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Vanderbilt Health mourns passing of global icon Dolly Parton
Legendary songwriter, singer, actress, author, and businesswoman, Parton will be remembered for her lasting impact on the lives of millions through her support of everything from pediatric cancer care to infectious disease research at Vanderbilt Health.
Democratic states sue U.S. Postal Service over new mail ballot rule
It's the second lawsuit a coalition of Democratic states have filed against the Trump administration over proposed changes to voting by mail
Democratic states sue U.S. Postal Service over new mail ballot rule
It's the second lawsuit a coalition of Democratic states have filed against the Trump administration over proposed changes to voting by mail
Democratic states sue U.S. Postal Service over new mail ballot rule
It's the second lawsuit a coalition of Democratic states have filed against the Trump administration over proposed changes to voting by mail
Jim Furyk named lead analyst for USA Sports', Golf Channel's PGA Tour and men's major coverage
Jim Furyk was named Wednesday as lead analyst for USA Sports and Golf Channel’s PGA Tour and men’s major coverage.
Penn State Smeal welcomes 16 new faculty members
The Penn State Smeal College of Business welcomes 16 new faculty members for the 2026-27 academic year, bringing with them a wide depth of both academic and executive leadership experience.
College of Information Sciences and Technology welcomes six new faculty members
Six new faculty members recently joined the College of Information Sciences and Technology, representing the college's Department of Human-Centered Computing and Social Informatics, Department of Informatics and Intelligent Systems and Department of Privacy and Cybersecurity Informatics.
Hologic’s Business Tax Method Nixed by New Hampshire Justices
Hologic Inc. can’t use a subsidiary’s capital losses to offset another subsidiary’s capital gains for New Hampshire business tax purposes, the state high court ruled Wednesday.
In Texas Senate race, Talarico seeks depositions that could damage Paxton
Democrat James Talarico has leaned into Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton’s past legal scandals to try to win over moderate Republicans.
Class-action lawsuit claims UnityPoint Health shortchanged hourly workers
A potential class-action lawsuit filed on behalf of employees of UnityPoint Health alleges the hospital chain has violated wage-and-hour laws by rounding down workers’ actual hours.
Vanderbilt Health receives $3.4 million grant to advance breast cancer imaging
Vanderbilt Health has received a grant to support development of magnetic resonance (MR) cytometry as a new tool for breast cancer imaging.
After several hours with it, Elden Ring: Tarnished Edition plays much better than I'd expected on Switch 2, but it isn't without its flaws
The power of the Nintendo Switch 2 definitely knows its bounds, but that hasn't stopped Nintendo and co. from taking on this ambitious Elden Ring Switch 2 port.
Scottie Scheffler health update and why Si Woo Kim is paying for Remy's diapers
Scottie Scheffler didn’t reveal until the end of the BMW Championship that he was battling hand, foot and mouth disease, an illness that caused painful sores on his hands and throat.
‘Science fiction’: Five writers share what medical innovation excites them most
New technology is enabling major advances in medicine.
Ridley Scott isn't thinking about legacy. He's too busy
The director of 'Alien,' 'Blade Runner,' 'Gladiator' and the new postapocalyptic 'The Dog Stars' turns his eye toward AI, global warming and kindness.
15 L.A. comics you need to know now, according to club bookers
We've tapped the expertise of some of the city's most seasoned bookers from major comedy clubs to alt shows to bring us this list of 15 up-and-coming comics to watch.
In '9 to 5,' Dolly Parton became an unexpected feminist icon
There are a million and one reasons to love Dolly Parton but for women of a certain age, her role as Doralee in '9 to 5' tops the list.
Alley Bash connects Aspinwall business districts, draws crowd
Aspinwall officials and families celebrated a connection of the borough’s business districts. Alley Bash took place Aug. 20 with vendors, music and activities up and down the side street between Eastern and Brilliant avenues. More than 100 people participated in the event presented by the borough in collaboration with Aspinwall
Why the White House and a MAHA influencer are fighting on social media
Influential MAHA activists are channeling their anger over pesticides at Heidi Overton, a top aide the president picked to lead the FDA.
DOJ settles lawsuit with Medicare Advantage homecare company for $2M
Tennessee-based Monogram Health was accused of upcoding claims in violation of the False Claims Act. The company does not admit to wrongdoing.
Perez Hilton 'lucid' after mental health crisis, brother-in-law says
Perez Hilton's brother-in-law shared that the gossip blogger was in a “lucid” state and after receiving treatment for his physical injuries.
State sues Snapchat over alleged addictive features and adult content for kids
Pennsylvania is suing Snapchat parent Snap Inc. over allegations that the app encourages compulsive use among minors and misrepresents its safety and age-appropriate content
SoCal man with guillotine arrested near U.S. Supreme Court building
A San Diego County man who allegedly drove around with a guillotine in the back of his pickup truck has been arrested near the U.S. Supreme Court Building, authorities say.
SEC draws rule to stop NFL, NBA, WNBA players from returning
After the Big Ten passed a rule stopping players returning from the NFL from playing at its schools, the SEC followed suit, but took it further, adding basketball in announcing a policy forbidding members from rostering anyone from the NFL, NBA and WNBA.
Class-action lawsuit claims UnityPoint Health shortchanged hourly workers
A potential class-action lawsuit filed on behalf of UnityPoint Health workers alleges the hospital chain has violated wage-and-hour laws.
As states tighten oversight, private equity’s healthcare deals decline
New state oversight laws are pumping the brakes on private equity’s push into health care, according to new data. The number of private equity-involved healthcare deals has declined since last year, and the value of those deals in the first half of 2026 is lower than it was for the same time in 2025, according to […]
Health: The DRC Ebola Outbreak Is Spreading At A Rapid Pace. Why?
The current Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of the Congo is the deadliest in the country’s history.With over 2,500 deaths and more than 5,000 confirmed cases, it’s now the second largest ever worldwide. And it’s spreading at record speed. It’s even outpacing the West Africa outbreak that killed more than 11,000 people between 2014 and 2016.What do we know about why this outbreak is moving so quickly?Find more of our programs online. Listen to 1A sponsor-free by signing up for 1A+ at plus.npr.org/the1a.
AB 1776 would make things even harder for California small businesses
California small businesses need smart laws that help us make the most of today’s integrated digital tools and allow us to grow and compete — not radical policies that jeopardize our future.
Colorado lawmaker, House leaders named in workplace-retaliation lawsuit
A former legislative aide has filed a lawsuit alleging she was mistreated, illegally directed to perform campaign work and harmed by a House leadership structure she says was fragmented, politicized and ineffective at protecting employees. The lawsuit, filed by Jennifer Chick, names Littleton Democratic Rep. Sheila Lieder, House Speaker Julie McCluskie of Dillon and House […]
Penobscot Community Health Care needs $3M to avoid bankruptcy
Maine's largest federally qualified health center, Penobscot Community Health Care, faces a $3 million deficit that could force it into bankruptcy.
Veterans’ fundraiser draws Bruce Springsteen, Hasan Minhaj and Jon Stewart
Stand Up for Heroes will celebrate its 20th anniversary this fall in New York City with a performance by Bruce Springsteen and jokes by Hasan Minhaj and Jon Stewart. The
Cyclospora: 4 lessons from a massive outbreak
A top Michigan health official says states “simply cannot be the CDC.”
State Dept. to revoke tourist, business visas for those who claimed asylum
The move is expected to apply to those granted B1 and B2 visas between 2016 and 2026 who have since sought asylum.
Secret Service says it is aware of Iranian state media video threatening Barron Trump
The footage, reportedly released by media linked to Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps, claimed a $10 million bounty had been placed on the president’s youngest son.
Covington taproom announces closure after less than 2 years in business
Less than two years after opening, a Northern Kentucky taproom is closing its doors.
Simplifying Science: How Brianna Davis Nailed the Three-Minute Thesis
After winning the College of Life Sciences' 3MT competition and placing third at the university level, Brianna Davis shares her experience.
Historic Kenyan drought reshaped livelihoods, health and daily life
The historic drought in northern Kenya affected nearly every part of life for a pastoralist community, from health and food security to where people lived and how they made a living, including a shift toward fishing as an important source of food and income.
Penn State CTSI releases 5-year impact report
For many communities across Pennsylvania, persistent challenges in access to care, chronic disease burden and health equity remain significant hurdles. Over the past five years, Penn State Clinical and Translational Science Institute has worked to bridge this gap with scientific discoveries that don't just stay in the lab, but are translated into real-world, sustainable health solutions.
'Stamptown’s' Jack Tucker turns late-night clown carnage into Netflix special
Stamptown’s debut Netflix special out on Tuesday captures a chaotic mash-up of vaudeville, circus and clowning, filmed at Hollywood’s Montalbán Theatre during Netflix Is a Joke Fest.
Trump reminds voters that trade wars are also affecting prices
The threat of higher prices for gas, cars, hockey sticks and more gave fresh life to Democratic arguments that the president is destabilizing the economy.
Local business owners excited as Sturgeon Bay explores downtown entertainment district expansion
In Downtown Sturgeon Bay, neighbors can carry alcoholic beverages in some areas, which could be expanding soon and impacting local businesses.
Falk College adds applied nutrition track to Bachelor of Science major
SU's Falk College launched a new applied nutrition track to the bachelor of science and newly students to the major can enroll this fall.
Falk College adds nutrition track to Bachelor of Science major
SU's Falk College launched a new applied nutrition track to the bachelor of science and newly students to the major can enroll this fall.
Dethroned Miss North Carolina USA files defamation lawsuit against Miss USA pageant
Brittany Boltinhouse, who was stripped of her Miss North Carolina USA title just over a month after winning the pageant, is suing the Miss USA organization, claiming she was defamed as a ‘racist’ and a ‘homophobe.’
Entertainment scheduled for Fergus Falls Concert Association season
The acts are as varied as the entertainment in the upcoming season of the Fergus Falls Concert Association.
Alfalfa sprouts linked to food poisoning in 15 states, officials say
U.S. health officials say a food poisoning outbreak linked to alfalfa sprouts has sickened people in 15 states.
LMPD looking for PRP business robbery suspect, schools on heightened security
Police are looking for a suspect after a business was robbed in the Pleasure Ridge Park neighborhood on Monday.
Nevada sues Trump administration over Colorado River cuts
The state of Nevada on Monday filed a lawsuit against the Trump administration and Interior Secretary Doug Burgum, seeking to block the Colorado River management plan. On Friday, Burgum released a “record of decision” that would reduce water allocations to California, Nevada and Arizona, the Lower Basin states of the Colorado River. The record of […]
Penn State Altoona encourages college community to advocate for mental health
As a new academic year begins, Penn State Altoona encourages students, faculty and staff to become recognized as mental health advocates through Suspenders4Hope.
Once the Solar System's Ninth Planet, Pluto Was Reclassified 20 Years Ago. Here's Why Planetary Scientists and the Public Alike Love the Small Icy Body
Pluto is now the most well known of the outer worlds beyond Neptune—and the darling of the solar system
Postal Service issues new mail-in ballot rule
The U.S. Postal Service said the new rule won't take effect unless the injunctions in various lawsuits are resolved
Jeffries' reported meeting with Kushner about possible Trump cooperation draws left-wing backlash
House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries, a New York Democrat, met with President Donald Trump's son-in-law Jared Kushner, reports indicate.
'Bigger, better and impossible to miss.' This business transforms balloons into spectacular pieces.
IDAHO FALLS — A husband-and-wife duo is transforming events with impressive balloon artistry, and they are always willing to take on a creative challenge. Shasti and Ryan Ballard own BLOW IT UP! Parties based in Idaho Falls opened the business in 2018. Shasti makes custom balloon arches and garlands. Ryan twists balloons to create animals […]
NYC businesses sue Mamdani over city-run grocery stores
The Multicultural Business Coalition — which represents NYC grocers and bodegas — filed a lawsuit Monday over Mayor Mamdani's city-run supermarkets.
Immigrant grocers file lawsuit against NYC-owned grocery store plan
Immigrant grocers in Harlem, New York, file a lawsuit against the city's plan to open government-run grocery stores. Store manager Elvis Aria warns the untaxed competition could put family businesses like his out of business.
NYC business group sues over Mamdani’s city-owned supermarkets
Multicultural Business Coalition Chairman Frank Garcia discusses his group’s lawsuit challenging Zohran Mamdani’s NYC-owned supermarket proposal on ‘Varney & Co.’
THE WEEK OF AUG 24, 2026
- Duration of status lawsuit filed - White House outlines research security policy - Federal job protections to weaken in September
Top Mass. health official: Gender-affirming care for minors remains ‘legal’ and ‘available’
Massachusetts Commissioner for the Department of Public Health Dr. Robbie Goldstein addresses the state's protections for gender affirming care and weigh's in on the Trump Administration's latest vaccine order.
Massive fire destroys Santa Clarita business, threats neighboring buildings
A huge structure fire is threatening multiple businesses in Santa Clarita Monday morning.
Two good ideas from Republicans dead on arrival in Democratic Legislature
Memo to Democrats and independents: Just because an idea emanates from a Republican, doesn’t mean it necessarily stinks.
Local Business Group Sues Over NYC Mayor Mamdani’s Plan to Open Government-Owned Grocery Stores
The lawsuit argues that the mayor’s plan would introduce unfair competition to a struggling industry dealing with slim profit margins.
Big Apple targeted in lawsuit over Mamdani's government grocery store plans
New York City is facing a lawsuit challenging Mayor Zohran Mamdani's plan to open multiple government-tied grocery stores that offer discounted items.
Robert Saleh: Offense has to be better
The Titans scored 10 points in the fourth quarter to end Sunday night's preseason game against the Seahawks with a win, but head coach Robert Saleh said the team's early performance left something to be desired in a postgame press conference.
Will data centers be Oregon’s big political issue this fall?
The push to build more of them has brought the subject to the fore, sometimes in unexpected places.
Meet Colorado’s chunkiest alpine residents and pick your fave to support research during Fat Marmot Week
Rocky Mountain Biological Lab’s contest in Gothic is fun, but also an "absurd demonstration" of the precarious nature of science funding
The Petitti Paradox: Big Ten commissioner has built a career pushing convention
Tony Petitti has overseen unprecedented on-field success at the Big Ten, but the commissioner remains a somewhat mysterious figure to those outside the league.
California's post-production workers push for new industry incentive
California lawmakers are weighing AB 2319, a tax credit aimed at bringing film and TV post-production work — editing, sound, VFX, music — back to the state as jobs move overseas.
Fed up with high prices, California weighs penalties against hospitals, other entities
California is weighing stiff penalties for hospitals and other healthcare entities that don’t stay under state spending limits.
Price Transparency, Insulin Top Lawmakers’ Health To-Do Lists
Lawmakers are facing crunch time on healthcare priorities, with very few in-session days left in the year — and for some, their legislative careers.
High-intensity sprints can trigger molecular changes in the bloodstream
A new study finds that an all-out sprint may have unique benefits when it comes to the proteins and tiny molecules in your bloodstream.
‘I hate Americans’: Malaysian politician’s anti-US rant draws backlash
Former PM Mahathir Mohamad’s son Mukhriz defended his anti-US rant, claiming ordinary citizens share blame for Washington’s foreign policy.
How much has the U.S.’s wildlife changed since Lewis and Clark?
Ever wish you could have been part of the Lewis and Clark expedition? Us too. The Corps of Discovery came across scores of plants and animals that were new to Western science: Grizzly bears, ponderosa pines, a “barking squirrel” that William Clark would later call the prairie dog. A modern effort is underway to see how much the country’s wildlife has changed in the 220-some years since their journey. Host Nate Rott tags along with some scientists re-surveying a part of the expedition’s route in western Montana. And he wishes he was in better shape.Interested in more science in the news? Email us your question at shortwave@npr.org.Support public media with NPR+ and enjoy perks for over 25 podcasts like this one. This show’s perks include sponsor-free listening. Learn more at plus.npr.org.
Could politics put your city's funding at risk?
The Trump administration recently admitted to pulling grants over politics. This practice could become more common. How do cities use grant money, and how will they adapt?Fact checking by Sierra Juarez.Your Next Listen — How far can philanthropy go to fill government gaps?Connect with The Indicator — Sign up for The Indicator’s weekly newsletter! — Buy the Planet Money book — Find our socials, YouTube and more! — For sponsor-free episodes, subscribe to NPR+ Support public media with NPR+ and enjoy perks for over 25 podcasts like this one. This show’s perks include sponsor-free listening. Learn more at plus.npr.org.
Why ‘salt finger mixing’ draws Rutgers scientists to warming ocean
Studying how phytoplanktons are affected when two types of water meet, and what may happen to the marine food chain
BUSINESS PERSPECTIVES: BerkShares Business of the Month is Bistro Box in Great Barrington
Bistro Box co-owners/co-chefs Birdie and Nick Joseph kindly gave me some of their precious prep time to talk about local food, community, and their abiding love of New England seafood.
Three rescued belugas arrive at SeaWorld San Diego after 2,500-mile journey from Canada
Ever since Canada's Marineland shuttered in 2024, there has been a scramble to find homes for 30 beluga whales who were once kept there.
Raiders RB Ashton Jeanty diagnosed with sprained ankle
Raiders running back Ashton Jeanty needed help off the practice field on Sunday after injuring his right leg.
Christian McCaffrey says recent practice absences were planned as part of load management
Christian McCaffrey returned to practice on Sunday, his first time on the field with his teammates since Aug. 8.
Seahawks second-round S Bud Clark carted off with leg injury
Seahawks rookie safety Bud Clark was carted off with a right leg injury in Sunday night's preseason game against the Titans.
News | Government enlists business rates expert Jerry Schurder for pubs and hotels review
Review will feed into the 2029 rates revaluation
Bonnaroo's decision leaves Manchester business owner with memories and questions about what's next
Bonnaroo brought more than music to Manchester, Tennessee. A local cafe owner shares what the festival really meant to her community from packed grounds to local fundraisers and what she hopes comes next.
Jared Kushner recently met with Democratic leader Jeffries
House Democratic leader Hakeem Jeffries and President Trump’s son-in-law and advisor Jared Kushner recently met privately to discuss the prospect of cooperation should Democrats retake House control.
Ashton Jeanty exits Sunday's practice with apparent leg injury
Jeanty went down after diving to make a catch during the day's session.
Browns will waive Dae’Quan Wright, who has agreed to play for LSU
Browns tight end Dae’Quan Wright is poised to do something that once would have been unthinkable: Leave the NFL and go play in the NCAA.
Chargers place Tyler Biadasz on season-ending injured reserve
Chargers center Tyler Biadasz will not play at all this season.
Nonprofits are helping musicians pay for insurance in Austin, Texas, and beyond
A nonprofit and a local public health agency are subsidizing marketplace health insurance for Austin musicians , even as rising healthcare costs make the program more expensive.
Bipartisan bill would fund firefighter, EMS mental health programs
The proposal would provide $7.5 million annually for suicide prevention, peer support, counseling and other mental health resources
Bipartisan bill would fund firefighter, EMS mental health programs
The proposal would provide $7.5 million annually for suicide prevention, peer support, counseling and other mental health resources
'On the Record': WPBF 25 News political analysts recap 2026 Florida primary election, preview general election
WPBF 25 News political analysts Ron Klein and Jeff Atwater recap the 2026 Florida primary election and preview the general election in November.
Newcastle vs Liverpool live updates: Will Jaissle or Iraola find a stronger debut?
Follow live Newcastle United vs Liverpool updates from 2026 Premier League on August 23 including real-time highlights, scores, results, stats and table implications as they happen.
Becerra, running for governor of California, faces a health insurance problem
The nation's uninsured rate hit a historical low when Xavier Becerra was health secretary. Now he wants to be California's next governor as Trump's actions have driven people off health insurance.
Odell Beckham Jr. missed chance to make a touchdown catch
Receiver Odell Beckham Jr. had a chance to step conclusively away from the roster bubble on Saturday.
Rashawn Slater returns to Chargers practice
The Chargers got a key piece of their offensive line back at practice on Saturday.
As the Clancy case highlights postpartum psychosis, a mom stricken by it shares her story of hope
About two weeks after giving birth, Bridget Maria Chesterton was curled up on the bathroom floor, saying things that made little sense
Fifty years on the prep beat, Eric Sondheimer is a local legend
He's worked on messy sidelines and in crowded bleachers while juggling impossible deadlines to write about future Hall of Famers and unknown benchwarmers.
Why is AI going on a hacking spree?
AI models are finding software flaws, carrying out cyberattacks during security tests and reaching systems they weren't supposed to access. But does that mean AI is "going rogue"?
Manchester City vs Bournemouth live updates: Can new-look City get off to flying start?
Follow live Manchester City vs Bournemouth updates from 2026 Premier League on August 23 including real-time highlights, scores, results, stats and table implications as they happen.
Trump has long wanted to lose 15 pounds. Physicians wish he would.
Doctors say it’s worrying that the president has, according to his statements and those of aides, gained about 20 pounds since his campaign.
Will Trump interfere in the midterms? Democrats and their allies are preparing
Across California and the nation, Democratic leaders and voting rights advocates are ramping up coordination and gaming out responses to a raft of potential actions by the Trump administration to subvert the November vote or deny its outcome.