Russia-Ukraine war: What happened today (March 18)
A roundup of key developments and the latest in-depth coverage of Russia's invasion of Ukraine.
Politics & Government
Deputy Secretary of State Sherman on Ukraine latest and talks between China and U.S.
NPR's Mary Louise Kelly talks with Deputy Secretary of State Wendy Sherman about diplomatic efforts in the war in Ukraine and U.S. aid to the country.
Better ventilation means healthier students, but many schools can't afford to upgrade
The better the air quality in schools, the better students do academically and healthier they are. Improving air quality is expensive, so advocates hope money set aside under the Biden Plan will help.
Mark Meadows faces North Carolina investigation over his voter registration
The probe follows an allegation that the former Trump White House chief of staff never resided at the address he put on his voter registration ahead of the 2020 election.
Black women form the first line of defense for a historic Supreme Court nominee
Judge Ketanji Brown Jackson is the first Black woman nominated to the court. For many activists, her confirmation hearings bring pride and inspiration — and resolve against conservative attacks.
Dick Durbin, a low-key Senate veteran, to preside over Supreme Court hearings
Durbin has been No. 2 in the Senate Democratic leadership since 2007, a job that involves knowing senators well enough to be able to count and corral votes, and knowing how to broker a deal.
The U.S., a major oil producer, woos other countries to produce more oil
The Biden administration is encouraging U.S. oil companies to increase their production to help curb record high gasoline prices. But boosting output is easier said than done.
NC lawmakers introduce bill to allow COVID relief funds to be used for affordable housing
A bipartisan bill introduced by two North Carolina members of Congress would let states apply federal COVID relief money to affordable housing efforts.
Fox News countersues a voting machine maker, saying its damage estimate is inflated
Smartmatic says claims aired by the network contributed to losing $2.7 billion in business through 2025. In a new suit, Fox says that figure represents absurdly huge growth for the small business.