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Will New York Force More Mentally Ill People Into Treatment?

Gov. Kathy Hochul has proposed changes to the state’s mental health laws, but they face opposition from lawmakers and civil-rights groups.

The New York Times - 4d

An Effective Treatment for Opioid Addiction Exists. Why Isn’t It Used More?

A drug called buprenorphine may be the best tool doctors have to fight the fentanyl crisis. Why hasn’t it been more widely adopted?

The New York Times - 6d

Utah set to become first state to ban fluoride in public water

Utah is gearing up to make history as the first state to ban fluoride in public water systems if Gov.

NBC News - 3h

Utah seems set to become first state to ban fluoride in public water systems

Utah appears to be the first state ready to put a full ban on fluoride in public water systems under a bill that doesn't allow cities or communities to decide for themselves.

CBS News - 9h

Volk-Lopes, Chandler-Paddy, Pitbull's debut and more: Why UFC 314 has just become the best card of 2025

Would we see Ilia Topuria vs. Islam Makhachev fight later this year? Is UFC 314 the best card since UFC 300 a year ago? Brett Okamoto and Andreas Hale break down the two upcoming PPVs.

ESPN - 4d

Why Trump’s Clean Energy Rollbacks Could Derail a Factory Boom

With the Trump administration reversing support for low-carbon power, the business case for making wind, solar and electric vehicle parts gets weaker.

The New York Times - 5d

‘Modern Love’ Podcast: Why Gossiping Could Help Your Love Life

Kelsey McKinney, author of the new book “You Didn’t Hear This From Me: (Mostly) True Notes on Gossip,” talks about the joys and problems gossiping has brought to her relationships.

The New York Times - 3h

Trump’s tariffs unleashed a wave of uncertainty among investors. Why that could actually be a good thing.

Processing our uncertainty — or rather, being comfortable with it — can help us sharpen our problem-solving capabilities.

MarketWatch - 1h

DOGE’s Only Public Ledger Is Riddled With Mistakes

The figures from Elon Musk’s team of outsiders represent billions in government cuts. They are also full of accounting errors, outdated data and other miscalculations.

The New York Times - 3d

Elon Musk becomes a new power center at CPAC

Elon Musk stole the show at CPAC, a surprise guest who wielded a chainsaw to symbolize his government cuts.

NBC News - 4d

Colorado Snowboarder Becomes Fourth Avalanche Victim in a Week

The victim was traveling on a terrain feature known as The Nose near Silverton, Colo., when the avalanche occurred on Thursday, officials said.

The New York Times - 3d

McConnell becomes maverick for Trump, GOP Senate

Sen. Mitch McConnell’s (R-Ky.) decision to conclude his storied political career marks the end of an era for Senate Republicans, especially as the longtime GOP leader increasingly signals he’s a ...

The Hill - 3d

Andreeva becomes youngest WTA 1000 winner in Dubai

Mirra Andreeva makes history by becoming the youngest player to claim a WTA 1000 title after winning the Dubai Tennis Championships.

BBC News - 2d

Sainz becomes director of F1 drivers' body

Carlos Sainz has become a director of the Formula 1 drivers' body, the Grand Prix Drivers' Association.

BBC News - 2d

Prop Will Stuart has become the cornerstone of England’s scrum

‘I’ve just tried to keep my head down and do my job,’ says the Bath tighthead after seeing off Scotland in Calcutta Cup. Not all heroes wear capes and Will Stuart is not the type you would expect ...

The Guardian - 1d

Late Night Laughs at DOGE’s Work Force Demand

“It’s like the government is being run by BuzzFeed,” Jimmy Kimmel said on Monday about Elon Musk’s work-tracking request to federal employees.

The New York Times - 15h

Trump Cuts Target Next Generation of Scientists and Public Health Leaders

A core group of so-called disease detectives, who track outbreaks, was apparently spared. But other young researchers are out of jobs.

The New York Times - Feb. 18

They’ve Been Waiting Years to Go Public. They’re Still Waiting.

Some tech companies are delaying or pulling their listing plans as the Trump administration’s tariff announcements and other changes cause market volatility and uncertainty.

The New York Times - Feb. 18

WATCH: Los Angeles public schools begin ban on cellphones

The Los Angeles Unified School District's ban also includes smart watches and glasses, and some parents are critical of the new rule.

ABC News - 6d

Zelensky Meets Kellogg, U.S. Envoy to Ukraine, Amid Public Spat With Trump

Keith Kellogg and President Volodymyr Zelensky were expected to discuss possible paths to ending the war and ways to defuse tensions between Washington and Kyiv.

The New York Times - 4d

GOP's Lawler breaks with Trump on Zelensky, advises against public spat

Rep. Mike Lawler (R-N.Y.) broke with President Trump over Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky on Sunday and advised against a public spat between the two leaders. “Are you disturbed at all by ...

The Hill - 1d

In Russia, Anniversary of Ukraine War Draws Little Public Mention

President Vladimir V. Putin of Russia is not scheduled to attend any events on Monday to mark the anniversary of the full-scale invasion that he ordered.

The New York Times - 1d

After Public Clash Over Tolls, Hochul Tries to Persuade Trump Privately

Gov. Kathy Hochul of New York said that she and President Trump discussed congestion pricing, which Mr. Trump has moved to kill, in an unscheduled meeting on Friday.

The New York Times - 20h

New York Public Radio to Lay Off About 7% of Staff

The elimination of 21 full-time roles is the latest in a series of reductions at the organization.

The New York Times - 1h

Utah on the verge of being the first state to ban fluoride in public water

Utah is on the verge of becoming the first state to prohibit cities and towns from adding fluoride to their public water supply. The Utah Senate on Friday voted 18-8 to give final approval to ...

The Hill - 32m

Who is Friedrich Merz, the favorite to become Germany's new chancellor?

Friedrich Merz, who is poised to become Germany's chancellor in a CDU-led government, has extensive experience as a lawyer and working with major corporations.

CNBC - 5d

A flight to a Toronto paramedics conference becomes a real emergency for a former EMT

Former paramedic Peter Carlson is still coming to grips with the shuddering jolt he and 79 others experienced when a Delta Air Lines plane flipped over while landing at Toronto's Pearson ...

ABC News - 5d

Wildfires becoming less frequent but more destructive, study finds

Recent wildfires throughout the U.S. have been significantly more devastating. However, the number of these fires has actually gone down in the past few decades, according to a new study published ...

CBS News - 4d

Duo set to become 1 of the first teams to complete 6 major marathons

Michael Sayih and Max Fink have a special bond — they're regular racing partners who compete in countless 5K, Iron Man and marathon events all over the world. Michael has cerebral palsy, and ...

CBS News - 4d

The Humane Ai Pin Will Become E-Waste Next Week

Plus: Apple’s visionOS 2.4 makes it easier for guests to use the Vision Pro, Eero has two new Wi-Fi 7 routers, Oppo’s folding phone is the slimmest yet, and Omega drops a bronze Bond watch.

Wired - 3d

German election as it happened: Friedrich Merz set to become chancellor

Christian Democrats secure under 30 per cent of vote, while far-right AfD comes in historic second place

Financial Times - 2d

Fight results: Bivol defeats Beterbiev, becomes undisputed champ

Bivol avenged the only loss of his career with a decision win over Artur Beterbiev in a rematch.

ESPN - 1d

What happens to the leadership of the Catholic Church when a pope becomes sick or incapacitated?

The Vatican has detailed laws and rituals to ensure the transfer of power when a pope dies or resigns, but not when he is sick

ABC News - 1d

In Britain, a Fight Over a Film Studio Becomes a Test for the Economy

The national government has intervened in a local planning squabble, which has become a symbol for how far it will go to use development as a way to revive the British economy.

The New York Times - 1d

Top GOP negotiator warns stopgap becoming more likely to avert shutdown

House Appropriations Chair Tom Cole (R-Okla.) said Monday that negotiators are still trading offers as both sides seek a compromise to keep the government funded into autumn — but he cautioned a ...

The Hill - 23h

How DR Congo's Tutsis become foreigners in their own country

Yahoo News - 12h

American loses UK appeal to become legally non-binary

Lord Justice Singh says the issue is "better suited to resolution in Parliament than the courts".

BBC News - 3h

In the Trump Era, Crafting a State Budget Becomes More Complicated

With funding from Washington uncertain, New Jersey, like other states, is budgeting cautiously.

The New York Times - 1h

WATCH: Massive warehouse fire forces residents to shelter in place in Pennsylvania

Officials in Montgomery County, Pennsylvania, are urging residents to avoid the site of a large industrial fire in Abington Township due to air quality concerns. Evacuations have been recommended.

ABC News - 6d

Why this newly public biotech could become a force in obesity treatments

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