NPR Topics: National
FBI Director to resign. And, UHC CEO killing brings attention to U.S. life expectancy
Hide SummaryWhy FBI Director Christopher Wray will step down from the role at the end of Biden's term. And, the UHC CEO killing turns public attention to the U.S. life expectancy and health care.Read more
The Geminids meteor shower peaks this week. Here's what to expect
Hide SummaryThe Geminids are one of the best and most visible annual meteor showers, when at least 120 meteors can usually be seen per hour. But 2024 will be different, thanks to the year's final full moon.Read more
UHC murder suspect railed about U.S. health care. Here's what he missed
Hide SummaryThe man charged in the killing of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson was critical of U.S. health care. Experts say the system's problems are complex and can't be pinned on one player or industry.Read more
An update from southern Arizona at the most rural section of the southern U.S. border
Hide SummaryPresident-elect Trump campaigned on promised to take on the border crisis. NPR traveled to the most rural section of the border with Mexico -- a section in Arizona -- to see if anything has changed.Read more
Mystery ducks have been taking over a Manhattan neighborhood
Hide SummaryFor years, residents of a Manhattan neighborhood have discovered tiny ducks and other toys hidden in its nooks and crannies. (Story aired on Weekend Edition Sunday on Dec. 18, 2024.)Read more