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Justice Department drops probe into Fed Chair Jerome Powell
Justice Department drops probe into Fed Chair Jerome Powell
The move paves the way for the Senate to confirm Kevin Warsh, the president's nominee to head the central bank.
NPR Washington Desk, Maria Aspan | Apr 24, 2026, 3:02 PM UTC
Decades-old, newly restored Smithsonian carousel reopens — to children's delight
Decades-old, newly restored Smithsonian carousel reopens — to children's delight
The carousel was first desegregated when part of Gwynn Oak Amusement Park outside Baltimore in 1963. It was moved to the National Mall after the park closed.
Elizabeth Blair | Apr 24, 2026, 2:58 PM UTC
How Pittsburgh — host of this year's NFL draft — became a sports mecca
How Pittsburgh — host of this year's NFL draft — became a sports mecca
The Pennsylvania city is hosting the draft for the first time in almost 80 years. Pittsburghers say the city's passionate fanbases and winning teams make the selection a natural fit.
Ayana Archie | Apr 24, 2026, 12:54 PM UTC
Kushner and U.S. envoy Witkoff will head to Pakistan for new Iran talks
Kushner and U.S. envoy Witkoff will head to Pakistan for new Iran talks
Iran's foreign minister arrived in Islamabad, and the White House says Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner will go there Saturday to try to "move the ball forward towards a deal."
NPR Staff | Apr 24, 2026, 11:59 AM UTC
At a veteran-led protest on Capitol Hill, grief and dismay reverberate over Iran war
At a veteran-led protest on Capitol Hill, grief and dismay reverberate over Iran war
Photos and videos from the protest, which resulted in 66 arrests, have spread widely across social media — amplified by others who share a similar frustration and unease about the country's military action.
Juliana Kim | Apr 24, 2026, 10:46 AM UTC
'Self-aware' robots can learn complex tasks by watching humans. Is that a good thing?
'Self-aware' robots can learn complex tasks by watching humans. Is that a good thing?
Scientists say they've made a key breakthrough that would allow robots to figure out complex tasks on their own, but experts say it raises questions about how much risk comes with letting robots be in charge of their own learning. 
Katia Riddle | Apr 24, 2026, 10:00 AM UTC
After 2 failed votes, Mike Johnson unveils new plan to extend key U.S. spy powers
After 2 failed votes, Mike Johnson unveils new plan to extend key U.S. spy powers
With an April 30 deadline fast approaching, Johnson unveiled his latest proposal to extend the controversial surveillance program known as FISA 702.
Eric McDaniel | Apr 24, 2026, 9:00 AM UTC
Why Trump wants to spend $1 billion on Great Salt Lake
Why Trump wants to spend $1 billion on Great Salt Lake
Utah's Great Salt Lake has been labeled an "environmental nuclear bomb" and it has the attention of the president of the United States.
Saige Miller | Apr 24, 2026, 9:00 AM UTC
DHS starts deportation of woman whose loved one died in the Baltimore bridge collapse
DHS starts deportation of woman whose loved one died in the Baltimore bridge collapse
The mother's story is a stark example of how immigration policy can change drastically with each administration — and transform the lives of immigrants.
Ximena Bustillo | Apr 24, 2026, 8:44 AM UTC
2 young people arrested in alleged plot to attack Houston synagogue
2 young people arrested in alleged plot to attack Houston synagogue
Two young people have been arrested in an alleged plot to attack a Texas synagogue that involved driving through the congregation to "kill as many Jews as possible," according authorities.
The Associated Press | Apr 24, 2026, 5:45 AM UTC
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