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1. Who is Fed nominee Stephen Miran, and why is he so controversial?

   Stephen Miran, who has served in both Trump administrations, said he will not resign from the White House if confirmed to the Federal Reserve Board, further stoking concerns about its independence.

2. Telling stories of gun violence deaths almost cost this reporter his life

   Trymaine Lee spent years reporting on the deaths of men who look just like him. His new memoir, A Thousand Ways to Die, chronicles the impact of gun violence in Black communities.

3. Officials announce a 'framework' for keeping TikTok online in the U.S.

   U.S. officials have announced a "framework" that would let Chinese-owned short video platform TikTok continue operations in the United States, although the two countries are still working out the details.

4. In first interview, Pope Leo XIV takes on billionaires, polarization and war

   Pope Leo XIV reflected on the legacy of Pope Francis and whether he sees himself as more U.S. American or Peruvian.

5. To save its rare birds, New Zealand is relying on a nation of backyard trappers

   New Zealand's unique birds are at risk of extinction, like the kiwi. So the country is trying to eradicate the invasive species that prey on them. Everyday people are lining up to help.

6. What we know about the suspect arrested in Charlie Kirk's killing. And, Emmy takeaways

   Authorities say the suspect in the Charlie Kirk murder investigation is not cooperating. However, the people around him are. Here's what we know. And, takeaways from the 2025 Emmys.

7. A Utah church embarks on a healing journey in the aftermath of the Kirk assassination

   A church in Orem, Utah, the city where Charlie Kirk was killed, brings healing during its Sunday service. "We're going to be navigating this as a community and as a church family for months to come."

8. A record number of congressional lawmakers aren't running for reelection in 2026. Here's the list

   NPR is tracking the record number of lawmakers in Congress who have already announced they don't plan to run for reelection ahead of the 2026 midterms.

9. Melting glaciers mean an uncertain future for Europe's rivers

   Europe is warming faster than any continent. That's speeding up glacial melt, which is already threatening Europe's largest rivers.

10. Trump, fascinated by the royals, gets a rare second U.K. state visit

    Trump has long expressed fascination with the royal family. The U.K. government will tap into that this week during a state visit that combines pageantry and politics.