Angela Merkel and the future of NATO under a second Trump term

A new congressman nabs his great-grandfather's old office after a little lobbying

After he's sworn in, Rep.-elect Tom Barrett of Michigan will work in the Capitol office his great-grandfather once used. Rep. Louis Rabaut died in 1961, two decades before Barrett was born.

Published: 2024-11-26 17:18:49

Eyewitnesses in Gaza say Israel is using sniper drones to shoot Palestinians

NPR has collected multiple eyewitness accounts about small, gun-carrying drones shooting — and sometimes killing — civilians in Gaza. Israel's military has not confirmed whether it uses sniper drones.

Published: 2024-11-26 16:48:38

How Trump wants to cut spending. And, possible Israel-Hezbollah ceasefire deal

President-elect Donald Trump wants to use a presidential impoundment to make big cuts to government spending. And, what could block a ceasefire deal between Israel and Hezbollah.

Published: 2024-11-26 13:00:45

After a break from strength training, muscle memory may help you bounce back

If the season or an injury has derailed your gym routine, don't sweat it. New research shows your muscles can regain lost strength faster than you might think.

Published: 2024-11-26 12:00:47

The price America paid for its first big immigration crackdown

The Chinese Exclusion Act was the first significant crackdown on immigration in American history. We explore the factors that led to the Act and examine what happened to the economy after it passed.

Published: 2024-11-26 11:30:00

Trump has promised lower taxes. These are 3 ways it could impact you

From "no tax on tips" to Social Security, Donald Trump has made a range of promises about the taxes Americans will pay. We take a look at three changes we could see in the months ahead.

Published: 2024-11-26 11:00:00

Dirt-cheap toys imported into U.S. can be dangerous, group says. Here's what to know

"We rarely come out and say, 'You should not do this.' But this is one of the exceptions," consumer advocate Teresa Murray says, warning against the lure of rock-bottom prices from unfamiliar sellers.

Published: 2024-11-26 10:45:00

Supporters of ousted Pakistani leader Imran Khan clash with police

Protesters surged into the capital Islamabad -- amid gunfire and teargas -- as they demanded the release of former Prime Minister Imran Khan.

Published: 2024-11-26 10:14:09

Gospel-focused racial reconciliation in the Deep South

Two former leaders of the Southern Baptist Convention, one Black and one white, want to bridge the Deep South's racial divide with faith-based discussions in cities once active in the slave trade.

Published: 2024-11-26 10:00:00