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100 years after evolution went on trial, the Scopes case still reverberates
by Nell Greenfieldboyce
One hundred years ago, the small town of Dayton, Tenn., became the unlikely stage for one of the most sensational trials in American history, over the teaching of Darwin's theory of evolution.
Juneteenth concert in Galveston, Texas, showcases songs of sorrow and joy
by Sean Saldana
The Symphony Orchestra and the Heritage Chorale showcased songs of sorrow to mark Juneteenth, as a way to preserve and recognize the history and culture of African Americans.
Weapons and war: Parallels between Iran and Iraq
by Ari Shapiro
NPR's Ari Shapiro speaks with journalist Steve Coll about the parallels between Iraq and Iran when it comes to discussions of a potential war due to an adversarial country's weapons program.
The story of an HIV-positive orphan and a pastor's quest to help after U.S. aid cuts
by Gabrielle Emanuel
AIDS orphans and vulnerable children are without support since the U.S. cut foreign assistance. A pastor has been frantically trying to find meds for an HIV-positive orphan who can no longer get them.
A woman fears her eyesight won't be saved in time due to research grant cuts
by Craig LeMoult
The Trump administration's feud with Harvard has axed research grants. A woman with a rare genetic disorder that causes blindness says crucial research may not be ready in time to save her eyesight.
Omaha to celebrate Juneteenth with new energy after electing first Black mayor
Omaha just elected its first Black mayor, giving this year's Juneteenth celebrations new energy. The city wants to mark the occasion by being a model for unity during a time of divisiveness.
SCOTUS upholds Tenn. law on care barring gender-affirming care for minors
by Nina Totenberg
On Wednesday, the U.S. Supreme Court upheld laws in roughly half the states that ban transgender medical care for minors. The vote was 6-to-3, along ideological lines.
Iranians flee Tehran
by Jackie Northam
Some iranians welcomed Israeli attacks on their leaders, but now fear for their own safety. Thousands are scrambling to get out of Tehran as the air war intensifies
Michigan is trying to restart a nuclear plant — something rarely if ever done
There's renewed interest in using nuclear energy to supply electricity after years of stagnation. Now, Michigan wants to restart a shut down plant. Analysts say in most cases, that won't be possible.
Israel's president talks with NPR about Iran
by Daniel Estrin
As Israel's war with Iran expands, Israeli President Isaac Herzog called for international support in destroying Iran's main nuclear facilities.
New details on 300-year-old coins excite researchers
by Justine Kenin
New pictures of coins from a 300-year-old shipwreck off the coast of Colombia help tell the story of the ship's journey.