Nation Mar 16 How DOGE’s cutbacks at the FAA could affect aviation safety President Trump's drive to shrink the federal workforce has touched nearly every agency, including the Federal Aviation Administration. It comes amid rising public concern about air safety after recent incidents, including January's mid-air collision of a passenger jet and an…
Nation Mar 15 What’s causing a multi-day outbreak of deadly tornadoes across the U.S. A second round of violent weather is barreling across the central and southern U.S. after a deadly and destructive Friday night. The storms have spawned tornadoes and fanned wildfires and dust storms that claimed at least 17 lives. John Yang…
World Mar 09 Former ambassador discusses upcoming U.S.-Ukraine talks to end the war with Russia Russia and Ukraine traded heavy drone strikes overnight into this morning, even as the U.S. and Ukraine prepare to talk about how to end the war. Secretary of State Rubio heads to Saudi Arabia Sunday night, where he’ll meet with…
Health Mar 08 What’s behind the growing measles outbreak and how the Trump administration is responding The growing measles outbreak in the U.S. Southwest claimed a second life this week. So far this year, more than 220 cases have been reported across 12 states, with the majority in Texas. John Yang speaks with infectious disease epidemiologist…
Nation Mar 08 Schools brace for immigration arrests after Trump administration changes ICE policy When President Trump began his second term, the Department of Homeland Security lifted restrictions on immigration arrests at schools, hospitals and places of worship. Late Friday, a federal judge denied a request by Denver Public Schools to pause the new…
Science Mar 08 Scientists shed new light on the mysterious ‘lost years’ of sea turtles Sea turtles are considered one of the oldest living species on Earth, but it’s been a mystery where their babies go after heading out to sea. Known as their “lost years,” the lack of information makes it hard for conservationists…
Nation Mar 05 Supreme Court rejects Trump administration’s bid to freeze billions in foreign aid The Supreme Court on Wednesday rejected the Trump administration’s request to freeze billions of dollars in foreign aid for work that has already been done. The administration asked the court to block a lower-court ruling ordering the government to release…
World Mar 02 Former Saudi ambassador weighs in on Trump’s approach to Gaza and the Middle East Israel is blocking humanitarian aid from reaching Gaza until Hamas agrees to a proposal to extend phase one of the ceasefire, which expired Saturday. John Yang speaks with Prince Turki Al-Faisal, a former Saudi ambassador to the U.S. and U.K.,…
Arts Mar 02 How AI was used in the making of some of this year’s Oscar favorites At this year’s Oscars, there is a subplot of controversy over the use of artificial intelligence in the production of a number of nominated films, including some in the running for best picture. Katey Rich, awards editor at The Ankler…
World Mar 01 Former U.S. ambassador on Zelenskyy’s next moves after Oval Office blowout Washington and Europe are still feeling the reverberations of Friday’s heated Oval Office exchange between President Trump and Ukrainian President Zelenskyy. Now, Zelenskyy is in London to rally the support of European leaders. Kurt Volker, former U.S. special envoy to…