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NPR's Steve Inskeep talks to international security expert Asfandyar Mir who believes global jihadist could feel emboldened after the Taliban seized power in Afghanistan.

The Showstoppers! exhibition in New York's Theater District showcases the work of an industry hit hard by the pandemic. Visitors can see more than 100 costumes — and watch artists hard at work.

There have been more protests in parts of Afghanistan against Taliban rule. The militant group is already having challenges governing. With a humanitarian crisis brewing, thousands are trying to flee.

NPR's Ailsa Chang speaks with Steven Butler of the Committee to Protect Journalists about his organization's efforts to help evacuate Afghan journalists.

NPR's Mary Louise talks with British Ambassador to the U.S. Karen Pierce about how the pullout from Afghanistan has impacted the so-called "special relationship" between the U.S. and the U.K.

NPR's Ailsa Chang talks with U.S. Surgeon General Vivek Murthy about how urgent the need for COVID boosters is, how the rollout will work and whether we should even be giving boosters in this country.

Education Secretary Miguel Cardona announced that over 323,000 borrowers who have significant and permanent disabilities will qualify for the relief from student loan debt.

NPR's Noel King talks to New York Assemblywoman Catalina Cruz about pursuing impeachment proceedings against Gov. Andrew Cuomo, who is accused of sexually harassing multiple women.

The book — Forget the Alamo — challenges common misconceptions surrounding the conflict — including the notion that Davy Crockett was a martyr who fought to the death rather than surrender.

NPR's Steve Inskeep talks to Rachael Denhollander, a former gymnast and Larry Nassar abuse survivor, about the problems that persist in the sport, and how Simone Biles's courage can help others.