Nation Mar 07 How a cyberattack crippled the U.S. health care system A cyberattack on a little-known health care company in February has caused major trouble and serious financial consequences for hospitals, doctors and patients around the United States. Stephanie Sy spoke with Dan Diamond, who has been covering the story for…
Nation Mar 06 Beleaguered Texas residents struggle to recover from historic wildfires Firefighters are making some progress against Texas wildfires as they try to contain them. But the damage there is causing concerns among residents over the cost of rebuilding. Stephanie Sy has reports on the long road ahead in the recovery…
Nation Feb 23 The dangers of parents sharing their children’s lives on social media A new investigation looks at the disturbing world of so-called "kidfluencers" and the moms who run their accounts. One in three preteens say being an influencer is a career goal, but the reality poses serious risks to underage girls. Stephanie…
Nation Feb 21 How an Alabama Supreme Court ruling that frozen embryos are children impacts IVF A decision from the Alabama Supreme Court has alarmed doctors, patients and reproductive rights advocates. The court ruled that frozen embryos, created through in vitro fertilization, are legally children and thus protected. The designation of personhood could have significant repercussions…
Nation Feb 13 ‘Momfluencers’ urged to stop showing kids on social media to protect their privacy On social media platforms, so-called "momfluencers" share parenting tips, tribulations and candid moments raising their children. Given its focus on kids, it raises questions about privacy, consent and who benefits financially. Some states are responding with new laws. Stephanie Sy…
Nation Feb 10 The unique challenges of dating and finding love while living with disabilities With Valentine’s Day around the corner, love is on many people’s minds. For people with disabilities or chronic illnesses, navigating the dating world can come with many challenges. Stephanie Sy reports.
Nation Feb 08 Half of American renters pay more than 30% of income on housing, study shows Rental prices are unaffordable for a record number of Americans with half of all renters paying more than 30 percent of their income on rent and utilities, according to Harvard’s Joint Center for Housing Studies. Stephanie Sy reached out to…
Arts Feb 04 New Grammy category highlights the global appeal of African music From samba to hip hop to reggae, so much of the music we enjoy has African roots. Tonight, for the first time, the Grammy Awards is recognizing music produced in Africa with a category of its own. Stephanie Sy reports…
Nation Jan 31 Panama Canal drought causes global disruptions An extreme drought in Panama is forcing authorities to substantially scale back shipping through the Panama Canal, one of the world’s key shipping channels. This comes at a time when traffic through the Suez Canal has been significantly disrupted. Ilya…
Politics Jan 30 With calls for a ceasefire, protesters pressure city councils for U.S. action in Gaza As Hamas weighs a new proposal for a temporary truce in Gaza, protesters in the U.S. calling for a ceasefire have disrupted everything from commutes in New York City to a parade in Los Angeles. In cities across the country,…