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What we know so far about Israel’s strike on Iran — and what could happen next

Israel and Iran seem to be downplaying the attack, the latest in a series of retaliatory strikes between the two. Analysts say that could be a sign of the de-escalation world leaders are calling for.

Israel strikes Iran, U.S. official says; Taylor Swift’s ‘Tortured Poets’ is here

Israel has launched a strike against Iran, a U.S. official tells NPR. Taylor Swift’s highly anticipated “Tortured Poets Department” is here.

Which scientists get mentioned in the news? Mostly ones with Anglo names, says study

A new study finds that in news stories about scientific research, U.S. media were less likely to mention a scientist if they had an East Asian or African name, as compared to one with an Anglo name.

Here’s what’s in the House foreign aid bills

The House bills largely mirror a foreign aid package that passed the Senate in February, with aid to Ukraine, Israel and Taiwan. The House has an additional bill targeting Iran, China and Russia.

Israel launches missile strikes into Iran in response to Tehran’s attack Sunday

There are also reports of explosions in Iraq and Syria. The extent of Israel’s strikes weren’t yet clear.

Hindu nationalist music could be destructive ahead of Indian elections, critics warn

H-Pop refers to the music and poetry of Hindu nationalism in India. And critics are warning of what they say is H-Pop’s destructive power ahead of Indian elections expected this spring.

This week in science: Pompeiian frescoes, dark energy and the largest marine reptile

NPR’s Mary Louise Kelly talks with Emily Kwong and Rachel Carlson of Short Wave about newly unearthed Pompeiian frescoes, how dark energy may be changing, and the largest known marine reptile.

Biden reinstates sanctions on Venezuela

The U.S. administration has reinstated sanctions on Venezuela’s oil and gas sector, accusing President Nicolás Maduro of failing to commit to free and fair elections.

Ukraine’s prime minister on how U.S. aid could make a difference on the frontlines

Ukraine’s Prime Minister Denys Shmyhal tells NPR that it’s crucial for Congress to pass a $60 billion aid package to successfully defend itself against Russia.

Speaker Johnson moves forward with foreign aid package, even if it risks his job

House Republicans are still at odds about moving forward with Speaker Mike Johnson’s plan to vote on separate foreign aid packages, putting his leadership under threat.

What to know about the U.N. vote on whether to admit Palestinians as full members

The U.N. Security Council met Thursday to debate and vote on the Palestinian application for full membership in the United Nations, which would allow it to vote during U.N. proceedings.

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