Up First

by NPR

Up First is a dynamic and fast-paced podcast that offers a concise summary of the day's top news stories. Each episode is specifically designed to provide listeners with all the information they need to stay up to date on current events, including politics, business, international affairs, and more. Hosted by a team of experienced journalists, Up First delivers high-quality reporting and analysis in a straightforward and easily digestible format. Whether you're commuting to work, cooking dinner, or working out at the gym, Up First is the perfect way to stay informed and engaged with the world around you.

Episodes

Japan's Former Leader Killed, Cipollone Testifies To Jan. 6 Panel, Gun Owners Poll

12m · Published 08 Jul 09:49

Japan's former prime minister, Shinzo Abe, has died after being shot at a campaign event . The former White House counsel Pat Cipollone is to testify behind closed doors to the January 6th committee. And a new NPR/ IPSOS poll finds that a large majority of gun owners support expanding background checks and raising the minimum age to purchase firearms to 21.

Boris Johnson Resignation. Uvalde Shooting Report. G20 Meeting.

13m · Published 07 Jul 09:56

British Prime Minister Boris Johnson is planning to resign according to multiple media reports. A new report on the Uvalde school shooting found that the police officers missed several opportunities to intercept the shooter. And G20 foreign ministers meet in Bali, Indonesia this week.

Highland Park Suspect Profile, Georgia Subpoenas Trump Allies, UK Political Turmoil

12m · Published 06 Jul 09:51

The Highland Park shooting suspect's digital footprint may fit into a new emerging profile of extremists. A Georgia grand jury subpoenas several of former President Trump's political allies and legal advisers. Boris Johnson's government is in turmoil as two of the top cabinet ministers quit.

Highland Park Mass Shooting, WV Opioid Case, Investigation Into Journalist Killing

12m · Published 05 Jul 09:51

Six people were killed and dozens injured in a mass shooting at an Independence Day parade in Highland Park, IL. A federal judge ruled in favor of drug companies in a landmark opioid case in WV. And US officials say the investigation into the killing of Shireen Abu Akleh, a Palestinian-American journalist in the West Bank, is inconclusive.

Akron Reeling After Police Killing, Russian Advance in Luhansk, Holidays In Trouble

13m · Published 04 Jul 10:08

Police video shows officers the killing of a Black man in Akron, Ohio. Ukrainian forces withdraw from a key city in Luhansk region. Thousand of flights are delayed or cancelled over the holiday weekend.

Rough Translation: French Lunch

30m · Published 03 Jul 12:00

For more than a century in France, the lunch hour has remained sacred. Workers all over the country spilled into sidewalk cafes and office canteens to settle in for a break that can last up to ninety minutes. Strangers shared hors d'oeuvres, colleagues caught up and they tried to talk about anything except work. Then, in 2021, France suspended the law that forbids eating lunch at work. NPR's Rough Translation talks to an American teacher relieved to see it go and a French historian determined to bring it back.

Biden's Climate Response, Health Insurers Price Transparency, Brittney Griner Trial

13m · Published 02 Jul 11:27

The Supreme Court's ruling on the EPA alters the Biden Administration's climate strategy. Health insurers must now publicize the prices they pay hospitals and doctors' offices for services. And, the trial in Russia that will decide Brittney Griner's fate is underway. The WNBA star has been detained for more than four months.

SCOTUS Election Law, SCOTUS Limits EPA's Power, Hong Kong's 25th Handover Anniversary

13m · Published 01 Jul 10:02

The Supreme Court is taking on a case next term that could reshape federal elections. In one of its last opinions this term the Supreme Court limited EPA's authority to regulate emissions and fight climate change. And Hong Kong marks 25th anniversary since the handover from Britain to China.

Final SCOTUS Rulings, Biden NATO Presser, Election Denial Influencers

13m · Published 30 Jun 09:56

The Supreme Court issues its final rulings before recess. President Biden wraps his Europe trip following G7 and NATO summits. And a new NPR investigation details how election deniers spread misinformation across the country.

Jan 6 New Revelations, Rising Job Cuts, NATO expansion

12m · Published 29 Jun 09:54

Former White House aide testifies in January 6 hearing. Companies start layoffs amid fears of recession. And Turkey drops its objection to Finland and Sweden joining NATO.

Up First has 725 episodes in total of non- explicit content. Total playtime is 190:01:45. The language of the podcast is English. This podcast has been added on June 16th 2022. It might contain more episodes than the ones shown here. It was last updated on June 1st, 2024 01:10.