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President Trump recently embraced kei cars, tiny vehicles that are popular in Asia but hard to get in the U.S. Kei car enthusiasts are delighted — but doubt whether much will change.
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Infection Preventionist for Memorial Medical Center Elizabeth López shares helpful information on prevention and vaccines for cold and flu season. -
New Mexico Environmental Department adopted Regional Haze Program to help clear skies in national parks and wilderness areas. -
Educators and state officials raise concerns over new student loan caps from the federal government. The move will cap student loans at $100,000 for what they call non-professional degrees and $200,000 for professional degrees. -
EL Paso Matters President and CEO Bob Moore covers top stories each week. -
Nick Seibel, publisher and editor of the Silver City Daily Press, covers top stories on the Silver City Report.
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The state of New Mexico is substantially underwriting the initiative though a trust created by state lawmakers in 2023. -
The plan is to focus intently on making life more affordable, a message they hope will work even in some conservative-leaning states. -
Plan puts costs of new solar farms on New Mexicans and extends lives of coal-fired plants. Critics call it “profound greenwashing.” -
The New Mexico Secretary of State's office said it already provided the Justice Department with voter data that is publicly available, but said it's legally prevented from turning over “personal private voter information,” office spokesperson Alex Curtas said in a statement.
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Here are recommended reads about the United States — perfect for the history buff on your gift list, or anyone looking to learn more about how the U.S got to where it is today. -
Dueling Safdie brother movie projects, Love Island USA chaos, a feces-filled And Just Like That … finale: looking back on an eclectic year for pop culture. -
A palliative care doctor in Austin says listening to vinyl music can lift heavy moments for families and patients receiving end-of-life care. -
A sampling of the stories NPR staff believe made some of the deepest ripples this year — reminders of what rigorous, compassionate journalism can do, and why the work remains as urgent as ever. -
The Department of Government Efficiency effort was one of the most consequential and controversial – if not entirely successful – changes the Trump administration made in 2025.
December 21, 2025 - PBS News Weekend full episode
As medication costs rise, decreasing insurance coverage has deadly consequences
U.S. Coast Guard ramps up oil tanker interceptions off Venezuelan coast
How a school program from Baltimore is using hip-hop to teach social-emotional skills
A look at Christmas festivities and traditions around the world
