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Protesters react after Israel passes a disputed overhaul of the judiciary despite nationwide protests against the measure.

Hersh Goldberg-Polin, one of the six hostages killed by Hamas this week, was laid to rest in Israel today. Israeli's packed his funeral in a show of support to the hostages still held in Gaza, to the family, and to express anger at the government of Prime Minister Netanyahu at not doing more to secure their release.

Israel will begin a contentious land regulation process in a large part of the occupied West Bank, which could result in Israel gaining control over wide swaths of the area for future development.

For the 2025 NPR Student Podcast Challenge, we've listened to nearly 2,000 entries from around the U.S., and narrowed them down to 11 middle school and 10 high school finalists.

Host Michel talks about the role race played — or didn't play — in the criminal trial of George Zimmerman. She speaks with Corey Dade, contributing editor for TheRoot.com, and Roger L. Simon, founder of PJ Media.

This week, speeches at the United Nations General Assembly addressed the crisis over Iran's nuclear ambitions. Robert Siegel explores the likelihood of war with Iran, through conversations with Dennis Ross, counselor at the Washington Institute for Near East Policy, New York Times Tehran correspondent Thomas Erdbrink, Titra Parsi, founder and president of the National Iranian American Council, and Mike Shuster, who covers Iran's nuclear program.

Houston hosts funeral services today for George Floyd. New York's legislature passes a first wave of bills overhauling police. And, states face requests for environmental leniency during the pandemic.

The UAE establishes more open diplomatic ties with Israel. A New NPR/Marist poll explores American attitudes towards the presidential candidates. And, Trump's position on funding the USPS evolves.

Violence between Israelis and Palestinians stoke fears of war. House Republicans will vote on whether to remove Liz Cheney from her leadership post. Economists monitor data for signs of inflation.

On Super Tuesday, the field of Democratic presidential candidates narrows. The CDC confirms coronavirus cases in 12 states. And in Israel's election, votes are still being counted.