Nation Jan 28 Medical experts concerned USAID spending cuts could impact global health programs The uncertainty around the Trump Administration's sweeping funding freeze is also alarming many in the world of global health since it could affect key programs overseen by USAID. Geoff Bennett discussed the potential impact with Dr. Atul Gawande.
Nation Jan 23 How global business leaders are responding to Trump’s tariff threats Before an audience of world leaders and top business people, President Trump tried to convince them to invest in the U.S. by promising lower taxes and threatening tariffs if they don't. Geoff Bennett discussed the various messages and threats with…
Nation Jan 21 The potential impacts of Trump’s decision to withdraw from the World Health Organization As part of his blitz of executive orders, President Trump delivered on a promise to withdraw the United States from the World Health Organization. The Trump White House accuses the WHO of mishandling the COVID-19 pandemic and bias toward China.
Nation Jan 16 The clock is ticking on TikTok with potential ban coming this weekend The clock is ticking on a potential ban on TikTok. In April, Congress and President Biden gave the app’s Beijing-based parent company 270 days to find a new owner or face a shutdown. They argued that Chinese control of the…
World Jan 15 Los Angeles officials face tough questions about preparedness and firefighting strategy It’s been more than a week since two of the most destructive wildfires in California history broke out within hours of each other in Los Angeles. Both blazes remain active and uncontained, and Angelenos again held their breath while firefighters…
Nation Jan 13 Dangerous winds pick up as crews continue to battle devastating LA-area fires Dangerous wind conditions are picking up speed and threatening to spread devastating fires in Southern California. Four of the major fires have burned through more than 62 square miles. At least 25 people have died, nearly 30 more are missing…
Nation Jan 10 Warming climate created ‘perfect storm’ for catastrophic fires, NASA researcher says Prolonged drought and powerful Santa Ana winds set up extreme conditions that have fueled the devastating wildfires in the Los Angeles area. Those conditions were compounded by climate change. According to NOAA and NASA, the ten warmest years on record…
Health Jan 02 As weight loss drug demand soars, physician outlines effectiveness and potential downsides For weight loss drugs like Ozempic and Wegovy, 2024 was a big year. More patients are relying on them to manage their weight, treat diabetes, or prevent heart attacks and strokes. And while they are highly effective, they also come…
Nation Dec 26 Investigation reveals higher death toll at Native American boarding schools More than 3,000 Native American children died in the custody of the U.S. government after being forced to attend so-called Indian boarding schools, according to an investigation by The Washington Post. That is three times the number of lives lost…
Health Dec 24 New FDA rules aim to redefine what’s considered ‘healthy’ The Food and Drug Administration has issued new rules for food labels for the first time in three decades, an update the agency says will help empower consumers to make healthier choices in the grocery store. Lindsey Smith Taillie, a…