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August 29, 2026 — 9 stories from 4 sources
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Trump cuts to science advisory boards have long-lasting consequences, researchers say
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Trump cuts to science advisory boards have long-lasting consequences, researchers say
The federal government recruits top experts to volunteer to advise on pressing research issues of the day. Since President Trump took office, hundreds of these experts have been dismissed.
How America celebrated and mourned Dolly Parton, in Nashville and beyond
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How America celebrated and mourned Dolly Parton, in Nashville and beyond
The great Dolly Parton died earlier this week and tributes have poured in from across the country. Fans are mourning the loss of a country music icon who not only changed the musical landscape but gav
Why is one WNBA team calling in national security experts?
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Why is one WNBA team calling in national security experts?
The WNBA's popularity has risen in recent years, but so have threats and abuse directed at its players. One team is taking a novel approach to this, by partnering with national security specialists.
With Midterms Looming, Journalists Consider Measles, Food Recalls, and Obamacare
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With Midterms Looming, Journalists Consider Measles, Food Recalls, and Obamacare
Céline Gounder, KFF Health News’ editor-at-large for public health, discussed fatal measles cases on CBS News 24/7’s Mornings on Aug. 26. Gounder fact-checked Centers for Medicare &am
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Super PAC Targeting Conservatives Against Clean Energy Touts Fifth Republican Primary Win
Both President Donald Trump and a clean energy super PAC that backed Darline Graham, sister of the late Sen. Lindsey Graham, are celebrating her victory over Rep. Ralph Norman in Tuesday’s South Carol
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California Dairy Farm’s New Biogas Project Makes History and Raises Eyebrows
KERMAN, Calif.—One hundred degrees on a steamy Thursday afternoon and not much can be seen along the dust-blown avenue in Kerman. A school bus cruises by. Cows lap up water or feed behind a fence. A t
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The Grid Has Eyes
Wired for Profit: Fifth in a series about Alabama Power’s influence over electric rates, renewable energy, pollution and politics in the Yellowhammer State.
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While Renewables Languish, Pennsylvania Pays Millions to Coal Waste Companies
WINDBER, Pa.—Standing on the rocky banks of Paint Creek in western Pennsylvania, Jim Panaro pointed out the colors of contamination. The orange staining the boulders is from iron, he explained, and th
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9/11 Turbocharged America's Worst Foreign Policy Impulses—but Didn't Change Its Direction
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9/11 Turbocharged America's Worst Foreign Policy Impulses—but Didn't Change Its Direction
Like many others in the Washington, D.C., or New York metro areas, my experience of 9/11 was horrifying and yet unremarkable at the same time.
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