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1. How the Trump administration uses the Bible to justify military invasions and immigration raids

   President Trump isn't much of a Bible-quoter, but some members of his administration are, and they have used Scripture to frame controversial policies as justified by the Good Book. 

2. Prospects fade for imminent end to Iran war as attacks restart

   Israel says it will intensify attacks against Hezbollah in Lebanon and U.S. military struck Iranian boats and missile launch sites as envoys continued negotiations for a deal that would end the three-month war.

3. U.S. strikes Iran. And, immigration courts use new tactic to speed up deportations

   The U.S. military has launched new attacks on Iran while talks to end the conflict are ongoing. And, the Department of Justice is using a new tactic in immigration courts to accelerate deportations.

4. Therapists are using AI to take notes. Is it a useful tool or a breach of trust?

   New companies are selling artificial intelligence assistance to mental health therapists. The AI tools can help with administration and recordkeeping, but some patients worry about their privacy.

5. In West Texas, an unlikely alliance stands against extending the border wall

   An unusual coalition of people across the political spectrum have banded together to rally against a border wall in the Big Bend.

6. Immigration courts are using a new tactic to speed up deportations

   The Justice Department is moving up the court hearings for hundreds of immigrants and scheduling them for mass hearings. If they don't show up, they could be ordered deported.

7. Texas GOP voters vote in race that could shape future of the party -- and the Senate

   Controversial Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton is challenging U.S. Sen. John Cornyn's reelection. The $100 million fight could have far-reaching implications for the GOP, and party control of the Senate.

8. Inside ATL: how Delta juggles 100,000 bags a day at the world's busiest airport

   On a busy day, Delta Air Lines handles more than 100,000 bags at its Atlanta hub. NPR got a rare look behind the scenes at how the airline is using AI to improve baggage-handling operations.

9. Morning news brief

   U.S. military says it struck Iran Monday in "self-defense," Russia threatens more strikes against Ukraine, Texas GOP voters head to polls for primary that could shape future of the party.

10. Attacks from residents complicate the fight against a rare type of Ebola

    Three times in the past week, healthcare facilities have been attacked. On Sunday, angry young men stormed a hospital treating Ebola patients, forcing medical staff to evacuate them as gunfire rang out.