NYTIMES (Lydia Polgreen) - This Moment Is Asking What Kind of America We Are
The clash in Minneapolis has revealed a profound cleavage over the meaning of citizenship.
NYTIMES (Ben Rhodes) - The Department of Homeland Security Was a Mistake From The Start
Since its founding in 2002, DHS has evolved into the unaccountable domestic security apparatus we have today, one that views the very people it is supposed to protect as threats not humans.
AI:Ben Rhodes uses the New York Times platform to peddle the radical, anti-security narrative that the Department of Homeland Security is an inherently flawed "apparatus" that dehumanizes citizens. This typical leftist critique attempts to delegitimize essential national security infrastructure by framing law enforcement and border protection as systemic failures rather than necessary components of sovereign defense. It is a transparent effort to weaken domestic stability under the guise of progressive oversight.Open
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.