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Connie Ballmer just donated $80 million to public radio, helping NPR navigate funding cuts while investing in its digital future. The gift shows how philanthropists are stepping up to support independent journalism when government funding disappears.
A federal judge ruled that cutting federal funding for NPR and PBS violates First Amendment protections against government retaliation for viewpoint. The decision affirms that the government cannot use funding decisions to punish news organizations for their coverage.
A Fordham University senior turned his fears about his grandmother's dementia into an award-winning podcast that helped his whole family start talking about the hardest topics. His audio letter just won NPR's College Podcast Challenge grand prize.
A federal judge ruled that cutting funding for NPR and PBS based on their viewpoint violates the First Amendment. The decision protects public broadcasters from government retaliation over their journalism.
Public radio received major donations including $80 million from philanthropist Connie Ballmer to strengthen independent journalism and reach more audiences online. The funding helps NPR adapt after recent federal budget reductions while supporting local stations nationwide.
Job seekers are sending hundreds of applications without hearing back, and new research shows it's not their fault. NPR and Slate experts reveal the "AI doom loop" making hiring harder despite decent unemployment numbers.
Bulgaria claimed its first-ever Eurovision Song Contest victory with Dara's infectious anthem "Bangaranga," beating 24 other nations in Vienna. The underdog win surprised fans worldwide as the bouncy track with its "Welcome to the riot!" refrain captured hearts and votes.
A green sea turtle named Nutella was rescued from Key Largo in December, tangled in fishing line and covered in tumors. After four months of intensive care including two surgeries and honey therapy, she returned to the ocean on Earth Day before a crowd of 200 cheering supporters.
After a suicidal thought nearly took his life, Pastor Michael A. Walrond Jr. chose therapy instead of silence. Now he's built Harlem's first faith-based mental health center to help others do the same.
A family-owned market in New Castle, Delaware, is turning their produce section into a stage for local Latin musicians. The "Mercadito Sessions" have gone viral, creating community and opportunities for indie artists.
A 2-year-old Czechoslovakian wolfdog named Nazgul wandered onto an Olympic cross-country ski course and sprinted across the finish line alongside athletes, delighting the crowd in Tesero, Italy. The furry Olympian missed his family and followed them to the event, creating a moment of pure joy at the Winter Games.
Confusing seed packet labels have stumped gardeners for years, but Master Gardener Jessica Damiano is changing that with simple explanations that help everyone grow successfully. As spring arrives, her expert guidance is empowering both new and experienced gardeners to start their best growing season yet.
Visiting museums, reading books, and attending concerts can extend your life by more than three years, according to breakthrough research from University College London. The study found that weekly arts engagement slows biological aging as effectively as regular exercise.
In 1994, soccer ranked 67th among America's favorite sports, behind tractor pulling. Thirty-two years later, a single World Cup tournament changed everything.
Forgetting yoga once and never doing it again? A Stanford researcher discovered why good habits vanish overnight and created a proven method to make them stick for good.
From bobsledders to ice dancers, these Olympic power couples are proving that chasing dreams together makes victory even sweeter. Eight Team USA couples are competing at the 2026 Winter Games while building their lives together.
A groundbreaking study involving 23,000 people reveals that taking five-minute movement breaks every half hour dramatically reduces fatigue, sharpens focus, and even boosts productivity. The best part? You don't need a gym membership or special equipment.
A former public housing building in Chicago's South Side just became the nation's first museum dedicated to the stories of public housing residents. It took 26 years of activism to preserve these stories after thousands of families were displaced.
Singer Amy Grant releases her first album in 13 years this May after recovering from a traumatic brain injury that left her unconscious for 10 minutes. The 10-track record transforms her hardest moments into hopeful music about resilience.
Mangrove trees are saving fishing communities in Cambodia while capturing massive amounts of carbon from our atmosphere. What started as a local solution to protect fish populations is now recognized as a powerful weapon against global warming.
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