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1. As birth rates tumble, some progressives say the Left needs to offer solutions

   Many countries around the world including the US face aging and shrinking populations. Conservative groups have taken the lead talking about the issue. Some liberal thinkers say it's time to talk about the global population shift and offer progressive solutions

2. Trump administration tells states to end 'orphan tax' on foster kids

   There's a growing move to end what some call "the orphan tax" and stop states from taking benefit checks from children and youth in foster care.

3. Flu shot recommendation for kids dropped just as the illness rages

   The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention dropped its advice that kids get an annual flu shot at a time when flu cases and hospitalizations are surging.

4. Trump calls for a 10% cap on credit card interest rates

   With credit card interest rates near modern highs, President Trump says he wants to cap the rates for one year.

5. A judge orders HHS to restore children's health funding as a lawsuit continues

   The judge ordered the restoration of nearly $12 million in funding to the American Academy of Pediatrics, including money for rural health care and the identification of disabilities in children.

6. More federal agents head to Minnesota. And, U.S. Figure Skating announces Olympic team

   The Trump administration will send hundreds of additional federal agents to Minnesota. And, here are the figure skaters who will represent Team USA in the Olympics.

7. DHS sending more agents to Minnesota as protests over Renee Good's death continue

   The killing of Renee Good by an ICE agent sparked protests across Minneapolis. Federal authorities have taken over the investigation and say they're sending more Homeland Security agents to Minnesota.

8. Who are the figure skaters representing Team USA? Key names and backstories to know

   Sixteen U.S. figure skaters are competing in all four Olympic disciplines: men's, women's, pairs and ice dance. The team includes a mix of seasoned vets, world champions and rising stars.

9. Exercise is as effective as medication in treating depression, study finds

   New research shows exercise is as effective as medication at reducing symptoms of depression. And you don't need to run a marathon to see benefits. So how much is enough?

10. Marrying for health insurance? The ACA cost crisis forces some drastic choices

    While Congress debates bringing back Affordable Care Act subsidies, many Americans have already made life-altering decisions to afford health care.