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Life jacket worn by a passenger who survived the Titanic auctioned off for over $900,000
A life jacket worn by a passenger on the RMS Titanic has sold at auction for 670,000 pounds, which is more than $900,000.
The Associated Press | Apr 18, 2026, 9:43 PM UTC

A mass shooting in Ukraine's capital leaves 6 dead before police shot and killed the gunman
A gunman has killed six people and injured at least 14 in a mass shooting in Ukraine's capital before he was shot and killed by police.
The Associated Press | Apr 18, 2026, 8:43 PM UTC

Trump signs order fast tracking review of psychedelics for mental health disorders
President endorses psilocybin and ibogaine: "Can I have some, please?"
Mandalit del Barco | Apr 18, 2026, 6:56 PM UTC

Opinion: Remembering Kevin Klose, former NPR president and broadcasting icon
We remember Kevin Klose, former NPR president, who helped secure financial stability for the network while supporting and encouraging its journalism.
Scott Simon | Apr 18, 2026, 12:00 PM UTC

Tired of waiting for your EV to charge up? One Chinese company has a novel solution
Chinese car company NIO is putting up EV battery swapping stations all around the world. NPR took a ride in one car for the experience.
John Ruwitch | Apr 18, 2026, 11:31 AM UTC

She invited her friends to come together to make her casket
Friends gathered at a weaver's studio in Massachusetts to help MaddyChristine Hope Brokopp make her casket.
Nic M. Neves | Apr 18, 2026, 10:00 AM UTC

Caracas' iconic macaws threatened by vanishing palm trees
In the Venezuelan capital, Caracas, flocks of colorful macaws that once brightened city skies now face disappearing nest sites — and with them, a unique urban bond.
Manuel Rueda | Apr 18, 2026, 10:00 AM UTC

Iran says it has closed the Strait of Hormuz again, as ceasefire nears its end
Iran's military said on Saturday the Strait of Hormuz has "returned to its previous state." The announcement came after President Trump had said the blockade on Iranian ports would remain in place.
NPR Staff | Apr 18, 2026, 9:15 AM UTC

A local judge. A brash 82-year-old senator. State leaders have decided redistricting
An 82-year-old Virginia senator raising the stakes, an Indiana consensus builder and a Texas enforcer are among state officials who have shaped the course of the midterm redistricting race.
The NPR Network | Apr 18, 2026, 9:00 AM UTC

Artists respond to the Live Nation monopoly verdict
Artists and organizers NPR spoke with say they don't expect to see any immediate changes in the live music industry following the Live Nation decision — but they see this is a first step in the right direction.
Isabella Gomez Sarmiento | Apr 18, 2026, 9:00 AM UTC



