Why an over-scrolled generation is turning to ‘grandma hobbies’ for mental health

It isn’t just a trend. The rise of crafting is a biological, neurochemical rejection of the digital attention economy.

Your phone isn’t really eavesdropping. But it still knows all about you

AI isn’t making you dumber. But it may be changing how you think

Social media stole our attention. AI companions are coming for our hearts. The legal battles may be next

Reality TV shows force contestants offline. Experts say it’s good for them

DHS pauses contentious Big Bend construction 

Construction on the border wall through Big Bend National Park has been halted amid criticism from both parties.

White House denies Wiles hack after UK PM Burnham texts with impersonator

A Trump-allied radio station owner banned election denial but has now changed his tune

US, Canada race for trade deal before 50% tariffs hit Wednesday

Attorney General Todd Blanche defends DOJ priorities, relationship with White House

AG Todd Blanche said DOJ prosecutors would act “without fear or favor” but declined to promise full independence from the White House.

Suspect, 19, in police custody following shooting at Virginia State University that left 5 injured

Suppressors sold unregistered for the first time since FDR, but not for everyone

6 people, including suspect, dead and 1 wounded after mass shooting in Michigan

Lebanon sees deadliest attacks in months as Israeli strikes kill 11

Eleven people were killed in two Israeli airstrikes in Lebanon Saturday, marking some of the deadliest attacks on the country in months.

Firefighter entrapments are at a two-decade high for this point in the year

Trump DOJ surprises California prison reform advocates with crackdown on sexual abuse

Trump asks Supreme Court to allow White House ballroom construction to continue

Death toll rises in Spain-Morocco border crisis

At least 67 people died amid a major border crossing attempt between Spain and Morocco, as leaders call for securing the European border.

ACLU filings allege widespread misconduct by federal agents

60,000 migrants entered a Spanish enclave in a day. Europe is reacting

Companies are intentionally seeking out visa workers. The payoff is fed inquiries, low wages

How ‘buy now, pay later’ options quietly add interest fees

BNPL financing was seen as a low-cost alternative to credit. New research shows it can include hidden fees and debt carrying interest.

US inflation continues to ease amid falling gas prices

Renters are moving less than before. Homeownership doubts are one factor

More US employers plan to go back to merit-based pay raises in 2027

This standardized test is gaining traction in the US, but not everyone is on board

Texas is the latest state to accept the Classic Learning Test, an alternative exam that has triggered debate over academic rigor.

Experimental drone design uses a simple trick to nearly disappear

Education Dept. launches crackdown on school sexual misconduct, but critics question impact

New Trump admin rules tie federal student loans to how much money graduates earn

How Wikipedia vandals convinced Google that Sam Altman was dead

OpenAI CEO Sam Altman was falsely listed as dead in Google search results after Wikipedia vandals edited his public profile.

Feeling overwhelmed online? This website offers a dose of gratitude

Internet-famous raccoons want your snacks. Here’s why you shouldn’t share

No foul play suspected in death of actress Hayden Panettiere, police say

Marijuana rescheduling fight faces key Monday deadline

Federal officials face a Monday deadline in the high-stakes push to reclassify marijuana. The move could reshape cannabis regulation.

Lettuce eat again — but check your fridge first

Young woman’s rare autoimmune disease points to new treatment

Can herpes fight cancer? Plus, Trump’s vaccine order, a drug-resistant fungus and the mRNA flu shot

Energy Department cancels 3 Biden-era power lines after local pushback

The Energy Department cancelled three Biden-era energy projects that aimed to increase renewable energy capacity on the U.S. power grid. 

Strait of Hormuz chokehold to keep oil supply tight, prices high, watchdog warns

Regulators shield Meta job numbers in Louisiana as power plant debate grows

Lithium extraction isn’t environmentally friendly. Small, fish-like robots could be the solution

Flock announces new guardrails. Privacy advocates, critics still not satisfied

What can Flock Safety do to calm the critics? The surveillance company announced new guardrails, but its critics aren’t sold.

Every one of this town’s Flock cameras was cut down

Someone cut down and stole every Flock camera in this Minnesota town

How Roombas got swept up in a ban on importing robots

Pennsylvania’s SNAP costs expected to increase by $190M due to cost-share changes

States are racing to cut food stamp error rates as penalties in the One Big Beautiful Bill could depend on current fiscal year numbers.

Tyson closes more beef plants as cattle supply hits 75-year low 

Taylor Farms expands jalapeño product recalls over salmonella concerns

First it was Taco Bell. Now Chipotle is at the center of a foodborne outbreak

How a landmark lawsuit over social media’s effects on children could cost Meta $1.4 trillion

The Facebook and Instagram creator faces its biggest challenge to data as it prepares for a contentious court battle.

Digital ads are flooded with ‘synthetic’ AI models. How one state is calling them out

Welcome to a new era for Straight Arrow

Massachusetts expands abortion access. Here’s the nuance missing from some coverage