Why did Israel strike Iran? An Israeli politician and a U.S.-Iran expert weigh in
NPR's Steve Inskeep speaks with Israel's U.N. Ambassador Danny Danon about his country's strikes.
In Iraq, Herding Water Buffalo Is Once Again A Growing Industry
In the marshes of southern Iraq, water buffalos provide a livelihood for people outside the reach of many of the country's problems. There are new efforts intended to boost local agriculture.
News Brief: Chauvin Trial, COVID-19 Vaccine Demand, Supply Crunch
Prosecutors in the Derek Chauvin trial will wrap up this week. In parts of the U.S., supply and demand for vaccines is a little lopsided. The White House holds a meeting on the lack of semiconductors.
How A Viral Cheese Sandwich Tweet May Help To Pay Medical Bills
An iconic tweet from the Fyre Festival is now available to buy as an NFT. The person who wrote the tweet is hoping to raise money to pay for the kidney transplant he needs.
Iran Says Blackout At Underground Atomic Facility Is 'Nuclear Terrorism'
An Iranian nuclear facility was knocked off line Sunday. Iran has blamed Israel, which does not want Washington and Tehran to once again agree to a nuclear pact that would ease sanctions on Iran.
Irish Golfer Rory McIlroy Makes Tricky Shot After Hitting Spectator
That spectator was McIlroy's father, who was standing on the fairway at the Masters. The ball bounced off his dad's leg and then went in the hole. McIlroy's dad wasn't hurt.
The CDC Says Racism Is A Public Health Threat. Here's What It Means
The CDC has declared racism a "serious threat" to public health. NPR's Steve Inskeep speaks with Dr. Camara Phyllis Jones, who worked for the CDC and now studies race and health at Emory University.
Biden Administration Recommends New Budget To Congress
President Biden wants Congress to give more money to schools, the CDC, and foreign aid. It's part of his first budget request, a document aimed at setting a tone for spending decisions.
