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.
A Preview Of New Music To Start Off 2021
Another member of the NPR Music team previews two of the albums she's looking forward to hearing in 2021.
Ohio Puts Teachers At The Front Of The COVID-19 Vaccine Line
Teachers and school staff in Ohio are being prioritized to get the vaccine. The governor made the decision as a way to get students back in the classrooms, but teachers and parents have concerns.
Examining How The Trump Years Helped To Shape The Media
The Trump years have been good for many news organizations — fueling spikes in cable news ratings and national newspaper subscriptions. It has also left the media's credibility severely diminished.
Trump Administration Adds Tariffs To Some Merchandise Out Of France
The U.S. is slapping new tariffs on French handbags, cognac and other products. The import taxes are the latest weapons in trans-Atlantic trade disputes involving Internet companies and jet makers.
Prosecutor: No Charges Will Be Filed Against Officer Who Shot Jacob Blake
Protesters were out in Kenosha, Wis., after the district attorney announced Tuesday that he will not file charges against the white police officer who shot Jacob Blake, a Black man, in August.
Congress Will Meet To Certify Presidential Election Vote Tally
Congress meets in a joint session on Wednesday to formally count the Electoral College votes. Numerous Republican members of the House and Senate plan to go on record against Joe Biden's victory.
French Government Is Criticized For Slow Rollout Of COVID-19 Vaccine
Government officials in France are under fire for the slow rollout of the coronavirus vaccine. The country has one of the highest death tolls from the pandemic in Europe — more than 66,000.
Trump Supporters Gather For 3rd Rally In D.C. Since November's Election
As thousands of supporters of President Trump converge again on Washington, D.C., to reject election results based on debunked claims of fraud, Congress is expected to certify the results.
States Have An Official Flag. Massachusetts May Get A State Dinosaur
Massachusetts lawmaker Jack Lewis is inviting kids to vote on which dinosaur should represent the Bay State. The choice is between Podokesaurus holyokensis and Anchisaurus polyzelus.
With 'The Great Gatsby' In Public Domain, Artists Riff On Classic Story
A growing online chorus wants a Muppet version of The Great Gatsby. One writer suggested Kermit as Gatsby, Miss Piggy as Daisy and Fozzie Bear as Tom. Even Statler and Waldorf could appreciate that.
Execution Date Nears For Only Woman On Federal Death Row
Lisa Montgomery is to be put to death next week. The woman she killed was eight months pregnant. Montgomery's lawyers filed for clemency, saying she was tortured as a child and is mentally ill.