Netanyahu to deliver his 4th address to members of Congress Benjamin Netanyahu will speak to members of Congress on Wednesday. His words will be watched closely by family members of hostages and by a delegation of soldiers who have fought in Gaza since Oct. 7. Read more on NPR
Month: July 2024
NPR News: Voters in the Pittsburgh suburbs react to the new Democratic presidential candidate
Voters in the Pittsburgh suburbs react to the new Democratic presidential candidate Pennsylvania is a swing state, site of the attempt on ex-President Trump’s life, and home of a potential Democratic VP pick. We talk with activists in Pennsylvania about how it’s all playing there. Read more on NPR
NPR News: Scientists may have discovered ‘dark oxygen’ being created without photosynthesis
Scientists may have discovered ‘dark oxygen’ being created without photosynthesis It has long been understood that photosynthesis creates oxygen, but researchers believe they’ve found oxygen being created in parts of the ocean with no light. Read more on NPR
NPR News: Kamala Harris aims to define herself by campaigning across the country
Kamala Harris aims to define herself by campaigning across the country Vice President Harris is off and running. She will be in Indianapolis Wednesday, after her first big event in Milwaukee on Tuesday. Get caught up on the rapid-fire launch of this campaign. Read more on NPR
NPR News: Tweens, screens and sleep: How parents can help kids get their zzzzz’s
Tweens, screens and sleep: How parents can help kids get their zzzzz’s A large new study confirms what parents probably already suspect: Phones can keep tweens from getting a good night’s sleep. Read more on NPR
NPR News: The Olympic president warns of perilous future for global sport as Paris Games begin
The Olympic president warns of perilous future for global sport as Paris Games begin IOC President Thomas Bach says Paris is ready to go for the 2024 Summer Olympics. But in speeches this week ahead of the Games, he warned that rising global tensions threaten the Olympic movement. Read more on NPR
NPR News: Watch a livestream of Colorado’s ‘mega den’ of pregnant rattlesnakes
Watch a livestream of Colorado’s ‘mega den’ of pregnant rattlesnakes On a rocky hillside in Colorado is a “mega den” of hundreds of rattlesnakes — along with cameras livestreaming the whole thing. Read more on NPR
NPR News: Israel’s Benjamin Netanyahu can expect a mixed reception as he addresses Congress
Israel’s Benjamin Netanyahu can expect a mixed reception as he addresses Congress The Israeli leader speaks Wednesday to a joint meeting of Congress amid the ongoing Israel-Hamas war in Gaza. Republicans are strongly supportive of Israel, while Democrats are increasingly critical. Read more on NPR
NPR News: She was 19 and caused a car crash. It was the other driver who came to her aid
She was 19 and caused a car crash. It was the other driver who came to her aid As Lilah Clevey pulled out of a gas station, she slammed into another car. The driver then became the unexpected source of comfort in Clevey’s moment of panic. Read more on NPR
NPR News: 8 storylines to follow as the Paris Summer Olympics get underway
8 storylines to follow as the Paris Summer Olympics get underway A new sport, the return of in-person crowds, and a one-of-a-kind opening ceremony. Here’s what to know about the start of the 2024 Summer Games in Paris. Read more on NPR