‘The Black Family Who Built America’ chronicles the McKissacks’ design legacy
For centuries, Black Americans’ significant contributions to architecture and design have often been overlooked. A new book chronicles the indelible mark one family has left on American construction since the mid-1800s. Ali Rogin speaks with Cheryl McKissack Daniel, author of “The Black Family Who Built America: The McKissacks, Two CenturiesContinue Reading
French political crisis threatens country’s influence over the EU
France’s political paralysis is shaking the EU: chronic instability and unpopular budget cuts weaken Paris’ influence just as Italy under Meloni gains ground, pushing for key EU roles and shaping the bloc’s future while France struggles at home.Continue Reading
Norway votes in closely fought election with wealth tax in focus
Weeks of coalition negotiations are expected after the announcement of official results on Tuesday.Continue Reading
The Whimbrel and the Wind Turbines: Capable of Coexistence?
The Nature Conservancy and the College of William and Mary are researching potential conflicts with Dominion Energy’s offshore wind project. By Charles Paullin QUINBY, Va.—There’s the whimbrel. It’s a large brown and tan shorebird with long legs and a curved beak it uses to dig into the sand and mudContinue Reading
Sabrina Carpenter Sets the VMAs Ablaze With Wet Performance That Celebrates Trans Rights
Sabrina Carpenter is no stranger to the MTV Video Music Awards stage, but this year’s performance felt like a victory lap and a rally cry rolled into one. The Grammy winner tore through a her new single “Tears,” turning the stage into something equal parts spectacle and protest. Her backgroundContinue Reading
Another New Hampshire man gets a pig kidney as transplant trials are poised to start
A self-described science nerd is the latest American to get an experimental pig kidney transplant, Read MoreContinue Reading
Debate rages over alleged HHS report linking Tylenol to autism | Morning in America
Dr. Omer Awan, a Forbes public health senior contributor, joins “Morning in America” to comment on the growing discussion over Tylenol’s impact on pregnant women and autism diagnoses in their babies. A Wall Street Journal report said Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. would release a reportContinue Reading
Could AI soon replace 99% of workers? | Morning in America
Michelle Calarco, founder of M Co, weighs in on recent reports regarding the future of artificial intelligence in America’s workforce. Calarco told “Morning in America” she warns against companies becoming too reliant on AI: “Replacing human expertise here can really backfire.” #AI #Tech #Workforce Start your day with “Morning inContinue Reading
Police in Nepal open fire on protesters outside parliament, killing 10
KATHMANDU, Nepal (AP) — Police in Kathmandu opened fire Monday on protesters demonstrating against a government ban on social media, killing at least 10 and wounding dozens more. Six people died at the Bir Hospital in Kathmandu, the Kantipur newspaper said, quoting doctors. Two died at the Civil Hospital andContinue Reading
IAEA chief notes progress in Iran talks over nuclear site inspections
Head of the United Nations nuclear watchdog, Rafael Grossi, says he hopes for a ‘successful conclusion’ in talks., Head of the United Nations nuclear watchdog, Rafael Grossi, says he hopes for a ‘successful conclusion’ in the coming days. Talks on resuming International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) inspections of Iran’s nuclearContinue Reading
London Underground at standstill as workers begin week of strikes
RMT, the UK’s largest transport union, is demanding better pay and shorter working hours., RMT, the UK’s largest transport union, is demanding better pay and shorter working hours. Members of the United Kingdom’s largest transport union have gone on strike in London, bringing the city’s underground train system to aContinue Reading
Slick New MPD Client Euphonica is Now Available on Flathub
If you’ve been itching to try out the fancy-looking MPD client Euphonica, you’ll be pleased to hear it’s now available to install from Flathub. Euphonica is written in Rust and uses a GTK4/libadwaita UI. It’s still in beta (thus not stable) yet feels solid enough in day-to-day use. Plus, development isContinue Reading
Don’t look now, but there’s an AI-generated Italian teacup on your child’s phone. What does it mean?
In the first half of 2025, she racked up over 55 million views on TikTok and 4 million likes, mostly from tweens glued to their cellphones. Not bad for an AI-generated cartoon ballerina with a cappuccino teacup for a head. Her name is Ballerina Cappuccina. Her smiling, girlish face isContinue Reading