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Search ArticlesWhile in a detention cell, a young man heard a voice that allowed him to see hope Original
While in a detention cell, a young man heard a voice that allowed him to see hope A man recalls the despair he felt when, as a college student, he tried to break into a building on campus and ended up in a detention cell. That's when he heard a voice that helped him find hope. A man recalls the despair he felt when, as a college student, he tried to break into a building on campus and ended up in a detention cell. That's when he heard a voice that helped him find hope.
The Strait of Hormuz is open, what risks remain?
The Strait of Hormuz is open, what risks remain? : Consider This from NPR The Strait of Hormuz is one of the global economy’s major arteries. It had been closed to most commercial traffic for about 6 weeks up to today. The reopening is good news for hundreds of ships that have been stuck. But questions remain about the safety of the passage. Questions, like how many underwater mines are still out there? Or what happens if the ceasefire falls apart?
The News Roundup For April 17, 2026
The News Roundup For April 17, 2026 : 1A We start with the U.S.-Israel war with Iran — a war that President Donald Trump said would end in two to three weeks. Now, in its seventh week, the Pentagon is sending 10,000 more troops to the Middle East to pressure Iran into making a peace deal.
Leaders urge for restraint as 10-day Israel-Lebanon ceasefire takes effect
Israel-Lebanon ceasefire takes effect, a key Iranian demand Hezbollah, the Iran-backed Lebanese militant group, acknowledged the ceasefire, but did not say whether it would abide by it and urged people displaced by war in Lebanon to refrain from heading home. A 10-day ceasefire between Lebanon and Israel took effect at midnight Friday, pausing fighting between Israel and the Iran-backed militant group Hezbollah.
Leaders urge for restraint as 10-day Israel-Lebanon ceasefire takes effect Original
Leaders urge for restraint as 10-day Israel-Lebanon ceasefire takes effect Hezbollah, the Iran-backed militant group, acknowledged the ceasefire, but did not say whether it would abide by it and urged people displaced by fighting in Lebanon to refrain from heading home. A 10-day ceasefire between Lebanon and Israel took effect at midnight Friday, pausing fighting between Israel and the Iran-backed militant group Hezbollah.
Lebanon-Israel Ceasefire, Hegseth On Blockade, Trump Nominates New CDC Director
A 10-day ceasefire is now in effect between Israel and Lebanon, but Israel says it is not leaving southern Lebanon and Hezbollah says that gives it the right to resist. The U.S. naval blockade on Iran is firmly in place as Defense Secretary Hegseth compared reporters covering the war to the enemies of Jesus in the Bible, part of a pattern of religious language from the Pentagon that is raising eyebrows.
Brandy Norwood and Arsenio Hall's memoirs look back on careers that defined the '90s
Brandy Norwood and Arsenio Hall on their new memoirs 'Phases' and 'Arsenio' : NPR's Book of the Day Two figures who defined ‘90s culture are out with new memoirs. First, Brandy Norwood is a Grammy-winning singer and made history as the first Black actress to play a Disney princess on screen. In today’s episode, she speaks with NPR’s A Martínez about her memoir Phases, her beloved roles in Rodger & Hammerstein’s Cinderella and Moesha, and collaborations with Whitney Houston and Monica.
Using ancient philosophy to cope with your modern problems
Using ancient philosophy to cope with your modern problems : TED Radio Hour Philosopher Meghan Sullivan says during tough times, ancient wisdom can serve as a guide. From politics to religion to AI, she poses big questions to help you find out what the good life means today. TED Radio Hour+ subscribers now get access to bonus episodes, with more ideas from TED speakers and a behind the scenes look with our producers.
Singer D4vd is arrested months after a teen's remains were found in his car
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Six months after ceasefire with Israel, people in Gaza say recovery hasn't even begun
NPR • Apr 16, 2026 Six months into a ceasefire that promised an end to the war and a surge of aid for Gaza, people say recovery hasn't even yet begun.