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Families of killed men file first U.S. federal lawsuit over drug boat strikes

Tue, 01/27/2026 - 09:03

The case filed in Massachusetts is the first lawsuit over the strikes to land in a U.S. federal court since the Trump administration launched a campaign to target vessels off the coast of Venezuela.

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Has sports betting become part of your daily routine? Tell us about it

Tue, 01/27/2026 - 08:05

It's never been easier to bet on sports. And polls show the majority of American men are involved in sports betting. To learn more, we want to hear from you about your betting experiences.

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A kids' guide to phone-free fun, from the author of 'The Anxious Generation'

Tue, 01/27/2026 - 08:00
The Anxious Generation made the case that smartphones and social media had "rewired" kids' brains. His new book, The Amazing Generation, is a collaboration with science journalist Catherine Price and graphic novelist Cynthia Yuan Cheng.'/>

Jonathan Haidt's 2024 book made the case that screen time had "rewired" kids' brains. The Amazing Generation is a collab with science journalist Catherine Price and graphic novelist Cynthia Yuan Cheng.

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India and the EU clinch the 'mother of all deals' in a historic trade agreement

Tue, 01/27/2026 - 07:11

India and the European Union have reached a free trade agreement, at a time when Washington targets them both with steep import tariffs, pushing major economies to seek alternate partnerships.

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After rocky start, Bari Weiss to cut staff, add commentators at CBS News

Tue, 01/27/2026 - 06:52
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CBS News Editor-in-Chief Bari Weiss came in with a mandate to reshape coverage. She is set to announce plans for newsroom cuts and the hiring of many new commentators.

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Trump sends border czar to Minnesota. And, trial over social media addiction begins

Tue, 01/27/2026 - 06:31

Border czar Tom Homan heads to Minnesota to replace Greg Bovino amid the immigration crackdown backlash. And a trial starts today to decide whether social media firms knowingly harm young users.

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GLP-1 drugs don't work for everyone. But personalized obesity care in the future might

Tue, 01/27/2026 - 06:00

As doctors learn why GLP-1s don't work for about 50% of people, they are also learning more about the complex drivers of obesity. They foresee a future of personalized obesity medicine similar to the way cancer is treated now.

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Minneapolis killings put a focus on use of body cameras

Tue, 01/27/2026 - 04:00

Federal immigration enforcement authorities are facing scrutiny and criticism over their tactics, including the lack of body-worn cameras, following the killing of two U.S. citizens in Minneapolis.

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Trump to hold de facto midterm kickoff in Iowa focused on the economy, energy prices

Tue, 01/27/2026 - 04:00

President Trump's rally in Iowa on Tuesday brings his message to a state disproportionately affected by his economic policies and whose voters could help determine control of Congress.

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Trump heads to Iowa hoping to refocus attention from shootings to the economy

Tue, 01/27/2026 - 04:00

More Republicans are calling for an investigation after a second U.S. citizen was shot by a federal agent in Minneapolis.

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Reporter's Notebook: Living and reporting from Minneapolis in crisis

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In Minneapolis, disruption has become part of daily life for nearly everyone, including for NPR reporter Meg Anderson. Many residents are living in fear and uncertainty.

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In China, AI is no longer optional for some kids. It's part of the curriculum

Tue, 01/27/2026 - 04:00

While debate rages in the U.S. about the merits and risks of AI in schools, it's become a state-mandated part of the curriculum in China, as the authorities try to create a pool of AI-savvy professionals.

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Meta, TikTok and YouTube are on trial over whether their apps hurt children

Tue, 01/27/2026 - 04:00

A trial kicking off in a Los Angeles courtroom marks the first time a jury will hear claims that social media companies knowingly hook young users and cause harm.

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Airlines have been making their safety videos more entertaining, but do they work?

Tue, 01/27/2026 - 03:44

Over the last decade, more airlines have made goofy safety videos to keep passengers' attention. But do they really work?

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At least 6,126 people killed in Iran's crackdown on nationwide protests, activists say

Tue, 01/27/2026 - 00:49

Iran's bloody crackdown on nationwide protests killed at least 6,126 people while many others still are feared dead, activists said Tuesday, as a U.S. aircraft carrier group arrived in the Mideast to lead any American military response to the crisis.

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NATO chief wishes 'good luck' to those who think Europe can defend itself without US help

Tue, 01/27/2026 - 00:32

NATO Secretary-General Mark Rutte insisted Monday that Europe is incapable of defending itself without U.S. military support and would have to more than double current military spending targets to be able to do so.

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TikTok investigating why some users can't write "Epstein" in messages

Tue, 01/27/2026 - 00:30

The issue around the word "Epstein" comes as users experience outages and functionality problems since the popular video app was recently sold to a group of mostly U.S. investors, including Trump ally Larry Ellison.

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Border Patrol has a history of excessive force. Critics say they're out of their depth

Mon, 01/26/2026 - 16:29

People who study the Border Patrol say it continues to be less well prepared than big city police for handling crowds and situations involving protesters, some of whom are legally armed.

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U.S. sled racer Uhlaender says she was unfairly denied sixth Olympic bid

Mon, 01/26/2026 - 16:04

Five-time U.S. Olympian Katie Uhlaender says a point-manipulation scheme blocked her bid to compete in Milan Cortina. U.S. sports officials are backing her bid for a special berth at the Winter Games.

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GOP lawyer Chris Madel ends bid for Minnesota governor, calls ICE effort a 'disaster'

Mon, 01/26/2026 - 15:43

Chris Madel — a Republican candidate for governor of Minnesota — has dropped out of the state's gubernatorial race, saying he no longer supports the immigration crackdown taking place in Minneapolis.

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