All Things Considered
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Idaho's biggest hospital says emergency flights for pregnant patients up sharply
by Julie Luchetta/Boise State Public Radio
Idaho's biggest hospital system says the number of people needing flights out of Idaho for emergency abortions is up sharply since the state's abortion ban took effect.
Tens of thousands visit the Vatican to pay respects to former Pope Benedict XVI
by Sylvia Poggioli
The body of the former Pope Benedict XVI, who died at the age of 95 on Saturday - lay in state on Monday for the first of three days before his funeral on Thursday.
Encore: Perceiving without seeing: How light resets your internal clock
by Ari Daniel
Human bodies use light to help tune their body clocks, and that's true even for some blind people. How does this work? It's a circadian mystery.
Consider This: They say you can't choose your family, but some people do
You've heard the saying, "Blood is thicker than water," but for many people, family is not just about blood or DNA — it's about deep connections.
Encore: How much water do you actually need? Here's the science
Many feel tethered to a water bottle, having heard that hydration is key to being healthy. Here's what the science says about how much water to drink and when.
Encore: One of the country's oldest independent record stores is closing
by Kabir Bhatia
After more than 50 years in business a beloved record store near Cleveland, Ohio, is closing its doors for good.
Russian air attacks continue to target Ukraine's energy infrastructure
by Tim Mak
Russia and Ukraine are both claiming Russian casualties following a missile attack on the occupied Donetsk region. The attack came as Russian forces targeted Ukraine's energy infrastructure.
This activist fights for migrants' lives in murky international waters
by Miguel Macias
Helena Maleno helps save the lives of people who try to cross the border into Europe from Africa. Her story highlights the fraught international relationships when it comes to migration.
Some Uzbeks are speaking out about Russia's war in Ukraine
by Philip Reeves
The war in Ukraine is a sensitive topic in Uzbekistan. The government says it's neutral and reporting on state-controlled media is minimal, but people are gradually being allowed to vent against Putin
Encore: Prosecution against 20 people in Florida for voter fraud hits roadblocks
by Ashley Lopez
In 2022 Florida officials announced charges against 20 people for voter fraud, but the prosecution of these cases has hit some roadblocks.
How Trump appointees have helped transform the Fifth Circuit
NPR's Elissa Nadworny talks with senior correspondent at Vox, Ian Millhiser, who argues that the Fifth Circuit Court of Appeals is a hotbed of litigation that challenges President Biden's policies.
Stranded in Buffalo, Korean tourists find a delicious solution
During a deadly blizzard last month in Buffalo, a group of Korean visitors were trapped outdoors. A few of them sought refuge at the home of a couple who loves Korean cuisine — so they began cooking.