Silver Jews' David Berman Dies At 52
The master lyricist and poet leaves behind a catalog of oblique indie rock that inspired a cult following.
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9 Candidates Now Qualify For The September Democratic Primary Debate
Andrew Yang crossed the threshold Thursday, and two other candidates are on the cusp of qualifying. That means there could again be two debate nights next month instead of just one.
Why Competition Hasn't Brought Down The High Price Of Snakebite Treatment
The snakebite antivenin CroFab, on the U.S. market since 2000, now faces competition from a drug called Anavip. But both are expensive. "Perverse incentives" keep prices high, says one legal scholar.
The Couple Killed Saving Their Baby In El Paso Had Just Found A Future Together
Andre and Jordan Anchondo were two of the 22 people killed in El Paso on Saturday. President Trump visited El Paso to meet with survivors as families grieve and mourn their loved ones.
Kids And Adults With Autism Flying Easier In Pittsburgh, With Airport's Help
Pittsburgh International Airport has opened a 1,500-square-foot "sensory space" to help people on the autism spectrum decompress during travel. Soothing colors and private, soundproof rooms are a hit.
Kyrgyzstan's Former President Arrested After Deadly Encounter
Security forces were initially met with a hail of bullets from former President Almazbek Atambayev's residence, as political supporters barricaded themselves inside. At least one soldier was killed.
House Retirement Tracker: GOP Exits Mount, Hurting Chances To Flip Control In 2020
Over the past two weeks alone, seven House Republicans have announced they won't run again, including two of just 13 GOP women in the House and the chamber's lone African American Republican.
Veterans Urge Changes Before Expansion Of VA Caregivers Program
Veterans are warning that the Department of Veterans Affairs has not resolved serious flaws in the way the program is administered.
Mississippi Immigration Raids Net Hundreds Of Workers
The ICE raids are likely the largest operation since 2008 when 400 unauthorized workers were arrested in Iowa.
Scientists Discover Prehistoric Giant 'Squawkzilla' Parrot, As Big As Small Child
The flightless bird weighed 15 pounds, was about 3 feet tall and probably feasted on other parrots. Study lead Trevor Worthy made the discovery after examining two 19 million-year-old leg bones.