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How the threat of war is unifying people in Pakistan
by Betsy Joles
Pakistanis remain on their toes amid tensions with India. But the threat of war is unifying people in a country where many have become disenchanted with their civilian and military leadership.
Trump's legislative agenda faces a crucial test next week in the House
by Barbara Sprunt
Senators in D.C. were up into the early morning hours doing a "vote-a-rama." It's part of a budget resolution process being used to unlock a path to implement President Trump's legislative agenda.
Comedian Ronny Chieng on his journey from law student to 'Daily Show' correspondent
On Wild Card, we ask the kinds of questions people often think about but don't talk about. Comedian Ronny Chieng reflects on a disappointing experience that turned out to be a blessing.
Hong Kong's main opposition party prepares to shut down
by Emily Feng
The leaders of the Hong Kong Democratic Party announced their plans to dissolve the party. This move comes after years of political pressure from Beijing that includes a national security law.
States and biomedical research institutions fight funding cuts in court
by Jonathan Lambert
Lawyers representing 22 states and a coalition of research organizations were in federal court Friday trying to retain science funding the Trump administration wants to cut.
What it would mean to eliminate the Education Department
by Elena Burnett
President Trump says he wants to eliminate the Department of Education. NPR speaks with two former education secretaries to dig into what this means and whether it's possible.
Two Greenlanders share contrasting views on U.S. overtures to acquire their homeland
by Tinbete Ermyas
Two Greenlanders share contrasting views on U.S. overtures to acquire their homeland, following a January visit to the territory by President Trump's eldest son.
High-stakes showdown is brewing between a federal judge and Trump officials at USAID
by Frank Langfitt
Aid groups are asking a federal judge to find USAID and State Department officials in contempt for not restoring funding to global programs. USAID says it has a legal right to cancel contracts.
As Trump works more closely with Russia, Ukraine is left in a bind
by Greg Myre
President Trump is diverging from decades of U.S. foreign policy when it comes to Russia.
How a uniquely human genetic tweak changed the voices of mice
by Nell Greenfieldboyce
A new study shows that giving mice the human version of a gene changes their squeak, suggesting some of the genetic underpinnings of language.
Play ball! Spring training brings hope and questions for the new baseball season
by Becky Sullivan
Baseball is back. Spring training is underway and the regular season is coming - as are questions about the money behind the sport.
This year's CPAC is a victory lap for Trump's first month in office
by Stephen Fowler
The annual Conservative Political Action Conference is underway outside of Washington, D.C. A major theme has been the array of actions President Trump has taken during his first month in office.
House Republicans split over Medicaid changes to pay for Trump tax cuts
by Deirdre Walsh
The House GOP budget resolution relies on significant cuts to Medicaid. Some Republican lawmakers are warning about the effect this could have on their constituents.