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GOP lawmakers in swing districts insist they will not vote for any proposal that strips benefits, placing them at odds with more conservative lawmakers looking to secure deep cuts in spending.

Craig Thompson, author of the award-winning graphic memoir Blankets returns with its spiritual successor. It's a look at his childhood growing up on ginseng farms, and the intricate balance of the global ginseng trade.

Casey Means, President Trump's new pick for U.S. surgeon general, faces questions about her medical qualifications. And despite RFK Jr.'s support, some in the MAHA movement are lobbying against her.

Katie Gavin is the kind of performer whose dynamism knows no bounds. Whether she's performing with her pop band MUNA or solo, Gavin is a captivating presence.

The 94-year-old investor is retiring as Berkshire Hathaway's CEO. He's built both a fortune and a reputation as "the nicest billionaire" — at a time when many other billionaires are widely criticized.

The moment a new pope is elected, what we know about Pope Leo XIV, the U.S. and China hold trade talks over the weekend.

People traveled to the Vatican from all over the world to witness the election of a new pope. Those from the United States were not disappointed.

Janinna Sesa worked alongside Pope Leo XIV in Chiclayo, Peru from 2015 until 2023. She spoke with NPR about his leadership in times of crisis.

NPR's Steve Inskeep speaks with Reverend William Lego, of St Turibius Parish in Chicago, who attended seminary with Pope Leo XIV.

President Trump said he is appointing Fox News host Jeanine Pirro to be acting U.S. attorney in Washington DC. This is after the president pulled his controversial first pick for the job, Ed Martin.

Secretary of Transportation Sean Duffy has unveiled a sweeping plan to overhaul the country's aging air traffic control system — a proposal that's being met with both applause and skepticism.

Catholics worldwide have a new spiritual leader: Pope Leo XIV. He's the first pontiff ever from the United States. What else do we know about the new pope?