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All-women trio La Perla drops festive and socially conscious rhythms

The music of the all-women trio La Perla from Bogotá, Colombia, is focused on a handful of rhythms from the Caribbean coast.
Environment

Scientists crack the case of the melting sea stars. It only took a decade

Researchers in Washington and British Columbia say they have solved a deadly mystery that has stumped scientists for more than a decade.
- John Ryan
Arts & Life

HBO documentary offers an unflinching take on Billy Joel's life and music

Billy Joel: And So It Goes reveals the inspiration and process behind certain songs. But it also digs into Joel's alcoholism, multiple marriages and divorces, and his conflicts with fellow musicians.
- David Bianculli
World

From allies to enemies: How the 1979 revolution transformed U.S.-Iranian relations

In his new book, King of Kings, Scott Anderson chronicles the upheaval that deposed Iran's reigning monarch — and the blunders by American policymakers that played a key role in the outcome.
- Dave Davies
A watchdog raised concerns about McNeil Island. Now she's out of a job

McNeil Island with its beauty and long criminal justice history, is emerging in the news again. It’s where Washington runs a rehabilitation for people convicted of the most serious sex crimes. But there has not been consistent watch on how the place is run, and whether the folks in rehab are getting what they need. Rebecca Moss of the Seattle Times has been investigating and is here to share the latest on McNeil Island.
- Brooklyn Jamerson-Flowers
Investigations

Yosemite employees worked for weeks with no pay before the government hired them

Seasonal employees counting on housing at Yosemite were asked to volunteer for the park while the government was unable to onboard them at the start of the summer.
- Chiara Eisner
Science

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.
- Rhitu Chatterjee
Environment

Why a NASA satellite that scientists and farmers rely on may be destroyed on purpose

The Trump administration has asked NASA staffers to draw up plans to end at least two satellite missions that measure carbon dioxide in the atmosphere, according to current and former NASA employees.
- Rebecca Hersher
Health

What's the deal with electrolyte drinks – do you need them to stay hydrated?

Seems like nobody's drinking plain water these days. Electrolyte packets or colorful sports drinks are everywhere. But do you need them?
- Pien Huang
Business

As Trump's tariffs take shape, is America really winning?

The president 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.
- Rafael Nam

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