The IRS is piloting new software that could let you file your taxes for free Direct File will be open only to people with certain tax situations living in certain states at the outset. The free service has been criticized by Republicans and tax preparation companies. Read more on NPR

Scientists can tell how fast you’re aging. Now, the trick is to slow it down Longevity research is booming. Scientists are looking for ways to target the basic biology of aging. And here’s the exciting part: Our biological age appears to be malleable. Read more on NPR

Demand for minerals sparks fear of mining abuses on Indigenous peoples’ lands There’s a growing demand for minerals as the world ramps up manufacturing of climate solutions. Experts say more than half of these mining projects are on or near lands of Indigenous peoples. Read more on NPR

Hong Kong court orders China’s Evergrande, which owes $300 billion, to liquidate China Evergrande is one of the biggest Chinese developers that have collapsed under pressure to rein in surging debt the ruling Communist Party views as a threat to China’s slowing economic growth. Read more on NPR