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Insurers are deploying private firefighters amid the Los Angeles wildfires. Are they an added bonus for all — or only for those who can afford them? (Image credit: Justin Sullivan) Read More

In a workshop in an infamous refugee camp in Beirut, Palestinian women practice an ancient art form — as a livelihood, and also as therapy. The designs come from a homeland most have never seen. (Image credit: Dalia Khamissy for NPR) Read More

Seven of the nearly 100 hostages held in Gaza are U.S. citizens, several of whom are confirmed dead. (Image credit: Hostages and Missing Families Forum) Read More

According to the survey, 26% of students ages 13-17 are using the artificial intelligence bot to help them with their assignments. (Image credit: EyeEm Mobile GmbH) Read More

Pop culture critic Glen Weldon says he can’t separate the art from the artist. But in light of the sexual abuse allegations against Gaiman, he will separate himself from the author’s future work. (Image credit: Monica Schipper) Read More

The air has improved in the LA region as firefighters get blazes under control, but there are questions about how safe the air actually is. (Image credit: Ryan Kellman) Read More

Food companies have two years to get red dye No. 3 out of their products. But other synthetic dyes have also raised concerns, because of behavioral issues in kids. Here’s what parents need to consider. (Image credit: AdShooter) Read More

We asked our readers to make a wish for 2025. If even one of these wishes comes true, the world will definitely be a better place! Read More