Trump’s social media video garners pushback from Arabs and Muslims in U.S. and Gaza
In a seemingly AI-generated video that the president posted on social media, images of destruction due to the war in Gaza are transformed into a glitzy resort called “TRUMP GAZA.”
Tablets for tots? Survey says kids watch videos on their own devices by age 2
A.I. is the other big change in the media landscape for kids and parents, the report from Common Sense Media finds.
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House Republicans pass budget framework advancing Trump agenda, the conflicting messaging over who’s in charge of some government decision-making, egg farmers say they’re losing the bird flu battle.
How Musk’s efforts to reduce the federal workforce compare to efforts in the 1990s
NPR speaks with the Brookings Institution’s Elaine Kamarck about her effort to reduce the size of the federal workforce during the 1990s and how it contrasts to Elon Musk’s efforts today.
How Musk’s efforts to reduce the federal workforce compare to efforts in the 1990s
NPR speaks with Brookings’ Elaine Kamarck about her 1990s effort to shrink the federal workforce and how it compares to Elon Musk’s approach today.
Federal board orders government to reinstate six workers fired by Trump
The Merit Systems Protection Board, the quasi-judicial agency that hears appeals in federal employee labor disputes, has ordered a stay in the firing of six probationary employees.
Huntsville, Ala., hopes President Trump delivers on Space Command
The city of Huntsville, Alabama has a lot to gain and possibly lose under the Trump administration. Known as the Rocket City, half of its GDP comes from the federal government.
Venezuelan men allege mistreatment while in detention in Guantánamo Bay
The men told NPR they were kept in the dark about why they were in Guantánamo Bay, and were denied access to an attorney or a phone call with loved ones.
Tell us your story about car insurance premiums
Car insurance premiums have been soaring. NPR wants to hear about what you’ve experienced in your premium costs, and why.
Rollback of diversity efforts leaves teachers wondering about effects on Black History Month
The Education Department’s efforts to keep racial diversity out of schools has left educators wondering how and when to teach students about Black history, especially during Black History Month.
Fabric giant Joann is going out of business and closing all of its 800 stores
The crafts retailer formerly known as Jo-Ann Fabrics had been struggling financially for several years following a DIY-driven uptick in sales during the early days of the pandemic.
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