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Enrollment and retention rates are down for Black men at Historically Black Colleges and Universities, or HBCUs. NBC News’ Zinhle Essamuah looks at how North Carolina A&T State University is trying to reverse this downward trend. For more context and news coverage of the most important stories of our day, …

If you’re not a fan of nuts in your sweets, Valentine’s Day could cost you more this year. The chocolates inside many of this holiday’s heart-shaped boxes will likely contain more filler ingredients like nuts and fruits to offset the cost of pure chocolate.

Climate impacts can increase the prevalence of diseases in coffee crops, reducing overall yields for farmers. Studies have shown that the arabica bean — which makes up roughly 60% of all coffee produced globally — is particularly vulnerable to climate change.

The wildfires that ravaged the Los Angeles area last month were driven by monthslong, climate change-fueled weather patterns, according to scientists studying the meteorological factors behind them.

President Donald Trump hasn’t been attending the swearing-in ceremonies for his Cabinet officials in the last two weeks, having Vice President JD Vance and others take part in the ceremonial moments — until Wednesday, when Attorney General Pam Bondi took her oath of office.It was a notable shift as he …

'An issue of life and death': USAID workers, supporters issue a warning to Congress at protestsThe mood at today's rally at the Capitol in support of the U.S. Agency for International Development was one of shock, fear and fury at lawmakers for not doing more to push back against the …

With two executive orders, President Donald Trump on Monday changed the trajectory of two of the fastest-growing climate-friendly technologies in the U.S.: electric vehicles and wind power. The orders took aim at efforts the Biden administration had made to boost both technologies, which have in recent years gained traction in …

President Donald Trump will pull the United States out of the Paris climate agreement, according to an executive order he signed Monday as one of his first acts after he took office.

Donald Trump will be sworn in as the 47th president of the United States. The first Israeli hostages and Palestinian prisoners were released in the long-awaited Gaza ceasefire deal. And the Bills win out over the Ravens in the battle of the MVP favorites. Here’s what to know today.Donald Trump …

NBC News spoke to 18 Trump backers who didn't vote for him in 2020. They are largely hopeful about the next administration, though some are skeptical he can fulfill his promises.

Forecasters expect another round of strong winds to hit Los Angeles as firefighters race to contain the devastating blazes. The Senate is slated to hold confirmation hearings for Trump's Cabinet picks this week. And takeaways from the first weekend of the NFL playoffs.Here’s what to know today.At least 24 people …

Congress is set to certify Trump’s win today. “Emilia Pérez” and “Shōgun” win big at the 2025 Golden Globe Awards. And a monster storm with dangerously cold weather is pummeling half of the U.S. Here’s what to know today.Congress is scheduled to gather today amid a citywide snow emergency declaration …

“Meet the Press” researcher and production associate Juhi Doshi explores how the anti-incumbent wave has extended well beyond Washington in recent months.

Investigators probe for a motive and potential accomplices in the New Orleans attack. A rush of arctic air is expected to hit the U.S. during the first few weeks of January. And NBC News went back to high school — with an Olympic gold medalist. Here’s what to know today.A …

Tributes roll in for former President Jimmy Carter. Investigations into South Korea’s deadliest plane crash continue. And the Washington Commanders clinch a playoff spot. Here’s what to know today.Former President Jimmy Carter, the 39th president of the United States who dedicated his life after leaving office to brokering international peace, …

Biden commutes dozens of death row sentences. Donald Trump reacts to people saying Elon Musk is in charge. And NBC News speaks to four families who were left in debt after joining health care sharing ministries.Here’s what to know today.President Joe Biden announced that he is commuting the death sentences …

Austin Tice’s mother said on NBC News’ “Meet the Press” she knows her missing son is alive. Sen. Schumer demands drone trackers for New York and New Jersey. And the Green Bay Packers defeated the Seattle Seahawks, closing in on a playoff spot.Here’s what to know today.Debra Tice said on …

Donald Trump details his plans for Day 1 of his presidency. Assad’s brutal regime falls in Syria. And Jay-Z is accused of raping a 13-year-old girl in a lawsuit. Here’s what to know today.In an exclusive interview with Kristen Welker, moderator of NBC News’ “Meet the Press,” President-elect Donald Trump …

President Biden issues a “full and unconditional pardon” of his son Hunter. A heavy lake-effect snow affects post-Thanksgiving travel. And how we might be able to see more Auroras. Here’s what to know today.President Joe Biden has pardoned his son Hunter despite saying repeatedly he would not use his executive …

A guide for the 98th annual Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade. Meet Ukraine’s “Witches of Bucha” — the all-female fire teams who are guarding the skies from Russian drones. And what’s getting the buzz so far for the 2025 Oscars.Here’s what to know today.Happy Thanksgiving! Today is for spending time with …