Nation Sep 24 How Puerto Ricans are coping in the wake of Hurricane Fiona Puerto Ricans continue to struggle in the aftermath of Hurricane Fiona. Widespread power outages, washed out roads and homes toppled by flooding have left residents frustrated and scared. We hear from people on different sides of the island and Associated…
Science Aug 28 Trees across the U.S. face dire threats, new report shows A new report out this week warns that at least 1 in 9 tree species in the U.S. are at risk of extinction. Trees face a host of threats including invasive species, deadly disease and climate change. The data comes…
World Aug 28 Droughts reveal forgotten histories around the world From a submerged town in Spain to the foundations of an ancient temple in China, the global drought is uncovering artifacts and locations once lost. Nazi warships, still laden with explosives, have emerged from the Danube, and several sets of…
Education Aug 21 Students face anxieties during return to in-person school While most schools across the country returned to in-person instruction last year, many families opted to stick with virtual learning or switched to homeschooling. And for them, the start of this new school year brings a range of new anxieties.
Science Aug 07 Viral ‘shrimp raves’ raise awareness of an endangered species In the sea of videos on TikTok today, dance crazes and cute animals are unavoidable on the video-sharing app. But below the surface — underwater to be more precise — are some special, critically endangered crustaceans who have unintentionally hopped…
Health Jul 31 Early America’s complicated history with abortion access The Supreme Court decision overturning Roe v. Wade relied heavily on the argument that, in Justice Samuel Alito’s words, “a right to abortion is not deeply rooted in the nation’s history and traditions.” Paul Solman takes a look at that…
Politics Jul 23 Pete Buttigieg discusses travel woes, supply chains, infrastructure and LGBTQ rights Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg is being asked to help solve several major challenges, from a supply chain crisis to a summer of flight delays and cancellations. The former presidential candidate and mayor of South Bend, Indiana, also has the task…
Science Jul 17 Europe and China endure extreme weather from heat and floods As fires rage across Europe and floods inundate China, scientists caution extreme weather events are likely to happen more often across the globe due to climate change.
Arts Jul 02 U.S. soccer legend Briana Scurry opens up about the highs and lows of her career Soccer trailblazer Briana Scurry is telling her story in a new memoir, "My Greatest Save,” sharing the highs of Olympic gold medals and World Cup wins and the lows like the on-field collision that ended her career. Geoff Bennett recently…
Health Jun 28 Illinois clinics ramp up aid for women seeking abortions across state lines In the days since the Supreme Court’s ruling overturning Roe v. Wade, one state after another has outlawed abortion. Illinois is one of the few states in the middle of the country where people can legally access abortion care. In…