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Iranian-Americans react to U.S. airstrike on Iran
In the U.S., reaction from Iranian-Americans to Saturday's bombings in Iran is a mix of fear and concern. We speak with people in Los Angeles, which has a large population of Iranian-Americans.
Comedian Josh Johnson Dares To Make Us Laugh In A Global Pandemic
NPR's Audie Cornish talks with comedian Josh Johnson about his newfound success and how comedy has served as a processing tool for collective trauma throughout the pandemic.
Facebook's Own Research Says Its Apps Can Harm Mental Health. Senators Have Questions
NPR's Leila Fadel speaks with Wall Street Journal reporter Jeff Horwitz about the Senate hearing where Facebook answered questions on the impact its products have on young people's mental health.
Texas Gov. Abbot Has A State Border Force Jailing Migrants, Which Some Say Is Illegal
by John Burnett
In Texas, hundred of migrants have been jailed by state authorities. Gov. Greg Abbott has launched his own border crackdown, which critics say is illegal.
The White House Rolls Out New Guidelines For ICE, But Defends Trump-Era Policy
by Joel Rose
The Biden administration unveiled new enforcement guidelines today that limit who ICE can target. But at the same time, the administration wants to continue Title 42 expulsions at the border.
Jon Stewart Takes On Serious Problems With Humor In New Show
by Eric Deggans
Jon Stewart begins a new show which will examine a particular problem from many different sides. His biggest challenge may be transcending the long shadow cast by his turn as host of 'The Daily Show.'
Communities In Canada Plan More Scans For Remains Of Indigenous Children
by Emma Jacobs
The discovery of hundreds of graves at now-shuttered residential schools for Indigenous children has opened a new chapter in Canada's treatment of its First Nations.
Toys May Be Scarce (And Cost More) This Holiday Season Due To Shipping Turmoil
by Alina Selyukh
Toy makers and sellers are in a crisis ahead of the holidays, ensnarled in unprecedented shipping turmoil.
The R. Kelly Verdict Is A Relief For Those Advocating For The Voices Of Black Girls
by Natalie Moore
For decades, R&B singer R. Kelly dodged allegations of abuse toward Black women and girls. His guilty verdict has been a relief for those advocating for Black girls, especially in Chicago.
Why Texas' Draft Map Of Congressional Districts Is Rankling Many Black, Latino Voters
NPR's Ailsa Chang talks with Michael Li, senior counsel at the Brennan Center, and James Barragán, reporter at The Texas Tribune, about the redistricting process in Texas and around the country.
'Old Henry' Honors The Western Genre While Offering Surprises
by Bob Mondello
The "elevated Western" Old Henry stars Tim Blake Nelson as a farmer in the Oklahoma Territory whose past comes back to haunt his adversaries.
Tunisia's New Prime Minister Is The First Woman To Hold The Role In An Arab Country
by Eleanor Beardsley
Facing criticism after recent steps threatening Tunisia's young democracy, the country's president has named a new prime minister — the first woman to hold that position in an Arab country.
Humanitarian Leader Warns Of Economic Collapse In Afghanistan
NPR's Leila Fadel talks with Jan Egeland, secretary general of the Norwegian Refugee Council, about the looming economic crisis since Afghanistan's western-backed government collapsed to the Taliban.