Stories by Ava Berger

Ava Berger

By Ava Berger

Do you say 'wash' or 'warsh?' Here's where the pronunciation comes from

Ava Berger | May 6, 2026, 9:00 AM UTC

Trump's nominee for the Federal Reserve chair, Kevin Warsh, has dominated headlines for weeks. For some, his surname is a reminder of a disappearing accent in South Midland America.

By Ava Berger

Like soap operas, 75 feet up: How bald eagle nest cams hook online communities

Ava Berger | Apr 29, 2026, 10:27 AM UTC

By Ava Berger

Yomif Kejelcha broke the 2-hour marathon but got 2nd place. He's still happy

Ava Berger | Apr 28, 2026, 11:23 PM UTC

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From the Himalayas to Newt Gingrich, the 'tree-huggers' prevail

Ava Berger | Apr 22, 2026, 9:00 AM UTC

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Popes have spoken out on politics before. But with Trump and Pope Leo it's different

Ava Berger | Apr 15, 2026, 7:58 PM UTC

Epstein survivors have mixed feelings on Melania Trump's call for hearing in Congress

The first lady made a public statement on Thursday saying she was not friends with Epstein, and calling for further action in Congress. Survivors of the late sex offender's abuse differ on her proposal.

Ava Berger, Jaclyn Diaz | Apr 10, 2026, 8:42 PM UTC

Melania Trump denies close ties to Jeffrey Epstein in rare public statement

The first lady made a rare public statement on Thursday saying she was not friends with the late sex offender. She also said Epstein did not introduce her to President Donald Trump.

Ava Berger | Apr 9, 2026, 9:05 PM UTC

Bill Gates will testify in the Epstein probe; Pam Bondi testimony postponed

Bill Gates will appear before the House Oversight Committee in June. The Department of Justice said Wednesday that former Attorney General Pam Bondi will not testify for now.

Ava Berger | Apr 8, 2026, 10:15 PM UTC

The Artemis II crew saw parts of the moon never seen before. Here's what they said

The astronauts on Artemis II observed parts of the moon humans had never seen before. Their findings provide a scientific baseline — and sense of wonder — for future missions.

Ava Berger | Apr 7, 2026, 9:20 PM UTC