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After Iran's war with Israel, questions return about Khamenei's potential successors

After the 12-day war in June, the issue of who will succeed Iran's longtime supreme leader, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, has become more urgent.

Read More 9 July 2025 | 10:04 pm

U.S. measles cases hit highest level in 33 years, CDC reports

The U.S. has hit an unwelcome milestone in measles cases this year. The CDC is reporting 1,288 cases across the country. The disease was declared eliminated 25 years ago.

Read More 9 July 2025 | 9:30 pm

What's on the table for the 5 African Presidents meeting Trump at the White House?

President Trump is hosting 5 African leaders in Washington this week — a mini summit that's raising eyebrows over who was invited, what's on the table, and what it signals about U.S. rivalry with China and BRICS in Africa.

Read More 9 July 2025 | 8:57 pm

A battle is unfolding in Europe over the future of wolves

Europe recently downgraded the protected status of wolves, sparking concern among conservationists who warn this may undo decades of progress and lead to the species becoming threatened again.

Read More 9 July 2025 | 8:23 pm

Greetings from Damascus, Syria, where a crowded bar welcomed post-Assad revelers

Far-Flung Postcards is a weekly series in which NPR's international team shares moments from their lives and work around the world.

Read More 9 July 2025 | 8:03 pm

Over 160 people still missing after Texas floods. And, federal layoffs can now resume

The death toll for the Texas floods tops 100 as the search and rescue efforts continue for over 160 missing people. And, the Supreme Court is allowing Trump to resume mass federal layoffs for now.

Read More 9 July 2025 | 4:48 pm

State laws to stop surprise ambulance bills face pushback from insurers

Policymakers agree patients shouldn't be stuck in the middle when an ambulance service charges more than what an insurer will pay. But they can't settle on what price is fair.

Read More 9 July 2025 | 4:00 pm

Lots of people love tennis. But do you know where it comes from?

Recent years have seen an upswing in people playing tennis (or at least dressing like it). But it's not just a phase. The sport — at least some version of it — has been around since medieval times.

Read More 9 July 2025 | 3:01 pm

How a broken nose kickstarted Diego Luna's star-making run with the USMNT

The 21-year-old Real Salt Lake midfielder, with his bleached hair and dozens of tattoos, stands out on the soccer field. But it's his attitude that has won praise from his coach, teammates and fans.

Read More 9 July 2025 | 3:00 pm

Texas is relying on FEMA. State leaders said it should be cut

The governor and top emergency official in Texas are both members of a council advising the Trump administration on options for eliminating the Federal Emergency Management Agency.

Read More 9 July 2025 | 3:00 pm

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