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Episodes

GOP Spending Rift, Zelenskyy Interview, Louisiana Police Probe

House Republicans can't agree on a stopgap government spending bill, NPR's Steve Inskeep speaks with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky and lawsuits say Baton Rouge police beat detainees.Want more comprehensive analysis of the most important news of the day, plus a little fun? Subscribe to the Up First newsletter.Today's episode of Up First was edited by Krishnadev Calamur, Susanna Capelouto, Ally Schweitzer and Olivia Hampton. It was produced by Shelby Hawkins, Ziad Buchh and Julie Depenbrock. We get engineering support from Hannah Gluvna. And our technical director is Zac Coleman.
21/09/23·13m 25s

Garland Testifies, Federal Reserve Preview, UAW Strike Consumer Impact

Attorney General Merrick Garland faces grilling by House Republicans, the Federal Reserve is widely expected to hold interest rates steady at its meeting today and the long-term consequences of the UAW strike depend on its breadth and length.Want more comprehensive analysis of the most important news of the day, plus a little fun? Subscribe to the Up First newsletter.Today's episode of Up First was edited by Krishnadev Calamur, Rafael Nam and Olivia Hampton. It was produced by Shelby Hawkins, Ziad Buchh and Julie Depenbrock. We get engineering support from Stacey Abbott. And our technical director is Zac Coleman.
20/09/23·12m 30s

Biden At UNGA, US-Iran Prisoner Swap, Canada Assassination

President Biden speaks at the United Nations General Assembly, five prisoners are on their way back to the US after a prisoner swap with Iran and Canada blames the Indian government for the assassination of a Sikh leader in British Columbia in June.Want more comprehensive analysis of the most important news of the day, plus a little fun? Subscribe to the Up First newsletter.Today's episode of Up First was edited by Dana Farrington, Michael Sullivan, Tara Neill and Olivia Hampton. It was produced by Shelby Hawkins, Ziad Buchh and Julie Depenbrock. We get engineering support from Stacey Abbott. And our technical director is Zac Coleman.
19/09/23·12m 43s

UAW Strike, NY Climate Week, Drew Barrymore Show Pause

Auto plants shut down amid a walkout against all Big Three automakers, Tens of thousands of people kick off a week of climate protests in New York and The Drew Barrymore Show pauses over the Hollywood writers and actors strike.Want more comprehensive analysis of the most important news of the day, plus a little fun? Subscribe to the Up First newsletter.Today's episode of Up First was edited by Pallavi Gogoi, Andrea Kissack, Ciera Crawford and Olivia Hampton. It was produced by Shelby Hawkins, Ziad Buchh and Julie Depenbrock. We get engineering support from Carleigh Strange. And our technical director is Zac Coleman.
18/09/23·13m 1s

The Sunday Story: The Coal Life

South Africa has long been one of the world's largest consumers of coal. But the country is now in the midst of transitioning its energy supply from coal to renewable sources. But when a country moves away from a source of energy like coal what happens to the towns and communities that were built to support the coal industry. Today on the Sunday Story we bring you a story from Radio Workshop, a podcast in South Africa that works with youth reporters around the continent. Host Lesedi Mogoathe sent youth reporter Siya Mokoena and senior producer Dhashen Moodley to a coal mining town at the center of this transition to find out what happens to people who've built their lives around coal.
17/09/23·30m 39s

Lee Storm Preparations, UAW Strike Continues, Ukraine Latest

People in New England prepare as post-tropical cyclone Lee bears down on the region. The United Auto Workers union is still on strike, demanding higher wages and better benefits for new employees. Ukraine hasn't taken back as much land as it wanted since the start of its offensive in June.
16/09/23·14m 43s

UAW Strikes, Florida Vaccine Guidance, Libya Flooding Recovery

Members of the United Auto Workers walked off work at three select plants and are threatening to expand the strike. Florida's COVID vaccine guidance contradicts the CDC's. And officials in Libya say as many 11,000 people have died in flooding there. Want more comprehensive analysis of the most important news of the day, plus a little fun? Subscribe to the Up First newsletter.
15/09/23·13m 25s

Romney to Retire, Hurricane Lee Prep, Ethics Entaglement

Sen. Mitt Romney will not run for a second term. States unaccustomed to hurricanes, such as Maine, prepare for Hurricane Lee. And a close advisor to President Joe Biden counseled both a man accused of sexual harassment and the woman who accused him. Want more comprehensive analysis of the most important news of the day, plus a little fun? Subscribe to the Up First newsletter.Today's episode of Up First was edited by Dana Farrington, Eric Westervelt, Barrie Hardymon and Peter Granitz. It was produced by Shelby Hawkins, Ziad Buchh and Julie Depenbrock. We get engineering support from Stacey Abbott. And our technical director is Zac Coleman.
14/09/23·12m 30s

Biden Impeachment, Putin and Kim Meet, Libyan Floods

Speaker of the House Kevin McCarthy launched a formal impeachment inquiry into President Joe Biden. Russian President Vladimir Putin welcomed North Korean leader Kim Jong Un Wednesday. Is Putin looking for a source of weapons for his war in Ukraine? And floods inundate Libya, where rival factions rule the country.Want more comprehensive analysis of the most important news of the day, plus a little fun? Subscribe to the Up First newsletter.Today's episode of Up First was edited by Kelsey Snell, Mark Katkov, Michael Sullivan and Peter Granitz. It was produced by Shelby Hawkins, Ziad Buchh and Juile Depenbrock. We get engineering support from Stacey Abbott. And our technical director is Zac Coleman.
13/09/23·13m 17s

International Help in Morocco, Google Antitrust Case, Kevin McCarthy's Bind

Moroccan and international teams are working to rescue survivors from the earthquake. The government opens its antitrust case against Google. And the House returns to Washington with Speaker Kevin McCarthy in a bind.Want more comprehensive analysis of the most important news of the day, plus a little fun? Subscribe to the Up First newsletter.
12/09/23·12m 40s

Morocco Earthquake, Covid Boosters, Biden at G20

The death toll from the earthquake in Morocco surpasses 2,100 people. The FDA is poised to green light a new set of COVID boosters. President Biden is wrapping up his Asia trip with a stop in Vietnam.Want more comprehensive analysis of the most important news of the day, plus a little fun? Subscribe to the Up First newsletter.Today's episode of Up First was edited by Michael Sullivan, Scott Hensley, Roberta Rampton and Peter Granitz. It was produced by Shelby Hawkins, Ziad Buchh and Julie Depenbrock. We get engineering support from Carleigh Strange. And our technical director is Jay Czys.
11/09/23·13m 42s

The Sunday Story: A rare look inside locked-down Nicaragua

Today on The Sunday Story NPR correspondent Eyder Peralta travels to Nicaragua. He's the first foreign journalist to make it into the country in more than a year. He traveled to his home country to get an inside look at what life is like for people living under what some call the newest dictatorship in The Americas. He found a country suffocating in fear and he found his own family history repeating.
10/09/23·37m 14s

Morocco Earthquake, Trump rally, Antibiotic Resistant Infections

A strong earthquake hit Morocco killing hundreds of people and injuring scores more. Donald Trump fundraised in South Dakota last night, accompanied by the state's governor Kristi Noem. Antibiotic resistant infections are causing more and more deaths across the world, and air pollution may be to blame.
09/09/23·13m 52s

Extreme Weather, Ukrainian Nuclear Power, Maui Unemployment

Can a summer of extreme weather be linked to climate change? Ukraine is the only country that relies on nuclear power while it withstands an invasion. Unemployment lingers in Maui a month after deadly fires.Want more comprehensive analysis of the most important news of the day, plus a little fun? Subscribe to the Up First newsletter.Today's episode of Up First was edited by Andrea Kissack, Michael Sullivan, Katia Riddle and Peter Granitz. It was produced by Shelby Hawkins, Chad Campbell and Ziad Buchh. We get engineering support from Gilly Moon. And our technical director is Josephine Nyounai.
08/09/23·13m 20s

Sudanese Refugees, Texas's Floating Border Barrier, Georgia Election Case

The United Nations says as many as a million people have fled war in Sudan. NPR's Michel Martin visits refugees in Chad. A judge reeled in Texas's floating border barrier. And prosecutors in the Georgia election case want a four month trial.Want more comprehensive analysis of the most important news of the day, plus a little fun? Subscribe to the Up First newsletter.Today's episode of Up First was edited by HJ Mai, Eric Westervelt, Ben Swasey and Peter Granitz. It was produced by Shelby Hawkins, Chad Campbell and Ziad Buchh. We get engineering support from Hannah Gluvna. And our technical director is Josephine Nyounai.
07/09/23·13m 7s

Blinken Visits Kyiv, Biden Heads to Asia, Proud Boys Leader Sentenced

Secretary of State Antony Blinken is expected in Kyiv to show American support for Ukraine's war effort. President Joe Biden will travel to India and Vietnam as he tries to China's influence in the developing world. And Enrique Tarrio was sentenced to 22 years in jail.Want more comprehensive analysis of the most important news of the day, plus a little fun? Subscribe to the Up First newsletter.Today's episode of Up First was edited by Roberta Rampton, Michael Sullivan, Andrew Sussman and Peter Granitz. It was produced by Shelby Hawkins, Chad Campbell and Ziad Buchh. We get engineering support from Hannah Gluvna. And our technical director is Josephine Nyounai.
06/09/23·12m 54s

Senate Returns, Impeachment of Texas AG, Antiterrorism Case in Canada

The Senate reconvenes in Washington with a long to-do list. The suspended attorney general of Texas faces an impeachment trial in Austin. And a murder case in Canada is expected to test the country's antiterrorism laws.Want more comprehensive analysis of the most important news of the day, plus a little fun? Subscribe to the Up First newsletter.Today's episode of Up First was edited by Krishnadev Calamur, Liz Baker, Ally Schweitzer and Peter Granitz. It was produced by Shelby Hawkins, Chad Campbell and Ziad Buchh. We get engineering support from Carleigh Strange. And our technical director is Josephine Nyounai.
05/09/23·13m 24s

Zelenskyy Sacks Defense Minister, Putin Meets Erdogan, Americans Celebrate Labor Day

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy is replacing his defense minister. Russian President Vladimir Putin will meet his Turkish counterpart to revive the suspended grain deal. And Americans have the day off to celebrate Labor Day. Want more comprehensive analysis of the most important news of the day, plus a little fun? Subscribe to the Up First newsletter.Today's episode of Up First was edited by Rafael Nam, Mark Katkov and Peter Granitz. It was produced by Shelby Hawkins, Chad Campbell, Taylor Haney and Ziad Buchh. We get engineering support from Carleigh Strange . And our technical director is Neisha Heinis.
04/09/23·15m 21s

The Sunday Story: The Good Enough Job

Today on The Sunday Story, author Simone Stolzoff discusses his book The Good Enough Job: Reclaiming Life from Work, about our complicated relationship with work. Stolzoff explains how as jobs have changed over generations, so has the meaning we derive from working. Stolzoff shares his findings on our modern relationship with work and ways we can find more balance in our lives.
03/09/23·31m 32s

Florida Cleanup, Economic Outlook, Congress Returns

President Biden is visiting communities in Florida embarking on cleanup efforts after Hurricane Idalia. Unemployment ticked up, counterintuitively due to the continuing strength of the jobs market. Congress heads back to Capitol Hill next week.
02/09/23·14m 11s

Labor Day Weekend Travel, 9/11 Detainee Deal, Job Numbers

Idalia could cause delays over the busy Labor Day weekend, settlement talks falter in the 9/11 terrorism case, and the government releases job numbers for August.Want more comprehensive analysis of the most important news of the day, plus a little fun? Subscribe to the Up First newsletter.Today's episode of Up First was edited by Alice Woelfle, Bob Little, Rafael Nam and Olivia Hampton. It was produced by Mansee Khurana, Claire Murashima and Chad Campbell. We get engineering support from Hannah Gluvna. And our technical director is Zac Coleman.
01/09/23·12m 25s

McConnell Health, Idalia Aftermath, Gabon Coup Fallout

Concerns rise over Senate Minority Leader Mitch McConnell's health, Florida picks up the pieces after Idalia swept through the Gulf Coast and Gabon coup triggers fears of destabilization.Want more comprehensive analysis of the most important news of the day, plus a little fun? Subscribe to the Up First newsletter.Today's episode of Up First was edited by Padma Rama, Russell Lewis, Tara Neill, Michael Sullivan and Olivia Hampton. It was produced by Mansee Khurana, Claire Murashima and Chad Campbell. We get engineering support from Hannah Gluvna. And our technical director is Zac Coleman.
31/08/23·12m 25s

Idalia Nears Gulf Coast, Proud Boys Leader to be Sentenced, Sexism in Spanish Soccer

Hurricane Idalia strengthens ahead of its expected landfall. Enrique Tarrio will learn how long he'll serve in prison. And what's to come for women's soccer in Spain amid a standoff over sexism between players and officials?Want more comprehensive analysis of the most important news of the day, plus a little fun? Subscribe to the Up First newsletter.Today's episode of Up First was edited by Russell Lewis, Krishnadev Calamur, Jason Breslow, Peter Granitz and Olivia Hampton. It was produced by Mansee Khurana, Claire Murashima and Chad Campbell. We get engineering support from Stacey Abbott. And our technical director is Jay Czys.
30/08/23·12m 53s

Florida Braces For Idalia, COVID Cases Rise, Ugandan 'Aggravated Homosexuality' Case

Florida braces for Hurricane Idalia. Schools and hospitals recommend masking over rising COVID cases. And a Uganda man faces the death penalty in the country's first "aggravated homosexuality" case.Want more comprehensive analysis of the most important news of the day, plus a little fun? Subscribe to the Up First newsletter.Today's episode of Up First was edited by Russell Lewis, Jane Greenhalgh, Michael Sullivan and Olivia Hampton. It was produced by Mansee Khurana, Claire Murashima and Chad Campbell. We get engineering support from Carleigh Strange. And our technical director is Zac Coleman.
29/08/23·13m 2s

Trump Vote Conspiracy Trial, Jacksonville Shooting, Schools and Heat, Simone Biles

Trump's election obstruction trial gets a start date, hundreds of people gather to honor three Black people shot and killed at a Dollar General store in Jacksonville, Fla. and millions of students face record temperatures — and no A.C. — in their classrooms. Plus, Simone Biles wins a record 8th all-around national gymnastics title.Want more comprehensive analysis of the most important news of the day, plus a little fun? Subscribe to the Up First newsletter.Today's episode of Up First was edited by Krishnadev Calamur, Russell Lewis, Denice Rios, Olivia Hampton and Alice Woelfle. It was produced by Mansee Khurana, Claire Murashima and Chad Campbell. We get engineering support from Jay Cyzs. And our technical director is Zac Coleman.
28/08/23·13m 45s

The Sunday Story: An Afghan climber in limbo

Mina Bakhshi learned to climb mountains when she was 17 years old, in her home country of Afghanistan. But when the Taliban captured Kabul, she couldn't see a future for herself anymore. When Mina landed in the U.S., she learned she only had two years of guaranteed stay. She is one of more than 77,000 Afghans who are currently in the U.S. on a status called humanitarian parole. In this episode of The Sunday Story, journalist Lauren DeLaunay Miller digs into the history of humanitarian parole. And we follow Mina's journey over the last two years, as she's built a new life on unstable ground.
27/08/23·38m 54s

Ukraine on Prigozhin's Fate, US Official to China, More Songs of Summer

Ukrainians greet the apparent death of mercenary leader with gallows humor. Commerce Secretary Gina Raimondo seeks to reassure U.S. investors. Selena Gomez and Miley Cyrus release new singles.
26/08/23·13m 46s

Trump's Busy Week, Hit Song's Extreme Themes, Wagner Group's Africa Aims

From counterprogramming a GOP debate to posing for a mug shot in Georgia, Donald Trump had a busy week. A chart-topping song holds extreme themes. And Russia's Wagner mercenaries recruit for Africa.Want more comprehensive analysis of the most important news of the day, plus a little fun? Subscribe to the Up First newsletter.Today's episode of Up First was edited by Megan Pratz, Tara Neill, Michael Sullivan, Andrew Sussman, Jan Johnson and Alice Woelfle. It was produced by Mansee Khurana and Claire Murashima. Our director is Lilly Quiroz. Our technical director is Zac Coleman, with engineering support from Carleigh Strange. And our executive producer is Erika Aguilar.
25/08/23·12m 7s

GOP Rivals Tangle, Trump To Be Booked, Prigozhin's Plane Crashes

GOP presidential contenders tangle on a debate stage. Trump is expected in Georgia to answer election meddling charges. The head of Russia's Wagner mercenary force is reported dead in a plane crash.Want more comprehensive analysis of the most important news of the day, plus a little fun? Subscribe to the Up First newsletter.Today's episode of Up First was edited by Megan Pratz, Mark Katkov, Jan Johnson and Alice Woelfle. It was produced by Mansee Khurana and Claire Murashima. Our director is Lilly Quiroz. And our technical director is Zac Coleman, with engineering support from Hannah Gluvna.
24/08/23·12m 56s

GOP Presidential Debate, New Student Debt Relief, Runway Safety Action

Eight GOP presidential hopefuls, minus the frontrunner, debate tonight. The Biden administration lays out a school debt repayment plan. Regulators plan safety meetings to deal with runway close calls.
23/08/23·12m 58s

Promise To Maui, Climate Change Backdrop, Emerging Economies Summit

President Biden visited Maui, where wildfire survivors worry about finding permanent housing. Climate change forms a backdrop for a summer of extreme weather-related events. And leaders of five emerging economies will talk cooperation and competition at the BRICS summit in South Africa.Want more comprehensive analysis of the most important news of the day, plus a little fun? Subscribe to the Up First newsletter.Today's episode of Up First was edited by Ravenna Koenig, Neela Banerjee, Michael Sullivan, Tara Neill, Jan Johnson, and Alice Woelfle. It was produced by Mansee Khurana and Claire Murashima. Our director is Lilly Quiroz. And our technical director is Zac Coleman, with engineering support from Carleigh Strange.
22/08/23·12m 37s

Life-Threatening Hilary, Guatemalan Reformist's Win, Tennessee Safety Session

Forecasters predicted catastrophic flooding in California from the remnants of Hurricane Hilary. Voters fed up with corruption chose a reformist as the next president of Guatemala. And a special legislative session that was called in response to a school shooting opens today in Tennessee.
21/08/23·12m 44s

The Sunday Story: The Quickening

Today on The Sunday Story, author Elizabeth Rush discusses the book that emerged from her journey to Thwaites Glacier in Antarctica. She explains why Thwaites is under threat and why collaborative problem solving plays a critical role in an era of climate change. The voyage also helped her make an important personal decision: whether or not to become a mother.
20/08/23·36m 1s

Hurricane Hilary, Mortgage Rates, Summit Reaction

Hurricane Hilary is expected to reach Southern California as a tropical storm with damaging winds and rain. A spike in mortgage rates means home shoppers may need to adjust their searches. In Seoul, reaction to the Camp David meeting of leaders from the U.S., South Korean, and Japan.
19/08/23·15m 42s

Camp David Summit, Yellowknife Evacuation, Ecuador Election

President Biden hosts his counterparts from Japan and South Korea at Camp David. The Canadian city of Yellowknife is evacuated as wildfires approach. Ecuadorians prepare for elections.Want more comprehensive analysis of the most important news of the day, plus a little fun? Subscribe to the Up First newsletter.Today's episode of Up First was edited by Larry Kaplow, Roberta Rampton, Ally Schweitzer, and Alice Woelfle. It was produced by Mansee Khurana, Claire Murashima and Lilly Quiroz. Our technical director is Zac Coleman, with engineering support from Hannah Gluvna.
18/08/23·13m 2s

Ruling on Abortion Medication, Recovery in Maui, Elections in Guatemala

Mifepristone remains accessible, for now, after an appeals court ruling Wednesday. Recovery from Maui's wildfires continues. Elections in Guatemala have broad implications for corruption and crime.Want more comprehensive analysis of the most important news of the day, plus a little fun? Subscribe to the Up First newsletter.Today's episode of Up First was edited by Kevin Drew, Larry Kaplow, Ally Schweitzer, Diane Webber, and Alice Woelfle. It was produced by Mansee Khurana, Claire Murashima, and Lilly Quiroz. Our technical director is Zac Coleman, with engineering support from Gluvna.
17/08/23·13m 47s

GOP Polling on Trump, Niger Coup, Conditions at ICE Detention Centers

Why Republicans seem unbothered by Trump's indictments. Coup leaders in Niger tighten their grip. NPR obtains confidential reports describing "barbaric" treatment within ICE detention centers.Want more comprehensive analysis of the most important news of the day, plus a little fun? Subscribe to the Up First newsletter.Today's episode of Up First was edited by Kevin Drew, Barrie Hardymon, Ally Schweitzer, Michael Sullivan, Ben Swayse, and Alice Woelfle. It was produced by Mansee Khurana, Claire Murashima, and Lilly Quiroz. Our technical director is Zac Coleman, with engineering support from Hannah Gluvna.
16/08/23·12m 59s

Trump Indicted in Georgia, Recovery Continues in Maui, Angola Prison Conditions

A Georgia grand jury indicts Donald Trump. Recovery continues in Lahaina after deadly Maui wildfires. A federal court hears allegations of "harmful conditions" for juveniles jailed in Louisiana.Want more comprehensive analysis of the most important news of the day, plus a little fun? Subscribe to the Up First newsletter.Today's episode of Up First was edited by Susanna Capelouto, Kevin Drew, Ally Schweitzer, Benjamin Swasey, and Alice Woelfle. It was produced by Mansee Khurana, Claire Murashima, and Lilly Quiroz. Our technical director is Zac Coleman, with engineering support from Carleigh Strange.
15/08/23·13m 51s

Maui Recovery, Georgia Election Interference, Alabama Redistricting

Recovery continues in Maui after America's deadliest fire in more than 100 years. Georgia prosecutors to present evidence in election interference case. A federal court reviews Alabama's new congressional map.Want more comprehensive analysis of the most important news of the day, plus a little fun? Subscribe to the Up First newsletter.Today's episode of Up First was edited by Krishnadev Calamur, Kevin Drew, Ally Schweitzer, Ben Swayse, and Allison Woelfle. It was produced by Mansee Khurana, Claire Murashima, and Lilly Quiroz. Our technical director is Zac Coleman, with engineering support from Carleigh Strange.
14/08/23·14m 11s

The Sunday Story: Love Commandos

In India, intercaste marriage is very rare and marrying for love is not widely accepted. Among those who defy tradition, a small number face threats of violence from their own families. Enter the Love Commandos, a group tasked with protecting these couples under threat. But how do they do it? And why are they controversial? Today on The Sunday Story, Ayesha sits down with Lauren Frayer, the reporter on Rough Translation's new series "Love Commandos". She spent five years tracking this mysterious group as NPR's former India correspondent, and reveals what she discovered when she started talking to the couples sheltered by the Commandos.
13/08/23·32m 12s

Hawaii Death Toll, Hunter Biden Special Counsel, Wisconsin's Top Court

The wildfires in Hawaii have become the state's worst natural disaster in recorded history. David Weiss continues his prosecution of President Biden's son, now as special counsel. The conservative chief justice of the the Wisconsin Supreme Court says the liberal majority has manufactured a "coup."
12/08/23·13m 58s

Maui Fire Evacuations, Purdue Bankruptcy Blocked, Poland Moves Troops to Border

Mass evacuations continue after deadly Maui wildfires. The Supreme Court agrees to review a controversial bankruptcy case involving Purdue Pharma. Wary of Belarus, Poland to send troops to its border.Want more comprehensive analysis of the most important news of the day, plus a little fun? Subscribe to the Up First newsletter.Today's episode of Up First was edited by Kevin Drew, Amra Pasic, Denice Rios, Ally Schweitzer, and Michael Sullivan. It was produced by Mansee Khurana, Kaity Kline, Claire Murashima, and Lilly Quiroz. Our technical director is Zac Coleman, with engineering support from Stacey Abbott.
11/08/23·12m 52s

Hawai'i Fires, Rising Inflation, Wegovy Clinical Trial

Deadly wildfires tear across two islands in Hawai'i. The latest inflation report is expected to show rising prices. Clinical trials suggest weight loss drug Wegovy reduces heart attack risks.Want more comprehensive analysis of the most important news of the day, plus a little fun? Subscribe to the Up First newsletter.Today's episode of Up First was edited by Kevin Drew, Rafael Nam, Ally Schweitzer, Alice Woelfle, and Diane Weber. It was produced by Mansee Khurana, Kaity Kline, Claire Murashima, and Lilly Quiroz. Our technical director is Zac Coleman, with engineering support from Stacey Abbott.
10/08/23·12m 50s

Montgomery Brawl Arrests, Pakistan Elections, Parkland Survivor Launches PAC

Three people charged with assault after a waterside brawl in Montgomery, Ala. Pakistan is ramping up for elections while Imran Khan sits in jail. And Parkland shooting survivor David Hogg launches a PAC.Want more comprehensive analysis of the most important news of the day, plus a little fun? Subscribe to the Up First newsletter.Today's episode of Up First was edited by Larry Kaplow, Megan Pratz, Ally Schweitzer, Michael Sullivan, and Alice Woelfle. It was produced by Lilly Quiroz, Mansee Khurana, Claire Murashima, and Kaity Kline. Our technical director is Zac Coleman, with engineering support from Stacey Abbott.
09/08/23·13m 20s

Ohio Special Election, Biden at the Grand Canyon, Red Cross Blood Donations

An election in Ohio has implications for abortion. President Biden heads to the Grand Canyon to tout his environmental policies. The Red Cross allows blood donations from men who have sex with men.Want more comprehensive analysis of the most important news of the day, plus a little fun? Subscribe to the Up First newsletter.Today's episode of Up First was edited by Liz Baker, Dana Farrington, Jan Johnson, Ally Schweitzer and Alice Woelfle. It was produced by Kaity Kline, Claire Murashima, Mansee Khurana and Lilly Quiroz. Our technical director is Zac Coleman, with engineering support from Stacey Abbott.
08/08/23·13m 53s

Trump Protective Order, Niger Coup, Ukraine Talks In Saudi Arabia

Donald Trump's attorneys have until Monday evening to respond to a request for a protective order against him. Niger's coup leaders close the country's airspace. Ukraine calls Jeddah talks productive.Want more comprehensive analysis of the most important news of the day, plus a little fun? Subscribe to the Up First newsletter.Today's episode of Up First was edited by Dana Farrington, Ally Schweitzer, Michael Sullivan, and Alice Woelfle. It was produced by Mansee Khurana, Kaity Kline, Claire Murashima, and Lilly Quiroz. Our technical director is Stacey Abbott, with engineering support from Caleigh Strange.
07/08/23·13m 15s

The Sunday Story: Hip-Hop Verses That Changed Our Lives

This month marks 50 years since the birth of hip-hop, so our friends at Pop Culture Happy Hour reached out to some NPR colleagues and a few hip-hop luminaries and asked what hip-hop verse changed their lives.
06/08/23·32m 54s

Trump in Alabama, No Peace Meeting Invite for Putin, Women's World Cup

Following another federal indictment, former President Trump addressed Republicans at a dinner in Alabama and says he's done nothing wrong. Saudi Arabia hosts a peace meeting about the war in Ukraine, but without inviting Russia, and the US team is struggling at the Women's World Cup.
05/08/23·12m 41s

Donald Trump In Court, Monthly Job Report, Alexei Navalny Sentencing

Former President Donald Trump pleads not guilty to new criminal charges. The Labor Department releases its monthly jobs report. Putin foe Alexei Navalny awaits a verdict on a slew of new charges.Want more comprehensive analysis of the most important news of the day, plus a little fun? Subscribe to the Up First newsletter.Today's episode of Up First was edited by Krishnadev Calamur, Rafael Nam, Amra Pasic, and Ally Schweitzer. It was produced by Kaity Kline, Claire Murashima, and Lilly Quiroz. Our technical director is Zac Coleman, with engineering support from Carleigh Strange.
04/08/23·12m 59s

Trump Arraignment, Republicans and Climate Change, Russia Strikes Ukrainian Port

Donald Trump travels to Washington for his arraignment on new criminal charges. A new poll shows Republicans are turning away from climate change. Russia strikes Ukraine's Danube port.Want more comprehensive analysis of the most important news of the day, plus a little fun? Subscribe to the Up First newsletter.Today's episode of Up First was edited by Amra Pasic, Megan Pratz, Ally Schweitzer, and Michael Sullivan. It was produced by Kaity Kline, Claire Murashima, and Lilly Quiroz. Our technical director is Zac Coleman, with engineering support from Hannah Gluvna.
03/08/23·13m 3s

Donald Trump Indicted Over 2020 Election, Conservative Media React, U.S. Bond Rating

Donald Trump is indicted on felony charges for his efforts to overturn the 2020 election. How conservative media are covering the indictment. Fitch strips the U.S. of its Triple A bond rating.Want more comprehensive analysis of the most important news of the day, plus a little fun? Subscribe to the Up First newsletter.Today's episode of Up First was edited by Krishnadev Calamur, Emily Kopp, Rafael Nam, Ally Schweitzer, and Alice Woelfle. It was produced by Kaity Kline, Claire Murashima, and Lilly Quiroz. We get engineering support from Hannah Gluvna, and our technical director is Zac Coleman.
02/08/23·13m 9s

Trump's Staying Power, Oklahoma School Lawsuit, Security in Haiti

Donald Trump's legal woes haven't hurt him in the polls. The ACLU files a lawsuit to block the country's first religious public charter school. Kenya steps in to bolster security in Haiti.Want more comprehensive analysis of the most important news of the day, plus a little fun? Subscribe to the Up First newsletter.Today's episode of Up First was edited by Susanna Capelouto, Megan Pratz, Ally Schweitzer, and Alice Woelfle. It was produced by Kaity Kline, Claire Murashima, and Lilly Quiroz. Our technical director is Zac Coleman, with engineering support from Carleigh Strange.
01/08/23·12m 51s

A Deadly Blast in Pakistan, Ukraine Counteroffensive, Trucking Firm Yellow Folds

A bombing kills dozens on Pakistan's border with Afghanistan. Ukraine retakes a small village from Russia. And the trucking company Yellow shuts down after receiving a $700 million government loan. Want more comprehensive analysis of the most important news of the day, plus a little fun? Subscribe to the Up First newsletter.Today's episode of Up First was edited by Amra Pasic, Ally Schweitzer, Michael Sullivan and Emily Kopp. It was produced by Lilly Quiroz, Claire Murashima and Kaity Kline. Our technical director is Zac Coleman, with engineering support from Neisha Heinis.
31/07/23·12m 31s

The Sunday Story: Honoring My Enslaved Ancestors

B.A. Parker had always known about the plantation called Somerset Place, but she had never been. It's where her ancestors had been enslaved, just a short distance from her family's farm. On a journey to explore what it means to honor her ancestors' legacy, Parker and her mom decide to go back to the plantation where it all began. On the ground her ancestors once walked, Parker asks herself: what kind of descendant does she want to be? Today on The Sunday Story we bring you the second episode of Code Switch co-host B.A. Parker's two-part series about her journey back to her roots. Listen to the full series on Code Switch.
30/07/23·36m 15s

GOP Hopefuls In Iowa, Putin Courts Africa, Auto Sales Strong

Republican presidential candidates gathered in Iowa for the state party's annual Lincoln Dinner. Russian President Vladimir Putin is trying to turn African nations into allies. Car companies are making large profits despite inflation and high interest rates.
29/07/23·14m 46s

U.S. Spending Bill, Heat Exhaustion, Netanyahu on New Powers

The House and Senate are on radically different paths to approving the annual spending bills, setting up an anticipated September clash that could lead to another government shutdown. What to look out for as extreme temperatures cause more cases of dangerous heat exhaustion. And Israel's Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu defends the overhaul of his country's judicial system.Want more comprehensive analysis of the most important news of the day, plus a little fun? Subscribe to the Up First newsletter.Up First is produced by Nina Kravinsky and Ana Perez. Our editors are Reena Advani, Padmananda Rama, Carrie Fiebel and Mohamad ElBardicy . Our technical director is Zac Coleman with engineering support from Stacey Abbott.
28/07/23·14m 6s

Hunter Biden's Plea Deal, Niger Coup, New York City's Migrant Shelters

A plea deal struck between the DOJ and Hunter Biden is on hold after a judge said she wants more information about whether the deal extends to any prosecution related to his business dealings. Soldiers in Niger have announced a coup, imposing a curfew and closing borders in a country that is a key U.S. ally in West Africa. And there are widespread reports of inhumane conditions at a large migrant shelter in New York City.Want more comprehensive analysis of the most important news of the day, plus a little fun? Subscribe to the Up First newsletter.Up First is produced by Nina Kravinsky and Ana Perez. Our editors are Reena Advani, Krishnadev Calamur, Katia Riddle, Michael Sullivan and Amra Pasic. Our technical director is Zac Coleman with engineering support from Stacey Abbott.
27/07/23·12m 43s

Fed Interest Rates, Mental Health Care, World Cup Preview

The Fed is expected to raise interest rates again. The Biden administration wants insurance companies to expand mental health coverage. The US plays the Netherlands in the Women's World Cup.Want more comprehensive analysis of the most important news of the day, plus a little fun? Subscribe to the Up First newsletter.Up First is produced by Nina Kravinsky and Shelby Hawkins. Our editors are Reena Advani, Rafael Nam, Diane Webber and Olivia Hampton. Our technical director is Zac Coleman with engineering support from Stacey Abbott.
26/07/23·12m 59s

Israel Protests Continue, Heat Wave Study, Emmett Till Memorial

Israel's Knesset has passed a law limiting the powers of the country's judges and sparking mass protests. A new study indicates climate change causes increasing heat waves. And President Biden will designate a national monument honoring Emmett Till and his mother.Want more comprehensive analysis of the most important news of the day, plus a little fun? Subscribe to the Up First newsletter.Up First is produced by Nina Kravinsky and Shelby Hawkins. Our editors are Reena Advani, Michael Sullivan, Sadie Babits, Susanna Capelouto and Olivia Hampton. Our technical director is Zac Coleman with engineering support from Stacey Abbott.
25/07/23·12m 36s

Israel's Judicial Overhaul Bill, Spain's Elections, Trump's Legal Woes

Israel's parliament is set to vote on weakening the powers of its judiciary. Spain is thrown in political limbo after national elections failed to produce a clear winner. And former President Donald Trump is anticipating federal criminal charges for his role in trying to cling to power after the 2020 election. Want more comprehensive analysis of the most important news of the day, plus a little fun? Subscribe to the Up First newsletter.Up First is produced by Nina Kravinsky and Shelby Hawkins. Our editors are Reena Advani, Krishnadev Calamur. Michael Sullivan and Olivia Hampton. Our technical director is Zac Coleman with engineering support from Carleigh Strange.
24/07/23·13m 1s

The Sunday Story: Uprooted from Honduras by Climate Change

"I feel that I'm stuck. I don't feel that I can build the future I want here."Climate change is disrupting traditional agriculture in Honduras. Unpredictable weather patterns have led to droughts and flooding in a region that has historically relied on rain patterns, and a declining coffee harvest is pushing young farmers to make a difficult decision: should they stay or leave for better opportunities in the U.S.? NPR's Joel Rose and Marisa Peñaloza traveled to remote villages and towns in Honduras to talk to young people who are in the midst of this decision. In this episode of The Sunday Story, Joel and Marisa tell us about their journey, and their conversations with young farmers about what it would mean to stay or go.
23/07/23·29m 19s

Harris on Florida Ed Standards, Ukrainian Grain, Remembering Tony Bennett

Vice President Kamala Harris criticizes a new Florida education standard that suggests enslaved people benefitted from slavery. The UN warns that Russian strikes on Ukrainian ports could disrupt the global food supply. NPR's Scott Simon recounts his own conversations with singer Tony Bennett, who died at the age of 96.
22/07/23·15m 23s

Trump's Politics, AI Oversight, Baghdadi Raid Files

With former President Donald Trump's announcement that an indictment for his role in the Jan. 6 attack on the U.S. Capitol is forthcoming, tension on the campaign trail shows the tightrope other GOP candidates have to walk. The White House and Big Tech announce their plans to keep artificial intelligence in check. And an NPR investigation into Pentagon documents finds flaws in the U.S. claim that civilians were spared in the 2019 operation against the leader of ISIS. Want more comprehensive analysis of the most important news of the day, plus a little fun? Subscribe to the Up First newsletter.Up First is produced by Nina Kravinsky and Shelby Hawkins. Our editors are Reena Advani, Dana Farrington, Megan Pratz, Michael Sullivan and Mohamed ElBardicy. Our technical director is Zac Coleman with engineering support from Arthur Laurent and Stacey Abbott.
21/07/23·12m 44s

Climate Extremes, Ukraine Grain Update, Texas Abortion Bans Challenged

As the world experiences more and more extreme weather, climate experts recommend mitigating measures. With Russia not cooperating, Ukraine scrambles to keep its grain supply route operating. And plaintiffs are back in court challenging abortion bans in Texas.Want more comprehensive analysis of the most important news of the day, plus a little fun? Subscribe to the Up First newsletter.Up First is produced by Nina Kravinsky and Shelby Hawkins. Our editors are Reena Advani, Neela Banerjee, Michael Sullivan and Alice Woelfle. Our technical director is Zac Coleman with engineering support from Stacey Abbott.
20/07/23·12m 40s

Fake Electors, Trump's Legal Battles, Asylum Rule Challenge

Michigan's attorney general has announced charges against 16 people who served as fake electors following the 2020 election. Former President Trump says he's been notified that he's a target in the special counsel's investigation of the January 6 insurrection. And President Biden's immigration policy on asylum seekers is challenged in court.Want more comprehensive analysis of the most important news of the day, plus a little fun? Subscribe to the Up First newsletter.Up First is produced by Nina Kravinsky and Shelby Hawkins. Our editors are Reena Advani, Catherine Laidlaw, Russell Lewis, Denice Rios and Alice Woelfle. Our technical director is Zac Coleman with engineering support from Stacey Abbott.
19/07/23·13m 14s

Trump Pre-Trial Hearing, China Climate-Summit, EU-Tunisia Deal

Former President Trump has a pre-trial hearing for his alleged mishandling of classified documents. The world's two biggest polluters are meeting in Beijing hoping to revive efforts to address climate change. And Europe is offering much-needed money to Tunisia in an effort to stem a wave of migration. Want more comprehensive analysis of the most important news of the day, plus a little fun? Subscribe to the Up First newsletter.Up First is produced by Nina Kravinsky and Shelby Hawkins. Our editors are Reena Advani, Dana Farrington, Michael Sullivan and Alice Woelfle. Our technical director is Zac Coleman with engineering support from Stacey Abbott.
18/07/23·12m 44s

Crimea Bridge Attack, Campaign Fundraising, Alabama Redistricting

Russia is blaming Ukraine for an attack on a key bridge that links Russia to occupied Crimea. President Biden's re-election campaign raised more money than his rivals in the second quarter of the year. And Alabama's state legislature begins a special session to consider a new congressional voting map. Want more comprehensive analysis of the most important news of the day, plus a little fun? Subscribe to the Up First newsletter.Up First is produced by Nina Kravinsky, Ziad Buchh and Ana Perez. Our editors are Reena Advani, Dana Farrington, Benjamin Swasey, Michael Sullivan and Alice Woelfle. Our technical director is Zac Coleman with engineering support from Stacey Abbott.
17/07/23·13m 0s

The Sunday Story: The kids have something to say

What can middle and high school students teach us? What do they care about? And how do they observe their communities and themselves? NPR's Student Podcast Challenge results are in. It's time to hear what the kids have to say.Today on The Sunday Story, Ayesha Rascoe sits down with producers Janet Woojeong Lee and Lauren Migaki, who run the contest, to discuss the 2023 edition. We hear from Dylan McDonald of Massachusetts who's in the midst of a gender transition and from Jiah Hwang on the heartbreaking moment that reinvigorated her relationship with her sister. Amelia Hankinson brings us an ode to growing taller, and undocumented students talk about the way they see their lives now. Visit our episode page for links to more podcasts featured in this episode.
16/07/23·22m 10s

House Passes NDAA, New Student Loan Relief, Floods In India

The House passed the National Defense Authorization Act, leaving Senate to fight over its policies on transgender health care, diversity and abortion. Also, two weeks after the U.S. Supreme Court shut down President Biden's student loan relief program, the Education Department has approved another relief program, one that targets certain low-income borrowers. Plus, we bring you the latest on the deadly floods and landslides in India.
15/07/23·13m 59s

Hollywood Actors Strike, Arizona Heat, U.S. Deficit Jumps

The Hollywood actors' union votes to strike. Extreme heat chokes Phoenix, Arizona. And the federal government's budget deficit nearly tripled in the first nine months of the fiscal year.Want more comprehensive analysis of the most important news of the day, plus a little fun? Subscribe to the Up First newsletter.Up First is produced by Nina Kravinsky, Shelby Hawkins and Kaity Kline. Our editors are Olivia Hampton, Rafael Nam, Michael Sullivan, Denice Rios and Alice Woelfle. Our technical director is Carleigh Strange with engineering support from Stacey Abbott.
14/07/23·13m 18s

Defense Bill Amendments, Threads Strategy, Guatemala Chaos

GOP lawmakers want to amend the defense authorization bill. Social media newcomer Threads seeks to downgrade news and politics on its platform. And Guatemala's presidential election faces more chaos.Want more comprehensive analysis of the most important news of the day, plus a little fun? Subscribe to the Up First newsletter.Up First is produced by Nina Kravinsky, Shelby Hawkins and Kaity Kline. Our editors are Olivia Hampton, Rafael Nam, Michael Sullivan, Denice Rios and Alice Woelfle. Our technical director is Zac Coleman with engineering support from Stacey Abbott.
13/07/23·14m 37s

Biden Meets Zelenskyy, June Inflation, SAG-AFTRA Deadline Expires

President Joe Biden meets his Ukrainian counterpart. New inflation numbers are set to show easing inflation. And major Hollywood studios' contract with the actors' union is set to expire.Want more comprehensive analysis of the most important news of the day, plus a little fun? Subscribe to the Up First newsletter.Up First is produced by Nina Kravinsky, Shelby Hawkins and Kaity Kline. Our editors are Olivia Hampton, Rafael Nam, Michael Sullivan, Denice Rios and Alice Woelfle. Our technical director is Zac Coleman with engineering support from Arthur Laurent.
12/07/23·12m 57s

Sweden and NATO, Israel Democracy Protests, Vermont Floods

Sweden is set to join NATO after Turkey withdraws objections, protests sweep Israel over judicial overhaul plans and flash floods force evacuations in Vermont.Want more comprehensive analysis of the most important news of the day, plus a little fun? Subscribe to the Up First newsletter.Up First is produced by Nina Kravinsky, Shelby Hawkins and Kaity Kline. Our editors are Olivia Hampton, Roberta Rampton, Michael Sullivan, Denice Rios and Alice Woelfle. Our technical director is Carleigh Strange with engineering support from Arthur Laurent.
11/07/23·12m 16s

Biden and NATO, Ukraine Commanders Returned, Tennessee Gender-Affirming Care Ban

President Joe Biden seeks to shore up America's alliances in Europe. Ukrainian commanders released by Russia return to Ukraine. And a federal court bans gender-affirming care for Tennessee minors.Want more comprehensive analysis of the most important news of the day, plus a little fun? Subscribe to the Up First newsletter.Up First is produced by Nina Kravinsky, Shelby Hawkins and Kaity Kline. Our editors are Olivia Hampton, Roberta Rampton, Katia Riddle, Michael Sullivan and Alice Woelfle. Our technical director is Carleigh Strange with engineering support from Arthur Laurent.
10/07/23·13m 20s

The Sunday Story: Permission to share

"It's this version of me that my mom's publicized and made very permanent."Lou grew up as a social media baby. Their mom had a public blog where she shared details about her life as a mother. But she also shared details about her kids, including Lou. Now, Lou remembers the blog as a fixture of their childhood, but not in a good way. Throughout their teen years and into adulthood, strange adults would reach out to Lou online, asking personal and often inappropriate questions. Classmates would use content from the blog to embarrass them. Lou is part of a generation of social media babies now grappling as young adults with a digital version of themselves created by their parents and shared with the world. Today on The Sunday Story, a look at family blogging, a trend that's become so popular there's now a name for it: "sharenting." But a growing number of young people are starting to object, saying such blogs take a toll on their mental health and violate their privacy.
09/07/23·27m 56s

U.S. Destroys Its Chemical Weapons, Unpacking Bidenomics, Ghost Guns

The U.S. vowed to get rid of its chemical weapon stockpile decades ago...and finally fulfilled that promise this weekend. Also, pundits have labeled President Biden's economic plan "Bidenomics" - we look at what that plan includes, and how the president is using the moniker in his campaign. Plus, a lawsuit in Philadelphia targets the makers of the kits used to make ghost guns.
08/07/23·15m 7s

Cluster Bombs For Ukraine, OK For Alzheimer's Drug, Progressive Pressure On Biden

Officials tell NPR the Biden administration plans to deliver controversial cluster munitions to Ukraine. The FDA gives full approval to a drug shown to slow Alzheimer's disease. And ahead of 2024, some progressive Democrats are pressing President Biden to move faster and do more on issues like climate and police reform.Want more comprehensive analysis of the most important news of the day, plus a little fun? Subscribe to the Up First newsletter.Up First is produced by Nina Kravinsky, Shelby Hawkins, Taylor Haney and Julie Depenbrock. Our editors are Michael Sullivan, Amina Kahn, Roberta Rampton, Alice Woelfle and Jan Johnson. Our technical director is Carleigh Strange with engineering support from Stacey Abbott.
07/07/23·11m 55s

Yellen Goes To China, Threads Take On Tweets, America Needs Its Charge

Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen visits China on a mission to ease tensions and open communications. Facebook's parent launches Threads to compete with Twitter. And on-the-road charging remains a barrier to EV sales.Want more comprehensive analysis of the most important news of the day, plus a little fun? Subscribe to the Up First newsletter.Up First is produced by Nina Kravinsky, Shelby Hawkins, Taylor Haney and Julie Depenbrock. Our editors are Michael Sullivan, Rafael Nam, Pallavi Gogoi, Alice Woelfle and Jan Johnson. Our technical director is Zac Coleman with engineering support from Stacey Abbott.
06/07/23·13m 22s

Citywide Gun Trauma, Sweden's NATO Pitch, GOP's Tech Lawsuit

Experts say long and profound effects of gun violence are felt by survivors — and entire communities. President Biden meets Sweden's prime minister to try to advance Stockholm's admission to NATO. And a judge puts a pause on communications in a GOP lawsuit to limit government contact with tech firms.Want more comprehensive analysis of the most important news of the day, plus a little fun? Subscribe to the Up First newsletter.Up First is produced by Nina Kravinsky, Shelby Hawkins, and Taylor Haney. Our editors are Jane Greenhalgh, Roberta Rampton, Alice Woelfle and Jan Johnson. Our technical director is Stacey Abbott with engineering support from Hannah Gluvna.
05/07/23·12m 39s

Israel's West Bank Raid, Ukraine's Offensive, Highland Park's Memories

A hospital team works around the clock while Israel pursues militants in a West Bank refugee camp. As Ukraine presses its counteroffensive, Russia says it repelled a drone attack on a big Moscow airport. And a Chicago suburb remembers the victims of a mass shooting at a July Fourth parade one year ago.Want more comprehensive analysis of the most important news of the day, plus a little fun? Subscribe to the Up First newsletter.Up First is produced by Nina Kravinsky, Shelby Hawkins, Taylor Haney and Julie Depenbrock. Our editors are Michael Sullivan, Kevin Drew, Cheryl Corley, Alice Woelfle and Jan Johnson. Our technical director is Zac Coleman with engineering support from Stacey Abbott.
04/07/23·12m 54s

Campaigns Look To Court, France Seeks Calm, Twitter Rations Views

Presidential candidates aim to court voters by responding to far-reaching Supreme Court rulings. French authorities say security measures are calming the protests that began after the police killing of a 17-year-old. And another Twitter surprise — Elon Musk rations the number of tweets users can see.Want more comprehensive analysis of the most important news of the day, plus a little fun? Subscribe to the Up First newsletter.Up First is produced by Nina Kravinsky, Shelby Hawkins, Taylor Haney and Julie Depenbrock. Our editors are Dana Farrington, Michael Sullivan, Rafael Nam, Adam Bearne and Jan Johnson. Our technical director is Zac Coleman with engineering support from Stacey Abbott.
03/07/23·13m 5s

The Sunday Story: Election workers under siege

"They said that they were coming for my family and somebody would have to pay for this."Across the US, election workers say they are being verbally abused, followed, harassed and threatened. Much of this animosity is being driven by misinformation, particularly Donald Trump's ongoing lie that the 2020 election was stolen from him.NPR's Chris Arnold reached out to thousands of election workers and heard back from many across 22 states who fear for their safety, the safety of their families and even their pets. In this episode of The Sunday Story, Chris tells Ayesha Rascoe about his investigation—and how the questions he asked led him to a rural county in Oregon, where election workers are beefing up their security and worrying about what's coming in 2024.
02/07/23·25m 56s

Vice President Harris Interview, Unrest in France, Actors' Strike

Vice President Harris tells NPR the Biden Administration will move forward with student loan forgiveness. Unrest continues in France after massive protests over a police killing of a teenager. Hollywood prepares for a looming actors' strike.
01/07/23·14m 47s

College Admissions and Race, Student Debt Ruling, Actors Union Negotiations

How will colleges improve diversity on campus after the U.S. Supreme Court ruled that race cannot be considered in admissions? Another highly anticipated SCOTUS ruling will decide whether President Biden's student loan forgiveness plan can proceed. The union contract for Hollywood actors expires tonight, will they join writers on the picket line?
30/06/23·13m 4s

Ukrainian General Speaks, U.S. Air Quality, Paris Police Killing

A Ukrainian general says the Wagner group is not crucial to Russia's current efforts in Ukraine. Many Midwestern cities are experiencing unhealthy air from wildfire smoke. Anger erupted into violence across France after police shot and killed a 17 year-old Tuesday.
29/06/23·12m 54s

Heat Hits Texas, Honduras Gang Crackdown, Malaria in the US

Texas is withering under intense heat as June is on track to be the hottest on on record globally. Honduras tries to reduce gang violence using harsh tactics that are raising questions of human rights abuses. Scientists believe they have detected cases of locally transmitted malaria in the U.S.
28/06/23·13m 25s

Putin Rebukes Wagner, Biden on Putin, Nevada Lithium Mine

Putin tries to present a united front in the wake of a mercenary rebellion. Biden emphasizes that the U.S. played no role in Russia's turmoil. Tribes go to court to try to halt construction of a lithium mine near a sacred site. Want more comprehensive analysis of the most important news of the day, plus a little fun? Subscribe to the Up First newsletter. Up First is produced by David West, Lindsay Totty, and Mansee Khurana.Our editors are Alice Woelfle, Michael Sullivan, Roberta Rampton, and Eric WhitneyOur technical director is Zac Coleman with Engineering support from Carleigh Strange
27/06/23·12m 40s

Turmoil in Russia, Biden's Summer Roadshow, Cop City Protests

Russian President Vladimir Putin has been silent since a mercenary army attempted a mutiny over the weekend. President Biden hits the road to get the word out about his infrastructure programs. Tensions are high in Atlanta as activists take part in a week of action to stop construction of a massive police training facility. Want more comprehensive analysis of the most important news of the day, plus a little fun? Subscribe to the Up First newsletter.Up First is produced by David West, Mansee Khurana, and Lindsay TottyOur editors are Andrew Sussman, Roberta Rampton, Nishant Dahiya and Alice WoelfleOur technical director is Zac Coleman, with engineering support from Carleigh Strange
26/06/23·12m 47s

The Sunday Story: The 13th Step

It started with a tip. Eventually, multiple sources said it was an open secret: the founder of New Hampshire's largest addiction treatment network was sexually harassing or assaulting women – allegations he denies.As New Hampshire Public Radio reporter Lauren Chooljian began looking into the allegations, she found a longstanding–and long tolerated–culture of sexual misconduct within the addiction treatment industry. A phenomenon people in the recovery world call "the 13th step."Today on The Sunday Story, we talk to Chooljian about her reporting and bring you the first episode of her new podcast, The 13th Step.
25/06/23·43m 53s

Turmoil in Russia, Trump Attorney on Trial, SCOTUS Immigration Ruling

Russian President Vladimir Putin accuses a former ally of treason. The California State Bar seeks to revoke the law license of a pro-Trump attorney. The Supreme Court upholds the Biden administration's priorities for which kind of migrants to detain.
24/06/23·14m 52s

Submersible Tragedy, Abortion Rights Today, Independent Voters Speak

The search for a missing submersible ended in tragedy as evidence of a catastrophic implosion was found on the sea floor. What does reproductive health access look like a year after Roe v. Wade was overturned? Independent voters share their views on Trump and the current state of American politics.
23/06/23·13m 26s

India State Visit, Missing Submersible, Train Derailment Hearings

India's prime minister is in Washington for a state visit, as part of the U.S. plan to counter China. The search for the missing submersible enters it's 4th day. Residents of East Palestine Ohio are hoping to get answers from hearings on a toxic train derailment that upended life in their town four months ago.
22/06/23·12m 19s

Submersible Search, Trump Attorney on Trial, Poll on Abortion

Rescuers had an encouraging development in the search for a missing submersible. An attorney who assisted in the effort to overturn the 2020 election could lose his law license. A new poll asks American's how they feel about abortion a year after Roe v. Wade was overturned.
21/06/23·13m 29s

Blinken in London, West Bank Settlements, Virginia Primary

The Secretary of State arrives in London for a conference on Ukraine's economic recovery. Israel is speeding up construction of Jewish settlements in the occupied West Bank as fighting between Israelis and Palestinians intensifies. Today is the final day of voting in Virginia's expensive and competitive primary election.
20/06/23·13m 45s

Blinken in China, US-China Trade War, Juneteenth History and Symbolism

Secretary of State Antony Blinken is in Beijing hoping to lay the foundation for better US-China Relations. Why has President Biden kept in place Trump-era tariffs on Chinese goods? Juneteenth became a federal holiday in 2021 but it's still unknown to many Americans.
19/06/23·13m 11s

The Sunday Story: "I didn't know I was Black until I came to this country"

One in ten Black people living in the U.S. is an immigrant, and many Black immigrants—particularly those born in African nations—have settled in the South, according to a Pew Research report from 2022. This statistic caught Code Switch editor Leah Donnella's eye. And she wanted to know: how have Black immigrants redefined their sense of identity in the South, while confronting American racism? In this episode of The Sunday Story, Leah tells host Ayesha Rascoe about the people she met in Tennessee.You can read and listen to more of Leah's reporting, as part of her Above the Fray fellowship, here.
18/06/23·26m 53s

DOJ Minneapolis Police Report, Blinken Visits China, Yemen's Lost Decade

The Justice Department releases its investigation into the Minneapolis police that began after the 2020 murder of George Floyd. Secretary of State Antony Blinken visits China to improve communication between the two countries. After a decade of war, Yemen is one of the worst humanitarian crises in the world, but there once was hope in the country.
17/06/23·14m 29s

Migrant Boat Sinks, Wildfire Smoke Returns, Deadly Street Drug

Hundreds are feared dead after a boat carrying hundreds of migrants sank in the Mediterranean Sea. Wildfire smoke is again drifting South from Canada impacting air quality in several states. A deadly chemical is being mixed with street drugs all over the country, why do we know so little about it?
16/06/23·13m 14s

Miami Mayor in GOP primary, Tucker Carlson on Twitter, South Asian Cyclone

The mayor of Miami, who has clashed with fellow Floridians Donald Trump and Ron DeSantis, joins the 2024 presidential primary. Tucker Carlson is getting a lot of views on Twitter, Fox News wants to stop that. More than 150,000 people have evacuated as a cyclone approaches India and Pakistan.
15/06/23·13m 38s

Trump and the GOP, Ukraine and NATO, Federal Reserve Meeting

The former president is facing 37 federal charges but still has the support of many in his party. Ahead of an upcoming NATO summit Baltic countries are pushing for Ukraine to join the alliance. After nearly a year of monthly interest rate hikes, the Fed may give us a break.
14/06/23·13m 25s
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