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We look at what Senator Thom Tillis’ decision to not run for re-election means for North Carolina politics, and for Democratic dreams to capture that seat in 2026.

A new study has sparked debate on the prevalence of withdrawal symptoms when patients stop taking antidepressants, as well as on the severity of those symptoms.

The data also highlights critical risks in other areas along the Guadalupe River in Kerr County, and nationwide as many Americans have a flood risk they are not aware of. (Image credit: RONALDO SCHEMIDT)

We look at the tariff letters President Trump sent out this past week, as well as what polling tells us about how Americans feel about the increasingly violent immigration raids.

They all showed off their talents at this year’s Smithsonian Folklife Festival. The theme: How youth keep cultural traditions alive. (Image credit: Ben de la Cruz/NPR)

The finale of Love Island USA airs Sunday night. Critic Aisha Harris says it’s impossible to separate the season’s racial and ethnic diversity from the show’s mealy-mouthed handling of behind-the-scenes drama. (Image credit: Kim Nunneley)

Churches in Los Angeles put contingency plans in place after the Trump administration rescinds long-standing guidance advising immigration agents to avoid houses of worship. (Image credit: Jason DeRose)

President Donald Trump on Saturday announced he’s levying tariffs of 30% against the European Union and Mexico. (Image credit: Ricardo B. Brazziell)

Sotheby’s in New York will be auctioning the largest piece of Mars ever found on Earth. (Image credit: Richard Drew)

Recent college graduates are facing one of the most challenging job markets in years — with the exception of the pandemic period — even as the overall unemployment rate remains low. (Image credit: Spencer Platt)