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How Iranians are reacting to news of the two-week ceasefire between the US and Iran

Iranian state media showed images of Iranians celebrating the news of the ceasefire, but for many, the deal also means an end to any hope of real regime change.

Apr 8, 20264 min

With temporary ceasefire in place, what's Iran's next move?

With President Trump declaring a two-week ceasefire, NPR's Leila Fadel speaks with Suzanne Maloney, vice president and director for foreign policy at Brookings, about Iran's next moves.

Apr 8, 20266 min

Iran expert discusses U.S. strikes on key oil production facility

NPR's Leila Fadel speaks with Vali Nasr of Johns Hopkins University about the latest U.S. strikes on a key Iranian oil production facility.

Apr 7, 20264 min

U.S. military launches strikes on Iran's Kharg Island

The U.S. military has launched strikes on Iran's Kharg Island ahead of President Trump's deadline for the country to reopen the Strait of Hormuz.

Apr 7, 20263 min

Trump repeats threats to bomb Iran's power plants and bridges if deal isn't reached

President Trump has repeated threats to Iran's civilian infrastructure if a deal isn't reached by Tuesday night.

Apr 7, 20263 min

Rep. Adam Smith, D-Wash., talks about Trump's threats against Iran's infrastructure

NPR's Leila Fadel asks Rep. Adam Smith, the top Democrat on the House Armed Services Committee, about President Trump's continued threats against Iran and prospects for a ceasefire.

Apr 7, 20267 min

Trump's deadline looms as strikes in the Middle East intensify

Apr 7, 20263 min

Morning news brief

Trump repeats threat to bomb Iran's infrastructure if a deal isn't reached, strikes in the Middle East intensify as Trump's deadline looms, Artemis II crew heads home after historic moon mission.

Apr 7, 202610 min

Actress Chase Infiniti talks about new 'Handmaid's Tale' sequel, 'The Testaments'

NPR's A Martínez speaks with Chase Infiniti, who stars in "The Testaments," based on Margaret Atwood's novel that takes place years after the events told in "The Handmaid's Tale."

Apr 7, 20266 min

How much has the US spent on the war in Iran

NPR's Leila Fadel asks Mark Cancian, a retired Marine colonel and a senior advisor at the Center for Strategic and International Studies, about how much the U.S. has spent on the Iran war.

Apr 7, 20265 min

The history of the out-of-this-world playlist NASA uses to wake up mission crews

It's become a tradition: NASA's ground control plays music to wake up the astronauts on a mission. NASA's chief historian Brian Odom shares the history of the practice.

Apr 7, 20262 min

Michigan wins school's second NCAA basketball title, beating UConn

Michigan clawed its way to victory Monday, defeating UConn and securing the school's second NCAA men's basketball title. NPR's A Martinez talks to Martenzie Johnson of ESPN and Andscape about the win.

Apr 7, 20263 min

Nearly 50 years later, Cincinnati may get a real 'WKRP'

Nearly 50 years after a sitcom made the name famous, it appears there will actually be a "WKRP in Cincinnati."

Apr 7, 20262 min

Trump sets deadline for Iran to reopen the Strait of Hormuz

President Trump has given Iran until Tuesday night to reopen the Strait of Hormuz or the U.S. will hit Iran's power plants. Iran has said it won't back down.

Apr 6, 20263 min

Former Navy fighter pilot talks about US mission to rescue pilot shot down over Iran

NPR's Leila Fadel speaks with former Navy fighter pilot Matthew "Whiz" Buckley about the U.S. rescue mission for the crew members of an F-15 fighter jet shot down over Iran.

Apr 6, 20265 min

Shingles can hit younger than you think. The vaccine can prevent excruciating pain

A reactivation of the virus that causes chickenpox, the illness can be miserable. Here's what to know about early warning signs, long-term symptoms and some surprising news about the vaccine.

Apr 6, 20263 min

Savannah Guthrie returns to the 'Today' show months after her mother's disappearance

Savannah Guthrie's mother, Nancy Guthrie, has not been seen since returning home from a family dinner the evening of Jan. 31.

Apr 6, 20262 min

Raye talks about her artistic journey and new album, 'This Music May Contain Hope'

Apr 6, 20267 min

Environmentalists want 'Alligator Alcatraz' to close. They'll get a hearing this week

Apr 6, 20263 min

Pope Leo calls for peace and an end to world conflicts in first Easter Mass

Apr 6, 20262 min

Former Vatican correspondent discusses Pope Leo's Easter message of peace

Apr 6, 20264 min

White House requests $1.5 trillion for defense spending in 2027 budget

Apr 3, 20263 min

Hegseth ousts the Army chief of staff

Apr 3, 20263 min

Trump removes Pam Bondi as attorney general

Apr 3, 20263 min

Rep. Ro Khanna, D-Calif., on the future of the Epstein inquiry with Bondi's ousting

Apr 3, 20265 min

Verdicts against Meta and Google may bring a new era of big tech accountability

Apr 3, 20264 min

NASA's Artemis II has left Earth's orbit, and 4 astronauts now head to the moon

Apr 3, 20262 min

Morning news brief

Apr 3, 202611 min

'I dreamed it...I expected it.': Arsenio Hall talks about his career and new memoir

Apr 3, 20267 min

Iran wants some ships to pay to use the Strait of Hormuz

Apr 3, 20263 min

While others feel the pinch, two countries could benefit from the war in Iran

Apr 3, 20263 min

How the invention of the sewing machine led to other modern marvels

Apr 3, 20263 min

This woman is at the center of the legal claim against Trump's ballroom project

Apr 3, 20265 min

How much does it cost to make an Easter basket this year? We find out

Apr 3, 20262 min

UN working to rescue thousands of seafarers trapped in the Strait of Hormuz

Apr 2, 20262 min

Retired rear admiral talks about Trump's address on the Iran war

Apr 2, 20265 min

In address to the nation, Trump says war in Iran is 'nearing completion'

Apr 2, 20263 min

Trump's VA killed a home loan program. Vets are now losing their homes because of it

Apr 2, 20266 min

Israel invades southern Lebanon to go after Iran-allied Hezbollah militants

Apr 2, 20261 min

Morning news brief

Apr 2, 202610 min

Singer Brandy shares her rise to stardom in new memoir, 'Phases'

Apr 2, 20266 min

Former minister of public health talks about Israel's invasion of Lebanon

Apr 2, 20266 min

Proposed Oklahoma law would make state to report non-citizens who apply for benefits

Apr 2, 20263 min

Pakistan is playing intermediary in the Iran war, a role it has played before

Apr 2, 20265 min

Scientists' efforts to free whale stuck in the Baltic Sea cause online firestorm

Apr 2, 20262 min

Trump to allies who need access to Strait of Hormuz: 'Go get your own oil'

Apr 1, 20263 min

Former special envoy on Trump's comments that Iran war could be over in weeks

Apr 1, 20265 min

Trump's executive order on mail voting is set to face legal challenges

Apr 1, 20262 min

Morning news brief

Apr 1, 202611 min

After years in Russian captivity, former mayor of Ukrainian city returns home

Apr 1, 20266 min