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NPR's Scott Simon talks with veteran diplomat Richard Haass about diplomatic challenges for the U.S. amid Israel-Gaza conflict.

House Republicans are focused on passing Trump's "big beautiful bill" by Memorial Day. And, Steve Bannon shows support for Trump's agenda in an interview with NPR's Steve Inskeep.

Searching for small fossils in big rocks requires specialized tools --tools that scientists could also use to look for evidence of life on Mars in rocks that may be similar on both planets.

Devastating floods in southern Brazil created more than 47 million tons of trash. It's a giant problem for the country that's having to deal with increasing deadly weather events with climate change.

The House and Senate both voted to loosen regulations on air pollutants like dioxin and mercury, which are associated with higher cancer risk.

The Posse Comitatus Act restricts using federal troops in civilian law enforcement. Exceptions exist, but Trump's crackdown on immigration is shaping up to be a major test for the law.

Pop the Balloon Live debuted on Netflix this week. Its creators says the series can be superficial — but so is dating online.

The state secrets privilege allows the U.S. government to withhold sensitive evidence in court cases. Both Democratic and Republican administrations have invoked it.

Israel is considering plans for a full-scale ground invasion of Gaza within a few months. And, examining the pros and cons of "buy-now, pay-later" loans.