How the science of savoring can help you nurture your relationships Learn this simple practice that researchers say can strengthen bonds with loved ones and improve your daily well-being. Vicky Hallett
In their own words: How COVID changed America The COVID-19 lockdown "felt like solitary confinement," a San Diego resident tells NPR. Even after many pandemic rules lifted, American society remains deeply fractured. Bill Chappell
More Black teens are in mental health crisis. This church tries to help them heal At First Corinthian Baptist Church in Harlem, New York, a therapist was fielding 10 calls a week from parents of teens who needed mental health help. Now the church is part of a national pilot intervention and study to address suicide risk among Black teens. Katia Riddle
Deadliest phase of fentanyl crisis eases, as all states see recovery In some parts of the U.S. drug deaths have plunged to levels not seen since the fentanyl crisis exploded. Addiction experts say communities still face big challenges. Brian Mann
Outbreak Voices: Looking back on COVID-19, 5 years since it was declared a pandemic COVID-19 was declared a pandemic 5 years ago this week. We ask 3 people who shared their experiences in our series "Outbreak Voices" about how they think of those years today. Ayesha Rascoe
Scientists are making progress in better understanding Long COVID Scientists have made progress in understanding Long COVID over the last five years. Patient advocates hope that research will continue under the Trump administration. Will Stone
Not sure where to go next in life? These journal prompts can help you figure it out Whether you're thinking about starting a new career or moving to a different city, these exercises can help you make hard decisions with more confidence and clarity. Adwoa Gyimah-Brempong
Tips to get a good night's sleep with this weekend's daylight saving time change Daylight saving begins this weekend. The clock springing forward an hour can lead to sleep schedules being thrown off. NPR's LIfe Kit has tips for a good night's sleep as the clocks change. Clare Marie Schneider
She got her dream job at CDC back. But she's already moving on An unknown number of fired CDC workers got their jobs back this week. Among them was Bri McNulty, who had shared her story with NPR. Yuki Noguchi
Amid a growing measles outbreak, doctors worry RFK Jr. is sending the wrong message There are now two confirmed deaths in a measles outbreak that has spread from West Texas across the border into New Mexico. And infectious disease doctors are concerned RFK Jr.'s response is missing the mark. Maria Godoy
