto the rink, a history of hat tricks in sports
Hat tricks have a rich history in hockey, but it didn't start there. For NPR's Word of the Week, we trace the term's some 150-year-history and why it's particularly special on the hockey rink.
Markets brace for US jobs report, with White House telling investors ‘they shouldn’t panic’
Trump adviser Peter Navarro says ‘we have to revise our expectations down’ because of US deportation programme
Not The War on Science I Expected
When prominent new atheists like Richard Dawkins and Jerry Coyne air their grievances with the scientific establishment, what do they champion, and what do they shoot down? Sex and gender, race and ethnicity, postmodernism and feminism—it is all there.
'It saved my season': The 3D-printed tech reshaping sports medicine
From a Duke dorm room to locker rooms across the country, a Durham company is using custom 3D-printed braces to help injured athletes return to play.
From the sports desk: A new Olympic ‘cheating’ storyline
Team USA took silver in mixed doubles curling, the U.S. blew out rival Canada in women’s hockey, and a Norwegian biathlete revealed something shocking in a post-race interview.
Jack Ma-Backed Ant Bets on AI Health in $69 Billion Sector Race
Roughly five years ago, Ant Group Co. reined in its ambitions after a derailed initial public offering. Today, the Jack Ma-backed company is betting on a very different business to fuel its next phase of growth: health care powered by artificial intelligence.
What to watch in the Texas Senate race : The NPR Politics Podcast
Texas Sen. John Cornyn, running for his fifth term, is locked in a competitive Republican primary contest. Meanwhile, some Democrats think they can flip the seat, electing a Democrat to represent Texas in the Senate for the first time since 1988. We discuss what to watch in the heated primaries as voters begin casting their ballots next week.This episode: voting correspondent Miles Parks, political correspondent Ashley Lopez, and Houston Public Media senior reporter Andrew Schneider.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.
Winter Olympics 2026: Norwegian biathlete wins bronze, admits to cheating on girlfriend in post-race interview
He’s back, but probably not from Africa: Perennial candidate Paul Congemi joins St. Pete Mayor’s race
The repeat mayoral candidate has never earned much support, but he made national headlines in 2017 for telling another candidate to go back to Africa.
Victims and politics collide as Raffensperger spotlights First Liberty fallout
Corruption emerges as a campaign theme in Georgia's Republican race for governor.
Texas Has the Wildest Senate Race—and It's About to Get Wilder
The mudslinging in both races is expected to soar, according to party insiders.
Coffee And Tea Help Protect Brain Health
By Dennis Thompson HealthDay ReporterTUESDAY, Feb. 10, 2026 (HealthDay News) — A few cups of coffee or tea each day can help your brain age more gracefully, a new study says. About two to three cups of caffeinated joe — or one to two cups of tea — reduced dementia risk and slowed brain aging,
Ukrainian skeleton slider claims IOC has banned helmet showing athletes killed in war
Ukrainian skeleton racer Vladyslav Heraskevych says the International Olympic Committee (IOC) has banned him from wearing his helmet featuring images of athletes killed during the war in Ukraine.
Sports leagues race to capture Gen Z and Gen Alpha with AI, influencers and Italian brainrot
CHICAGO (AP) — Trevor McOmber and his 14-year-old son, Tye, share a love for the Chicago Blackhawks. When Trevor was his son's age, he watched the Blackhawks on TV, caught highlights on ESPN and read about the team in the newspaper.
The Biggest Reason to Travel This Year? Sports
With more and more interest from fans in catching tournaments, matches, and races all over the world, sports is the biggest motivator for travel right now.
A Democrat’s victory in a Louisiana legislative race got national attention. Here’s why.
Democrats weren’t sure if they could hold onto state House District 60, an Iberville Parish-based seat long represented by their party.
Analysis: New roadblocks slow US reckoning over Epstein as Europe races ahead
Deputy Attorney General Todd Blanche pledged last month that the Justice Department was not covering up for anyone — least of all Donald Trump.
Daytona 500: Weather Forecast for Sunday's Race in Florida
Here's the projected weather for the 68th edition of the Dayton 500.
Sports leagues race to capture Gen Z and Gen Alpha with AI, influencers and Italian brainrot
Gen Z and Gen Alpha are creating new challenges and opportunities for sports leagues and teams courting their fandom
Health officials race to alert measles exposures after MKE airport case
Health officials said a passenger boarded Southwest Flight WN 266 on Jan. 29 despite being told to isolate.
One of Dubai’s Most Powerful Executives Discussed Sex, Business With Epstein
Emails show Sultan Ahmed bin Sulayem corresponded with the disgraced financier for more than a decade after Epstein was first jailed in 2008 for procuring a minor for prostitution
A moment of truth for Democrats ahead of this week's DHS shutdown deadline: From the Politics Desk
Plus, a preview of this year's big secretary of state races.
The midterm map is beginning to take shape : The NPR Politics Podcast
Beginning in March, voters will start picking their preferred candidates to run for House and Senate races throughout the country. With a record number of incumbents retiring, we look at what seats are especially competitive & the issues that might play big roles in how voters make up their minds.This episode: voting correspondent Miles Parks, political reporter Stephen Fowler, and senior political editor & correspondent Domenico Montanaro.This podcast was produced and edited by Casey Morell & Bria Suggs. 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.
Baton Rouge Rep. Dixon McMakin exits race for Julia Letlow’s House seat
A crowded field of potential candidates remains, however.
Outside political groups launch hard-hitting ad blitz in Texas Senate race
Independent groups attack Democrat Jasmine Crockett and Republican Wesley Hunt, signaling a sharp escalation on both sides of the ballot in advance of March 3...
Face of a 'vampire' revealed: Science rebuilds likeness of man decapitated after death to stop him coming back
Discovered in a fortress in eastern Croatia, the body had been exhumed, beheaded and reburied face down.
Lindsey Vonn's courage was special. I hope we appreciate how much
It's not just that Lindsey Vonn was out there at the Winter Olympics. It's that she genuinely raced to win in a sport that demands extreme courage.
Assemblywoman Alexandra Macedo calls Newsom's High-Speed Rail update an "absolute disgrace"
Republican Assemblywoman Alexandra Macedo did not mince her words when it comes to the High-Speed Rail after Gov. Gavin Newsom announced the completion of the project's southern railhead and as some lawmakers seek to keep project records secret.
Healthy Hofstra makes Towson look sick
The Pride raced out to a 46-20 lead at halftime and never looked back
Healthy Hofstra makes Towson look sick
The Pride raced out to a 46-20 lead at halftime and never looked back
Ledecka halted in quest for snowboarding 3-peat
Ester Ledecka's quest to become the first snowboarder to win gold medals in three straight Olympics came to a surprisingly early end when she lost her quarterfinal race in parallel giant slalom by 0.06 seconds.
Retro Recap: All The Classic Gaming News From The Past Week (February 8th 2026)
Rave Racer! Nobuo Uematsu! Top Speed! Space Station Silicon Valley!
Is there a NASCAR race today on Sunday? What to know about TV schedule
Is the Daytona 500 on today? See why the NASCAR Cup Series is not racing Sunday and when the next race is.
New Orleans legislative delegation comes into clearer view as Murray wins, two races head to runoff
Here are the full results from Saturday’s elections.
Record-Breaking One-Off Bugatti Brouillard Could Become the Most Expensive Bugatti Ever
A one-off aimed at a historic record Bugatti’s latest one-off, the Brouillard, steps onto the hypercar stage with the quiet confidence of a record-breaker. The brand’s tradition of bespoke excellence meets a bold new aesthetic, positioning this unique commission to potentially become the marque’s most expensive creation. Built on the proven underpinnings of the Chiron/Mistral architecture, yet transformed by distinctive craft, the Brouillard is both homage and innovation. A name born from equestrian legend More than a century ago, a striking white horse captivated Ettore Bugatti in Molsheim. That equine myth now informs the car’s name and its sensory identity. The result is an automotive portrait of athletic grace—surfaces that read like muscle, curves that suggest motion, and details that quietly speak of discipline and heritage. Embroidered horse motifs on door panels and seat backs echo the story, while a miniature glass sculpture of the steed crowns the shifter. Sculptural design with purpose The Brouillard’s silhouette favors sinuous surfaces over hard creases, allowing light to glide over its form like a tendon under skin. Aerodynamics inform elegance: an integrated ducktail replaces a deployable wing, cleansing the airflow and boosting stability at speed. Its stance is athletic, its volumes taut, and its visual language unmistakably Bugatti. “Sculptural, organic forms—like a tendon beneath the skin—hide immense power behind noble simplicity,” said design chief Frank Heyl, capturing the car’s philosophy in a single stroke. Craft elevated to an art The cabin embraces craftsmanship at an uncommon level. Custom-woven textiles from Paris introduce a discreet tartan pattern, while green-tinted carbon fiber nods to the exterior’s hue. A glazed roof creates a cathedral atmosphere, bathing the cockpit in natural light. A central spine appears to flow from exterior to interior, emphasizing continuity and structure. Highlights include: Custom textiles with subtle tartan motifs Green-tinted carbon fiber matched to the exterior finish A “cathedral” glass roof that elevates cabin ambience A sculptural centerline linking outside to inside Bespoke embroidery and glass equine detail W16 power at its absolute apex Under the sculpted skin, the final evolution of Bugatti’s 8.0‑liter, quad‑turbo W16 delivers a thunderous 1,600 hp at 7,050 rpm and 1,600 Nm of torque. This represents the pinnacle of nearly two decades of Bugatti engineering, honed to an ultimate state. The lightweight monocoque blends carbon fiber with aluminum, holding mass to around 1,900 kg for poise and control. Experts suggest the Brouillard could surpass the 282 mph (454 km/h) achieved by the Mistral, aided by more aerodynamic bodywork and the fixed ducktail. Whether or not it sets a new benchmark, its intent is clear: relentless speed paired with refinement. Exclusivity with an exacting timeline The commissioning process is intensive, with roughly 18 months of development leading to a 2027 delivery. Bugatti’s program limits itself to no more than two creations per year, ensuring focus and rarity. Each example leaves the atelier as a singular vision, shaped to the client’s collection and the brand’s ethos. An unveiling is planned for Monterey Car Week 2025, placing the Brouillard amid the world’s most discerning enthusiasts. Its patron is a European collector deeply invested in the Bugatti universe, from historic and modern cars to Carlo Bugatti furniture and Rembrandt Bugatti bronzes. A valuation poised to make history While Bugatti has not disclosed an official price, informed estimates place the Brouillard between €10 million and €30 million. Context matters: a series Mistral begins near €5 million, while the Brouillard adds profound personalization, sculptural changes, and a pace of production that keeps scarcity front and center. In an arena where uniqueness drives value, the path to a brand record is unmistakably open. What it signals for the marque The Brouillard crystallizes Bugatti’s dual identity: traditional savoir‑faire intertwined with boundary-pushing performance. It exhibits a narrative soul—the white horse of Molsheim—woven into modern materials and world-class aerodynamics. As a rolling statement, it reaffirms that the Bugatti idea is larger than speed alone; it is about story, craft, and the courage to pursue an ideal to its logical limit.
The best medicine: Jimmy Blewett is happy, healthy and ready to race again with the NASCAR Whelen Modified Tour
After a health scare sidelined Jimmy Blewett for a full year, the New Jersey driver is returning to the NASCAR Whelen Modified Tour.
Commentary: Wild week in the race for mayor sets up a referendum on L.A.'s political transformation
L.A. Mayor Karen Bass won't have big-name opposition, but has she earned a second term?
Bracketology: Why Illinois is a No. 1 seed and UConn falls off the top line
Diving in on why the race for No. 1 seeds in the NCAA Tournament -- including No. 1 overall -- is so tight
Opinion | The powerful, personal politics of America's Olympic 'Blade Angels'
Hannah Holland: In a sport still largely defined by traditional, narrow ideas of femininity and grace, Alysa Liu and Amber Glenn are not stereotypical figure skaters.
Barcelona face Mallorca without a healthy Raphinha
Barcelona lead Real Madrid by just one point heading into the weekend, their loss to Real Sociedad last month closing the gap in the title race
Takeaways from Tallahassee — Florida State Parks Day Celebration
'Florida’s natural beauty unites us all, beyond race, religion, politics.'
How fights over ICE funding are playing out on the Hill and in midterm races : The NPR Politics Podcast
Lawmakers on Capitol Hill are running out of time to reach an agreement over funding for the Department of Homeland Security, which includes Immigration and Customs Enforcement and Customs and Border Protection. We discuss the state of negotiations, plus how calls to “abolish ICE” are playing out in congressional races.This episode: senior White House correspondent Tamara Keith, congressional reporter Sam Gringlas, political correspondent Ashley Lopez, and political reporter Elena Moore.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.
Healthy Returns: Pfizer execs chart out obesity strategy after encouraging drug data
Pfizer made one thing clear this week: It's officially back in the obesity race.
A Pro-Israel Group’s Move Backfires as Gaza Tensions Flare in Midterms
A surprising twist in a New Jersey primary race showed how questions about Israel continue to roil American politics in unpredictable ways.
Three voters turned NFL MVP race sideways: How Justin Herbert, Josh Allen helped Matthew Stafford win
Of the three first-place votes that did not go to Stafford or Maye, two of them went to Josh Allen, and one to Justin Herbert
Her jabs go viral. He's known to quote the Bible. How social media is shaping a Texas Senate race
Jasmine Crockett and James Talarico are adept at creating digital media moments and collecting social media followers
Arcade-Only Ridge Racer Sequel Rave Racer Is Finally Making Its Home Console Debut, 31 Years On
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Democrat Jennifer Jenkins challenges 'vulnerable' Randy Fine, says she can flip CD 6
'It's a winnable race against an opponent who is super divisive.'
Pandora said it's betting on another precious metal this year
Pandora is launching its best-selling bracelets in platinum plating this year to reduce its reliance on silver.
Fears of nuclear arms race rise as US-Russia treaty expires
The expiration of the last remaining nuclear treaty between the United States and Russia on Thursday has sparked fears about a nuclear arms race, with the two biggest nuclear superpowers without limits on their arsenals for the first time in decades.
Race for Berger's state Senate seat is key primary contest
We take a look at a key primary contest this year — the race for state Senate leader Phil Berger's seat.
Vermont Conversation: How Sen. Bernie Sanders went from ‘political loser’ to progressive trailblazer
In a new book, author Dan Chaisson traces Sanders' political roots across the East Coast. "Moving to Vermont was a way of thinking, could we start society over?”
US-Russia nuclear treaty expires as warnings grow of new arms race
A nuclear treaty first signed in 2010 is expiring this week. If it's not replaced, experts say a global arms race could be in the cards.
Google parent Alphabet forecasts sharp surge in 2026 capital spending
Alphabet said on Wednesday it was targeting capital expenditure of $175 billion to $185 billion this year, in yet another aggressive ramp-up in spending from the Google parent as it deepens its investments to push ahead in the AI race.
Supreme Court lets California use new Democrat-friendly congressional map
The Supreme Court on Wednesday allowed California to use a new congressional map that will undermine President Donald Trump’s effort to keep control of the House of Representatives, marking a defeat for Republicans who claimed one of the new districts was redesigned based on race rather than politics.
Baltimore City Health Department held racially segregated equity meetings: report
Baltimore health department reportedly separated employees by race for DEI training using taxpayer funds, sparking widespread controversy.
GitHub adds Claude and Codex AI coding agents
GitHub continues to embrace rival AI agents
Former Sitka lawmaker is 3rd Democrat to enter governor’s race
Jonathan Kreiss-Tomkins is the 16th candidate to enter the Alaska governor’s race.
Dolphins add former second-round pick to wide receiver room
Terrace Marshall Jr. brings size and potential to the Miami Dolphins’ WR room.
Why our ancestors had straight teeth without braces
Small jaws mean big problems for modern humans.
Stealing cable has evolved: the new face of TV piracy
Fed up with increasing subscription prices, viewers embrace rogue streaming boxes.
A look at the 4 Republican candidates in primary race for attorney general
Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton’s move to run for U.S. Senate leaves the office of attorney general open for the first time in over a decade.
Delgado picks India Walton as running mate in governor's race
Walton ran for Buffalo mayor in 2021, winning the Democratic primary before falling short in the general election.
How the Trump Administration’s Embrace of Oil, Gas, and Chemical Industry Interests Will Endanger Children’s Health
The Trump administration’s actions to eliminate lifesaving environmental protections would allow corporate polluters to emit more toxins and chemicals, exposing more than 2 million kids to pollutants that increase the likelihood of lifelong health concerns—such as asthma, autism, ADHD, and cancer—while undercutting the administration’s own “Make America Healthy Again” agenda.
Firefighter, lawyer advance in pivotal Michigan Senate race
The field of candidates for a special election to decide whether Michigan Democrats keep their majority in the state Senate is set.
The 10 races that will decide control of the US Senate
In the fight for control of the US Senate, the majority may come down to which factor carries more weight: the map or the environment.
Trump’s endorsement of Julia Letlow pushes two more candidates out of Senate race. See who.
Three candidates have now gotten out of the U.S. Senate race now that President Donald Trump has endorsed U.S. Rep. Julia Letlow.
Baltimore City Health Department held racially segregated equity meetings, records show
The Baltimore City Health Department (BCHD) separated employees by race for a series of taxpayer-funded equity meetings, according to internal documents obtaine
Kathy Seiden, St. Tammany council member, exits U.S. Senate race, endorses Julia Letlow
Kathy Seiden, St. Tammany Council member, dropped out of the race for U.S. Senate in Louisiana after President Donald Trump endorsed Rep. Julia Letlow.
Blake Miguez exits U.S. Senate race, will run for Julia Letlow’s House seat instead
Miguez is the latest candidate to leave the race after President Donald Trump endorsed Rep. Julia Letlow.
IndyCar tabs Monumental Sports & Entertainment as marketing, hospitality agency for Freedom 250 GP
Monumental Sports & Entertainment has been signed to “serve as the official marketing, sponsorships and corporate hospitality sales agency” for the Freedom 250 Grand Prix of Washington D.C., according to the IndyCar Series. MSE owns the Washington Wizards NBA team, the Washington Mystics WNBA team, the Washington Capitals NHL team,...
INDYCAR and Monumental Sports & Entertainment Announce Partnership to Fuel Freedom 250 Grand Prix of Washington, D.C.
Washington, D.C. (February 3, 2026) –INDYCAR and Monumental Sports & Entertainment have teamed up to promote this summer’s historic Freedom 250 Grand Prix of Washington, D.C. The event will be the first-ever motor race on the National Mall and city streets, taking place August 21-23 in celebration of America’s 250th birthday. Monumental Sports & Entertainment will
INDYCAR and Monumental Sports & Entertainment Announce Partnership to Fuel Freedom 250 Grand Prix of Washington, D.C.
Washington, D.C. (February 3, 2026) –INDYCAR and Monumental Sports & Entertainment have teamed up to promote this summer’s historic Freedom 250 Grand Prix of Washington, D.C. The event will be the first-ever motor race on the National Mall and city streets, taking place August 21-23 in celebration of America’s 250th birthday. Monumental Sports & Entertainment will
NFL Honors picks: CBS Sports experts predict annual awards winners
It appears to be a two-horse race for the top individual honor