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GOP health care chaos spills into battleground midterm races
Republican Senate candidates aren’t on the same page about extending Obamacare subsidies, reflecting a broader tension that is creeping into House and Senate races.
Stephen Colbert questions Paramount's Warner Bros. bid
Stephen Colbert, whose show was canceled by Paramount, wondered about the company's finances amid a $108 billion bid to buy Warner Bros. Discovery.
Watch live: Jeffries gives remarks amid health care, redistricting battle
House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries (D-N.Y.) will speak with reporters Friday morning after senators struck down Democrats’ effort to extend Affordable Care Act (ACA) subsidies, which are s…
The AI race is pushing up Dell computer prices. Here's what to expxect, and what the PC giant is telling its sales staff.
Dell is increasing its prices on December 17 amid a global memory chip supply crisis. Business Insider obtained a list of price changes.
Meet Landon Robinson: How Navy star NG emerged as Midshipmen's soft-spoken 'freak'
Robinson can do it all for Navy, from disrupting plays in the backfield to providing sparks on special teams
Trump calls affordability a "hoax"; Democrats take note
In the first year of his second term, President Donald Trump has focused his attention on foreign policy and made numerous trips abroad – with an eye toward the Nobel Peace Prize. But as he discusses peace deals with foreign leaders, his ratings domestically have fallen. Critics say that he isn’t doing enough to ease American’s economic concerns. So, this week, Trump returned his attention stateside and kicked off his affordability tour in Pennsylvania, while simultaneously branding “affordability” as a democratic “hoax.” Today on the politics roundtable, we discuss why Trump’s tour signals the administration’s concerns about the politics of affordability, and how some Democrats could use this as a way to gain an edge during the 2026 midterms. Host Colby Itkowitz speaks with Dan Merica, the co-anchor of our politics newsletter, The Early Brief, and White House Bureau Chief Matt Viser.
I’m 24. I learned up close that politics isn’t intimidating
My earlier trepidation dissipated after covering a campaign visit
Mid-Michigan entertainment for the weekend of Dec. 12-14 and beyond
Check out what’s going on around the region.
Framework Raises DDR5 Memory Prices By 50% For DIY Laptops
Framework Computer had worked to keep their memory prices lower than other laptop vendors amid the ongoing memory shortages throughput the industry worldwide
Senate votes down dueling health care proposals
Political strategist Katie Zacharia analyzes the Senate’s stalled healthcare proposals, ACA tax credit fallout and how Democrats may leverage shutdown politics to dominate the 2026 midterms.
Sticker Shock: Obamacare Customers Confront Premium Spikes as Congress Dithers
With subsidies that give consumers extra help paying their health insurance premiums set to expire, lawmakers are again debating the Affordable Care Act. The difference this time: It’s happening in the middle of ACA open enrollment.
Scientists have been studying the exoplanet TRAPPIST-1 e. Could it harbor alien life? : Short Wave
Want to be a top notch candidate for hosting alien life? Then there's a few key requirements you should be aware of: Ideally, you're a large object like a moon or a planet; scientists suspect you also have an atmosphere and water; plus, you should orbit your star from a nice mid-range distance — in the "Goldilocks Zone" of habitability. Until recently, you would be competing against TRAPPIST-1 e. It's a planet outside of our solar system. TRAPPIST-1 e is also only 40 light years away, rocky and the same size as Earth, which prompted researchers to investigate whether it also has an atmosphere — and the potential for alien life. A team of researchers has been investigating TRAPPIST-1 e to learn more about its potential. Their answers, recently published in the Astrophysical Journal Letters, say a lot not just about this exoplanet, but about how scientists should refocus their hunt for alien life.Interested in more space 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.
New laws to be considered after ‘harrowing stories’ from ex-Vodafone franchisees
Concerns about power imbalance in franchise agreements amid claims over firm’s treatment of small-business owners
Bad Bunny slips and falls onstage mid-concert, but his fans keep the show going
The show must go on, even if you slip and fall. Just ask Bad Bunny, who did exactly that onstage during his recent concert in Mexico.
Fairfax Co. middle school eyeing 14th straight Science Olympiad state title
Longfellow Middle School’s team has won 13 consecutive state Science Olympiad titles, and is eyeing a 14th. The school has won the state championship 19 times.
Many Obamacare premiums expected to spike after votes on health care plans fail
The Senate failed to pass two different health care plans, which means premiums will spike for many people who rely on Obamacare. One breast cancer survivor told NBC News she feels caught in the middle of a political fight. NBC News’ Ryan Nobles reports.
Indiana Republicans block new congressional map in rare break with Trump
Indiana's Republican-led senate voted against a redrawn congressional map Thursday that would have favored their party in the 2026 elections, despite months of pressure by President Donald Trump for a rare mid-cycle redistricting.
Sugar23 Reorganizes Amid Evolution Into Next-Generation Branded Entertainment Studio, Six Managers Expected To Depart
Sugar23 has announced a comprehensive reorg amid its transition into a next-gen branded entertainment studio.
Lurie expands inpatient psychiatric unit amid ongoing youth mental health care shortage
The four new beds and 20 new staffers are designed for kids with autism and intellectual and developmental disabilities. The $4.5 million addition is a first for the state but can't fill the major dearth in youth psychiatric beds across Illinois.
Highmark's Midwest acquisition promises $3.1 billion in new revenue
Highmark Inc. is acquiring a Blues insurance plan in the Midwest that promises to boost annual revenue for the Pittsburgh health insurer by $3.1 billion...
After a year of Trump-inspired inaction, some Republicans in Congress are growing restless
A year after President Donald Trump’s election and with next year’s midterms looming, congressional deference to the White House is showing signs of wearing on some Republicans.
Nothing Phone (4a) series leaks with surprising processor details
Nothing’s new mid-range devices may be more prepared to clash with the likes of the iPhone 17e, Pixel 10a, and Galaxy A57.
Gaza’s maternal and newborn health system ‘decimated’, UN warns
Gaza’s health system for mothers and newborns has been “decimated”, the UN said on Thursday, with Israeli attacks destroying almost all hospitals, cutting off medical supplies and driving sharp rises in maternal deaths, miscarriages and newborn fatalities amid mass displacement and hunger.
U.S. seizes oil tanker amid tensions with Venezuela and health care disagreements plague the GOP: Morning Rundown
Plus, a test of AI-powered children's toys reveals a not so kid-friendly side.
How Many Triangular Faces Does a Hexagonal Bipyramid Have?
Test your wits on the Slate Quiz for Dec. 11, 2025.
EXCLUSIVE: Prediction markets launch coalition amid sports betting fight
Several major prediction markets are forming a coalition to promote and defend their political interests amid a growing fight over sports betting, Axios has learned.
Trump calls affordability crisis a "hoax," touts the economy ahead of midterms
As Democrats campaigning on affordability pick up wins, Trump's messaging about a strong economy is at odds with widespread voter sentiment that he's not doing enough to tackle rising costs.
Disappointing Oracle results knock $70bn off value amid AI bubble fears
Weaker-than-forecast quarterly data for Larry Ellison’s tech company shows slowdown in revenue growth but big rise in spending
UK Sports Cardiology helps marathoner back to chasing 50-state goal
After a midrace cardiac arrest, Brian Rice was advised not to run again. But with help from UK HealthCare’s Sports Cardiology Program, Rice is back chasing his dream of running a marathon in every state.
Ex-Michigan coach Sherrone Moore in custody amid assault investigation after being fired for 'inappropriate relationship'
Low health literacy is costing health
This document highlights health literacy as a critical determinant of health and a foundation for empowering individuals to make informed choices amid growing volumes of information and misinformation.
Sherrone Moore fired for cause by Michigan amid 'inappropriate relationship' with staffer
The Wolverines will undergo their second coaching change in three years, releasing Moore after eight years with the organization, including two as head coach
More big warning signs for the GOP after Trump ‘weaves’ on affordability
At some point, Republicans might want to ask themselves what happens if President Donald Trump simply refuses to help himself – and them – on affordability ahead of next year’s midterms.
DAVID MARCUS: Somali power surge raises the question Minnesota avoids
Somali community continues to gain political power in Minnesota amid billion-dollar fraud scandal involving tied organizations, raising accountability questions.
Montana State’s Halie Smith ready to graduate, teach middle school science
Smith’s professors call her a leader in the classroom who truly embraced all that MSU’s education department offered.
A Democrat wins Miami mayor’s race for the first time in nearly 30 years
Democrat Eileen Higgins won the Miami mayor’s race on Tuesday, defeating a Republican endorsed by President Donald Trump to end her party’s nearly three-decade losing streak and give Democrats a boost in one of the last electoral battles ahead of the 2026 midterms.
‘Lay down your swords’: Shapiro, Cox call for civility amid rising political violence
Govs. Josh Shapiro (D-Pa.) and Spencer Cox (R-Utah) urged the country to “act with moral clarity” and “lay down your swords” as the two men warned of increasing political violence across the countr…
Watch live: House Democrats give remarks amid fight over ObamaCare subsidies
House Democratic leaders will speak with reporters Wednesday morning as the fight over health care premiums enters a critical stage. Affordable Care Act subsidies — tax credits that help make insur…
Small businesses report record monthly surge in price increases as inflation pressure mounts
Small businesses hit a record high for price increases in November, with 34% raising prices amid persistent inflation pressures, an NFIB survey reveals.
How Georgia Democrats pulled off a special election stunner
Democrat Eric Gisler won in a district designed to favor Republicans. Now, GOP leaders are sounding the alarm ahead of the 2026 midterms.
Governors cross aisle to call for ‘moral clarity’ amid political violence
Govs. Josh Shapiro (D) and Spencer Cox (R) join forces to denounce the rise in political violence in the past few years.
Finland Needs More Reforms to Pay for Health Care, Report Says
Finland needs to fine tune how it provides basic health-care services in the midst of deeper budget deficits, according to a report assessing an overhaul carried out two years ago.
Paul Pogba partners with world’s first professional camel racing team
The 32-year-old Monaco midfielder, formerly of Manchester United and Juventus, has joined Al Haboob as an ambassador and shareholder.
Mass. reports 'double' the usual number of people dropping Connector health plans amid expiring subsidies
A lot happens in Boston every day. To help you keep up, WBUR, Boston's NPR News station, pulled these stories together just for you.
2 Democrats, 2 strategies: Texas Senate race shows party split on Trump-focus in midterm elections
In Texas, Democratic candidates Jasmine Crockett and James Talarico have launched their Senate campaigns with contrasting strategies
NC State coach wants to see team's 'edge' vs. Liberty
North Carolina State is aiming for a second consecutive win over a mid-major opponent Wednesday night when it hosts Liberty in Raleigh, N.C.
Bridgestone Americas awards grants to support adaptive sports programming at schools across the country
Bridgestone Americas has awarded eight grants to support adaptive sports programming at 62 public schools nationwide, including those here in Middle Tennessee.
Goldman Sachs exec says banker talent 'competition remains intense' as Wall Street battles for dealmakers amid M&A cycle
Goldman CFO Denis Coleman says a hot M&A pipeline is fueling fierce competition for talent as Wall Street heads into 2026.
As GOP political power hangs in the balance, Wiles says Trump will 'campaign like it's 2024' ahead of midterms
President Donald Trump will hit the campaign trail to help GOP candidates ahead of the 2026 elections, White House chief of staff Susie Wiles indicated.
Trump's approval sees slight bump in poll amid focus on affordability
In the latest Reuters/Ipsos poll, the president had a small overall approval rating bump, while Republicans' views on one key issue jumped.
Vulnerable Republicans sweat amid GOP divisions on health care
Swing-state Republican senators who are up for reelection are scrambling for political cover as the Senate prepares to vote on a Democratic bill to extend health insurance tax credits, even as the …
NBA power rankings: Boston Celtics make big jump amid winning streak
The Boston Celtics, still without Jayson Tatum, are lurking in the Eastern Conference and have won five in a row and 10 of their last 12 games.
‘I feel it’s a friend’: quarter of teenagers turn to AI chatbots for mental health support
Experts warn of dangers as England and Wales study shows 13- to 17-year-olds consulting AI amid long waiting lists for services
Gov. Kotek, lawmakers call for streamlined permit, land use rules amid concern for Oregon business
While some Oregon lawmakers echoed her priorities, the governor’s Monday speech in front of industry leaders mainly defended her record.
‘A huge rupture in everything’: US science faced major upheaval in 2025
Amid enormous shifts, many scientists pushed back and risked dismissal from their jobs even as federal agencies fired thousands of employees
Entertainment and more in the Mid-Ohio Valley
PARKERSBURG – The Artsbridge weekly calendar of events and programs: TODAY * Anything Goes: Wild Things, all member exhibition of the West Virginia Watercolor Society, Parkersburg Art Center * Belpre Holiday Lights, Civitan Park * Festival of Trees Display, Blennerhassett Hotel and Spa * Shannon Hammer, naturalist photography display, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., WesBanco, […]
Swing district Republicans brace for political fallout if health care subsidies expire
For a critical sliver of the Republican majority, the impending expiration of what are called enhanced premium tax credits after Dec. 31 is a pressing concern as they potentially face headwinds in a 2026 midterm election.
Farmers say Trump's payment isn't enough amid rising health care costs
President Trump announced $12 billion in one-time payments to farmers as they adjust to increased tariffs on exports. Some farmers say even with that help they still face rising health care costs.
Changes for proposed Midtown Business Improvement District security after neighbor feedback
A plan to make Midtown a better place for businesses and residents alike is seeing changes.
MIT affiliates named 2025 Schmidt Sciences AI2050 Fellows
MIT postdoc Zongyi Li, Associate Professor Tess Smidt, and seven additional MIT alumni were named 2025 Schmidt Sciences AI2050 Fellows. The fellowships will support their work in AI against difficult and intractable problems.
Health advisory issued for Williamson, Maury counties
The advisory issued on Dec. 3, 2025 is to alert clinicians and laboratories to an increase in pulmonary and disseminated histoplasmosis cases in Middle Tennessee.
2026 World Cup to feature three-minute hydration breaks in every half throughout tournament
Every game will pause for three minutes in the middle of each half, which will essentially split the match into quarters.
Some Memphis businesses suffer amid federal Task Force presence
MEMPHIS — Saturday lunch is usually peak busy at La Guadalupana restaurant, one of the city’s oldest sit-down Mexican taquerias along a busy commercial strip in the city’s diverse Berclair neighborhood. But on one recent Saturday, owner Juan Castelan gestured in the direction of mostly empty tables. Business is down 30% to 40% since the […]
GSPM director to confront enrollment challenges in shifting political, higher education landscape
Debbie Mucarsel-Powell, a former member of Congress and university official, said she is aiming modernize the school and increase enrollment amid declines and heightened political polarization.
OnlyFans CEO said middle managers have no space in her company
CEO Keily Blair only hires senior and junior talent in the company, which has a lean team of 42 full-time staff.
Texas 'at a crossroads,' hopes to get right vs. Southern
Texas will turn to a mid-major opponent to build some momentum and continuity as it hosts Southern on Monday in Austin, Texas.
Democratic governors say the party's midterm strategy must focus on voters' pocketbook concerns
Democratic governors who met over the weekend in Arizona say the party must focus on affordability in next year's midterm elections.
Samsung December 2025 One UI Updates List
We are in December 2025, and Samsung is getting ready for its next major software update, One UI 8.5. Meanwhile, the company continues releasing monthly updates and has now started rolling out the December 2025 security patch for Galaxy devices. Just like last month, Samsung began the latest patch rollout with its mid-range phones instead […]
Miley Cyrus Offers Positive Update on Godmother Dolly Parton Amid Health Issues
Miley Cyrus shared an optimistic update on her godmother Dolly Parton after the country music icon sat out from a number of recent appearances due to health concerns.
Omaha small business vendors see improved sales at Midwest Fest weekend
Holiday shopping season is crucial for vendors who rely on outdoor markets to supplement income.
Interfaith Leaders Rally To Bring Business Back To 26th Street After Federal Immigration Crackdown
The city's second busiest economic corridor saw 60-80 percent declines in business during the Trump administration's Operation Midway Blitz, local leaders said.
Democrats See an Opening to Win the Miami Mayor’s Race in the Latest Test of the US Political Mood
MIAMI (AP) — It has been nearly three decades since a Democrat held the mayor’s office in Miami, a span of futility the party is hoping to reverse during a special runoff election this week in one of the last electoral showdowns before next year’s midterms. While it is a local race, this election ...
Week in politics: Jan. 6 pipe bomb suspect identified, Texas redistricting GOP win
President Trump faces some uncomfortable political realities — from another resurfacing of the 2021 attack on the Capitol, to the pendulum of midterm elections.
Week in politics: Jan. 6 pipe bomb suspect identified, Texas redistricting GOP win, Trump's racist rant
President Trump faces some uncomfortable political realities — from another resurfacing of the 2021 attack on the Capitol, to the pendulum of midterm elections.
Ukrainians get creative to keep businesses alive amid winter blackouts
Small businesses have been forced to get creative to keep their doors open and customers happy while power supplies remain unreliable.
I joined a company with an AI mandate. I was daunted at first, but I've saved hours by solving a big, boring problem.
When Komal Amin got a job at a company with an established AI mandate, she felt intimidated. Now, she uses it for everything from sending invoices to planning dates.
America's economy is getting swallowed up by middlemen — and it's driving people crazy
The real winners in today's economy are the middlemen — rich intermediary companies like Walmart, Airbnb, and Lyft that connect buyers and sellers.
Warner Bros. Discussing Major Move With DC Comics Amid Netflix Merger
Warner Bros. is discussing a major move with DC Comics amid the company's merger with streaming giant Netflix. Netflix's acquisition of Warner Bros., which comes with the latter's media library and HBO properties, shook up the entertainment world. However, there are other moves afoot amid the ...
Body parts of baby found in freezer at Tokyo adult entertainment business
A severed head, arms and legs of a baby were found in a freezer at an adult entertainment business in Tokyo's Sumida Ward, police said.
Oregon Says It’s ‘Open for Business’; Let’s Hope This Time It’s Real — Columbia Community Connection News Mid-Columbia Region
Governor Kotek is saying the right things. She’s acknowledging real problems. Now comes the hard part: steady, practical, bipartisan work to restore predictability, rebuild trust, and confront the housing, addiction, and mental-health challenges that touch every corner of the state.
Hegseth defends action in the Caribbean amid mounting questions
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth on Saturday defended the Trump administration’s military actions against alleged drug boats in the Caribbean, saying it shows “the strength of American resolve.”
Messi and David Beckham hug it out ❤️
Messi and David Beckham hug it out.
Apple Is Hemorrhaging Vice Presidents
Amid rumors that Tim Cook may leave soon, many of his direct reports are retiring or otherwise moving on.
Olivia Nuzzi to leave Vanity Fair amid troubled book rollout
The former New York Magazine journalist has been ostracized in Washington since her allegedly unethical dalliance with Robert F. Kennedy Jr.
Threats, dysfunction and flying: Why quitting is all the rage in DC
More and more lawmakers are opting to retire or even resign early from their jobs amid death threats, gridlock and myriad other reasons.
West Midlands people urged to 'shop local' and back small firms
Small Business Saturday celebrates local, independent traders amid hopes of a "lasting impact".
Vanity Fair and Olivia Nuzzi cut ties as RFK Jr. relationship drama continues to unfold
Vanity Fair and journalist Olivia Nuzzi are severing ties amid the continued fallout surrounding Nuzzi's relationship with RFK Jr.
ACC Championship Preview Part 2: UVA’s offense vs Duke’s defense
The ‘Hoos push their chips to the middle of the table on Saturday.
A Hospital Was Slated To Open in 2025. Amid a Legal Battle, It’s Still a Field of Dirt.
By Andrew Jones | KFF Health News Madison County, tucked in the mountains of western North Carolina, has no hospital and just three ambulances serving its roughly 22,000 people. The ambulances frequently travel back and forth to Mission Hospital in Asheville, the largest and most central hospital in ...
Pentagon announces another boat strike amid heightened scrutiny
Four killed in attack on boat in eastern Pacific as questions continue over earlier double strike
Goldman US equity chief on advice he'd give to young workers starting out: Figure out how you fit into the machine of the company
Goldman US equity chief advises young workers to focus on how their daily tasks contribute to business success amid AI and automation trends.
Premier League Team of the Week
It’s time for our Premier League Team of the Week after an entertaining round of midweek action, featuring players from Arsenal, Leeds United and Manchester City.Goalkeeper: Dean Henderson – Cryst...
Supreme Court hands Trump victory in fight over Texas congressional map
The decision marks the latest development in a battle between Republican and Democratic states that seek partisan advantage ahead of the 2026 midterms.
Supreme Court lets Texas use congressional map favored by Trump
Texas officials had asked the Supreme Court to revive the map, which was designed to help Trump's party keep control of Congress in midterm elections.
Supreme Court allows Texas to use Trump-backed congressional map in midterms
The Supreme Court on Thursday allowed Texas to use a congressional map that will boost President Donald Trump’s effort to keep Republicans in control of Congress, blocking a lower court decision that found the new boundaries were likely unconstitutional because they were drawn based on race.
Congress told there needs to be “consequences” for NASA delays amid China’s rise
“The Artemis III mission and those beyond should be canceled.”…
Speaker Johnson's ever-growing headaches: From the Politics Desk
Plus, Trump plans a visit to Pennsylvania amid growing economic concerns. And an exclusive interview with Vance.
Logan Health providers seek unionization amid staffing concerns
Nearly 60 primary care physicians, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants at Logan Health clinics in Northwestern Montana have filed a petition with the