Amazon’s audio platform is expanding its nonfiction lineup by merging several well‑known investigative shows under one banner. The move follows the company’s recent reorganization of its Wondery division, which had previously hosted popular series such as “Dr. Death” and “Over My Dead Body. ” Now, t
A 26‑year‑old from Eugene was given a 12‑year, seven‑month prison term after he used a tire thumper to assault a gay man he met on a dating app. The judge noted that the defendant had planned the attack for weeks and appeared to be experiencing psychosis at the time. Because of those mental he
The local newspaper opened a fresh style of discussion last week, letting people ask questions face‑to‑face with county officials. The first session featured the district attorney, who is also chasing a governor’s seat. He talked about crime statistics and urged tougher penalties for young offenders
Climate change is worsening mental health problems worldwide. Researchers wanted to see if nature‑based activities could help people feel better when the planet warms. They gathered every study that looked at green spaces, gardening, or outdoor therapy and checked how many people benefited.
The Department of Homeland Security has been shut down for almost a month because lawmakers couldn’t agree on a budget or new rules for immigration officers. Kristi Noem, the DHS secretary, will speak to the Senate Judiciary Committee on Tuesday about how this pause hurts everyday people. For exa
The 2026 midterms start with Texas primaries that could change the Senate. Two key races happen in a state Democrats want to flip. Republicans fear that if Ken Paxton beats long‑time Senator John Cornyn, Democrats might win the seat in November. Paxton has already cost Republicans a lot of
The debate began when the secretary of homeland security said that two people shot by federal agents in Minneapolis were “domestic terrorists. ” She repeated the claim at a Senate hearing, insisting that it came from on‑scene agents. Senators from both parties asked why she would label victims of vi
A few years ago, a popular podcast noticed companies cutting corners on their products as costs rose. They coined “skimpflation” to describe this trend: lowering quality instead of raising prices. The term resurfaced when a famous candy brand released new mini‑heart sweets that disappointed fans. B
A popular American comedy show has recently drawn criticism after a segment that many viewers found offensive. The sketch, which was intended as humor, mocked a neurological condition in a way that many felt crossed the line into cruelty. The backlash highlighted how even short comedic moments can s
When the clocks move forward at 2 a. m. on Sunday, many people feel an immediate loss of one hour of sleep. Experts say this shift can affect health, especially if you already have trouble sleeping. A sleep specialist in Houston suggests a practical way to ease the change: move your bedtime ba
