Many Afghans living in the U.S. fear being tortured or killed if they get deported
Roughly 200,000 Afghans came to the U.S. after the Taliban seized control in Afghanistan in 2021. Many are worried about their future as President Trump has steadily eliminated legal protections.
Gene-Editing Experiment Improves Sight In Patients With Impaired Vision
For the first time, scientists are reporting they restored vision to people blinded by a rare genetic disorder by infusing the revolutionary gene-editing technique directly into cells inside the body.
Financial Markets Are Nervous The Government Could Default On Its Debts
Senate Republicans once again blocked an effort to increase the government's borrowing authority, raising the risk of an unprecedented federal default in less than three weeks.
House Hearing Will Pick Up Where Senate Panel Left Off On Afghan Withdrawal
NPR's Noel King speaks to GOP Rep. Mike Waltz of Florida, a member of the House Armed Services Committee and a veteran of Afghanistan, about Wednesday's House hearing on the Afghan withdrawal.
The U.S. Withdrawal From Afghanistan Gets A Hearing In The House
Top U.S. military officials will testify Wednesday before a House committee on the withdrawal from Afghanistan. On Tuesday, there were sharp exchanges during similar questioning by senators.
Britney Spears Will Be Back In Court Over Her Conservatorship
A judge could rule whether Britney Spears' father will be removed as conservator of her estate. In June, Spears revealed she's had no control over her finances or personal life for the past 13 years.
Fan Of Spaghetti? You May Want To Visit Eminem's Detroit Restaurant
The idea for the restaurant — Mom's Spaghetti — is centered on the Detroit rapper's lyrics from "Lose Yourself." Eminem has been popping up in local TV ads for the eatery this week.
California's Eviction Moratorium Ends On Thursday
The law has kept people from falling into homelessness during the pandemic. But many say rental assistance money has been hard to access.
Week 3 Of The 'El Tiny' Takeover: Bachata And Reggaeton Musicians
For National Hispanic Heritage Month, NPR's Tiny Desk Home Concert Series is showcasing some of the best acts in Latin music. A preview of what's in store for this week.
Disney World Celebrates Its 50th Birthday
This week in 1971, Disney World opened to visitors. Walt Disney secretly acquired 40 square miles of land and unveiled his plans that would reshape the theme park industry and central Florida.
Northern California Has Been Hit With A Startling Increase Of Wildfire Smoke
Northern California has seen dramatic increases in wildfire smoke in recent years. An investigation from the California Newsroom collaborative shows it is affecting rural schools in particular.
Ski Areas Are Struggling To Find Employees For The Upcoming Season
With vaccinations on the rise, ski resorts are hoping for much more normal operations this winter. But they're having to get creative to find workers.