Rescued D.C. Eagle Is Likely Celeb Birdie Grounded By Storm
The "stressed" bird has stabilized and officials believe it is one of those under constant "eagle cam" surveillance in southeast Washington, D.C.
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Without Medical Support, DIY Detox Often Fails
Treatment for opioid addiction can be expensive and difficult to coordinate. That might make some people tempted to think they can overcome the addiction on their own. This rarely works.
Chris Christie Closed New Jersey's State Beaches — And Then Went To The Beach
A government shutdown has shuttered state parks and beaches but photos showed the governor and his family enjoying the empty shoreline. "Run for governor, and you can have a residence there," he says.
Stephen Hawking: Trump Pushing Earth's Climate 'Over The Brink'
The renowned physicist and cosmologist says the U.S. pulling out of the Paris climate change accord could turn our planet into another Venus.
China Calls U.S. Destroyer In South China Sea A 'Provocation'
Beijing reportedly sent warships and fighter jets to intercept the USS Stethem near a region it claims near the Paracel Islands.
You're A Firework (Scientifically Speaking)
You have more in common with pyrotechnics than you might think. The same basic process that makes fireworks explode is happening inside your cells (in a slow-motion, controlled way) right now.
California's Near-Record Snowpack Is Melting Into Raging Rivers
After a decade of drought, high snow levels this year are melting and turning California rivers into hazards. At the Kern River, at least six people have died this year.
Americans Say Civility Has Worsened Under Trump; Trust In Institutions Down
Ahead of July Fourth celebrations, a new NPR/PBS NewsHour/Marist poll finds an overwhelming majority of Americans believe civility between the two parties has gotten worse since November 2016.
Pentagon Considers Canceling Program That Recruits Immigrant Soldiers
The deal the military made with thousands of noncitizen recruits with specialized skills: Sign up and we'll put you on the fast track to citizenship.
To Test Your Fake News Judgment, Play This Game
The journalist who thought up this game says she saw the need before "fake news" was even in the vernacular.