China E-commerce Giant Alibaba Buys Up Newspaper
In a move reminiscent of Jeff Bezos' acquisition of The Washington Post, e-commerce giant Alibaba is buying an English-language newspaper. But why?

Why don't Americans trust the media?
On National News Literacy Week, media experts share where the mistrust in media likely came from and how to know which outlets to trust.
By Scripps News
New York Times Journalists, Other Workers On 24-Hour Strike
Members of the NewsGuild of New York say they are fed up with bargaining that has dragged on since their last contract expired in March 2021.
By Mark Lennihan / AP
California Restricts Use Of Rap Lyrics As Evidence In Court
Some people close to the hip-hop scene say this move will help decriminalize artistic expression and hopefully deemphasize lyrics about crime.
By APTop Stories

'Skin whitening' never left the beauty industry
From controversies around labor in fashion to plastic surgery trends, the "Better Beauty" series dives into the changing beauty industry.
By AP
Cosmetic product regulation is getting a makeover in the US
The FDA is adding more regulations for cosmetic companies, but dermatologists say more research into ingredient safety is still needed.
By AP
How a Chicago duo is bringing the mushroom trend to your table
A Chicago business is an example of how fungi can be used as an ingredient or replacement in many different meals.
By Scripps News