The U.S. has killed top al-Qaida leader and key 9/11 plotter, Ayman al-Zawahiri A senior military official has confirmed with NPR that a strike carried out by the U.S. has killed Ayman al-Zawahiri, a top Al-Qaida leader and key plotter in the 9/11 attacks. Washington Desk
How will legislation known as the CHIPs bill help the economy? NPR's Asma Khalid talks to Democratic Sen. Maria Cantwell about House and Senate passage of a major industrial bill aimed at investing billions in American-made technology like semiconductors.
Pelosi begins Asia tour in Singapore. No official word on whether she'll visit Taiwan House Speaker Nancy Pelosi arrived in Singapore early Monday, kicking off her Asian tour as questions swirled over a possible stop in Taiwan that has fueled tension with Beijing. The Associated Press
The Michigan GOP primary for governor is all about abortion In the Michigan GOP primary for governor, five candidates were disqualified for allegedly collecting fraudulent signatures. Another was arrested on Jan 6. charges. Now, the race is all about abortion. Colin Jackson
What 2022's primaries say about Washington state politics The Washington state primaries are right around the corner. Ballots are due by Tuesday, August 2. Angela King
The families of Americans who are wrongfully detained are very much done being quiet For years, families of those held abroad have been warned that speaking out could put their loved ones in greater danger. Today, many see going public as their best card to play. Jason Breslow
Climate experts experience an odd sensation after the Manchin budget deal: optimism Democrats in Congress look ready to pass legislation with significant climate change elements that push the country closer to President Biden's ambitious goals. Laura Benshoff
Biden adviser Gene Sperling sees U.S. hope and resilience despite shrinking economy NPR's Mary Louise Kelly speaks with White House senior adviser Gene Sperling about Thursday's new GDP numbers and the health of the U.S. economy. Elena Burnett
Hulu will take political ads on contentious issues after a social media outcry The streaming service had refused ads on topics like gun control and abortion. The policy change is likely to drive more dollars into mid-term election TV campaigns. Chloe Veltman
Biden and China's Xi discuss tensions over Taiwan The divisions over Taiwan come amid several challenges between the two superpowers, Russian invasion of Ukraine, U.S. tariffs and Chinese aggression in the Pacific. Franco Ordoñez