NPR News: 'No one is safe': U.N. says civilian toll unclear after El Fasher takeover

'No one is safe': U.N. says civilian toll unclear after El Fasher takeover
UN officials say it is difficult to estimate just how many civilians have been killed in El Fasher {FAH-sher}, a city in Sudan's Darfur region that fell to a brutal paramilitary force.

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NPR News: Trump says Senate should scrap the filibuster to end the government shutdown

Trump says Senate should scrap the filibuster to end the government shutdown
President Donald Trump is calling on the Senate to scrap the filibuster, so that the Republican majority can bypass Democrats and reopen the federal government.

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NPR News: Haiti, Jamaica and Cuba pick up the pieces after Melissa's destruction

Haiti, Jamaica and Cuba pick up the pieces after Melissa's destruction
Communities across the northern Caribbean are dealing with the aftermath of Hurricane Melissa. The storm has left many without homes, power or communication.

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NPR News: U.S. doctor reflects on the 'incredible strength' of the Palestinian detainees he met

U.S. doctor reflects on the 'incredible strength' of the Palestinian detainees he met
Dr. Mihir Chaudhary, an American trauma surgeon, treated Palestinian detainees recently released by Israel. NPR's Leila Fadel talks to him about his time in Gaza.

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NPR News: Nigerian Nobel winner Wole Soyinka says U.S. revoked his visa after Trump criticism

Nigerian Nobel winner Wole Soyinka says U.S. revoked his visa after Trump criticism
Soyinka, the first African to win the Nobel Prize in literature, believes his non-resident visa could have been rejected because he likened President Trump to a former Ugandan dictator.

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NPR News: The East Wing gave women a space to thrive in the White House…here's why

The East Wing gave women a space to thrive in the White House…here's why
First intended as an entrance for social events, the East Wing became the first lady's office space. Historians say the shift was a key part of professionalizing staff for the president's wife.

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NPR News: Hurricane Melissa makes landfall in eastern Cuba as a Category 3 storm

Hurricane Melissa makes landfall in eastern Cuba as a Category 3 storm
Hurricane Melissa made landfall in eastern Cuba near the city of Chivirico early Wednesday as a Category 3 storm after pummeling Jamaica.

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NPR News: Huge Brazilian raid on Rio gang leaves at least 64 people dead and 81 under arrest

Huge Brazilian raid on Rio gang leaves at least 64 people dead and 81 under arrest
Brazilian police and soldiers launched a raid on a drug-trafficking gang in Rio de Janeiro on Tuesday, sparking shootouts that left at least 60 suspects and four police officers dead, officials said.

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NPR News: The Sudanese army's last stronghold in Darfur has fallen to paramilitary forces

The Sudanese army's last stronghold in Darfur has fallen to paramilitary forces
Sudan's army has retreated from the key Darfur city of El Fasher after an 18-month siege amid reports of mass civilian deaths.

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NPR News: Trump praises Japan's new prime minister during visit

Trump praises Japan's new prime minister during visit
President Trump began one of his busiest days of his Asia trip on Tuesday by greeting the new Japanese prime minister, and taking her with him as he spoke to U.S. troops aboard an aircraft carrier.

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NPR News: Why Hurricane Melissa's intensity and slow-moving speed are a recipe for disaster

Why Hurricane Melissa's intensity and slow-moving speed are a recipe for disaster
Another time a powerful, slow-moving storm wreaked havoc on a community was with Hurricane Harvey in 2017.

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NPR News: In Cameroon, the world's oldest leader claims victory -- again

In Cameroon, the world's oldest leader claims victory -- again
92-year- old Paul Biya, the world's oldest head of state, claims victory in a disputed election, sparking unrest across the country already grappling with violence, corruption, and political tension.

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NPR News: Cameroon awaits election results as its 92-year-old leader seeks an eighth term

Cameroon awaits election results as its 92-year-old leader seeks an eighth term
Cameroon will learn Monday whether its 92-year-old leader's decades-long rule will extend into an eighth term.

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NPR News: Milei triumphs in Argentine midterm elections closely watched by Washington

Milei triumphs in Argentine midterm elections closely watched by Washington
President Milei won in key districts in an election widely seen as a referendum on his past two years in office. Trump had appeared to condition billions of dollars in backing on a good showing for Milei.

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NPR News: Hurricane Melissa threatens life-threatening flooding in Jamaica, Haiti and Cuba

Hurricane Melissa threatens life-threatening flooding in Jamaica, Haiti and Cuba
The storm's slow movement is expected to bring a deluge of rain to multiple countries in the Caribbean, and prolong its dangerous impacts over a period of several days.

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NPR News: California euthanizes 4 gray wolves after 'unprecedented' surge in livestock kills

California euthanizes 4 gray wolves after 'unprecedented' surge in livestock kills
California wildlife officials have been working to mitigate the impact of the state's rebounding wolf population on its ranchers. The Northern California wolves that were euthanized had become dependent on cattle for food.

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NPR News: Shooting leaves 1 dead and 6 hurt at historically Black university's homecoming fest in Pennsylvania

Shooting leaves 1 dead and 6 hurt at historically Black university's homecoming fest in Pennsylvania
One person was killed and six more were wounded in a shooting Saturday night at Pennsylvania's Lincoln University.

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NPR News: Trump attends ceasefire ceremony with Thailand and Cambodia during Malaysia visit

Trump attends ceasefire ceremony with Thailand and Cambodia during Malaysia visit
Thailand and Cambodia have signed an expanded ceasefire agreement during a ceremony attended by President Donald Trump.

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NPR News: How the craft flour movement could be a boon to farmers and Indian Country

How the craft flour movement could be a boon to farmers and Indian Country
As U.S. wheat farmers face painful losses in the global market due to President Trump's policies, one domestic flour mill on a reservation in Oregon is expanding its production twelvefold.

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NPR News: Melissa expected to rapidly intensify into major hurricane in the Caribbean

Melissa expected to rapidly intensify into major hurricane in the Caribbean
Cuba, the Dominican Republic, Haiti and Jamaica are bracing for Hurricane Melissa. The storm is expected to quickly grow into a powerful category 3 or stronger hurricane.

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NPR News: What are your unique holiday traditions? NPR wants to know

What are your unique holiday traditions? NPR wants to know
The holiday season is full of traditions and we all celebrate them a bit differently. NPR wants to your most unique holiday traditions. What makes celebrating this time of year feel special for you?

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NPR News: Trade tensions hang over Trump's Asia trip, but he still aims to make a deal

Trade tensions hang over Trump's Asia trip, but he still aims to make a deal
President Trump plans to attend a summit in Malaysia before meeting the new Japanese prime minister in Tokyo and talking to Chinese President Xi Jinping in Korea.

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NPR News: U.S. sends aircraft carrier to South America in major escalation of military firepower

U.S. sends aircraft carrier to South America in major escalation of military firepower
The deployment and the quickening pace of U.S. strikes, including one Friday, raised new speculation about how far the Trump administration may go in operations it says are targeted at drug trafficking.

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NPR News: U.S. sends aircraft carrier to South America in major escalation of military firepower

U.S. sends aircraft carrier to South America in major escalation of military firepower
The deployment and the quickening pace of U.S. strikes, including one Friday, raised new speculation about how far the Trump administration may go in operations it says are targeted at drug trafficking.

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NPR News: Chess body investigating ex-world champion who accused Daniel Naroditsky of cheating

Chess body investigating ex-world champion who accused Daniel Naroditsky of cheating
U.S. chess grandmaster Daniel Naroditsky died this week at age 29. Former world champion Vladimir Kramnik had accused Naroditsky, among others, of cheating in the sport.

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NPR News: 'A slap in the face': Ranchers feel betrayed by Trump's plan to buy Argentine beef

'A slap in the face': Ranchers feel betrayed by Trump's plan to buy Argentine beef
Over the past few days, cattle ranchers and agricultural groups have been sounding the alarm that a plan to import more foreign beef would hurt struggling ranchers.

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NPR News: Chess body investigating ex-world champion who accused Daniel Naroditsky of cheating

Chess body investigating ex-world champion who accused Daniel Naroditsky of cheating
U.S. chess grandmaster Daniel Naroditsky died this week at age 29. Former world champion Vladimir Kramnik had accused Naroditsky, among others, of cheating in the sport.

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NPR News: Peru's president declares state of emergency after weeks of anti-government protests

Peru's president declares state of emergency after weeks of anti-government protests
Peru's interim president has declared a state of emergency in Lima because of crime, but many believe it's meant to curb weeks of anti-government protests.

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NPR News: Trump levies new sanctions on Russian oil giants in a push to end Ukraine war

Trump levies new sanctions on Russian oil giants in a push to end Ukraine war
President Donald Trump's administration announced Wednesday new "massive sanctions" against Russia's oil industry that are aimed at bringing an end to Moscow's brutal war on Ukraine.

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NPR News: Misty Copeland hangs up her pointe shoes after performing at retirement show

Misty Copeland hangs up her pointe shoes after performing at retirement show
Misty Copeland took one last spin on her pointe shoes Wednesday, as she retired after a trailblazing career in which she became an ambassador for diversity in an overwhelmingly white art form.

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NPR News: Maryland food bank sees surge as furloughed workers feel the strain of the shutdown

Maryland food bank sees surge as furloughed workers feel the strain of the shutdown
Furloughed federal workers lined up at a Maryland food bank distribution site as the government shutdown's toll deepens, highlighting the growing strain on families.

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NPR News: Vance says Gaza ceasefire is making progress despite weekend fighting

Vance says Gaza ceasefire is making progress despite weekend fighting
Vice President Vance is in Israel with several other U.S. officials working to get Hamas and Israel to take the next steps in the ceasefire deal.

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NPR News: Spanish league cancels plans for Barcelona to play regular-season match in Miami

Spanish league cancels plans for Barcelona to play regular-season match in Miami
The Spanish soccer league said Tuesday that plans for Barcelona to play a game against Villarreal outside Miami in December have been called off, following increased opposition to the match.

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NPR News: Japan's parliament elects Sanae Takaichi as nation's first female prime minister

Japan's parliament elects Sanae Takaichi as nation's first female prime minister
Japan's parliament elected Sanae Takaichi as the country's first female prime minister Tuesday, after her party struck a coalition deal expected to pull her governing bloc further to the right.

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NPR News: Miami Beach puts the art in offshore artificial reef

Miami Beach puts the art in offshore artificial reef
The artificial reef off Miami Beach will be at the same time an art installation, a restoration of the island's coral habitat and an underwater tourist attraction.

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NPR News: The Dodgers want to win another World Series. The Toronto Blue Jays are in their way

The Dodgers want to win another World Series. The Toronto Blue Jays are in their way
The Los Angeles Dodgers have put all the chips in on their pursuit of being baseball's first back-to-back champions since 2000. The Blue Jays and their red-hot lineup won't go down easy.

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NPR News: The White House starts demolishing part of the East Wing to build Trump's ballroom

The White House starts demolishing part of the East Wing to build Trump's ballroom
Dramatic photos show construction equipment tearing into the East Wing façade and windows, though the federal agency that oversees such projects has not approved President Trump's 90,000-square-foot, $250 million ballroom.

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NPR News: U.S boat strikes in the Caribbean raise tensions and questions

U.S boat strikes in the Caribbean raise tensions and questions
U.S. military strikes on alleged drug boats in the Caribbean this year have sparked fear and concern in areas like Trinidad and Tobago, where locals are questioning who is being targeted.

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NPR News: Centrist Rodrigo Paz wins Bolivia's presidential runoff, topping right-wing rival

Centrist Rodrigo Paz wins Bolivia's presidential runoff, topping right-wing rival
Centrist senator Rodrigo Paz won Bolivia's presidency with 54% of the vote, ending 20 years of rule by the Movement Toward Socialism party amid economic turmoil.

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NPR News: Trump announces tariffs and an end to U.S. aid to Colombia amid clash over drug trade

Trump announces tariffs and an end to U.S. aid to Colombia amid clash over drug trade
The U.S. will slash assistance to Colombia and enact tariffs on its exports because the country's leader, Gustavo Petro, "does nothing to stop" drug production, President Donald Trump said Sunday.

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NPR News: 'No Kings' protests draw bigger crowds across the country in the second iteration

'No Kings' protests draw bigger crowds across the country in the second iteration
Across the United States on Sunday, from Boise to Baltimore and San Diego to St. Louis, scores of people showed up to challenge President Trump and his administration as part of the "No Kings" protests.

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NPR News: ICE tried to send one immigrant to a country he never lived. Then he lawyered up.

ICE tried to send one immigrant to a country he never lived. Then he lawyered up.
Roman Surovtsev is like many others who were detained at their regularly scheduled ICE check-ins. What makes his case different is that his wife has marshalled a team of lawyers on his behalf.

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NPR News: 3 takeaways from the second No Kings day of nationwide protests

3 takeaways from the second No Kings day of nationwide protests
Organizers said some 2,600 protests were planned in the U.S. on Saturday. The protests were largely peaceful, as demonstrators united in their stated aim to safeguard the country's democratic values.

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NPR News: Shohei Ohtani hits 3 homers and strikes out 10 in Dodgers' clinching 5-1 NLCS win over Brewers

Shohei Ohtani hits 3 homers and strikes out 10 in Dodgers' clinching 5-1 NLCS win over Brewers
Shohei Ohtani propelled the Los Angeles Dodgers back to the World Series with a two-way performance for the ages.

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NPR News: After Zelenskyy meeting, Trump calls on Ukraine and Russia to 'stop where they are' and end the war

After Zelenskyy meeting, Trump calls on Ukraine and Russia to 'stop where they are' and end the war
President Donald Trump on Friday called on Kyiv and Moscow to "stop where they are" and end their brutal war following a lengthy White House meeting with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy.

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NPR News: Shooter at Dallas ICE facility was motivated by notoriety over ideology

Shooter at Dallas ICE facility was motivated by notoriety over ideology
A newly released police report states that Joshua Jahn lived with his family and didn't have a job.

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NPR News: Trump administration asks Supreme Court to allow National Guard deployment in Illinois

Trump administration asks Supreme Court to allow National Guard deployment in Illinois
The Trump administration filed an appeal to the Supreme Court on Friday, asking it to lift lower-court rulings blocking Trump from deploying National Guard troops in Illinois.

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NPR News: Analysts say the U.S. military buildup near Venezuela echoes gunboat diplomacy era

Analysts say the U.S. military buildup near Venezuela echoes gunboat diplomacy era
The White House cites drug enforcement, but analysts say the military buildup just off the coast of Venezuela recalls a return to gunboat diplomacy.

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NPR News: U.S. commander overseeing attacks against alleged drug boats off Venezuela to retire

U.S. commander overseeing attacks against alleged drug boats off Venezuela to retire
The news of Adm. Alvin Holsey's upcoming retirement comes two days after the U.S. military's fifth deadly strike in the Caribbean against a small boat accused of carrying drugs.

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NPR News: Ex-Marine fights extradition from Australia to U.S. over training Chinese pilots

Ex-Marine fights extradition from Australia to U.S. over training Chinese pilots
Daniel Duggan, an ex-Marine, is accused of conspiring with others to train Chinese military pilots between 2010 and 2012.

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NPR News: President Trump talks of striking Venezuela

President Trump talks of striking Venezuela
President Trump appeared to confirm reports that he approved covert CIA operations inside Venezuela.

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NPR News: Doctors Without Borders permanently closes its emergency center in Haiti's capital

Doctors Without Borders permanently closes its emergency center in Haiti's capital
Doctors Without Borders said Wednesday that ongoing violence in the capital of Haiti has forced it to permanently close its Port-au-Prince emergency care center, a city now 90% controlled by gangs.

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NPR News: Supreme Court seems poised to further undercut the Voting Rights Act

Supreme Court seems poised to further undercut the Voting Rights Act
The court's conservative majority could invalidate the section of the Voting Rights Act aimed at ensuring that minority voters are not shut out of the process of drawing new congressional district lines.

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NPR News: Gaza ceasefire tested as Israel and Trump issue warnings to Hamas

Gaza ceasefire tested as Israel and Trump issue warnings to Hamas
Just six days in, the Gaza ceasefire faces some strain as Israel demands Hamas hand over more bodies of hostages and Trump warns of violence if Hamas doesn't disarm itself.

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NPR News: Gaza aid trickles in as Israel limits deliveries over alleged ceasefire violation

Gaza aid trickles in as Israel limits deliveries over alleged ceasefire violation
Israel cut the number of Gaza aid delivery trucks, citing an alleged Hamas ceasefire breach. NPR's Leila Fadel speaks with Jonathan Fowler of the U.N. Relief and Works Agency for Palestine Refugees.

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NPR News: Supreme Court rejects Alex Jones' appeal of Sandy Hook shooting defamation judgment

Supreme Court rejects Alex Jones' appeal of Sandy Hook shooting defamation judgment
The Supreme Court Tuesday rejected an appeal from Alex Jones and left in place the $1.4 billion judgment against him over his description of the 2012 Sandy Hook Elementary School shooting as a hoax.

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NPR News: Pennsylvania man pleads guilty in arson attack at governor's mansion

Pennsylvania man pleads guilty in arson attack at governor's mansion
Under a plea deal, Balmer was sentenced to 25 to 50 years in prison, far less than he could have faced if the case went to trial. He declined to address the judge about the crime.

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NPR News: Death toll from torrential rains in Mexico rises to 64 as search expands

Death toll from torrential rains in Mexico rises to 64 as search expands
Mexico has deployed some 10,000 troops in addition to civilian rescue teams. Helicopters have ferried food and water to the 200 some communities that remained cut off by ground.

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NPR News: SpaceX launches 11th test flight of its mega Starship rocket with another win

SpaceX launches 11th test flight of its mega Starship rocket with another win
Starship, the biggest and most powerful rocket ever built, thundered into the evening sky from the southern tip of Texas.

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NPR News: Madagascar's president flees country in fear for his life after military rebellion

Madagascar's president flees country in fear for his life after military rebellion
Madagascar President Andry Rajoelina called for dialogue "to find a way out of this situation" and said the constitution should be respected.

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NPR News: In Marc Maron's last 'WTF' podcast episode, Obama offers advice on closing chapters

In Marc Maron's last 'WTF' podcast episode, Obama offers advice on closing chapters
In the final episode, Marc Maron and former President Barack Obama spoke about the legacy of the podcast, politics and moving on.

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NPR News: In a major milestone, Hamas begins releasing final Israeli hostages

In a major milestone, Hamas begins releasing final Israeli hostages
Hamas on Monday began releasing the final Israeli hostages held captive in Gaza, a major milestone in the efforts to end the devastating two years of war in the Palestinian territory.

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NPR News: U.S. measles cases continue to climb, with outbreaks across the country

U.S. measles cases continue to climb, with outbreaks across the country
In South Carolina, more than 150 unvaccinated schoolkids are under quarantine after being exposed to measles. Across the U.S., total case counts could be even higher than the official number.

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NPR News: Who are the 20 Gaza hostages believed to be alive and expected to be released?

Who are the 20 Gaza hostages believed to be alive and expected to be released?
After more than two years in captivity, 20 hostages abducted during Hamas's Oct. 7, 2023, attacks, are set to return to Israel.

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NPR News: China vows to stand firm against Trump's 100% tariff threat

China vows to stand firm against Trump's 100% tariff threat
China signaled Sunday that it would not back down in the face of a 100% tariff threat from President Donald Trump, urging the U.S. to resolve differences through negotiations instead of threats.

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NPR News: Preparations begin to ramp up aid in Gaza as ceasefire brings hope for end to 2-year war

Preparations begin to ramp up aid in Gaza as ceasefire brings hope for end to 2-year war
Preparations were also underway Sunday for the release of Israeli hostages held in Gaza and Palestinian prisoners held in Israel.

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NPR News: 16 people died in a blast at a Tennessee explosives factory early Friday, sheriff says

16 people died in a blast at a Tennessee explosives factory early Friday, sheriff says
A blast in rural Tennessee that leveled an explosives plant and was felt for miles around killed 16 people and left no survivors, authorities said.

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NPR News: Israel strikes south Lebanon, killing 1 and wounding 7

Israel strikes south Lebanon, killing 1 and wounding 7
Israel carried out airstrikes on southern Lebanon early Saturday, killing one person, wounding seven and briefly cutting a highway that links Beirut with parts of south Lebanon, the Health Ministry said.

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NPR News: She posted about Charlie Kirk's death. Within eight hours, she was fired

She posted about Charlie Kirk's death. Within eight hours, she was fired
Alexandra is one of many people who lost their jobs for posting about the conservative influencer's death. She described the online mob that got her fired as "state-sponsored censorship."

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NPR News: India is forcibly deporting Muslims, including its own citizens, after Kashmir violence

India is forcibly deporting Muslims, including its own citizens, after Kashmir violence
In the aftermath of a deadly militant attack in Kashmir in April, authorities have expelled more than 1,500 Muslims from India, often at gunpoint.

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NPR News: Trump threatens tech export limits, new 100% tariff on Chinese imports

Trump threatens tech export limits, new 100% tariff on Chinese imports
President Trump threatened to place an additional 100% tax on Chinese imports starting on Nov. 1 or sooner, potentially escalating tariff rates close to levels that in April fanned fears of a recession.

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NPR News: Peru's Congress removes President Boluarte as a crime wave grips the country

Peru's Congress removes President Boluarte as a crime wave grips the country
Lawmakers voted overwhelmingly to swiftly remove Peru's first female president shortly after midnight, marking yet another leadership shake-up in a nation rocked by violence and political turmoil.

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NPR News: Peru's Congress votes to initiate impeachment trial of President Boluarte

Peru's Congress votes to initiate impeachment trial of President Boluarte
Peruvian lawmakers moved forward with impeachment proceedings against President Boluarte amid mounting anger over rising crime.

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NPR News: White House claims "more than 1,000%" rise in assaults on ICE agents, data says otherwise

White House claims "more than 1,000%" rise in assaults on ICE agents, data says otherwise
Immigration and Customs Enforcement officers claim assaults on their officers are up sharply since June. There's no public evidence that number is true.

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NPR News: After 2 years of brutal fighting, the Israel-Hamas war may be over

After 2 years of brutal fighting, the Israel-Hamas war may be over
A ceasefire in the Israel-Hamas war could formally take effect today, and Israeli hostages and Palestinian prisoners could start going home as soon as this weekend.

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NPR News: Israel-Hamas deal may include return of hostages, bringing hope to grieving families

Israel-Hamas deal may include return of hostages, bringing hope to grieving families
The deal between Israel and Hamas also calls for the release of some hostages and prisoners -- living and dead -- from both sides. NPR speaks to the cousin of a man whose remains are in Gaza.

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NPR News: At the Supreme Court, the case of the candidate who sued, even though he won

At the Supreme Court, the case of the candidate who sued, even though he won
At issue was a suit by Rep. Michael Bost, R-Ill., challenging an Illinois regulation that allows ballots mailed in by Election Day to be counted for up to 14 days after polls close.

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NPR News: Israel and Hamas agree on the 'first phase' of Gaza ceasefire deal

Israel and Hamas agree on the 'first phase' of Gaza ceasefire deal
The deal raises the possibility that the war may now be over, ending the bloodiest fighting ever between Israelis and Palestinians.

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NPR News: 'I was so stunned': Brokers for North Korean defectors investigated for espionage

'I was so stunned': Brokers for North Korean defectors investigated for espionage
Many North Korean defectors in South Korea use a secret network of brokers to stay connected to those back home. But recently, South Korea investigated some of those brokers for espionage.

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NPR News: Hundreds of hikers rescued from Mount Everest after severe snowstorm

Hundreds of hikers rescued from Mount Everest after severe snowstorm
About 900 hikers, guides and other staff who were stranded by a weekend snowstorm on the Chinese side of Mount Everest have reached safety, state media said late Tuesday.

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NPR News: Sen. Jeanne Shaheen: Lawmakers must find 'common ground' to end the government shutdown

Sen. Jeanne Shaheen: Lawmakers must find 'common ground' to end the government shutdown
On the seventh day of the shutdown, Sen. Jeanne Shaheen tells NPR she's working with colleagues from both parties to find common ground and reopen the government.

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NPR News: Former Illinois National Guard official on efforts to deploy troops to Chicago.

Former Illinois National Guard official on efforts to deploy troops to Chicago.
NPR's Steve Inskeep speaks with former Illinois National Guard Adjutant General Richard Hayes about President Trump's efforts to deploy troops to Chicago.

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NPR News: As the Gaza war moves into its third year, peace talks offer some hope

As the Gaza war moves into its third year, peace talks offer some hope
On the second anniversary of the Hamas-led attack on Israel of Oct. 7, 2023, the leaders of Israel and Hamas are pushed by Arab countries and the U.S. toward a potential end to the war.

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NPR News: Two years after the Gaza war began, one Palestinian family shares their story of loss

Two years after the Gaza war began, one Palestinian family shares their story of loss
Over 67,000 Palestinians have been killed, a third of them children, in Israeli attacks since the war began two years ago. One Palestinian family shares their story of loss.

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NPR News: 'I struggle with hope': Some protesters question if street demonstrations still work

'I struggle with hope': Some protesters question if street demonstrations still work
Many Americans have turned their criticism into action this year, joining marches to protest President Trump's policies. But some are beginning to wonder if street protests are still effective.

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NPR News: Snowstorm traps hundreds of hikers on Mount Everest during China's national holiday

Snowstorm traps hundreds of hikers on Mount Everest during China's national holiday
Rescue workers were helping hundreds of hikers trapped by heavy snow at tourist campsites on a slope of Mount Everest in Tibet, Chinese state media said late Sunday.

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NPR News: An unusual 'village' aims to help people leave long-term homelessness for good

An unusual 'village' aims to help people leave long-term homelessness for good
Chronic homelessness is at a record high, but there's a shortage of housing, rehab and mental health treatment. One ambitious program in Utah is finding a way to offer all that plus jobs.

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NPR News: More deployments testing the president's use troops in states and cities

More deployments testing the president's use troops in states and cities
The Pentagon seeks to deploy the National Guard to more cities to quell what the president sees as lawlessness and riots.

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NPR News: Federal workers sue Education Department over partisan shutdown emails

Federal workers sue Education Department over partisan shutdown emails
Employees say their out-of-office messages were changed without their consent to include language blaming Democrats for the shutdown.

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NPR News: Why Gen Z protesters worldwide are flying an anime pirate flag

Why Gen Z protesters worldwide are flying an anime pirate flag
Gen Z protesters from Indonesia and Nepal to Madagascar and Morocco, are rallying behind an unexpected banner: a grinning skull in a straw hat.

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NPR News: What to expect as Syria holds first parliamentary elections since Assad's ouster

What to expect as Syria holds first parliamentary elections since Assad's ouster
Syria is holding parliamentary elections on Sunday for the first time since the fall of the country's longtime autocratic leader, Bashar Assad, who was unseated in a rebel offensive in December.

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NPR News: Federal judge temporarily blocks Trump's National Guard deployment to Portland

Federal judge temporarily blocks Trump's National Guard deployment to Portland
A federal judge has temporarily blocked the Trump administration from deploying the National Guard to Portland, Ore., which the president had ordered over the objections of local leaders.

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NPR News: Largest US Lutheran denomination installs first Black presiding bishop

Largest US Lutheran denomination installs first Black presiding bishop
Rev. Yehiel Curry succeeds Rev. Elizabeth Eaton, who served for 12 years and was the first woman to lead the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America.

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NPR News: Lou Ye's acclaimed 'An Unfinished Film' remains unfinished

Lou Ye's acclaimed 'An Unfinished Film' remains unfinished
Chinese director Lou Ye's An Unfinished Film is not a masterpiece, but why do so many seem to demand it to be?

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NPR News: Japan's ruling party elects Sanae Takaichi as leader, likely to become first female PM

Japan's ruling party elects Sanae Takaichi as leader, likely to become first female PM
Japan's governing party on Saturday elected Sanae Takaichi, a hard-line ultra-conservative and China hawk, as its new leader, making her likely to become the country's first female prime minister.

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NPR News: NPR's Student Podcast Challenge: Here are our fourth grade winners!

NPR's Student Podcast Challenge: Here are our fourth grade winners!
We heard fun and engaging podcasts on topics including how math teaching has evolved, what its like to disengage from technology, and, who has it better: kids or grownups?

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NPR News: Legal experts condemn Apple bowing to White House's request to remove ICE tracking app

Legal experts condemn Apple bowing to White House's request to remove ICE tracking app
It's the latest example of tech giants bowing to pressure from the Trump administration. Legal experts say the developer of the app has free speech rights that may have been violated.

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NPR News: Ukrainian drone strikes inflict damage on critical Russian oil refineries

Ukrainian drone strikes inflict damage on critical Russian oil refineries
Ukrainian drone strikes are inflicting significant damage to Russia's oil refineries, which are critical to that country's economy and war effort.

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NPR News: India and China to resume direct flights after a 5-year suspension

India and China to resume direct flights after a 5-year suspension
The suspension, which began with the 2020 Covid outbreak, was prolonged by tensions along the Himalayan border.

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NPR News: FDA approves another generic abortion pill, prompting outrage from conservatives

FDA approves another generic abortion pill, prompting outrage from conservatives
Drugmaker Evita Solutions announced on its website that the Food and Drug Administration signed off on its low-cost form of the pill, which is approved to end pregnancies through 10 weeks.

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NPR News: Israel orders the evacuation of Gaza City to make way for expanded ground operation

Israel orders the evacuation of Gaza City to make way for expanded ground operation
Israel has ordered all residents of Gaza City to leave to make way for an expanded ground operation. Anyone who does not leave will be treated as a Hamas member or sympathizer.

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NPR News: Anti-government protests in Morocco turn deadly, with 2 killed in a small town

Anti-government protests in Morocco turn deadly, with 2 killed in a small town
Youth-led anti-government demonstrators in Morocco filled the streets for a fifth straight night on Wednesday, as protests over the state of public services descended into deadly violence.

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NPR News: The federal shutdown puts nutrition aid for millions of new parents at risk

The federal shutdown puts nutrition aid for millions of new parents at risk
Nearly seven million pregnant women and young children depend on WIC for healthy foods. Advocates say funding could run out in about two weeks, leaving states to close the gap if their budgets allow.

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NPR News: Palestinian Authority official talks about Trump's plan to end the war in Gaza

Palestinian Authority official talks about Trump's plan to end the war in Gaza
Dr. Omar Awadallah, deputy minister of Foreign Affairs in the Palestinian Authority, talks about President Trump's 20-point plan to end the war in Gaza.

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NPR News: Dozens killed in a powerful earthquake that hit the Philippines

Dozens killed in a powerful earthquake that hit the Philippines
The death toll was expected to rise from the Tuesday magnitude-6.9 earthquake that trapped an unspecified number of residents in the hard-hit city of Bogo and outlying rural towns in Cebu province.

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