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Autism rates have soared. This doctor says he knows part of the reason why
by Michael Levitt
NPR's Juana Summers speaks with Dr. Allen Frances, about his piece in the New York Times titled, "Autism Rates have Increased 60-Fold. I Played a Role in That."
Former Defense Secretary Ash Carter dies at age 68
by Tom Bowman
Former Defense Secretary Ash Carter died Monday at age 68. He was known for opening ground combat jobs to women and pushing the Pentagon to spend more money on technology.
Adidas cuts ties with Ye after he made anti-Semitic comments
Following pressure, Adidas cut ties with Ye, formerly known as Kanye West, after he made anti-Semitic comments.
People who use hair straightening chemicals have an increased risk of cancer
by Alana Wise
In October, the National Institutes of Health reported an increased risk of hormone-related cancers in people who use hair straightening chemicals, which are often Black women.
Two new research papers cast doubt on the new COVID booster
Biden received a new COVID booster as part of the administration's push to increase uptake, but two new research papers cast doubt on whether they are any better than the original vaccines.
A sailor was acquitted of setting a fire. Is it time for military justice reform?
by Steve Walsh
The Navy has lost its most high profile cases recently, including the arson case involving the USS Bonhomme Richard. Advocates say the verdict shows military justice is ripe for reform.
Moscow appeals court upholds Brittney Griner's 9-year sentence
A Moscow appeals court upheld American basketball player Brittney Griner's 9-year sentence on drug smuggling charges.
Progressive Democrats withdraw a letter urging Biden to be more proactive in Ukraine
Members of the congressional progressive caucus have withdrawn a letter urging President Biden to adjust his approach to the war in Ukraine.
Two American women top the latest Women's Tennis Association rankings
The latest rankings from the Women's Tennis Association are out. Two American women sit at the top of the top four rankings for the first time since Serena and Venus Williams did back in 2010.
Rising energy prices across Europe lead to protests in the Czech capital of Prague
by Rob Schmitz
Russia's war in Ukraine has led to rising energy prices across Europe, which in turn is leading to protests and rising tensions in many parts of the continent.
An Israeli raid on West Bank targeted a new Palestinian militia
An Israeli raid on West Bank targeted a new Palestinian militia.
Giorgia Meloni is Italy's first female prime minister
by Sylvia Poggioli
Giorgia Meloni was sworn in as Italy's first female prime minister. Her party's roots emerge from the ashes of Italy's fascist movement.
Rishi Sunak becomes the U.K.'s first prime minister of color
NPR's Ailsa Chang talks with SOAS, University of London Professor Avinash Paliwal, about the significance of Rishi Sunak becoming the U.K.'s first prime minister of color.