Nation Feb 17 After Colbert says CBS blocked interview, FCC commissioner weighs in on 'equal time' Late-night host Stephen Colbert is going after his soon-to-be former network, saying CBS blocked him from airing an interview with James Talarico, a Texas Democrat running for the Senate. CBS says it did not prohibit the broadcast, but advised Colbert…
Nation Feb 11 What caused the sudden and confusing closure of El Paso's airspace Airspace over El Paso was temporarily shut down on Wednesday. The Trump administration blamed the issue on drug cartels flying drones, but multiple reports say the closure was triggered by the Pentagon testing a new anti-drone defense system without giving…
Politics Oct 27 What is the Insurrection Act? Here's what Trump has said about using it Experts told PBS News that worries about the Insurrection Act arise from legal uncertainty about how it can be applied.
Education Oct 02 Applying for college financial aid? Here's what's different about this year's FAFSA The updated FAFSA form launched last week — the earliest it’s been available in the program’s history, according to the Department of Education.
Health Sep 05 Why did the EU ban gel nail polish? 3 things to know Many people love gel nail polish for its durability and shiny gloss, but a new ban in Europe may have left mani-pedi devotees with some not-so-pretty concerns.
Science Aug 28 4 things to know about a new study on lithium and Alzheimer's disease A recent study from Harvard Medical School asks whether the element lithium might be a key factor in whether someone develops Alzheimer’s disease.
Politics Aug 13 How far-right activist Laura Loomer is shaping the Trump administration A right-wing political activist who has spread conspiracy theories and used hate speech has become a central figure in the hirings and firings of Trump staffers. Laura Loomer has successfully lobbied to remove aides in several key government roles, including…