Nation Jun 16 Anthropic disables new AI model after White House security directive The Trump administration forced Anthropic, one of the country’s leading artificial intelligence companies, to disable its new and powerful AI model, citing security concerns. It’s an unprecedented move that comes as the government struggles to define the guardrails for an…
World Jun 15 How Israelis are responding to Trump's Iran peace plan President Trump says the U.S. and Iran have reached an initial agreement to end the war, the first steps in a deal with the regime. That agreement appears to include a ceasefire in Israeli strikes. But that country’s defense minister…
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,…
Health May 28 How renaming PCOS to PMOS could improve care for millions of women There is a new name and understanding of a health condition affecting many women. Roughly 10% to 13% of women around the world are affected by a hormonal condition formerly known as PCOS. It's now called PMOS, or polyendocrine metabolic…
Science May 22 Carbon credit program pays small landowners to keep forests standing Markets to offset carbon emissions are now worth about $2 billion annually, and supporters say they're a key tool to address climate change. But carbon credits have also been criticized for being opaque and not reducing emissions nearly enough. Stephanie…
World May 12 Hegseth grilled over direction of Iran war and costs for Americans Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth testified in back-to-back Capitol Hill hearings where he faced bipartisan frustration about the Iran war and its rising costs. With neither the Americans nor the Iranians softening their demands, the President left for a high-stakes visit…
Nation May 08 Why FDA Commissioner Makary is on the ropes after months of turmoil Multiple outlets are reporting that Trump is set to fire Food and Drug Administration Commissioner Marty Makary. The news comes after a tumultuous tenure since his installment as FDA head last year. Stephanie Sy speaks with Liz Whyte, health policy…
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 May 06 The rise of anti-Muslim policies and rhetoric in Texas Candidates running for office in Texas primaries have made Muslims and what they call the “Islamification of Texas” the center of their campaigns. The state’s top Republicans have also passed legislation and made policies targeting Muslim organizations and developments. Stephanie…
Nation May 04 How the collapse of Spirit Airlines is impacting travelers and the wider aviation industry Spirit Airlines has officially shut down. The low-cost airline went out of business this weekend after 34 years. It’s left members of the flying public in a tricky bind and the larger industry with some serious questions. Stephanie Sy has…