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Parkinson’s is a disease that afflicts an estimated 90,000 Americans every year. Current treatment focuses on managing its many symptoms as there is no cure. But a new stem cell-based therapy that creates nerve cells is showing early promise. What’s behind this incredible discovery and just how hopeful should patients be? Two of the doctors leading this development, Dr. Lorenz Studer and Dr. Viviane Tabar of Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center, join The Excerpt to share the journey behind this exciting new development.

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A federal court has ruled President Donald Trump can't use an emergency-powers law to impose tariffs on foreign countries.

Elon Musk leaves the Trump administration.

USA TODAY White House Correspondent Bart Jansen takes a look at the Trump-Vance approach to crypto.

Secretary of State Marco Rubio announced the United States will be "aggressively" revoking visas of Chinese students.

USA TODAY Government Accountability Reporter Erin Mansfield discusses exclusive findings that chapter leaders allegedly mishandled over $100,000 in a major federal union's funds.

The Oklahoma City Thunder are in the NBA Finals.

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Most electronic devices you use – your phone, laptop, earbuds – require certain materials called rare earth minerals to function. These minerals also power a wide range of other things critical to our lives like cars, aircraft engines, medical equipment. The U.S. imports most of its supply of rare earth elements from China, which given the current climate of global trade, has led experts to wonder: any way we get more of these minerals here at home? Scott McWhorter, a distinguished fellow in the Strategic Energy Institute at Georgia Institute of Technology, joins The Excerpt to dive into the possibilities.

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President Donald Trump on Tuesday asked the Supreme Court to intervene in its effort to rapidly deport migrants to "third countries."

USA TODAY Supreme Court Correspondent Maureen Groppe discusses the high court's move to take another look at whether a police officer who partially blinded a teenager during the 2020 George Floyd protests can be sued.

USA TODAY Education Reporter Zach Schermele has the latest on President Trump's feud with Harvard.

The Trump administration halts scheduling of new student visa appointments.

SpaceX's Starship rocket breaks up again.

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USA TODAY White House Reporter Zac Anderson takes a look at President Donald Trump's clash with judges.

Horse-drawn caisson funerals will soon resume at Arlington National Cemetery.

USA TODAY Data Reporter Ignacio Calderon discusses how President Trump delayed pollution limits on the nation’s dirtiest coal plants.

The coasts face a crisis as land sinks and seas rise.

Penguin poop may help fight climate change.

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President Donald Trump said Russian President Vladimir Putin has gone 'absolutely crazy' after the latest Russian attack on Ukraine. Trump also blamed Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy for the ongoing war.

USA TODAY National Immigration Reporter Lauren Villagran takes a look at a major drop in illegal crossings at the southern border and the impact of Trump administration policies.

Today is Memorial Day, honoring those who died as a result of battle while serving in the U.S. Armed Forces.

This long weekend is a test for the National Park Service amid recent cuts.

USA TODAY Trending Reporter Greta Cross talks about the viral trend of men wishing their friends sweet dreams. Thanks to TikTok creators @annikalanning,@kassadi_lav and @shaeandchris for their posts.

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Pulitzer Prize-winning writer Dave Barry has made a career out of being a jokester, writing a nationally syndicated humor column for two decades. He is also a best-selling author. Dave joins The Excerpt to share his journey from small-town Pennsylvania journalist to national humorist and how it was his readers who paved the way. His latest book, “Class Clown: The Memoirs of a Professional Wiseass" is on bookshelves now.

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USA TODAY National Correspondent Trevor Hughes discusses a new tactic from ICE - arresting people as they leave mandatory court hearings.

President Donald Trump Friday threatened steep tariffs on European Union goods and targeted iPhones.

A judge has halted a Trump administration action barring Harvard from enrolling foreign students.

Trump also ordered changes to nuclear power regulations. Listen to our special episode on nuclear power here.

Sunday marks five years since the murder of George Floyd. His legacy is under siege as racial justice efforts lose ground.

IndyStar Motor Sports Reporter Nathan Brown talks about a cheating scandal ahead of Sunday's Indianapolis 500 car race. Here's a schedule and how to watch.

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USA TODAY Senior Congress Reporter Riley Beggin takes a closer look at President Donald Trump's House-approved tax bill.

The Trump administration says Harvard can no longer enroll international students.

Oklahoma will require schools to teach President Trump's 2020 election conspiracy theories.

USA TODAY Supreme Court Correspondent Maureen Groppe breaks down a divided court decision to block the creation of the nation's first religious charter school.

Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. blames ultra-processed foods, environmental chemicals, “overmedicalization” and more for driving chronic diseases in U.S. children, according to a commission report.

NOAA predicts a 60% chance of an above average hurricane season.

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In 2018, the U.S. Air Force awarded a $3.9 billion contract to Boeing for two new Air Force One planes. For a variety of reasons, including delays tied to the need for workers with proper security clearances, Boeing may or may not be able to complete the order before the end of President Donald Trump’s second term. Meanwhile, the Qatari Prime Minister offered to gift the president a luxury 747 jet valued at $400 million. And the Department of Defense has just accepted it. There are questions about whether the Qatari plane can even be brought up to Air Force One’s safety and security standards before Trump leaves office. But the bigger question may be whether it was lawful for the president to accept it. Richard Briffault, Professor of Legislation at Columbia Law School, joins us on The Excerpt to share his insights.

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