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With government funding set to expire Tuesday, Trump is meeting with congressional leaders at the White House in a last effort to avoid a shutdown.

The calendar has finally turned to 2016, and the Republican presidential candidates are ramping up their campaigning. The theme this week is national security, an issue that unites the GOP establishment and the conservative grassroots.

Expect the incoming Office of Management and Budget to take a more activist role in leading President-elect Trump's push to deregulate, cut spending and overhaul the federal workforce.

Simple mechanics and diverse modes turn Kirby Air Riders into a racing game to rival Mario Kart World, a fellow Nintendo Switch 2 exclusive.

Tightening restrictions on student visas and travel, combined with tumultuous politics, are worrying some international students.

This NBA season has featured an epidemic of "tanking" -- teams intentionally losing games to try to secure a higher pick in next year's draft. Planet Money considers possible solutions.

In 2025, one of the biggest business buzzwords has been the idea of a "K-shaped" economy, in which there is a growing disparity between the rich and the poor.

As they process President Trump's chaotic tariffs and other economic policies, some of the country's most powerful CEOs are moving from denial and bargaining to public anger and depression.

The vote marked a rare bipartisan rebuke of the war, but is mostly symbolic. Democrats have been unable to pass a war powers resolution in the Senate, and even if they could it would likely be vetoed.

NPR's Ailsa Chang speaks with Sports Illustrated executive editor and senior writer about the Carlos Alcaraz and Novak Djokovic tennis match up at the French Open.

This application cycle, way more students reported test scores, up 10% compared with last year. That's despite many colleges having "test-optional" admissions policies.

Far from Colombia's tourist hubs, the Mavecure Mountains rise from the Amazon jungle. Once off-limits during conflict, they now draw adventurous visitors to rare wildlife, sacred sites and vast views.

Adm. Lisa Franchetti is set to become the first woman to head the Navy. Her confirmation is being held up by one senator as part of a protest over abortion policy within the military.

President Biden has another high-stakes moment in his shaky campaign: a solo press conference at the NATO summit.

Secretary of State Antony Blinken is trying to get a cease-fire agreement for Gaza “across the finish line.” It has been on the table for months, and many are skeptical a deal can be reached.

Americans are skeptical of the U.S. involvement in the war with Iran, and President Trump was already facing political challenges at home.

In California, the two candidates with the most votes in the primary advance to the general election, regardless of party. That's an issue for Democrats who have nine major candidates for governor.

Democratic Rep. Adam Schiff and Republican Steve Garvey advance in the California U.S. Senate race.

The race to fill the California Senate seat last held by the late Dianne Feinstein is coming down to a fight for second place ahead of Tuesday's election because of California's unique primary system.

NPR's Mary Louise Kelly talks with Courtney Nguyen, senior writer for WTA Insider, about the home stretch of Wimbledon, the world's oldest and arguably most prestigious tennis tournament.

This NBA season has featured an epidemic of "tanking" -- teams intentionally losing games to try to secure a higher pick in next year's draft. Planet Money considers possible solutions.

FIFA faces backlash from fans over 2026 World Cup ticket prices

Israeli police detained a former military prosecutor, the internal security minister said Monday, amid fallout from a leaked video allegedly showing Israeli soldiers abusing a Palestinian prisoner.

The women's division 1 basketball champion will be crowned tonight in Tampa, Fla. The final is sure to be a great one. The men's final is Monday night in San Antonio as two #1 seeds tangle for the title.

Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth faced a barrage of questions about the war with Iran from lawmakers on Tuesday, as the administration seeks more money for the escalating conflict.