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Why some EV buyers are getting their tax returns rejected this year
by Camila Domonoske
The federal EV tax credit, worth up to $7,500, saw big changes in 2024. For buyers, the credit typically became easier to get. But if their dealers skipped a step, it was a different story.
Ahead Of Saudi Strike, Officials Say Satellites Show Iran Readying Weapons
NPR's Rachel Martin talks to NPR Pentagon correspondent Tom Bowman and Trita Parsi of the Quincy Institute for Responsible Statecraft about the weekend attack on oil facilities in Saudi Arabia.
Trump Announces Robert C. O'Brien As New National Security Adviser
Robert C. O'Brien replaces John Bolton, who left the post last week. O'Brien moves from his current State Department role as special presidential envoy for hostage affairs.
Day 3 Of The UAW's Strike Against GM And The Sides Are Very Far Apart
by Tracy Samilton
The key issues that remain unresolved are health insurance benefits, and the carmaker's reliance on temporary workers. The very far apart language leads some to believe the strike could be a long one.
Bachelorettes Take Party To The Bahamas Despite Dorian
Hurricane Dorian recently devastated the country, but a Georgia woman's bachelorette party was already planned. They used the opportunity to take donated supplies to Nassau.
Grocery Bagger Chases Down Thief To Get Customer's Purse Back
The thief must not have known that Juwone Scott is an athlete — he was a weightlifter in the Special Olympics last year. KTBS-TV In Shreveport, La., reports Scott chased the man and got the purse.
Remembering Cokie Roberts, Who Forged A Path For Female Journalists
Cokie Roberts was a pioneering journalist, who helped other women find prominent roles in the industry. Roberts, who died Tuesday at age 75, is remembered by her colleagues and friends.
Cokie Roberts Was Devoted To Her Roman Catholic Faith
by Don Gonyea
In addition to her work as a journalist and author, Cokie Roberts was well known as a prominent Catholic. It was part of her public persona, and she didn't hesitate to criticize the church she loved.
China Is The U.S.'s Top Intelligence Threat, American Officials Say
by Ryan Lucas
Three ex-U.S. intelligence officers recently were convicted or pleaded guilty to spying for China, and the Justice Department brought almost a dozen more cases related to Chinese economic espionage.
Israeli Election: Exit Polls Are Too Close To Call
by Daniel Estrin
National elections were held Tuesday in Israel, and the country's two main political parties are deadlocked. Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's fate is in limbo.
Tent Courts For Migrant Asylum-Seekers Described As Disorganized
NPR's Rachel Martin talks to Lisa Koop of the National Immigrant Justice Center about new courtroom facilities in Texas at the U.S.-Mexico border that are processing asylum claims via teleconference.
Solomon Islands Officials End Ties With Taiwan, Realign With China
NPR's David Greene talks to Tarcisius Kabataulaka of the University of Hawaii about the Solomon Islands switching diplomatic recognition from Taiwan to China.
Germany's Migrant Issues Contribute To Surge In Votes For Far-Right Party
by Rob Schmitz
While centrist politicians in Germany worry about Nazi-era emotions rising again, right-wing voters say they have valid concerns that aren't being met by center-left ruling parties.