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A Stradivarius violin sells for $11.3 million at auction, falling short of record

The violin, made over 300 years ago by a legendary luthier, had been expected to sell for a higher price. The proceeds will go toward a scholarship program at the New England Conservatory.

It’s not all fur and games. Here’s how the Puppy Bowl works

The Puppy Bowl may look like lawless fun. But there are rules to the annual competition, now in its 21st year. Here's what to know as Team Ruff and Team Fluff hit the turf on Sunday.

What to know about presidents and security clearances

Both former President Joe Biden and President Trump have barred their predecessor access to classified information. But historically, it wasn't like that.

Here are 3 takeaways from Trump’s plans to name himself chairman of Kennedy Center

President Trump plans to fire several Board Members at Washington D.C.'s John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts and indicated that he's naming himself chairman. Here's why it matters.

Buffy Sainte-Marie stripped of prestigious Canadian honor

The Canadian government did not share its reasons for the decision, but it follows an investigation that shed doubt on the Oscar-winning singer's claims of Indigenous roots.

The American tailgate: Why strangers recreate their living rooms in a parking lot

There's nothing quite like a tailgate, where fans serve food to strangers who share the same passion. We went to a Philadelphia Eagles tailgate to learn what drives this uniquely American tradition.

NIH announces new funding policy that rattles medical researchers

The National Institutes of Health has dramatically changed its grant-making terms by limiting how much it will disperse for costs such as equipment and administration.

Russell Vought takes the helm at CFPB as Musk’s DOGE accesses key systems

Vought was an architect of Project 2025. He takes over at the consumer finance watchdog as Elon Musk's representatives gained access to the bureau's systems and accounts, including sensitive data.

Stress and uncertainty at Head Start and clinics as federal health funding system sputters

Many groups that rely on a federal payment portal started experiencing problems accessing funds last week. HHS says "technical issues" are to blame and lag times continue.

These researchers have found a scientifically perfect way to cook eggs

An Italian study published this week has found the way to cook a perfect egg — you'll just need to spend 32 minutes to make it happen.

Trump’s executive actions are getting challenged as ‘arbitrary.’ What does that mean?

At the center of legal challenges against Trump's executive actions is whether he's telling federal agencies to violate a key legal standard established nearly 80 years ago.

Trump supporters welcome the first steps in his immigration crackdown

President Trump kicked off his second term with a dramatic crackdown on immigration. Critics call those moves cruel and unnecessary. But many of Trump's supporters are applauding these early steps.

Linda McMahon led WWE and the SBA. The U.S. Education Dept. may be next

McMahon has a limited background in education, and a long career as a business executive. She'd be stepping into an agency the president hopes to dissolve.

Alabama seeks to follow Trump’s lead in defining male and female

Alabama and a small but growing number of other GOP-led states are pushing to enact more laws this year to legally define the two sexes based on observations of genitals at birth. Many trans advocates say the bills feel like an attempt to erase trans existence or a attempt to capitalize on prejudice for political gain.

3 Israeli hostages freed for Palestinian detainees and prisoners

The exchanges are part of a ceasefire agreement between Israel and Hamas.

Federal judge blocks DOGE from accessing sensitive US Treasury Department material

The case, filed in federal court in New York City, alleges the Trump administration allowed Musk's team access to the Treasury Department's central payment system in violation of federal law.

Trump plans to name himself chair of Kennedy Center, fire board members

The president announced Friday that he would remove multiple board members, including the Chairman, who do not share his vision for a "Golden Age in Arts and Culture."

How conspiracy theories about Politico led Trump to cancel subscriptions

Less than 24 hours after misleading claims started circulating that tied Politico to USAID, the White House vowed to end subscriptions for the insider news outlet's services and others.

Morale plummets at the CDC as staff fear job losses

Staff at the CDC are bracing for a significant reduction in the work force that appears to be targeting staff with the fewest worker protections.

Musk’s team takes control of key systems at Consumer Financial Protection Bureau

The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau is the latest target of Elon Musk's Department of Government Efficiency.

Trump says he is revoking Biden’s security clearances

Former presidents are historically given intelligence briefings after leaving office. But Trump said he was following precedent set by Biden four years ago, when Biden revoked Trump's access.

What’s Trump’s beef with South Africa?

Trump has accused South Africa of "human rights violations" and a land grab. The South African government has hit back.

Trump administration pauses $3 billion marked for electric vehicle charging stations

The Federal Highway Administration said the National Electric Vehicle Infrastructure (NEVI) program is under review. It was part of the Biden administration's clean energy push.

Judge pauses Trump order to put USAID employees on administrative leave

The case, brought by the American Foreign Service Association and the American Federation of Government Employees was intended to block the administration's efforts to dismantle USAID.

With the surge in sports betting, the risk of gambling addiction rises too

Mobile apps have put sportsbooks in the hands of millions, and experts are seeing a surge in betting — and higher risk of problem gambling. As the Super Bowl approaches, a recovering addict shares his story.

Chris Jones crying before kickoff? Kansas City Chiefs fans say that’s a good sign

During Chiefs games, defensive tackle Chris Jones is a six-foot-six, 310-pound wrecking ball. But he's become known for showing a softer side during performances of the national anthem.

Who is part of Elon Musk’s DOGE and what are they doing?

The scope of DOGE's work and the identities of the people carrying it out isn't fully clear — leaving agencies and government workers in chaos.

Trump says Japan’s Nippon Steel will now invest in U.S. Steel — not take it over

The president said Nippon Steel would invest in U.S. Steel rather than take over the storied American manufacturer. He also said DOGE would look for savings at the Pentagon and Education Department.

Rape crisis centers see funding delays amid Trump administration spending upheaval

Groups addressing sexual violence report not getting expected payments from grants that they depend on to keep running.

Federal election commissioner says Trump is trying to improperly remove her

Ellen Weintraub, a Democratic member of the Federal Election Commission, says President Trump is trying to improperly remove her from the post.

“Unprecedented”: White House moves to control science funding worry researchers

If the Trump administration continues targeting DEI in science and seeking to slash funding, American science will look fundamentally different.

Employers added fewer jobs in January — but the labor market overall remains healthy

U.S. employers added 143,000 jobs in January — a modest slowdown from the two previous months. The unemployment rate dipped to 4%.