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If not pet, why pet shape? Science says raccoons aren't quite there : Short Wave
Dogs are man’s best friend. And it’s no secret that we at Short Wave love cats (Regina has four)! Both of these iconic pets have been domesticated – evolved and adapted to live alongside humans – for millennia. And a recent study suggests that the common raccoon may be on its first steps towards joining them. So how do scientists look for signs of domestication and what do those signs mean? And could you have a litter box trained raccoon in your lifetime? We talk to the study’s lead author, Raffaela Lesch, to find out.Interested in more animal science stories? Email us your question at shortwave@npr.org.Listen to every episode of Short Wave sponsor-free and support our work at NPR by signing up for Short Wave+ at plus.npr.org/shortwave.
GoLocalProv | News | The Politics of Tragedies – “The Sunday Political Brunch”—December 21, 2025
By all measures, it has been a tough week. From the fatal shootings at Brown University and an MIT professor’s home, to the murders of an iconic Hollywood couple. There were also new developments in the Epstein case, some key votes in Congress, and another presidential controversy. Let...
Five Takeaways From the World’s Biggest Earth Science Meeting
The world’s biggest Earth science conference had a shocking backdrop this year, with the Trump administration announcing that it plans to close an iconic climate research lab. Suffice to say, that changed the tone of the gathering.
What it costs to live in America’s iconic holiday movie towns
Redfin Real Estate reports on the affordability of iconic holiday movie towns, revealing high prices in places like Winnetka, Illinois, and NYC, while others are more accessible.
Many iconic, beloved North Jersey businesses closed in 2025. See list
2025 was tough for restaurants and brick-and-mortar retail, given inflation, sluggish rate cuts and President Donald Trump’s tariffs.
‘Bo Schembechler would never stop throwing up’: How Michigan’s scandal reveals college sports’ transformation
Legendary Michigan-based columnist Mitch Albom says Bo Schembechler would be sickened by today's college sports landscape where player poaching and money have replaced loyalty in an era unrecognizable to the iconic coach.
Beloved ‘90s sitcom to come back for second reunion special
The cast of this iconic sitcom will reunite for a special with new unaired material from its original run.
Jacqueline Kennedy Onassis' election night coat sold at auction for $50,800. Photos show the iconic look.
Jacqueline Kennedy Onassis wore a purple maternity coat on election night in 1960. Sotheby's estimated the coat's value at between $6,000 and $8,000.
Blindsided: Iconic Gainesville businesses included in 49 ADA lawsuits
Owners forced to settle or spend after dozens of mirror suits.
The rise and fall of Hooters
Since 1983, Hooters has been an iconic brand. But in 2025, its franchisor, Hooters of America, went bankrupt. Can the original founders save it?
Amazon Game Studios announces two new ‘Tomb Raider’ games coming in 2026 and 2027
Lara Croft returns in a reimagined version of her 1996 debut and an all-new adventure that builds on her iconic legacy, both powered by Unreal Engine 5.
Gift top-selling books for the holidays from USA TODAY
From iconic moments in sports history to the unforgettable careers, these photo books are as much memorabilia as they are conversation starters.
Revival of St. Petersburg's iconic Science Center moves forward
The long-awaited revival of St. Petersburg's beloved Science Center is officially underway, following the city council's decision to sell the property to the St. Pete STEAM Group.
Premier League outbursts: 10 of the most iconic
After Mohamed Salah's extraordinary interview about his Liverpool future, we have looked at some of the other big Premier League outbursts
The maker of the Yankees' iconic stadium clock files for bankruptcy after smartwatch gamble backfires
E. Gluck Corporation — maker of Armitron watches and the Yankees' stadium clock — filed for bankruptcy after a failed push into the smartwatch market.
Graeagle business owner takes Hot August Nights helm
Hot August Nights announces Lisa Jansen as its new executive director, bringing fresh leadership to one of Nevada’s most iconic annual events as it gears
Commentary: Don't kill college football's best tradition. Compromise to keep USC vs. Notre Dame
Notre Dame should agree to USC's request that the two teams play early in the season. Its stubborn approach threatens to end an iconic rivalry series.
Mike Piazza's iconic post-9/11 home run gave us more than sports back
Taylor University basketball fans storm court as part of iconic...
Thousands of Taylor University students stormed the basketball court as part of the prestigious school's cherished -- yet chaotic -- annual "Silent Night" Christmas tradition on Friday night.
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."
Jennifer Lopez, Gwyneth Paltrow & More Attend 'THR's Women in Entertainment Gala
Goldie Hawn, Jennifer Lopez, Kerry Washington, and Regina Hall were just some of the iconic actresses to grace the red carpet for The Hollywood Reporter's Women in Entertainment gala Wednesday ... and we have pics from the epic event!
With new bids, Warner Bros. Discovery looks to narrow the auction field
Paramount, Comcast and Netflix are poised to submit a second bid on Monday, kicking the auction into high-gear.
Bob on Business: Former Elks Lodge transforms into event, performance space
An iconic Elks Lodge located on Evans Avenue has a new owner. Austin Company, a commercial real estate firm led by CEO Jim Austin, has acquired the