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Diana and Paul Zucknick have tried repeatedly and unsuccessfully to have children. The Austin, Texas, couple are intrigued by scientific research that may someday make it possible to create eggs and sperm from their skin cells.
Montinique Monroe for NPRAn experimental technology that might someday allow infertile couples, as well as gay and trans couples, to have genetically related children stirs hope. So far, the technique has worked in mice.
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House votes to formalize Biden impeachment inquiry National News
The House voted along party lines to formalize the impeachment inquiry into President Biden.
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Ukraine is trying to keep its lights on this winter. Russia aims to turn them off National News
Utility workers have raced to repair Ukraine's damaged energy grid. Russia has resumed targeted attacks on Ukraine's energy system — and parts of it may be more vulnerable than ever, experts warn.
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Supreme Court to hear abortion pill case National News
The court's action sets up a collision between the Food and Drug Administration's 23-year study and supervision of mifepristone, and the circumstances under which it can be prescribed.
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These songbirds sing for hours a day to keep their vocal muscles in shape National News
Zebra finches who did not sing every day quickly lose their vocal prowess, a new study finds. The results could potentially shed light on vocal rehabilitation for humans, too.
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Up First briefing: COP28 fossil fuel deal; House impeachment vote National News
Leaders at COP28 agreed on the need to transition away from fossil fuels. The House prepares to vote to formalize an impeachment inquiry against Biden.
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Climate talks end on a first-ever call for the world to move away from fossil fuels National News
Leaders from nearly 200 countries agreed on the need to transition away from fossil fuels. But representatives of nations most vulnerable to climate impacts were not happy with the final deal.
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Attacks on health care are on track to hit a record high in 2023. Can it be stopped? National News
The targeting of hospitals and medical workers is a fact of modern warfare — in Sudan, Syria, Ukraine, Gaza and Israel. International law say such attacks are unacceptable. Are there any consequences?
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