Pete Hegseth, the Secretary of War, is making waves with a new policy that's got over 100 Pentagon reporters up in arms. They've handed in their press passes and cleared out their desks, refusing to sign a restrictive reporting policy. Hegseth seems to want the press to simply repeat what he says, r
Alaska is in a tough spot when it comes to health care. The state already has some of the highest health care costs in the country. Now, there's a big problem coming up. The extra help that makes health insurance affordable for many Alaskans is about to run out. This isn't just a problem for a few p
Jane Goodall's impact on the world was immense. She dedicated her life to understanding and protecting animals, especially chimpanzees. Her work showed us how much we have in common with them. She believed in treating all living beings with kindness and respect. Goodall's love for animals drove her
In a world where many see problems but few act, Rhonda Vesey stands out. She noticed a big issue in her neighborhood: no grocery store since 2018. This wasn't just inconvenient; it was a real struggle for those without cars or who couldn't walk far. Fresh, healthy food was hard to come by. Vesey di
Susan Stamberg was a game-changer for NPR. She didn't just report the news; she made it feel personal. Back in the early days of NPR, she was the voice that made people stop and wonder, "Who is that? " She wasn't your typical news anchor. She was lively, funny, and real. She made the news feel like
Portland is a small city with a big personality. It's known for its charming, historic downtown. But a new plan could change that. A 30-story tower is proposed for the heart of the city. Some think it's a great idea. Others? Not so much. The tower is supposed to have a hotel, condos, and a restaura
The Supreme Court is once again tackling a hot topic: religion and personal beliefs. This time, it's about whether a Christian counselor can help young people with gender identity issues. The case comes from Colorado, where a law bans so-called "conversion therapy" for minors. The counselor, Kaley
In Minnesota, leaders are taking a stand for science and public health. Governor Tim Walz and his wife recently got their COVID-19 and flu shots in public. This is a big deal because it shows they trust science and want to protect everyone's health. Meanwhile, some people still spread false informat
The West is going through a tough time. For a long time, people here believed that the future would always be better than the present. This idea was a big part of how societies in Europe and America saw themselves. But now, things are changing. Loss is becoming a big part of life. One of the bigges
Politics and medicine should not mix, but sometimes they do. A recent example is U. S. Rep. Nancy Mace's claim that Tylenol use during pregnancy is linked to autism. This claim is not backed by science. It is important to note that major medical groups, like the American College of Obstetricians and
