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'Get back to integrity': Oklahoma's Kevin Stitt on Republicans after Trump
NPR's Steve Inskeep asks Oklahoma Gov. Kevin Stitt about his spat with President Trump, immigration and the future of the Republican Party.
Political Candidates and the Troubling Chill Factor
Whether it’s political polarization, ruthless social media or federal interference, this is a particularly tough time to be in elected office in a city or a state.
Letters to the Editor - Primary voting, political mailers, UNT layoffs, peace, tariffs
Readers don’t like separate primary voting, call political brochures nonsense, aren’t happy about the layoffs at UNT, ask if the president truly wants peace...
France pushes back against MAGA political meddling
A French magistrate recently went public about how US envoys had tried to interfere in French national politics. Experts say it is clear that France is a target of disinformation strategies.
France resists as MAGA tries to get its grip on politics
A French magistrate recently went public about how US envoys had tried to interfere in French national politics. Experts say it is clear that France is a target of disinformation strategies.
Mesa County's new public health tool is designed to better track disease outbreak data
The online system allows child care centers to report information, gathering data faster
Beloved Millvale bakery closing doors after decades of business
A beloved bakery in Millvale is getting ready to close.
DHS official promises that federal immigration agents won't be at polling places during the midterms
A DHS official is promising top state election administrators that immigration agents will not be at polling places during November’s midterm election
HSBC Earnings: Robust ROTE Underpinned by Strong Wealth Business
We raise our fair value estimate for HSBC stock.
Bill and Hillary Clinton gear up for another Washington fight
Bill and Hillary Clinton are slated to testify this week in a House investigation into Jeffrey Epstein, part of a deal with Republicans after it became clear that Congress — with the help of some Democrats — was on track to hold them in contempt if they refused to cooperate.
Senators pitch business incentives to keep Union Pacific in Nebraska during merger
Several state senators are again eyeing business tax incentives to try to keep big businesses, such as Union Pacific, in the state.
Trump’s Push for Election Power Raises Fears He Will ‘Subvert’ Midterms
The president appears to be undermining Americans’ faith in the outcome, at a moment when Republicans face an uphill climb to keep control of Congress.
SC lawmakers weigh SNAP limits on eligible foods amid health push
South Carolina lawmakers are weighing a proposal that could permanently limit what people can buy with SNAP benefits, setting up a debate over public health goa
SIU hosts spring events focused on public service, politics and philanthropy
The Paul Simon Public Policy Institute will host speakers in its spring program focusing on public service, politics and philanthropy.
Missouri and Kansas families pay nearly 10% of their income on employer-provided health insurance
A new report found that nearly 10% of median household income in Missouri and Kansas goes toward deductibles and premiums. At that level, economists say those households are underinsured.
Here are 5 health topics Trump avoided in his SOTU speech
Despite President Trump's aim to make health care a "Republican issue" for the midterms, his speech left out scientific research, MAHA, abortion and rural health, among other issues.
Is the FCC 'equal time' rule leading to media censorship
The Federal Communications Commission is investigating ABC over its show The View's airing of an interview with a Texas politician. Stephen Colbert moved his interview with the same candidate off broadcast, all because of the FCC’s "equal time" rule. We discuss the rule, possible changes to it, and how it could all affect the way Americans get their information.This episode: voting correspondent Miles Parks, media correspondent David Folkenflik, and senior political editor and correspondent Domenico Montanaro.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.
Trump Administration Prioritizes Affordability by Announcing Major Crackdown on Health Care Fraud
Today HHS announced new steps to crack down on fraud in Medicare and Medicaid to protect patients and taxpayers and improve affordability.
FCC seeks public comment on live sports broadcasting marketplace
The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) is soliciting public comment on consumer experience with live sports viewing in the streaming era. As part of a notice posted on Wednesday, the departmen…
Bipartisan opposition sinks eviction bill in Colorado
Two Democrats sided with Republicans on the House Judiciary Committee to kill a bill that would have made several changes to eviction filings and proceedings, including requiring judges to suppress court records. Sponsored by Rep. Junie Joseph, D-Boulder, House Bill 1047 would also have required landlords to provide tenants with an additional rent payment option […]
Former congressman, brother guilty in murder of Brazilian politician
The 2018 assassination of rights activist and Rio de Janeiro city council member Marielle Franco, a rising star in Brazilian politics, reverberated worldwide.
Trump's pick to lead new Justice Department unit scrutinized as president declares 'war on fraud'
President Donald Trump’s pick to lead a new Justice Department division dedicated to rooting out fraud says he would pursue prosecutions “without fear or favor,” amid growing questions about how the new unit will operate free of political pressure from a White House that has declared a “war on fraud.”
Strengthening Western Hemisphere Health Security Through the America First Global Health Strategy in Panama - United States Department of State
Today, the United States and the Republic of Panama signed a three-year bilateral health cooperation Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) that advances the America First Global Health Strategy while defending Americans against infectious disease threats and accelerating Panama’s progress toward sustainable, country-led health systems. This partnership between the United States and Panama is the first global […]
College of Arts and Architecture’s Art Business Idea Competition accepting entries
The College of Arts and Architecture's Arts Business Idea Competition — the college’s annual showcase of arts entrepreneurship — is accepting entries through April 1.
Surgeon general nominee Means questioned about vaccines, birth control and financial conflicts
During a confirmation hearing, senators asked Dr. Casey Means about her current positions and her past statements on a range of public health issues.
The hotly contested Texas Senate race is setting spending records ahead of Tuesday's primary
Candidates and political groups are pouring money into Texas’ hotly contested U.S. Senate race at a record pace
Xbox Won't Back Away From First-Party And Become 'Just A Publisher', Insists EVP Matt Booty
Good to know!
House GOP moves to censure Dem who disrupted Trump address for 2nd straight year
An Ohio House Republican is moving to have Rep. Al Green censured over his protest at President Trump's State of the Union.
WHO Eastern Mediterranean Region and Pan American Health Organization sign agreement to strengthen hospital resilience
25 February 2026 (EMRO/PAHO)—WHO’s Regional Office for the Eastern Mediterranean (EMRO) and the Pan American Health Organization (PAHO) have signed a Memorandum of Arrangement to strengthen collaboration on making hospitals safer and better prepared for health emergencies and disasters. At a time of growing instability and constrained resources, this collaboration positions hospitals as a dependable anchor for communities, ensuring they remain open, functional, and capable of delivering life-saving care when it matters most.
Jasmine Crockett leads James Talarico by double digits in Senate Democratic primary, poll finds
On the Republican side, Ken Paxton and John Cornyn were neck-and-neck and in position for a runoff, according to the poll from the University of Texas’ Texas Politics Project.
MPs back UK broadcasters in push to expand sport’s free-to-air ‘crown jewels’
Public service broadcasters are making renewed attempts to persuade the government to expand the list of televised sport’s free-to-air ‘crown jewels’
Milford teen, Marcelo Gomes, leaves State of the Union after DHS tweet
This week, Gomes met with members of Congress and talked about his experience in detention before attending Trump’s speech as Rep. Seth Moulton's guest.
The 'Spirit of Chocolate' celebrates chocolate as both science and story
On Valentine’s Day, the Palmer Museum of Art became a tasting room and a classroom all at once. “The Art of Chocolate: A Guided Tasting Experience,” presented by the Arboretum at Penn State in partnership with Penn State’s Cacao and Chocolate Research Network, paired research with sensory discovery and chocolate with cheese.
The rise of Boston's women's sports teams and women's hockey
Women’s sports get written off — but not when the Fleet are playing.
Limited Run Games Announces Collection Of Classic Marvel Arcade Games
Marvel Maximum Collection bundles six classic games from the 8 and 16-bit eras.
Invisibility Is No Longer Harmless: Why Public Health Must Make Its Value Seen
Public health once prized invisibility, but amid workforce shortages and unstable funding, unseen impact becomes vulnerability. Value must be visible to be sustained.
McClure Health Science High School student named Career, Technical, and Agricultural Education Student of the Year
Jasmine Osorio-Antonio of McClure Health Science High School has been named the Gwinnett County Public Schools (GCPS) 2026 Career, Technical, and Agricultural Education (CTAE) Student of the Year.
From campus to community: UCSC brings science to the neighborhood to spark local dialogue
UC Santa Cruz has launched a lecture series that takes researchers out of the lab and into neighborhoods to provide the public with a clearer understanding of cutting-edge science.
The week in politics (Feb. 25, 2026)
On Wednesday's show: We recap the State of the Union address and discuss other developments in politics in our weekly roundup.
Hearing for surgeon general pick Casey Means to test MAHA agenda
Casey Means, Trump’s nominee for surgeon general, will face senators asking questions about her medical credentials, stance on vaccines and RFK Jr.’s agenda.
Republicans stare down epic voter enthusiasm gap ahead of 2026 midterms
The 14-percentage point advantage is the Democrats’ largest in decades.
Will team owner greed prevail over the public good in Ohio sports facility financing? Editorial
At a minimum, any publicly funded gilding of the Guardians’ and Cavs’ resources for facility upgrades should be paired with a required renegotiating of the facility leases to take local taxpayers off the hook for any further obligation to pay for repairs and upgrades, writes the editorial board of The Plain Dealer and cleveland.com.
An all-or-nothing mindset could be hurting your exercise and health goals
If you’ve given up on your New Year’s resolutions to get fit, here are some tips for getting back in the saddle.
FAU’s College of Business Named Top Business School in Latest Rankings
BOCA RATON, Fla., Feb. 25, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Florida Atlantic University’s College of Business was named among the top business schools in the country, ranked at No. 64 for MBA programs, according to Fortune. FAU’s College of Business also is ranked No. 30 among public universities and No. 2 among Florida universities, reinforcing its position as one of the state’s leading destinations for graduate business education. “This ranking underscores the tremendous momentum within the College of
Medicaid Plays an Important Role in Providing Health Coverage to Key Populations
Medicaid ensures that people of all ages have access to the health care they need, covering 2 in 5 children, 1 in 6 non-elderly adults, and 1 in 7 seniors nationwide.
UK HealthCare launches Food as Health initiative across Kentucky
UK HealthCare is expanding its Food as Health Alliance, a new initiative embedded within UK HealthCare that delivers “food is medicine” services to improve health outcomes for vulnerable populations across Kentucky.
Rep. Edwards, Smith discuss their positions on health care
With just six days to go before primary election day, Democrats and Republicans are getting ready to head to the polls to choose their party nominees including
Q&A: How can microbiome science solve problems in agriculture?
Microbiome — referring to the community of microorganisms inhabiting a specific organism — science may help solve problems facing agriculture, but prior research findings have not yet been translated to practical recommendations for growers, according to a team of scientists in Penn State’s College of Agricultural Sciences that has offered some ways to accelerate the transition.
EU’s tech ban; China’s mysterious Nantianmen project: 7 science highlights
From a leading biologist leaving US for China to a semiconductor breakthrough, here are some highlights from SCMP’s recent science reporting.
Cipher Mining (CIFR) Jumps 12.5% on Strong Revenues, Business Transition
We recently published 10 Stocks Winning the Market. Cipher Mining Inc. (NASDAQ:CIFR) was one of the best performers on Tuesday. Cipher Mining saw its share prices jump by 12.48 percent on Tuesday to finish at $17.12 apiece as investors cheered the company’s strong bitcoin mining performance, while digesting its rebranding initiative to reflect its business […]
Trump’s State of the Union left some viewers unconvinced that he’ll lower cost of living, CNN poll finds
President Donald Trump’s State of the Union address drew largely positive marks from a heavily Republican audience, according to a CNN poll conducted by SSRS.
Key takeaways from President Trump's State of the Union address
President Trump delivered his first State of the Union address of his second term Tuesday night. We break down what he said, what his political messaging was, and how it previews the administration's goals through the midterm elections. We also analyze how the Democrats responded.This episode: senior White House correspondent Tamara Keith, congressional reporter Sam Gringlas, senior political editor & correspondent Domenico Montanaro, and senior national political correspondent Mara Liasson.This podcast was produced and edited by Casey Morell & Bria Suggs.Our executive producer is Muthoni Muturi.Special thanks to Kelsey Snell, Natalie Winston and Neil Tevault.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.
WATCH: ‘You killed Americans,’ lawmaker says as Trump asks Congress to stand for protecting citizens
While Republicans stood and applauded for two minutes, at least one Democratic lawmaker in the room shouted “you killed Americans,” a reference to two citizens shot and killed by federal agents in Minnesota in January.
WATCH: Trump announces public retirement plan with federal match up to $1,000 at State of the Union
Trump’s address comes after 13 months of break-neck deregulation, a record number of executive actions, mass layoffs, aggressive immigration tactics and more.
Buried by Snow—and by Shaky Science
It feels like snowstorms are becoming more intense, but science tells us that we don’t really know, writes Roger Pielke Jr.
Trump touts his health care proposal, which hasn’t made headway in Congress yet
President Donald Trump touted his health care proposal that he brought to congressional Republicans in January.
Al Green kicked out of State of the Union after holding sign protesting Trump
The Texas Democrat held a sign that read “BLACK PEOPLE ARE NOT APES!” It’s a reference to a video Trump shared on social media this month that depicted Barack and Michelle Obama as apes.
Seatmate politics - Live Updates
So much for interparty solidarity. Reps. Thomas Massie (R-Ky.) and Ro Khanna (D-Calif.), who earlier in the day telegraphed plans to sit together during the State of the Union, have evidently abandoned that idea. State of the UnionMassie wrote on X before Trump’s address that he was seated on the Republican side of the chamber. Khanna is sitting next to former House Speaker Nancy Pelosi. But Reps. Mike Lawler (R-N.Y.) and Josh Gottheimer (D-N.J.), who often work together, are seated together along with some other Republicans. Mia McCarthy contributed to this report.
States sue Trump administration over changes to childhood vaccine recommendations
SACRAMENTO, Calif. (AP) — More than a dozen states sued the Trump administration Tuesday over its rollback of vaccine recommendations for children, calling the move an illegal threat to public health.
Live updates: Trump to deliver State of the Union address
President Donald Trump is set to deliver the State of the Union address tonight — his first since returning to office for a second term.
Rhodes Business Students Triumph in Investment Research Competition
Rhodes College students Cole McNair ’26, John Mori ’26, Jason Rubinstein ’27, Graham Allen ’26, and Ismail Malik ’26 secured first place at the Mid-South competition of the Chartered Financial Analysts Institute Research Challenge held Feb. 21 in Memphis.
Lawmakers react to Trump's State of the Union address
House Speaker Mike Johnson (R-Louisiana) and other Republicans praised the president's speech, while Democrats slammed it and defended colleagues who protested.
Sen. Ted Cruz endorses GOP primary challenger to Rep. Dan Crenshaw in Texas
Cruz backed state Rep. Steve Toth over the incumbent in next week's Texas Republican primary election.
Your State of the Union health policy watch guide
Tracking President Trump’s health policy plans
The big question looming over Trump's State of the Union: From the Politics Desk
Plus, the challenging midterm environment facing Trump and the Republican Party.
Why the endangerment finding mattered so much for health and the climate | Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health
Harvard Chan School's Mary Rice discusses the potential health impacts of the Trump administration's decision to scrap the endangerment finding.
Kornacki: Trump’s political position looks ‘an awful lot’ like it did eight years ago
Ahead of President Trump’s State of the Union address, NBC News Chief Data Analyst Steve Kornacki discusses the president’s approval rating and the polling landscape for both Democrats and Republicans heading into the midterms.
State of the Union offers Trump a chance to make the case for his foreign policy approach
President Donald Trump's State of the Union address is expected to tilt heavily on domestic issues, but it's also a chance for the Republican to make the case for his foreign policy efforts to Americans who are increasingly demonstrating uneasiness about his priorities.
N.Y. House Republicans urge meeting with Hochul to discuss state's challenges
Gov. Hochul has not met with the GOP delegation since February 2023.
Lubbock Public Health confirms measles case
Public health officials are working closely with the affected healthcare facility and the infected individual to identify those who may have been exposed.
ASU's Beyond Center explores the intersection of science and philosophy
The Beyond Center hosts lectures and events to inform the public about its investigations of science and philosophy.
Trump Leans on Congress to Address His False Claims of Voter Fraud
The State of the Union gives the president a high-profile chance to issue a call to action on election security legislation he has pressured Republicans to ram through over Democratic opposition.
NIH-supported trial reduces HIV incidence by 70% in rural populations
Study used technology to extend reach of existing infrastructure, linking people to care.
Live Updates: Trump's 2026 State of the Union address
President Donald Trump's State of the Union address tonight at 9 p.m. ET is likely to be a test run of the message Republicans will give to voters in November's elections for control of the House and the Senate.
Tommy Nelson announces new fiction series from Global Entertainment Stars Dude Perfect
NASHVILLE, Tenn., February 24, 2026--Tommy Nelson, an imprint of HarperCollins Christian Publishing, announced today a new middle grade fiction series from internet icons and leading sports entertainment company, Dude Perfect, known for their viral trick shots, epic battles, and wide-ranging family entertainment. Aimed at readers ages 8-12, the Dude Perfect + Panda series brings the beloved Dude Perfect personalities to middle school for new adventures featuring tricks, flips, fist bumps, and mo
Manipulating gene activity to reverse aging
By altering levels of molecules called transcription factors in mice, researchers were able to reverse some of the effects of aging.
The accidental hacker: how one man gained control of 7,000 robots
When Sammy Azdoufal found he had access to data from robot vacuum cleaners around the world, he told a tech publication. But the implications could be mind-boggling
Four Ways Public Health Agencies Are Strengthening Grants Management
Learn how public health agencies are improving their financial management strategies and systems.
Behind closed doors, GOP lawmaker questioned ‘disturbing’ East Wing demolition
Rep. Michael Turner, co-chair of the congressional Historic Preservation Caucus, wrote to a top White House aide about his “substantial concerns.”
Style and Politics: On “The National Security Strategy of the United States of America”
"We need to feel our culture, and history, and current system is better than all the others, while acting as though we don’t believe those things." The National Security Strategy of the United States of America may have its longest life as a particularly vivid example of the ways in which bad faith will always manifest in terrible prose,
How does politics influence interpretive signs at National Park Service sites?
The Trump administration recently ordered the National Park Service to remove interpretive signs that discuss slavery at Independence National Historical Park in Philadelphia, following an executive order issued last year stating that public monuments should not “inappropriately disparage Americans” and instead “focus on the greatness of the achievements and progress of the American people.” A […]
iOS 26.4 release date: Here’s when to expect new iPhone features
iOS 26.4 is a big update with new features for Apple Music, Podcasts, CarPlay, and more, here’s when to expect its public launch.
How Public Health Officials Use Data to Protect a Community
Over the course of her career, Dr. Janet Berreman has relied on data to identify, understand, and guide her response to community health needs. One source of that data comes from syndromic surveillance, an automated data feed that can act as an early warning system for emerging health threats.
Trump cites health care issues in Greenland saying he’s sending a hospital ship. His claims are off
President Donald Trump has said the U.S. is sending a hospital ship to Greenland because people there are not getting care, but the claim faces pushback.
Speaker Mike Johnson invites Louisiana business leader to State of Union
Trott Hunt said President Trump's policies advanced by the Republican Congress have driven expansion for his company and clients.
Tennessee lawmakers widen field for private school players in public school sports bill
A last-minute amendment may have just widened the field.Tennessee lawmakers in the Senate advanced a bill on Monday that would let certain private school studen
Atlanta Braves launch own broadcast network after split with FanDuel Sports Network
The games will be available without any blackout restrictions.
Husky Heritage Sports Museum Open February 28th - University of Connecticut Athletics
STORRS, Conn.- The J. Robert Donnelly Husky Heritage Sports Museum, located in the UConn Alumni Center on the UConn Storrs campus, will be open to the public...
The war on science: resisting and rebuilding at a crucial juncture
Peter Staley’s talk at the opening session of the Conference on Retroviruses and Opportunistic Infections (CROI 2026) in Denver was a grim post-mortem of one of the most challenging years in recent HIV history – an ‘annus horribilis’ – a phrase Queen Elizabeth II used to describe 1992 and The Lancet applied to 2025.
Marvel's Wolverine Officially Gets September Release Date
Insomniac's highly-anticipated superhero slasher drops September 15.
Overwatch: Rush Preview - Blizzard's First-Person Hero Shooter Goes Top-Down
Overwatch: Rush is a twin-stick shooter designed for mobile.
50 year quest ends with creation of silicon aromatic once thought impossible
After nearly 50 years of failed attempts and scientific speculation, chemists at Saarland University have achieved what many thought might be impossible: creating a long-sought silicon-based aromatic molecule. By replacing carbon atoms in a famously stable ring-shaped compound with silicon, the team synthesized pentasilacyclopentadienide — a breakthrough published in Science.
New ranking highlights NIH’s impact on breakthrough science at Duke
Duke University School of Medicine received more than $514 million in research funding from the National Institutes of Health (NIH) in 2025, ranking 9th nationally among medical schools, according to new data from the Blue Ridge Institute for Medical Research
What could Kroger Field entertainment district look like? Here are four options
During UK’s Board of Trustees meetings last week, the university provided the first glimpse of what a fan entertainment district near the football stadium could look like.
4 things to watch in Trump’s State of the Union
Republicans want Donald Trump to hard launch a midterm message on affordability and the economy, and the president will likely address tariffs again. Here’s what to watch.
Nick Sirianni explains his side of the Jeff Stoutland departure
Speaking for the first time publicly since just after the 2025 season, Nick Sirianni explains why legendary OL coach Jeff Stoutland departed.
The State of the Union brings a big audience for Trump. But does it matter?
In the age of algorithm-driven social media feeds, the audience for the speech is increasingly fragmented and entrenched in their political positions.
Legislators seek to help businesses with changes to SC's ballooning jobless fund
For the first time since the Great Recession, SC’s Republican-controlled Legislature could enact major changes to the state unemployment system.
New bill carves out public gift rule exception for first responders and mental health resources
There are restrictions on how and when public officials can receive gifts in Minnesota. But Monday, lawmakers discussed a bipartisan bill that would make sure those restrictions don't apply to mental health resources.