Hear from people in Iran and Israel as the countries continue to exchange airstrikes
People in Iran and Israel share their experiences as airstrikes ordered by the leadership of the two countries continue.
Low-Income Areas Hit Hard When Storm Wreaked Havoc On Mississippi
Not all of the residents of Jackson, Miss., have had clean water restored — weeks after a winter storm. It's leading to major questions over emergency preparedness, and the state of infrastructure.
Pope Francis Concludes 1st Papal Visit To Iraq With Mass In Erbil
Pope Francis is back at the Vatican after a historic trip to Iraq, the home of a dwindling but determined Christian community.
'Until The World Shatters' Explores Jade's Role In Myanmar's Struggles
NPR's Steve Inskeep talks to author Daniel Combs about his book Until the World Shatters, which explores the connection between Myanmar's jade industry and a long-running civil war.
The Complexities Of Raising The Minimum Wage On The Retail Industry
The debate over raising the federal minimum wage to $15 an hour is often framed as big government versus small business. But among small shop owners, there is little consensus on the proposal.
As Vaccinations Continue, COVID-19 Cases Plateau. Is Progress Stalled?
An increasing number of Americans expect something like "normal" to return within the next six months. But health officials say we should stay vigilant even as the pace of vaccinations accelerates.
Toy Pirate Ship, Launched In Scotland, Arrives In Florida
In 2017 two brothers from Scotland released a toy pirate ship which was lost at sea. They tried again with Adventure II — attaching a GPS so they could track its movements and share on social media.
What Did The New York Woman Find Behind Her Bathroom Mirror?
The woman noticed a cold breeze in her apartment, but no windows were open. She tracked down the source: She removed the bathroom mirror and found a square hole that led to another apartment.
News Brief: Relief Bill, Pandemic Roundup, Derek Chauvin Trial
Congress nears approving COVID-19 relief measure. Health officials remind everyone to remain vigilant of coronavirus. The ex-Minneapolis officer accused of killing George Floyd goes on trial Monday.
Seeing Through A Trans Lens: Torrey Peters Pens 'Detransition, Baby'
Torrey Peters' new book features three people who struggle with parenthood and family questions. She says a transgender lens can help everyone understand the limits of how we define gender.
Fitness Coach Streams His Last Virtual Workout For Kids As Schools Reopen In London
British Fitness instructor Joe Wicks has run an online exercise class that became very popular with families since the early days of the Pandemic. His last session is today.