Prone to winter depression? Starting light therapy now can help As daylight diminishes people can feel their mood dimming. In fact millions of U.S. adults experience seasonal affective disorder. Light therapy can help fend off winter depression, starting in the fall. Allison Aubrey
She felt abandoned — until a teacher's hug reminded her she wasn't alone When she was in the sixth grade, Tanya Eby's world was unraveling. One day, overcome with grief, she cried in class — and her teacher, Mrs. Welch, wrapped Eby in a hug. Laura Kwerel
Scared of spiders? Some former arachnophobes now are keeping jumping spiders as pets The jumping spider pet market is booming, particularly with women. And for many, the journey to spider enthusiast began as an arachnophobe. Alina Hartounian
Top congressional leaders head to the White House ahead of shutdown deadline After canceling an earlier meeting, President Trump is planning to meet with a bipartisan group of congressional leaders on Monday. Congress must pass or extend a spending bill before Oct. 1 to prevent a shutdown. Barbara Sprunt
'We're not afraid': George Soros' foundation on being Trump's next target The foundation started by billionaire George Soros, long a target of conspiracy theories, could soon be under investigation. Its president says it is "ready for whatever comes." Steve Inskeep
Latin superstar Bad Bunny will headline the 2026 Super Bowl halftime show The National Football League, Apple Music and Roc Nation made the announcement during halftime of Sunday night's game between the Green Bay Packers and Dallas Cowboys. NPR Staff
Stowaway found dead in landing gear of American Airlines flight in Charlotte Police say maintenance workers discovered the body Sunday morning after the plane landed from Europe. Rebecca Rosman
Schools to close Monday in Michigan community that experienced deadly church attack Multiple people were shot at a Mormon church in Michigan that was then set on fire, authorities said Sunday. The shooter was killed by police. Chris Arnold
Palestinian death toll tops 66,000 as Netanyahu prepares to meet Trump The death toll in the Israel-Hamas war has topped 66,000 Palestinians, Gaza's Health Ministry said, a day before the Israeli Prime Minister heads for talks with U.S. President Donald Trump. The Associated Press
Maine's food pantries stare down volunteer shortage while anticipating cuts Maine has long been one of the most food insecure states in New England. In March, the Trump administration cut more than $1 billion from two U.S. food programs. The Associated Press
