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The 2024 Nobel Peace Prize is awarded to Japanese atomic bomb survivors group
by Eleanor Beardsley
The 2024 Nobel Peace Prize has been awarded to Nihon Hidankyo. Its members are survivors of the August 1945 U.S. nuclear bomb attacks on the Japanese cities of Hiroshima and Nagasaki.
Putin has threatened nuclear action. Here's what Russia is actually capable of
NPR's Sarah McCammon asks Hans Kristensen, director of the Nuclear Information Project at the Federation of American Scientists, what we know about Russia's nuclear stockpile and capabilities.
Ukrainian President Zelenskyy spoke to Parliament to ask for global assistance
by Ryan Lucas
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy gave an impassioned speech to the British Parliament as efforts to evacuate civilians were imperiled amid reports of continued fighting.
Americans are looking for a way to memorialize their loved ones lose to COVID
by Tamara Keith
Efforts are underway to create a memorial for people who died from COVID. Some are pushing for a monument, others are working for a day of remembrance.
A bill to expand VA care for veterans exposed to toxic burn pits is moving slow
by Quil Lawrence
President Biden's son was one of many veterans who may have been sickened by burn pits. Advocates say the White House and Congress have been slow to officially link the health problems to the pits.
Jan. 6 Capitol riot defendant Guy Reffitt has been found guilty on all counts
by Carrie Johnson
A federal jury deliberated for just three hours before it found Jan. 6 insurrectionist Guy Reffitt guilty on all five charges brought against him by the U.S. government.
President Biden bans Russian oil imports
President Biden is banning U.S. imports of Russian oil: the latest move to punish Moscow for its war on Ukraine. Gasoline prices are spiking.
Remembering photojournalist in Uganda, Sumy Sadurni
by Eyder Peralta
Sumy Sadurni was a Spanish-Mexican freelance photojournalist based in Kampala, Uganda. The 32-year-old was known for her evocative work across the region. She died in a car accident on Monday.
With all of their health problems, should bulldogs continue to be bred?
by Lauren Sommer
A judge in Norway has banned the breeding of bulldogs. Their flat, smooshed faces can cause health problems. An animal rights group argued the breed is so unhealthy, it amounts to animal cruelty.
Florida lawmakers pass controversial so-called 'Don't Say Gay' bill
by Danielle Prieur
Florida lawmakers passed a controversial bill that limits discussion of homosexuality and gender identity in schools. Students and teachers opposed to the legislation are responding.
Minneapolis teachers strike over staff resources and support for students
by Jon Collins
Minneapolis teachers went on strike for the first time in more than 50 years. Educators want to increase support staff salaries, reduce class sizes and provide more mental health supports to students.