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Hiring slowed in April. The U.S. economy added 175,000 jobs
April's job growth was down from the previous month, according to a new Labor Department report. The unemployment rate rose slightly, from 3.8% to 3.9%, but remains low by historical standards.
Why it's important to protect sacred, historic burial states across the U.S.
NPR's A Martinez speaks with Sara Bronin, chair of the Federal Advisory Council on Historic Preservation, about the importance of protecting sacred and historic burial sites across the country.
A suspect is arrested in the shooting of 3 men of Palestinian descent in Vermont
by Brittany Patterson
Authorities in Vermont are investigating the shootings of three men of Palestinian descent. The incident happened on Saturday as the trio of college students was walking in Burlington.
Morning news brief
Hamas says it wants to extend the truce with Israel. Annual climate negotiations begin this week in Dubai. There are memorial services this week for former first lady Rosalynn Carter.
Why progressive prosecutors face resistance from some police departments
The prosecutors face resistance from departments that see them as soft on crime. In St. Louis, resistance is so fierce a police officer is refusing to do one of the most important parts of his job.
After nearly 7 weeks of war, the temporary truce between Israel and Hamas has begun
A four-day cease-fire between Israel and Hamas in Gaza went into effect early Friday. It sets the stage for the first exchange of Israeli hostages for Palestinian prisoners. The war began on Oct. 7.
Morning news brief
by A Martínez
Temporary truce begins in Gaza, with first hostages set to be released. Why progressive prosecutors often face resistance from police. Rosalynn Carter tried to end mental health discrimination.
2 pediatricians answer your questions about traveling with kids over the holidays
NPR's Michel Martin talks to two pediatricians — Candice Jones in Orlando and Jaime Friedman in San Diego — who answer listener questions, and offer advice on how to travel with little ones.
There's a new social media star in Minnesota: a moose named Rutt
Rutt has over 26,000 people tracking him on Facebook. It's believed the moose traveled from South Dakota to Minnesota. His fans worry about his safety when he's tracked crossing streets.
Members of AJR release new music. How are they coping after their dad died?
The brothers behind the pop band AJR lost their father just prior to the release of their latest album The Maybe Man. NPR's Steve Inskeep speaks with Adam, Jack and Ryan Met.
World Cup glory has returned to the U.K. — well, sort of
Britain beat out 21 teams from around the world in picking up trash — in the inaugural SpoGomi World Cup in Tokyo. The contest is aimed at raising awareness of environmental issues.
Will the brokered cease-fire deal between Israel and Hamas have lasting impact?
NPR's A Martinez speaks with former U.S. intelligence officer Jonathan Panikoff about the role of Qatar in the Israel-Hamas hostage deal, and how it could impact future negotiations.
The Indicator from Planet Money: When a food staple becomes a luxury
Comfort foods are often cheap dishes with humble origins. What happens when our staples become luxuries? Economic headwinds in the U.K. are putting the squeeze on owners of fish and chip shops.