Here's a closer look at the United Nations' breakdown of casualties. The overall total of more than 35,000 Palestinians killed since Oct. 7, based on Gaza Health Ministry figures, has not declined.
Scientists are looking at the ways humans change the planet-- and the impact that has on the spread of infectious disease. You might be surprised at some of their conclusions.
Prime Minister Robert Fico is in life-threatening condition after being wounded in a shooting after a political event Wednesday, according to his Facebook profile. A suspect has been detained.
The Girl Scouts have been part of American childhood for generations. And now that quintessential experience is helping young girls, who are new to the United States get a sense of belonging. It comes through a Girl Scout troop based in one of New York City's largest migrant shelters. The shelter has around 3,500 migrants, and all of the Girl Scouts are children of families seeking asylum. For the last few weeks, NPR's Jasmine Garsd has been spending time with them, and brings us their their story. For sponsor-free episodes of Consider This, sign up for Consider This+ via Apple Podcasts or at plus.npr.org. Email us at considerthis@npr.org.