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A mix of veterans and newcomers will represent the United States at the World Cup
Some veterans from the last World Cup — like forward Christian Pulisic and midfielders Weston McKennie and Tyler Adams — made the team. The roster includes 13 newcomers as well.
Becky Sullivan | May 26, 2026, 6:34 PM UTC

Why the French Open is named after Roland Garros, who didn't play tennis
Roland Garros, a WWI-era pilot, is credited with revolutionizing aerial combat. The major Paris tennis tournament was named after him in 1928, a decade after his death in combat.
Rachel Treisman | May 26, 2026, 6:08 PM UTC

Travel to Italy and Algeria in these two brilliant, translated mysteries
The End of the Sahara is a kaleidoscopic murder mystery by the Algerian writer Saïd Khatibi. An Enigma by the Sea is a witty, socially astute novel set along well-to-do Tuscan coast.
John Powers | May 26, 2026, 5:50 PM UTC

An exceptionally early heat wave shatters records and brings deaths in Europe
Temperature records are breaking and triggering government warnings, with London hitting 95 degrees the past two days. Experts say unpredictable and extreme weather is becoming more frequent.
The Associated Press | May 26, 2026, 5:47 PM UTC

How the Trump administration uses the Bible to justify military invasions and immigration raids
President Trump isn't much of a Bible-quoter, but some members of his administration are, and they have used Scripture to frame controversial policies as justified by the Good Book.
Jason DeRose | May 26, 2026, 5:28 PM UTC

If you attend a David Sedaris reading, you're helping him edit
Sedaris says the best part of reading his work to an audience is earning the laughs — or the groans. "A collective groan is fine with me," he says. His new book is The Land and Its People.
Sam Fragoso | May 26, 2026, 5:06 PM UTC

Prospects fade for imminent end to Iran war as attacks restart
Israel says it will intensify attacks against Hezbollah in Lebanon and U.S. military struck Iranian boats and missile launch sites as envoys continued negotiations for a deal that would end the three-month war.
Jane Arraf | May 26, 2026, 1:32 PM UTC

Therapists are using AI to take notes. Is it a useful tool or a breach of trust?
New companies are selling artificial intelligence assistance to mental health therapists. The AI tools can help with administration and recordkeeping, but some patients worry about their privacy.
Windsor Johnston | May 26, 2026, 9:00 AM UTC

Inside ATL: how Delta juggles 100,000 bags a day at the world's busiest airport
On a busy day, Delta Air Lines handles more than 100,000 bags at its Atlanta hub. NPR got a rare look behind the scenes at how the airline is using AI to improve baggage-handling operations.
Joel Rose | May 26, 2026, 9:00 AM UTC

In West Texas, an unlikely alliance stands against extending the border wall
An unusual coalition of people across the political spectrum have banded together to rally against a border wall in the Big Bend.
Carlos Morales | May 26, 2026, 9:00 AM UTC



