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U.S. population growth is slowing. The immigration crackdown is a major factor

Wed, 01/07/2026 - 14:23

Congressional forecasters have lowered their projection for U.S. population growth over the next decade by 7 million people as a result of the Trump administration's immigration crackdown as well as falling birth rates.

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Nick Reiner's attorney removes himself from case

Wed, 01/07/2026 - 14:18
Spinal Tap II: The End Continues on Tuesday, Sept. 9, 2025, in Los Angeles.'/>

Defense attorney Alan Jackson said that circumstances beyond his and Reiner's control made it "impossible" to continue representation.

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Béla Fleck cancels Kennedy Center appearance, says it's become 'charged and political'

Wed, 01/07/2026 - 13:34

The 18-time Grammy Award winner is the latest musician to cancel an show at the Kennedy Center. Béla Fleck says he cannot currently perform there because it "has become charged and political."

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One year into an uneven recovery, L.A.'s fire survivors mark a somber milestone

Wed, 01/07/2026 - 13:21

The recovery from last year's deadly wildfires in Los Angeles has been slow and uneven for a lot of reasons, with survivors struggling to navigate a complex patchwork of systems to rebuild.

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How large is Greenland, really? Your map may be deceiving you

Wed, 01/07/2026 - 13:01

Talk of annexation has Greenland in the news again. But due to quirks of cartography, some common maps show the territory much larger than it is.

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RFK Jr.'s new food pyramid puts meat, cheese and vegetables at the top

Wed, 01/07/2026 - 12:29

Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. has announced new dietary guidelines for Americans focused on promoting whole foods, healthy proteins and fats. And he's 'declared war' on sugar.

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Rubio and Hegseth brief lawmakers on "three fold process" for Venezuela

Wed, 01/07/2026 - 12:11

Secretary of State Marco Rubio and Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth briefed lawmakers Wednesday on a three-fold process for Venezuela's future.

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'American Reich' author details a national surge in bigotry and white supremacy

Wed, 01/07/2026 - 11:31

Journalist Eric Lichtblau says President Trump's incendiary rhetoric has stoked a "new age of hate." His book centers on a murder committed by a young neo-Nazi in Orange County, Calif.

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It's not just oil: How else Wall Street might benefit from Trump's Venezuela actions

Wed, 01/07/2026 - 11:23

Oil companies and their shareholders may benefit from President Trump's military action in Venezuela — but it also could benefit many other U.S. investors.

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A 200-year-old book distributor is closing. Here's what that means for public libraries

Wed, 01/07/2026 - 10:46

Baker & Taylor is one of very few companies that handle book distribution for libraries — getting books from publishers into borrowers hands. But a few months ago, the company abruptly announced it was shutting down.

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U.S. seizes Russian-flagged oil tanker with ties to Venezuela

Wed, 01/07/2026 - 09:41

U.S. forces have seized a Russian-flagged oil tanker in the north Atlantic after a two week chase. This is part of the larger U.S. campaign aimed at tankers going to and from Venezuela.

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Have you had a hard talk with an older driver? Tell us about it

Wed, 01/07/2026 - 09:18

Have you thought about taking the keys away from an older driver in your life? NPR wants to hear your story about how you navigated a difficult situation with an aging parent or relative.

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