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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.
Media developments to watch for in 2026
Sports media developments to watch for in 2026
Health officials confirm mpox in Anchorage adult who traveled out of state
The Alaska Section of Epidemiology reported no additional cases or evidence of local transmission as of Monday.
US signs new health deals with 9 African countries that mirror Trump's priorities
The U.S. government has signed health deals with at least nine African countries. These new deals reflect the Trump administration's priorities and its focus on mutual benefits.
A rift in MAGA has top Heritage Foundation officials leaving to join with Mike Pence
The exit of more than a dozen staffers follows turmoil at Heritage and the larger conservative movement over the role of right-wing influencers who've promoted antisemitic and other extremist ideas.
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.
Suburban business cited for big oily asphalt spill in Chicago canal
Trump’s EPA offloaded cleanup to Gov. JB Pritzker’s environmental agency, which accused Apex Oil of violating state laws.
Bryan Cutler, former Pa. House speaker, tells Lancaster County GOP he won't run for reelection in 2026
State Rep. Bryan Cutler, a one-time speaker of the Pennsylvania House of Representatives and a 20-year veteran lawmaker who represents the southern half of Lancaster County, on Monday told party
Happy Holidays from Monumental Sports & Entertainment
From our family to yours, happy holidays from the MSE family!
Democratic Rep. Crockett says Vance used ‘racist tropes’ in comments about her
Two Black Democrats, Rep. Jasmine Crockett and Minnesota state Sen. Omar Fateh, criticized comments the vice president made about them during his weekend speech at a Turning Point gathering.
North College Hill police seeking assistance in business, vehicle break-in investigation
North College Hill police are seeking the public's help in an investigation into multiple break-ins of businesses and vehicles early Monday morning.
US business equipment borrowings down more than 4% y/y in November, ELFA says
U.S. companies borrowed 4.4% less to finance equipment investments in November compared with the same period a year earlier, the Equipment Leasing and Finance Association (ELFA) said on Monday.
THE WEEK OF DEC 22, 2025
- NCAR to be broken up - NSF alters org structure - Grant review requirements loosened
Find Hub app rolling out map layers support on Android
Following last week’s quiet release of Find Hub for Wear OS, Google is rolling out support for map layers on Android.
Vince Zampella, video game developer behind 'Call of Duty' franchise, killed in mountain road crash
Vince Zampella is the former CEO of video game developers Infinity Ward, the studio behind the wildly successful "Call of Duty" franchise.
Vince Zampella, video game developer behind 'Call of Duty' franchise, killed in mountain road crash
Vince Zampella is the former CEO of video game developers Infinity Ward, the studio behind the wildly successful "Call of Duty" franchise.
Health officials warn of potential measles exposure at international airport in North Carolina
The North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services is reminding the public of a potential measles exposure at Raleigh-Durham International Airport.
ChatGPT launches a year-end review like Spotify Wrapped
The experience includes awards, poems, and pictures referencing your year in chat.
North College Hill police ask public to help ID suspect in business, vehicle break-ins
As they investigate the break-ins, North College Hill police are asking business owners and residents in each area to review any available camera footage, photos or info regarding their suspect.
Tim Cook’s ‘top priority’ product could finally take shape next year
Next year’s unveiling of Apple Glasses could be a key step toward Tim Cook’s “top priority” AR product finally launching.
Governments Are Starting to Compete Like Startups — And That Changes Everything for Entrepreneurs
When states begin marketing citizenship and incentives, it often marks deeper shifts toward modernization and capital-friendly policy environments.
Gemini for Home camera updates improve Familiar Face, animal detection, more
The latest Gemini for Home updates are focused on camera improvements for Nest and other compatible devices.
Vegas Golden Knights Win Clio Sports Award
This honor marks the Golden Knights’ fourth Clio recognition
Some businesses near UPS crash site resume operations—with strict rules and regulations
One business owner says Monday is the first day they’ve been able to resume daytime operations at their warehouse in more than 48 days.
How Trump’s ‘crony capitalism’ has shaken up U.S. business
His policies are picking winners and losers — and blurring the lines between business and government.
The power of women's sports: Oregon becoming a female sports mecca
On this edition we talk with Kyra Buckley of OPB about her recent reporting that shows in a sluggish state economy, women's sports are doing much better economically than other industries in Oregon.
Legendary rock star defends his ‘terrific’ relationship with Trump: ‘Not everybody loves Jesus’
The rock icon didn't hold back when discussing political divisions.
Trump expedites marijuana reclassification: Ohio cannabis businesses to benefit
President Donald Trump signed an executive order Thursday directing the attorney general to expedite the reclassifying of marijuana from a Schedule I down to a Schedule III substance in the Controlled Substances Act.
Olympic sports weekend recap: Lindsey Vonn strong again, Kaillie Humphries' first win as mom
Lindsey Vonn made two more World Cup podiums to extend a strong start to the season.
USC and Notre Dame will not play football rivalry game in 2026
After months of stalled negotiations and clashes over contract terms, longtime rivals USC and Notre Dame will not face off in college football in 2026.
12 Christmas movies with Syracuse & CNY ties you can watch right now
Branch out beyond the typical "Home Alone" and "A Christmas Story" films.
Your 2026 predictions about women and the workplace
From the state of Fortune 500 leadership to an emerging "ambition gap" in the workplace.
Samsung releases One UI 8.5 Beta 2, but it's mostly bug fixes
Samsung just released One UI 8.5 Beta 2, but it's primarily full of bug fixes and some additional regional rollouts.
James Cameron explains 'the power couple from hell' at the core of 'Avatar: Fire and Ash'
With the help of the VFX experts at Wēta FX, the filmmaker turned his focus to the physics of fire for 'Avatar 3' — and forged a villain alliance like no other.
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.
Deals: Pixel 10 from $449 all-time low, Pixel 10 Pro/XL $400 off, Pixel Watch 4 $150 off, more
Alongside the ongoing Samsung deals, the holiday discounts just got ramped back up – Amazon is delivering some wild bonus...
Who was the best girls athlete on the Northshore for the week of Dec. 14-20? Vote now!
Vote for who you think was the best girls athlete on the Northshore last week.
Health experts warn of 'super flu' surge as Christmas approaches
As Christmas approaches, health experts are warning about a surge in flu cases driven by a variant dubbed the "super flu," which has already affected millions this year.
‘Hateful’ Republican ripped for saying Americans ‘don’t have to apologize for being white’
"The only time I’ve ever felt compelled to apologize for being white is after listening to JD Vance talk."
Shoppers Want Easy Choices This Holiday Season — Here's How Small Businesses Can Meet Their Needs
Here are three ways businesses of all sizes can stay in the game this holiday season and set themselves up for long-term growth.
138th Boonville-Oneida County Fair Features Nashville Star
The 138th annual Boonville-Oneida County Fair will take place from July 28 to Aug. 2, 2026.
Transition, conflict and adversity defined Missouri and Illinois politics in 2025
St. Louis Public Radio’s politics team and editors picked the top stories that defined 2025 for Missouri, Illinois and St. Louis politics.
Apple Wallet’s iOS 26 boarding passes now offered by three major airlines
Apple Wallet has a new experience for boarding passes in iOS 26, and another major airline has recently added support for 3+ total.
East Moline manufacturer to move business to Iowa to support growing demand, leaders say
This move represents the company’s commitment to growth, innovation and community partnership, company leaders said.
Google Pixel 10 series starts at $450 in crazy last-minute Amazon deal
Just in time for the holiday, a last-minute Google Pixel 10 deal takes the starting price down to $449, way lower than Black Friday.
Apple TV has three fan-favorite shows returning soon, here’s what’s coming
Apple TV will kick off 2026 with a strong lineup, including three fan-favorite returning shows that you still have time to catch up on.
iPhone Fold’s key display breakthrough may still be in flux, per leak
A new leak indicates a key feature of the iPhone Fold’s display—its crease-free design—is still very much in flux within Apple.
iPhone Fold and future Galaxy foldable may end up copying the original Pixel Fold
According to a new report, Google's original Pixel Fold form factor will be copied by the iPhone Fold and a future Galaxy foldable.
I Grew Up on Atari—Now I'm Reliving It on Gamestation Go in 2025
Commentary: Wander down Gen X gamer memory lane with 200 games, including Pac-Man, Asteroids, Berserk and Centipede.
A look back at art and entertainment in 2025 in New Orleans.
A look back at the highs and lows in art and entertainment in New Orleans in 2025, from Super Bowl LIX to new comedy festivals and more.
The art of the hook: How Simon Squibb redefines influence
British entrepreneur Simon Squibb made his fortune — then amassed legions of followers by giving away sharp business advice for free.
2025 was a tumultuous year in New Orleans politics
2025 was full of historic events, including a deadly terrorist attack, a snowstorm and hosting Super Bowl LIX. But ironically enough, it was the inability of city government to perform seemingly simple duties, like following through on deals and staying on budget, that revealed the true dysfunction at City Hall.
Q&A: Ollie Gabriel, Wedgewood Entertainment District
Musician/entrepreneur behind upcoming businesses Aura Lounge, BHOPS Sports Zone discusses long-range vision for growth
Politics Unplugged Podcast: Jessica Boehm on DOJ probe into Sen. Kelly
Axios reporter Jessica Boehm discusses the recent escalation of the Department of Defense’s investigation into Sen. Mark Kelly.
San Mateo seeks to solidify local business
As San Mateo approves a three-year economic development plan, the City Council reiterated the need for diversifying its small business base — ensuring key establishments such as grocery stores and
Disney on Ice, GREAT Salt City Blues, ‘The Nutcracker:’ 10 things to do this week in CNY
There are several chances to get out of the house during Christmas week in Central New York.
Louisiana politicians in 2025 rolled back public health and environmental efforts
There are a range of issues facing Louisiana residents as 2025 draws to a close, from skyrocketing insurance costs, stronger storms, uncertainty over healthcare and limited resources for working families and people experiencing poverty.
This Louisiana 20 year old turned four years in a hospital into a business idea
Hunter Henry received a heart transplant in 2021. Four years later he owns his own business, inspired by his time eating hospital food.
Risk, hard work and sacrifice: Hispanic small business owners fight and thrive
Hispanics across North Texas have invested their life savings into small businesses even amid economic turbulence and immigration anxieties.
Louisiana politicians in 2025 rolled back public health and environmental efforts
There are a range of issues facing Louisiana residents as 2025 draws to a close, from skyrocketing insurance costs, stronger storms, uncertainty over healthcare and limited resources for working families and people experiencing poverty.
Pac-12 agrees to deal with Playfly Sports
The Pac-12 is set to make Playfly Sports its exclusive partner for sponsorship development, a deal that is expected to kick in immediately.
Spotify Confirms Someone Scraped Its Library to Get Up to 300TB of Data
The pirate activist group Anna’s Archive said it gained access to 86 million audio files and it plans to begin releasing them soon.
For Ken Paxton, a Senate run meets a test of character
As Ken Paxton campaigns for the U.S. Senate on conviction and faith, allegations of infidelity and a public divorce complicate his appeal to Republican voters.
Stars leaving L.A., leadership lessons and fighting Parkinson's: Our favorite 2025 sports stories
The Times' sports reporting staff selects their favorite story from 2025, a showcase of stories that hold a special place with 17 writers.
From Handshake to Hug - Kansas State University Athletics
We're in the back corridor of the T-Mobile Center prior to his official unveiling to Kansas City as a member of the Kansas State Wildcats, and preseason All-...
Snow globe, voucher sprinkles, Trump dinner: A gift guide for Texas’ political players
Need to give your favorite political power player a gift? Here's a guide for the holiday season.
These 5 Oklahoma politics stories were popular in 2025
Each story we brought you in 2025 is important. However, these five are among the most popular of the year and display the rich breadth of what KOSU offers in Oklahoma political news.
Gazing into our 2026 crystal ball: Predictions for the new year
It's that time when those of us slaving over a keyboard conjure and combine sufficient acumen, alchemy and acuity to formulate industry forecasts.
Maggie O'Farrell didn't want to write 'Hamnet's' script. How Chloé Zhao changed her mind
From their first Zoom call to a 58-minute voice note, Maggie O'Farrell details how she and Chloé Zhao came to co-write the screenplay for 'Hamnet' across continents and time zones.
Federal legislation to hurt area healthcare, warn Neal, Baystate CEO
Baystate Health CEO Peter Banko and U.S. Rep. Richard Neal sat on either side of a low table in front of about 150 officials, health industry leaders and community organizers.
Inside the North Carolina GOP’s Decade-Long Push to Seize Power From the State’s Democratic Governors
For almost a decade, North Carolina’s majority-Republican legislature tried six times to strip Democratic governors of control over the board overseeing the swing state’s elections. This year, it finally succeeded.
Dozens of new business locations opening in Harrisburg, Elizabethtown, York and beyond
Panera, Raising Cane’s, Urban Churn, Costco, Bacco, Aldi, Buffalo Wild Wings, AAA, Dollar Tree, Wawa and Chick-fil-A are among the businesses that have opened or soon will open new locations across south central Pennsylvania.
From avocado toast to third spaces: Exploring Gainesville’s resilient small business community
From home bakeries to hat-making to third spaces, Gainesville’s small business scene thrives on passion and perseverance. Owners were motivated by their visions and dreams. And what they found was a supportive local community.
Christmas Candlelight Tour in Kirkwood celebrates magical holiday season [photos]
The Christmas season was celebrated in a magical way at the Gnome Countryside's Christmas Candlelight Tour in Kirkwood on Friday through Sunday evenings. Tours featured a bonfire, storytelling, songs, a
How President Trump reshaped capitalism in 2025
His policies are picking winners and losers — and blurring the lines between business and government.
Some patients face hurdles getting HIV prevention drugs. Here's what to know
A daily preventive pill can be invaluable for people at risk for HIV. But some doctors don't know much about prescribing them. And billing headaches are common. Here's how to overcome those hurdles.
How systemic failures turn state mental hospitals into prisons
The share of people with severe mental illness in state psychiatric hospitals accused of serious crimes has risen steeply. The shift has all but halted the possibility of care before a catastrophic crisis.
New LSU business school dean says students want to 'manage their own destiny'
"Also, if you think about modern-day students, they're always stimulated by technology, right? They've got earbuds in or are always doing something. So we have to rise to the occasion to get their attention in a meaningful way to be able to educate them."
From family feuds to friendly feasts: Learn the art of talking politics at the holiday table
The Conversation Across the Aisle project seeks to bring together people with different views for a meal. The goal: civil discourse.
The DOGE mindset is still central to the Trump administration's agenda as 2025 ends
The Department of Government Efficiency effort was one of the most consequential and controversial – if not entirely successful – changes the Trump administration made in 2025.
Burlington business gives torn apparel a second chance
Crafters in Burlington give torn and tattered goods a second chance.
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
UK health minister vows to prevent renewed doctors' strikes
Britain's health minister Wes Streeting said he would do everything he can to prevent further strikes by hospital doctors who returned to work on Monday after a five-day walkout.
AI is revolutionizing business but it can’t form the leaders we need
The rush for AI in businesses risks leaving us with a leadership vacuum that no algorithm can fill. As automation grows, critical operations demand leaders...
Construction worker’s lung condition sounds a public health warning
This case is a tragic example of an old hazard — silica — appearing in new places.
'Clair Obscur: Expedition 33' stripped of Indie Game Awards due to generative AI use
It had previously been announced Game of the Year.
What to Stream: 'Stranger Things,' Jennifer Lawrence, 'Ne Zha II' and Kate Winslet
Jennifer Lawrence playing a new mother whose behavior becomes increasingly erratic in “Die My Love” and three more “Stranger Things” episodes are some of the new television, films, music and
Vance refuses to set red lines over bigotry at Turning Point USA's convention
Vice President JD Vance acknowledged the controversies that dominated the Turning Point conference, but he did not define any boundaries for the conservative movement besides patriotism.
US entertainment giant Universal Studios to build multibillion dollar theme park in Saudi Arabia | World News - The Times of India
Middle East News: Universal Studios is considering a multi-billion dollar theme park in Saudi Arabia's Qiddiya, part of Vision 2030 to boost tourism and entertainment in the Kingdom. This early concept could bring global franchises to the region.
Westwood business owner speaks out after thief targets shop in smash and grab
Small business owner Jaclyn Frondorf is speaking out after her store, Montclair Street, was broken into on Friday. Frondorf says that three other stores in Westwood were also targeted this week.
CBS correspondent accuses Bari Weiss of 'political' move in pulling '60 Minutes' piece
A '60 Minutes' story on the imprisonment of Venezuelan deportees was scheduled to air Sunday.
The Science of breast milk
This week, Bobbi Conner talks with MUSC's Dr. Katherine Chetta about the science of breast milk.
Sudanese bloc declares Nairobi roadmap, but is it a civilian breakthrough?
The new bloc's roadmap echoes the Quad plan, but observers say this only splinters civilian forces in Sudan.
BUSINESS MONDAY: Spotlight on Core Kitchen—Heating things up with a winter residency at Gateways Inn in Lenox
Launched in October 2024, the couple-owned business has been offering private dinners, pop-ups, supper clubs, special events, micro-catering, and take-home heat-and-eat meals.
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.
C4 Sports holds 7 on 7 tryouts in Durant
High School Football might have just ended a couple of days ago, but Texoma gridiron stars are putting in the work Sunday.
Trump says he is naming Louisiana Gov. Jeff Landry special envoy to Greenland
It wasn’t immediately clear what Landry’s responsibilities with the role would be.
Today's NYT Connections: Sports Edition Hints, Answers for Dec. 22 #455
Here's today's Connections: Sports Edition answer and hints for groups. These clues will help you solve The New York Times' popular puzzle game, Connections: Sports Edition, every day.
Cincinnati police investigating after Westwood businesses report string of break-ins
A small business owner in Westwood says that four different local businesses have been broken into over the past week.