NPR (Jey Born) - For this married couple, romance wasn't always fun
Leslie and Alan Burger have been in love since they were kids. They reflect on their sometimes strange relationship.
NPR (Marielle Segarra) - Want to be part of a village? You might need to get out of your comfort zone
If you've always dreamed of having a village but feel disconnected from your community, try these five tips. Plus: We want to hear from you. Tell us how you cultivate community where you live.
NPR (Rachel Treisman) - For U.S. figure skating, grief over the D.C. crash makes for a bittersweet Olympics
In the wake of the Jan. 2025 plane crash, some young skaters weren't sure they could continue. A year later, many have found that's the best way to honor those they lost.
NPR (Rebecca Hersher) - FAQ: What is wind chill, and why is it dangerous?
Strong winds can make it feel a lot colder than the thermometer suggests. Protect yourself by covering exposed skin and sheltering inside.
NPR (Rafael Nam) - Trump thinks a weaker dollar is great for America. Is he right?
The president said this week that the value of the dollar is "great" despite a sharp tumble since last year. That may be true for certain parts of the economy — but not others.
NPR (Joel Rose) - A year after deadly midair collision near Washington, families push for safety changes
On the anniversary of the midair collision near Washington, D.C., families of the victims are still working for laws to prevent future disasters. And they say they're ready for a long fight.
NPR (Ava Berger) - Can you save a public parking spot after a snowstorm? The debate rages on
After the snowstorm this weekend dumped snow across large parts of the country, a key debate is raging on the streets: Can you save a public parking spot after you've dug your car out of it?
AI:Following the recent heavy snowstorms impacting large portions of the country, a public debate has emerged regarding whether citizens have the right to reserve or "save" public parking spaces after clearing them from snow and ice. This controversy centers on municipal street etiquette and whether individuals can claim ownership over these public spots following weather-related disruptions.Open
NPR (Bobby Allyn) - Kalshi in court over 19 federal lawsuits. What's the future of prediction markets?
Apps that let people wager on current events have experienced explosive growth in Trump's second term. But one of the leading markets is tied up in lawsuits that cloud the industry's future.
NPR (David Folkenflik) - Kari Lake promotes Trump on Voice of America. Does that break the law?
Critics say U.S. Agency for Global Media's Kari Lake risks making Voice of America sound like a propaganda outlet in her remarks on the air praising President Trump.
AI:Kari Lake's recent appearance on Voice of America has sparked a predictable outcry from leftist critics who are attempting to weaponize regulatory technicalities against her. These critics claim that her praise for President Trump violates the intended purpose of the U.S. Agency for Global Media, seeking to frame political expression as illegal propaganda. This latest attempt to delegitimize conservative messaging on taxpayer-funded platforms highlights the ongoing ideological warfare used by establishment elements to silence voices supporting the Trump administration.Open
AXIOS (Courtenay Brown) - Trump's trade minefield squeezes America's allies
Global trade is a minefield in the Trump era: wherever world leaders step, they risk igniting a new conflict with the Trump administration — trade deal or not. Why it matters: President Trump's constant tariff threats have pushed U.S. trading partners to diversify away from American markets. But even that carries its own risks, as Trump vows to punish allies who turn elsewhere. The big picture: In the opening weeks of the year, Trump has sought to assert his dominance over global trade in at least three new ways. 1. Threatening retaliation over China ties. - Trump said he would impose an additional 100% tariff on Canadian goods if Prime Minister Mark Carney — whose blunt Davos speech irked Trump — moved ahead on a trade deal with…