Israel bars aid from entering Gaza from Jordan
Jordan has been a hub for humanitarian aid going to Gaza. It's just a few hours drive from the Gaza border. But now, amid spreading famine, Israel is allowing only supplies from Israel to enter Gaza.
U.S. Pushes For De-Escalation In Latest Israeli-Palestinian Violence
Exchanges of rocket fire and airstrikes have turned life upside down for people in Gaza and Israel, and the conflict has no end in sight. President Biden reassured Israel of his unwavering support.
Israel Must Prepare For More Violence, Netanyahu Adviser Says
NPR's Steve Inskeep talks with Mark Regev, senior adviser to Israel's president about why tensions with Palestinians have again boiled over into deadly confrontations, and how to break the cycle.
Reaction In Wyoming Is Mixed To Cheney's Removal From GOP Post
GOP Rep. Liz Cheney was removed from her House leadership position. Many voters in Wyoming believe she's been shafted, while others have wanted her to resign since she voted to impeach Donald Trump.
Biden Signs Executive Order On Cybersecurity In Wake Of Pipeline Hack
Following a ransomware attack on a major U.S. pipeline, President Biden announced his broad plan to make both the U.S. government and private companies more secure against future cyber breaches.
Thief Steals Backpack With $20,000 Prosthetic Arm Inside
Parker Hanson, who was born without a left hand, plays college baseball. Friends started fundraisers to replace the prosthetic. A hospital is donating a new one, so money raised will go to charity.
Lewis' Memoir Describes Being A Teen Mom In College While Raising A Daughter
In the new book Pregnant Girl, Nicole Lewis shares her experience as a Black teenage mother and college student fighting for opportunities for herself and her child.
Canadian Police Find Culprits Who Stole Wooden Posts
At first police were stumped, but they found the culprits down by the water. A bunch of beavers were to blame. Local news called the event the ultimate Canadian heist.
Biden's Plan To Replace Lead Pipe Would Be A Massive, Expensive Project
Part of President Biden's infrastructure proposal calls for replacing all lead water service lines in the country. The experience of Flint, Mich., shows both the need for that, and the challenge.
News Brief: Gas Hoarding, Israeli-Palestinian Violence, Vulnerable Migrants
Amid panic buying, hacked pipeline is restarted. Israeli airstrikes into Gaza continue as Hamas shows no sign of backing down. Some migrants are being granted humanitarian exceptions.
Knight Commission Task Force Examines Racial Equity In College Sports
NPR's Rachel Martin speaks with Shanteona Keys of the Knight Commission on Intercollegiate Athletics about the organization's new report on achieving racial equity in college sports.