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Dealing with Iran's nuclear program requires tricky diplomacy. But there's low trust
by Michele Kelemen
President Trump says U.S. and Israeli forces destroyed Iran's nuclear program. Analysts say Iran may have moved its uranium stockpiles. There's little trust, by all sides, in diplomacy.
Owners Of The Suez Canal Ship Have Reached A Compensation Deal With Egypt
by Jackie Northam
The owners of the container ship that was stuck in the Suez Canal in March have reached a compensation deal with Egyptian authorities. Jammed for nearly a week, the blockage disrupted global shipping.
Sports Writer Explains Why It's Been Such A Bizarre, Injury-Marred NBA Postseason
Whichever team wins the NBA title, it'll be the first time they've done so in decades or ever. NPR's Ailsa Chang talks with Maitreyi Anantharaman of Defector about a bizarre, injury-marred postseason.
Defense Secretary Says He Supports Reform To Military Justice System
by Tom Bowman
Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin told lawmakers he supports a major change to the military justice system. It would let independent military lawyers handle cases of sexual assault and domestic violence.
In The Wake Of The Pandemic, Workers Are Reestablishing Their Values — By Quitting
by Andrea Hsu
In the wake of the pandemic, workers are quitting their jobs in record numbers. Some say they want to work less and enjoy life more. Others simply don't want to sit in an office full-time.
Former High School Cheerleader's Online F-Bombs Are Deemed Protected Speech
by Nina Totenberg
The U.S. Supreme Court sided with students on Wednesday, ruling that a former cheerleader's online F-bombs about her school is protected speech under the First Amendment.
CDC Panel Says Heart Inflammation In Young People Post-Vaccine Is Rare
by Pien Huang
Advisers to the CDC met to discuss some side effects associated with the Pfizer and Moderna vaccines. In a small number of recipients the vaccines may be causing temporary inflammation to the heart.
Nearly 500 State Legislators Sign Letter Pleading Congress To Pass For The People Act
NPR's Ailsa Chang speaks with Texas Rep. Trey Martinez Fischer, who organized a letter signed by nearly 500 state legislators imploring Congress pass the For the People Act to expand voting rights.
Celebrating The 40th Anniversary Of 'Dynasty,' A Trailblazer For Queer Representation
by Chloe Veltman
Offering scenes of unforgettable camp and introducing one of the first out gay characters to mass audiences, the primetime TV series Dynasty achieved iconic status, especially among LGBTQ+ audiences.
White House Adviser Says Biden Will Keep Pushing For 'Human Infrastructure Bill,' Too
NPR's Audie Cornish talks with Heather Boushey, a member of the White House Council of Economic Advisers, on President Biden's infrastructure plan and expanded child tax credits.
NYPD-ATF Partnership To Target Illegal Guns To Try To Reduce Gun Violence
by Jasmine Garsd
New York police are teaming up with Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives agents to combat illegal guns, which may be driving gun violence. But hard-hit communities want better policing.