Americans love olive oil — and import 95% of it. But tariffs are making it harder for Europeans to sell it to Americans.
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Teen suicide is on the decline, new federal data shows
The 2024 National Survey on Drug Use and Health report found that in recent years, depression and suicidal thoughts and behaviors in teens have declined.
As Trump’s tariffs take shape, is America really winning?
Trump says his tariffs will spur America into a “golden age” — but that remains far from certain. Here are 5 things to know about how his trade policies could impact the U.S. and the global economy.
Who’s the top dog? Wave-riding canines compete in the World Dog Surfing Championships
Pooches competed against similarly sized peers for a chance to appear in the finals. Additional heats featured multiple dogs surfing tandem or riding with people.
Corporation for Public Broadcasting says it’s shutting down
The Corporation for Public Broadcasting, which funnels federal money to public media stations, says it’s winding down operations after President Trump signed a law rescinding all funding.
Canada and Malta to recognize Palestinian state, joining France and possibly Britain
Both countries said they would make the formal announcement at the UN General Assembly in New York in September.
The Democratic Party is still trying to figure out its message after 2024’s defeat
Facing low approval rates, after last year’s electoral losses, the Democratic Party is working to figure out its strategy ahead of the 2026 midterm elections.
Dude, the history behind the word dude is wild
The word “dude” is often associated with the ’80s and ’90s. But its origin is rooted much, much farther back in American history and it took a long and winding road to reach the coast of California.
Two Israeli human rights groups say their country is committing genocide in Gaza
It is the first time that Jewish-led organizations in Israel have made such accusations against the country during nearly 22 months of war.
The U.S. is destroying $9.7 million in contraceptives. Is there another option?
This planned destruction of birth control devices is part of the dismantling of USAID services — and linked to allegations by the government that cite abortion. Critics are speaking out.


