Atmospheric rivers aren't new. Why does it feel like we're hearing about them more? In recent years, "atmospheric river" has become used much more frequently in scientific papers and in media coverage. According to experts who study climate and weather, a few reasons may explain why. Danielle Venton
A 'lynch mob' did not come for Matt Gaetz, but the phrasing remains powerful Even as a young child, I could understand the idea that words have meaning, which is why when Sen. Lindsey Graham referred to a "lynch mob" coming after Matt Gaetz, I felt my stomach drop. Leah Donnella
Jonathan Majors and ex-girlfriend Grace Jabbari settle assault and defamation case In a civil lawsuit this spring, the actor's former girlfriend alleged a "pattern of pervasive domestic abuse" in addition to defamation. Her legal team said the suit has been settled. Clare Lombardo
University of Texas, MIT and others announce free tuition for some undergraduates Nearly half a dozen institutions of higher education announced plans this week to make tuition free for undergraduates whose families make below a certain income threshold, starting in fall 2025. Rachel Treisman
Judge indefinitely postpones sentencing in Trump's hush money case The decision to indefinitely adjourn next week's sentencing date comes several days after both lawyers agreed that a stay would help sort out unprecedented legal questions. Ximena Bustillo
Trans health care under Trump may follow the abortion playbook and its Hyde amendment Republicans spent $222 million on anti-trans and LGBTQ advertising in the campaign. Various policy initiatives are on the incoming administration's to-do list. Selena Simmons-Duffin
6 tourists in Laos have died after drinking tainted alcohol Tourists from the U.S., Australia, Denmark and the U.K. have died. A tourism police officer said a "number of people" had been detained in the case but that no charges have yet been filed. The Associated Press
TV's Dr. Oz invested in businesses regulated by the agency Trump wants him to run The celebrity doctor recently held investments worth tens of millions of dollars in health care, tech, and food companies which could pose significant conflicts of interest. Darius Tahir
