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Iran moves to ban U.S., Israeli ships from Hormuz, charge toll - NPR
... not authorized to speak on the record. Oman has not commented. This comes more than five months after the U.S. and Israel started their war against Iran on ...

NPR  ∙  August 6, 2026


A partial reopening of the Strait of Hormuz appears close - NPR
So a U.S. official who was not authorized to speak on the record told NPR today that the U.S. is disputing the Iranian characterization of the agreement.

NPR  ∙  August 6, 2026


Unrest mounts in Kashmir as Pakistani security crackdown stokes ...
Like most people NPR spoke to, she requested anonymity, fearing her family would be punished. A spokesperson for the government of Pakistan-administered ...

NPR  ∙  August 5, 2026


Up First briefing: U.S. missiles; Michigan primaries; Flu shots : NPR
The U.S. Army has used most of its long-range attack missiles in the war with Iran, NPR has confirmed. A U.S. official, speaking on the condition of anonymity ...

NPR  ∙  August 5, 2026


AI officials to discuss regulation with White House : NPR
Two sources familiar with the situation, but not authorized to talk about it publicly, confirmed the meeting to NPR.

NPR  ∙  August 4, 2026


For sale: early access to Trump's Truth Social posts - NPR
"It's insane," said one Wall Street executive, who requested anonymity for fear of retaliation from the Trump administration. "I can say for myself and 200 ...

NPR  ∙  August 1, 2026


Netanyahu to meet Trump in a first encounter since the Iran war began
... a person familiar with Netanyahu's visit, who spoke on the condition of anonymity because they were not authorized to speak to the media. On Fox News ...

NPR  ∙  July 28, 2026


Can the U.S. and Iran take the off-ramp? - NPR
The official was not authorized to discuss the matter and spoke on condition of anonymity. On Sunday, Iran's Foreign Ministry spokesperson, Esmail Baghaei ...

NPR  ∙  July 27, 2026


Baltimore will turn 911 into more than just an emergency number
The woman, who asked not to be named so that she could freely discuss her mental health, explained she'd tried to get help the previous month by driving to ...

NPR  ∙  July 27, 2026


This robot speaks endangered Native American languages - NPR
She said he's even been teaching her new things. "As someone who, at a time in my life, did not want to be identified as Native American … now as an adult, I ...

NPR  ∙  July 26, 2026


These women risk sextortion as they seek clean water - NPR
A transgender man living in Kibera; he asked that his name not be used because of fears for his safety. "I began my transition when I was 12 years old," he ...

NPR  ∙  July 25, 2026


Trump administration imposes double-digit tariffs on dozens ... - NPR
A senior administration official not authorized to speak on the record told reporters that, yes, the administration has long cared about forced labor, but ...

NPR  ∙  July 24, 2026


A defiant Trump imposes replacement tariffs on biggest U.S. ... - NPR
The timing was intentional, a senior administration official not authorized to speak on the record, told reporters on Thursday. They said the administration ...

NPR  ∙  July 24, 2026


DOT strips bike lane references from federal websites - NPR
They requested anonymity because they fear retribution for speaking publicly. The person said FHWA staff have been asked to find, and in some cases take ...

NPR  ∙  July 23, 2026


Trump is upending tradition by campaigning in toss-up races - NPR
Those voters might stay home without Trump on the ballot. A Republican official who spoke on background to describe party strategy told me the goal is to ...

NPR  ∙  July 22, 2026


Trump has campaigned more so far in 2026 midterms than he ... - NPR
"Candidates want the president in their district," said a Republican official who spoke on background to describe party strategy. "They know he's a huge ...

NPR  ∙  July 22, 2026


Trump imposes 50% tariffs on Canadian goods - NPR
The official insisted on anonymity on a call with reporters to preview the president's actions and said that Trump signed three proclamations to launch the ...

NPR  ∙  July 21, 2026


Tate brothers arrested in Miami, U.S Marshals Service tells AP - NPR
The brothers are expected to appear in Miami's federal court early next week, according to a person familiar with the matter who spoke on the condition of ...

NPR  ∙  July 18, 2026


CDC director nominee Erica Schwartz faced questions in Senate ...
NPR obtained this recording from a current CDC employee who asked to remain anonymous for fear of professional repercussions. "If any organization went ...

NPR  ∙  July 15, 2026


Baltimore to overhaul how it responds to calls for mental health and ...
The woman requested anonymity from NPR so that she could freely discuss her mental health. UNIDENTIFIED PERSON: I lost my job because of my health, and then ...

NPR  ∙  July 15, 2026


Was your favorite music influencer paid to post that song? - NPR
NPR spoke with a TikTok influencer from California with 1.1 million followers who requested anonymity so he could speak freely about the relationship between ...

NPR  ∙  July 13, 2026


U.S. launches strikes after Iran fires on civilian vessel - NPR
U.S. officials, speaking Friday on condition of anonymity about the current situation with Iran, said the resumption of strikes even before the latest round ...

NPR  ∙  July 11, 2026


Taliban declares war on smartphones - NPR
He asked that his name not be used because he has been targeted by the Taliban before and is afraid he would face retaliation for speaking out if they could ...

NPR  ∙  July 10, 2026


Explosions rock Damascus as French President Macron visits Syria
The official spoke on condition of anonymity to discuss Macron's whereabouts and security. But the explosions are a blow for al-Sharaa, who came to power ...

NPR  ∙  July 7, 2026


U.S. launches strikes on Iran after ships hit in Strait of Hormuz - NPR
Both officials spoke on condition of anonymity to discuss an ongoing military operation. Iranian state media reported the sound of explosions in Qeshm and ...

NPR  ∙  July 7, 2026


Thousands lose Medicare drug plans for missed premium payments
Wellcare terminated coverage for about 140,000 Value Script beneficiaries in April, according to a person with knowledge of the matter who was not ...

NPR  ∙  July 6, 2026


There's more scrutiny for spouses of U.S. citizens under Trump - NPR
"We are due to [move] to Germany," E said, speaking on the condition of anonymity because her husband is in the Army and her immigration case is pending.

NPR  ∙  July 6, 2026


This federal data helps shape policy. It's 6 months late - NPR
The former employee, who asked not to be named out of fear of professional repercussions, said part of the delay may have to do with the 2025 government ...

NPR  ∙  July 2, 2026


Up First briefing: Supreme Court; Colorado primaries; World Cup heat
... sources with knowledge of the talks who were not authorized to speak publicly. In this week's edition of Far-Flung Postcards, NPR's Vincent Ni takes readers ...

NPR  ∙  July 1, 2026


Meta was in talks to acquire Kalshi but deal fell apart - NPR
... people who had direct knowledge of the meeting. There are competing narratives about why the talks broke down, with some saying Mansour would not move ...

NPR  ∙  June 30, 2026


Belfast violence: What to know about the fascist youth groups ... - NPR
She, like others in the group, asked that her name not be used in public reporting about their activities. But she told me that some of those paramilitary ...

NPR  ∙  June 30, 2026


Belfast race riots cast fresh attention on 'active clubs - NPR
The representative, like others in the group, asked that her name not be used in public reporting about their activities. Sponsor Message. But she noted that ...

NPR  ∙  June 29, 2026


Is this the new normal? Ceasefire, strikes, repeat - NPR
A senior U.S. official, who spoke on condition of anonymity to discuss sensitive negotiations, told NPR that "nothing has been canceled" and talks are on track ...

NPR  ∙  June 29, 2026


Fear grows as xenophobia spreads in South Africa - NPR
One of them, a 25-year-old Malawian carpenter who asked to be identified only by his first name, Guy, because he fears for his life, says he came to South ...

NPR  ∙  June 25, 2026


Cambodia cracked down on scams costing Americans billions. It ...
He asked not to be named for fear of reprisal. Sponsor Message. "I don't know how we will survive here," he wrote. Cambodia · scams. Facebook; Flipboard; Email ...

NPR  ∙  June 21, 2026


U.S.–Iran talks are put on hold as fighting escalates in Lebanon - NPR
A senior U.S. official, who spoke on condition of anonymity, told NPR, Israel and Hezbollah have agreed to a ceasefire, but the fighting appears to continue.

NPR  ∙  June 19, 2026


Full text of Trump's framework agreement to end Iran war - NPR
A source shared the text on the condition of anonymity because they were not authorized to discuss the preliminary deal. Formally called a "memorandum of ...

NPR  ∙  June 18, 2026


Trump signs preliminary agreement with Iran, after releasing details
Senior administration officials, who briefed reporters on condition of anonymity, read the agreement in its entirety. Trump had announced the two sides ...

NPR  ∙  June 17, 2026


Trump administration releases preliminary agreement with Iran - NPR
Senior administration officials, who briefed reporters on condition of anonymity, read the agreement in its entirety. Iran has not released any details yet ...

NPR  ∙  June 17, 2026


Special ed, civil rights are largely leaving Education Department - NPR
... on the condition of anonymity were vague on how these new arrangements would affect current staff. With some previous interagency agreements, Education ...

NPR  ∙  June 16, 2026


Former American businessman detained in Myanmar after alleged ...
... on condition of anonymity, citing safety concerns. Castillo's company told The Associated Press it was an "ongoing matter" and refused to comment further ...

NPR  ∙  June 15, 2026


Kennedy Center board seeks pause of ruling ordering removal of ...
... according to a person familiar with the move who requested anonymity to discuss a private meeting. The formal request was filed late Thursday. Cooper ruled ...

NPR  ∙  June 12, 2026


U.S. citizen arrested in China ID'd as Min Zin, Myanmar analyst - NPR
They spoke to NPR on condition of anonymity because of the sensitivity of the case, which they were not authorized to discuss. The sources said Min Zin had ...

NPR  ∙  June 12, 2026


Embedded Player : NPR
... sources with knowledge of the plans who did not want to be identified. The Windsor-Detroit Bridge Authority would not confirm the reports but said it ...

NPR  ∙  June 9, 2026


Three months into the war, Iran's economy struggles to endure - NPR
BOUSCAREN: One young woman, who asked not to be identified, says she lost her job due to the internet shutdown. Her brother started driving a taxi, and her ...

NPR  ∙  June 8, 2026


Pakistani workers say their faith cost them their jobs in the UAE - NPR
They, too, requested anonymity, holding on to the hope that they might one day return to work in the Emirates. That's also why it's difficult to know how ...

NPR  ∙  June 7, 2026


Hezbollah rejects ceasefire deal agreed on by Israel and Lebanon
The person asked not to be identified because they were not authorized to speak publicly on the issue. Hezbollah has been targeting Israeli army ...

NPR  ∙  June 4, 2026


CBS fired '60 Minutes' correspondent Scott Pelley after remarks ...
Pelley told the show's new executive producer that he was "murdering" the program, according to three people with direct knowledge of the conversation.

NPR  ∙  June 3, 2026


Iranians back online after a government-imposed blackout - NPR
They all requested anonymity for fear of government retaliation. AREZOU REZVANI, BYLINE: Many Iranians can finally share what the worst days of the war were ...

NPR  ∙  June 2, 2026


DOJ is investigating George Santos for insider trading on Kalshi - NPR
... people with direct knowledge of his trades who were not authorized to speak publicly. They say Santos misled the public and turned a profit based on that ...

NPR  ∙  June 2, 2026