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What to know about the Supreme Court ruling on Trump's tariffs

In its 6-3 opinion on Friday, the court ruled Trump’s attempt to use an emergency powers law to enact the levies was not valid.

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Feb 20 • 2:12 PM EST • Politics • pbs.org
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Why Texas' redistricting plan isn't a sure bet

Republicans pursued that goal largely by "cracking" Democratic-leaning voters across multiple districts.

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Feb 20 • 1:03 PM EST • Politics • pbs.org
Texas Primary Election Turmoil: Jesse Jackson’s Legacy, GOP Divisions, and Media Controversies

Co-hosts Brandon Rottinghaus and Jeronimo Cortina delve into the latest news in politics

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Feb 20 • 1:03 PM EST • Politics • houstonpublicmedia.org
What happens now that the Supreme Court struck down Trump's tariffs?

Friday’s ruling will most likely prolong political and economic chaos over international trade through the election year.

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Feb 20 • 12:55 PM EST • Politics • pbs.org
WATCH LIVE: Trump holds news conference after Supreme Court strikes down his global tariffs
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Feb 20 • 12:38 PM EST • Politics • pbs.org
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Virginia judge blocks Democrats' referendum, a blow to redistricting effort over 4 U.S. House seats

The order runs until March 18 and clashes with early voting set to begin March 6, which could doom the referendum.

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Feb 20 • 11:47 AM EST • Politics • pbs.org
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Supreme Court strikes down Trump's sweeping tariffs

The Supreme Court struck down President Donald Trump's far-reaching global tariffs on Friday, handing him a significant loss on an issue crucial to his economic agenda.

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Feb 20 • 10:11 AM EST • Politics • pbs.org
Texas' Senate primary race between Crockett and Talarico ramps up after pulled Colbert interview

Some Democrats see increasing opportunity in November's elections despite not having won a statewide race in Texas in more than 30 years.

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Feb 20 • 9:51 AM EST • Politics • pbs.org
Science & Nature News and Features

Delve into the wonders of science and nature on Smithsonian Magazine's category page. Explore fascinating articles, discoveries and natural phenomena.

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Feb 20 • 4:30 AM EST • Science • smithsonianmag.com
Venezuela approves amnesty bill, paving way for release of hundreds of political detainees

Venezuela’s legislature on Thursday approved an amnesty bill that could lead to the release of politicians, activists, lawyers and many others, effectively acknowledging that the government has held hundreds of people in prison for political motivations.

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Feb 19 • 8:09 PM EST • Politics • pbs.org
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Judge orders takeover of Arizona prison health care operations after years of violations

The decision on Thursday by U.S. District Judge Roslyn Silver came after her 2022 verdict that concluded Arizona had violated prisoners’ rights by providing inadequate care that led to suffering and preventable deaths.

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Feb 19 • 8:01 PM EST • Health • pbs.org
Virginia judge temporarily blocks Democrats from work on congressional redistricting bid

A Virginia court on Thursday temporarily blocked Democrats from preparing for an April voter referendum to redraw the state’s congressional maps, handing the party another setback in its efforts to pick up four more U.S. House seats in the national redistricting battle.

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Feb 19 • 5:46 PM EST • Politics • pbs.org
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Governors group skips White House meeting after Trump refused to invite two Democrats

The National Governors Association is pulling out of an annual meeting at the White House after President Donald Trump declined to invite two Democratic governors, undercutting one of Washington's few remaining bipartisan gatherings.

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Feb 19 • 5:00 PM EST • Politics • pbs.org
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How a snow drought helped set the stage for deadly California avalanche

Several feet of new snow did not have time to bond to the earlier layer before the avalanche near Lake Tahoe killed at least eight backcountry skiers, said Craig Clements, a meteorology professor at San Jose State University

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Feb 19 • 1:49 PM EST • Science • pbs.org
FCC is investigating ABC's 'The View' over 'equal time' rule, chairman says

The Trump administration has taken steps to clamp down on talk shows, which the FCC has suggested may be “motivated by partisan purposes.”

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Feb 19 • 1:42 PM EST • Politics • pbs.org
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WATCH: Trump says 'nobody occupied' U.S. Institute of Peace, he 'had nothing to do' with renaming the building after him
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Feb 19 • 12:59 PM EST • Politics • pbs.org
WATCH LIVE: Trump touts economic agenda at Georgia rally ahead of March special election
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Feb 19 • 12:48 PM EST • Politics • pbs.org
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Massive sewage spill in Potomac River becomes a political flashpoint
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Feb 18 • 6:25 PM EST • Politics • pbs.org
Moderna got a win from the FDA, but political headwinds remain a concern for vaccine makers

The firestorm has highlighted the perilous environment that Moderna and other vaccine makers find themselves

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Feb 18 • 5:58 PM EST • Politics • bostonglobe.com
NIH's Bhattacharya will also run the CDC while Trump administration looks for a permanent director

The director of the National Institutes of Health is also taking over as acting head of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, according to an administration official.

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Feb 18 • 5:08 PM EST • Health • pbs.org
What is the 'equal time' rule that Colbert says led CBS to pull his Talarico interview?

Stephen Colbert's comments that network executives pulled his interview with Democratic Texas Senate candidate James Talarico over fears it would violate regulatory guidance from the Trump administration has prompted a conversation about the rules governing how media outlets treat political coverage.

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Feb 18 • 4:12 PM EST • Politics • pbs.org
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Meta Revives Plan for Smart Watch, Targets 2026 Launch

Meta Platforms plans to release its first smartwatch in 2026, according to two people familiar with the matter. Meta’s plans come as other big tech companies, including Apple, OpenAI and Google, are stepping up their plans for new consumer devices. The company has revived a previously shelved ...

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Feb 18 • 3:57 PM EST • Technology • theinformation.com
Sanders and Newsom clash over proposed tax on California's billionaires

As national Democrats search for a unifying theme ahead of the fall's midterm elections, a California proposal to levy a hefty tax on billionaires is turning some of the party’s leading figures into adversaries just when Democrats can least afford division from within.

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Feb 18 • 3:46 PM EST • Politics • pbs.org
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Trump family business files for trademark rights on any airports using the president's name

Applications filed by the Trump Organization with the federal trademark office are seeking exclusive rights to use the president's name on airports and dozens of related things found there, from buses shuttling passengers to umbrellas and travel bags to flight suits.

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Feb 18 • 1:42 PM EST • Business • pbs.org
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WATCH LIVE: White House holds news briefing as partial government shutdown drags on
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Feb 18 • 11:49 AM EST • Politics • pbs.org
Some states push back on Trump recruiting local officers to aid immigration enforcement

Ten states — all led by Democrats — now have statewide policies prohibiting law enforcement officers from cooperating in one of the primary programs Trump is using to carry out his agenda of mass deportations.

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Feb 17 • 6:46 PM EST • Politics • pbs.org
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Trump administration backs Kalshi and Polymarket as states move to ban prediction markets

The Trump administration is throwing its support behind the prediction market operators Kalshi and Polymarket in a critical legal battle between the growing prediction market industry and states that wish to ban these platforms.

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Feb 17 • 5:51 PM EST • Politics • pbs.org
Stephen Colbert says CBS pulled candidate interview ahead of early voting in Texas

Late-night host Stephen Colbert said his interview with Democratic Texas Senate candidate James Talarico was pulled from Monday night's broadcast over network fears it would violate regulatory guidance from the Trump administration on giving equal time to political candidates.

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Feb 17 • 4:33 PM EST • Politics • pbs.org
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Supreme Court adopts automated recusal software to avoid ethics conflicts

The Supreme Court said Tuesday that it will start using software to assist in justices’ decisions to recuse themselves from cases that present a potential conflict of interest.

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Feb 17 • 3:23 PM EST • Politics • cnn.com
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How some Democrats are using scripture to try to reach Christian voters in U.S. midterms

In some cases, the Democrats are themselves members of the clergy or studying to join it.

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Feb 17 • 8:26 AM EST • Politics • detroitnews.com
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The Rev. Jesse Jackson, leader of Civil Rights Movement for decades, dies at 84

Jackson, a protege of the Rev. Martin Luther King Jr. and two-time presidential candidate who led the Civil Rights Movement after the revered leader's assassination, died Tuesday.

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Feb 17 • 6:39 AM EST • Politics • pbs.org
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AI Is entering health care, and nurses are being asked to trust it

When alerts misfire or can’t explain themselves, nurses still carry the risk

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Feb 17 • 6:00 AM EST • Health • scientificamerican.com
Tamara Keith and Amy Walter on the public's response to the Epstein files
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Feb 16 • 6:30 PM EST • Politics • pbs.org
When it comes to immigration, the Liberal party is putting politics ahead of social cohesion

You would think politicians promoting ‘Australian values’ would try to exhibit some themselves, including a ‘fair go’ for all

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Feb 16 • 5:35 PM EST • Politics • theguardian.com
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Texas Republican Ken Paxton is stepping up his Senate bid against Cornyn

Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton will be in an unfamiliar setting Monday night: heading his first campaign rally since the Republican announced his candidacy for the U.S. Senate 10 months ago.

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Feb 16 • 4:35 PM EST • Politics • pbs.org
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California's Unfinished Business | Helping lawmakers hold themselves accountable

CBS News California built a first-of-its-kind public accountability tool tracking state audit recommendations to lawmakers — detailing what lawmakers were told to fix, how audit-backed bills died, and...

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Feb 16 • 3:15 PM EST • Business • cbsnews.com
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California's Unfinished Business | Helping lawmakers hold themselves accountable
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Feb 16 • 3:00 PM EST • Business • cbsnews.com
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How George Washington rose to prominence and became the stuff of myth

No, he didn't have wooden teeth.

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Feb 16 • 12:40 PM EST • Politics • pbs.org
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How Lincoln would navigate today’s politics

“What would Lincoln do?” Author and historian Matthew Pinsker’s substack uses this question as a framework to explore modern politics. He talks with Geoff Bennett about his latest book, “Boss Lincoln,” which examines how Lincoln still shapes our country today.

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Feb 16 • 11:40 AM EST • Politics • pbs.org
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NAACP asks judge to protect against 'misuse' after FBI seized of voter data in Fulton County

Georgia residents entrusted the state with their “sensitive personal information” when they registered to vote, and the Jan. 28 seizure of ballots and other election documents from the Fulton County elections hub “breached that guarantee, infringed constitutional protections of privacy, and interfered with the right to vote,” the organizations said in a motion filed late Sunday.

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Feb 16 • 11:18 AM EST • Politics • pbs.org
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The Future of PAHPA and National Public Health Preparedness

Learn how the Pandemic and All-Hazards Preparedness Act impacts public health emergency readiness and proposed changes to this legislation.

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Feb 16 • 9:00 AM EST • Health • astho.org
Lessons a couple learned from building a tiny home for $33,000

Yeli Heidecker and her husband built her mom a tiny home themselves to cut costs. They love the space, but they learned a few lessons along the way.

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Feb 16 • 8:16 AM EST • Business • businessinsider.com
One in three people carry this brain parasite but the body has a kill switch

A parasite that may already be hiding in your brain has a shocking survival trick: it can infect the very immune cells sent to destroy it. Yet most people never get sick, and new research from UVA Health reveals why. Scientists discovered that when Toxoplasma gondii invades CD8+ T cells — key defenders of the immune system — those cells can trigger a self-destruct mechanism powered by an enzyme called caspase-8. By sacrificing themselves, the infected cells also wipe out the parasite inside them.

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Feb 16 • 7:00 AM EST • Science • sciencedaily.com
Business Beat: Tyler’s Twelve Kitchen plans expansion to Longview - Longview News-Journal

A popular Tyler restaurant is planning to expand to Longview at the former location of Flying Burger and Seafood. Twelve Kitchen + Cocktails has filed information with the Texas Department […]

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Feb 16 • 6:45 AM EST • Business • news-journal.com
Trump says Board of Peace members promise $5 billion for Gaza rebuild

Israeli forces have carried out repeated airstrikes in Gaza and frequently fire on Palestinians despite a ceasefire deal. Trump did not detail which member nations were making the pledges for reconstruction.

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Feb 15 • 8:54 PM EST • Politics • pbs.org
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Partial government shutdown drags on amid immigration oversight battle

A partial government shutdown began Saturday after congressional Democrats and President Donald Trump’s team failed to reach a deal on legislation to fund the department through September.

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Feb 15 • 3:30 PM EST • Politics • pbs.org
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Europeans reject U.S. claims after Rubio's address in Munich

A top European Union official has rejected the notion that Europe faces “civilizational erasure,” pushing back at criticism of the continent by the Trump administration. It came a day after U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio offered a somewhat reassuring message to European allies.

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Feb 15 • 9:08 AM EST • Politics • pbs.org
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Will 2026 Be the Year of the ‘Soonicorn’?

As venture capital funding pours into start-ups large and small, more firms are pitching themselves as the next big thing.

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Feb 15 • 5:00 AM EST • Business • nytimes.com
Rubio tries to reassure skeptical European allies but follows Trump's vision for a reshaped alliance

Rubio addressed the conference a year after Vice President JD Vance stunned the same audience with a harsh critique of European values.

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Feb 14 • 1:55 PM EST • Politics • pbs.org
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Oregon shelves Medicaid reform bill despite looming federal deadline for big changes

Lawmakers killed a bill to rewrite the Oregon Health Plan, but federal rules will require it to change anyway.

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Feb 14 • 10:00 AM EST • Health • oregonlive.com
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...

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Feb 14 • 8:42 AM EST • Business • muddyrivernews.com
In Sickness and in Health: Wellness-Obsessed Techies Adopt Oura Rings as Wedding Bands

When AI researcher Sebastian Raschka got married in November 2023, he and his now-wife, Liza, went nontraditional. They wedded in Las Vegas at an Elvis-themed chapel, then celebrated by attending a U2 concert at the Sphere, the futuristic orb-shaped theater on the Strip. The Raschkas also bucked ...

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Feb 14 • 8:23 AM EST • Health • theinformation.com
What are ghost lineages, remnants of the past that still exist in our DNA today?

Ghost lineages reveal themselves through ancient genes that still exist in living beings today.

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Feb 14 • 5:00 AM EST • Science • livescience.com
Colorectal cancer is increasing among young people. Experts explain how decrease your risk

An increasing number of people are dying of colorectal cancer at a young age. The death of actor James Van Der Beek, who was diagnosed with colorectal cancer in 2023, at age 48 is bringing the disease back into the limelight.

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Feb 13 • 8:15 PM EST • Health • pbs.org
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Jazz concert held at the Center of Belvedere

CHARLOTTESVILLE, Va. (CBS19 NEWS) -- On Thursday night the Charlottesville Jazz Society hosted Michael Hawkins and the Brotherhood at the Center of Belvedere.

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Feb 13 • 8:00 PM EST • Entertainment • cbs19news.com
Virginia redistricting election will go forward while state Supreme Court considers appeal

Virginia Democrats hold six of the state's 11 U.S. House seats, but they are backing a revised map that could help them win up to 10 seats in this year's midterm elections.

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Feb 13 • 7:30 PM EST • Politics • pbs.org
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Judge temporarily blocks HHS from rescinding public health grants in 4 Democratic-led states

President Donald Trump’s administration cannot rescind $600 million in public health grants allocated to four Democratic-led states, for now, a federal judge in Illinois ruled Thursday.

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Feb 13 • 6:56 PM EST • Health • pbs.org
James Brown and Amna Nawaz discuss protest in sports on ‘Settle In’
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Feb 13 • 6:15 PM EST • Sports • pbs.org
New healthcare business opening in Johnson City

JOHNSON CITY, Tenn. (WJHL) — Multiple Tri-Cities women-owned healthcare providers are set to open a new healthcare business called “The Grove.” Empassion Pelvic Health, Optimal Nursing …

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Feb 13 • 4:26 PM EST • Health • wjhl.com
New healthcare business opening in Johnson City

JOHNSON CITY, Tenn. (WJHL) — Multiple Tri-Cities women-owned healthcare providers are set to open a new healthcare business called “The Grove.” Empassion Pelvic Health, Optimal Nursing …

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Feb 13 • 4:26 PM EST • Business • wjhl.com
Trump calls climate change threat to public health "a scam" but scientific findings show otherwise

The decision from the administration on Thursday reverses a 2009 finding that says warming endangers Americans' lives and health.

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Feb 13 • 1:13 PM EST • Health • pbs.org
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Trump boasts of over $1.5B in political funds. His spending tactic could shape the midterms

He claims to have raked in that much just between Election Day 2024 and last August, though details on the exact figure are unclear.

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Feb 13 • 12:45 PM EST • Politics • pbs.org
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Indonesia prepares up to 8,000 troops in first firm commitment to Gaza peacekeeping force

Officials now talk about sending 5,000 to 8,000 troops, focusing on engineering and medical units.

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Feb 13 • 11:23 AM EST • Politics • pbs.org
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WATCH LIVE: Trump honors special forces who helped capture Venezuela's Maduro
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Feb 13 • 10:41 AM EST • Politics • pbs.org
What services are affected by the Homeland Security shutdown? What you need to know

Another shutdown for parts of the federal government is expected this weekend as lawmakers debate new restrictions on President Donald Trump's immigration enforcement agenda.

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Feb 13 • 9:40 AM EST • Politics • pbs.org
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Belvedere Inn named a top romantic restaurant by Cosmopolitan, OpenTable

Ahead of Valentine's Day, popular magazine Cosmopolitan and restaurant website OpenTable announced the Belvedere Inn as one of their top picks for a romantic dinner out.

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Scientists used brain stimulation to make people more generous

A new study suggests that generosity may be more than a moral lesson—it could be shaped by how different parts of the brain work together. By gently stimulating two brain regions and syncing their activity, researchers found that people became more willing to share money with others, even when it meant earning less themselves.

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Feb 13 • 7:00 AM EST • Science • sciencedaily.com
The Science of Love (Episode 3)

Guest host Geena Davis guides us through the research on love that stretches beyond romance and friendship, showing up in our bonds with objects, nature, grief, and the collective moments that connect us to something larger than ourselves.

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Feb 13 • 7:00 AM EST • Science • greatergood.berkeley.edu
After deaths, protests and political backlash, ICE surge set to end in Minnesota
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Feb 12 • 6:55 PM EST • Politics • pbs.org
Can our pets really say ‘I love you’? Science is finding out

Pet soundboards are allowing our four-legged friends to press buttons and express themselves in human language. But is it real? UC San Diego professor Federico Rossano shares his research into this social media phenomenon.

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Feb 12 • 5:30 PM EST • Science • universityofcalifornia.edu
WATCH: Sen. Kelly says Trump administration 'out of control' after judge blocks Pentagon punishment
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Feb 12 • 4:23 PM EST • Politics • pbs.org
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WATCH LIVE: Schumer speaks after Democrats vote against DHS funding bill, making shutdown likely
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Feb 12 • 3:17 PM EST • Politics • pbs.org
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Judge temporarily blocks Pentagon from punishing Sen. Kelly for call to resist unlawful orders

U.S. District Judge Richard Leon ruled that Pentagon officials violated Kelly's First Amendment free speech rights and “threatened the constitutional liberties of millions of military retirees.”

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Feb 12 • 1:44 PM EST • Politics • pbs.org
House GOP pushes strict proof-of-citizenship requirement for voters ahead of midterm elections

The bill passed Wednesday is a Trump administration priority aimed at scrutinizing ballot access. But it faces blowback in the Senate.

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Feb 12 • 12:52 PM EST • Politics • pbs.org
Trump attacked this GOP governor while claiming Democrats were always included in annual meeting

In a social media post, Trump blasted Oklahoma Gov. Kevin Stitt, a Republican who chairs the NGA, as a “RINO,” meaning Republican in Name Only. Trump said Stitt “incorrectly stated my position on the very exclusive Governors Annual Dinner and Meeting at the White House.”

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Feb 12 • 12:18 PM EST • Politics • pbs.org
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WATCH LIVE: Trump, Zeldin to announce end of scientific basis for U.S. action on climate change
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Feb 12 • 11:29 AM EST • Science • pbs.org
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Vance: Olympians ‘not there to pop off about politics’

Vice President Vance thinks U.S. Olympic athletes should focus on competing for medals and keep their political opinions to themselves. “You’re not there to pop off about politics,̶…

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Feb 12 • 9:50 AM EST • Politics • thehill.com
Homan announces end to Minnesota immigration crackdown

Federal authorities announced the end to the Minnesota immigration crackdown that led to mass detentions, protests and two deaths.

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Feb 12 • 9:23 AM EST • Politics • pbs.org
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WATCH LIVE: Border Czar Tom Homan holds news conference in Minneapolis
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Feb 12 • 8:59 AM EST • Politics • pbs.org
Suspect in Canada school shooting is identified as 18-year-old who had prior mental health calls

Authorities shared Jesse Van Rootselaar's name at a news conference Wednesday, a day after six people were killed at a school in remote British Columbia and two others were killed at a nearby home in one of the country’s deadliest mass shootings.

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Feb 11 • 4:28 PM EST • Health • pbs.org
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.

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Feb 11 • 3:06 PM EST • Politics • foxnews.com
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.

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Feb 11 • 7:00 AM EST • Health • astrazeneca.com
Fibermaxxing Is a Diet Trend Even Nutritionists Can Love

Fiber-boosted sodas, mac and cheese, and even candy are showing up on supermarket shelves.

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Feb 11 • 6:00 AM EST • Health • bloomberg.com
House Republicans call for investigation into Bad Bunny Super Bowl halftime show over 'widespread twerking, grinding, pelvic thrusts'

Bad Bunny's Super Bowl halftime show upset some House Republicans, who called for an investigation over its 'widespread twerking, grinding, pelvic thrusts.'

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Feb 10 • 10:15 PM EST • Entertainment • ew.com
New Gallup poll reveals depth of Americans' gloom about the future

In 2025, only about 59% of Americans gave high ratings when asked to evaluate how good their life will be in about five years, the lowest annual measure since Gallup began asking this question almost 20 years ago.

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Feb 10 • 8:03 PM EST • Politics • pbs.org
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Commentary: Students cannot use ChatGPT as a shortcut in science and maths problems

Students who use AI to solve STEM problem sets can evade detection, but they skip the mental work that builds understanding, says chemistry tutor Kelvin Ang.

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Feb 10 • 5:00 PM EST • Science • channelnewsasia.com
In sports, politics can’t be pushed under the table, James Brown says

Legendary sportscaster James Brown speaks to Amna Nawaz about his childhood, his faith and how he uses his platform to encourage the NFL community to confront controversial issues.

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Feb 10 • 2:35 PM EST • Politics • pbs.org
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US restaurants targeted for opposing ICE: ‘I refuse to cook for fascists’

Restaurants face one-star reviews and less business in an already precarious industry. Some restaurateurs fear speaking out as immigrants themselves

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Feb 10 • 2:00 PM EST • Business • theguardian.com
Malinowski concedes to Mejia in Democratic special election primary in New Jersey

Mejia would face Republican Joe Hathaway in the special general election on April 16. The district covers parts of Essex, Morris, and Passaic counties.

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Feb 10 • 1:50 PM EST • Politics • pbs.org
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Governors won't hold meeting with Trump after White House only invited Republicans, Stitt says

Oklahoma Governor Kevin Stitt, a Republican, shared the cancellation in a letter to fellow governors on Monday.

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Feb 10 • 12:40 PM EST • Politics • pbs.org
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Google expands tools to let users remove sensitive data about themselves from Search

Users will be able to more easily request the removal of results that include private information or non-consensual explicit imagery.

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Feb 10 • 10:54 AM EST • Technology • techcrunch.com
How the ICE operation in Minnesota is affecting medical care and mental health
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Feb 9 • 6:45 PM EST • Health • pbs.org
Players Era NIL Payments Stalled in College Sports Commission Review

What remains unclear is the extent to which these delays are attributable to Players Era, the CSC, or the schools themselves.

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Feb 9 • 5:28 PM EST • Sports • sportico.com
San Francisco teachers strike over wages, health benefits and student resources

The San Francisco Unified School District closed all 120 of its schools Monday and offered independent study to some of the district’s 50,000 students.

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Feb 9 • 2:58 PM EST • Health • pbs.org
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This tiny organism refused to die under Mars-like conditions

Baker’s yeast isn’t just useful in the kitchen — it may also be built for space. Researchers found that yeast cells can survive intense shock waves and toxic chemicals similar to those on Mars. The cells protect themselves by forming special stress-response structures that help them endure extreme conditions. This resilience could make yeast a powerful model for astrobiology and future space missions.

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Feb 8 • 7:00 PM EST • Science • sciencedaily.com
Super Bowl ads try to overcome tough times with health, caring and the usual laughs

At a difficult time for America, Super Bowl advertisers ask viewers to take care of themselves and others — and maybe even crack a smile.

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Feb 8 • 3:07 PM EST • Health • wane.com
Intel Recently Shelved Numerous Open-Source Projects

After discovering this morning that Intel archived/discontinued its On Demand 'SDSi' GitHub project around that controversial feature, it was a slippery slope in noticing Intel recently archived around two dozen other open-source projects they previously maintained.

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Feb 8 • 2:17 PM EST • Technology • phoronix.com
Super Bowl ads try to overcome tough times with health, caring and the usual laughs

At a difficult time for America, Super Bowl advertisers are asking viewers to take care of themselves and others — and maybe even crack a smile.

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Feb 8 • 9:18 AM EST • Health • apnews.com
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Super Bowl Ads Try to Overcome Tough Times With Health, Caring and the Usual Laughs

At a difficult time for America, Super Bowl advertisers ask viewers to take care of themselves and others — and maybe even crack a smile. Ring shows how neighbors can use their doorbell cameras to find lost pets. A Budweiser Clydesdale protects a bald eagle chick from the rain. Novartis touts a ...

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Feb 8 • 9:18 AM EST • Health • usnews.com
Politicians ‘don’t live how we live’, voters tell me. The Mandelson scandal won’t change their minds

Whoever succeeds Keir Starmer will have an almost impossible task: convincing voters that politicians will serve the people, not themselves, says Guardian columnist John Harris

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Feb 8 • 8:13 AM EST • Politics • theguardian.com
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