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Worlds marks the last competition of the 2025-2026 season. Skaters have some time to go on tour, rest up and learn new routines before the next season starts in July.
Trump is weighing all options on Iran's Kharg Island
President Trump said the U.S. could "take the oil in Iran" and that he was considering sending U.S. forces to seize Kharg Island's oil terminal.
Philanthropy is a 'significant form of power.' Here's how Jeffrey Epstein exploited that
A large share of science funding comes through philanthropy, with little legal or public scrutiny. This lack of oversight allowed Jeffrey Epstein to cultivate scientists and launder his reputation.
Trump administration cuts turned rural towns into sitting ducks for disasters
The Trump administration has delayed billions of dollars for projects to protect Americans from floods, wildfires and hurricanes. Local leaders are increasingly anxious.
As birthright citizenship goes to Supreme Court, here's how Americans feel about it
The Supreme Court will hear arguments Wednesday on whether all children born in the United States can continue to automatically receive citizenship.
China's chatbot industry is fiercely competing for customers. Cue the freebies
Chinese AI companies are focused less on being cutting edge and more on attracting customers. That means holiday promotions, and making chatbots useful in everyday life.