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Israel strikes Iran and braces for retaliation
Israel launched an airstrike on Iran overnight. Blasts were heard in the capital Tehran around 3am local time. Israel's defense ministry warned it expects missile and drone retaliation.
Los Angeles' storied makeout spots offer a vantage point for the city's growth
NPR's Ailsa Chang goes on a tour with LA Times columnist Patt Morrison of Los Angeles' top makeout spots, which offer a vantage point into the city's last century of development and urban sprawl.
An online memorial honors millions of deceased veterans buried in U.S. cemeteries
NPR's Juana Summers talks with James LaPaglia of the Department of Veterans Affairs about the Veterans Legacy Memorial.
What's next for French protesters
by Eleanor Beardsley
Unhappy with the pensions reforms rammed through by President Emmanuel Macron, millions of French citizens have been protesting. But the law is still set to go into effect later this year.
A look at the new budget deal that would raise the debt ceiling
by Deirdre Walsh
The White House and House Republicans have a deal on the debt ceiling. What remains to be done — and what are the roadblocks — ahead of a vote this week in the House?
Antarctica cruises are more popular than ever. Experts say they need more regulations
by Greg Allen
Cruises to Antarctica, already popular, have grown dramatically in recent years. Scientists and advocacy groups say tighter regulation is needed to minimize the impact on wildlife and the environment.
The Colorado River deal won't be enough to save the river long term, experts say
by Kirk Siegler
There are winners and losers in the new landmark deal to avert a water shortage crisis on the Colorado River. But experts say it doesn't go far enough and no one should be celebrating.
Unpacking the series finale of 'Succession'
The saga of the Roy family has finally ended. NPR's Pop Culture Happy Hour team has a wrap on the series finale.
Memorial Day: Actor Gary Sinise and the LT. Dan Band perform for troops and veterans
Forrest Gump actor Gary Sinise and the Lt. Dan Band are playing for troops and veterans while celebrating service members on Memorial Day.
Uganda's LGBTQ community faces harsh legislation — including the death penalty
Uganda's president has approved some of the harshest anti LGBTQ legislation in the world, including life imprisonment and even the death penalty. What will this mean for Uganda's queer community now?
Ahead of $15 billion climate deal, Vietnam's human rights record is scrutinized
by Michael Copley
Activists want wealthy countries and investment institutions to address Vietnam's human rights record before they provide funds to the country to address climate change.
A teacher brought a hungry student a sandwich, but it meant much more to her
Growing up, Evelyn Flores' parents were flower farmers in Mexico. When they fell on hard times, school lunches were too expensive. Her mom would bring her food — but one day, she didn't show up.
Remembering Doc Todd, a rapper who helped other veterans
by Elizabeth Blair
George Michael Todd, a combat medic in Afghanistan, helped grapple with his own PTSD and that of other vets by making a rap album called Combat Medicine. "Doc Todd" died earlier this month.