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Trump asks the Supreme Court to block his sentencing in hush money case
President-elect Donald Trump has requested the U.S. Supreme Court to delay his January 10 sentencing in the New York hush-money case, following a rejection of a similar appeal by a… Read More »Trump asks the Supreme Court to block his sentencing in hush money case
The latest on the Southern California wildfires. And, Meta is ending fact-checking
Good morning. You’re reading the Up First newsletter. Subscribe here to get it delivered to your inbox, and listen to the Up First podcast for all the news you need to start your day.… Read More »The latest on the Southern California wildfires. And, Meta is ending fact-checking
After Helene’s floods, North Carolina tries to tame trauma’s lasting damage
The Bee Tree Christian Church and the Paez family’s home in Swannanoa, North Carolina, were severely affected by Hurricane Helene’s floodwaters in late September. Nearly three months later, the area… Read More »After Helene’s floods, North Carolina tries to tame trauma’s lasting damage
How did surviving cancer shape your life? We want to hear from you
The NPR article discusses the dual nature of modern cancer experiences: while medical advancements have significantly increased cancer survival rates, there is a concerning rise in cancer cases among younger… Read More »How did surviving cancer shape your life? We want to hear from you
Survival of the luckiest? New study hints at the potential role of luck in evolution
The article discusses an experiment conducted by evolutionary biologist Matthew Zipple and his team at Cornell University, which explores the role of luck and competition in the success of individuals… Read More »Survival of the luckiest? New study hints at the potential role of luck in evolution
Revealed: The tiny ear zapper which could help stroke patients regain use of their arms
By LUCY LAING Published: 20:35 EST, 6 January 2025 | Updated: 05:37 EST, 8 January 2025 Phil Herbert was working on his computer at home in November 2021 when his… Read More »Revealed: The tiny ear zapper which could help stroke patients regain use of their arms
‘Don’t be boring!’ How to cope with the social pressure to drink during Dry January
If your friends think you’re a party pooper for not drinking, ask yourself: “Do you really want to be friends with people who don’t like your company when you’re not… Read More »‘Don’t be boring!’ How to cope with the social pressure to drink during Dry January
As winter storms strike, airlines scramble to de-ice planes and keep them flying
A Southwest Airlines Boeing 737 is de-iced before takeoff at Salt Lake City International Airport on Feb. 22, 2023. The wings, fuselage and tail must be de-iced before it can… Read More »As winter storms strike, airlines scramble to de-ice planes and keep them flying
Winter illnesses return with a vengeance
Even as flu cases rise, it’s still not too late to get vaccinated. Nam Y. Huh/AP Nam Y. Huh/AP The winter holiday rituals are behind us. It’s cold and snowy… Read More »Winter illnesses return with a vengeance