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Arts Dec 11

6 best video games of 2025, according to this expert

It’s been a big year for video games, from couch co-ops to grand, story-driven blockbusters.

Education Dec 10

What the end of a Biden-era student loan program means for borrowers

The Trump administration has reached a joint settlement with seven states that will effectively shut down a key Biden-era student loan relief program. But what about the roughly 7 million people currently enrolled in it? Danielle Douglas-Gabriel, The Washington Post’s…

World Dec 09

U.S. plans to sell advanced AI chips to China amid economic and security concerns

In a move with major implications for national security and the race to dominate artificial intelligence, President Trump announced Monday that he will allow Nvidia to sell its H200 computer chip — an advanced chip used for developing A.I. —…

Nation Dec 08

Trump proposes $12 billion in aid to farmers after 'exceptionally difficult year'

President Trump announced a $12 billion relief plan for American farmers on Monday. It’s aimed at supporting an industry hit by lower sales, higher expenses and the president’s tariff policy. Patrick Thomas of The Wall Street Journal, joins William Brangham…

Arts Dec 05

What Netflix's deal to buy Warner Bros. means for one of Hollywood's oldest studios

Netflix has struck a nearly $83 billion deal to acquire Warner Bros. and HBO Max, beating out Paramount and Comcast after a bidding war. If finalized, it would unite the world’s largest streamer with one of Hollywood’s oldest studios. The…

Arts Nov 24

Documentary 'Thoughts and Prayers' explores industry built around school security

A new documentary on HBO Max looks at how gun violence has led to lockdown drills in schools becoming a universal part of childhood in America. Those drills and the creation of active shooter preparedness products, now a $3 billion…

Nation Nov 20

Trump considers order to override state regulations on artificial intelligence

The Trump White House is reportedly drafting an executive order that would override state regulations on artificial intelligence. The order would establish a task force inside the Justice Department to sue, and potentially withhold federal funding from, states that pass…

Nation Nov 07

How the shutdown is impacting families who rely on SNAP benefits

The Trump administration battled in court over an order to start paying food aid immediately. For a deeper look into the impact of the shutdown on families who rely on SNAP benefits, Aman Nawaz spoke with Eric Mitchell, president of…

Nation Nov 06

Travelers brace for major disruptions as FAA cuts air traffic amid shutdown

The FAA laid out a plan to cut as much as 10% percent of flights operating out of 40 major airports. Airlines already pre-emptively cancelled hundreds of flights in response. The Trump administration said the move was triggered by the…

Politics Oct 31

Government shutdown threatens critical funding for Head Start programs

As the government shutdown continues, several key programs are at risk. One of them is Head Start, the federal program that provides early childhood education, health and food support for low-income families. William Brangham discussed the potential impacts with Tommy…

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