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Some voices conspicuously silent when it comes to Trump’s science ...

Research-intensive universities have been targeted in an unprecedented and unrelenting manner since Donald Trump retook the White House on 20 January. In April, nearly a third of the 6000-plus members of the US National Academies of Sciences, which is a nonpartisan organisation charged with providing evidence-based science and technology advice ...

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Jan 6 • 7:00 PM EST • Science • chemistryworld.com
Five years later: From the Politics Desk

Plus, previewing the year's upcoming special House elections.

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Jan 6 • 5:33 PM EST • Politics • nbcnews.com
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FSU opens the doors to its College of Business facility, a 'legacy'

The event came ahead of spring classes starting Jan. 7, where the doors of the College of Business’s new building will open to 10,000-plus students.

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Jan 6 • 5:21 PM EST • Business • tallahassee.com
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Jan. 6, 2021: Five Years Later : The NPR Politics Podcast

Five years ago, a mob attacked the United States Capitol as lawmakers were working to certify the results of the 2020 presidential election. NPR's investigations team has been cataloging and maintaining an archive of documents, videos & court testimony related to the insurrection. We take a look at the aftermath of the events, including how President Trump and his allies are trying to rewrite the history of what happened.Listen to NPR's investigation into what happened on Jan. 6, 2021.This episode: senior White House correspondent Tamara Keith, national justice correspondent Carrie Johnson, and investigative correspondent Tom Dreisbach.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.

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Jan 6 • 3:40 PM EST • Politics • npr.org
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Asus’ Zenbook Duo dual-screen laptop gets Intel’s new chip and a more seamless hinge

The two displays get much closer now for a tidier setup. Plus, it’s got a big-ass battery.

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Jan 6 • 12:30 PM EST • Technology • theverge.com
NSIC Network Will Stream on Midco Sports Plus Beginning Fall 2026

Starting in the fall of 2026, Bemidji State University Athletics, along with the other 15 institutions and 18 sports that are a part of the NSIC, will now all be streamed on Midco Sports Plus. Through a monthly subscription, the NSIC Network will broadcast all home regular-season conference and non-conference…

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Jan 6 • 12:32 AM EST • Sports • lptv.org
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CES 2026: Garmin had the nerve to launch a food-tracking feature in Las Vegas

Garmin's CES announcement was not another wearable. It's upgrading its Connect Plus app so you can track your nutrition and calorie intake.

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Jan 5 • 11:32 PM EST • Technology • engadget.com
Marco Rubio's next big role: From the Politics Desk

Plus, Trump says the U.S. is not at war with Venezuela. And Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz won't seek re-election.

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Jan 5 • 6:06 PM EST • Politics • nbcnews.com
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Four head coaches fired, plus 2026 NFL playoff schedule and ranking all 14 postseason teams

Here's everything you need to know about the NFL for Jan. 5

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Jan 5 • 12:55 PM EST • Sports • cbssports.com
Qualcomm unveils Snapdragon X2 Plus chip at CES

CES tends to bring a wave of news from chipmakers, and Qualcomm has used this year's event to announce the Snapdragon X2 Plus laptop processor.

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Jan 5 • 12:00 PM EST • Technology • engadget.com
Qualcomm’s next-gen Snapdragon X2 laptops are here — and they brought a new friend

Also: a hint about future handhelds.

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Jan 5 • 12:00 PM EST • Technology • theverge.com
The Alexa Plus website is now available to everyone in early access

The Alexa Plus website is now available to everyone who wants to chat with Amazon’s new AI assistant.

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Jan 5 • 10:00 AM EST • Technology • theverge.com
Is Starmer’s silence on Venezuela worth it?

Pippa Crerar and Kiran Stacey talk about the UK’s response to Donald Trump’s actions in Venezuela. Plus, the key political moments to look out for in the next few months

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Jan 5 • 8:22 AM EST • Politics • theguardian.com
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The science of losing weight : Life Kit: Health

When it comes to weight loss, there are many misconceptions about what works. So if you want to lose weight this year, here's what the science says about the potential health benefits, GLP-1 drugs, exercise and more.Sign up for Life Kit's Guide to Building Strength here: npr.org/strongerFollow us on Instagram: @nprlifekitSign up for our newsletter here.Have an episode idea or feedback you want to share? Email us at lifekit@npr.orgSupport the show and listen to it sponsor-free by signing up for Life Kit+ at plus.npr.org/lifekit

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Jan 5 • 7:48 AM EST • Science • npr.org
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The science of losing weight : Life Kit: Health

When it comes to weight loss, there are many misconceptions about what works. So if you want to lose weight this year, here's what the science says about the potential health benefits, GLP-1 drugs, exercise and more.Sign up for Life Kit's Guide to Building Strength here: npr.org/strongerFollow us on Instagram: @nprlifekitSign up for our newsletter here.Have an episode idea or feedback you want to share? Email us at lifekit@npr.orgSupport the show and listen to it sponsor-free by signing up for Life Kit+ at plus.npr.org/lifekit

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Jan 5 • 7:48 AM EST • Health • npr.org
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The science of losing weight : Life Kit

When it comes to weight loss, there are many misconceptions about what works. So if you want to lose weight this year, here's what the science says about the potential health benefits, GLP-1 drugs, exercise and more.Sign up for Life Kit's Guide to Building Strength here: npr.org/strongerFollow us on Instagram: @nprlifekitSign up for our newsletter here.Have an episode idea or feedback you want to share? Email us at lifekit@npr.orgSupport the show and listen to it sponsor-free by signing up for Life Kit+ at plus.npr.org/lifekit

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Jan 5 • 7:01 AM EST • Science • npr.org
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NSIC Network to be powered by Midco Sports Plus beginning fall of 2026

The Northern Sun Intercollegiate Conference (NSIC) and Midco Sports have expanded their partnership by providing fans with a direct-to-consumer digital network experience.

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Jan 5 • 5:05 AM EST • Sports • bsubeavers.com
Ranking NFL wild card matchups, including Packers-Bears Round 3

How to watch every single playoff matchup next weekend, plus a watchability ranking for all six showdowns.

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Jan 5 • 12:18 AM EST • Sports • cbssports.com
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Football gossip: Wharton, Boey, Gomes, Ake, Vinicius Jr, Akliouche, Osula

Adam Wharton emerges as a target for Real Madrid, Crystal Palace are assessing several options, AC Milan are keeping tabs on Nathan Ake, plus more.

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Jan 4 • 3:49 PM EST • Sports • bbc.com
Green Bay area high school sports results for Saturday, Jan. 3

West De Pere ends De Pere's 61-game FRCC winning streak, plus other high school results from Jan. 3.

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Jan 4 • 8:57 AM EST • Sports • greenbaypressgazette.com
Sky Sports - Sports News, Transfers, Scores

Watch the best live coverage of your favourite sports: Football, Golf, Rugby, Cricket, Tennis, F1, Boxing, plus the latest sports news, transfers & scores.

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Jan 4 • 8:10 AM EST • Sports • skysports.com
These 2+ PS5, PS4, and PS Plus Games Are Coming Out Next Week (5th-11th January)

Bunny Rampage! I Am Future! PS Plus Essential!

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Jan 3 • 11:00 AM EST • Technology • pushsquare.com
January 2, 2026

A look back at the biggest science stories of 2025, and a few you may have missed. Plus, over the past year, most of your body has replaced itself cell by cell. What can we learn from other animals’ dramatic feats of regeneration? And, ultramarathoners can run with what seems like superhuman stamina. But are their bodies much different than the rest of ours?

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Jan 2 • 6:42 PM EST • Science • sciencefriday.com
Best Of: The Science And Stories Of Time Travel : 1A

Have you ever fantasized about going back in time to relive a moment — or change it?Maybe you’re more interested in traveling to the future where cars fly and the code to immortality has been cracked.If the idea of time travel resonates with you, you’re far from alone — particularly during a year of political upheaval.Scientists moved one step closer to understanding time travel, at least hypothetically, this year. Two physicists at the University of Queensland in Australia created a model for studying the phenomenonWe’re not there yet. But when it comes to books, movies and TV shows, that’s a different story. We’ve been thinking about hurtling through history for a very, very long time.Why do we return time and time again to stories about time travel? Will it ever become a reality?Find more of our programs online. Listen to 1A sponsor-free by signing up for 1A+ at plus.npr.org/the1a.

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Jan 2 • 6:21 PM EST • Science • npr.org
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Apple Announces New Fitness+ Workout Programs, Strava Challenge, and More

Apple today announced a number of updates to Apple Fitness+ and activity with the Apple Watch. The key announcements include: New Year limited-edition award: Users can win the award by closing all three Activity Rings for seven days in a row in January. "Quit Quitting" Strava challenge: Available in Strava throughout January, users who log 12 workouts anytime in the month will win an Apple Watch badge in the app.

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Jan 2 • 9:43 AM EST • Technology • macrumors.com
Apple Fitness+ launches new features for building exercise habits

Apple Fitness+ has announced a variety of features to help users achieve their goals, including new multiweek programs and more.

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Jan 2 • 9:33 AM EST • Technology • 9to5mac.com
Clicks debuts its own take on the BlackBerry smartphone, plus a $79 snap-on mobile keyboard

The company behind the add-on mobile keyboards with physical buttons is now doing its own phone.

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Jan 2 • 8:00 AM EST • Technology • techcrunch.com
Samsung's latest Freestyle portable projector is brighter and smarter

Samsung will show off its new Freestyle+ compact projector at CES 2026.

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Jan 1 • 8:40 PM EST • Technology • engadget.com
Stay active in the new year with Apple Watch

Apple Fitness+ is introducing new programming to help users to stay active and motivated to kick off 2026.

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Jan 1 • 7:00 PM EST • Technology • apple.com
Football gossip: Ordonez, Salah, Mateta, Fernandes, Traore, Vinicius Jr

Liverpool are set to spend £43m on defender Joel Ordonez, Roma want to re-sign Mohamed Salah, plus more.

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Jan 1 • 3:42 PM EST • Sports • bbc.com
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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.

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Jan 1 • 12:00 PM EST • Politics • npr.org
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PlayStation Plus Users Roast Free January Line-Up As Repeat Game Upsets Subscribers

PlayStation Plus Essential users are roasting January’s new batch of free monthly games, with one of the options having previously appeared on the service.

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Jan 1 • 4:58 AM EST • Technology • gamingbible.com
Shakira and monsters trucks, plus what else ruled Fresno entertainment in 2025

Latin artists dominated at local venues.

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Dec 31, 2025 • 3:30 PM EST • Entertainment • fresnobee.com
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.

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Dec 31, 2025 • 12:04 PM EST • Politics • npr.org
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PlayStation Plus Reveals January 2026 Free Game Line-Up

PlayStation Plus has revealed the next batch of free games hitting the Essential tier in the new year.

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Dec 31, 2025 • 11:31 AM EST • Technology • gamingbible.com
Who's calling foul on sports betting tax?

Plus: A protein powder heist, creative New Year's Eve plans and more

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Dec 31, 2025 • 9:17 AM EST • Sports • chicago.suntimes.com
A Look Back At 2025 In Science, From Federal Cuts To Space Junk

There was major science news in 2025. Plus, underreported developments in geoengineering and a triumph for furniture rearrangement.

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Dec 31, 2025 • 6:00 AM EST • Science • sciencefriday.com
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Top TV trends to expect from CES 2026: RGB TVs galore, plus a shift in average TV sizes

OLED has been the pinnacle of TV tech for years. That's finally changing.

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Dec 31, 2025 • 5:00 AM EST • Technology • mashable.com
First PS Plus Essential Game for January 2026 Leaked Early

Happy new year

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Dec 31, 2025 • 4:30 AM EST • Technology • pushsquare.com
PlayStation Plus Free Games For January 2026 Revealed

PS Plus subscribers can kick off 2026 with these free games.

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Dec 31, 2025 • 3:38 AM EST • Technology • gamespot.com
It’s been a difficult year for science. Here’s what researchers say about the future : Short Wave

Science in the United States took some big hits this year. The Trump Administration disrupted federal funding for all kinds of scientific pursuits. Administration officials say those changes were a step towards reinvigorating federal agencies like the National Institutes of Health. But many scientists disagree. NPR health and science correspondents Rob Stein and Katia Riddle chat with host Emily Kwong about what these cuts could mean for the future of science.Interested in more stories on the future of science? Email us your question at shortwave@npr.org.Listen to every episode of Short Wave sponsor-free and support our work at NPR by signing up for Short Wave+ at plus.npr.org/shortwave.

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Dec 31, 2025 • 3:00 AM EST • Science • npr.org
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Samsung launches the Galaxy A17 and Galaxy Tab A11+ in the US, here are the prices

They will both be released in early January. Samsung is finally bringing the Galaxy A17 5G to the US. This phone was launched elsewhere in August. Joining...

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Dec 31, 2025 • 1:01 AM EST • Technology • gsmarena.com
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.

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Dec 30, 2025 • 12:00 PM EST • Politics • npr.org
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Samsung's $250 Galaxy Tab A11+ is a big upgrade by budget Android tablet standards

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Dec 30, 2025 • 11:40 AM EST • Technology • 9to5google.com
Samsung Welcomes Galaxy A17 5G and Galaxy Tab A11+ to the Galaxy Ecosystem

Galaxy A17 5G and Galaxy Tab A11+ deliver innovative experiences for every kind of user — from improved displays and new features to stand out cameras

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Dec 30, 2025 • 8:00 AM EST • Technology • news.samsung.com
Football gossip: Johnson, Fatawu, Guehi, Mainoo, Zirkzee, Lewandowski, Toure

Bournemouth identify Brennan Johnson and Abdul Fatawu as potential replacements for Antoine Semenyo, Liverpool want to wait until the summer to sign Marc Guehi, and Everton are interested in Manchester United duo Kobbie Mainoo and Joshua Zirkzee, plus more.

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Dec 29, 2025 • 4:25 PM EST • Sports • bbc.com
OnePlus shows off 'Turbo 6' series gaming phones, confirms 9,000 mAh battery [Gallery]

OnePlus has officially shown off its new “Turbo 6” series of gaming phones while confirming monstrous 9,000 mAh batteries being...

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Dec 29, 2025 • 1:10 PM EST • Technology • 9to5google.com
Breaking down NFL playoff picture, plus Week 17 grades and Rams-Falcons predictions for Monday night

Here's everything you need to know about the NFL for Dec. 29

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Dec 29, 2025 • 1:03 PM EST • Sports • cbssports.com
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.

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Dec 29, 2025 • 12:00 PM EST • Politics • npr.org
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The Biggest Footwear Business Issues That Grabbed Headlines in 2025

From tariffs and trade policy to sourcing and supply chain, plus AI and inflation, shoe firms had their hands full juggling a host of issues in 2025.

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Dec 29, 2025 • 10:00 AM EST • Business • wwd.com
Kratom and 7-OH products are widely available. They’re also at the heart of a public health debate. : Short Wave

Kratom and 7-OH products are available in many smoke shops. But earlier this year, the FDA recommended certain 7-OH products be scheduled alongside opioids. This isn’t the first time kratom has come under scrutiny. Nearly a decade ago, the DEA wanted to make certain active ingredients in kratom controlled substances. Meaning products would go from being widely available to highly restricted. After a massive wave of protest, the DEA decided not to move forward. Producer Rachel Carlson joins host Emily Kwong to talk about what could happen this time around, and what scientists know – and don’t know – about kratom and 7-OH. Interested in more of the science behind drugs and supplements? Email us your question at shortwave@npr.org.Listen to every episode of Short Wave sponsor-free and support our work at NPR by signing up for Short Wave+ at plus.npr.org/shortwave.

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Dec 29, 2025 • 3:00 AM EST • Health • npr.org
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Sony's January 2026 PlayStation Plus Games Update Leaves Fans Anticipating the Reveal

Sony has revealed a shift in the PlayStation Plus free games roster for January 2026 with fans eagerly waiting for the list.

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Dec 29, 2025 • 12:48 AM EST • Technology • ibtimes.co.uk
NFL Week 18 schedule: Ravens-Steelers flexed to Sunday night, plus all the other contests

The NFL has finally revealed the full schedule for the final week of the regular season.

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Dec 29, 2025 • 12:03 AM EST • Sports • cbssports.com
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How Trump is leveraging sports and sports culture for his political brand : Consider This from NPR

President Trump is using his position to access sporting events across the country and embed himself with teams and fans. And he’s leveraging sports and American sports culture to build up and amplify his political brand. NPR’s Tamara Keith speak with Christine Brennan, a longtime sports columnist and author, about the president and the significance of his strong ties to sports.For sponsor-free episodes of Consider This, sign up for Consider This+ via Apple Podcasts or at plus.npr.org. Email us at considerthis@npr.org.This episode was produced by Jeffrey Pierre and Henry Larson. It was edited by Sarah Robbins, Dana Farrington and Rebekah Metzler. Our executive producer is Sami Yenigun.

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Dec 28, 2025 • 4:07 PM EST • Sports • npr.org
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How Trump is leveraging sports and sports culture for his political brand : Consider This from NPR

President Trump is using his position to access sporting events across the country and embed himself with teams and fans. And he’s leveraging sports and American sports culture to build up and amplify his political brand. NPR’s Tamara Keith speak with Christine Brennan, a longtime sports columnist and author, about the president and the significance of his strong ties to sports.For sponsor-free episodes of Consider This, sign up for Consider This+ via Apple Podcasts or at plus.npr.org. Email us at considerthis@npr.org.This episode was produced by Jeffrey Pierre and Henry Larson. It was edited by Sarah Robbins, Dana Farrington and Rebekah Metzler. Our executive producer is Sami Yenigun.

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Dec 28, 2025 • 4:07 PM EST • Politics • npr.org
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T-Mobile Customers, Don’t Forget Apple TV Costs $3 Monthly On January 1st

The Apple TV “On Us” benefit, which was originally free with some T-Mobile postpaid accounts, will now cost an extra $3 per month on your T-Mobile bill unless cancelled.

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Dec 28, 2025 • 2:55 PM EST • Technology • tmo.report
Islanders Back-to-Back: Smurfs shutout, Sorokin IR, Horvat back

The Islanders had a lot of developments coming out of the holiday break to shut out the Rangers again. Injury updates and a return, plus more Hogberg presence while Ilya Sorokin recovers. They’re back at it tonight in Columbus for a 5 p.m. start. Quick turnaround, hopefully not a letdown. Islanders News Elsewhere Sooo many […]

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Dec 28, 2025 • 7:15 AM EST • Sports • lighthousehockey.com
Ranking Android OEMs from worst to best in 2025

From Google and Samsung to Xiaomi and more, I ranked all the major Android brands according to their performance in 2025!

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Dec 28, 2025 • 7:00 AM EST • Technology • androidauthority.com
Pokémon GO Events This Week: December 29, 2025 to January 4, 2026

Pokémon GO’s December 29 to January 4 week has us enter the second month of the season of Precious Paths! Say goodbye to 2025 with the New Year 2026 event and Piplup Community Day Classic! Plus the weekly rotating Spotlight and Raid Hours, Dynamax Battles and Mega Raids. ⭐Highlights Raid Boss Change (January 1): Blacephalon […]

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Dec 28, 2025 • 6:13 AM EST • Technology • pokemongohub.net
2025 EDGE awards, top 10 games of the year

The latest issue of EDGE has been released, and as is tradition for the final issue of the year, it includes various awards plus a list of the top ten games of the year. Various Nintendo-related representation is included for both. While Hades 2 was actually chosen as the best Nintendo game, Donkey Kong Bananza was one of the five...

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Dec 27, 2025 • 12:00 AM EST • Technology • nintendoeverything.com
Samsung Smart TV Owners Get Hundreds Of Channels For Free - Here's How

With the preinstalled Samsung TV Plus app, you can access nearly 700 live TV channels and over 1,000 movies, including exclusive content, for free.

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Dec 26, 2025 • 4:17 PM EST • Technology • bgr.com
Entertainment: Milwaukee’s Zoo Is Free This Weekend

Plus: A chance to visit The Domes after dark.

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Dec 26, 2025 • 1:55 PM EST • Entertainment • urbanmilwaukee.com
December 26, 2025

Physicist Sean Carroll takes on black holes, Schrödinger’s cat, and other big physics concepts. Plus, we revisit some of our top stories of 2025, covering research into how death metal singers safely produce extreme vocalizations, how algorithms and social media are changing language, and what we can learn from people thriving in the coldest parts of the world.

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Dec 26, 2025 • 1:23 PM EST • Science • sciencefriday.com
Year in review: Trump's foreign policy : The NPR Politics Podcast

Editor's note: This episode originally aired on December 16, 2025.As we approach 2026, the NPR Politics Podcast is taking a look back at the year that was in different political areas. Today, we explore what President Trump's administration has done in terms of foreign policy, and what might be expected in the coming year.This episode: senior White House correspondent Tamara Keith, White House correspondent Franco Ordoñez, and national security correspondent Greg Myre.This podcast was produced by Casey Morell and Bria Suggs, and edited by Rachel Baye.Our executive producer is Muthoni Muturi.Listen to every episode of the NPR Politics Podcast sponsor-free, unlock access to bonus episodes with more from the NPR Politics team, and support public media when you sign up for The NPR Politics Podcast+ at plus.npr.org/politics.

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Dec 26, 2025 • 12:00 PM EST • Politics • npr.org
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NFL Christmas clunkers and NBA kryptonite, plus a holiday streaming guide

The Pulse Newsletter 📣 | This is The Athletic’s daily sports newsletter. Sign up here to receive The Pulse directly in your inbox. Good morning! Today: We present a cornucopia of viewing options, and you can find all the latest sports news here. When the NFL handed the Christmas streaming keys to Netflix and Prime last offseason, it initially looked like a must-watch crusade. Put on your August expectations hat and consider these teams: Dallas! Washington! Detroit! Minnesota! Denver! Kansas City! We refuse to apologize for the excessive exclamation points. Those six teams...

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Dec 26, 2025 • 10:09 AM EST • Sports • nytimes.com
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Why scientists are catching whale breaths....with drones : Short Wave

Scientists in the Arctic are catching the exhaled breaths of whales to better understand their health. How? Drones. Whales breathe through their blowholes, which are the equivalent of nostrils on their heads. By studying the microbes in exhaled whale breaths, scientists are piecing together how deadly diseases spread in whale populations. Host Emily Kwong and producer Berly McCoy talk to All Things Considered host Juana Summers about what scientists can do with this information, from reducing stress on whales and monitoring ocean health to warning people who could be in close proximity to whales carrying zoonotic diseases. Interested in more science on charismatic megafauna? Email us your question at shortwave@npr.org.Listen to every episode of Short Wave sponsor-free and support our work at NPR by signing up for Short Wave+ at plus.npr.org/shortwave.

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Dec 26, 2025 • 3:00 AM EST • Science • npr.org
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Why scientists are catching whale breaths....with drones : Short Wave

Scientists in the Arctic are catching the exhaled breaths of whales to better understand their health. How? Drones. Whales breathe through their blowholes, which are the equivalent of nostrils on their heads. By studying the microbes in exhaled whale breaths, scientists are piecing together how deadly diseases spread in whale populations. Host Emily Kwong and producer Berly McCoy talk to All Things Considered host Juana Summers about what scientists can do with this information, from reducing stress on whales and monitoring ocean health to warning people who could be in close proximity to whales carrying zoonotic diseases. Interested in more science on charismatic megafauna? Email us your question at shortwave@npr.org.Listen to every episode of Short Wave sponsor-free and support our work at NPR by signing up for Short Wave+ at plus.npr.org/shortwave.

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Dec 26, 2025 • 3:00 AM EST • Health • npr.org
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PlayStation Plus Free Games Lineup For January 2026 Is Bleak

PlayStation Plus Essential subscribers may face a disappointing January 2026 lineup as new changes roll in.

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Dec 26, 2025 • 12:00 AM EST • Technology • screenrant.com
PlayStation Plus Free Game Is an Underrated 25-Hour Open-World RPG

This underrated PlayStation Plus open-world RPG could be the perfect thing to play this festive break, lasting 25 hours.

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Dec 25, 2025 • 10:00 PM EST • Technology • gamingbible.com
NFL Week 17 staff picks: Moneyline, spread, over/under predictions

NFL Week 17 expert picks for every game heads up, against the spread, plus over/unders.

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Dec 25, 2025 • 1:15 PM EST • Sports • prideofdetroit.com
Year in review: Trump’s environmental 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 America’s stance on environmental policy has shifted under the second Trump administration and what the potential impacts could be.This episode: voting correspondent Ashley Lopez, senior White House correspondent Tamara Keith, climate correspondent Michael Copley, and automotive and energy correspondent Camila Domonoske.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.

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Dec 25, 2025 • 12:00 PM EST • Politics • npr.org
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I'm a CEO who called my 600-plus employees — and found out what we were getting wrong

Smart Technologies CEO Nicholas Svensson calls each of the company's employees every year. It's led him to make changes at the company.

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Dec 25, 2025 • 8:18 AM EST • Business • businessinsider.com
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More of our favorite 2025 GIFs, plus a Christmas Day watch guide

The Pulse Newsletter 📣 | This is The Athletic’s daily sports newsletter. Sign up here to receive The Pulse directly in your inbox. Good morning! Merry Christmas to all who celebrate. We’re having fun below. For the latest news, check here. We’re back for the real thing this morning on actual Christmas Day. I hope you’re all having a merry time. More GIF gifts, from us to you: The Bounce’s Zach Harper checks in with one of the more aesthetically funny GIFs of the season. That’s Desmond Bane pelting OG Anunoby with a basketball. I’m still laughing. Zach told me this is...

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Dec 25, 2025 • 6:58 AM EST • Sports • nytimes.com
Here's your first good look at the OnePlus Turbo

Meet the 9,000mAh battery beast

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Dec 24, 2025 • 5:29 PM EST • Technology • androidpolice.com
OnePlus 'Turbo' certainly looks like a phone with a big battery in leaked images [Gallery]

OnePlus has already confirmed its plans to launch a new “Turbo” series of devices, and a leak offers up a...

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Dec 24, 2025 • 12:30 PM EST • Technology • 9to5google.com
Year in review: Trump, gerrymandering & redistricting : 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 explore how President Trump pushed Republican-led states to redraw congressional maps with the hope of getting more Republican members of the House of Representatives, and how that led to an escalation of partisan gerrymandering throughout the country.This episode: senior White House correspondent Tamara Keith, and voting correspondents Miles Parks & Ashley Lopez.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.

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Dec 24, 2025 • 12:00 PM EST • Politics • npr.org
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Exclusive: OnePlus Turbo Leaks In Live Images With Massive 9,000mAh Battery and 144Hz Display

This is the upcoming OnePlus Turbo while will be making its way to India fairly soon. This device is using the codename 'Prado' and has some pretty

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Dec 24, 2025 • 10:38 AM EST • Technology • androidheadlines.com
Football gossip: Guehi, Rashford, Strand Larsen, Dragusin, Tavares, Gila, Guilherme

Barcelona cool their interest in Marc Guehi after meeting his agents, but Marcus Rashford wants to remain at the Spanish club, and Crystal Palace rival West Ham for Wolves' Jorgen Strand Larsen, plus more.

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Dec 24, 2025 • 10:35 AM EST • Sports • bbc.com
Apple Discontinued These 25 Products This Year

With the end of 2025 near, the time has come to look back at the devices and accessories that Apple discontinued throughout the year. Most of the products that were discontinued this year were simply replaced by a new model with an updated chip. However, the iPhone SE line was entirely discontinued when the iPhone 16e launched, and the iPhone Plus line is being phased out. Below, we have listed 25 products that were discontinued by Apple this year.

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Dec 24, 2025 • 10:24 AM EST • Technology • macrumors.com
Five Questions After the Finale of ‘Pluribus’

The most pressing mysteries on Carol’s mind, and our minds, at the end of Season 1

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Dec 24, 2025 • 9:27 AM EST • Technology • theringer.com
The best moments of the sports year (in GIFs), plus a landmark NIL lawsuit

The Pulse Newsletter 📣 | This is The Athletic’s daily sports newsletter. Sign up here to receive The Pulse directly in your inbox. Good morning! We are in full holiday mode today. Inside: 🎁 GIF gifts, Part 1 ⚖️ Huge NIL lawsuit 🫘 Beans ⛳ Hickory clubs are delightful We’ve done a form of Gifmas the last two years in Pulse territory, so I decided to ask all of our newsletter writers to join the fun this year. The prompt was simple: What is the best gif gift your sport has given you in 2025? We’re starting today because some people open the majority of gifts on...

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Dec 24, 2025 • 6:13 AM EST • Sports • nytimes.com
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Local business openings and closings to know

Plus, 18 ways to ring in the new year from Phoenixville to Kennett Square.

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Dec 24, 2025 • 5:45 AM EST • Business • inquirer.com
Packers’ QB situation still up in the air, but with positive signs

Plus other health updates as Ravens game approaches

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Brooks Koepka leaves LIV Golf, potential PGA Tour return uncertain

The five-time major winner will leave LIV Golf after three-plus years; majors are still in play

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Dec 23, 2025 • 5:17 PM EST • Sports • sports.yahoo.com
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Science funding was hit in 2025. What does that mean for the future? : Consider This from NPR

2025 was a hard year for science. The Trump administration upended federal funding for all kinds of scientific pursuits, slashing budgets across agencies like NASA, NIH and NOAA. NPR's Rob Stein and Katia Riddle spoke to scientists and officials who worry that those cuts could cause the United States to lose its competitive edge as a global hub for research and innovation, and steer future generations away from careers in science. For sponsor-free episodes of Consider This, sign up for Consider This+ via Apple Podcasts or at plus.npr.org. Email us at considerthis@npr.org.This episode was produced by Michael Levitt, with audio engineering by Zo vanGinhoven. It was edited by Sarah Handel, Scott Hensley and Amina Khan. Our executive producer is Sami Yenigun.

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Dec 23, 2025 • 4:27 PM EST • Science • npr.org
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The iPad-like OnePlus Pad Go 2 is now available for $399 with free stylus or case

The holiday shopping season is just about over, but if you’re still looking for an easy gift — for you...

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Dec 23, 2025 • 2:30 PM EST • Technology • 9to5google.com
Year in review: Trump's economy : 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 President Trump's handling of the economy, including his tariff policy.This episode: political correspondent Sarah McCammon, White House correspondent Danielle Kurtzleben, and chief economics correspondent Scott Horsley.This podcast was produced by Casey Morell & 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.

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Dec 23, 2025 • 12:05 PM EST • Politics • npr.org
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Inside Gaming: Strip operator extending discounts into 2026

Plus, Atlantic City casinos won more than $236.8 million from gamblers in November, a year-over-year increase of 5.7 percent, according to state regulatory data.

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Dec 23, 2025 • 11:00 AM EST • Business • reviewjournal.com
Nine mental-health tips for a happier 2026

Regardless of any resolutions you may have for 2026, one thing is for sure: Everyone wants to have a happy new year.While losing weight or saving money may be great goals, the most straightforward path to happiness is caring for your mental and emotional health. A robust body of research shows that simple cognitive and behavioral strategies can reliably boost happiness and reduce stress – and they’re generally free and accessible to all.These strategies don’t have to be super time-consuming, but they do require intention: They only work if you do them.Here, psychologist Valentina Ogaryan, PhD, clinical director of the Simms/Mann UCLA Center for Integrative Oncology, shares her top tips for cultivating more calm, centeredness and happiness in the new year (or anytime):Make time for playPlay isn’t just for kids, and it’s far from frivolous. The National Institute for Play says engaging in silliness, fun and just-for-pleasure activities reduces stress and increases optimism and resilience. A recent review also found that play improves mental health.“Adults can benefit from play as much as children,” Dr. Ogaryan says, “not just as a reward, but something that helps regulate.”So go ahead and dance with your dog, build something with Legos, tell a joke, sing karaoke or do anything else that feels like fun. Don’t worry about being productive, just enjoy yourself. And, if you can, opt for more analog play, Dr. Ogaryan suggests, as a respite from our ever-more-digital world. Move your bodyWhether you dance, ski, do yoga, play pickleball, ride a bike, roller-skate, hike or lift weights, physical movement benefits overall happiness and well-being. A 2018 review study of more than 1.2 million adults in the U.S. found that doing any kind of exercise was “significantly and meaningfully associated” with better self-reported mental health.The sweet spot was 45 minutes of movement three to five times a week, but even short bursts of physical activity can boost brain health, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.“Movement helps support mood and regulate the nervous system,” Dr. Ogaryan says.Plus: exercise can improve sleep quality, and sleep is essential for mental health.Prioritize sleep“Sleep plays a major role in managing stress,” Dr. Ogaryan says. Research shows that lack of sufficient sleep increases the risk of various diseases, including depression.While stress can interfere with sleep, practicing good sleep hygiene can make logging ZZ’s easier. That means maintaining a consistent bedtime; keeping the bedroom cool, dark and quiet; and avoiding social media, news and stimulating shows before bed.Consume lessWe live in a consumer culture, inundated by endless streams of content and advertising everywhere we go, which makes it easy to get overstimulated.“Something really helpful for stress reduction is to simply consume less,” Dr. Ogaryan says – less news, less social media, less information, less noise, less screen time. “It’s about reducing the input,” she says.Consider setting a maximum number of news articles per day, for example, or a time limit on scrolling. Maybe even go device free for an afternoon or a whole day.Practice present-moment awarenessWith so much coming at us all the time, focusing on the here and now can make life feel more manageable, Dr. Ogaryan says: “When everything feels super overwhelming, when everything feels larger than life, let’s make our world a little bit smaller for that moment in time.”She suggests taking things one day, or even one hour, at a time. Ask yourself: What’s my next right action? Release the need to know how everything turns out and liberate yourself from having to handle everything right now. Let the future take care of itself and just focus on the current moment. Then the next one. Have a daily anchorFrom work to the daily commute to family and life responsibilities, our days can feel jam-packed. Dr. Ogaryan recommends creating a centering daily anchor that can fit into even the busiest day.Maybe it’s a 10-minute walk during your lunch break or mindfully enjoying your coffee in the morning. Let your anchor adapt to your needs each day, she says, but be intentional about using that time to ground yourself and calm your nervous system. You might even say to yourself, “I choose this walk to help me become centered,” or “My day already feels stressful, so I’m going to take the next 10 minutes to enjoy this cup of coffee, feel the warm mug in my hand and just be present.” Having an anchor won’t erase the busy-ness from your day, but it will allow you to approach it more calmly.Be kind to yourselfMost of us have a harsh inner critic in our heads who works overtime. But that critical voice only increases our stress, triggering the same fight-or-flight response as caustic words from another person.To feel happier, we need to replace that inner critic with a kinder, more compassionate voice, Dr. Ogaryan says. Studies show that self-compassion is a source of eudaimonic happiness – the kind of happiness associated with purpose and meaning in life.While our knee-jerk reaction may be to self-criticize – “How could you let it get to this point? You didn’t manage your time well and now the project is going to be late. You’re so inept.” – we fare better mentally by treating ourselves with kindness, like we would a friend. That might sound like, “You’ve got a lot on your plate, but you are capable and you’ll get it done. I believe in you.”We may think that speaking kindly to ourselves means letting ourselves off the hook, so we end up becoming lazy do-nothings. But research shows the opposite: People who are self-compassionate are more likely to try harder in the face of failure and ultimately reach their goals.You can thank your inner critic for its good intentions, but resolve to talk to yourself in a kind, compassionate voice.Connect with othersHumans are social animals built for connection. Stress can be isolating and cause us to withdraw, but connecting with others is a salve for the psyche, Dr. Ogaryan says.“We know that not all relationships are always easy, but if we can think about intentional, nourishing connection – even in really small doses – it could really help center us,” she says.Take a moment to laugh with your colleagues, hug your pet, have a conversation with a friend or smile at the barista making your coffee. A study found that even tiny interactions with casual acquaintances and strangers decreases loneliness and improves happiness and well-being.Seek supportIf you try these practices and happiness remains elusive, or if you can’t access the wherewithal to follow these tips, seek support from your physician or a therapist. Mental health conditions are among the most common health issues in the U.S. and around the world – more prevalent than diabetes or heart disease. One in five people in the U.S. experiences a mental illness each year, with depression and anxiety the most common, according to the National Institute of Mental Health.“We can all think about these tips,” Dr. Ogaryan says. “But it’s important to recognize if you’ve done everything you can and you’re still really struggling, it’s really important to seek help.”

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Dec 23, 2025 • 7:00 AM EST • Health • uclahealth.org
Yale has a plan after Trump nixed a key student-loan program

Trump's student-loan repayment overhaul includes the elimination of the Grad PLUS program. Yale said it's putting out a "comparable" new plan.

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Dec 23, 2025 • 5:10 AM EST • Business • businessinsider.com
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Best Of: What Beards Tell Us About Power, Politics And How We See Each Other : 1A

Abraham Lincoln was the first U.S. president to sport a beard. For the next 50 years, whiskers were commonplace in the White House. But then, they went out of style.Now, Vice President JD Vance is the first executive branch leader in more than a century with a furry face.And others are following suit. From the Senate to the campaign trail, more and more men in politics are letting their facial hair grow free. But what does that tell us about masculinity, power, and how we see each other?Why did our politicians remain bare faced for so long? And what does the reemergence of whiskers in the White House represent?Find more of our programs online. Listen to 1A sponsor-free by signing up for 1A+ at plus.npr.org/the1a.

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Dec 22, 2025 • 5:46 PM EST • Politics • npr.org
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From CIA officer to Governor: Abigail Spanberger on intelligence and politics : Sources & Methods

Virginia governor-elect Abigail Spanberger will be the first woman and the first former CIA officer to lead the commonwealth.Host Mary Louise Kelly talks to Spanberger about her unconventional career path that took her from Langley to D.C. and now to Richmond, and how some of her skills from gathering intelligence come in handy in politics. Email the show at sourcesandmethods@npr.orgNPR+ supporters hear every episode without sponsor messages and unlock access to our complete archive. Sign up at plus.npr.org.

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Dec 22, 2025 • 4:00 PM EST • Politics • npr.org
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What to know about Trump's $1 million 'Gold Card' visas

For the hefty price of $1 million, plus at least $15,000 in fees, you can get permanent residency in the United States.

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Dec 22, 2025 • 2:47 PM EST • Business • businessinsider.com
The seamy side of Westminster, then and now — the best new books on politics

From revelations about Starmer’s Labour to the story of a Liberal who sold honours. Plus the reminiscences of a Nato chief and the evangelism of Tony Blair

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Dec 22, 2025 • 12:00 PM EST • Politics • ft.com
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Year in review: Congress' successes & failures : 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 what lawmakers were able to get done -- or not -- in 2025, and how that may influence their 2026 agenda.This episode: political correspondent Sarah McCammon, congressional correspondent Deirdre Walsh, and senior White House correspondent Tamara Keith.This podcast was produced by Casey Morell & 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.

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Dec 22, 2025 • 12:00 PM EST • Politics • npr.org
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New Galaxy S26 leak suggests the Plus model is actually massive

Leaked Galaxy S26 specs hint at steady upgrades and few surprises.

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Dec 22, 2025 • 9:24 AM EST • Technology • androidcentral.com
Cowboys Weekend Headlines: It's all Jerry Jones' fault

A look at the top 10 stories from the weekend, include the Cowboys' fate finalized, plus the NFL playoff picture.

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Dec 22, 2025 • 7:19 AM EST • Sports • cowboyswire.usatoday.com
Mahmood Mamdani’s 'Slow Poison' centers politics of belonging in postcolonial Uganda : NPR's Book of the Day

Mahmood Mamdani — a professor of government at Columbia University and the father of Zohran Mamdani, NYC’s next mayor — has spent decades researching colonialism and its effects on the African continent. His work is both political and personal, influenced by his own experience in Uganda as an exiled citizen deemed nonindigenous by colonial structures. In today’s episode, Mamdani talks to NPR’s Leila Fadel about his newest book, Slow Poison, an account of colonial legacy in Uganda, the rise of the country’s modern autocrats, and the politics of belonging that surround it all.To listen to Book of the Day sponsor-free and support NPR's book coverage, sign up for Book of the Day+ at plus.npr.org/bookoftheday

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Dec 22, 2025 • 3:00 AM EST • Politics • npr.org
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If not pet, why pet shape? Science says raccoons aren't quite there : Short Wave

Dogs are man’s best friend. And it’s no secret that we at Short Wave love cats (Regina has four)! Both of these iconic pets have been domesticated – evolved and adapted to live alongside humans – for millennia. And a recent study suggests that the common raccoon may be on its first steps towards joining them. So how do scientists look for signs of domestication and what do those signs mean? And could you have a litter box trained raccoon in your lifetime? We talk to the study’s lead author, Raffaela Lesch, to find out.Interested in more animal science stories? Email us your question at shortwave@npr.org.Listen to every episode of Short Wave sponsor-free and support our work at NPR by signing up for Short Wave+ at plus.npr.org/shortwave.

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Dec 22, 2025 • 12:00 AM EST • Science • npr.org
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Football gossip: Strand Larsen, Isak, Fullkrug, Karetsas, Bouaddi, Jacquet, Wolfe

West Ham express interest in Jorgen Strand Larsen, Alexander Isak's injury could force Liverpool to buy Antoine Semenyo, Aston Villa join race to sign David Moller Wolfe, plus more.

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Dec 21, 2025 • 4:32 PM EST • Sports • bbc.com
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