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6 Changes to National Health Policy to Watch in 2026
From the passage of a massive bill that reduced federal funds for Medicaid to a comprehensive overhaul of a federal vaccine advisory panel, Congress and the Trump administration delivered major changes to America’s public health system in 2025. Many of those changes are poised to reshape coverage,
Medical expert suggests 'dual-pronged approach' to improve public health
Board-certified M.D. Dr. Houman Hemmati discusses new SNAP restrictions on junk food and the rise in flu activity across the U.S. on 'Fox News Live.'
Rama Duwaji, married to Zohran Mamdani, is her own kind of first lady
Rama Duwaji is the spouse of New York Mayor Zohran Mamdani. Similarly to second lady Usha Vance, she has learned to balance public and private life.
Welcome to the NPR Washington Desk : The NPR Politics Podcast
Happy New Year! In this special episode, the Politics Podcast team is inviting you into our office to hear from reporters as they reflect on the year we’ve had, and look forward to the year in politics ahead.This episode: political correspondent Ashley Lopez, congressional correspondent Barbara Sprunt, White House correspondents Danielle Kurtzleben and Franco Ordoñez, justice correspondent Ryan Lucas, and political reporter Elena Moore.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 defends his energy and health in interview
President Trump said he had a CT scan during an examination in October, and he said his health is good overall.
Commission recommends denial of late-night entertainment permit
Suffolk planners unanimously oppose late-night permit for “Thee Establishment” on N. Saratoga St., citing neighborhood, noise and safety concerns; City Council to decide Jan. 21.
Md. Rep. Glenn Ivey says the GOP is in trouble over health care premiums
Maryland Rep. Glenn Ivey believes that Republicans will have to address the elimination of the Affordable Care Act tax subsidies with health care premiums rising.
I Can’t Stop Binging ‘Platonic’ (and, Yes, I’m Late to the Party)
‘Platonic’ starring Rose Byrne and Seth Rogen on Apple TV+ is a binge-worthy series about heterosexual friendship. Here’s why it’s a must-watch.
Jan. 6 attack 'does not happen' without Trump, Jack Smith told Congress
In a closed-door interview, Smith characterized the Republican president as the “most culpable and most responsible person” in the criminal conspiracy to overturn the results of the 2020 election.
Trump tells WSJ he takes a higher daily dose of aspirin than his doctors advise in lengthy interview on his health
President Donald Trump told The Wall Street Journal in an interview published Thursday that he takes a higher dose of aspirin than his doctors have recommended, blaming that for the visible hand bruises that have generated renewed questions about his health.
Trump tells WSJ he takes a higher daily dose of aspirin than his doctors advise in lengthy interview on his health
President Donald Trump told The Wall Street Journal in an interview published Thursday that he takes a higher dose of aspirin than his doctors have recommended, blaming that for the visible hand bruises that have generated renewed questions about his health.
She provides the raw material to Trump’s influencer machine
Margo Martin, a lesser-known member of the president’s staff, fuels social media with a blitz of Trump content.
This 100-year-old teaching method is beating modern preschools
A first-of-its-kind national trial shows that public Montessori preschool students enter kindergarten with stronger reading, memory, and executive function skills than their peers. These gains don’t fade — they grow over time, bucking a long-standing trend in early education research. Even better, Montessori programs cost about $13,000 less per child than traditional preschool. The results suggest a powerful, affordable model hiding in plain sight.
A Mayor’s Health Journey Sparks a Townwide Awakening as Irvington Enters 2026!
A Mayor’s Health Journey Sparks a Townwide Awakening as Irvington Enters 2026! As Irvington prepares to turn the calendar from 2025 to 2026, something extraordinary has taken place — not through a ribbon cutting or a campaign slogan, but through example. This holiday season, Mayor Tony Vauss did something rare in public life: he made[...]
Flu cases are rising with a new strain that makes older people sicker
Flu season is ramping up in the U.S., marked by a new strain that could make vaccines less effective. Covid cases remain down.
In Mamdani’s New York, Muslims become a political and demographic force
Muslim New Yorkers formed the backbone of Zohran Mamdani’s mayoral election victory, ushering in a new era for New York and the city’s changing demographics.
Zohran Mamdani sworn in as New York City mayor at historic subway station
Zohran Mamdani is the new mayor of New York City
Zohran Mamdani takes oath of office as New York's new mayor
The midnight ceremony inside a landmarked former subway station precedes Mamdani's public inauguration and a massive, celebratory block party.
Matt Szafranski of Western Mass. Politics & Insight on some of the Pioneer Valley's top political stories of 2025
All politics is local, and the Pioneer Valley is no exception. WAMC’s Pioneer Valley Bureau Chief James Paleologopoulos spoke with Western Mass Politics and Insight editor-in-chief Matt Szafranski about some of this year’s top political stories. They include what could be a generational divide taking shape in Springfield and beyond, and political upheaval in Northampton, where a group devoted to securing public school funding took on the city government at the ballot box...
Mac’s Chophouse scores 64 on health inspection, owners say violations are being corrected
Mac’s Chophouse, a popular steakhouse on Marietta Square, scored a 64 out of 100 on its routine health inspection Tuesday, according to the Georgia Department of Public Health.
Banner Health issues mandatory mask requirement at all locations
Masks will be available at all public entrances to Banner facilities.
Shakira and monsters trucks, plus what else ruled Fresno entertainment in 2025
Latin artists dominated at local venues.
Longtime MAGA ally Boebert lashes out at Trump over veto
The Colorado Republican said she hopes Trump’s action on a water infrastructure bill benefiting her district “has nothing to do with political retaliation.”
Politics, tragedy and prep sports: The Bee’s top subscriber-read stories of 2025
As the year ends, we look at the top stories read by you, our subscribers, from the arrest of Dana Williamson to the Highway 50 helicopter crash.
Florida scientists make major advances in medicine, environment and public health
Florida scientists have made significant breakthroughs in multiple fields this year, ranging from medicine to environmental restoration.
Police respond after car crashes into Norman business
One person was pinned under a vehicle that crashed into a building in Norman.
The Annual Can't Let It Go Year End Extravaganza : The NPR Politics Podcast
We look back on some of the highlights from 2025 we can't stop thinking about, politics or otherwise.This episode: voting correspondents Miles Parks & Ashley Lopez, White House correspondent Deepa Shivaram, political reporter Elena Moore, senior political editor & correspondent Domenico Montanaro, senior White House correspondent Tamara Keith, and political correspondent Sarah McCammon.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.
From gene therapy breakthroughs to preventable disease outbreaks: The health trends that will shape 2026
Live Science's health channel editor makes predictions about the medical breakthroughs and public health shifts to come in 2026.
Man charged with allegedly threatening Kennedy Center president
The Justice Department charged a Virginia man on Tuesday for allegedly sending a threatening text message to presidential envoy and Kennedy Center President Richard Grenell.
Nuno F.G. Loureiro, award-winning MIT scientist, remembered as a ‘physicist’s physicist’
His promising work at MIT’s Plasma Science and Fusion Center brought him and the lab global recognition as well as the hope of cheaper, cleaner, and more plentiful energy.
Health officials warn public after coyote injures person in Warwick Township
The Pennsylvania Game Commission is searching for the animal, but officials don't know if it is rabid.
Shaping healthy futures: Meet Public Health Nurse Aarin Urevig
For the past four and a half years, Aarin Urevig has supported Bloomington families as a public health nurse in the Family Home Visiting program, helping parents prepare for birth, navigate the newborn stage and connect with community resources.
From Capitol Hill to governors races, here's a look ahead to the 2026 midterms
It will mark the first midterms since President Donald Trump returned to office with his Republican party in control of both chambers of Congress
Tricare After Active Duty: What Actually Happens to Your Health Insurance
Many service members don't sort out their civilian health insurance until they're already out and scrambling. The confusion costs money and creates gaps in coverage that leave families exposed.
The Single Best Movie of 2025 Is…
2025 has been a big year for movies and shows, including thrillers, big blockbusters and highly-anticipated sequels. But the best movie of 2025? It has to be 'Sinners' starring Michael B. Jordan in two roles. Read more here.
US award Massachusetts $162 million for rural health
Massachusetts secured about $162 million in federal dollars to bolster rural health care, part of the first round of funding released in a five-year program.
Entertainment & Media Industries Shed A Whopping 17K Jobs In 2025
U.S.-based media companies spanning TV, film, digital publishing and broadcast announced 17,163 job cuts through November, an 18% increase from 2024, according to data from Challenger, Gray & Christmas.
How this outdoor sporting goods store became a SLO institution for 50 years
The store has been a go-to spot for campers, hikers and climbers for decades.
Review | 3 utterly brilliant science fiction novels
New books by William Alexander, Claire North and qntm examine new technologies and unexplored worlds with verve.
Tesla just made an 'unusual' move — and it could mean a rough end to the year
Tesla released a consensus of analyst predictions for its latest quarterly sales, the first time it has publicly given Wall Street such a heads-up.
Great Green Wall 2.0: China is geoengineering deserts with blue-green algae
Scientists aim to reclaim thousands of hectares of desert using cyanobacteria that can stabilise sand and create foundation for plant growth.
From aisles to ballots: How Mass. grocery prices explain what’s at stake in the 2026 midterms
With the 2026 midterms looming, Bay State Democrats are vowing to keep the pressure on Republican President Donald Trump's White House.
Overflowing bins at Christmas a 'health hazard'
A council has been criticised after it blamed the residents for overfilling public bins at Christmas.
Is the college sports system broken?
NCAA president Charlie Baker and former Northeastern AD Peter Roby offer their views. I told Charlie I wouldn't take his job for all the money in the world.
The RACER Mailbag, December 31
Welcome to the RACER Mailbag. Questions for any of RACER’s writers can be sent to mailbag@racer.com. We love hearing your comments and opinions, but letters that include a question are more likely to be published. Questions received after 3pm ET each Monday will be saved for the following week.NOTE: The...
In one year, Trump pivots fentanyl response from public health to drug war
Experts say Biden's focus on addiction health care saved tens of thousands of lives and slowed fentanyl smuggling. Trump scrapped Biden's approach in favor of military strikes.
How China cracked US ‘super code’, health benefits of lard: 7 science highlights
From China building world’s largest smart transformer to health benefits of lard, here are some highlights from SCMP’s recent science reporting.
Our health care system is broken. This is a critical moment
Dallas doctor says the American health care system is deeply broken. We need a long, sustained effort at reform.
Jon Kyl, Former Arizona Senator, Says He Has Dementia
The Republican served for almost three decades in Congress. He said he was withdrawing from public life after the diagnosis.
'Excitement With a Little Dash of Fear': Polar Plunges Ring in the New Year With a Splash. But What Actually Happens to Your Body?
Three experts share the science behind taking a dip in cold water—and offer safety tips that any potential plungers should bear in mind
MUSYNX: RETURN announced for PC
Publisher Wave Game and developer I-Inferno have announced MUSYNX: RETURN, a new entry in the MUSYX rhythm game series coming to PC via Steam. A release date was not announced.
Democrat Renee Hardman wins Iowa state Senate special election
Democrat Renee Hardman was elected to the Iowa state Senate on Tuesday in a holiday-week special election, denying Republicans’ bid to reclaim two-thirds control of the chamber.
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Trump announced a covert, CIA-led Venezuela land strike. Why?
In an unusual move, President Donald Trump announced a covert strike in Venezuela. It's not the first time he has publicly touted covert operations.
Eileen from Sanford Health in the Spotlight
Connect for Cancer Prevention Study participant Eileen shares her inspiration for joining Connect and why she thinks others should join the study, too.
Luntz: Second shutdown over health care would be ‘very painful’ for Republicans
Pollster Frank Luntz on Tuesday said Republicans would face an uphill battle with voters if the government shuts down in January due to health care deficiencies. “The shutdown that we experienced,…
Former Congressman Rob Bishop poised to return to the Utah House, where his political career began
Former Congressman Rob Bishop is looking to return to the Utah House, where his political career began more than 50 years ago.
Jack White slams Republican congressman for sharing A.I. video and 'bullying'
Jack White has condemned Republican congressman Tim Burchett for sharing an A.I. video of the musician calling Trump supporters fascists, as well as 'grade school bullying' about his physical appearance: 'Embarrassing.'
Tatiana Schlossberg, granddaughter of JFK and cousin of Health Secretary RFK Jr., dies of cancer at 35
Her death comes just weeks after she publicly revealed in The New Yorker that she had been diagnosed with acute myeloid leukemia.
Year in review: the impact of Project 2025 : The NPR Politics Podcast
As we approach 2026, the NPR Politics Podcast is taking a look back at the year that was in different political areas. Today, we look at how Project 2025, a document published by the Heritage Foundation to outline policy objectives in a Republican administration taking office in 2025, has influenced the Trump administration's approach to governance.This episode: political correspondent Ashley Lopez, White House correspondent Franco Ordoñez, 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.
Greg Lopez, Republican candidate for Colorado governor
Former congressman Greg Lopez joins a crowded field of Republican candidates for governor. With Gov. Jared Polis being term-limited, Colorado will elect a new leader in 2026. Lopez, a veteran, started his political career at age 27 as mayor of Parker. He later served as Colorado’s state director for the U.S. Small Business Administration. In […]
Fear undermines public safety — naming it is not politics
Public safety is undermined when fear eclipses trust.
Here’s a look at some of the weirdest local business stories of 2025
From the extension of the Dunkin' Cinematic Universe to the "Don't Work at Anduril" marketing blitz at South Station, here are the local tales you might have forgotten or missed in our crazy news cycle.
Researchers Examine Social Determinants of Health Screening Tools Used at Arkansas Health Facilities
A coalition of researchers, led by the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) Fay W. Boozman College of Public Health, conducted a survey that examined how Arkansas health care facilities screen for and respond to social determinants of health. Social determinants of health are non-medical factors that influence a…
Alleged DC pipe bomber to appear at detention hearing as his attorneys argue he should be released from jail
Ahead of a detention hearing Tuesday for the man accused of placing two pipe bombs near the Republican and Democratic National Committee buildings in 2021, defense attorneys argue their client should be released from jail while awaiting trial, in part because the bombs never detonated.
Entertainment and media industries shed a whopping 17K jobs in 2025
US-based media companies spanning television, film, digital publishing and broadcast announced 17,163 job cuts through November, up 18% from 2024.
In a tumultuous year, US health policy has been dramatically reshaped under RFK Jr.
In the whirlwind first year of President Donald Trump’s second term, some of the most polarizing changes have taken place within the Department of Health and Human Services, where Robert F. Kennedy Jr. has openly rebuffed the medical establishment as he converts the ideas of his Make America Healthy Again movement into public policy. Since entering office in February, the health secretary has overseen a dramatic reshaping of the agencies he oversees, including eliminating thousands of jobs and freezing or canceling billions of dollars for scientific research. As part of his campaign against chronic disease, he has redrawn the government's position on topics such as seed oils, fluoride and Tylenol.
In a nutshell: Five of the top Sacramento business stories of 2025
In 2025, Sacramento’s largest businesses made moves that will influence the region’s landscape and economy for decades to come.
As rumors swirl after political killings, this GOP lawmaker draws a line
Minnesota state senator Julia Coleman knew both Charlie Kirk and Minnesota House Speaker Melissa Hortman. She is fed up with the conspiracy theories around their deaths.
A look at Zohran Mamdani’s policy ideas as he becomes New York City’s mayor
The 34-year-old democratic socialist has just a few weeks before the start of state and city budget season begins at the end of January. His top policy ideas include freezing increases on rent-stabilized apartments, making public buses free to ride, and opening city-controlled supermarkets.
CT politics in 2025: Big actions and many called not enough to address a major issue facing families
Debate is expected to continue as the leading Republican proponent of cutting electricity cost is running for governor in a campaign that will heat up in 2026.
How Social Security has gotten worse under Trump
Customer service has deteriorated by key measures as the agency enacted sweeping cuts in Trump’s second term, internal data and interviews show.
Workplace Medicine: Building health and business together | LMH Health
LMH Health Workplace Medicine is redefining occupational medicine in Lawrence and beyond. With a focus on communication, relationships and comprehensive care, we help keep employees safe, healthy and thriving.
What’s inside Mexico’s Popocatépetl volcano? Scientists obtain first 3D images
Scientists from Mexico’s National Autonomous University have created the first three-dimensional image of the Popocatépetl volcano's interior.
New Year’s Eve concert is latest cancellation at the Kennedy Center
Jazz supergroup the Cookers have canceled two New Year’s Eve performances at the Kennedy Center, days after a Christmas Eve jazz concert was also canceled.
Alicia Johnson to become first Black woman elected to Georgia's Public Service Commission
Alicia Johnson will become the first Black woman elected to a statewide post in Georgia that isn’t a judgeship
Highly-contagious measles case confirmed in Contra Costa Co., health officials say
Contra Costa County health officials confirmed a measles infection in a person who was mingling in public places for about a week before being discovered. Measles can linger in the air or on surfaces for over an hour after a contagious person leaves the area, according to health officials.
New PSC commissioner sworn in, making Georgia history for Black women
Democrat Alicia Johnson made history Monday when she was sworn in as the first Black woman to serve on the Georgia Public Service Commission.
Trump says he might sue Fed Chair Jerome Powell for ‘gross incompetence’
It isn’t clear what specific claims could be brought against Powell or when.
Jasmine Crockett touts progressive credentials in Dem Senate fight against James Talarico
Rep. Jasmine Crockett said Monday she’s the more experienced, proven progressive option for Democrats as she competes with state Rep. James Talarico for the...
7 of the Biggest Moments in Public Health in 2025
The year 2025 was one of the most tumultuous ever for the healthcare industry. From the start of the second Trump administration on Jan. 20, change ensued immediately. From reconsiderations of vaccine mandates to overhauls in the makeup of a critical advisory panel to alterations of policy, public ...
State health agency urging South Carolina residents to get updated vaccines
The South Carolina Department of Public Health is urging all residents to make sure that they are updated on vaccines.
5 celebrities who went public with alarming health diagnoses in 2025
Celebrity health battles dominated 2025 as stars faced serious diagnoses, from brain aneurysms to cancer. Kim Kardashian, Dave Coulier and others shared struggles.
These IL Retail Stores Could Shutter In 2026 As Business Closures Continue
Hundreds of big-name retail stores have announced plans to close locations in the U.S. in 2026.
Jane Castor highlights economic growth, public works as Tampa heads into 2026
'The City of Tampa is heading into 2026 with big plans and even bigger gratitude for this community.'
Year in review: Trump's immigration policy : The NPR Politics Podcast
As we approach 2026, the NPR Politics Podcast is taking a look back at the year that was in different political areas. Today, we look at how President Trump has reshaped immigration policy during his return to office, and what impacts those changes have had.This episode: political correspondent Ashley Lopez, immigration policy correspondent Ximena Bustillo, and White House correspondent Deepa Shivaram.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.
U.S. could block asylum on public health grounds under Trump regulation
The U.S. could deny migrants at the U.S.-Mexico border access to asylum under a newly finalized regulation drafted during the COVID-19 pandemic in President Donald Trump's first term.
Little 5 Pub employee fired after allegedly crashing into business
A late-night vehicle crash caused damage to at least one business in Atlanta’s Little Five Points neighborhood over the weekend, prompting a response from one local business whose employee was involved.
UNT Dallas wants to bring more health care workers to southern Dallas
The University of North Texas at Dallas' new STEM center will train local students for high-demand, high-wage jobs in the medical field. The development marks...
The Politics of Not Being Counted -
In the APSA Public Scholarship Program, graduate students in political science produce summaries of new research in the American Political Science Review. This piece, written by Raymundo Lopez, covers the new article by Amanda Sahar [...]
2025: The year of the starfish (and the Pacific Northwest scientists trying to save them)
Research groups from several universities and institutes have been tackling the problem of dying sea stars, each looking for ways to help these important apex predators recover.
World Cup 2026: Fifa's Gianni Infantino defends ticket prices
Fifa president Gianni Infantino defends the cost of World Cup tickets following "absolutely crazy" demand from the public.
25 Turn-Based RPGs and Strategy Games to Watch in 2026
I think we’re doing a very solid job covering all the RPGs and turn-based strategy games set to launch in 2026. As promised, after publishing a list a few
ND awarded $199M for Rural Health Transformation Program to strengthen care in rural communities | North Dakota Office of the Governor
Gov. Kelly Armstrong announced that North Dakota has been awarded $199 million from the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) to support the first year of a statewide Rural Health Transformation Program. The funding will strengthen rural health care by improving access, quality and health outcomes for North Dakotans in rural communities over the next five years.
Analysis | Is anything real anymore? In 2025, even sports fans started to doubt.
The integrity of games might be sports’ most precious commodity. This year’s gambling scandals have fans questioning it — a trend some view as an existential threat.
CD Projekt Co-founder, Michał Kiciński, Acquires GOG.com
CD Projekt and GOG.com co-founder, Michał Kiciński (who left CD Projekt in 2010, but has remained involved with the company) now has full ownership of GOG.com.
UNC Health Pardee Announces New Year’s Day Hours
UNC Health Pardee Announces New Year’s Day Hours
From Illness to Impact: Turning Science into a Tool for Community Change
Elijah was a 2023 award winner of the National Academies’ Eric and Wendy Schmidt Awards for Excellence in Science Communications with a continued passion for documentary filmmaking, storytelling, public performance, scientific research, communication, impact campaigns, public engagement and restructuring a better society.