New NASA report lays out roadmap for studying UFOs
NASA is releasing a new report from advisers on what it would take for the agency to study unidentified anomalous phenomena (also known as UFOs) scientifically. #press
Here's where things stand just before the UAW and Big 3 automakers' contract deadline
The union is prepared to strike. Auto companies say they're still waiting for counteroffers. And so far, there's no deal in sight. #press
A luxury cruise ship is pulled free 3 days after running aground in Greenland
The luxury cruise ship MV Ocean Explorer was successfully pulled free at high tide after running aground above the Arctic Circle with 206 people on board. #press
Rep. Phillips is concerned that 20 members of the House and Senate are 80 or older
NPR's Steve Inskeep speaks with Rep. Dean Phillips, D-Minn., about former House Speaker Nancy Pelosi's reelection bid, and an aging body of lawmakers on Capitol Hill. #press
Women fight abortion bans in 3 more states with legal actions
Patients and doctors in Tennessee, Idaho and Oklahoma are taking legal action, against state abortion bans. Women told dramatic stories of dangerous pregnancies and delayed care. #press
A Mexican ufologist claims to show 2 alien corpses to Congress
It's not the first time Jaime Maussan has claimed to discover "nonhuman" bodily remains, and scientists have previously dismissed them. #press
The latest COVID boosters are in for the fall. Here's what that means for you
NPR's Ari Shapiro speaks with Dr. Robert Wachter about the latest round of FDA-approved COVID-19 boosters and how people should think about the coronavirus and its risk. #press
The new COVID boosters are coming: Here's what you need to know
Updated versions of the mRNA vaccines roll out this week. Experts say they offer good protection against current COVID variants. Who should get them, and when's the best time to roll up your sleeve? #press
Why the transition to electric cars looms large in UAW talks with Big 3 automakers
Wages, benefits and job security may be at the heart of union talks with Detroit automakers — but the rise of battery-powered cars looms large in the background. #press
Biden loves to talk about unions. But the autoworkers are withholding their affection
Most of the country's big unions have already endorsed President Biden for reelection. But not the United Auto Workers. A looming strike draws attention to this tension. #press
A popular nasal decongestant doesn't actually relieve congestion, FDA advisers say
The FDA asked advisers to take another look at phenylephrine, which became the main drug in over-the-counter decongestants when medicines with an older ingredient were moved behind pharmacy counters. #press
The search for a church that isn't a church
Plenty of Americans consider themselves to be unaffiliated from any religious institution. Yet for some, including Perry Bacon, the pull to a community like a church remains strong. #press
Up First briefing: Morocco earthquake; new COVID boosters; a primer on prenups
More than 2,000 are dead after a 6.8 magnitude quake struck near Marrakech on Friday. The FDA could approve new COVID boosters any day now. What to know if you're considering signing a prenup. #press
Luis Rubiales says he is resigning as head of Spain's soccer federation
Luis Rubiales says he is resigning as president of Spain's soccer federation after his kissed a star player on the mouth after the Women's World Cup final. #press
Pennsylvania police say an escaped killer has stolen a van and shaved his facial hair
Police say Danelo Cavalcante, 34, was spotted on a doorbell camera in Phoenixville, about a 40-minute drive from where he had previously been seen. #press
The U.S. set the stage for a coup in Chile. It had unintended consequences at home
When the U.S. role in the 1973 coup in Chile became known, activists took action. So did U.S. lawmakers. This is what happened after the U.S. helped topple a Marxist and aided a right-wing dictator. #press
The share of U.S. drug overdose deaths caused by fake prescription pills is growing
The share of overdose deaths involving counterfeit pills doubled between 2019 and 2021, according to the CDC. Victims were often younger, Hispanic and had misused prescription drugs in the past. #press
Chvrches' Lauren Mayberry goes solo — and we got exclusive backstage access
At the 9:30 Club in Washington, D.C. on Monday, Lauren Mayberry announced herself as a solo star. #press
Carl Nassib made queer NFL history. Now he's stepping away from the game
Although he isn't the first NFL player to come out as gay, he is the first to do so while actively playing for a team. #press
Up First briefing: Senate returns; Ken Paxton trial; Turkey archeological finds
The Senate returns after a monthlong recess. Texas' suspended Attorney General Ken Paxton's impeachment trial begins today. Archaeologists in Turkey find massive structures below a Roman-era castle. #press
