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NPR's Up First is the news you need to start your day. The three biggest stories of the day, with reporting and analysis from NPR News — in 10 minutes. Available weekdays at 6:30 a.m. ET, with hosts Leila Fadel, Steve Inskeep, Michel Martin and A Martinez. Also available on Saturdays at 9 a.m. ET, with Ayesha Rascoe and Scott Simon. On Sundays, hear a longer exploration behind the headlines with Ayesha Rascoe on "The Sunday Story," available by 8 a.m. ET. Subscribe and listen, then support your local NPR station at donate.npr.org. Support public media by joining NPR+ at plus.npr.org. You’ll get perks for over 25 NPR podcasts, including sponsor-free listening for Up First, NPR News Now, and more.

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Trump Extends Ceasefire Indefinitely, VA Redistricting Results, Warsh Fed HearingUp First covers (1) Trump extending the Iran ceasefire indefinitely amid shifting rhetoric, (2) Virginia’s ballot measure to redraw congressional districts and its likely impact on November House…22 Apr 2026 · 13 min · 6 chapters
Iran Ceasefire Deadline, Labor Secretary Out, Hearing For New Fed ChairThe episode covers three news items. First, a ceasefire extension between the U.S.21 Apr 2026 · 13 min · 4 chapters
Trump and Iran Talks, Iran Reacts to Ship Seized, Tariff RefundsU.S.-Iran tensions as a U.S. delegation is announced for Pakistan talks, but a ceasefire is set to expire Wednesday amid mutual accusations; U.S.20 Apr 2026 · 14 min · 5 chapters
In one Iowa city, public schools compete in the free market. Are students better off?School choice in Cedar Rapids, Iowa—how public school competition (open enrollment, charter schools, and private school education savings accounts/ESAs) affects families and public schools.19 Apr 2026 · 32 min · 18 chapters
Hormuz Latest, Trump Rallies Amid Sinking Approval, Tariff RefundsMiddle East ceasefires and the Strait of Hormuz; Trump campaign rally in Arizona amid low approval; Monday tariff refunds portal after Supreme Court ruling.18 Apr 2026 · 15 min · 5 chapters
Zohran Mamdani on NYC as a blueprint for Democrats | NPR's NewsmakersZohran Mamdani, NYC mayor, argues NYC is a “blueprint” for Democrats by delivering affordability and dignity while pushing back against bigotry and cruelty.17 Apr 2026 · 29 min · 12 chapters
Lebanon-Israel Ceasefire, Hegseth On Blockade, Trump Nominates New CDC DirectorA 10-day Israel–Lebanon ceasefire begins, but Israel says it won’t leave southern Lebanon and Hezbollah says it will resist; the episode also covers the U.S.–Iran naval blockade and Strait of Hormuz…17 Apr 2026 · 13 min · 5 chapters
Trump's Iran War Timeline, Iran Blockade And Peace Talks, GOP And Trump Pope FeudTrump’s shifting claims that the Iran war is “very close to over,” despite stalled Pakistan-mediated peace talks and a U.S.16 Apr 2026 · 13 min · 6 chapters
Dave Chappelle on free speech and the purpose of comedy | NPR’s NewsmakersDave Chappelle discusses free speech and the purpose of comedy, arguing that comedy helps people contextualize facts and feelings, and that comedians shouldn’t be “policed” by angry audiences.15 Apr 2026 · 39 min · 19 chapters
Middle East War Negotiations, War And The Global Economy, New Swalwell AllegationsUp First covers three Middle East negotiation tracks and their economic fallout, plus a major U.S. political scandal.15 Apr 2026 · 13 min · 3 chapters
Swalwell Resignation, Strait Of Hormuz Standoff, Trump Feuds with Pope LeoThree fast-moving stories: Rep. Eric Swalwell’s resignation amid sexual-misconduct allegations; a U.S.-Iran standoff blocking shipping through the Strait of Hormuz and driving global oil-price…14 Apr 2026 · 13 min · 4 chapters
Trump's Blockade, Israel-Lebanon Talks, Hungary's Orbán OutU.S. naval blockade of the Strait of Hormuz after failed U.S.-Iran talks; ongoing Israel-Lebanon fighting despite U.S.13 Apr 2026 · 12 min · 5 chapters
Dozens of Black pilots disappeared during WWII. Who are the men still lost?The episode examines the Tuskegee Airmen legacy and the families’ ongoing pain over 27 Black airmen who disappeared during WWII overseas, leaving relatives without answers or remains.12 Apr 2026 · 17 min · 9 chapters
US/Iran Peace Talks, Hungary Election Preview, Congress Returns MondayU.S.-Iran peace talks in Islamabad; Hungary election preview; what Congress will tackle when it returns to Washington.11 Apr 2026 · 16 min · 6 chapters
Vance Iran Negotiations, Israel-Lebanon Talks, Artemis II Return To EarthUp First covers three stories: (1) U.S. efforts to end the Iran war, with VP J.D.10 Apr 2026 · 13 min · 3 chapters
Trump and NATO, Shaky Ceasefire In Middle East, Lebanon's Day Of MourningNATO tensions with Trump over Iran war and possible troop/exit threats; a fragile U.S.-Iran ceasefire that still includes attacks (Iranian drones/missiles in Gulf; Israeli strikes on Lebanon);…9 Apr 2026 · 12 min · 10 chapters
Trump-Iran Ceasefire, Iran On Trump's Reversal, Markets React To Reopening Of HormuzTrump agrees to a two-week U.S.-Iran ceasefire before his deadline to end Iran’s “civilization,” conditioned on Iran reopening the Strait of Hormuz for limited shipping. Iran says the U.S.8 Apr 2026 · 14 min · 4 chapters
Jamie Dimon on Iran, Trump and why he’s optimistic about AI | NPR’s NewsmakersJPMorgan Chase CEO Jamie Dimon discusses why corporate leaders should weigh in on public policy, the Iran conflict’s democratic and economic risks, U.S.7 Apr 2026 · 32 min · 16 chapters
Iran Deadline, Middle East War Escalation, Artemis II Trip HomeEscalating U.S.-Iran and Israel-Iran conflict amid ceasefire talks, plus Artemis II’s return to Earth.7 Apr 2026 · 13 min · 4 chapters
Trump Issues Profane Threats, Trump's War Politics, Artemis II Lunar FlybyUp First covers three things: Trump’s profane threats and war politics toward Iran, a U.S.-Israel-Iran escalation update, and Artemis II’s lunar flyby.6 Apr 2026 · 13 min · 4 chapters
The Americans caught in ICE’s web of surveillanceThe episode examines how ICE surveillance and enforcement expanded under President Trump, focusing on U.S.5 Apr 2026 · 24 min · 9 chapters
Jet Down in Iran, Voter Privacy, Dietary GuidelinesTwo U.S. jets shot down over Iran; Trump’s plan to end the war; DOJ voter-roll data demands and privacy concerns; American Heart Association dietary guidelines emphasizing less meat and shifting fats.4 Apr 2026 · 15 min · 5 chapters
Pam Bondi Out, Iran Charges Strait Tolls, International Meeting on Hormuz(1) Attorney General Pam Bondi is out; NPR discusses her DOJ record and the Epstein client-files controversy.3 Apr 2026 · 13 min · 4 chapters
Trump's Speech On Iran, Reactions To Trump's Remarks, SCOTUS Birthright CaseThe episode covers three fast-moving news items: President Trump’s first formal televised address about the U.S.2 Apr 2026 · 13 min · 4 chapters