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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.
Weather got you down? Here are some tips to help you love winter
by Marielle Segarra
If you're feeling fed up with winter — the icy weather, the gray skies, the shorter days and lack of sunlight — you're not alone. What can we learn from other countries have to endure such weather?
Judge weighs DOJ request to drop criminal charges against NYC Mayor Eric Adams
by Brian Mann
New York City Mayor Eric Adams and DOJ attorneys appeared before federal Judge Dale Ho Tuesday afternoon, arguing that five federal corruption and bribery charges against Adams should be put on hold.
The new Chinese animated film 'Ne Zha 2' is setting new box office records
by John Ruwitch
An animated feature about a mythical child on a quest has taken China by storm and shattered records. The film is now in U.S. cinemas.
Government watchdogs are making new tools to track spending and cuts
by Mary Childs
Thanks to the U.S. government's tradition of data transparency, there is a way to see exactly what money is going to government programs and agencies. O research group used it to create a widget.
Abortion access opens up again in Missouri
Months after a public vote to end one of the strictest bans in the U.S., abortion access starts opening up in Missouri clinics. It's part of the ongoing changes in abortion rights as the issue varies now state by state.
Will Musk's tactic of firing people to cut costs make the government more efficient?
by Bobby Allyn
Billionaire Elon Musk is helping the Trump administration orchestrate mass firings of federal workers, a tactic he's used in his business career. He's up against different realities in the government.
Why architects are often leading men (and women) in the movies
by Patrick Jarenwattananon
Why are so many love interests in romantic comedy or romance movies architects? NPR finds out from an Architectural Digest writer.
Forest Service layoffs will leave the U.S. more prone to wildfires, employees say
Firings at the U.S. Forest Service will interrupt land management work that will leave the U.S. more exposed to damaging wildfires, among other impacts, according to employees at the agency.
Personal Finance columnist says CFPB is important 'one stop shop' to protect consumers
by Scott Detrow
NPR's Scott Detrow speaks with personal finance columnist Susan Tompor about the real-world implications of the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau being dismantled.
U.S. foreign aid freeze shuts down critical infrastructure projects in the West Bank
by Daniel Estrin
The U.S. Agency for International Development was the biggest funder of projects for Palestinians to encourage stability and peace. Now these projects are under a stop-work order.
Is the U.S. heading for autocracy?
by Connor Donevan
Since he took office four weeks ago, President Trump has taken a series of actions that have upended the traditional role of government. Are they pushing the United States closer to an autocracy?