Dealing with Iran's nuclear program requires tricky diplomacy. But there's low trust
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.
How China's Ivory Ban Could Affect Elephant Poaching In Africa
As China's ban on ivory goes into effect, NPR's Ari Shapiro talks to professor George Wittemyer of Colorado State University about the impacts on the global ivory trade and what it might mean for elephant poaching in Africa.
Winter Storm Stresses Energy Infrastructures Along The East Coast
A powerful winter storm is dropping up to a foot-and-a-half of snow in some parts of the Northeast and Mid-Atlantic. Strong winds and cold temperatures are stressing the region's energy infrastructure.
Tips From Antarctica For How To Stay Warm During The Bomb Cyclone
The bomb cyclone has hit the eastern U.S. and already caused many flight cancelations and power outages, with more expected. From Antarctica, where temps can drop to minus 100, Palmer Station Manager Keri Nelson details how people can persevere in extreme weather.
Virginia Picks Winner Of Tied State House Election
A rare tie-breaking drawing in Richmond on Thursday gave Republicans the seat they needed to narrowly maintain their majority in the Virginia House of Delegates. It marked the end to an unusually high-stakes and high-profile statehouse race.
Justice Department Abandons Obama-Era Marijuana Guidelines
The Justice Department is rescinding an Obama-era policy that essentially removed marijuana from the list of federal drug enforcement priorities as more states legalized it. But officials did not detail what the practical implications might be for marijuana users in states where use is lawful.
U.S. To Pakistan: Crack Down On Terrorism Or Lose U.S. Aid
The White House has suspended all U.S. security assistance to Pakistan, and is calling on Pakistan to deny safe haven to extremists who are undermining Afghanistan's government.
Trump Still Dismissive Of Bannon, Though Bannon Says He Supports Trump
A day after explosive book excerpts show President Trump's former chief strategist Steve Bannon trashing Trump and his family, the president continues to be dismissive of Bannon.
Colorado Gov. On How Federal Marijuana Decision Could Affect State
NPR's Ari Shapiro speaks with Democratic Colorado Gov. John Hickenlooper about Attorney General Jeff Sessions' decision to rescind the Obama-era policy on marijuana.
Kris Kobach On What Led To The Disbandment Of Controversial Election Commission
NPR's Robert Siegel speaks with Kansas' Secretary of State Kris Kobach, who served as the vice-chair of the Presidential Advisory Committee on Election Integrity, about the White House decision to dissolve the panel.