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At least two states are asking the federal government to prevent people on food stamps from buying soda and sugary candy.
Md., tells NPR's Ayesha Rascoe about developments following his trip to El Salvador to meet with Kilmar Abrego Garcia.
NPR's Ayesha Rascoe asks Dr. Rebecca Smith-Bindman about her research indicating CT scans, which emit radiation, will cause some 100,000 cases of cancer annually.
NPR's Ayesha Rascoe talks to director David Cronenberg about grief, obsession and where they intersect in his new film The Shrouds.
Saturday saw more demonstrations in scores of cities as people expressed their opposition to the Trump administration.
A music teacher whose organist daughter was killed in a Russian missile attack last week returns to the classroom, as her Ukrainian hometown prepares for a mournful Easter.
The Trump administration is pushing the boundaries of executive power, often by claiming emergencies.
HIV medications were supposed to be exempt from U.S. aid cuts. In Zambia, for example, those on the ground say otherwise.
"Brothers and sisters, Happy Easter!" Francis said, his voice sounding stronger than it has since his hospitalization. "Viva il Papa!" (Long live the pope), the crowd responded.
Spring brings lambing season, a time of hard work and long hours for farmers. But it's also a time made joyful by cuddly newborns.
The dismantling of Hungary's democracy is a point of fascination for political scientists around the world — including those advising the Trump administration.
Cascarones are confetti-filled egg shells that families smash over each other's heads as part of Easter celebrations in Texas ...