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The dollar has helped make the U.S. the most economically powerful country for most of the last century, but other countries — including rivals like China — have the greenback on their sights.

The event is touted as a way to connect to past traditions in Kyrgyzstan — and perhaps boost the tourism industry.

Sen. John Kerry of Massachusetts wins the Democratic caucuses in Washington state, and holds a commanding lead as votes are counted in Michigan. Hear NPR's Steve Inskeep, NPR's Wendy Kaufman and NPR's David Schaper.

In this special edition of And Another Thing, Massachusetts U.S. Rep. Jim McGovern marks the first anniversary of the riot in the U.S. Capitol with this inside account of the events of that day. He also offers his take on the investigation and how he believes the actions that day may shape the country’s future.

A roundup of key developments and the latest in-depth coverage of Russia's invasion of Ukraine.

Iraqi's interim Vice President Ibrahim al-Jaafari is at the center of a growing struggle to lead the country's new government. While Jaafari is the chosen leader of the Shiite that won the most votes in Iraqi elections, interim Prime Minister Ayad Allawi is vying to keep his post.

Ten is an arbitrary number, so NPR's entertainment critic Bob Mondello offers his top 24 movies of 2002. Mondello says 2002 was a record year for box office sales and a better year than 2001 for movie quality. His list ranges from blockbuster adventure to documentary.

The departure of the director of national intelligence means that almost every senior member of President Trump's original national security team is gone from his or her job.

Mohsen Fakhrizadeh, believed to have led Iran's military nuclear program, died from wounds after an attack, causing outrage in Iran and raising international concerns over potential retaliation.

A Russian named Grigory Perelman, is credited with helping solve a famous 100-year-old math problem. Both the problem and the man who solved it are a bit of a puzzle.