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How reciprocal tariffs could affect you. And, Maryland man mistakenly deported

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Trump is expected to impose "reciprocal tariffs," which economists believe could be painful for U.S. consumers. And, the Trump administration says it mistakenly deported a man to El Salvador. (Image credit: Chris Kleponis/CNP)

Federal judge drops corruption case against New York City Mayor Eric Adams

500+by Ryan Lucas / 2h

Adams was scheduled to go on trial in April until new leadership at the Justice Department under the Trump administration ordered prosecutors in New York in February to drop the case, sparking a public outcry and resignations of prosecutors. (Image credit: Kyle Mazza)

Latest Alzheimer's lab tests focus on memory loss, not brain plaques

Accurate blood test diagnoses Alzheimer's

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500+by Jon Hamilton / 6h

New tests of blood and spinal fluid can identify people experiencing memory loss from Alzheimer's disease. (Image credit: Andrew Brookes)

Today

How do 'torpedo bats' work? We asked baseball physicists to explain

Yankees torpedo bat controversy escalates

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100+by Bill Chappell / 3h

They look like baseball bats morphing into bowling pins, their ends flaring into an aggressive bulge that suddenly tapers. So how do they work? (Image credit: Mike Stobe)

Yesterday

Today is Trump's 'Liberation Day.' What does that mean for tariffs?

Tariffs may burden American consumers

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500+by Danielle Kurtzleben / 7h

President Trump has been promising new "reciprocal tariffs" to punish other countries for their tariffs and trade barriers. Markets are nervous that a trade war could hike prices and hurt the economy. (Image credit: Saul Loeb)

Supreme Court to decide if states can strip Planned Parenthood of Medicaid funds

Supreme Court hears Planned Parenthood case

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500+by Nina Totenberg / 7h

At issue is whether a state, in this case, South Carolina, can remove Planned Parenthood clinics from its state Medicaid program, even though Medicaid funds cannot generally be used to fund abortions. (Image credit: Andrew Harnik)

States say Trump's continued freeze on much-needed FEMA aid violates a judge's order

500+by Chris Arnold / 7h

Twenty-two states say the Trump administration is illegally freezing money from the Federal Emergency Management Agency. The administration says the funding is just being "reviewed" and isn't frozen. (Image credit: Zayrha Rodriguez)

Here's what to do if you're caught driving in high winds, tornadoes or dust storms

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"Wind is unlike many other hazards because you really can't see it," says AAA's Bill Van Tassel. (Image credit: Josh Edelson)

It's been a wild rollout of Trump's tariffs. Here's how we got here

300+by Heidi Glenn / 7h

President Trump's tariff talk has been big — and also unpredictable. He's frequently made threats only to back off or shift deadlines. Here, a look at how the tariff agenda has rolled out. (Image credit: Geoff Robins)

The U.S. already has tariffs on a few sectors. It hasn't gone that great

300+by Scott Horsley / 7h

The U.S. has generally kept tariffs low, but a few domestic industries have long been protected by import taxes and other trade barriers. They offer clues about how Trump's new tariffs might work out. (Image credit: Jeff Kowalsky)

Judge orders White House to restore legal aid to unaccompanied migrant children

Judge orders legal aid restored

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A federal judge in California has ordered the Trump administration to temporarily restore legal aid to tens of thousands of migrant children who are in the United States without a parent or guardian. (Image credit: Eric Gay)

Val Kilmer, 'Top Gun' star with an intense approach, dies at 65

Val Kilmer dies at 65

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Val Kilmer died from pneumonia. He had recovered after a 2014 throat cancer diagnosis that required two tracheotomies. (Image credit: Mark Humphrey)

Danish prime minister heads to Greenland as Trump seeks control of the territory

Nielsen appointed Greenland prime minister

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500+by The Associated Press / 8h

Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen announced plans for her visit after U.S. Vice President JD Vance visited a U.S. air base in Greenland last week and accused Denmark of underinvesting in the territory. (Image credit: Evgeniy Maloletka)

Paraguay recalls ambassador to Brazil over espionage revelations

Paraguay summons Brazil ambassador over espionage

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Brazil's foreign ministry revealed that the administration of Jair Bolsonaro, the right-wing predecessor of current President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva, had conducted espionage against Paraguay. (Image credit: Chiang Ying-ying)

Trump and Musk's backing wasn't enough to flip Wisconsin Supreme Court

Wisconsin Supreme Court election heats up

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43Kby Anya van Wagtendonk / 13h

National Democrats sent in millions for the liberal's campaign while Trump endorsed — and Musk financed — the conservative's. Abortion, redistricting and Tesla could come before the court. (Image credit: Angela Major)

GOP retains two House seats in Florida, as Democrats claim 'historic' improvement

Republicans win special elections Florida

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1Kby Greg Allen / 13h

Republicans won special elections in two Florida Congressional districts. The margins of victory in the heavily-Republican districts were significantly narrower than in November. (Image credit: Joe Raedle)

HHS layoffs hit Meals on Wheels and other services for seniors and disabled

10Kby Joseph Shapiro / 16h

Staff that administer programs to help the elderly, disabled people and poor families with basic needs lost their jobs amid the Trump administration's layoffs. (Image credit: Amy Sancetta)

Say goodbye to chain crews: The NFL will use camera technology to measure 1st downs

NFL adopts Hawk-Eye for first downs

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500+by Becky Sullivan / 18h

Starting next season, a system of cameras will determine whether to award a first down rather than trot out a 10-yard chain. But humans will still decide where to spot the ball to begin with. (Image credit: Phelan M. Ebenhack)

China's Global Electric Vehicle Boom

by Carrie Kahn / 18h

Sales of electric vehicles worldwide have been growing and the largest manufacturer of EVs is China's BYD. Their global revenue was over $100 billion in 2024, beating Tesla. To keep up that growth and to try to stave off the pain of U.S. tariffs, BYD is expanding in emerging markets. One of the markets where their cars are selling big is Brazil, where BYD is investing nearly a billion dollars in

Why gold prices are surging to record highs

400+by Maria Aspan / 18h

Tariffs are roiling stock markets — but making gold hotter than ever. (Image credit: Christopher Furlong/Getty Images)

2 mothers bring the House to a halt over push to allow proxy voting for new parents

Proxy voting for new parents debated

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13Kby Deirdre Walsh / 19h

GOP leaders tried to block a bipartisan measure to allow proxy voting, but nine Republicans joined with Democrats to overcome it. (Image credit: Tom Williams/CQ-Roll Call, Inc via Getty Images; John McCreary/NHLI via Getty Images)

Top scientists warn that Trump policies are causing a 'climate of fear' in research

Scientists warn of Trump’s anti-science policies

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2Kby Scott Neuman / 19h

Some 2,000 scientists, including dozens of Nobel Prize winners, have signed an open letter warning that the U.S. lead in science is being "decimated" by the Trump administration's cuts to research. (Image credit: Michael M. Santiago)

Trump administration admits Maryland man sent to El Salvador prison by mistake

Leavitt disputes deported gang member claims

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5Kby Ximena Bustillo / 22h

This latest case, in which lawyers argue their client had no proven links to MS-13, adds to the growing judicial and public scrutiny about the deportations to El Salvador's notorious mega-prison. (Image credit: Handout)

Widespread firings start at federal health agencies including many in leadership

2Kby Rob Stein / 22h

Staffers began receiving termination notices this morning as part of a major restructuring at HHS. Some senior leadership are on their way out too. (Image credit: Kayla Bartkowski)

More billionaires than ever ranked in Forbes' annual list. Here are the top 10

India has 205 billionaires 2025

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4Kby A Martínez / 1d

There are now more than 3,000 billionaires in the world, according to Forbes ' annual ranking of the wealthiest people. They collectively hold about $16.1 trillion in wealth.

What kind of support is the U.S. offering in the wake of the Myanmar quake?

400+by Melody Schreiber / 1d

The White House and former USAID staff have differing views on the nature of the U.S. response to the earthquake that struck Myanmar and neighboring countries. (Image credit: Lillian Suwanrumpha)

Thyme for some healing soup recipes from around the world

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sopa de farigola Every culture has its own special soup. The belief is that a bowl will make you feel better if you're feeling under the weather, hung over or just in need of a pick-me-up. (Image credit: Matilde Gattoni for NPR)

Cory Booker's anti-Trump speech on the Senate floor has lasted 17 hours and counting

Booker begins marathon Senate speech

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99Kby Rachel Treisman / 1d

The New Jersey Democrat has been criticizing the Trump administration's policies on immigration, education, the economy and more since 7 p.m. Monday. Here's what to know about his marathon speech. (Image credit: Senate Television)

Caregiving can test you, body and soul. It can also unlock a new sense of self

1Kby Kat McGowan / 1d

Helping a sick family member over months or years can be an enormous strain. It can also disrupt your identity. Psychologists say embracing this change can open up new ways for caregivers to cope. (Image credit: Laura Bilson for NPR)

Crumbling trust in American institutions: A MAHA activist takes on Girl Scout cookies

500+by Greg Rosalsky / 1d

A controversial study raised the specter that Girl Scout cookies are unsafe. Authorities say they are safe, but the whole saga highlights a breakdown of trust in American institutions.

Local elections to watch today. And, concerns over Trump's 'Liberation Day' tariffs

500+by Brittney Melton / 1d

Florida Democrats believe they have a chance to pick up one of two congressional seats in the special election races. And, Trump is expected to announce new tariffs tomorrow, worrying investors. (Image credit: Robin Legrand)