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A drone, just returned from a delivery, swings into the landing mechanism in Muhanga, Rwanda. The country's government has contracted with American robotics company Zipline to deliver emergency blood through drones since 2016.

They're a world leader in using drones for healthcare. But drones can't do it all

Drones carrying medical supplies constantly crisscross the skies of Rwanda. The Trump administration is giving a major grant to the effort — and at the same time cutting aid to the country.

A utility worker marks a spot where a suspected gas line is at a burned property during the Old Trails fire in Spokane, Washington, on Aug. 4.

Arson suspect makes first court appearance as Spokane wildfires rage on

Aaron Farinacci, a 37-year-old convicted felon, is accused of "knowingly and maliciously" causing the Old Trails Fire, the most destructive of the three blazes burning around Spokane, Washington.

The sneaky economics of healthwashing

Why food companies love labels like "organic" and "high protein," why our brains are misled by them — and how to avoid paying extra for marketing.

An attendee props up a sign with Democratic U.S. Senate candidate Abdul El-Sayed's slogan highlighting his progressive policy of Medicare for All on July 25 in Ferndale, Mich.

Primaries in the Midwest have become a high stakes proving ground for progressives

Democratic primary elections in Michigan, Wisconsin and Minnesota have made the Midwest a test case for whether progressive candidates can win in competitive states and what electability really means.

Festivalgoers cheer for The Hip Abduction at All Good Now festival in June at Merriweather Post Pavilion in Columbia, MD.

For Deadheads across the country, the music never stops

As soon as the weather warms up, fans of the Grateful Dead partake in an important summer tradition: gathering together to experience the band's music.

Construction workers stand at the site of Goldman Sachs' new campus in Dallas on March 3, 2026. The New York investment bank is supersizing its presence in the Texas city amid a financial boom. Local political leaders and the banking executives they've wooed are calling it "Y'all Street."

Why Texas is betting 'Y'all Street' can take on Wall Street

Dallas' financial industry is growing amid a larger Texas business boom. But can it really steal New York's crown?

OAK PARK, MICHIGAN - AUGUST 03: A man walks near an Abraham Lincoln mural outside of Lincoln Liquor & Wine on August 03, 2026 in Oak Park, Michigan. The highly contested Democratic Primary for U.S. Senate is bringing national attention to Michigan ahead of voting on August 4.

5 states have primary elections on Tuesday. These are the races to watch

From Michigan's Senate and governor primary to Missouri's 1st Congressional District, a number of key races in primary elections Tuesday could signal the future for Democrats and Republicans.

Ring video shows veteran Anna King being detained by National Guard troops.

A veteran was detained by the National Guard in her front yard. Now she's suing

Military veteran and D.C. resident Anna King has filed a $3 million lawsuit against the Idaho National Guard, saying three guard members assaulted her while detaining her in front of her home.

FILE - Nauru President David Adeang speaks at the opening ceremony of Boao Forum of Asia, in Boao in southern China's Hainan province on Thursday, March 28, 2024.

Nauru, the world's 3rd-smallest country, changes its name to Naoero

The Pacific Island country of Nauru has changed its name to the Republic of Naoero, its president said, matching the spelling and pronunciation in the national language.

Chad and Brad’s Hangover Brunch Party

One last rally before real life kicks back in. Join us for brunch, comfort food, and one final round of bad decisions. Let’s recover together and regret it all later. Visit: https://waterfrontbarandgrill.com/story Waterfront on Instagram

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