
All Things Considered
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VA research brought CT scans and pacemakers into the world. Now it's at risk of cuts
by Quil Lawrence
Researchers at the Department of Veterans Affairs warn that crucial medical research is in jeopardy unless the Trump administration reverses course on cuts.
Oregon will criminalize drugs again, but enforcement will vary
On Sunday, possessing drugs will again be a crime in Oregon, after lawmakers rolled back the state's pioneering drug decriminalization bill. But enforcement may look different across counties.
Quechua pop, hip hop, and trap are getting attention beyond South America
by Sarah Handel
An oral language rich in history from Peru is having a moment, with artists using it in hip hop, rap, trap, and pop music.
The U.S. national security adviser meets with Chinese leaders in Beijing
by John Ruwitch
National security adviser Jake Sullivan wrapped up a trip to Beijing by meeting with China's leader, Xi Jinping.
What Nvidia's rollercoaster week may mean for the future of AI
by Maria Aspan
The chip company's up-and-down week reflects Wall Street's attempts to predict the future of artificial intelligence, and how quickly that future will get here.
Harris defends policy positions and tries to define her campaign
by Tamara Keith
In a Georgia bus tour and CNN interview, Vice President Harris has given a closer look at what her policy stances are and what her campaign is focused on.
Meet the scientist teaching a once-extinct bird species how to migrate for the winter
NPR's Ailsa Chang talks with biologist Johannes Fritz, who's currently on a journey to teach northern bald ibises how to migrate for winter. The birds species was previously extinct in central Europe.
Three former Memphis cops go to trial next month for the death of Tyre Nichols
by Debbie Elliott
Three former Memphis police officers will face trial on federal civil rights and conspiracy charges for the death of Black motorist Tyre Nichols in January 2023.
As Trump promises tariffs, some worry about their impact on North Carolina’s economy
Tariffs have already affected trade in the battleground state of North Carolina. Now former President Trump is proposing new ones.
LA commision releases findings on history of racial injustice in the city
by Adrian Florido
A Los Angeles commission report has outlined historical and contemporary racial injustices that Black residents face. The authors hope it will help guide the creation of a reparations program.
Health experts worry about the spread of bird flu during this fair season
The Indiana State Fair is exhibiting prize dairy cows, amid the threat of bird flu that has been detected in cattle from 13 states.
The college football season kicks off with several changes
by Becky Sullivan
It's time for college football, and this year it's going to be quite different. Colleges have switched conferences and the playoffs are expanding from four teams to 12.