NPR's Up First is the news you need to start your day. The three biggest stories of the day, with reporting and analysis from NPR News — in 10 minutes. Available weekdays at 6:30 a.m. ET, with hosts Leila Fadel, Steve Inskeep, Michel Martin and A Martinez. Also available on Saturdays at 9 a.m. ET, with Ayesha Rascoe and Scott Simon. On Sundays, hear a longer exploration behind the headlines with Ayesha Rascoe on "The Sunday Story," available by 8 a.m. ET. Subscribe and listen, then support your local NPR station at donate.npr.org. Support public media by joining NPR+ at plus.npr.org . You’ll get perks for over 25 NPR podcasts, including sponsor-free listening for Up First, NPR News Now, and more.
President Trump’s contradictory rhetoric regarding Iran—oscillating between threats of destruction and claims of an imminent peace deal—highlights a volatile geopolitical landscape. Despite the president’s optimistic assertions, the region remains mired in a violent cycle of missile strikes, naval blockades, and casual...
The United States and Iran have escalated military hostilities, with consecutive nights of airstrikes targeting military facilities near the Strait of Hormuz. While the U.S. claims these operations aim to force negotiations, the conflict has disrupted shipping and contributed to rising inflation, with consumer prices c...
Tensions between the United States and Iran have escalated following a helicopter incident near the Strait of Hormuz, triggering retaliatory airstrikes and missile exchanges that threaten ongoing peace negotiations. Meanwhile, primary election results across Maine, South Carolina, Nevada, and California are shaping the...
Israel and Iran have temporarily halted direct missile exchanges, yet the underlying regional instability persists, exacerbated by the Israel-Hezbollah conflict and ongoing diplomatic friction with the United States. Simultaneously, primary elections across Maine, South Carolina, Nevada, and North Dakota are serving as...
Escalating military tensions between Israel and Iran threaten to plunge the Middle East into all-out war as both nations trade missile strikes despite a U.S.-brokered ceasefire. Meanwhile, President Trump’s recent interview on NBC’s Meet the Press ended abruptly after he faced scrutiny regarding his controversial anti-...
The FIFA World Cup returns to North America, marking the first time the tournament is co-hosted by three nations—the U.S., Mexico, and Canada—while expanding to a record 48 teams. This massive sporting event serves as a global cultural phenomenon, though its arrival in the U.S. coincides with significant political chal...
The Supreme Court faces a critical end-of-term docket featuring high-stakes immigration and executive power cases, including potential rulings on birthright citizenship, temporary protected status for Haitian and Syrian nationals, and the president's authority to remove federal officials. Simultaneously, the integrity ...
The Senate recently passed a bill to fund immigration enforcement for three years, concluding an 18-hour voting session that saw most Republicans align with the president despite earlier internal objections. While the legislation secures funding for ICE and Border Patrol, it highlights growing, albeit limited, friction...
Congressional tensions are rising as President Trump moves to nominate his former lawyer, Todd Blanche, as Attorney General, while a controversial $1.8 billion "weaponization fund" stalls critical immigration enforcement legislation. Simultaneously, diplomatic efforts to secure a ceasefire between Israel and Lebanon re...
Midterm primary results across several states highlight shifting political landscapes, with voters in Iowa rejecting a Trump-endorsed gubernatorial candidate while Democrats focus on flipping competitive congressional seats. Simultaneously, the Justice Department has officially abandoned its proposed $1.8 billion "anti...
The Justice Department is abiding by a court order temporarily blocking President Trump’s $1.8 billion anti-weaponization fund, a move that has sparked rare bipartisan pushback and internal Republican division. Simultaneously, escalating tensions between Israel and Hezbollah in Lebanon threaten ongoing U.S.-Iran diplom...
Democratic Senate candidate Graham Platner, a combat veteran and oyster farmer from Maine, outlines his anti-establishment platform aimed at reclaiming the Democratic Party for the working class. Platner argues that organized labor is the essential foundation for challenging corporate interests and wealth inequality, a...
Israeli military operations in southern Lebanon have intensified, marked by the capture of the historic Beaufort Castle, representing the deepest incursion into the country in over two decades. Concurrently, escalating tensions between the United States and Iran involve retaliatory strikes following the downing of an A...
Prolonged sedentary screen time disrupts biological processes, leading to chronic health issues like diabetes and cardiovascular disease by limiting blood flow and glucose processing. Research from Columbia University Medical Center reveals that five minutes of light movement every 30 to 60 minutes effectively offsets ...
Global security and domestic policy dominate the current landscape as leaders convene at the Shangri-La Dialogue in Singapore. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth is urging Asian allies to increase defense spending to counter China’s military expansion, though clarity on managing the Taiwan situation and the ongoing conflic...
Israel’s intensified invasion of Lebanon complicates ongoing U.S. efforts to secure a peace deal with Iran, as Tehran conditions any agreement on a resolution to the conflict in Lebanon. Meanwhile, the Justice Department has launched an investigation into a non-profit that funded E. Jean Carroll’s legal defense against...
Regional tensions between the U.S., Iran, and Israel continue to escalate, marked by drone interceptions near the Strait of Hormuz and intensifying Israeli airstrikes in Lebanon, where over a million people are now displaced. Despite these conflicts, diplomatic efforts persist, with the U.S. pursuing an interim ceasefi...
Political landscapes are shifting as Republican incumbents face primary challenges and legislative bodies push back against redistricting efforts. In Texas, Attorney General Ken Paxton’s victory over Senator John Cornyn demonstrates the growing influence of the party’s MAGA wing, fueled by presidential endorsements. Me...
The United States has launched new strikes against Iranian missile sites and mining vessels amid ongoing ceasefire negotiations, while Israel continues its military campaign in Lebanon despite international pressure. Meanwhile, the Russia-Ukraine conflict has intensified, with Russia conducting massive air strikes on K...
President Trump is pursuing a preliminary agreement with Iran aimed at de-escalating regional tensions and reopening the Strait of Hormuz, though the deal remains incomplete and excludes critical discussions on Iran's nuclear enrichment program. Senior political correspondent Mara Liason notes that while the administra...
Follow this podcast in Podwise
Sign in to get AI summaries, transcripts and mind maps for any episode, including new ones.
