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National

Supreme Court allows Trump to fire members of independent agencies — for now

4:18am May 23, 2025

by Michel Martin

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.

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The team at Planet Money has the scoop on tacit collusion

by Amanda Aronczyk

When it comes to fancy ice cream brands, Häagen-Dazs and Ben & Jerry's, each stay in their lanes. Is it just coincidence that one keeps things smooth and simple while the other is full of chunks?

6 HBCU marching bands compete in this weekend's Honda Battle of the Bands

by Ben Abrams

Morgan State University in Maryland competes Saturday in its first Honda Battle of the Bands performance in Montgomery, Ala. It's the largest showcase for HBCU marching bands in the country.

Scientists found high levels of poison in poet Pablo Neruda's remains

by Carrie Kahn

Relatives say a report by international forensic experts confirms their decades-long suspicions that Chilean poet and Nobel laureate Pablo Neruda was poisoned.

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The golden rule of dog sledding? Don't let go of the sled

by Catharine Richert

In a cold winter, some Minnesotans embrace the season with dog sleds. A reporter learns firsthand what it's like to be in the driver's seat.

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Residents near the train derailment are told it's safe to go home. Is it?

This month's train derailment in Ohio unleashed toxic fumes into the air around East Palestine. NPR's Steve Inskeep asks Johns Hopkins expert Peter DeCarlo about safety concerns.

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At a community meeting, residents voice concerns about Ohio train derailment

Officials in Ohio say cleanup of the site of a derailed freight train that carried toxic chemicals is moving quickly, but some residents worry about the health impacts of the chemicals.

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Gun safety group that supports Second Amendment works to reduce deaths

NPR's Asma Khalid talks to Olivia Troye of the gun safety advocacy group 97Percent, about reducing gun deaths. Her aunt was at the mall in El Paso, Texas, Wednesday, when a shooting occurred.

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Tens of thousands of new Russian troops are forcing Ukrainian soldiers to pull back

Russia throws new conscripts into battle — beginning a winter offensive in Ukraine. Ukrainians plan their own offensive soon. Can either side avoid a stalemate?

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Music & Culture

BTS singer Suga announces his upcoming solo world tour

Concerts kick off this spring in the U.S. before heading to Asia. The entire super group won't reunite until 2025 — when members of the K-pop sensation complete their mandatory military service.

Morning news brief

Russian forces have begun an offensive in eastern Ukraine. Residents near a derailed freight train in Ohio worry about toxic chemicals. One of the deadliest U.S. federal prison units is closing.

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Sports

Michael Jordan celebrates 60th birthday by donating to Make-A-Wish Foundation

The basketball legend donated $10 million which is the largest donation from an individual in the organization's history — clearly making Michael Jordan their Michael Jordan of giving.

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Hundreds of thousands of people turn out for Chiefs Super Bowl victory parade

by Frank Morris

Kansas City celebrated the Chiefs' Super Bowl win with a raucous parade and rally that turned the city's downtown red.