Toxin may be factor in rise of colonrectal cancer in younger people, study finds
There has been a staggering rise in early onset colorectal cancer. Research published in the journal "Nature" on Wednesday suggests a bacterial toxin could be a contributor.
Former U.S. ambassador Dennis Ross discusses risks to ceasefire in Gaza
NPR asks Dennis Ross, a former U.S. ambassador and Middle East Special Envoy, about hostage release deadlines set by President Trump and Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu, as well as other risks to the Gaza ceasefire.
Trump and Musk appear together to defend the cost-cutting efforts of DOGE
Elon Musk defended the controversial cost-cutting methods of his Department of Government Efficiency group in an unusual conversation from the Oval Office while President Trump sat at his desk.
Vice President Vance lays out AI vision very different from Biden administration's
Vice President JD Vance laid out a vision for AI at the third AI Action Summit in Paris that is very different from the tack the Biden administration took, focusing less and less on safety.
Mpox outbreak in Africa at critical moment as U.S. halts aid, rebel violence erupts
Mpox continues to impact parts of Africa. And experts say the outbreak stands at a critical moment as the U.S. halts foreign assistance and rebel violence scramble efforts to control the virus.
Several states barring nonprofit network from sending free books to prisoners
Several states, including Missouri, Arkansas and Tennessee, have barred groups from sending free books to prisoners, citing fears of contraband. Advocates say that is not a cause for concern.
Top Trump administration officials visiting Europe this week
Top Trump administration officials are in Europe this week, with Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth attending his first NATO meeting and Secretary of State Marco Rubio in Paris to discuss Ukraine.
A major rainstorm is forecast for LA. What are possible consequences after the fires?
Forecasters say a major rainstorm is expected to hit Los Angeles this week. What consequences could that have in the wake of the LA fires? And what are local officials doing to prepare?
What it would take to send people to Mars
Proponents of going to Mars see peril and opportunity in Elon Musk's close relationship with Trump. Experts say just getting Americans back to the moon in the near future will be challenging enough.
DOJ says charges against NYC Mayor Adams undermined immigration crackdown efforts
A DOJ letter demanding dismissal of charges against NYC Mayor Eric Adams said the indictment undermined his ability to cooperate with Trump's immigration crackdown. Immigrant communities are worried.