Why Japan sees President Trump's tariffs as a 'national crisis'
Although largely paused, President Trump's tariffs present a major threat to Japan's already flagging economy.
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The latest on the aid situation in Gaza, Harvard's president discusses the university's battle with the Trump administration, corporate America's retreat from DEI has eliminated thousands of jobs.
President Trump seeks new nuclear deal with Iran
President Trump said weekend negotiations for a new nuclear deal with Iran were, in his words, "very good." NPR reports on the latest on the talks and what it might take to reach an agreement.
King Charles visits Canada in show of support for the country's sovereignty
King Charles' visit to Canada, the first by a British monarch in decades, is being seen as a show of support for its sovereignty after President Trump said he wanted to make Canada the 51st state.
U.S.-backed group faces criticism as it begins bringing food to Gaza
A new group backed by the U.S. is beginning to bring food to Gaza. But it is facing growing criticism, and the group's own director has resigned, saying the program is not humanitarian.
Norwegian Refugee Council's Ahmed Bayram discusses the aid situation in Gaza
NPR's A Martinez asks Ahmed Bayram, spokesperson for the Norwegian Refugee Council, about the aid situation in Gaza after the resignation of the head of the Gaza Humanitarian Foundation.
The Scripps National Spelling Bee celebrates its 100th anniversary this week
Past Spelling Bee champions reflect on the words that shaped their lives.
27 hospitalized, including 4 children, after car plows into Liverpool FC parade
A 53-year-old man is in police custody. He is from the Liverpool area and is believed to be the driver, police said.
Trump criticizes Putin after Russia launches massive attack on Ukraine
President Trump rebuked Vladimir Putin after Russia launched some of the biggest air attacks against Ukraine since its invasion more than three years ago. Then the Kremlin replied.
Mass displacement in Gaza as Israel increases airstrikes
Palestinians have been massively displaced from areas of Gaza under a new Israeli military effort. Many have ended up in Gaza City where families are pitching tents near a once-picturesque seaport.