Civilian Polaris Dawn spacewalk mission is set to make history next week
The planned spacewalk — a first for a private mission — will rely on simply opening the spacecraft’s hatch.
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How are pro-Palestinian Democrats balancing opposition to the U.S. Gaza policy?
NPR's A Martinez asks Georgia state Representative Ruwa Romman about balancing support for Vice President Harris and opposing the administration's policy toward the war in Gaza.
Shortly after ending his reelection bid, Biden delivers convention keynote address
The first night of the Democratic National Convention was a tribute to President Biden's accomplishments in office, roughly one month after he ended his re-election bid.
Trying to sell Russian oligarch's seized luxury assets is running into trouble
After Western governments seized millions in assets from Russian oligarchs, a question remains: What should be done with their yachts?
'No stone unturned': Vietnam's new party boss extends his anti-corruption campaign
The new Vietnamese leader's pragmatic approach to ideology and diplomacy may see Vietnam become more confident in pursuing its national interests. But preserving the anti-corruption campaign is paramount.
A new twist on the saying: one person’s trash is another person’s treasure
Workers at a landfill in California have started rescuing items, cleaning them up, and reselling them at a new shop on the premises. The proceeds support various recycling projects.
Art exhibition aims to reframe Texas border city's image beyond immigration battle
Eagle Pass, Texas, has been center stage in a border conflict between federal authorities and the state. A new art exhibition aims to reframe the city's image.
6 months after Chiefs Super Bowl parade shooting, survivors have emotional scars
Children who were injured in a shooting at the Kansas City Chiefs Super Bowl victory parade six months ago have healed physically, but the memory of that violent day remains.
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The first night of the Democrat's convention is in the books. Police arrest protesters outside the convention. Secretary of State Blinken is due in Egypt and Qatar for Gaza cease-fire talks.
Search resumes for British tech magnate and 5 others after yacht sinks off Sicily
Rescue teams were returning to the site of a sunken yacht off Sicily on Tuesday to search for six people, including British tech magnate Mike Lynch, who are believed to be still trapped in the hull.