Dolly Parton, music star, actor and beloved figure who spanned generations has died at 80
Parton, who plucked bejeweled banjos, guitar and dulcimers with her long fingernails during performances, was a generous philanthropist and successful businesswoman whose projects included a theme park in the Smoky Mountain foothills near her birthplace.
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Former Federal Reserve Chairman Alan Greenspan dies at 100
In his 18½ years at the helm of the Fed, Greenspan presided over a sustained era of American growth and prosperity. -
Trump further guts Education Dept. by shifting oversight of special ed, civil rights
The moves to the federal departments of Health and Human Services and Justice, respectively, would further dismantle an agency that President Donald Trump has vowed to close. -
Live with a partner? You may be sharing more microbes than you think
A large study finds you may share about a quarter of your oral and gut microbes with the people you live with. Should you worry? We asked the experts. -
The World Cup reminds us that the way to a visitor's heart ... is through their stomach
The action inside the stadiums isn't the only thing capturing the attention of international visitors. Turns out, they're discovering the delights of Buc-ee's, Waffle House, Wawa and free soda refills. -
More people are juggling work and kids. Many are finding they can't give 100% to both
A new Pew survey finds many working parents feel they cannot give 100% at either work or home. Benefits like paid sick leave and more affordable childcare could help. -
Faith's role in U.S. politics 'requires humility,' not certainty, says Sen. Warnock
Michel Martin speaks with Democratic Senator Raphael Warnock of Georgia about his new book, "The Crooked Places Made Straight: Reflections on the Moral Meaning of America." -
Do internet super stars matter in elections?
It's becoming common for campaigns to seek out viral moments and the support of internet stars to reach new voters. But the strategy, albeit flashy, has yielded mixed results in key races this year. -
Trump announces deal to end war in Iran. And, how to stay safe in deadly heat
Trump says a deal has been reached to end the war between the U.S. and Iran. Plus, this is what extreme temperatures do to the human body — and how you can keep yourself safe.
