Why is the World at War?
A new report shows conflicts across the globe surged in 2025, reaching levels not seen since the Second World War.…
Democratic Rep. Walkinshaw: ‘Common sense’ ICE reforms were left out of funding bill
Congress has passed funding for ICE and Border Patrol through the rest of President Trump's second term. NPR's Michel Martin…
Taiwan drills with U.S. rocket system, firing in China’s direction
The drill on Wednesday marked the first time the U.S.-supplied HIMARS system has been fired into the Taiwan Strait.
Inflation tops 4% for the first time in 3 years on spike in gasoline prices
Inflation has surged to its highest level in more than three years since the U.S. and Israel launched their war…
Israeli leader who pulled out of Lebanon warns against getting stuck again
Ehud Barak withdrew Israeli forces from Lebanon in 2000, ending an occupation that lasted nearly two decades. He says that…
U.S. and Iran exchange strikes. And, House passes ICE and Border Patrol funding
The U.S. and Iran have exchanged strikes after a helicopter was downed Monday near the Strait of Hormuz. And, House…
July 1 brings big student loan changes. Here’s what you need to know
A popular (and generous) repayment plan ends, two new plans begin and many borrowers will see new loan limits.
The World Cup is starting. Here’s what to know and how to watch
This summer, 48 men's national teams will compete in the World Cup's biggest tournament ever. Here are a few of…
China re‑centers North Korea ties as nuclear silence reshapes balance
Xi's silence on North Korea's nuclear program came as Kim tried to convince the world of the irreversibility of his…
ICE denies having a protester database. But a letter to Congress sheds more light
In a previously unpublicized letter to Congress, the newly-departed head of ICE said the agency collects data on people suspected…