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Tips to lower your medical bill
by Marielle Segarra
Just because a medical bill arrives in the mail doesn't mean you have to pay that exact price. NPR's Life Kit has tips to eliminate, reduce or negotiate a medical bill.
Trump vows to crack down on crime in remarks at DOJ
by Tamara Keith
President Trump gave an address at the Justice Department, vowing a renewed Justice Department and aggressive law enforcement. He also talked about retribution.
From immigration to government spending, Hochul is picking her battles with Trump
by Jeongyoon Han
Gov. Kathy Hochul, D-N.Y., has tried to walk a fine political line in dealing with the Trump administration -- choosing her battles, with immigration possibly emerging as the big one to come.
Prominent right-wing figures mimic Musk's Nazi salute with no repercussions
by Lisa Hagen
Multiple people have given stiff-arm salutes after Elon Musk did it twice on Inauguration Day. Many claim it was a joke but extremism experts worry the once-taboo salute is getting normalized.
How the COVID lockdown affected how movies are made and seen
by Bob Mondello
Americans spent much of the COVID lockdown inside their homes streaming movies in isolation. Five years on it is clear that COVID left its mark on how movies were made and consumed.
What to know about Canada's new Prime Minister Mark Carney
by Jackie Northam
Canada has a new Prime Minister, as Mark Carney is sworn into office. He picks up the reins just as Canada is embroiled in a trade war with the U.S.
Understanding President Trump's tough approach on Ukraine
by Franco Ordoñez
Ukraine agreed to a U.S. proposal for a 30-day ceasefire, and President Trump says it's now up to Russia. This comes after a weeks-long pressure campaign from the White House.
'Grandpas United' creates volunteer opportunities for the benefit of young and old
Older men get a surprisingly large benefit from volunteering opportunities that they find meaningful. "Grandpas United" brings them into schools for life lessons that benefit both generations.
One of Trump's executive orders could affect the independence of the Federal Reserve
by Darian Woods
Trump signed an executive order to make sure agencies follow the president's priorities. But it only applies to the Federal Reserve's role in safeguarding the financial system, not monetary policy.
Germany is set to unlock billions for military, green investments and Ukraine support
by Esme Nicholson
Chancellor-in-waiting Friedrich Merz has struck a groundbreaking deal with the Green party. The agreement ends a tradition of fiscal austerity in order to rearm, help Ukraine and build infrastructure.
How the TV landscape may be changing during Trump's second term
by Eric Deggans
Amazon added the first season of The Apprentice to Prime Video. More seasons are on the way, along with a Prime Video documentary and docuseries on First Lady Melania Trump.
The dangers of measles can be severe and long lasting, doctors warn
by Maria Godoy
As the measles outbreak in Texas and New Mexico continues to grow, doctors say this is a good time to remember just how dangerous measles can be - even years after an infection.