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Social Security funds could run short by 2032, program's Trustees warn
A trust fund that helps to finance Social Security benefits is expected to run out of money in less than seven years — unless Congress acts to patch the system before that.
Scott Horsley | Jun 9, 2026, 4:53 PM UTC
More Americans survive cancer. But the psychological impacts can persist for years
Due to advancements in treatment and screening, more Americans are surviving cancer. But many are left with lingering mental health challenges like anxiety and depression.
Natalie Krebs | Jun 9, 2026, 9:00 AM UTC
The Supreme Court is in its final stretch this term. Here are the major cases left
The Supreme Court is heading into its crunch time, the part of the year when the justices are racing to finish decisions and dissents in the cases that remain undecided. Here's what's left.
Nina Totenberg | Jun 9, 2026, 9:00 AM UTC

GLP-1s appear to protect against cancer. Researchers are trying to figure out how
Recent studies suggest the weight loss and diabetes drugs may prevent cancer and slow its progression. While weight loss is known to curb cancer risks, GLP-1s may act on other brain and metabolic pathways to prevent cancer.
Yuki Noguchi | Jun 9, 2026, 9:00 AM UTC

Maine's Senate race and much more. Here are the primary contests to watch today
Republican incumbents are facing tough challenges in Maine and Nevada. In South Carolina, a crowded field of MAGA-devoted Republicans are facing off to be the next governor.
The NPR Network | Jun 9, 2026, 9:00 AM UTC

California's attorney general refutes Trump's baseless claim of election fraud
President Trump is casting doubt on the results of California's primaries, claiming there was voter fraud. NPR's Leila Fadel asks Attorney General Rob Bonta about the baseless claim.
Leila Fadel | Jun 9, 2026, 8:44 AM UTC

Knicks fans jeer Trump as Spurs take Game 3 in NBA Finals
Michel Martin speaks with sports journalist Albert Samaha about Game 3 of the NBA Finals and New York City's response to having President Trump in attendance.
Michel Martin, Margaux Bauerlein | Jun 9, 2026, 8:44 AM UTC

Conflicts are on the rise globally, at the highest level since WWII, data shows
Global conflicts surged to the highest number tallied by Uppsala Conflict Data Program. Fatalities were the highest on record since 1994, with approximately 244,600 people killed in conflict in 2025.
Kate Bartlett | Jun 9, 2026, 7:00 AM UTC

Sweden set to ban mobile phones in schools
Long championed as a leader in adopting digital technology, Sweden is set to ban mobile phones in schools beginning in the fall for the next academic year.
The Associated Press | Jun 9, 2026, 6:02 AM UTC

Trump vows to respond after Iran downed a U.S. Army helicopter near Strait of Hormuz
A drone boat rescued two Army aviators who were aboard the Apache attack helicopter when it went down near the Strait of Hormuz.
The Associated Press | Jun 9, 2026, 5:48 AM UTC



