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Obama responds to Trump sharing racist AI video depicting him as an ape
"There doesn't seem to be any shame about this among people who used to feel like you had to have some sort of decorum," Obama said in an interview that was posted on YouTube Saturday.
Science & Medicine: An over-the-counter supplement could boost the results of exercise in older adults
A study of two groups of 70-year-olds found that branched-chain amino acids combined with exercise improve physical function and quality of life. Exercise alone did not.
Top 25 And 1: Michigan leaves no doubt at No. 1 spot after dominant win over UCLA
The Wolverines are No. 1 for the sixth-straight day in our daily rankings and should ascend to that spot in the AP Top 25 soon as well
Ben Shapiro: The con consuming American politics
The message being sold is simple: Society is rigged, the system is evil.
Prep talk: Derrick Taylor continues his coaching magic at Blair
Blair upset top-seeded Bonita on Friday night to advance in Southern Section Division 4 boys' basketball playoffs.
Contributor: Gaza remains a crisis of children's mental health
As a psychologist in the occupied West Bank, I thought I understood trauma. Then came the call from a dying 5-year-old trapped in Gaza.
The two separate lives of Gavin Newsom detailed in new memoir
In his new memoir "Young Man in a Hurry," Gov. Gavin Newsom writes about the occasional interludes into his father's life charmed by the Getty oil family's affluence and the everyday struggle living with his single mom.
Jordan Stolz sets records, snaps Americans' skid at Winter Olympics
American Jordan Stolz won his second gold medal on Saturday, living up to expectations during a challenging Olympics for U.S. stars.
Trump claims victory on affordability as public anxieties persist
Advisers had been encouraging the president to sound more empathetic toward struggling Americans. But as some bright spots emerge, the messaging has shifted.
A consequential presidential debate, and a years-long investigation (Politics+) : The NPR Politics Podcast
In today's bonus episode, Claudia Grisales (congressional correspondent) and Barbara Sprunt (congressional correspondent) each share the "most" memorable story they've worked on. Barbara talks about being in the "press pool" at a pivotal moment in the 2024 presidential election, the Biden-Trump debate in Atlanta. Claudia talks about an investigative project she worked on for years that helped expose systemic corruption at the largest member-owned electric utility in the country. Listen to find out how you can submit a most-type question for us to answer in a future bonus episode! To unlock this and other bonus content, and get sponsor-free listening, sign up for NPR Politics Podcast+ via Apple Podcasts or at plus.npr.org. Regular episodes haven't changed and remain available every weekday!
High school girls' soccer: Saturday playoff scores
Saturday's scores for girls' soccer Southern Section and City Section playoff games.
High school girls' basketball: Saturday's playoff scores
CIF City Section and Southern Section high school girls' basketball playoff scores.
Connections: Sports Edition today: Hints and answers for Olympics-themed puzzle No. 510 on Feb. 15
Welcome to Connections: Sports Edition Coach — a spot to gather clues and discuss (and share) scores.
UAMS offers quick, noninvasive heart screenings during American Heart Month
American Heart Month is putting a spotlight on cardiovascular health, as heart disease remains the leading cause of death in the United States, accounting for n
2026 SuperMotocross Round 6 450 Updates from Seattle
Hunter Lawrence looks to hold onto the red plate as Ken Roczen and Eli Tomac hope to take it away from the Australian.
Oral bacteria may signal metabolic health and even contribute to obesity
It turns out your mouth may know more about your metabolism than your bathroom scale. New research shows that people with obesity host a distinct oral microbiome compared to individuals at a healthy weight. Rather than zeroing in on the gut microbiome, the study turns our attention to the mouth as a potential biological signal of metabolic health. It’s a shift that could challenge long-held assumptions about where obesity-related biomarkers can be measured.
Michigan ends up running away from UCLA
The Wolverines could wind up ranked No. 1 after turning a close game against the Bruins into a 30-point blowout.
Costa Mesa girls' water polo bows out in CIF quarterfinals
The Mustangs grew a lot over the course of the season, but host Rowland rallied late for the win on Friday.
5 Years Strong: An Italian-Style Coffee Spot in Utica Keeps Brewing
A local coffee shop owner is celebrating five years in business.
Steelers named landing spot for A.J. Brown
The Pittsburgh Steelers could land the star wide receiver.
Leading Researcher Named First UM Endowed Chair in Fisheries Science
The University of Montana recently named Yoichiro Kanno as the newest endowed chair in its top-ranked Wildlife Biology Program.
Pressure Rising: Brian Schottenheimer Enters 2026 Under the Spotlight
Two losing seasons and missed playoffs put Brian Schottenheimer on the hot seat. Can he turn the Cowboys' fortunes around in 2026?
Who pays for Newsom's travel? Hint: It's not always taxpayers
Gov. Gavin Newsom's international travel is paid for by the California State Protocol Foundation, a nonprofit that is funded primarily by corporate donations and run by a board Newsom appoints.
High school basketball: Friday's playoff scores and updated pairings
CIF City Section and Southern Section high school boys' and girls' basketball playoff scores and playoff schedule.
Disaster strikes Ilia Malinin in most shocking moment of Winter Olympics so far
U.S. figure skater Ilia Malinin was supposed to win gold by a wide margin before a disastrous free skate moved him out of medal contention in a Winter Olympics shocker.
MRN BUSINESS SPOTLIGHT: Refreshment Services Pepsi
On today’s Business Spotlight, Tim Schrage from Refreshment Services Pepsi joins Ron to talk about the recent shift in soda preferences among consumers. Lightly carbonated, no-sugar drinks like Alani are flying off the shelves, and he also introduces Poppi- a Shark Tank success that’s being called part of the next generation of sodas that are...
It's a dangerous complication of pregnancy -- but a new drug holds promise
Researchers celebrate early results of a drug that may become the first treatment for a serious complication of pregnancy called preeclampsia. It's got the potential to save many lives.
Prep talk: Birmingham's Henry Aslikyan bids for fourth consecutive City Section wrestling title
The Patriots have two other boys and one girl seeking third titles at the City Section wrestling championships on Saturday.
Letters to Sports: Sam Darnold and his Super Bowl odyssey
Readers of the Los Angeles Times Sports Section give their thoughts about Sam Darnold leading the Seahawks to the Super Bowl win, Bad Bunny and more.
A&W Contractors navigates changes in federal diversity guidelines
Former respiratory therapist Adrian Mobley founded the company in 2014 and has since expanded the business into general contracting, flooring and joint sealant work, while still offering respiratory health services.
Olympic power couple Brittany Bowe and Hilary Knight seeking one final gold medal
Brittany Bowe and Hilary Knight have been dating since 2022 and both are looking to cap their prolific Winter Olympic careers by winning gold in Milan.
Column: There should be no partisan divide about naming Epstein's fellow abusers
Shielding sex traffickers of children is not politics as usual. It reveals a moral crisis.
‘It’s about politics’: Ukrainian fans react to Heraskevych disqualification
CORTINA — The cold wind whipping around in Cortina was not what would keep Vladyslav Heraskevych from competing in skeleton Thursday.
ChatGPT promised to help her find her soulmate. Then it betrayed her
ChatGPT sent screenwriter Micky Small down a fantastical rabbit hole. Now, she's finding her way out.
Dr. Oz pushes AI avatars as a fix for rural health care. Not so fast, critics say
Dr. Mehmet Oz, who heads the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services, is advancing a $50 billion plan to modernize rural health care.
Under oath and unredacted: The top political stories on Epstein this week
Attorney General Pam Bondi faced pointed questions on Capitol Hill, and lawmakers continued to press the Justice Department about its decision to redact certain information.
High School Sports Rally: Girls hockey teams battle for spots at state
Connections: Sports Edition today: Hints and answers for Feb. 14, 2026, puzzle No. 509
Welcome to Connections: Sports Edition Coach — a spot to gather clues and discuss (and share) scores.
Eck Industries Large Business winner in Manitowoc Chamber awards
Top businesses, rising leaders and community champions took the spotlight at Manitowoc’s Awards of Distinction celebration.
Computer Science Valentine's Spotlight
Love is in the air, or in the code, in the Computer Science department. We wanted to highlight a few of the growing number of Boise State CS student couples who found connection during their academic endeavors.
Bills add several to coaching staff, including John Fox
The Bills have announced their coaching staff under new head coach Joe Brady and it notably includes a former head coach.
The Blind Spot at the Top of the World
Slashing Arctic climate science will limit how clearly the U.S. can understand the region.
Prep talk: First-year coach Corey Kitani has Carson in City Section DII quarterfinals
Corey Kitani, the newphew of Harvey Kitani, has Carson peaking at the right time.
Need more 'Heated Rivalry'? Read these sexy sports romances by local authors to quench your thirst
Sexy hockey, sexy football: Chicago is home to a proliferating number of authors taking inspiration from a high-stakes combo of sports and love.
Trump immigration sweeps upended L.A.'s economy, with some businesses losing big
The report, commissioned by L.A. County officials, found that 82% of businesses surveyed reported negative impacts from immigration enforcement, with 44% losing more than half their revenue.
A bipartisan effort to save health subsidies failed. Will ICE reform be different?
A bipartisan effort in Congress to restrain immigration enforcement tactics is flailing despite a Friday deadline to fund the Department of Homeland Security. The pattern is increasingly familiar.
A bipartisan effort to save health subsidies failed. Will ICE reform be different?
A bipartisan effort in Congress to restrain immigration enforcement tactics is flailing despite a Friday deadline to fund the Department of Homeland Security. The pattern is increasingly familiar.
RFK Jr. made promises to get his job as health secretary. He's broken many of them
In his confirmation hearings, Robert F. Kennedy Jr. told U.S. senators that he would not cut funding for vaccine research or change the nation's official vaccine recommendations. He did both.
Judge blocks Trump admin from rescinding health grants to Democratic-led states
The ruling temporarily blocks the Trump Administration from cutting $600 million in public health grants that had already been allocated to four Democratic-led states.
Connections: Sports Edition today: Hints and answers for Feb. 13, 2026, puzzle No. 508
Welcome to Connections: Sports Edition Coach — a spot to gather clues and discuss (and share) scores.
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.
First look at Epic Entertainment: Could it be a spark for Northgate Mall's redevelopment?
Epic Entertainment is an indoor adventure park, expected to open at Northgate Mall early next week. It could also provide a spark for Northgate's redevelopment.
Issues & Ale: It's Just Politics - 2026 politics and election preview (March 4, 2026)
This November is shaping up to be one of Michigan’s most consequential elections in decades. Join Michigan Public's Political Director Zoe Clark, Senior Capitol Correspondent Rick Pluta, and their panelists for our FIRST Issues & Ale: It's Just Politics of the year.
3 Years Later, John Wick Is Officially Back
John Wick is officially back in action, with the first trailer for a new video game bringing Keanu Reeves' action icon back to the spotlight.
Culver City, a crime haven? Bondi's jab falls flat with locals
Responding to Atty. Gen. Pam Bondi's jab, people who live or work in Culver City posted photos of clean streets, manicured parks and humming community events.
Report finds children with mental health diagnoses often incarcerated instead of getting treatment
Dozens of juvenile detention centers in 25 states reported holding children weeks or months as they awaited space at long-term psychiatric treatment facilities, according to a new survey.
NASA telescope spots the building blocks for life spewing out of comet 3I/ATLAS
NASA's SPHEREx space telescope detected organic molecules coming off comet 3I/ATLAS as the interstellar visitor made its closest approach to Earth in December.
Trump wants a deal with Iran, but could military strikes be coming? : The NPR Politics Podcast
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu met with President Trump this week to discuss the United States’ ongoing talks with Iran over that country’s military capabilities. We discuss what each side wants and possible next steps, plus the latest in the efforts for peace in Gaza.This episode: voting correspondent Miles Parks, White House correspondent Franco Ordoñez, and national security correspondent Greg Myre.This podcast was produced by Casey Morell and Bria Suggs, and edited by Rachel Baye.Our executive producer is Muthoni Muturi.Listen to every episode of the NPR Politics Podcast sponsor-free, unlock access to bonus episodes with more from the NPR Politics team, and support public media when you sign up for The NPR Politics Podcast+ at plus.npr.org/politics.
Xero sees 'emotional tax' on small business from financial stress
Small business owners are losing the equivalent of 33 working days a year due to financial stress, according to a report from Xero.
Astronomers discover 'unique inside-out system' with a rocky planet far from where it belongs
Astronomers have spotted an unusual 'inside-out' planetary system where a rocky world seems to have formed far beyond the realm typically reserved for gas giants.
Rejecting science, Trump reverses conclusion that climate change is harming Americans
The 2009 endangerment finding affirms that carbon dioxide and other greenhouse gases pose a threat to human health and welfare. Its repeal marks one of the most significant deregulatory actions in U.S. history.
Scientists May Have Spotted the Soviet Union Lander That's Been Missing for 60 Years
Luna 9 had a bouncy touchdown on the lunar surface in 1966, becoming the first spacecraft to land on the Moon.
Contributor: Congress may finally touch the third rail of U.S. politics
Legislators hope they can endlessly borrow to avoid unpopular votes on spending cuts or tax hikes, but inflation won't wait for debt to pile up this time.
God Of War Trilogy Remake, Brings Back Original Voice Actor
The next God of War game has been announced, but it's only in the early stages.
Metal Gear Solid 4 And Peace Walker Coming As Metal Gear Solid Master Collection Vol. 2
A few hard-to-find Metal Gear games are coming in August as part of the second MGS collection.
PlayStation State Of Play February 2026: All The Biggest Announcements And Games
2026's first State of Play is nearly here.
Club Padel Newtown to bring fast-growing racquet sport and entertainment hub to village
A new sports and entertainment destination is coming to the Village of Newtown, introducing one of the world’s fastest-growing racquet sports to Greater Cincinnati’s East Side.
News | Sphere Entertainment looks to follow Las Vegas performance with global expansion
High-tech Vegas Strip venue fuels revenue gains for media company
Think online dating is a ‘numbers game’? You’re playing it all wrong, says this researcher
Men want hot women, and women want rich men. Or do they? Relationship scientist and UC Davis psychology professor Paul Eastwick isn't convinced.
Northeast Ohio sports teams turn to AI for stats and athletic advantage
On Northeast Ohio’s professional and collegiate sports teams, artificial intelligence is used to shape rosters, design plays and enhance the fan experience.
House GOP pushes strict proof-of-citizenship requirement for voters
House Republicans rushed to approve legislation on Wednesday that would impose new proof-of-citizenship requirements ahead of the midterm elections, a Trump administration priority that faces blowback in the Senate.
Scottsdale Italian spot, Chandler supermarket cited by health inspectors
5 East Valley restaurants and stores were cited by health inspectors in this week's Dirty Dining report.
Benson, Maclin lead DePaul over Creighton, 72-71
N.J. Benson scored 23 points and grabbed 10 rebounds, and Brandon Maclin hit the game-winning layup with seven seconds remaining.
Connections: Sports Edition today: Hints and answers for Feb. 12, 2026, puzzle No. 507
Welcome to Connections: Sports Edition Coach — a spot to gather clues and discuss (and share) scores.
No. 2 UCLA women extend winning streak to 18 games by routing No. 13 Michigan State
Lauren Betts had 22 points and No. 2 UCLA pushed its winning streak to 18 games by defeating Michigan State.
California, other states sue over Trump administration's latest cuts to HIV programs
California and three other states sued the Trump administration Wednesday over its plans to slash $600 million from programs designed to prevent and track the spread of HIV, including in the LGBTQ+ community — arguing the move is based on "political animus and disagreements about unrelated topics such as federal immigration enforcement, political protest, and clean energy."
Scientists Say It's Time to Learn More About Sexual Health in Space
It's a serious research blind spot.
Scientists Say It's Time to Learn More About Sexual Health in Space
It's a serious research blind spot.
Dangerous new spyware can take full control of iPhone and Android devices
Security firm iVerify says it has uncovered a new spyware platform dubbed ZeroDayRAT, a tool designed to seize near-total control of a compromised smartphone. According to the...
Commentary: Newsom has the power to stop ICE from wearing masks, but it comes with a risk
California's mask ban for law enforcement exempted state officers, which prompted a judge to block it. It is unclear whether Newsom will back a rewritten version that lacks that carve-out.
Texas Science Festival Invites Community to Partake in the Joys of Discovery
From a talk-show themed night featuring science comedy to a campus-wide day for hands-on STEM exploration to special events spotlighting the latest scientific discoveries, the 2026 Texas Science Festival offers something for everyone.
James Van Der Beek, 'Dawson's Creek' and 'Varsity Blues' star, dies at 48
James Van Der Beek, who found fame playing Dawson Leery opposite Katie Holmes' Joey Potter on the TV series 'Dawson's Creek,' has died. He was 48.
Bondi pressed on Epstein files, political retribution by Justice Department
Bondi's testimony on the Epstein files was mostly punctuated by dramatic clashes with lawmakers — exchanges that happened as eight Epstein survivors attended the hearing.
NBA suspends Isaiah Stewart and three others for their roles in Pistons-Hornets brawl
The same four players ejected during the Pistons' 110-104 victory at Spectrum Center in Charlotte, N.C., were later suspended.
How have rising concert and live entertainment ticket prices affected you?
KPBS wants to know if higher ticket prices have changed how often you go to concerts or what kinds of live events you attend.
Grand Forks SCORE group receives ‘Chapter of the Year’ award for second consecutive year
Experienced business executives and other leaders volunteer to provide free advice to entrepreneurs looking to start or grow their businesses.
Prep talk: San Pedro vs. Washington Prep tops City Section basketball playoff openers
Marine League champion San Pedro faces Coliseum League champion Washington Prep in Open Division first-round playoff game on Wednesday.
Microsoft Is Considering A Big Game Pass Change
Microsoft may, or may not, be planning a big change to Game Pass in the future.
Archer Music Hall to offer different kind of entertainment, and hopes for a knockout
Box Fest XVII, a professional boxing card, will take over the new downtown arena at 8 p.m. April 3, it was announced.
Longtime Detroit firefighters turn brotherhood into business with Mount Clemens restaurant
Two longtime Detroit firefighters turned their brotherhood into a business. Nearly 20 years ago, they opened a restaurant in Mount Clemens that pays tribute to their days in the firehouse.
Prime Video announces ‘Boys of Tommen’ TV series based on the best-selling books
Producers behind ‘The Summer I Turned Pretty,' ‘Twilight,' and ‘One Day’ are bringing Chloe Walsh’s romantic drama novels to the screen.
You break it, you bought it: The medals at these Winter Olympics are fragile
The medals for the United States were plentiful on Tuesday. The question now is how long before they break?
New Milford denies Sherman man’s Route 7 business relocation bid
Joseph Baker, a commission member, called the zone change bid “spot zoning for Mr. Vogt’s specific business use.”
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.
America's Gen Z curlers bring new ways to traditional sport
At the U.S. Curling Olympic Trials, a team of Gen Z curlers usurped the long reigning champions in a big upset. A profile of Team Casper, who's bringing swagger, limber knees, and a some new sensibilities to a tradition-filled sport.
Annual governors' gathering with White House unraveling after Trump excludes Democrats
An annual meeting of the nation's governors that has long served as a rare bipartisan gathering is unraveling after President Donald Trump excluded Democratic governors from White House events.
Scientists Just Spotted a Truly Humongous Schrödinger’s Cat
It may sound like an oxymoron, but this massive nanoparticle made up of 7,000 sodium atoms is the largest to exhibit such quantum behavior.
The Daily’s 2026 Spring Sports Spotlight: A roundup of Northwestern’s season storylines
This time of year can be special for Northwestern. Just last season, then-junior Dianna Lee was fist-pumping on the 18th green of the North Course at the Omni La Costa Resort & Spa and running to her teammates after sinking a National Championship-winning putt against No. 1 Stanford. Around the same time, lacrosse was putting...