Is the U.S. heading into a dictatorship? The Atlantic writer Robert Kagan says as Trump violates norms, laws and the Constitution, including his call to nationalize elections, "we're on the edge of the consolidation of dictatorship." Terry Gross
Search for Nancy Guthrie, mother of 'Today' show host Savannah Guthrie, enters 4th day Police in Arizona believe Nancy Guthrie, 84, was taken by force from her Tucson area home this weekend. So far, no suspect or person of interest has been identified. Alana Wise
Bezos orders deep job cuts at 'Washington Post' The Washington Post embarked on severe cuts despite appeals by the newsroom to owner Jeff Bezos. The paper is to narrow its focus largely to politics and national security. David Folkenflik
A procrastinator's guide to dining out on Valentine's Day Valentine’s Day is on a Saturday this year. If you’re planning to head out on your own or with your love, stick around. Seattle Times food critic Tan Vin is here with some suggestions for dining out. Vaughan Jones
How a Black fossil digger became a superstar in the very white world of paleontology In South Africa, paleontology has been dominated by white people. Lazarus Kgasi is changing that dynamic — and coloring in the picture of the world our distant ancestors once inhabited. Ari Daniel
How old is too old for a 30-year mortgage? Here's what to consider How old is too old for a 30-year mortgage? It's just one of a number of questions that older Americans face when they are looking to buy a home later in life. Scott Neuman
Trump grants tariff breaks to 'politically connected' companies, Senate Dems say The White House's trade policy has "opened the door to corruption," according to a letter from Ron Wyden and Chris Van Hollen. Maria Aspan
Israel strikes Gaza, killing 19, mostly women and children, after saying Hamas violated deal They are the latest Palestinians in Gaza to die since a ceasefire deal, which has been punctuated by deadly Israeli strikes, came into effect on Oct. 10, 2025. The Associated Press
Will calls to 'abolish ICE' sway voters in 2026? The strategy has Democrats split The Trump administration's immigration efforts have led some Democrats to call for abolishing ICE. Others won't go as far, wary of appearing out of step with voters who want immigration laws enforced. Elena Moore
Ryan Routh, convicted of trying to assassinate Donald Trump, to be sentenced A Secret Service agent saw Ryan Routh with a rifle at a golf course in Florida and fired on him in 2024 as Trump was golfing. He was found guilty of attempting to assassinate a presidential candidate. Greg Allen