What to know about Trump’s pick for education secretary, Linda McMahon, who faces her confirmation hearing today. And, Trump agrees to meet with Putin to kick off talks to end the war in Ukraine. (Image credit: Anna Moneymaker) Read More
Sen. Ted Cruz, R-Texas, says the National Science Foundation has given money to thousands of “woke DEI” studies. Researchers say that’s misrepresenting science and disparaging important research. (Image credit: Ron Jenkins) Read More
Several NATO allies stressed that Ukraine and Europe must not be cut out of any peace talks, as Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth denied that the U.S. is betraying Ukraine. (Image credit: Geert Vanden Wijngaert) Read More
Robert F. Kennedy, Jr. wins confirmation to be President Trump’s secretary of the Department of Health and Human Services. The vote was 52 to 48. (Image credit: Chen Mengtong) Read More
The move to close 500 stores comes after Joann declared bankruptcy for the second time in less than a year. The closures would leave it with far fewer stores than competitors Hobby Lobby and Michaels. (Image credit: Nam Y. Huh) Read More
Duo was fatally hit by a Tesla Cybertruck, the language-learning company announced this week. The snarky owl has been the face of Duolingo for over a decade. Why his sudden demise, and what’s next? (Image credit: NurPhoto) Read More
The motive is not clear but investigators say it “may be linked to a settling of scores”.Read More
Egypt and Qatar are “intensifying diplomatic efforts” as concern grows that fighting will resume.Read More
After going quiet on bird flu, CDC scientists have published a report on its spread among veterinarians. The findings suggest a need for better surveillance. (Image credit: U.S. Department of Agriculture) Read More
Navin Ramgoolam says the acceptance of a US presence shows he is willing to find common ground.Read More