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US strikes Iran: Trump’s gamble could spark wider Iran war
US strikes Iran as President Trump gambles on ending nuclear ambitions, risking a wider war and testing whether Americans are on board.
Joe Biden warns that Donald Trump will try to ‘steal’ midterm elections
In a rare public address, former president said US is experiencing ‘dark days’ and urged Americans to vote
Older Americans are lonely. It's a public health crisis.
"Loneliness in the second half of life needs to be a focus of public health policy."
Meet the Americans on the brink of losing health insurance
Without enhanced Affordable Care Act subsidies, many Americans can no longer afford their health insurance plans.
Remembering Jesse Jackson
The late Reverend Jesse Jackson was — and still is — a revered civil rights activist, political trailblazer, and pop culture icon. For his critics, he was also villainized, or at the very least, a punchline. As Jackson's home going ceremony continues, we take some time to remember how Jackson shaped American politics with journalist Adam Serwer, who warns us not to flatten Jackson into a cliche or caricature.
‘Trump’s not enough. And he knows he’s not enough’: California governor Gavin Newsom on populism, ‘purity tests’ and whether he’ll run for the presidency
He’s the Democratic politician with movie-star looks and a picture-perfect family, dogged by accusations of being a smooth‑talking elitist. Can he really unite the American left and win the most powerful office in the world?
Glyphosate is driving a rift in MAHA. Here’s what the science says about its effects on health
The Trump administration wants to boost manufacturing of glyphosate, the world’s most common weed killer. Here’s what that could mean for health
Glyphosate is driving a rift in MAHA. Here’s what the science says about its effects on health
The Trump administration wants to boost manufacturing of glyphosate, the world’s most common weed killer. Here’s what that could mean for health
Jon Taffer says the American dream of owning a business is still alive
"Bar Rescue" star Jon Taffer explained how policy changes are keeping the American dream of owning a restaurant alive in today's economy.
The Guardian view on Trump’s war on science: Europe should pick up talent fleeing the US
Editorial: The president’s cuts have defunded and alienated thousands of American scientists. Europe can benefit, if it makes the right offer
Science of sex and gender being misrepresented by Trump officials, experts warn
Scientists say crackdown on gender-affirming care could have impact on healthcare of all Americans
VENU President of Growth and Strategy Terri Liebler Featured on Billboard Finance 50 Panel Discussing the Future of Live Entertainment
COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo., February 27, 2026--Venu Holding Corporation ("VENU" or the "Company") (NYSE American: VENU), owner, operator, and developer of premium entertainment and hospitality destinations, today highlighted its participation in Billboard’s Finance 50 | Music & Money Dinner, held on January 27, 2026, in Los Angeles during the biggest week in music.
How LabOS AI-powered smart goggles could reduce human error in science
A new wearable AI system watches your hands through smart glasses, guiding experiments and stopping mistakes before they happen
Jesse Jackson obituary: charismatic civil rights leader who ran for president
Jackson was a protégé of Martin Luther King Jr. before carving out his own place in the African-American struggle
New $11.3M luxury pickleball and entertainment district coming to Bee Cave in 2027
In addition to a sports lounge and courts, the 35,000-square-foot site will also host retailers, medical offices and “luxury eateries with a sensory experience,” according to the developer’s website.
How a teen’s AI model could help stop poaching in rainforests
A 17-year-old’s breakthrough AI may finally give wildlife rangers the real-time edge they need to stop poachers
Contributor: The U.S. hockey team took gold. Its bigger feat? Transcending politics
Their patriotic response to Trump's invitation was refreshing: 'When you get the chance to go to White House and meet the president, we’re proud to be Americans.'
What the Epstein drama reveals about Democrats' loyalty to the Clintons
The Epstein depositions demonstrate how the Clintons hold far less power in the Democratic Party, and American politics, than they once did.
A new Gallup poll shows how Americans’ sympathies have shifted in the Israeli-Palestinian conflict
The numbers reflect how support for Israel has become deeply contentious in the US, with profound implications for American politics and foreign policy.
AIPAC faces test of its power in Illinois primary as Democrats debate future of Israel relationship
A crowded Democratic primary in Illinois is shaping up as the next test for the American Israel Public Affairs Committee, a powerful advocacy organization that has stirred anger and frustration while exacerbating tensions over the war in Gaza
Santiago de Chile Declaration launched to advance clean air and environmental justice in Latin America
The Santiago de Chile Declaration calls for urgent, coordinated action to reduce air pollution and advance environmental justice across Latin America and the Caribbean. Launched with support from World Health Organization and Pan American Health Organization, the Declaration frames clean air as a human right and sets out concrete regional and national priorities to protect public health—especially for vulnerable communities.
American heart health worsening
New statistical snapshot finds disappointing trend despite advances in treatment, ways to prevent nation’s leading cause of death.
Fostering Health Sovereignty in the Democratic Republic of the Congo Through the America First Global Health Strategy - United States Department of State
Today, the United States and the Government of the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) signed a five-year bilateral health cooperation Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) that advances the America First Global Health Strategy while protecting Americans and Congolese from infectious disease threats. Under the MOU, working with Congress, the Department of State intends to provide up to $900 million […]
At-home microbiome tests reveal dramatically different results
The science and the regulations to underpin these test “just aren’t there yet,” researchers say
How to win The Traitors, according to science
Experts say that to win a game like The Traitors, competitors should look for verbal clues over physical ones—and be friendly and open
More Americans Under 55 Are Dying of Severe Heart Attacks
More young and middle-aged Americans are dying of severe heart attacks, and women are at particular risk.
States Sue to Block Trump’s ‘Anti-Science’ Vaccine Policy
Climate change helps spread vaccine-preventable diseases. But the Trump administration’s reduced vaccine schedule “throws science out the window,” and makes Americans more vulnerable to infections, state attorneys general charge in a new lawsuit.
4 Indian American scientists win $75,000 each at one of America’s most elite research honours, crowned 2026 Sloan Research Fellows
Science News: In a celebration of scientific excellence and innovation, four Indian American researchers have been named 2026 Sloan Research Fellows, one of the mos.
Trump’s Push for Election Power Raises Fears He Will ‘Subvert’ Midterms
The president appears to be undermining Americans’ faith in the outcome, at a moment when Republicans face an uphill climb to keep control of Congress.
Is the FCC 'equal time' rule leading to media censorship
The Federal Communications Commission is investigating ABC over its show The View's airing of an interview with a Texas politician. Stephen Colbert moved his interview with the same candidate off broadcast, all because of the FCC’s "equal time" rule. We discuss the rule, possible changes to it, and how it could all affect the way Americans get their information.This episode: voting correspondent Miles Parks, media correspondent David Folkenflik, and senior political editor and correspondent 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.
Strengthening Western Hemisphere Health Security Through the America First Global Health Strategy in Panama - United States Department of State
Today, the United States and the Republic of Panama signed a three-year bilateral health cooperation Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) that advances the America First Global Health Strategy while defending Americans against infectious disease threats and accelerating Panama’s progress toward sustainable, country-led health systems. This partnership between the United States and Panama is the first global […]
Is It Aging, or Is it ADHD?
Middle-aged Americans are grappling with a new possible explanation for their slowing brain.
Fortifying Health Systems and Countering Infectious Disease Threats Through the America First Global Health Strategy in Burkina Faso - United States Department of State
Today, the United States and Burkina Faso signed a five-year bilateral health cooperation Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) that reinforces regional health security in the Sahel while advancing Burkina Faso’s capacity to independently manage infectious disease threats before they reach our shores. This MOU reflects the Trump Administration’s commitment to protecting American health security while building […]
Our Men’s Hockey Team’s Historic Win Was Just Too Much for Sports Writers to Bear
The USA men’s hockey team won gold after 46 years. Critics focus on politics, but fans are celebrating a historic American victory.
WHO Eastern Mediterranean Region and Pan American Health Organization sign agreement to strengthen hospital resilience
25 February 2026 (EMRO/PAHO)—WHO’s Regional Office for the Eastern Mediterranean (EMRO) and the Pan American Health Organization (PAHO) have signed a Memorandum of Arrangement to strengthen collaboration on making hospitals safer and better prepared for health emergencies and disasters. At a time of growing instability and constrained resources, this collaboration positions hospitals as a dependable anchor for communities, ensuring they remain open, functional, and capable of delivering life-saving care when it matters most.
Did the Constitution doom American democracy?
In 2015, Matt Yglesias predicted America’s political system would collapse. Did Trump prove him right?
Americans trust vaccines, school mandates, rejecting Trump agenda, Reuters/Ipsos poll finds
A bipartisan majority of Americans believe vaccines are safe and that children should receive them to attend school, according to a new Reuters/Ipsos poll, illustrating the challenges President Donald Trump's administration faces to win broad support for upending decades of health policy.
Why heart disease and stroke are expected to rise significantly among younger women
Obesity, diabetes and high blood pressure are fueling increases in cardiovascular disease, even among much younger women, the American Heart Association said.
WHO Eastern Mediterranean Region and Pan American Health Organization sign agreement to strengthen hospital resilience
Cairo, Egypt, 25 February 2026 — WHO’s Regional Office for the Eastern Mediterranean (EMRO) and the Pan American Health Organization (PAHO) have signed a Memorandum of Arrangement to strengthen collaboration on making...
Abigail Spanberger, in Democratic Response, Asks if Trump Is Working for Americans
“We all know the answer is no,” the Virginia governor argued in her rebuttal to President Trump’s State of the Union address.
I was in the room at Trump's SOTU. Here's what it was like.
Here's what it was like for one reporter to be in the room for the longest State of the Union in American history.
‘You have killed Americans’: Ilhan Omar tries to shout down Trump’s immigration attacks
For the first hour of President Donald Trump’s State of the Union address Tuesday, Democrats in the House chamber largely stuck to their plan: Sit in stony, defiant silence.
Trump touts lower drug costs and anti-fraud measures in lengthy State of the Union
At SOTU, Trump touted health care wins even as more than half of Americans say health care has become more unaffordable for them and their families.
Possible bullet holes mysteriously appear on American Airlines plane after flight from Colombia
American Airlines jet discovered with possible bullet holes after Miami landing from Colombia. Aircraft grounded for investigation following inspection.
WATCH: ‘Can't let’ Iran have a nuclear weapon, Trump says
The U.S. has been building up its largest military presence of American warships and aircraft in decades in the Middle East, as the Trump administration plans to restart talks with Iran over its nuclear program.
WATCH: ‘You killed Americans,’ lawmaker says as Trump asks Congress to stand for protecting citizens
While Republicans stood and applauded for two minutes, at least one Democratic lawmaker in the room shouted “you killed Americans,” a reference to two citizens shot and killed by federal agents in Minnesota in January.
68% of Americans Say Trump Has the Wrong Priorities
As Mr. Trump prepares for his State of the Union address, polls show that most Americans say he isn’t paying enough attention to the country’s biggest problems.
Chevy Corvette ZR1 Sets Car And Driver's New Lightning Lap Record, Beats McLaren Senna By 0.7 Seconds
This isn't one of those, "Sure it's quick in a straight line, but what about corners?" conversations that people normally have about cheap American performance.
State of the Union offers Trump a chance to make the case for his foreign policy approach
President Donald Trump's State of the Union address is expected to tilt heavily on domestic issues, but it's also a chance for the Republican to make the case for his foreign policy efforts to Americans who are increasingly demonstrating uneasiness about his priorities.
Stark partisan divide in who thinks their side is winning and losing in politics
In the 10 years that we have asked this question, Americans overall have consistently been more likely to say their side is losing than to say it’s winning.
How does politics influence interpretive signs at National Park Service sites?
The Trump administration recently ordered the National Park Service to remove interpretive signs that discuss slavery at Independence National Historical Park in Philadelphia, following an executive order issued last year stating that public monuments should not “inappropriately disparage Americans” and instead “focus on the greatness of the achievements and progress of the American people.” A […]
Chaos in Puerto Vallarta puts the spotlight on Americans retiring abroad
It's supposed to be paradise. It turned into a warzone. Inside the chaos in Puerto Vallarta.
Trump confronts his 3 main options on Iran — from diplomacy to trying to topple a regime
After ordering the largest American military buildup in the Middle East since the onset of the Iraq War, President Donald Trump now has a decision to make on Iran.
Trump faces a skeptical public and myriad challenges ahead of State of the Union address
President Donald Trump on Tuesday night will get his highest-profile opportunity to convince skeptical Americans that his policies are working — and that a promised economic golden age is right around the corner.
Fact-check: Do chronic illnesses account for 90% of U.S. health care spending?
A federal government campaign that encourages Americans to avoid processed foods claims that "90% of U.S. healthcare spending goes to treating chronic disease — much of which is linked to diet and lifestyle."
I-TEAM: 15K lawsuits targeting businesses for being non-ADA compliant for websites
They all surround the Americans with Disabilities Act and the ability of blind people to access websites they have the legal right to use.
Americans sour on Trump ahead of State of the Union, polls find
New polls show the president’s approval rating falling among Democrats and independents, though it remains strong among Republicans.
Prior authorization is a top health care burden, KFF poll finds
About 32% of Americans say prior authorization requirements are a major burden, more than billing confusion or finding appointments, according to the January 2026 survey.
81% of Americans Say Money Controls Politics – Can a Constitutional Amendment Fix It?
Polls consistently show that nearly all Americans across the political spectrum agree that there is too much money in politics – whether from foreign sources, corporations, or so-called “dark money” groups.
AMC Entertainment posts results topper aided by box office recovery
AMC Q4 earnings beat: revenue tops estimates as North American box office recovers.
Carline ’26 delivers W&M’s first Churchill Scholarship
Kate Carline '26 is the first William & Mary student to win a Churchill Scholarship. She will enroll at Cambridge University this fall. Eighteen scholarships in total were awarded but Carline is one of only two American students to receive the Kanders Churchill scholarship, devoted specifically to those who want to pursue the public policy implications of scientific research and discovery.
New cardiology-OB-GYN continuing education to launch with $1 million gift from leading media voice on health Dr. Jennifer Ashton and husband Tom Werner
Embargoed until 1pm ET, Monday, February 23, 2026 DALLAS, Feb. 23, 2026 — The American Heart Association today announced a bold new initiative designed to transform how clinicians identify and treat cardiovascular risk in midlife women. The...
Checks and balances aren’t working under Trump, growing majority says
On the eve of President Donald Trump’s State of the Union address, two-thirds of Americans say the system of checks and balances that divides power between the White House, Congress and the courts is not working well, according to the latest PBS News/NPR/Marist Poll.
No one in health care should be called a ‘provider’
The word “provider” in health care turns the relationship between patient and physician into a commercial transaction, argues the American College of Physicians.
Federal funding freeze stalls growth for Western Pennsylvania small businesses
Despite a push from the Trump administration to unleash American competitiveness, Congress has failed to reauthorize the nation’s largest innovation...
Shields beats Crews-Dezurn to retain title
Claressa Shields defends her undisputed heavyweight crown by beating fellow American Franchon Crews-Dezurn by unanimous points decision in Detroit.
Local health experts emphasize importance of American Heart Month
February is American Heart Month -- a time set aside each year to remind Americans that heart disease remains the number one cause of death in the country.Fortu
Health Care Groups Form Coalition to Fight Loan Caps
Inside Higher Ed spoke with two key leaders from the American Occupational Therapy Association about how the coalition came to be and what they hope to accomplish as pushback against the new loan limits grows.
From the sports desk: ‘That’s American hockey right there’
U.S. men's hockey topples Canada in overtime, claims first Olympic gold since 1980.
The Carlson-Huckabee interview may be the wake-up call Americans needed
The interview brought the 'Israel first vs America first' debate to heart of the American right.
Geoff Sprouse scores 28, American defeats Lafayette 75-61
EASTON, Pa. (AP) Geoff Sprouse's 28 points helped American defeat Lafayette 75-61 on Sunday.
It's a quiet box office weekend as 'GOAT' edges 'Wuthering Heights'
Sony Pictures Animation’s film “GOAT” is leading a quiet weekend at the North American box office, beating “Wuthering Heights” in a second-weekend showdown. Sunday's studio estimates show “GOAT” earning $17
6-in-10 Americans disapprove of Trump's job performance, new poll says
In a new poll released two days before Trump's highly anticipated address to Congress, 60%, said they disapprove of his performance.
Dating has been hard as an American living in another country
Dating and finding love abroad has been hard as an American living in Paris. The language barrier and cultural differences are tough to navigate.
Science journalism on the ropes worldwide as U.S. aid cuts bite
Federal freezes to foreign assistance are affecting grants for investigative reporters everywhere—but especially in poorer countries
A border district in Texas is flashing warning signs for Republicans in the midterms
We visited Alcazar and South Texas as part of our “All Over the Map” project, an effort to track elections and major issue debates through the eyes of experiences of everyday Americans. That there is good reason to visit speaks volumes about President Donald Trump’s midterm political troubles.
What Gallup polls teach us about presidents
The Gallup organization, founded by George Gallup, announced Feb. 11 they will no longer conduct their well-known polls that rate whether the Americans approve or disapprove the way presidents handle the job. Gallup began these polls in the late 1930s but did not conduct them during World War II. The Gallup staff has said no […]
60% disapprove of Trump ahead of State of the Union, Post-ABC poll finds
Democrats have made little headway in persuading Americans that they have better ideas or policies to offer.
Could you get a big tariff rebate check? Here's the latest.
President Donald Trump has floated the idea of sending checks to Americans as a rebate from tariff revenue. Now Democrats have suggested another idea.
Why Winter Olympic medals broke and what the failure revealed
A small design flaw in the medals for the Winter Olympics in Milan and Cortina turned a durability promise into a very public stress test
Klaebo becomes first athlete to win 6 golds at a Winter Games
Klaebo’s victory in the 50-kilometer mass start race shattered the nearly 50-year record set by American speed skater Eric Heiden.
Lehigh Welcomes Boston U. To Stabler Arena On CBS Sports Network
Lehigh men's basketball returns to Stabler Arena on Sunday to host Boston University at noon on CBS Sports Network.
How Jesse Jackson freed dozens of Americans held captive overseas
Jesse Jackson's "citizen diplomacy" freed hundreds of people held prisoner abroad.
February 20, 2026
Autism has long been thought of as a condition that mostly affects boys, but data suggest that’s not true. Plus, an update on the first state-run psilocybin therapy programs, and why the American Medical Association is joining an effort to launch an independent vaccine review panel. And, what record-low snowpack in Utah and Colorado means for the region's water supply.
HOMETOWN ENTERTAINMENT: “American Idol” winner brings nostalgic sounds to the Millwald Theatre
"American Idol" champion to perform concert in Wytheville next week.
Texas A&M animal science faculty and graduate student earn national honors
Department of Animal Science faculty member and doctoral student received prestigious honors from the American Society of Animal Science.
Business Badger Beat: Lessons From A Career Trek To North Carolina
In our latest Business Badger Beat, junior Lauren Downham takes us along on her recent Career Trek to Raleigh, N.C.
Alysa Liu’s defining Olympic night and a shine that bucks her sport’s expectations
Liu's gold medal, a first for an American woman in figure skating since 2002, challenges the sport's conventions about rigidity.
American cowboy legend Chad Berger discusses challenges of the cattle business
Chad Berger, owner of Chad Berger Bucking Bulls, discusses the changing American cattle business, highlighting rising steer prices, decreasing cattle numbers due to land development and an aging rancher population.
What makes ice slippery? Scientists may have finally figured it out
The reason we slip and slide on ice—a phenomenon central to figure skating, curling and other Winter Olympic events—is a centuries-old physics mystery that may have finally been cracked
Analysis: As the sewage spills, the politicians snipe
Everyone agrees that a spill of nearly 250 million gallons of raw sewage is an ecological emergency and an environmental disaster. But not even hundreds of millions of gallons of raw sewage dumped into the Potomac River can bring the American political parties together.
Anglo American Writes Down De Beers Diamond Unit Value by Another $2.3 Billion
It is the third time in three years that Anglo American writes down the value of its diamond business.
Anglo American cuts value of De Beers business by half
Third writedown for London-listed miner’s gem unit in three years as sale process has moved slowly
Alysa Liu not only won gold — she did it on her terms
Liu became the first American woman to win gold in singles figure skating in more than two decades, capping a personal comeback that began when she walked away from the sport as a teen.
Black Americans face heart health disparities
MADISON, Wis. - Black Americans are about 30% more likely to die from heart disease than white Americans - according to the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services Office
Why have Americans turned against this lifesaving medication?
Statin hysteria has made it hard to convince people that this effective drug is actually very safe.
Israeli settler killed Palestinian-American teen in the West Bank, local health ministry says
A 19-year-old Palestinian-American citizen shot by an Israeli settler in the West Bank has died from his wounds,
JPMorgan analysis finds Trump’s tariffs are working on China—at a huge cost to American small business
Outflows from midsize U.S. firms to China have dropped by approximately 20% since 2024, but there’s a price.
JPMorgan analysis finds Trump's tariffs are working on China—at a huge cost to small American business
Outflows from midsize U.S. firms to China have dropped by approximately 20% since 2024, but there's a price.