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First LookMississippi, Missouri GOP: No popular votes on abortion accessFollowing the successful passage of referendums legalizing abortion in Republican states such as Ohio and Kansas, Republican legislators in Mississippi and Missouri are passing bills to prevent ballot measures that would legalize abortion.
Drone attack complicates US effort to contain Middle East conflictPresident Joe Biden pledged to retaliate after a deadly drone attack in Jordan. The next steps may shape how far the U.S. is drawn into a regional conflict involving Iran.
First LookLawmakers want to define antisemitism. But do they limit free speech?Lawmakers in more than six states are pushing for a legal definition of antisemitism. The definition would distinguish instances when criticism of Israel amounts to antisemitism, which some opponents see as a threat to free speech.
What Fani Willis controversy means for major lawsuit against TrumpA district attorney’s ties to a prosecutor she hired have sparked calls for her to step aside. The situation complicates a high-stakes lawsuit against Donald Trump in Georgia.
Student loans: How a new White House forgiveness plan worksThe Biden administration is forgiving the college debt of thousands of Americans, including nurses and firefighters. What does the latest plan entail?
Border talks on the rocks? Why Congress hasn’t found a fix.A number of factors aligned to make a border security deal in Congress seem possible. But opposition from former President Donald Trump may halt the momentum.
Donald Trump, the Supreme Court, and the 14th AmendmentDoes the 14th Amendment disqualify Donald Trump from running for president? It’s a key question facing the Supreme Court.
Trump’s wins underscore his strengths – and weaknessesDonald Trump’s win in New Hampshire confirms that he appears headed for the GOP nomination. But prospects for Mr. Trump’s in November are unclear.
First LookOregon bill aims to recriminalize drugs. Can it stem a rising crisis?Democratic lawmakers in Oregon are set to recriminalize possession of small amounts of drugs. The bill aims to avert deadly drug overdoses and incentivize convicted drug users to seek treatment.
Freeze puts heat on EV carmakers to improve batteriesAlready racing to make electric vehicles go farther on a single charge, auto companies now face the challenge of making EVs more winter-friendly. That means making batteries more resistant to the cold and expanding the public charging network.
First LookTrump and Biden win New Hampshire primariesPrimary wins by President Biden and former President Trump in New Hampshire move the nation a step closer to a general election rematch.
Oscars go global: Most international best picture lineup in historyFor the first time, two international films have been nominated for best picture. And every nominee for best documentary feature is international, another first.
AI in the classroom: Why some teachers are embracing itEducators are trying to balance concerns about artificial intelligence with how to prepare students for using it in the future. What does teaching look like when AI is part of the curriculum?
First LookIn the wake of tragedy, Lewiston business owners choose to rebuildA bowling alley and a pool hall were struck by Maine's deadliest-ever shooting Oct. 25. But rather than surrendering these community spaces to grief, their owners are adjusting to the possibility of something else – hope.
First LookWith a Biden voice deepfake, AI wades into NH voter suppressionA robocall impersonating President Biden urged voters to skip the New Hampshire primary and “save your votes for November.” Experts say AI deepfakes such as this one can blur the concept of truth, posing a deeper challenge to democracy.
Cover StoryGrowing like a weed: Taking stock 10 years after legalization beganTen years after individual states began legalizing marijuana, signs of a shift in perspective surface.
Since 2022 Trump has rebounded steadily. What happened?As New Hampshire votes, Donald Trump has a clear lead in polls. Yet back in 2022, his rebound looked far from certain. What explains the shift?
Supreme Court doesn’t take many death penalty cases. It took this one.Richard Glossip has had nine execution dates. He has eaten three last meals. He’s been reprieved from execution three times. The Supreme Court Monday agreed to hear his case.
New Hampshire ballot: A lot of candidates – but no Joe BidenTo vote for Biden on Tuesday, New Hampshire Democrats will have to write in his name, thanks to a dispute with the national party over the calendar.
First LookNothing but net: Tara VanDerveer is NCAA basketball’s winningest coachTara VanDerveer scored her 1,023rd victory as head coach of Stanford women’s basketball, surpassing Duke’s legendary men’s basketball coach Mike Krzyzewski. The victory launched her to status as the coach with the most wins in NCAA history.
