SNAFUBAR shows how empires keep Afghanistan in the crosshairs.

This week we met with local birder Rob Fowler, who leads many of the tours for Godwit Days, to learn more about birding on the North Coast, and what you can expect from the 2026 festival and field trips.

The species Incanomys parviauris, or the Incan small-eared water mouse, was first encountered during a 2018 research expedition in Río Abiseo National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage site, and formally described in the journal American Museum Novitates this February.

What’s pulling so many men away from climate action?

This week we're playing another old recording from Fickle Hill Billies, performing "Jimi Man" at the North Country Fair in 2001.

Recored live at the Arcata Veterans Hall, Soberanis’ lecture explores illusions people create, such as the “natural world” versus the “unnatural world,” and the importance of imagination.

The departure adds to a string of recent personnel changes at the Department of Homeland Security, a year into President Trump's administration.

Iran's foreign minister declared the Strait of Hormuz is open, following the start of an Israel-Lebanon ceasefire. President Trump swiftly responded that the U.S. naval blockade on Iran will continue.

Earlier in the morning GOP leaders had pushed for either a five-year renewal or the 18-month renewal President Trump had demanded, but both votes tanked.

An NPR analysis shows how immigrants' attempts to live or work legally in the U.S. are caught in a bureaucratic morass.

They can pose a threat to human health — yeast infections are but one example. Scientists say not enough attention is paid to their ability to develop resistance to medications that treat them.

Also: If you know what Eric Swalwell looks like, you'll get at least one question correct.