September 25, 2026 at 6:06 PM EDT
Supreme Court blocks Trump-backed Missouri congressional map

Supreme Court blocks Trump-backed Missouri congressional map The ruling is a defeat for Republicans seeking to give their party an edge in the midterm elections for control of the House. It means voters will face a different map than the one used in the primary elections. (Image credit: David A. Lieb)

September 25, 2026 at 4:08 PM EDT
The Pacific is churning with hurricanes. The Atlantic is quiet. Blame El Niño

The Pacific is churning with hurricanes. The Atlantic is quiet. Blame El Niño The Pacific Ocean has had an unusual number of storms this year, while the Atlantic hasn't recorded a single full-blown hurricane. Scientists point to an exceptionally strong El Niño. (Image credit: NOAA via AP)

September 25, 2026 at 3:11 PM EDT
Takeaways from the Trump-Xi state visit: Pageantry and pandas

Takeaways from the Trump-Xi state visit: Pageantry and pandas The visit comes at an important time for both men. (Image credit: Win McNamee)

September 25, 2026 at 12:14 PM EDT
Woman who accused Jay-Z of sexual assault says her claims were false

Woman who accused Jay-Z of sexual assault says her claims were false On Thursday, the woman identified as Jane Doe filed a declaration in Manhattan federal court stating that all of her original claims against the rapper were false. (Image credit: Phillip Faraone/Getty Images)

September 25, 2026 at 11:57 AM EDT
There's a global pandemic treaty that's signed -- and in 'limbo.' What's the holdup?

There's a global pandemic treaty that's signed -- and in 'limbo.' What's the holdup? The treaty aims to help the countries of the world prepare for -- and defeat -- any future pandemic. Why hasn't it gone into effect? (Image credit: Smith Collection/Gado/)

September 25, 2026 at 11:40 AM EDT
The Supreme Court revives a controversial data system for citizenship checks

The Supreme Court revives a controversial data system for citizenship checks The Supreme Court is allowing use of a data system that Trump officials overhauled. The system has erroneously flagged U.S. citizens and a lower court found it violated federal privacy protections. (Image credit: David Delgado)

September 25, 2026 at 10:55 AM EDT
Pope Leo warns a 'paradise of machines' could undermine humanity on his France visit

Pope Leo warns a 'paradise of machines' could undermine humanity on his France visit Pope Leo XIV raised existential concerns about scientific progress, life and human rights during a speech on his first papal visit to France. (Image credit: Teresa Suarez)

September 25, 2026 at 10:46 AM EDT
Hurricane Nolo, a zig-zagging storm, threatens Hawaii with flooding rains

Hurricane Nolo, a zig-zagging storm, threatens Hawaii with flooding rains

September 24, 2026 at 6:10 PM EDT
Long agenda, short meeting: Trump and Xi meet

Long agenda, short meeting: Trump and Xi meet All Things Considered host Mary Louise Kelly talks with White House correspondent Emily Feng about the Trump/Xi summit. All Things Considered host Mary Louise Kelly talks with White House correspondent Emily Feng about the Trump/Xi summit.

September 24, 2026 at 3:46 PM EDT
In one of their last votes before November, Senate GOP blocks effort to end Iran war

In one of their last votes before November, Senate GOP blocks effort to end Iran war The vote on a war powers resolution introduced by Democrats came at a moment when some Republicans have begun to distance themselves from President Trump over the ongoing conflict. (Image credit: Julia Demaree Nikhinson)

September 24, 2026 at 1:51 PM EDT
RFK Jr.'s ethics filing reveals book deals worth millions of dollars

RFK Jr.'s ethics filing reveals book deals worth millions of dollars Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr.'s annual financial disclosure reveals he has received two lucrative book advances and free flights from a friend while in office. (Image credit: Jim Watson)

September 24, 2026 at 12:01 PM EDT
Mortgage rates have just surpassed 7% for the first time in well over a year

Mortgage rates have just surpassed 7% for the first time in well over a year Rates have climbed more than a full percentage point since the U.S. war against Iran started. (Image credit: Joe Raedle)