Health Apr 10 The potential impacts of the U.S. birth rate decline The U.S. fertility rate is at an all-time low, according to recent data from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Researchers say this is part of a larger downward trend. Since 2007, the number of Americans having babies has…
Health Apr 07 Estrogen patches face shortage as more women seek hormone therapy More women are seeking treatment for menopause and perimenopause, driving a shortage of estrogen patches, one of the most commonly used forms of hormone therapy. Manufacturers are struggling to keep up with demand, leaving many to manage a range of…
Science Apr 06 Artemis II crew breaks distance record on mission around far side of moon The four-astronaut crew of NASA’s Artemis II flew to the far side of the moon and set a record for the farthest distance from Earth traveled by any human. Monday's seven-hour lunar flyby was the most anticipated part of the…
Nation Mar 31 Communities rebrand César Chavez Day as abuse allegations taint his legacy Just two weeks ago, cities across the country were finalizing plans for celebrations of Cesar Chavez Day. Then an investigative report from The New York Times revealed allegations that Chavez sexually abused women and girls for years. Now, many cities…
Science Mar 26 How climate change has powered the heat wave blanketing much of the U.S. A massive heat dome has been spreading across much of the United States this month, with temperatures reaching historic highs. But it's not an isolated spike. In recent weeks, the country has grappled with a series of extreme weather events.
Economy Mar 24 Chicago Fed president breaks down economic risks of Iran war Oil prices are hovering near $100 a barrel and it's raising new questions for the Federal Reserve as it tries to navigate between high inflation and a cooling job market. Chair Jerome Powell said last week the central bank is…
Nation Mar 20 Long lines, frustrations grow at airports as DHS shutdown strains TSA staffing Airport delays tied to the partial government shutdown aren’t going away, and may be getting worse. Several major airports are seeing long security lines, flight delays and growing frustration among travelers. Some TSA workers are calling out sick, taking other…
Nation Mar 18 Investigation uncovers sexual abuse allegations against Cesar Chavez There are revelations and allegations of sexual abuse and rape of women and minors by the late Cesar Chavez. An investigation by The New York Times included the accounts of two women who allege Chavez abused them during his time…
Nation Mar 17 LA port chief on how the Iran war is impacting global trade As the war with Iran continues, businesses and shipping companies are growing increasingly concerned about potential disruptions to the global supply chain. So far, major ports in the U.S. are operating normally, but there are real questions about how long…
Nation Mar 12 Synagogue attack and Old Dominion shooting renew security concerns in U.S. Two violent attacks left communities in separate states on edge, with investigators searching for answers. In Michigan, a driver ran a truck into a synagogue, the latest incident involving the nation’s Jewish community. While in Virginia, the campus of Old…