Horsegirl finds power in keeping things playful
Horsegirl's sophomore album, Phonetics On and On, is a compulsively replayable record full of arrestingly catchy, bare-bones songwriting and twee treasures.
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U.S. and Russia discuss ending Ukraine war, without Kyiv
The talks build on last week's phone call between President Trump and Russian leader Vladimir Putin during which the two leaders agreed to work together toward a negotiated end to the war.
NYC mayor could be removed from office. And, concerns over peace talks for Ukraine
New York Gov. Kathy Hochul signaled she may use her authority to remove New York City Mayor Eric Adams from office. And, high-stakes negotiations to end the war in Ukraine begin today.
An ancient Roman basilica has been discovered below London's financial district
The basilica, dating back some 1,900 years, was found during excavations that took place as part of the demolition of a building in the heart of London.
As sports betting has soared, more people search online for help with gambling addiction
A study shows more people are looking for help to manage gambling addiction, in the years after a Supreme Court decision allowed online sports betting in 38 states.
Is the Justice Department cutting breaks to people who seem loyal to Trump?
The department dropped a case against former Rep. Jeff Fortenberry, withdrew from an investigation against Rep. Andy Ogles, and moved to dismiss the case against New York Mayor Eric Adams.
How a uniquely human genetic tweak changed the voices of mice
A new study shows that giving mice the human version of a gene changes their squeak, suggesting some of the genetic underpinnings of language.
Can President Trump ignore Congress' spending laws? The debate over 'impoundment'
Since taking office, the Trump administration and DOGE have been seeking to unilaterally override the spending plans set by Congress. Can they do that under the U.S. Constitution?
The Battle of Iwo Jima began 80 years ago. Listen to recordings from the frontlines
The Library of Congress preserved recordings from Marine Corp combat correspondents at Iwo Jima that included interviews with soldiers, music and the sounds of war.
How Paramore's Hayley Williams helped her grandfather release his debut album
Paramore singer Hayley Williams' earliest memories of music are of hearing her grandfather's songs. She helped him, now 78, achieve a dream: releasing his debut album.