New autism group meets to counter MAHA's 'ideological agenda' Autism experts plan to convene in Washington Thursday to propose a research agenda at odds with the one endorsed by the Trump Administration. Jon Hamilton
Cursive is back. But should students be learning the skill? A Virginia after-school cursive club went viral. More than two dozen states require cursive in their curriculums. Is it an effective learning tool or just nostalgia? Ava Berger
It's called 'private credit' — and it could lead to big trouble on Wall Street The risky lending business has been booming, but now its problems are becoming increasingly visible on Wall Street and beyond. Maria Aspan
Kick your tiredness with these 7 natural energy boosters A full calendar doesn't mean you have to feel exhausted all the time. Experts share natural ways to boost energy and beat the constant battle of tiredness. Andee Tagle
The longer the Iran war goes, the worse it could be for Trump. Just look at history President Trump started a war with no clear end in sight. If his predecessors' experiences are an indication, conflicts don't bode well for presidential approval ratings. Domenico Montanaro
This tax season, there's a new deduction for interest on car loans Taxpayers who purchased a new vehicle in 2025 may qualify for a new deduction on their taxes — even if they're not itemizing. But not everyone is eligible. Camila Domonoske
As overseas terrorists regroup, is the Iran war increasing danger in the U.S.? Investigators in the U.S. search for motives in three recent instances of targeted attacks, and whether they are related to the war in Iran. Odette Yousef
Morning news brief Iran attacks world's largest liquified natural gas complex, Sen. Markwayne Mullin faces lawmakers at DHS confirmation hearing, organizers reckon with abuse allegations against activist Caesar Chavez. Leila Fadel
ICE officers are taking DNA samples from protesters they've arrested Immigration agents took DNA samples from observers and protesters they detained during the Minnesota ICE surge, NPR has found, raising questions about how the government uses that personal data. Meg Anderson
Israel and Iran attack gas facilities in a major escalation that rattles markets President Trump said that Israel acted alone when it struck the South Pars gas field in Iran. Trump threatened Iran to halt its attacks on Qatar's facilities or face a "blow up" at South Pars. NPR Staff