At Big Bend National Park, bulldozers begin clearing pristine desert land for border barrier work
A coalition of landowners, outdoor enthusiasts and business owners that say any work in Big Bend National Park would forever…
Feds probe ‘mention markets.’ And, lawmakers call for investigation into USS Lincoln
Federal regulators are reviewing 'mention markets' that allow wagers on what public figures will say. And, Democratic lawmakers call for…
From Europe to Asia, floods to heatwaves, world experiences weather shocks
At least eight people died in Japan as heavy rains flooded roads and disrupted traffic while firefighters from Britain to…
The drug lenacapavir is a mighty weapon against HIV. Its rollout gets mixed reviews
It's a twice-a-year injection that is remarkably effective in preventing an HIV infection. Distribution is starting. But questions are being…
ICE uses controversial program to boost deportations. Here’s how it works in 1 county
Details on how ICE cooperation agreements work in practice have been hard to come by. NPR took a close look…
Fill in the blank on this week’s quiz: Rep. AOC is documenting ____ on Instagram
Plus, which beloved animal crossed the rainbow bridge, and what bit of papal paraphernalia did Chicago baseball fans get this…
Inflation eased slightly in July. And, ICE plans to give officers electric shock gloves
Inflation cooled a bit last month, according to a new report from the Labor Department. And, ICE plans to equip…
Judge dismisses Trump administration lawsuit alleging antisemitism at Harvard University
The decision from U.S. District Judge Richard G. Stearns said that President Donald Trump's administration failed to prove an ongoing…
Retiree benefits bump, credit repayment slump, and a dating app in the dumps
It’s Indicators of the Week!On today’s episode: Retirees get a bump in benefits; credit card debt delinquency at a historically…
Inside Colombia’s big quake – and why more could be coming
The 7.4 magnitude earthquake that struck Columbia was devastating. Host Regina Barber talks to earthquake geologist Rodrigo Alejandro Leon Loya…