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It’s not just oil: How else Wall Street might benefit from Trump’s Venezuela actions

Oil companies and their shareholders may benefit from President Trump’s military action in Venezuela — but it also could benefit many other U.S. investors.

A 200-year-old book distributor is closing. Here’s what that means for public libraries

Baker & Taylor is one of very few companies that handle book distribution for libraries —...

U.S. seizes Russian-flagged oil tanker with ties to Venezuela

U.S. forces have seized a Russian-flagged oil tanker in the north Atlantic after a two week chase....

Have you had a hard talk with an older driver? Tell us about it

Have you thought about taking the keys away from an older driver in your life? NPR wants to hear your story about how you navigated a difficult situation with an aging parent or relative.

GOP gearing up to face tough midterms. And, Pentagon reviews women in ground combat

Trump offers advice to the GOP as midterm fears grow and he struggles to connect with voters on the economy. And, the Pentagon reviews the “effectiveness” of women in ground combat roles.

A walking challenge to start 2026 on your feet — and off your screens

The solution to too much sitting is simple but hard to stick with. This walking challenge sets you...

Greetings from a Paris park, where a lone sequoia tree is a marvel to behold

Far-Flung Postcards is a weekly series in which NPR’s international team shares moments from...

Sick young ants send out a ‘kill me’ scent to prevent deadly epidemics

Young, infected Lasius neglectus ants will send out an altruistic “kill me” signal to...

After the LA fires, false narratives on social media impacted state policy

Misinformation spread quickly after the wildfires in Los Angeles last year. Some of these false narratives on social media impacted California policy.