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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's Iran Endgame, War Economy, SCOTUS Birthright Citizenship CaseThis Up First episode covers three linked news items: Trump’s Iran “endgame,” the war’s economic fallout, and the Supreme Court’s birthright citizenship case. On Iran, Trump claims the U.S.1 Apr 2026 · 13 min · 5 chapters
Iran War Week 5, Trump's Mixed Messages, TSA Back PayThe episode covers two stories: the Iran war’s shifting diplomacy and threats, and the partial resolution of a TSA pay problem during a Homeland Security funding lapse.31 Mar 2026 · 13 min · 5 chapters
Lebanese Warfront, US Troops Deployed To Middle East, TSA and TravelUp First covers three fronts: Lebanon’s war, U.S.-Iran tensions, and U.S. travel disruptions. Topic: Israel expanding its Lebanon invasion; U.S.30 Mar 2026 · 13 min · 3 chapters
RFK Jr lauds Italy's addiction treatment. Can it work here?The Sunday Story examines whether Italy’s San Patrignano addiction treatment community can be a workable model for the U.S., amid high relapse rates, limited insurance-funded inpatient stays, and…29 Mar 2026 · 30 min · 22 chapters
Iran War, TSA Funding, No Kings MarchesOne-month U.S.-Israel-Iran war update (Iran strikes Saudi base; Israel hits Iranian infrastructure; Houthis join), effects on energy/food prices and Trump approval; TSA and Homeland Security funding…28 Mar 2026 · 14 min · 4 chapters
Gov. Wes Moore on Iran, pardon power, and his future | NPR's NewsmakersMaryland Gov. Wes Moore discusses the U.S. war posture toward Iran (mission clarity, coalition-building, “imminent threat,” and what “victory” means), plus domestic policy themes: Key Bridge…27 Mar 2026 · 36 min · 12 chapters
Trump Cabinet, DHS Funding, CPAC, Trump and IranThe episode covers four news threads: a Senate deal to reopen most of the Department of Homeland Security for 42 days without changing immigration enforcement rules; President Trump’s threats and…27 Mar 2026 · 14 min · 6 chapters
Iran Rejects US Peace Proposal, Troop Deployment, Social Media TrialIran rejects a U.S. ceasefire/sanctions-relief proposal and counters with reparations and demands about stopping attacks and war; U.S.26 Mar 2026 · 13 min · 2 chapters
82nd Airborne Deployment, Israel Threatens Lebanon Invasion, DHS Funding NegotiationsU.S. sends 2,000–3,000 (up to 2,000 confirmed) 82nd Airborne paratroopers to the Middle East amid Iran talks; Israel threatens a Lebanon ground invasion using a “Gaza model”; Congress negotiates DHS…25 Mar 2026 · 13 min · 5 chapters
Negotiations With Iran, Trump On Deal With Iran, ICE Impact On Airport LinesNegotiations With Iran, Trump On Deal With Iran, ICE Impact On Airport Lines24 Mar 2026 · 13 min · 5 chapters
Trump's Hormuz Deadline, Congress DHS Funding, ICE In AirportsTrump's Hormuz Deadline, Congress DHS Funding, ICE In Airports23 Mar 2026 · 13 min · 4 chapters
The Betrayal of Trans TroopsIn this episode, NPR's "Up First" presents a detailed exploration of the impact of the Trump administration's policies on transgender military service members.22 Mar 2026 · 30 min · 19 chapters
On the Iranian Border, More Military on the Way, Warm Western WinterOngoing military operations in Iran and implications for civilians.21 Mar 2026 · 16 min · 4 chapters
Israel and Iran Trade Airstrikes, Trump Meets Japan PM, Kharg Island FutureIsrael and Iran Trade Airstrikes, Trump Meets Japan PM, Kharg Island Future20 Mar 2026 · 13 min · 4 chapters
Iran Attacks Energy Targets, DHS Confirmation Hearing, Cesar Chavez Abuse AllegationsIran Attacks Energy Targets, DHS Confirmation Hearing, Cesar Chavez Abuse Allegations19 Mar 2026 · 14 min · 4 chapters
Life Inside Iran, Trump and Cuba, Fed Interest RatesLife Inside Iran, Trump and Cuba, Fed Interest Rates18 Mar 2026 · 14 min · 7 chapters
Israel's Incursion Into Lebanon, NATO and Strait Of Hormuz, Cuba's Blackout and TrumpIn this episode, the hosts discuss critical global events, including Israel's military actions in Lebanon, NATO's response to the Strait of Hormuz crisis, and the humanitarian situation in Cuba…17 Mar 2026 · 13 min · 7 chapters
Middle East War Week 3, Trump Messaging 'Winning', Voting ActLeila Fadel, Steve Inskeep, Michel Martin, A Martinez16 Mar 2026 · 13 min · 4 chapters
Emotional Abuse in College SportsThe episode titled "Emotional Abuse in College Sports" delves into the often-overlooked issue of emotional abuse by coaches within college sports programs, particularly in the context of the NCAA's…15 Mar 2026 · 45 min · 23 chapters
Iran War, Political Violence in US, New Action on Housing AffordabilityIran War, Political Violence in US, New Action on Housing Affordability14 Mar 2026 · 15 min · 4 chapters
Israel Bombs Beirut, Attacks In Michigan And Virginia, Housing BillIn this episode of *Up First*, NPR provides reports and analysis on three major news stories:13 Mar 2026 · 13 min · 5 chapters
Strait Of Hormuz Crisis, Gas Price Politics, Iranian School Strike InvestigationStrait Of Hormuz Crisis, Gas Price Politics, Iranian School Strike Investigation12 Mar 2026 · 14 min · 4 chapters
Intense Strikes On Iran, Trump Approval Poll, Georgia Special Election RunoffIn this episode of *Up First*, hosts Leila Fadel and Steve Inskeep discuss the following key topics:11 Mar 2026 · 14 min · 4 chapters
Trump Declares Early Victory, Lebanon Asks Israel To Talk, New York Protest AttackIn this episode, President Trump claims victory in the ongoing U.S. and Israeli war with Iran, calling it a success but suggesting further actions are needed.10 Mar 2026 · 14 min · 6 chapters