Funding for Ukraine and Israel is causing rifts in Congress
A new House bill proposes splitting funds for the war in Israel from funding for the war in Ukraine. It defies the path favored by both the Senate and the White House.
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Prosecutors used Sam Bankman-Fried's own words against him in cross-examination
Disgraced tech mogul Sam Bankman-Fried, who decided to take the stand in his own defense, faced a withering cross-examination at his high-profile criminal trial.
The Supreme Court on the fate of the block button for public officials
The U.S. Supreme Court heard arguments in a pair of important cases that test the ability of public officials to block critics from their personal social media pages.
Lewiston gunman's mental health was deteriorating prior to shooting, documents show
Law enforcement in Maine received multiple reports in recent months of the Lewiston gunman's paranoia and deteriorating mental health, including fears that he might "snap and commit a mass shooting."
Scary movies had another big year. A horror scholar shares her favorites
NPR's Ailsa Chang talks with horror scholar and filmmaker Rebekah McKendry about her favorite horror movies of the year and the ideas that tie them together.
How lack of independent play is impacting children's mental health
NPR's Juana Summers speaks with research professor Peter Gray about the connection between the decline of children's mental health and the decline of independent play.
Prosecutors say court decision forces the end of criminal cases in Flint water scandal
The Michigan attorney general's office said the state prosecution of former Gov. Rick Snyder and other officials for their roles in the Flint water scandal has ended.
FDA warns that WanaBana fruit pouches contain high lead levels, endangering children
The apple cinnamon fruit puree pouches — regardless of their expiration date — are being recalled. They were sold online and in person through retailers such as Sam's Club, Amazon and Dollar Tree.
We're spending $700 million on pet costumes in the costliest Halloween ever
More U.S. shoppers are buying into Halloween this year, scaring up a new spending record for costumes, decorations, candy and cute outfits for pets.
Shrinking habitat raises questions about how to save endangered Key deer
The endangered deer species on the Florida Keys is being threatened by rising seas, and that is raising uncomfortable questions for wildlife managers. The deer are the size of a golden retriever.