Why did Israel strike Iran? An Israeli politician and a US-Iran expert weigh in
NPR's Steve Inskeep speaks with Israel's UN Ambassador Danny Danon about his country's strikes.
Iran faces pressure for its treatment of women. The president's wife defends it
NPR's Steve Inskeep talks to Jamileh Alamolhoda, wife of Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi, about why Iran's ruling establishment won't compromise on compulsory headscarves.
Morocco quake survivors face futures in encampments without plumbing, electricity
Survivors of the Morocco earthquake grapple with the prospect of long stays in tent cities.
Economists wonder what impact a government shutdown would have on the economy
Without a deal on Capitol Hill, current spending laws expire on Sept. 30. Ahead of a potential government shutdown, Wall Street is gaming out what it could mean for the U.S. economy.
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Striking Hollywood writers reach a tentative deal with studios. If the government shuts down, what impact would that have on the economy? One in four inmate deaths happens in the same federal prison.
The U.S. government will send up to 4 free COVID tests to anyone who requests them
NPR's Steve Inskeep speaks with Assistant Secretary for Preparedness and Response Dawn O'Connell about giving away free COVID tests again, and issuing grants for U.S. test manufacturers.
Why 1 in 4 inmate deaths happens in the same federal prison in North Carolina
A quarter of federal inmate deaths occur at North Carolina's Butner prison complex. Some federal inmates only arrived at its medical facility after waiting months or even years for care elsewhere.
Is it true that taking a dip in freezing cold water has health benefits?
Lots of people are touting the benefits of cold water immersion but is there research to back up these claims? We check with scientists.
Democratic Sen. Menendez indicted on federal corruption charges
A federal indictment unsealed Friday accuses Menendez and his wife of engaging in "a corrupt relationship with three New Jersey associates and businessmen."
Hundreds of runners are expected for the 45th annual Clarence DeMar Marathon
Sunday's race in Keene, N.H., is named after a New England resident who was one of the best distance runners of the early 20th century. He played a role in redefining our relationship to exercise.
Despite appearance at the U.N., Sudan's conflict threatens to engulf parts of Africa
Sudan's army chief addressed the United Nations in an effort to burnish his image as statesman, while his rival posted his own attempted address online from Sudan.