Supreme Court allows Trump to fire members of independent agencies — for now
The U.S. Supreme Court on Thursday granted the Trump administration's emergency request to fire the heads of two independent agencies. But the decision is technically a temporary one.
Congress averts government shutdown. Passes another short-term funding bill
The stopgap funding bill goes through February, and is the latest in a series of short-term extensions.
Biden faces pushback within his own party for his unwavering support of Israel
President Biden takes the long view on Middle East peace. But in the short term — in an election year — that could be a problem.
Anti-war protesters turn out in Tel Aviv for demonstration approved by police
Israeli authorities permitted a rare anti-war protest in Tel Aviv. It drew several hundred people who called for an end to the fighting in Gaza, reflecting some of the divisions in Israel.
'The Indicator From Planet Money': The lawsuit that could shake up the rental market
Plaintiffs allege some big property management companies colluded to raise rental prices using an algorithm. How do these lawsuits challenge conventional thinking about collusion?
Politicians, lobbyists are banned from using ChatGPT for official campaign business
Open AI, the company behind the popular tool ChatGPT, says it won't allow politicians and lobbyists to use its products during campaign season over fears of potential abuse and cybersecurity risks.
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Justice Department report finds failures in response to the Uvalde attack. Congress averts a government shutdown by passing another short-term funding bill. Iran attacks add to tension in the region.
Pakistan carried out airstrikes inside Iran — targeting militant positions
Pakistan struck Iranian territory in response to Iranian strikes in Pakistani territory earlier this week. Pakistan has expelled the Iranian ambassador.
New Hampshire hosts the nation's first presidential primary next week
NPR's A Martinez speaks with New Hampshire Secretary of State David Scanlan about his state's upcoming primary election. The state has been the first to hold a primary for more than 100 years .
The Biden administration insists a 2-state solution remains a real possibility
Administration officials say Palestinian statehood, as part of a normalization between Israel and Arab countries, is achievable. NPR's Leila Fadel talks to Brian Katulis of the Middle East Institute.
Ever been at an airport and thought — I'd rather be playing hoops?
The Indianapolis International Airport has a full-length, regulation basketball court. The city is hosting the 2024 NBA All-Star game next month.
Lexington, Kentucky, unveiled a new tourism campaign beyond this planet
The city used a laser to beam its message to a solar system 40 light years away. It features beautiful Kentucky scenery, and includes the molecular structure of a popular Kentucky export: bourbon.