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U.S. life expectancy is going up. Think how many more news quizzes you can do! - 2026-01-30T05:02:00-05:00
When the news gets too heavy, the quiz is forced to turn to pop culture questions — so there are a lot this week. Let's see how you do!

Kari Lake promotes Trump on Voice of America. Does that break the law? - 2026-01-30T05:01:00-05:00
Critics say U.S. Agency for Global Media's Kari Lake risks making Voice of America sound like a propaganda outlet in her remarks on the air praising President Trump.

For U.S. figure skating, grief over the D.C. crash makes for a bittersweet Olympics - 2026-01-30T05:00:00-05:00
In the wake of the Jan. 2025 plane crash, some young skaters weren't sure they could continue. A year later, many have found that's the best way to honor those they lost.

Trump thinks a weaker dollar is great for America. Is he right? - 2026-01-30T05:00:00-05:00
The president said this week that the value of the dollar is "great" despite a sharp tumble since last year. That may be true for certain parts of the economy — but not others.

Kalshi in court over 19 federal lawsuits. What's the future of prediction markets? - 2026-01-30T05:00:00-05:00
Apps that let people wager on current events have experienced explosive growth in Trump's second term. But one of the leading markets is tied up in lawsuits that cloud the industry's future.

Want to be part of a village? You might need to get out of your comfort zone - 2026-01-30T05:00:00-05:00
If you've always dreamed of having a village but feel disconnected from your community, try these five tips. Plus: We want to hear from you. Tell us how you cultivate community where you live.

Can you save a public parking spot after a snowstorm? The debate rages on - 2026-01-30T05:00:00-05:00
After the snowstorm this weekend dumped snow across large parts of the country, a key debate is raging on the streets: Can you save a public parking spot after you've dug your car out of it?

FAQ: What is wind chill, and why is it dangerous? - 2026-01-30T05:00:00-05:00
Strong winds can make it feel a lot colder than the thermometer suggests. Protect yourself by covering exposed skin and sheltering inside.

A year after deadly midair collision near Washington, families push for safety changes - 2026-01-30T05:00:00-05:00
On the anniversary of the midair collision near Washington, D.C., families of the victims are still working for laws to prevent future disasters. And they say they're ready for a long fight.

For this married couple, romance wasn't always fun - 2026-01-30T04:48:29-05:00
Leslie and Alan Burger have been in love since they were kids. They reflect on their sometimes strange relationship.