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There are roughly 2.5 million known species on the planet, but scientists estimate that's only a fraction of the biodiversity on Earth. A new study shows we're finding new species like never before.

We discuss the week's political news, including the latest developments in congressional redistricting, President Trump's economic messaging, and the expiration of Obamacare subsidies.

Corporate bankruptcies in the U.S. are on pace to reach a 15-year high this year. NPR's Rob Schmitz explores the underlying causes of this trend with Edward Altman, a professor at New York University who specializes in corporate bankruptcies.

A woman left her front yard Christmas tree half-decorated after immigration agents questioned men helping her. She sees it as a symbol of the immigration crackdown's human and economic costs.

NPR's Rob Schmitz speaks with filmmaker Max Walker-Silverman about his new film, "Rebuilding."

Thousands of civil servants have departed the Justice Department this year as judges and juries cast a more skeptical eye at prosecutors' arguments and briefs.

NPR's Rob Schmitz talks to author Martha Ackmann about her new book on "American icon" Dolly Parton and the ambition it took the young Tennessean to reach success.

How do you cope with a blank page? NPR's Rob Schmitz talks to Elizabeth McCracken about her new book, "A Long Game: Notes on Writing Fiction."

NPR's Rob Schmitz speaks with Pink Floyd drummer Nick Mason about the band's epic album "Wish You Were Here" as it's reissued 50 years after its release.

Researchers at the University of California San Francisco track how abortion comes up on television. They say the trends from 2025 are concerning.

The Post calls the podcast an "AI-powered tool" that turns its articles into an audio news digest.

The payment option is booming among online holiday shoppers this year. But like any form of credit, it comes with drawbacks. Here's how to use BNPL responsibly — and protect yourself from risk.