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National

Court rules Alabama redistricting intentionally discriminates against Black voters

Debbie Elliott

A federal court says Alabama can't use a congressional map it found unconstitutional. The ruling comes in a voting rights case that resulted in the state getting a second Black member of Congress.
Politics

Trump's gutting of AmeriCorps hits hard, for both volunteers and communities

Jennifer Ludden

The Trump administration slashed funding for the national service agency and fired most of its staff. 32,000 people, mostly young adults, were forced to stop work immediately.
What should I sing? How to pick the perfect karaoke song

Zak Rosen

Malaka Gharib

It can be hard to pick a good karaoke song. You want it to be something you know well enough to pull off onstage, but also something you actually like. Here's how to narrow down your options.
Economy

Why Warren Buffett matters beyond Wall Street

Maria Aspan

The 94-year-old investor is retiring as Berkshire Hathaway's CEO. He's built both a fortune and a reputation as "the nicest billionaire" — at a time when many other billionaires are widely criticized.
Where does the ginseng in your tea come from? A new graphic memoir explains the trade

Andrew Limbong

Craig Thompson, author of the award-winning graphic memoir Blankets returns with its spiritual successor. It's a look at his childhood growing up on ginseng farms, and the intricate balance of the global ginseng trade.
Health

Casey Means, Trump's new pick for surgeon general, faces pushback

Will Stone

Casey Means, President Trump's new pick for U.S. surgeon general, faces questions about her medical qualifications. And despite RFK Jr.'s support, some in the MAHA movement are lobbying against her.