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The Ring Nebula comes into focus, and it's astounding
Thanks to the James Webb telescope, we can now see the nebula with more clarity. As one expert says, "We always knew planetary nebulae were pretty. What we see now is spectacular."
NPR NewsNPR NewsSimone Biles returns to competition this weekend for the first time since Tokyo
Biles' return is great news for USA Gymnastics, which just announced a new sponsorship deal with Nike. Also returning is Suni Lee, who took home the Olympic all-around gold after Biles dropped out.
NPR NewsRoller coaster riders rescued from 205-foot drop amid mechanical issues
The Magnum XL-200 at Ohio's Cedar Point amusement park promises high speeds and fast turns. Thrill-seekers got a little extra excitement when the ride stopped at the top of its signature plunge.
NPR NewsHyundai and Kia recall nearly 92,000 cars and urge outdoor parking due to fire risk
Several Hyundai and Kia models are being recalled over faulty oil pumps that can overheat and cause fires — less than five months since the two automakers recalled vehicles due to another fire hazard.
NPR NewsRussian opposition activist Navalny is sentenced to 19 more years in prison
The Russian activist, a fierce opponent of President Vladimir Putin, was sentenced Friday on extremism charges, which he denies. He is already serving prison sentences on other charges he denies.
NPR NewsThe economy added jobs at a solid pace in July, reinforcing hopes about the economy
U.S. employers added 187,000 jobs in July, still marking a steady pace of growth. The unemployment rate edged down to 3.5%.
NPR NewsUp First briefing: Trump pleads not guilty; July job numbers; Women's World Cup
Former President Donald Trump pleads not guilty to four felony counts. Forecasters predict the job market stayed strong in July. The Women's World Cup knockout round begins tomorrow.
NPR NewsAt Yemeni prosthetics clinic, the patients keep coming even though the war has slowed
The civil war in Yemen seems to be cooling off, but its deadly legacy of land mines will be felt for decades. At a prosthetics clinic near the the front line, children bear a disproportionate burden.
NPR NewsAntarctica has a lot less sea ice than usual. That's bad news for all of us
It's the middle of the winter in Antarctica, when the ocean around the continent freezes. But this year there's less sea ice than ever recorded.
NPR NewsVoters could decide the future of abortion access in Florida
Activists on both sides of Florida's abortion access debate are working towards ballot measures that would enshrine their views in the state constitution.
NPR News56 death-row inmates are asking Louisiana's governor to commute their sentences
Gov. John Bel Edwards, a Democrat, recently said he is against the death penalty. Now a legal effort is racing to get requests for clemency to Edwards before he leaves office.
NPR NewsRaising money and poll numbers, Donald Trump stays 'Teflon Don' amid indictments
In 2016, then-candidate Donald Trump claimed he could shoot someone and not lose any voters. Now, he faces criminal charges in three separate indictments, and voters continue to support "Teflon Don."
NPR NewsScientists want you to mail dead butterflies for research if you live in these states
The USGS wants to test if butterflies and other insects are being hurt by contaminants, such as those in pesticides. It's seeking specimens from Alabama, Georgia, Kansas, Nebraska, Oklahoma and Texas.
NPR NewsA landmark study opens a new possible way for Black Americans to trace their ancestry
Researchers have compared the DNA of 27 Black people who lived at the Catoctin furnace between 1774 and 1850, finding a link between these enslaved Americans and nearly 42,000 living relatives.
NPR NewsWho's in, who's out and storylines to watch in the Women's World Cup round of 16
The Women's World Cup says goodbye to Germany and Brazil and welcome to Morocco and Jamaica. Here are the teams and games to watch as the tournament's knockout stage begins.
NPR NewsWhen Black boaters faced discrimination on the water, this yacht club became a refuge
When the Seafarers Yacht Club of Annapolis was founded in 1959, discrimination at fuel docks around the famous port was common. Today, the club is thriving and giving back to the community.
NPR NewsFilling Fauci's shoes: Dr. Jeanne Marrazzo is HIV expert and a lot of fun at parties
Dr. Jeanne Marrazzo, a professor at the University of Alabama at Birmingham, will lead NIH's infectious diseases institute. Colleagues say she has a wide breadth of knowledge and a joyful demeanor.
NPR NewsWeekly news quiz: from co-conspirators to a conspiracy about a bear suit
From bears to break-ups and a thrice-indicted former president, there was lots to talk about this week. Were you paying attention?
NPR NewsEx-Biden official's lawsuit against Fox echoes case that led to big settlement
Fox devoted 300 segments over an 8-month period to a disinformation researcher named Nina Jankowicz who joined the Biden administration. She says the coverage distorted her work and led her to resign.
NPR NewsWhen temps rise, so do medical risks. Should doctors and nurses talk more about heat?
The medical dangers of heat are real. But people often ignore public heat alerts, or don't know how vulnerable they are. A new alert system prompts clinicians to talk about heat with patients.
NPR News6 white ex-officers in Mississippi plead guilty to assault on 2 Black men
Kristen Clarke of the Justice Department said the Mississippi officers "caused harm to the entire community who feel that they can't trust the police officers who are supposed to serve them."
NPR NewsThe 2 expelled members of the 'Tennessee 3' win back their state House seats
Tennessee Reps. Justin Pearson and Justin Jones advanced Thursday through a special election to fully reclaim their positions.
NPR News2 U.S. Navy sailors charged with providing sensitive military information to China
The two U.S. sailors, both based in California, were charged with similar moves to provide sensitive intelligence to the Chinese.
NPR NewsTrump is arraigned and pleads not guilty to charges he conspired to overturn election
Former President Donald Trump has pleaded not guilty to four felony charges that he attempted to overturn the results of the 2020 presidential election.
NPR NewsJury acquits a white Louisiana trooper caught on camera beating a Black motorist
The federal jury acquitted a state trooper charged with violating the civil rights of Aaron Bowman despite body-camera footage that showed the officer pummeling him 18 times with a flashlight.
NPR NewsPost Malone bought Magic: The Gathering's 'One Ring' card valued as high as $2 million
Post Malone is a hardcore fan of the collectible trading card game who bought its most valuable card for $800,000 last year. His latest purchase may be worth double that price.
NPR NewsBud Light boycott takes fizz out of brewer's earnings
The company lost big sales in the U.S. after the boycotts over its collaboration with a transgender influencer. CEO says things have now stabilized "with signals of improvement" for the brand.
NPR NewsA new take on 'Pride and Prejudice' brings readers to 2000s New York Chinatown
By recasting the Bennets as a Cantonese, working-class immigrant family, C.K. Chau hopes to fill a gap in the Pride and Prejudice canon.
NPR NewsThe latest Trump indictment names 6 co-conspirators. Here's what we know
Despite prosecutors naming six of his alleged co-conspirators, Trump will be standing alone in Washington, D.C.'s federal court house in his first court appearance since being indicted Tuesday.
NPR NewsUp First briefing: Trump's arraignment; Lizzo sued; Republicans on climate change
Donald Trump is expected to be arraigned on charges in connected to the Jan. 6 riot today. Three of Lizzo's former dancers sue her for harassment. The GOP prioritizes the economy over climate change.