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12/10/2025

In Kathryn Bigelow's new Netflix film, a single nuclear warhead, of unknown origin, is heading toward the U.S. mainland. It's an unnerving scenario — but it's also thrilling to watch.

12/10/2025

Photographers and storytellers Karla Gachet and Ivan Kashinsky document cumbia music in Colombia, Mexico, Ecuador, Peru, Argentina and the United States.

12/10/2025

With no end in sight to the funding standoff, financial anxiety is growing. One single mom in Colorado raided her retirement savings to get through the shutdown.

With no end in sight to the funding standoff, financial anxiety is growing. One single mom in Colorado raided her retirement savings to get through the shutdown.

12/10/2025

The small town of Leland, Miss., was rocked by the shooting, which took place late Friday.

12/10/2025

Since I was a teenager, I’ve jumped at any opportunity to watch Jean Valjean break parole, Fantine dream a dream and Javert swear by the stars, Karen Wilfrid writes for WBUR's Cognoscenti. She’s seen “Les Mis” 14 times, but it was the most recent one, a high school production, that took her by surprise. via WBUR 90.9 FM

Since I was a teenager, I’ve jumped at any opportunity to watch Jean Valjean break parole, Fantine dream a dream and Javert swear by the stars, Karen Wilfrid writes. She’s seen “Les Mis” 14 times, but it was the most recent one, a high school production, that took her by surprise.

12/10/2025

A mass shooting at a crowded bar on an idyllic South Carolina island has left four people dead and at least 20 injured, officials say.

A mass shooting at a crowded bar on an idyllic South Carolina island has left four people dead and at least 20 injured, officials say.

12/10/2025

Afghanistan said Sunday it killed 58 Pakistani soldiers in overnight border operations, in response to what it called repeated violations of its territory and airspace.

Afghanistan said Sunday it killed 58 Pakistani soldiers in overnight border operations, in response to what it called repeated violations of its territory and airspace.

12/10/2025

John Candy was one of the most beloved comedic actors of his time, with starring roles in Planes, Trains and Automobiles and Uncle Buck. His life and work are celebrated in a new Amazon Prime documentary by Colin Hanks, John Candy: I Like Me.

12/10/2025

The Smithsonian's museums and zoo are now closed due to the government shut down. Tours of historic Washington, D.C. sites have been suspended and the National Gallery of Art is also closed.

12/10/2025

A national survey of students, teachers and parents shines a light on how the AI revolution is playing out in schools – including when it comes to bullying and a community's trust in schools.

12/10/2025

Preparations were also underway Sunday for the release of Israeli hostages held in Gaza and Palestinian prisoners held in Israel.

Preparations were also underway Sunday for the release of Israeli hostages held in Gaza and Palestinian prisoners held in Israel.

12/10/2025

People meet at public park to socialize and to find an outlet for the angst created by up and downs in their lives. via K*T Austin

Every Sunday, Austinites meet at a pedestrian bridge downtown to release their emotions through blood-curdling screams. The shared experience brings forth laughter, tears and new friendships.