All Things Considered
Weekdays from 4-6:00pm
In-depth reporting and transformed the way listeners understand current events and view the world. Every weekday, hear two hours of breaking news mixed with compelling analysis, insightful commentaries, interviews, and special - sometimes quirky - features.
Some domestic violence shelters say there are benefits to disclosing their locations
Domestic violence shelters have long kept their locations secret to protect victims. But some say being more open is actually safer, and easier on victims.
The Iditarod moves its starting point north due to disappointing snow conditions
Snow conditions were so terrible in southcentral Alaska this year that the Iditarod had to move its starting point over 200 miles north to Fairbanks. This is the fourth time the race has had to move.
Syria's Alawite sect faces violent attacks as new government tries to find its footing
by Jane Arraf
Syria's new government is struggling to impose order in a country where some are settling scores. Sunni Arab fighters have killed members of the same religious sect as the deposed president.
Armed militants terrorize Rohingya community in Bangladesh refugee camps
by Shamim Chowdhury
In Bangladesh's Rohingya refugee camps, armed militant gangs have been killing members of their community for years. Rights groups say their targets include anyone who refuses to join them.
Ukraine accepted a U.S. proposal for a temporary ceasefire. Russia has yet to respond
by Joanna Kakissis
Secretary of State Marco Rubio says Ukraine has accepted a U.S. proposal for a ceasefire with Russia that will take effect if the Kremlin agrees.
From barley to cans to kegs: How President Trump's tariffs will affect craft brewers
Small scale brewers faced increased costs beyond just for aluminum cans from Trump administration tariffs.
One story of finding love in the height of the pandemic
by Ashley Brown
It's been five years since the World Health Organization declared COVID-19 a global pandemic. This week, we're bringing stories of people who found an unexpected dose of joy amid so much devastation.
Thousands turn out for cross-country skiing World Championships in Norway
by Nat Herz
In Norway, where skiing is the top sport, huge crowds turned out there for the world championships of cross country skiing that wrapped up this weekend.
VA patients feel the cuts to mental health care, as thousands more layoffs loom
by Katia Riddle
The Department of Veterans Affairs is forecasting tens of thousands of job cuts in the near future. Patients at the VA say the threat to their care is damaging their mental health.
Trump's 25% tariffs on steel and aluminum are set to start tomorrow
by Scott Horsley
President Trump plans to impose a 25% tariff on all imported steel and aluminum, starting Wednesday. The move could help domestic steel and aluminum makers but raise prices for everyone else.
For Dylan Mulvaney, 'sweet earnestness' is what feels right
by Juana Summers
NPR's Juana Summers talks with Dylan Mulvaney, author of Paper Doll: Notes from a Late Bloomer, about the highs and lows of the early days of her transition and the joy she tries to share.
Greenlandic people vote on their future in parliamentary elections
Tuesday's vote is seen one of its most pivotal yet for Greenland's future, as the issue of independence has taken center stage in campaign debates for the first time.
Hundreds of Syrian children dumped in orphanages during Assad regime can't be traced
by Diaa Hadid
An NPR investigation finds that more than 350 Syrian children were secretly placed in orphanages across the capital, Damascus, when the Assad regime was in power. Now, some of them cannot be found.