Surprising political effects of Europe’s heat waves
It’s summer, so warm weather is to be expected. But in Europe this summer has been really, really hot. Five…
The U.S. national debt is $40 trillion. Are Americans paying for it?
The US national debt has soared to $40 trillion - a record high.How does that figure affect the lives of…
Record cyclosporiasis outbreak tests the response of a ‘weakened’ health system
From state and local food-safety response to the federal health agencies that fund that work, a record-breaking year for cyclosporiasis…
The Iran war and tariffs are costing farmers. Will Republicans pay in November?
In some tight midterm races, how farmers frustrated with the war and rising costs vote could make a difference.
What to know about Dr. Heidi Overton, Trump’s pick to lead the FDA
Dr. Heidi Overton is currently working as a White House policy aide. If confirmed, she would lead an agency of…
Three things to know about the $40 trillion federal debt
The U.S. federal debt hit a record $40 trillion this week. The debt has doubled since 2017, and just paying…
D.C.’s IndyCar race will zoom past museums. Some worry it could harm the art inside
Sunday's course takes high-speed cars right past the National Gallery of Art and three Smithsonian museums. Art experts worry about…
Disabled adults learn and work in their communities. That right is under threat
Siblings Cody and Kaleigh Brendle have grown up with the right to community integration. Now, they worry those protections for…
U.S. debt tops $40 trillion. And, new census report Trump is touting raises concerns
The U.S. debt has surpassed $40 trillion. And, a new census report on noncitizen voting that President Trump is touting…
Here’s how the system to report problems in ICE detention has failed immigrants
Critics say it is the reason why more detainees are risking their lives to protest inhumane conditions and legal rights…