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An ape, a tea party — and the ability to imagine - 2026-02-10T07:00:00-05:00
The ability to imagine — to play pretend — has long been thought to be unique to humans. A new study suggests one of our closest living relatives can do it too.

DHS faces funding deadline. And, courts fast-track Somali asylum seeker hearings - 2026-02-10T06:44:02-05:00
Congress has until Friday to reach a deal to fund the Department of Homeland Security. And, several asylum cases filed by Somali migrants in immigration courts were suddenly fast-tracked.

How much power does the Fed chair really have? - 2026-02-10T06:30:00-05:00
On paper, the Fed chair is just one vote among many. In practice, the job carries far more influence. We analyze what gives the Fed chair power.

This complex brain network may explain many of Parkinson's stranger symptoms - 2026-02-10T06:00:00-05:00
Parkinson's disease appears to disrupt a brain network involved in everything from movement to memory.

In a world built for sitting, here's how to stay active — even when stuck inside - 2026-02-10T06:00:00-05:00
In the office, classroom and living room, working and relaxing mean sitting still. Our bodies evolved without chairs. Here are some tips for getting out of your seat and moving — even on cold days.

'Please inform your friends': The quest to make weather warnings universal - 2026-02-10T06:00:00-05:00
People in poor countries often get little or no warning about floods, storms and other deadly weather. Local efforts are changing that, and saving lives.

Hospitals are posting prices for patients. It's mostly industry using the data - 2026-02-10T05:00:00-05:00
The Trump administration pushed for price transparency in health care. But instead of patients shopping for services, it's mostly health systems and insurers using the information for negotiations.

'E-bike for your feet': How bionic sneakers could change human mobility - 2026-02-10T05:00:00-05:00
Nike's battery-powered footwear system, which propels wearers forward, is part of a broader push to help humans move farther and faster.

How the use of AI and 'deepfakes' play a role in the search for Nancy Guthrie - 2026-02-10T05:00:00-05:00
As artificial intelligence becomes more advanced and commonplace, it can be difficult to know what's real and what's not, which has complicated the search for Nancy Guthrie, according to law enforcement. But just how difficult is it?

Immigration officials to testify before House as DHS funding deadline approaches - 2026-02-10T05:00:00-05:00
Congressional Democrats have a list of demands to reform Immigration and Customs Enforcement. But tensions between the two parties are high and the timeline is short — the stopgap bill funding DHS runs out Friday.