Scientists say they've found evidence of a very long gravitational wave that could open a window onto supermassive black holes — and perhaps even other extreme, unseen objects in the universe.
Read more ...Opioids are overrated for some common back pain, a study suggests National News
New research calls into question prescribing the drugs even for short-term pain relief – especially given the risk of addiction.
Read more ...Domestic terrorism charges in Georgia are prompting concern over political repression National News
In Atlanta, dozens of activists who oppose a new police and fire training facility are being accused of domestic terrorism. That has alarmed civil liberties and human rights groups.
Read more ...Western tribes' last-ditch effort to stall a large lithium mine in Nevada National News
Western tribes are making a last ditch effort to thwart a large lithium mine in a federal appeals court.
Read more ...Biden's sleep apnea has led him to use a CPAP machine at night National News
After reporters noticed marks on the president's face Wednesday morning, the White House disclosed that the president started using a CPAP machine a few weeks ago.
Read more ...Simone Biles and Sunisa Lee to return to competition, with 2024 in their sights National News
Biles hasn't competed since the 2020 Olympics in Tokyo, when she withdrew and spurred a global conversation on the pressures faced by athletes. Lee stepped into the spotlight and won all-around gold.
Read more ...A police chief who became a serial arsonist is sentenced to life terms, plus 75 years National News
Surveillance video showed the Maryland arsonist gushing gasoline on homes before lighting fires that were sometimes explosive. One entry on his "target list" read simply, "White Privilege."
Read more ...78 people face charges for $2.5 billion in attempted health care fraud, DOJ says National News
At least $1.1 billion was actually paid out in these schemes targeting elderly patients, high-risk and low-income pregnant women and HIV patients.
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