The Energy Department canceled billions in funding. Democrats say it's retribution Office of Management and Budget Director Russ Vought said the funding was for projects in 16 states, all of which voted for former Vice President Kamala Harris. Michael Copley
What's behind the health care fight that led to the government shutdown It's Obamacare health insurance prices — and how much help 24 million Americans will get with their premiums — that are in dispute. Selena Simmons-Duffin
U.K. police label Manchester's deadly synagogue attack as a 'terrorist incident' The attack took place outside a synagogue in Manchester. Prime Minister Keir Starmer called the attack "appalling" and "all the more horrific" for taking place on Yom Kippur, Judaism's holiest day. Lauren Frayer
After a 135-year run, Bartell Drugs closes for good Bartell Drugs has been on the decline for years and now it’s gone for good. The last three Bartell stores closed over the weekend. We’ll talk about what this means for pharmacy-goers with Seattle Times business reporter Paul Roberts. Brooklyn Jamerson-Flowers
In Trump country, a Democrat critiques Trump — and talks of succeeding him NPR's Steve Inskeep speaks with Kentucky Governor Andy Beshear about his cross-party appeal in a state that has always overwhelmingly voted for Trump. Steve Inskeep
Research, curriculum and grading: new data sheds light on how professors are using AI It's not just students, more professors are using AI in the classroom. But they say more guidance is needed on how to use the technology. Lee V. Gaines
From Madagascar to Morocco: Gen Z protests shake Africa Gen Z-led protests in two diverse African countries highlight frustration over years of poor governance. Fueled by social media, these youth movements are demanding accountability. Kate Bartlett
Air traffic controllers helped end the last government shutdown, and may again A shortage of air traffic controllers may have played a role in ending the last government shutdown in 2019. U.S airlines are once again bracing for possible delays in commercial aviation. Joel Rose
Hours before the Eaton fire, distribution lines failed and fire started in Altadena Transmission lines have been linked to the start of the Eaton fire in January. But another kind of line — distribution lines that power homes — were also wreaking havoc before that fire sparked. Nick McMillan
Furloughs, closures and mass firings threats: What's next in the shutdown fight On the first day of the government shutdown, Republicans and Democrats traded blame while a small bipartisan group of senators began to negotiate. Deirdre Walsh