Why did a $72 million mission to study water on the moon fail so soon after launch? A new NASA report has the answer.

NPR's Scott Simon speaks with Shira Efron, an Israel and Middle East expert, about the U.S. and Israel strikes on Iran.

NPR's Scott Simon talks to Ali Vaez, an Iran expert at the International Crisis Group, about U.S. and Israel strikes on Iran.

Iran has retaliated to U.S. and Israel strikes. Several countries that host American military bases in the region including The United Arab Emirates, Qatar, Bahrain say they have been attacked.

A restaurant in Mobile, AL, has a sign: "Free oysters to any man 80 years old accompanied by his father." NPR's Scott Simon talks to Jimmy Rush who showed up on his 80th birthday with his dad, Jim.

We look at what it means for President Trump to launch attacks on Iran without Congressional approval, and the pushback and support he's getting from some lawmakers.

President Trump announced a major military combat operation on Iran early this morning, targeting several cities across Iran. We look at the strategy there and potential outcomes.

Prompted by a new law, Kansas began sending letters to some trans people saying their drivers licenses were being invalidated until they change their gender information.

A group of Michigan elected officials and leaders heard from community members who say state and local government needs to protect immigrant rights and safety.

In an effort to stabilize child care in America, the Biden administration changed how child care subsidies are paid. The Trump administration says the change invited fraud and is preparing a reversal.

Many GOP primary voters in North Carolina say they want a candidate who will support the president after Sen. Thom Tillis chose not to seek reelection following disagreements with President Trump.

The deal struck by Paramount to acquire CNN's parent company leaves a series of questions over the cable TV news giant. Journalists there are girding for what could be next if the deal is approved.