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Two presidential elections, two seismic shifts... (Politics+) : The NPR Politics Podcast
In today's bonus episode, Don Gonyea (national political correspondent) and Deepa Shivaram (White House correspondent) each share the "most" memorable story they've worked on. Don talks about a moment in the 2016 presidential election when he started seeing a key voting group for Democrats shift to then-candidate Donald Trump. Deepa recalls the day President Joe Biden dropped out of the 2024 race and her experience covering Kamala Harris' first campaign rally as the presumptive Democratic nominee. Listen to find out how you can submit a most-type question for us to answer in a future bonus episode! To unlock this and other bonus content, and get sponsor-free listening, sign up for NPR Politics Podcast+ via Apple Podcasts or at plus.npr.org. Regular episodes haven't changed and remain available every weekday!
The Joy of Six: stories of love in sport
A father helping a son across the line, Kevin Sinfield’s inspirational friendship with Rob Burrow and more – when devotion to others takes centre stage
Astronomers aim to take ‘revolutionary’ moving image of black hole
Newly appointed Cambridge professor says feat would accelerate scientific knowledge by an order of magnitude
High school basketball: Saturday's scores
CIF City Section and Southern Section high school boys' and girls' basketball scores for Saturday's games.
Business owner prepared for Uptown 23rd Street construction
Learn how Uptown 23rd Street businesses are adapting to an 18-month construction project aimed at improving safety and pedestrian access in NW Oklahoma City.
Chris Stapleton brings ‘All-American Road Show’ into 2026 with 24 dates
The 11-time Grammy Award-winning artist Chris Stapleton is continuing his stint on the road with his All-American Road Show in 2026.
Ex-Duke star, NBAer Kyle Singler makes concerning claims in unhinged...
Former NBA player Kyle Singler made some wild claims in a concerning video on social media Saturday.
Gov. Livingston hangs on to defeat Science Park- Boys basketball recap
Elijah Garcia scored a team-high 16 points in Gov. Livingston's50-48 win over Science Park.
Texas' party primaries shape the state's politics. So why do so few voters participate?
Historically, Texas voters mostly skip voting in primary elections. That fact changes everything about who ends up being elected – from their ideology to possibly even their party.
Will Timothée Chalamet and Leonardo DiCaprio score Oscar nominations?
The State Department’s secret playbook for using sports to advance Trump’s agenda
American diplomats are hoping the World Cup and Olympics can restore their influence shaping U.S. foreign policy.
World Sports Photography Awards 2026 winners revealed
More than 4,120 photographers from 123 countries submitted a record-breaking 23,130 images across the 24 categories to this year’s World Sports Photography awards
Rural Small Business Confidence Improves Heading into 2026
Rising rural business confidence supports local ag economies, but taxes and labor shortages remain key constraints.
John W. Giles, former Christian Coalition of Alabama president, dies
Giles helped defeat gambling expansion efforts and shaped Republican politics in Alabama
UK politicians condemn Trump’s threat to impose tariffs over Greenland
US president says 10% levies will hit the UK and other Nato countries unless deal reached to buy the Arctic island
RFK Jr’s new diet guidelines pose risks for health and the environment, experts say
US health department’s new food pyramid places red meat and cheese high in saturated fats over plant-based proteins
Scientists Preparing to Simulate Human Brain on Supercomputer
Researchers at the Jülich Research Centre in Germany are working on a simulation at the scale of the entire human brain.
Trump says he never offered Fed chair job to JPMorgan's Dimon
U.S. President Donald Trump on Saturday said he never offered to nominate JPMorgan CEO Jamie Dimon for the job of Federal Reserve chair, contradicting a report this week.
Twin Cities transportation business eyes possible weekend service between the cities and Grand Forks
Dave Brown, owner of Transportation Service Plus, said he has seen interest in a weekend service between Grand Forks and the Twin Cities, but price is something he's still figuring out.
Google equates Gemini’s gradient design to 1984’s smiling Macintosh
A post on Google Design this week takes a look at the design and illustration of the Gemini app, with gradients playing a big role.
The LG C5 and Apple’s M4 Mac Mini are both steeply discounted this weekend
You can also grab a pair of last-gen Beats for $89.99.
Baby chimpanzees like to free fall through trees
Chimp infants are three times more likely to take risks than adults.
If Business Travel Costs Are Eating into Your Bottom Line Then This AI Tool Could Save You Thousands
Cut overhead expenses while maintaining quality travel for client meetings and conferences with OneAir.
Beloved furniture store closing all locations after 78 years in business: ‘Sorry to see them go’
A furniture store that has been in business for 78 years is closing all stores and going out of business
How to avoid the iPhone’s notorious ‘silent alarm’ bug
Slept in too long? A silent alarm may be to blame.
The near death -- and last-minute reprieve -- of a trial for an HIV vaccine
A trial was about to launch for a vaccine that would ward off the HIV virus. It would be an incredible breakthrough. Then it looked as if it would be over before it started.
Is RFK Jr.'s Administration for a Healthy America — AHA — in the works or not?
The Administration for a Healthy America is RFK Jr.'s plan to tackle chronic disease, addiction and other persistent problems. But so far it's not being set up like previous new agencies.
Letters to Sports: Charging out of the NFL playoffs, again
Readers of the Los Angeles Times Sports section give their thoughts on the Chargers' playoff exit, the Dodgers signing Kyle Tucker, the, Lakers, Clippers and Chloe Kim.
‘It’s whiplash’: reversed cuts ‘incredibly disruptive’ for US mental health and substance abuse programs
Grantees outline risks to vulnerable populations over uncertainty of funds creating gaps in care
Westfield’s third cannabis business granted provisional licenses by CCC
With a host community agreement from the city in hand, Canna Ultra Premium Westfield, which is planning to open in the former Heka facility, was granted three provisional licenses by the Cannabis Control Commission during its meeting in Worcester Thursday.
North Dakota Legislature prepares to spend $400M during rural health special session
Legislators will meet next week to pass bills that will let Health and Human Services spend the federal funds over the next two years.
Rory Stewart: ‘A superpower? Indifference to social media abuse’
The former Tory MP and The Rest Is Politics host on a dinosaur he’d bring back to life, being thin-skinned and hating his bandy legs
Network and share ideas at Richmond Heights’ Business Roundtable event Jan. 22
The city of Richmond Heights is holding a Business Roundtable event Jan. 22 at the Richmond Heights Community Center. The event gives business owners and associates an opportunity to network and share ideas.
High school basketball: Friday's scores
CIF City Section and Southern Section high school boys' and girls' basketball scores for Friday's games.
Nasa readies its most powerful rocket for round-the-moon flight
Artemis II mission could launch on 6 February, sending astronauts on a 685,000-mile journey
From 28 Years Later: The Bone Temple to A$AP Rocky: your complete entertainment guide to the week ahead
Another visit to the UK’s putrid zombie aftermath, and the polymath rapper returns after eight years with a collb-packed blockbuster
Oklahoma Foundry, The Crucible, takes legal action to save business
Oklahoma's The Crucible, LLC, famous for casting iconic bronze statues nationwide, faces possible closure after its insurance denied a claim for a crucial motor generator, forcing the company to file a lawsuit to stay in business.
Surveillance captures thieves who targeted high-end sneaker business in Margate
Thieves smashed through the front door of a South Florida business, stealing thousands of dollars’ worth of clothes and sneakers.
Denver7 takes business owner's concerns on power outages to Xcel Energy leader
Xcel Energy hopes to have power restored by Friday night for most customers impacted by power shutoffs as business owners in Larimer County reported lost revenue.
Justice Department opens investigation into Minnesota governor and Minneapolis mayor
Federal prosecutors are investigating Gov. Tim Walz and Mayor Jacob Frey.
Oregon health officials confirms measles case in Clackamas County
The case marks the state's third confirmed case of measles this year.
Fourth-generation, family-owned business plans $18 million project near Opportunity Corridor
Reese Consumer Health is plotting a move on Cleveland’s East Side, bringing jobs to vacant land overlooking the Opportunity Corridor. Construction on the $18 million project could start in the spring.
LA's Fashion District resembled 'war zone' during immigration operation, business owner says
The Fashion District is where the first large-scale immigration enforcement operations started by the Trump administration in June 2025.
Global sports face challenges from 'AI slop' misinformation
A study by AI risk management platform Alethea into the surge in artificial intelligence-generated fake content, dubbed "AI slop," has warned sports teams, leagues and fans of the risks posed by increasingly sophisticated digital misinformation.
Congress, content creators, and Can't Let It Go : The NPR Politics Podcast
There's another fight on Capitol Hill as lawmakers work to get four more spending bills passed before the end of the month. We talk about what's at stake and how both parties are navigating the high cost of health care.Then, a look at how the Trump administration is using social media content to sway public opinion & influence governance, and what our panelists can't stop thinking about this week.This episode: voting correspondent Miles Parks, congressional reporter Sam Gringlas, White House correspondent Danielle Kurtzleben, and political reporters Stephen Fowler & Jude Joffe-Block.This podcast was produced and edited by Casey Morell & Bria Suggs.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.
Alaska kicks off billion-dollar effort to ‘transform’ rural health care
Alaska is set to receive $273 million per year for five years from the program, created as part of President Trump's spending- and tax-cut law passed this summer.
You Can't Invite Hotel Visitors to Move to Your Island in Animal Crossing: New Horizons, and We're All Bummed About It
Animal Crossing: New Horizon's big 3.0 update is now live, and with it a bustling hotel where you can decorate rooms and attract villagers from the game's massive roster of over 400 animals for a visit. But sadly, these new friends won't stay forever.
CONSTRUCTION SOON: Business center initiative aims to help boost Tulsa economy
2 News' Isabel Flores spoke with the community about the Eastside Business Center. Business owners say they're excited about having resources available to them at Plaza Santa Cecilia.
Science Hill man found dead after single-vehicle crash on Highway 3264, officials report
A 32-year-old Science Hill man was found dead Friday morning after a single-vehicle accident on Highway 3264, according to Pulaski County Sheriff Bobby Jones.
NYC public school hosts Mamdani’s political pick, flouting policy
The city’s public school system appeared to violate its own policy when it invited Mamdani’s preferred socialist candidate into a classroom.
Trump set to pardon ex-Puerto Rico governor after ‘political prosecution’
Wanda Vázquez Garced, who accepted plea deal over campaign finance violation, endorsed Trump in 2020
Kansas City, Missouri, leaders move to protect Midtown Costco amid business center rumors
Kansas City, Missouri, City Council leaders have taken action to ensure the global retail giant Costco in Midtown KCMO remains in place.
Marijuana business sues Michigan township after voters ban pot shops
A Michigan marijuana business claims Niles Township violated due process after voters reversed course on allowing unlimited pot shops, leaving the company out $600,000.
The two things AMD subtly revealed at CES that actually excite me
Socketed laptop chips and Strix Halo affordability!
Spaws Grooming named Rexburg Area Chamber of Commerce business of the month
Thomas Mecham and his brother are the owners of Spaws Grooming in Rexburg. Spaws Grooming was named the Rexburg Area Chamber of Commerce business of the month for January. Mecham is grateful for the recognition this will bring the business and credits the hard-working team at Spaws for the acknowledgement.
Health inspectors find 13 violations at Lakeshore restaurant over holidays
A popular Lakeshore bar and restaurant suffered the worst health inspection it ever had last month, but the owner says everything has been “100% corrected.”
Mental health grant cuts—and prompt reversal—sow confusion in Alabama
Alabama's mental health care network was thrown into confusion as federal grants were canceled and then restored in a period of 24 hours.
Gold Medal Dreams? Learn Olympic Sports in Greater Boston
Check out these local (and not so local) venues where adults can try Winter Olympics sports such as skating, curling, snowboarding, and more.
Trump says 'we're taking care' of rural health while swiping at 'corrupt' Democrats
President Donald Trump uses a White House rural health care event to take swipes at Barack Obama and Democrats.
After 99 years, longtime central Pa. pretzel business closes
The family-operated business announced the closure Friday, with the future of the brand uncertain.
Opinion | The Viewpoint-Diversity Debate Misunderstands Science
We’re not teaching students truths about nature. We’re giving them tools to explore.
Newsom, Lurie to discuss homelessness and mental health crisis in San Francisco
Gov. Gavin Newsom will join San Francisco Mayor Daniel Lurie and other officials to discuss the homelessness and mental health crisis.
Deals: Pad Pro, Mac mini, Apple Studio Display, AirPods Max, more 9to5Mac
Our Friday edition 9to5Toys Lunch Break is ready and waiting below starting off with a giant $699 price drop on...
What does it means to navigate an increasingly turbulent entertainment industry? Creative studio and concert professionals provide the answers by Jake Bourke
If you bake in a bakery, where do you make art?” Vico Sharabani is the founder and COO of The-Artery, a multidisciplinary creative studio where their wheelhouse is versatility and experimentation. Their extensive portfolio encompasses feature films, premium television, experiential installations, virtual production, and live events, establishing a proven track record of delivering high-quality production [...]Read More... from What does it means to navigate an increasingly turbulent entertainment industry? Creative studio and concert professionals provide the answers
Letters to the Editor: Some people will always find a way to downplay the importance of science
'Periodically, I’ve had chats with neighbors about the heat. Most of the talks have been thoughtful, but some have veered into cuckoo territory,' writes an L.A. Times reader.
The Eugene Science Center plans to open an outdoor park to expand their exhibit space
The Eugene Science Center has been operating with the same 11,000 square foot space since moving to its current building in 1980. The center is planning to double its capacity with an Outdoor Science Park expansion this summer.
5 Best Small Business Loans of 2026
We selected the best small business loans of 2026, including BlueVine, OnDeck, Fundbox and Funding Circle.
Cavaliers’ 2016 memories to be featured at Greater Cleveland Sports Awards
The 26th annual sports awards will include a celebration of the 10th anniversary of the Cleveland Cavaliers’ championship.
Sony, Anker, and other headphones have a serious Google Fast Pair security vulnerability
It’s a good time to make sure your wireless headphones are updated.
This week in HS Sports: Reclassification is near, what will it look like?
The AHSAA is still set to announce reclassification next week. What will that announcement include?
Billionaire tax sparks intraparty war in California
The proposal has divided Democratic politicians and stirred discord within organized labor.
Apple’s new OLED MacBook Pro might be ahead of schedule, per rumor
A new rumor says OLED panels for Apple’s next MacBook Pro are in production, hinting the redesign could arrive sooner.
Can a New GPT Accelerate Human–AI Collaboration in Science?
SciSciGPT takes on the tedious tasks so scientists can dream bigger.
Trump threatens military action in Minneapolis. And, inside his healthcare plan
President Trump threatens to invoke the Insurrection Act in Minnesota to stop protests happening in Minneapolis. And, the president unveils what he calls a new healthcare plan.
Tensions remain high in Minnesota as ACLU files lawsuit and Trump threatens Insurrection Act
Minnesota governor Tim Walz urges president to ‘stop this campaign of retribution’ as he threatens to deploy military
Trump Administration Restores Nearly $2 Billion in Mental Health Grants
By I. Edwards HealthDay ReporterFRIDAY, Jan. 16, 2026 (HealthDay News) — Federal funding for mental health and addiction treatment programs will continue after the Trump administration abruptly reversed a plan to end nearly $2 billion in grants across the country. Late Tuesday, thousands of grants overseen by Substance Abuse and ...
Asus now claims it’s not dropping the RTX 5070 Ti amid memory shortages
The GPU market is a mess again
What the Anti-Trans Movement Doesn’t Understand About Women's Sports
Outside the Supreme Court, a movement claiming to protect women’s sports exposed its own ignorance of them.
What does Israel want in Somaliland?
From proximity to Yemen's Houthis to shared interests, recognition of region marks shift to unconventional alliances.
Small Minneapolis businesses hit hard by ICE crackdown, while corporations stay silent
Up and down Lake Street in the heavily Latino area of south Minneapolis, numerous mom-and-pop restaurants have hung up signs that say "No ICE," referring to U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement officials who have been conducting frequent raids in the area. The federal actions have also prompted thousands in the streets to protest after ICE agents killed 37-year-old Renee Good in her vehicle last week.
Are our bodies full of microplastics or not? There’s a way to resolve this debate, and scientists must hurry
This week’s furore is microplastics researchers’ ozone moment. If they fail, the powerful plastics lobby will step into the breach, says science journalist and author Debora MacKenzie
Why is Sweetgreen's business wilting?
Sweetgreen, the Los Angeles-based salad and lunch bowl chain, reported a same-store sales decline of 9.5% in November.
Top two executives at City & Guilds placed on leave
Pair will be absent ‘for short period’ from vocational trainer, whose charity is under investigation by Charity Commission
With limited political power, Minnesota Democrats navigate resistance to Trump
From public pleas to lawsuits, Minnesota's Democratic leaders are trying to stop the surge of federal agents on their streets.
Shadow minister replacing Robert Jenrick says Tories ‘let down’ the country in government
The new shadow justice secretary Nick Timothy said he was ‘sorry’ for how the Conservatives ‘handled certain things in those last few years’ in power
UK health regulator approves up to 7.2 mg weekly dose of Wegovy for obesity patients
Britain's health regulator approved a maximum dose of up to 7.2 miligrams per week of Novo Nordisk's blockbuster weight-loss drug Wegovy for patients with obesity only, it said on Friday.
10 breakthrough technologies to expect in 2026 : Short Wave
Wanna know where tech is headed this year? MIT Technology Review has answers. They compile an annual list called "10 Breakthrough Technologies". Today, host Regina G. Barber speaks with executive editor Amy Nordrum about the list, and they get into everything from commercial space stations and base-edited babies to batteries that could make electric vehicles even more green. We also do a lightning round of honorable mentions you won't want to miss out on!Check out the full list from MIT Technology Review.Interested in more science? Check out our episode on last year’s top 10 technologies to watch and our episode on building structures in space.Email us your questions 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.This episode was produced by Berly McCoy. It was edited and fact-checked by Rebecca Ramirez. The audio engineer was Robert Rodriguez.
Sports quiz of the week: Michael Carrick, Masters and Morocco v Senegal
Have you been following the big stories in football, rugby, snooker, tennis, cricket, motor racing and futsal?
High school basketball: Tuesday's scores
CIF City Section and Southern Section high school boys' and girls' basketball scores for Tuesday's games.
AI will transform the ‘human job’ and enhance skills, says science minister
Patrick Vallance says robots would take away ‘repetitive’ tasks, but Sadiq Khan warns AI will usher in ‘new era of mass unemployment’
BP accused of ‘insidious’ influence on UK education through Science Museum links
Campaigners claim firm has bought sway over the teaching of science, technology, engineering and maths
Is Trump regretting his battle with the Fed?
This week, Jonathan Freedland speaks to the economist Heather Boushey about why a fight with Wall Street might be one the president regrets
Casting is dead. Long live casting!
Fifteen years after laying the groundwork for casting, Netflix has pulled the plug on the technology, but there’s still life left in second-screen playback control.
‘There's no way': Mobile stage stolen from northwest Miami-Dade business
It’s used all over the country for concerts and performances. The owner of a mobile stage said thieves drove off with his property last month, and he needs help finding it.
NBC aims to make Sunday nights 'Must See TV' for sports
On a TV landscape ruled by live sports, NBC wants Sunday nights to become appointment viewing, with its NBA and MLB packages joining its longstanding NFL slate this year.
US Health Department to Launch Study on Cellphone Radiation
Jan 15 (Reuters) - The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services will launch a study on cellphone radiation, a department spokesman said on Thursday, building on Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr's criticism linking them to neurological damage and cancer. Last year, the department said 22 ...
Trump’s health plan puts the blame on industry for high costs
The president is jettisoning the GOP’s corporate allies in a bid to inoculate his party from voters stressed by the cost of living.