Science Apr 28 The sun is super active right now. Here's how it can affect electronics on Earth To most people, the sun is a steady, never-changing source of heat and light. But to scientists, it’s a dynamic star, constantly in flux, sending energy out into space. Experts say the sun is now in its most active period…
Economy Apr 27 What to know about the FTC's crackdown on noncompete agreements by employers The Federal Trade Commission estimates that about 1 in 5 American workers are restricted by so-called noncompete agreements with their employers. The agency voted this week to bar companies from using such clauses to keep employees from taking a new…
Politics Apr 25 Analyzing the Supreme Court hearing on Trump's presidential immunity claim The Supreme Court heard debate over one of its most consequential cases, whether a former president is immune from prosecution for actions taken while in office. Arguments were heard on an appeal brought by Donald Trump, who’s being prosecuted for…
World Apr 21 NATO head Stoltenberg on whether delayed U.S. aid can still make a difference in Ukraine Among the Western leaders welcoming Saturday’s House approval of Ukraine aid was NATO Secretary General Jens Stoltenberg, who called it a move that “makes us all safer, in Europe and North America.” Earlier, John Yang spoke with Stoltenberg from NATO…
Nation Apr 21 What's at stake in the upcoming Supreme Court case on laws limiting homelessness The Supreme Court is set to hear arguments Monday on whether laws limiting homelessness are unconstitutional because they punish people for being unhoused. The case is about laws in a small city in Oregon, but the outcome could reshape policies…
Nation Apr 20 Why the unionization of Tennessee Volkswagen workers is a big breakthrough for UAW Employees at Volkswagen’s plant in Chattanooga, Tennessee, have overwhelmingly voted to join the United Auto Workers union. It’s the first time workers at a foreign car maker’s plant in the American South have unionized, giving UAW a foothold in the…
World Apr 20 What's at stake for India and its allies as polls open in world's largest election In India, voting in the world’s largest election is underway for the next six weeks. Prime Minister Modi is heavily favored to win a third term, but his consolidation of power and crackdown on dissent have raised questions about his…
World Apr 14 Ukraine faces dire shortage of munitions and manpower as Russia ramps up offensive Ukraine has been at war with Russia for more than two years, and there are signs that this year could be pivotal. Ukrainian officials say they need more munitions and support as Russia appears to be gaining ground. Amna Nawaz…
Politics Apr 13 How Arizona's near-total abortion ban revival affects toss-up 2024 races The near-total abortion ban that the Arizona Supreme Court revived this week dates back to 1864, a time when Arizona wasn’t a state, slavery was legal and only white men could vote. Many GOP officeholders and candidates scrambled to distance…
Nation Apr 13 How Charlie Sifford broke the PGA's color barrier and changed the course of golf Charlie Sifford was the first Black player to get a PGA card, qualifying him for the professional golf tour. It came in 1961, a full decade after the color barrier had fallen in professional football, baseball and basketball. John Yang…