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Iran is reviewing the Trump administration's latest proposal to end the war. And, Secretary of State Marco Rubio is meeting Pope Leo XIV amid President Trump's harsh criticism of him.

North Carolina hasn't passed a comprehensive state budget since 2023, largely due to disagreements among legislative Republicans.

The Washington, D.C., region is home to about 400,000 federal employees, plus members of the military and government contractors. In a government shutdown, they face no pay and lots of uncertainty.

In recent weeks, Maine Gov. Janet Mills has struggled to take an authoritative lead against her challenger in the Democratic Senate primary, Graham Platner. He is leading her in fundraising and polls.

NPR's Juana Summers speaks with Tim Ream, an experienced defender likely to be selected for the U.S. national team at this summer's World Cup, ahead of the announcement of the roster.

WFAE’s political reporter Steve Harrison joined All Things Considered host Nick de la Canal to talk about a huge day in Charlotte politics, and what we know about Mayor Vi Lyles' resignation.

NPR's Scott Detrow speaks with political scientists Daniel Ziblatt and Steven Levitsky about how the recent Supreme Court immunity ruling -- and a second Trump presidency -- could affect the U.S.

Lots of older Americans say they'd love to downsize, but it doesn't make financial sense. The housing roadblock has left some would-be buyers stuck. We asked experts what policies could change that.

Despite issues with her heart, this octogenarian still competes in triathlons. She's proof that preventive medicine paired with smart lifestyle choices help seniors stay active longer.

Two major earthquakes in Venezuela have killed at least 164 people and left hundreds injured. And, President Trump canceled the signing of a massive bipartisan housing bill yesterday.

NPR's A Martinez speaks with Julian Shapiro-Barnum, the host of the popular series "Recess Therapy," about his new book, "How to Grow Up Without Becoming a Grown-Up."

President Trump says he has signed two new orders targeting birthright citizenship. And, Iran is aiming to ban U.S. ships from the Strait of Hormuz.

The Pew report reveals how religious disaffiliation and population growth have influenced the global religious landscape.

NPR's Steve Inskeep speaks with former National Security Council official Javed Ali about the security operation in advance of Inauguration Day, and an FBI warning of armed protests nationwide.

Over 200 people have been arrested and charged in connection with the Capitol insurrection. An NPR examination has revealed many charged explicitly said they were inspired by then-President Trump.

More than $6 million so far have been raised to help the victims of the August massacre. On Saturday, One Fund El Paso is hosting a community resource fair to help those who qualify.

A new audio exhibit at Dupont Underground breathes life into an old, subterranean trolley station in Washington, D.C. The Wind That Blows Is All That Anybody Knows is by artist Eric Dickson.

Once Morris Robinson dreamed of fame on the football field. Now, he's moving audiences across the world with the power of his voice, and changing the face of opera.

Author Neil Gaiman first encountered the Norse gods in the pages of old Marvel Comics reprints, when he was 6 years old. Now, he's written his own versions of these ancient tales of gods and monsters.

Some 3,000 Afghan elders will assemble on Thursday in Kabul to consider a new security agreement with the U.S. The document will spell out the rules for American forces in Afghanistan troops after their combat mission ends in December 2014. U.S. officials say between 6,000 and 9,000 US troops would remain to train Afghan security forces and conduct counter-terror missions against al-Qaeda and other anti-government forces. That counter-terror mission remains a sticking point, though most other issues — like potential criminal liability of Americans in Afghanistan — have been resolved.