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Highlights from Musk's Trump interview. And, Ozempic may lower cancer risk

Elon Musk's interview with former President Donald Trump remained light on news as he rehashed similar talking points. And, GLP-1 drugs like Ozempic may help lower the risk of cancer.

Zelenskyy heads to London for more Ukraine peace talks. Here's what to know

The talks signal fresh support from European allies. But they follow stalled U.S. negotiations in Miami and comments from President Trump's son suggesting Washington is ready to pull back.

Neil stands in a room with military cyber operators from Joint Task Force ARES to launch an operation that would become one of the largest and longest offensive cyber operations in U.S. military history.

How The U.S. Hacked ISIS

In 2016, the U.S. launched a classified military cyberattack against ISIS to bring down its media operation. NPR interviewed nearly a dozen people who lived it.

Despite the high U.S. corporate tax rate, deductions and credits help push down businesses' total tax liability, meaning that many companies end up paying far less than the statutory rate.

FACT CHECK: Does The U.S. Have The Highest Corporate Tax Rate In The World?

Yes, the U.S. does have the highest corporate tax rate ... but that doesn't mean businesses always pay it.

U.S. Secretary of the Army Eric Fanning ordered a review after an NPR investigation found thousands of soldiers diagnosed with mental health problems or brain injuries were dismissed for misconduct. But the new Army report concluded that it treated the soldiers fairly.

Senators, Military Specialists Say Army Report On Dismissed Soldiers Is Troubling

The review was ordered after NPR found that 22,000 soldiers diagnosed with mental health problems or brain injuries were dismissed for misconduct. The Army concluded it fairly dismissed them.

A counterdemonstrator holds a sign during a gathering in New York City to show solidarity with Syrian and Iraqi refugees last year. Donald Trump's hard-line campaign rhetoric singled out Syrian refugees. "If I win," he told a New Hampshire rally, "they are going back."

For Refugees And Advocates, An Anxious Wait For Clarity On Trump's Policy

As a candidate, Donald Trump said he'd limit the number of refugees the United States takes in, perhaps end resettlement from Syria and even expel some current refugees. How will he proceed?

After a summer recess, members of Congress return to Washington to a long list of legislative items to address but little bipartisan cooperation to get major items passed.

Congress' Fall To-Do List: Guns, Spending, Drug Prices, Trade, Investigations

Lawmakers are back onCapitol Hill on Monday after an extended summer recess. Debates on gun control, prescription drugs and trade are expected, but bipartisan cooperation on those are elusive.

Residents wash their hands at a station set up by Shining Hope for Communities in Kibera, a neighborhood in Nairobi, Kenya, where running water is scarce.

How Do You Wash Your Hands To Fend Off Coronavirus If Water Is Scarce?

One of the top pieces of advice is: Wash your hands to prevent infection. But millions of people don't have access to running water.

Trump's White House hosts Saudi Crown Prince with big deals being inked

Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman will visit the White House Tuesday, his first since the 2018 killing of Washington Post journalist Jamal Khashoggi by Saudi agents.

House to vote on Trump's war powers. And, Minnesota sues over halted Medicaid funding

The House is set to vote today on whether to constrain President Trump's authority to continue to wage war on Iran. And, Minnesota sues the Trump administration over halted Medicaid funding.

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