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2026 Senate races to watch: From most likely to flip to Democratic long shots
Democrats could have a narrow path to winning the Senate, with these specific states on the table.
AI music is flooding streaming platforms. But listeners like it less and less
Music fans are becoming increasingly uncomfortable with AI songs, according to a recent study.
Trends still go from the runway to retail. A lot has changed in how they get there
In 2006, an infamous scene from The Devil Wears Prada schooled viewers on how fashion trends make their way from the runway to the clearance bin. 20 years later, what's changed?
Spirit Airlines ceases operations after escalating financial struggles
The low-cost carrier, which had been struggling for years, announced it will cease operations. Spirit had been seeking a $500 million lifeline from the White House, but talks failed to yield a deal.
Air Force says former Qatari 747 will be ready to fly as Air Force One this summer
The U.S. Air Force has finished modifying and testing a Boeing 747 jet donated by Qatar for temporary use as Air Force One and expects to have it ready for President Trump to use this summer.
Wyoming celebrates ‘nuclear renaissance’ as feds approve license for a new reactor
Construction of an advanced nuclear power plant partly funded by the U.S. government is now underway in Wyoming. The Bill Gates-backed company says its technology is proven but there are still hurdles to nuclear.
Court restricts abortion access across the US by blocking the mailing of mifepristone
A federal appeals court has restricted access to one of the most common means of abortion in the U.S. by blocking the mailing of mifepristone.
Kneecap is used to controversy. On new album ‘Fenian,’ they’re leaning further in
NPR's Juana Summers talks with Mo Chara and Móglaí Bap of the Irish hip-hop trio Kneecap about their new album Fenian .
Several states — and the LA public schools — are setting limits on screen time
Four states have recently passed legislation to limit teaching and assessments via screens for students. So has the United States' second-largest school district.
The expert on ‘super aging’ breaks down the science — and grift — in anti-aging
From peptides and protein to sleep hygiene and vaccines, what actually helps you age well? Physician Eric Topol breaks down the science — and the myths — of longevity and anti-aging.
Former Surgeon General Jerome Adams on Trump’s new pick for the role
NPR's Steve Inskeep speaks with former Surgeon General Dr. Jerome Adams about President Trump's latest nominee for the role, Dr. Nicole Saphier.
A tech worker in China is laid off and replaced by AI. Is it legal?
A tech worker in eastern China's Hangzhou city was dismissed after his job was replaced by AI. An appeals court in the city has ruled the dismissal unlawful.