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Researchers say the Trump administration is finding new ways to punish science
Researchers say the Trump administration is finding new ways to punish science
Even with federal grants largely restored, scientists say the Trump administration is still preventing those funds from reaching them. The consequences, they say, are already becoming clear.
Katia Riddle | May 21, 2026, 10:00 AM UTC
Spencer Pratt is 'winning the internet,' but can he become mayor of Los Angeles?
Spencer Pratt is 'winning the internet,' but can he become mayor of Los Angeles?
Pratt, a former reality TV star, is flooding social media with edgy humor, AI slop and combative rhetoric as a way of grabbing attention and winning the vote of the very online. It's a strategy some political experts see as the future of online campaigning.
Bobby Allyn | May 21, 2026, 9:00 AM UTC
TSA's new 'Gold+' program looks to increase private security screening at airports
TSA's new 'Gold+' program looks to increase private security screening at airports
The agency calls the program an update to the Screening Partnership Program, in which 20 U.S. airports currently use private security screeners rather than federal workers.
Bill Chappell | May 21, 2026, 9:00 AM UTC
Even as anxieties grow under Trump, these swing voters aren't ready to back Democrats
Even as anxieties grow under Trump, these swing voters aren't ready to back Democrats
Swing voters in North Carolina say they are frustrated with President Trump and the state of the economy but aren't ready to abandon him or his party as the midterms inch closer.
Ashley Lopez | May 21, 2026, 9:00 AM UTC
COVID is shaping Americans' reaction to Ebola and hantavirus
COVID is shaping Americans' reaction to Ebola and hantavirus
Some Americans seem to be extra-alarmed about Ebola and hantavirus in the wake of COVID-19. But public health experts say they don't expect another pandemic this time.
Ava Berger | May 21, 2026, 9:00 AM UTC
The U.S. Education Department fired thousands of workers. Now, it's on a hiring spree
The U.S. Education Department fired thousands of workers. Now, it's on a hiring spree
The Federal Student Aid office lost half its staff last year as part of Trump administration downsizing. Now, it's hiring hundreds of new workers.
Cory Turner | May 21, 2026, 9:00 AM UTC
A guide to converting your lawn into a wildlife friendly garden 
A guide to converting your lawn into a wildlife friendly garden 
Turning your grass into a garden isn't as complicated as you think, but it will take time and effort. This step-by-step guide breaks down the process, from killing your lawn to picking plants to grow.
Celia Llopis-Jepsen | May 21, 2026, 9:00 AM UTC
Police sue Trump as Jan. 6 rioters gloat over 'weaponization' fund
Police sue Trump as Jan. 6 rioters gloat over 'weaponization' fund
Two police officers who helped defend the U.S. Capitol during the Jan. 6 riot are suing to block anyone from receiving payouts from a new settlement fund.
Tom Dreisbach | May 21, 2026, 6:54 AM UTC
Ex-prosecutor charged with sending to herself report on Trump classified probe
Ex-prosecutor charged with sending to herself report on Trump classified probe
The former prosecutor faces federal charges over allegations that she sent a report on Jack Smith's investigation into President Trump's hoarding of classified documents to her personal email account.
The Associated Press | May 21, 2026, 6:39 AM UTC
Netanyahu scolds Israeli security minister for videos taunting flotilla activists
Netanyahu scolds Israeli security minister for videos taunting flotilla activists
Israel's national security minister triggered a backlash after releasing videos taunting detained flotilla activists who tried to breach the blockade of Gaza, telling them they should be imprisoned.
The Associated Press | May 21, 2026, 6:29 AM UTC
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