Science Jun 11 Why SpaceX is rocketing toward largest IPO in stock market history SpaceX, the rocket company founded by Elon Musk, will be going public and is expected to become the largest IPO in stock market history. Musk and the company are looking to raise roughly $75 billion. That would raise the company’s…
Nation Jun 09 Roger Bennett on what to expect at the World Cup The countdown is on to the start of the World Cup. The tournament is the biggest in the event's history, with 48 teams competing across the United States, Canada and Mexico. But organizers have faced criticism over ticket prices and…
Science Jun 03 Trump administration dismantles ambitious ocean monitoring program Scientists across the country are expressing alarm as the Trump administration dismantles another tool for understanding how the planet is changing. More than 900 deep-sea ocean sensors will be pulled out of the Pacific and Atlantic oceans near Washington, Oregon,…
Health Jun 01 Promising new treatment for pancreatic cancer doubles survival rates A medical breakthrough in the fight against pancreatic cancer is showing promising results after decades of research. The experimental drug, taken once a day, extends patients’ lives by slowing the progression of one of the deadliest cancers. Dr. Rachna Shroff,…
Politics May 15 Jerome Powell's impact and legacy at the Federal Reserve Jerome Powell’s eight-year role leading the Federal Reserve is over. His term will be remembered as one of the most turbulent and politically charged in the central bank’s history. William Brangham discussed Powell’s impact and legacy with Jason Furman.
Health May 11 What to know about the cruise ship hantavirus outbreak and the Americans facing quarantine The ship at the epicenter of the hantavirus outbreak has been evacuated, and 16 Americans have now been transported to a specialized quarantine unit in Nebraska. Two are at a similar unit in Atlanta. The virus has claimed the lives…
World May 07 Rubio attempts to mend relations with Pope Leo in Vatican meeting after Trump's criticisms Secretary of State Rubio on Thursday tried to smooth over another conflict sparked by the Iran war, this one with the pope. A meeting between Rubio and Pope Leo came after Trump repeatedly accused the pontiff of wanting Iran to…
Nation Apr 30 Rising fuel costs put budget airlines under pressure as Spirit faces bankruptcy As the war with Iran sends jet fuel prices soaring, several U.S. budget airlines are asking the federal government for a $2.5 billion lifeline. The appeal comes as Spirit Airlines faces potential bankruptcy and is negotiating separately for a $500…
Nation Apr 28 The mental health toll and lifelong consequences of gun violence in America Gun violence continues to impact communities across the country daily. Many don't make the news, but create lifelong consequences for victims, their families and even entire neighborhoods. The normalization of shootings has created a persistent public health crisis. William Brangham…
Nation Apr 21 Apple prepares for new era after Tim Cook Apple is entering a major transition after CEO Tim Cook announced he’s stepping down following 15 years at the helm of one of the world’s most influential tech companies. Cook will hand leadership to John Ternus, the company’s head of…