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One of the U.S.'s priciest fighter jets is missing. The internet's having fun with it
by Jay Price
Have you seen this plane? The U.S. military is looking for an $80 million fighter jet. Officials say a mishap forced the pilot to eject somewhere near Charleston, S.C.
Iran is gaining access to about $6 billion in the deal to release 5 Americans
by Michele Kelemen
Five Americans are freed from Iran to joy from their families but the U.S. agreement to release them is drawing criticism.
Puerto Rico hopes solar project will secure electric grid for future hurricanes
by Chris Bentley
Puerto Rico's power grid does not have a good record when it comes to weathering powerful storms. Many on the island would like to develop a more decentralized grid powered mostly by the sun.
The politics of McCarthy's impeachment inquiry into Biden
by Deirdre Walsh
House Speaker Kevin McCarthy says he's directing the House to open an impeachment inquiry into President Biden. Scott Detrow speaks with NPR's Deirdre Walsh and former House Speaker Newt Gingrich.
7 wild facts about the spotted lanternfly
by Marielle Segarra
Spotted Lanternflies are an invasive species of bug now in 14 states. NPR's Life Kit has tips on how you can help stop their spread.
UAW strike enters Day 3: layoffs; talks ongoing
by Andrea Hsu
Auto workers are three days into a strike at the Big Three American automakers. Talks are ongoing, but not a lot of progress has been reported yet. The automakers have announced layoffs in response.
How Popeyes kicked off the chicken sandwich wars
Scott Detrow talks to journalist Jonathan Maze about how fast food chains are vying for chicken sandwich supremacy.
Why some states are turning to nonpartisan primaries
by Ashley Lopez
There's a lot of discontent with America's political system, including with primary elections. Many experts say party-based primaries shut out independent voters and make political polarization worse. That's why some states are turning to nonpartisan primaries.
Experts say modern cars can violate consumer privacy
by Scott Detrow
Scott Detrow speaks to Jen Caltrider about the data security risks associated with cars.
Pro-gun groups argue Albuquerque firearm ban is unconstitutional
by Megan Myscofski
In response to recent shootings New Mexico's governor banned open carry of firearms in public places in Albuquerque. Pro-gun groups sued, calling the public health order unconstitutional.