Health Jan 21 Lead-contaminated applesauce pouches expose issues with food safety oversight The effects of an Oct. 2023 recall of applesauce pouches with high concentrations of lead are widening, raising questions about how food reaches store shelves, who watches over it and how far that oversight extends. Helena Bottemiller Evich, founder and…
Nation Jan 20 Travelers feel the pinch as major airlines cash in on added service fees What was once a budget airline tactic has now become common practice, as passengers face an increasing number of fees for services like checking a bag, picking a seat in advance or getting something to eat or drink. Worldwide, fees…
World Jan 14 Inside Afghanistan's worsening humanitarian disaster as aid funding falls short Since the Taliban reclaimed control of Afghanistan in 2021, the country has plummeted further into political and economic instability. Frequent natural disasters and shortfalls in donor funding make the dire situation one of the worst humanitarian crises in the world.
Science Jan 13 Why you may be eating and drinking more microplastics than you thought From takeout containers to water bottles, plastic seems unavoidable in our daily lives. Now, two new studies have found that we’re eating and drinking more plastic than we might have realized. George Leonard, a co-author of one of the studies…
World Jan 07 'This year is a nightmare': Gaza's children face starvation amid dire conditions Three months ago, Hamas attacked southern Israel, killing about 1,200 people and kidnapping roughly 240 more. Ever since, Israel has bombarded Gaza with the goal of eliminating Hamas. The United Nations estimates that as many as 40 percent of Palestinians…
Health Jan 07 Investigation raises new questions about Philips breathing devices after 2021 recall In 2021, a widely used breathing device manufactured by Philips was the subject of a safety recall. Now, new reporting shows that the replacement machines sent out to customers might also pose dangerous problems. Ali Rogin speaks with Debbie Cenziper,…
World Jan 06 The wider implications of Serbia's disputed election results and mass protests Serbia is a flashpoint in the European struggle between democracy and autocratic leaders, with Russia’s war in Ukraine heightening its importance. Now, the Balkan nation is being torn apart by protests accusing the government of authoritarian President Aleksandar Vučić, a…
Education Dec 30 What to know about Iowa's ban on school books, LGBTQ+ topics halted by a judge A federal judge in Iowa has temporarily blocked key parts of a state law that would ban books from school libraries if they depicted a “sex act.” The law also bars teachers from discussing gender identity and sexuality before seventh…
Arts Dec 30 Critics look back at 2023's epic year in music 2023 had it all when it came to music: record-breaking tours, unique songwriting and new artists on the rise. The Root’s senior writer Candace McDuffie and freelance music writer and critic Maura Johnston join Stephanie Sy to discuss the music…
Education Dec 17 Why changes are coming to FAFSA and how it will affect financial aid for college The road to college financial aid usually begins with the Free Application for Federal Student Aid, or FAFSA. After years of delays, a new version of the form will be released at the end of December. While it promises increased…