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Can’t-miss interviews: Martha Stewart, Japanese Breakfast and an astronaut
Rounding up the big interviews you might have missed, from gardening tips with Martha Stewart to a conversation with a former astronaut about what happens to our bodies after that much time in space.
‘The Residence’ is a well-done whodunit set at the White House
Uzo Aduba stars as a brilliant detective in this high-energy, light-hearted murder mystery show on Netflix.
For the first time, Alabama says methane ‘likely’ caused fatal home explosion above coal mine
State officials have ordered tighter monitoring of methane gas above coal mines in the state after a slap on the wrist from federal officials. Will it be enough to mitigate the risks?
Flights resume at London Heathrow after a daylong closure sparked travel chaos
Heathrow Airport said it was "fully operational" on Saturday, after an almost daylong closure sparked by an electrical substation fire. But airlines warned that severe disruption will last for days.
Some European countries and Canada issue advisories for travelers to the U.S.
The advisories come after some citizens from European countries and Canada have been detained and deported by immigration officials while traveling to the United States.
Court hearing centers on Newsmax CEO’s role in spreading election-fraud claims
Newsmax is being sued for defamation by Dominion Voting Systems — the same company that sued Fox News over false 2020 election-fraud claims and walked away with a nearly $800 million settlement.
Trump has U.S. Indo-Pacific allies guessing on trade and security
As with Europe, the Trump administration is sending conflicting signals to America's long-standing allies in Asia, with whom the U.S. has deep-rooted security agreements that date back to the 1950s.
The Social Security Administration’s many proposed changes are worrying advocates
The Trump administration has announced a flurry of changes at the agency that oversees Social Security. Advocates warn these moves could lead to people having a harder time getting help with benefits.
George Foreman, the fearsome heavyweight who became a beloved champion, dies at 76
The heavyweight who lost the "Rumble in the Jungle" to Muhammad Ali before authoring an inspiring second act as a 45-year-old champion and a successful businessman was 76.
Voice of America staff sue Trump administration for shutting down network
Six Voice of America journalists and a director at its parent agency have sued the Trump administration, alleging its moves to shut down the U.S.-funded network are unconstitutional.
Homeland Security makes cuts to civil rights and immigration oversight offices
DHS confirms it is implementing a reduction in force in three oversight offices as part of the effort to cut the federal workforce.
What’s the ideal age to reach a life milestone? Many Americans say it depends
Owning a home, starting a family or retiring: If these are things you want, what's the best age to do them? The Pew Research Center surveyed 3,600 U.S. adults to find out.
What we know about the case of detained Georgetown professor Badar Khan Suri
The Indian national and postdoctoral fellow is the latest scholar detained or deported by the Trump administration for speaking in support of Palestinian rights or criticizing Israel's actions in Gaza.
Screens and sleep. Maybe not so bad?
We hear a lot about how screens impact our sleep, but how significant is the disruption? And how much does exercise predict sleep quality? This story first appeared in the Body Electric newsletter.
Whistleblower John Barnett’s family files wrongful death suit against Boeing
The lawsuit includes a photo of a notebook found in John Barnett's truck when he died by suicide, bearing the message, "I pray Boeing Pays!!!" In response to the new lawsuit, Boeing said in a statement, "We are saddened by John Barnett's death and extend our condolences to his family."
International Day of Forests arrives amid concerns over Trump’s sweeping logging agenda
The world celebrates International Day of Forests on Friday, but President Trump aims to expand American logging and roll back reforestation efforts.
Trump wants states to handle disasters. States aren’t prepared
President Trump says he's thinking of getting rid of the country's disaster response agency, FEMA. States say they can't replicate what FEMA does on their own.
Trump says Education Department will no longer oversee student loans, ‘special needs’
The president said federal student loans would move to the Small Business Administration, and hinted that the Department of Health and Human Services would take over special education oversight.
The ‘Severance’ finale asks: How far would your innie go for your outie?
This season of the Apple TV+ show has found new ways to explore subjugation. Next season, we need answers about logistics.
‘The Alto Knights’ is a mob drama with a double dose of De Niro and … not much else
Robert De Niro plays rival mob bosses in a new biographical crime drama. But while it's fun to watch De Niro argue with himself, The Alto Knights ultimately feels dubious and derivative.
Elon Musk heads to the Pentagon, sparking controversy
The New York Times reported Musk would be getting a briefing on U.S. plans for any potential war against China. The Trump administration is pushing back, saying this is false.
Military’s DEI purge seen putting its future — and its history — at risk
Many Pentagon materials now labeled as "DEI" were a bit more like advertisements — aimed at recruits who have shown a willingness to serve, military experts tell NPR.
Crime victims come together to raise awareness of resources
Alabama, like all states, has a program to compensate victims of violence. But very few survivors take advantage of such programs
Alabama House passes $192 million in tax cuts
Many lawmakers like tax cuts and evidence of that came this week when a package of $192 million in tax cuts flew through the Alabama House. We take a look at what's in that package, alongside other action in Montgomery this week, with Todd Stacey, host of Capital Journal and Alabama Public Television.
Comedians will celebrate Conan O’Brien at the Kennedy Center on Sunday. Will they take on Trump?
Conan O'Brien will receive one of the most coveted awards in comedy on Sunday — but the annual event takes place at a tense time for the Kennedy Center.
A young adult book tackles a tough topic: A teen coping with his dad’s mental illness
Saadia Faruqi, author of the popular Yasmin book series, has written a new book, The Strongest Heart, that mirrors her own life — growing up with a father who likely had undiagnosed schizophrenia.
Sudan’s army recapture presidential palace in Khartoum
Sudan's army has taken control of the presidential palace in Khartoum, in a major turning point during the war. The palace and the capital had been occupied by the Rapid Support Force paramilitary since the start of the war, but over the last year the army have been making gradual gains.
Court hearing to test legality of deportations under 18th century law
Friday's hearing over the merits of the judge's temporary restraining order comes as the case has become a flashpoint between the judiciary and executive branches.
Japanese Breakfast’s Michelle Zauner embraces melancholy in new album
With a new album, Michelle Zauner tells NPR she is finally finding balance between all the things she yearns for: her career goals, a connection to family and a connection to her ancestral home of Korea.
5 takeaways from this week — from courts pushing back on Trump to wars overseas
Here are five takeaways from a week when President Trump moved ahead with deportations and sweeping changes to the federal government — and ran into obstacles in the courts.
Survive and advance: First-day upsets set the table for March Madness
McNeese and Drake universities stun their heavily favored opponents as the NCAA men's and women's basketball tournaments roll into their first weekend of play.
What’s trending in the world of soap operas? Find out in the quiz
This week also saw a highly undramatic object cause drama and the happily undramatic return of the two NASA astronauts who had an unexpected stay on the International Space Station.
