VA research brought CT scans and pacemakers into the world. Now it's at risk of cuts
Researchers at the Department of Veterans Affairs warn that crucial medical research is in jeopardy unless the Trump administration reverses course on cuts.
The Biden Administration's Response To The Deadly Attacks In Kabul
The Pentagon laid blame on ISIS militants for explosions and gunfire at the Hamid Karzai airport and an adjacent hotel. At least 12 U.S. service members and dozens of Afghan civilians were killed.
Biden Promised Electric Cars, Which Need Lithium. A Proposed Mine Is On Sacred Land
In Nevada, tribal opposition to a proposed lithium mine is testing the White House's pledge to electrify America's transportation system and give more of a voice to indigenous people in federal lands.
The West's Water Supply Is Low. Some Cities May Have To Cut Back On Water Use Soon
The unprecedented declaration of a water shortage in the Colorado River system mostly means less water for Arizona farmers for now, but cutbacks to cities are likely coming soon.
Congressman Who Formerly Served In Afghanistan Reacts To Kabul Attacks
NPR's Audie Cornish talks with Illinois Congressman Adam Kinzinger, a Republican and member of the Air National Guard, about the harm done by suicide bombers and gunmen outside the Kabul airport.
Houston Fire Chief Discusses The Strain COVID Is Putting On Emergency Medical Workers
NPR's Audie Cornish talks with Houston Fire Chief Samuel Peña about how medical professionals and EMTs are struggling to keep up with a surge of seriously-ill COVID patients.
An American Music Teacher's Struggle to Save His Afghan Students
Lanny Cordola is a guitarist who ran a school in Kabul designed to teach music to children in war-torn areas. He's now trying to get his students out of Afghanistan.
A Sort Of 'Digital Dunkirk,' American Citizens Are Stepping In To Help Afghan Allies
As chaos at the Kabul airport continues, Afghan allies are increasingly desperate to flee. They're reaching out to friends, volunteers and veterans groups ahead of the U.S. evacuation deadline.
The Future Is Unclear For Foreign Aid Work In Afghanistan Under The Taliban
International aid groups say they plan to stay in Afghanistan to help the millions of people facing drought, COVID and conflict. The Taliban are working on new rules for humanitarian aid groups.
Dozens Dead After Kabul Airport Explosion
Dozens of people — including several U.S. troops — are dead and even more have been wounded after explosions at the international airport in Kabul, Afghanistan.
Reporters From Across The U.S. Talk About The Political Fight Over Voting Rights
Voting rights have become a partisan fight, as Republicans set up laws across the country that they say will prevent voter fraud which Democrats say are really a move to discourage people from voting.
