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Russian troops press toward Ukraine's second largest city, Kharkiv
Ukraine says it is struggling to contain a new Russian offensive in a northeastern border region. Its army is short on troops and ammunition. How has Russia gained momentum in this war?
Super Bowl LVII is expected to set a betting record
by H.J. Mai
Sunday's big game is likely to set a betting record with an estimated $16 billion in wagers. The rise in sports betting, however, is also leading to more gambling addictions.
Brazil's president hopes to revive ties with the U.S. during White House visit
by Carrie Kahn
Brazil's new leader Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva meets Friday with President Biden. The two presidents have a lot in common — both Brazil and the U.S. suffered attacks by right-wing extremists.
Iran's supreme leader pledges to pardon thousands of jailed protesters
NPR's Leila Fadel Fadel talks to human rights lawyer Gissou Nia of the Atlantic Council, about how many protesters could be released when Iran pardons thousands of demonstrators.
Why are there so many jobs when there's talk about a possible recession?
One idea is labor hoarding. That's where employers hold onto more staff than they need. That's because the costs of rehiring are so high.
Queen of Salsa, Celia Cruz, is making history nearly 20 years after her death
Salsa music icon, Celia Cruz, will soon be the first Afro Latina to be featured on a United States quarter.
An organization works to get Republicans to focus on issues important to Gen Z
NPR's Leila Fadel talks to Joe Mitchell of Run Gen Z, which supports young Republicans running for office, about the next generation of leadership in the Republican Party.
Morning news brief
Turkey's president admits there were problems with his government's initial quake response, President Biden takes his message on the road, Florida lawmakers aim to end Disney World's self-governance.
NPR asks a senior Iranian official about protests and Iran's conservative dress code
All Things Considered co-host Mary Louise Kelly is reporting from Iran this week. Iran's Foreign Minister Hossein Amir-Abdollahian spoke to her in a wide-ranging interview.
When you think of ballet, Black Sabbath probably doesn't come to mind
A ballet featuring music from the heavy metal band opens later this year in England. Guitarist Tony Iommi told the BBC he appreciates the art form, even if he's never been to the ballet.