82nd Airborne Division Celebrates 100 Years
The 82nd's soldiers gained fame in major battles of the World Wars, and have become the nation's go-to troops for rapid deployments.
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Jeep: Why This American Icon Could Soon Be Part Of A Chinese Company
The Chinese company Great Wall Motor has expressed interest in acquiring the Jeep brand from Fiat Chrysler Automobiles. Sales of Jeep and other U.S. brands have been growing in China.
For New England Farmers Looking To Make Ends Meet, The Sun Provides A Harvest
Farmers in New England are renting parts of their land to solar energy developers, allowing the farmers to earn some much-needed extra money. But not everyone is happy about the trend.
Could Offering Spy Secrets To State Officials Help Safeguard Future Elections?
Congress could arrange for state elections officials to view high-level secrets about potential threats to their elections. First, they need security clearances.
Convenience Store In Massachusetts Sells Winning Powerball Ticket
Mavis Wanczyk, 53, says she's leaving her job at a medical center after racking up the largest prize won by a lottery ticket in U.S. history: $758.7 million. She called the lottery "a pipe dream."
Florida Lawmakers To Review Law Targeting Injured Undocumented Workers
Employers and insurers were using the statute to deny workers' comp benefits, an NPR and ProPublica investigation found. Republican state Sen. Anitere Flores is now calling for action.
'Environmental Nightmare' After Thousands Of Atlantic Salmon Escape Fish Farm
Officials blame the failure of a pen near Washington's Cypress Island on high tides caused by the eclipse, but that is being questioned. Fishing boats are scrambling to catch as many as possible.
Celebrating Intellectual Engagement On College Campuses
Sending your child off to college? It's important to appreciate what happens after move-in day — especially now, as there is a growing hostility to higher ed, says anthropologist Barbara J. King.
YouTube Stars Stress Out, Just Like The Rest Of Us
Young YouTube stars work hard to look authentic and accessible, and they can make millions of dollars doing it. But the pressure to appear perfect while living online can sometimes be too much.
What You Should Know About The New Summer SAT
For the first time since the 1970s, the SAT will be offered in the summer. As students get ready to sit for the test this Saturday, we ask: What does this new date mean for students?