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New autism group meets to counter MAHA's 'ideological agenda' - 2026-03-19T06:00:00-04:00
Autism experts plan to convene in Washington Thursday to propose a research agenda at odds with the one endorsed by the Trump Administration.

Cursive is back. But should students be learning the skill? - 2026-03-19T05:01:00-04:00
A Virginia after-school cursive club went viral. More than two dozen states require cursive in their curriculums. Is it an effective learning tool or just nostalgia?

Trump started a war with no clear end in sight. They rarely end well for presidents - 2026-03-19T05:00:00-04:00
President Trump started a war with no clear end in sight. If his predecessors' experiences are an indication, conflicts don't bode well for presidential approval ratings.

Why Trump's attacks and threats to Iran's Kharg Island are a big deal - 2026-03-19T05:00:00-04:00
If the U.S. follows through on its threats to bomb the oil assets on Kharg Island, the war would likely escalate and oil prices would increase exponentially.

This tax season, there's a new deduction for interest on car loans - 2026-03-19T05:00:00-04:00
Taxpayers who purchased a new vehicle in 2025 may qualify for a new deduction on their taxes — even if they're not itemizing. But not everyone is eligible.

It's called 'private credit' — and it could lead to big trouble on Wall Street - 2026-03-19T05:00:00-04:00
The risky lending business has been booming — but now its problems are becoming increasingly visible on Wall Street and beyond.

As overseas terrorists regroup, is the Iran war increasing danger in the U.S.? - 2026-03-19T05:00:00-04:00
Investigators in the U.S. search for motives in three recent instances of targeted attacks, and whether they are related to the war in Iran.

Kick your tiredness with these 7 natural energy boosters - 2026-03-19T05:00:00-04:00
A full calendar doesn't mean you have to feel exhausted all the time. Experts share natural ways to boost energy and beat the constant battle of tiredness.

Morning news brief - 2026-03-19T04:45:06-04:00
Iran attacks world's largest liquified natural gas complex, Sen. Markwayne Mullin faces lawmakers at DHS confirmation hearing, organizers reckon with abuse allegations against activist Caesar Chavez.

ICE officers are taking DNA samples from protesters they've arrested - 2026-03-19T04:44:38-04:00
Immigration agents took DNA samples from observers and protesters they detained during the Minnesota ICE surge, NPR has found, raising questions about how the government uses that personal data.