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Something extremely weird is happening to our galactic neighbor. Scientists think they know why
The stars in the Small Magellanic Cloud aren’t behaving the way they should. A cataclysmic collision with another nearby galaxy may be the culprit
Detroit-Canada bridges increasingly drawn into election-year politics
A new political ad and toll rates stirring questions about how North America's busiest crossing will be affected by new bridge.
Building a digital ant gallery, from the ground up
How a particle accelerator, a robot, highspeed cameras, and 2,000 ants came together to paint a picture of biological diversity.
Kennedy’s vaccine agenda takes a major blow
A court ruling on Monday dealt a heavy blow to Health and Human Services (HHS) Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr.’s efforts to transform America’s vaccine policy, just as the White House is reportedly…
Texas GOP lawmakers head to Washington for White House meeting
The visit comes as the Trump administration is trying to find ways to reduce costs on American families ahead of the midterms.
Politics of Indigenous peoples in the West
Indigenous communities increasingly influence energy, security and electoral dynamics across the Americas.
Keaton Wagler earns All-American honors and jersey banner
Greenville, S.C. — The preseason hype surrounding a kid named Keaton Wagler felt rather obscure back then. Today, Keaton Wagler is considered one of the recent great Illini to grace the wooden State Farm Center court. On Tuesday, Illinois freshman Keaton Wagler was named to the All-American Second Team, the first Illini Freshman ever to […]
NCAA Men's Basketball Tournament: 68 Names to Know Heading Into March Madness
From Duke's Cameron Boozer to Cal Baptist's Dominique Daniels Jr., here are 68 names to know ahead of the 2026 NCAA Men's Basketball Tournament.
Drones over base where Rubio, Hegseth live raise security concerns
Lockdowns at U.S. bases and a global security alert underscore concerns that Iranian retaliation could extend to officials on American soil.
The heart health steps now recommended you take in your 20s and 30s
People between ages 20 and 40 should be taking steps now to prevent heart attacks and strokes, according to new recommendations from the American Heart Association.
Should Congress Increase Taxes on Sports Betting?
Introduction Sports betting has skyrocketed in the United States since a 2018 Supreme Court ruling nullified a 1992 federal law that had prohibited sports gambling in all but a few states. Americans wagered $7 billion on sports in 2018 and a staggering $167 billion in 2025—a nearly 24-fold increase. The rise of sports-betting apps has … Continued
Cryptocurrency and AI industries tested their influence in Illinois. It didn't go well
The artificial intelligence and cryptocurrency industries have suffered a setback as they try to reshape the midterm elections and establish themselves as power players in American politics.
GOP governors, AGs back Trump SAVE Act push, warn system gives ‘undue influence’ to states with illegal aliens
Republican governors and attorneys general back citizenship verification through the SAVE America Act for federal elections, arguing gaps in voter registration create unfair influence.
What to know about the Jones Act as the Trump administration unveils a 60-day waiver
Passed in 1920, this law aims to protect the American shipping sector — but it's also faced criticism over the years for slowing the delivery of goods, including critical aid during time of crisis.
Bars turn to 'tiny' cocktails as Americans trim drinking, spending amid rising prices
Tiny cocktails are taking over American bars nationwide as health-conscious drinkers seek smaller pours and moderation, creating a new mini drink trend.
APSA Announces Renewed Partnership with Cambridge University Press -
The American Political Science Association (APSA) is pleased to announce that we have renewed our partnership with Cambridge University Press for the publication of the three member-wide APSA journals and six organized section journals: American [...]
Nvidia CEO says disgusted gamers are wrong about its controversial AI tech
Amid a litany of memes and disses, CEO Jensen Huang tries to correct the public about Nvidia's DLSS 5 by clarifying what kind of generative AI it is.
iPhone 18 rumors say Pro models will get exclusive camera upgrade
iPhone 18 Pro and Pro Max are coming, and rumors indicate they’ll get at least one exclusive camera upgrade: a larger aperture Telephoto.
This overlooked organ may be more vital for longevity than scientists realized
The role of the thymus in our long-term immunity and health is poorly understood. A new study suggests we need to pay attention
iPhone 18 Pro Launching Later This Year With These 12 New Features
While the iPhone 18 Pro and iPhone 18 Pro Max are not expected to launch for another six months or so, there are already plenty of rumors about the devices. It was initially reported that the iPhone 18 Pro models would have fully under-screen Face ID, with only a front camera visible in the top-left corner of the screen. However, the latest rumors indicate that only one Face ID component will be moved under the screen on the devices, which will result in merely a smaller Dynamic Island.
Nvidia has lost the plot with gamers
The company at the center of AI and gaming should have known better.
Birth control skepticism, teen fertility education center stage at Trump’s women’s health summit
Seeking to reach women at a moment when President Donald Trump’s support is slipping among a key voting bloc, the Make America Healthy Again movement, the administration-sponsored event elevated perspectives outside conventional standards of medical care and counter to many women’s health choices.
Chairman Griffith Delivers Opening Statement at Subcommittee on Health Third Hearing in Series to Improve Health Care Affordability for All Americans
The Committee on Energy and Commerce is the oldest standing legislative committee in the U.S. House of Representatives and is vested with the broadest jurisdiction of any congressional authorizing committee.
Chairman Griffith Delivers Opening Statement at Subcommittee on Health Third Hearing in Series to Improve Health Care Affordability for All Americans
The Committee on Energy and Commerce is the oldest standing legislative committee in the U.S. House of Representatives and is vested with the broadest jurisdiction of any congressional authorizing committee.
Republicans hope to label Democrats as party of election fraud in voter ID debate
Democrats say the bill could disenfranchise millions of Americans including women, minorities and low-income Americans.
Doug Jones calls out Tuberville’s ‘dog whistle rhetoric for political gain’
“We must make it clear that no American, or Alabamian, is our ‘enemy,’” Jones said.
Wellness businesses skyrocket as Americans prioritize health
Dr. Gabrielle Lyon discusses the economic turn to wellness and fitness and addresses America’s protein craze on ‘Fox & Friends First.’
Exploding Pintos, imploding politics: Celebrating 50 years of fearless journalism
The Center for Investigative Reporting’s CEO, Monika Bauerlein, looks back on a half-century of “Mother Jones” magazine and what lies ahead for America’s nonprofit newsrooms.
Josh Shapiro and the Battle for Israel’s Place in American Politics – The Jerusalem Strategic Tribune
Essays – With his Iran war, or, if you prefer, excursion, President Trump is upending political debate in America on the right. The resignation in March of Joe
Why Some Birds Seem to Be Developing a Cigarette Habit
Research from Poland adds to evidence from Latin American countries that compounds in used cigarette butts ward off parasites in bird nests.
Israel is a key issue in Democratic primaries as support for the U.S. ally drops
Support for Israel is down among Americans, particularly Democrats, with the last couple years being a major turning point.
NVIDIA CEO defends DLSS 5 as gamers label it an 'AI slop filter'
Memes about the AI rendering model quickly spread after it was unveiled on Monday.
A dietitian and doctor review RFK Jr's new food pyramid
The new food pyramid was released earlier this year. It emphasizes protein, full-fat dairy and what Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. calls “healthy fats.” These guidelines influence the standards for school lunches, food labeling and programs like SNAP. Today on the show, Short Wave co-host Emily Kwong chats with registered dietitian nutritionist Shana Spence, and Dr. Sarah Kim, a diabetes specialist, about the new guidelines. Plus, NPR’s Reflect America fellow Kadin Mills unpacks how the new food pyramid could change school lunch trays. Check out more of Kadin’s coverage about the changes in dietary guidelines.Interested in more health science? 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.
Cuban American business owners in South Florida react to the island's announcement to allow foreign investment
Cuban Americans Will Be Allowed to Own Businesses in Cuba, but Is That Enough?
The Cuban government announced that Cubans living abroad can own and invest in businesses, but experts said they were disappointed that the measures didn’t go further.
Judge Orders Voice of America to Restart All News Operations
More than 1,000 full-time journalists and support staff at the news group were ordered to return to work by March 23 and to resume broadcasting.
Pappas Statement on Passage of Legislation to Fund Critical Small Business R&D Programs
Today, Congressman Chris Pappas (NH-01) helped pass the bipartisan Small Business Innovation and Economic Security Act to reauthorize the Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) program and the Small Business Technology Transfer (STTR) program for five years. The SBIR and STTR programs provide competitive awards to American small businesses to conduct research and development projects that have the potential for commercialization.
Senate kicks off marathon debate over Trump’s voter ID bill
The Senate has kicked off extended debate on the “SAVE America Act” — one of President Donald Trump’s top legislative priorities.
Nvidia’s AI-Powered Photorealistic Gaming Technology Roasted As ‘AI Slop’
Nvidia promised its new technology is a “dramatic leap in visual realism,” though gamers voiced fears it will diminish the artistic appearance of video games.
Gamers react with overwhelming disgust to DLSS 5's generative AI glow-ups
Nvidia's next frame-gen tech goes way beyond upscaling, and not in a good way...
A St. Patrick’s Day Election in Chicago? Politicians Look for Luck in the Timing.
In a county with the largest Irish American population in the U.S., a crush of parades has been a bounty for candidates searching for votes.
NCAA Tournament 2026 bracket picks, Cinderella teams, upsets: Model simulates March Madness 10K times
SportsLine's college basketball model has called 25 first-round NCAA Tournament upsets by double-digit seeds
Mall of America offers spring break entertainment for Minnesotans
Science & Innovation
Challenges to the American scientific enterprise—from the reproducibility crisis, to administrative bloat within research institutions, to diminished public trust in universities—together with sweeping reforms to the government’s role in science, make this a pivotal moment for science policy. An agenda to strengthen American science must enhance its productivity and credibility, preserve our research advantages, and ensure that the scientific enterprise remains accountable to American citizens.
Tim Cook names Apple's greatest contributions, talks tariff refunds and retirement rumors
Apple CEO Tim Cook continues the company’s 50th anniversary celebration with a press stop at Good Morning America on ABC...
'American Idol' judge says Daniel Stallworth could be season's 'best singer'
Daniel Stallworth sang a dance party favorite on \
We work in an ICU — and see firsthand how Trump’s health care cuts are endangering Americans’ lives
Senate Republicans have deliberately allowed health insurance protections to expire to reduce federal spending, exposing a fragile system built upon temporary fixes — and leading to a growing number of tragic outcomes.
OPPO Find N6 - Ultra Flat, Flexible & Powerful
Discover the OPPO Find N6: foldable flagship featuring Zero-Feel Crease and 200MP Hasselblad Camera. Paired with OPPO AI Pen, unleash your creativity.
Senate expected to take up voter ID bill opposed by Democrats
Donald Trump has vowed not to sign any other legislation until the passage of Save America act, which would create more barriers for voting
It’s Showtime for the SAVE America Act in the Senate | WSJ Politics Newsletter for March 17
Plus, a judge blocks RFK Jr’s MAHA vaccine recommendations
US troops in Iran? What Americans think, and what it would mean
Polling suggests the idea of US troops on the ground in Iran is a complete nonstarter for Americans overall — and even a tough sell for the GOP base.
Opening Cuba for business
Cuba to offer private sector investment to Cuban Americans.
How a Madison maestro composed his life, career in American music
John DeMain will soon retire from the Madison Symphony Orchestra and Madison Opera. In a Cap Times interview, he talks about his career and his published memoirs.
April 2026: Science history from 50, 100 and 150 years ago
A quorum of quarks; asbestos surprises
The fight over transgender rights in America has entered a new phase
The policy fight is moving well beyond sports and youth medicine. The political response hasn’t caught up.
The Pentagon provided a rare inside look at Palantir's Project Maven
Cameron Staley, the Pentagon's chief digital and AI officer, praised Palantir's tool for modernizing warfighting.
Amid Iran war, Democratic Senate hopeful tries to win back Arab American voters
Abdul El-Sayed, backed by Sanders, is betting a populist agenda is Democrats’ path back to power in a state that has traditionally produced more moderate senators.
Hands on with Aqara’s new Matter-compatible camera
The first Matter camera is here — sort of
Why Colorado businesses should oppose SB26-134
By Liliana Soto My family has spent the last 30 years building a small piece of Colorado’s food culture. My father founded Las Dos Americas Tortilleria three decades ago with a simple idea to make authentic flour and corn tortillas from scratch and serve our community with pride. What started as a small tortilleria has […]
‘Frustrated': Hollywood business owner says thieves targeted perfume store again
Surveillance cameras captured thieves smashing through the front door of a South Florida business, stealing thousands of dollars’ worth of perfume.
Amid blackouts in Cuba, Mario Díaz-Balart sees communism's future fading on the island
Florida's Cuban American GOP delegation says the 'countdown to a free Cuba' has begun.
Inside the Democrats’ Infighting in the Illinois Primary
We talked to our Peoria-born reporter about Primary Day in what he claims is America’s best state.
Alabama High School Sports Hall of Famer returning as Maplesville’s head football coach
Including his three seasons at Jemison from 2001-2003, the coach has a 241-59 overall record and 47-20 postseason mark across 24 seasons as a head coach.
We Would Be Bragging, of Course: American Science on Tour : The Hastings Center for Bioethics
The Chinese Minister of Health's grand tour around the U.S. in 1980 was a glittering assortment of legendary figures in mid-century medicine and the great scientific institutions. Could we pull off a similar junket today?
2026 NAMI-Ipsos Workplace Mental Health Poll
A NAMI-Ipsos poll conducted in January – February 2026 highlights what mental health support American employees are looking for from their companies. This data reflects employee sentiment across industries at companies with at least 100 employees.
Cuban Regime Wants Diaspora to Own Businesses on the Island
In a diplomatic overture, the Communist regime is aiming to open up its moribund economy to the affluent Cuban-American diaspora.
Federal judge blocks RFK Jr.'s changes to childhood vaccine schedule
The ruling stems from a lawsuit brought by major medical organizations including the American Academy of Pediatrics.
Pritzker flexes political muscle in Illinois Senate primary as 2028 buzz builds
Illinois primary could make history as three candidates vie for Durbin's Senate seat, with potential for second Black woman or Indian American senator.
Cuba to open private sector to Cuban Americans as talks with US grow
Cuba says Cubans abroad – including Miami – can invest and own private businesses as talks with the US advance.
Nonprofits suing Worcester over police response to mental health calls
Federal lawsuit says the city is violating the Americans with Disabilities Act, and other laws.
Nonprofits suing Worcester over police response to mental health calls
Federal lawsuit says the city is violating the Americans with Disabilities Act, and other laws.
Jeffrey Epstein victims and Bank of America reach settlement
The lawsuit brought by Jeffrey Epstein victims alleged Bank of America facilitated the pedophile's sex-trafficking operation.
Scott Borchetta launches Borchetta Entertainment Group management division with Carly Pearce signing
Borchetta’s departure from HYBE AMERICA was announced in February.
Sen. Schmitt accuses Democrats of playing ‘petty politics’ as DHS funding fight continues
Sen. Eric Schmitt, R-Mo., discusses the mounting national security concerns amid the DHS shutdown, responds to Democratic criticism of ICE and more on ‘America’s Newsroom.’
NYC Health + Hospitals/Kings County Adult Intensive Care Units Earn National Beacon Awards for Excellence - NYC Health + Hospitals
NYC Health + Hospitals/Kings County today announced that two of its adult critical care units have been nationally recognized by the American Association
Partisanship and science
I recently participated in a symposium of the Denver-based Institute for Science & Policy, during which I had a “fireside chat” with Tony Mills of the American Enterprise Institute. Mills has written extensively on the politicization of science, and the two of us had a very enjoyable hour-long conversation on the topic. You can watch it below. The main questions we dealt with are why there is such a vast partisan gap in trust of science, and to what extent this is a unique moment. Mills helpfully brings a good deal of data to the discussion, as he did in this useful piece at Issues in Science & Technology. Tusk depends on reader support. To support this work, please become a paid subscriber. Subscribe Note this graph, drawing on a range of survey data to demonstrate partisan attitudes toward science since 1970s. As it demonstrates, there’s been a very sharp partisan divergence in confidence in science during the Trump Era, starting prior to the Covid pandemic. At least in part, we can attribute this to a rise in populist anti-science rhetoric embraced by Trump, his appointees, and those in his media orbit. But as the graph also shows, the partisan divide has existed in the past, and it’s not always in the same direction. The largest divergence in party views toward science prior to 2016 was in the 1970s, when liberals equated scientific achievement with the military-industrial complex and thus trusted it less. That era of scientific mistrust is often overlooked. Indeed, as Mills notes, the Moon landings (1969-72), which today are considered one of the last great moments of national unity, were experienced nothing like that at the time. There was sharp debate back then over whether the Apollo missions were worth the vast expenditures when the country had so much else to deal with. It’s outside the dataset, and we don’t have the partisanship lens for it, but the 1950s was another deeply anti-science decade, with critics of intellectuals and college professors alleging their ties to communism and their lack of commitment to basic American moral beliefs. This was the subject of Richard Hofstadter’s 1962 book Anti-Intellectualism in American Life, in which he quotes religious leaders like Franklin Graham: [In place of the Bible] we substituted reason, rationalism, mind culture, science worship, the working power of government, Freudianism, naturalism, humanism, behaviorism, positivism, materialism, and idealism. [This is the work of] so-called intellectuals. Thousands of these “intellectuals” have publicly stated that morality is relative—that there is no norm or absolute standard.… This fervor was heavily whipped up by Sen. Joe McCarthy (R-Wisconsin), although it’s clear that not all his fellow Republicans were on board with his red-baiting. What ended that era? The simple answer is the 1957 launch of Sputnik. Americans became afraid that they were losing to Soviet scientists, and suddenly university researchers and government projects were awash with funding. In our conversation, I asked Mills about the possibility of us having a Sputnik moment again that would rally the American public in favor of science today. Mills argued that the COVID-19 pandemic was essentially a Sputnik moment — a terrifying threat to all Americans that required scientific advances to address. But thanks in part to political polarization and the populist and conspiratorial leanings of Donald Trump, we got the opposite of a unifying moment. Many Americans turned against science, despite science actually stepping up in that moment. As we discussed in the chat, it’s not clear what scientists could or should be doing in this moment to increase faith in their work. As Mills notes, one of the chief complaints against scientists and professors is that they’ve become too political; scholars becoming even more political might not help them achieve their goals. This (mainly Republican-driven) anti-science era will end, of course, but it’s not clear what event will bring that about. Share
Virginia entrepreneurs on Trump’s dodgy tariffs: ‘It disrupts your business’
Refunds of the unconstitutional tariffs paid by companies across Virginia and the country will not come soon — if at all, guest columnist Jim Spencer writes.
Soap operas, reimagined
The fastest-growing entertainment format in America does not live on Netflix or network television. It lives on your phone
Stopping Screwworms with Science - AG INFORMATION NETWORK OF THE WEST
USDA’s new sterile fly production center aims to keep a dangerous livestock pest from gaining ground in North America.
Bad vs. worse in politics
If you ever thought the President Donald Trump-led Republican Party is bad, well the Democrats are worse. The Democrats lack politically astute leaders, as well as vision and discipline. They seem incapable of being on offense and are always on defense where it is difficult to score points and win. Only 37 percent of Americans […]
AP analysis: Two weeks into war with Iran, Trump has been knocked back on his political heels
President Donald Trump has grown more agitated with news coverage and has failed to explain the Iran war — or how it will end — in a way that resonates with the American public.
U.S. completes historic hockey sweep in Olympics, Paralympics
Three weeks after the United States beat Canada in the Olympic hockey finals, the Americans overcame their neighbors again to win Paralympic gold and complete the three-peat at Milan Cortina.
Americans are now diagnosing their political opponents instead of understanding them
Psychological interpretation of political disagreement is replacing reasoned debate, leading to a culture of avoidance and echo chambers, and ultimately hindering democracy.
Asia-Pacific allies ink $57 billion in deals with US companies, Burgum says
Asia-Pacific allies agreed to $57 billion in 22 deals with American companies during this weekend's Indo-Pacific Energy Security Forum in Tokyo, U.S. Interior Secretary Doug Burgum said on Sunday.
Finalissima between Spain, Argentina canceled in Qatar because of regional conflict during Iran war
European champion Spain were originally scheduled to take on Copa America winners Argentina on March 27 in Qatar
Paula Doress-Worters, Who Redefined Women’s Health, Dies at 87
Paula Doress-Worters, the mother and activist who opened the door to once-taboo conversations about women’s health in America, has died at 87. Paula was a member of the Boston Women’s Health Book Collective, a group of young women who got together to assemble the groundbreaking manual later known as “Our Bodies, Ourselves,” that dove-into subjects like sexuality, birth control, abortion and post-partum depression. Sunday TODAY’s Willie Geist remembers a life well lived.
Politics chat: Trump's war priorities, FCC on war coverage, Save America Act
We look at President Trump's shifting objectives in the war with Iran, as well as the last front on his fight to impose global tariffs on dozens of countries.
As the politics around Israel shift, many Democrats are seeking distance from AIPAC
As the politics around Israel shift in the US, many Democratic lawmakers and candidates are seeking distance from the American Israel Political Affairs Committee. It comes as the group is spending big to shape the outcome of primaries across the country.
Scientists revive activity in frozen mouse brains for the first time
A familiar trope in science fiction is the cryopreserved time traveller, their body deep-frozen in suspended animation, then thawed and reawakened in another decade or century with all of their mental...
Scientists revive activity in frozen mouse brains for the first time
‘Cryosleep’ remains the preserve of science fiction, but researchers are getting closer to restoring brain function after deep freezing
The iGarden M1 Pro Max 100 Is the Closest Thing to a Luxury Car for Your Pool
iGarden’s new pool-cleaning robot backs up its sporty design with camera-assisted cleaning and impressive battery endurance.
What Zootopia 2 gets right about the science of snakes
At its core, Zootopia 2 is a defense of snakes. The Oscar-nominated sequel to Zootopia centers on an unlikely pair of animal police officers—Judy Hopps, a rabbit, and her fox partner, Nick Wilde—who ...
What Zootopia 2 gets right about the science of snakes
Snakes are key members of their ecosystems. Here’s what would happen if they suddenly vanished just like in the Oscar-nominated film Zootopia 2
Emotional Abuse in College Sports
March Madness is here. The high-stakes, sudden-death college basketball tournament is a beloved tradition in American sports. For the players, it’s a chance to showcase the skills they’ve developed through years of hard training of the body and mind. In many cases, that push produces incredible feats of athletic performance. But an investigation by reporters Julia Haney and Elizabeth Santos has found instances in which athletes allege that the push from coaches goes too far. Emotional abuse by coaches, some athletes maintain, can cause lasting, even irreparable damage. On this episode of The Sunday Story, we hear from athletes who fought back.*A warning that today’s story includes mentions of sexual and emotional abuse, suicide, bullying and includes explicit language.
Chiefs take care of business versus rival Americans in 7-2 victory
The Spokane Chiefs dominate the Americans 7-2.
Burglar steals $20k in camera equipment from Riverside financial services business
The owners of a Riverside financial services business that was targeted in a burglary in which $20,000 in camera equipment was taken believe that the suspect may have been familiar with their office.
Resident Evil Requiem Has Unique Idle Animations For Each Gun
It only triggers in the safe rooms.
Who has the power to declare war?
Our constitutional framers boldly and ambitiously granted Congress the power to declare war yet granted the executive the responsibility, after war is declared, to supervise war as the commander-in-chief. That worked well until the Cold War began. The U.S. has been involved in dozens of wars, antiterrorist operations and other military interventions over the past 80 […]