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1. Supreme Court gives abortion pill mifepristone a 1-week reprieve from a major change

   The Supreme Court says rules that allow patients to get the abortion pill mifepristone through the mail can stay the same for at least a week.

2. The UAE says Iran resumes attacks as the U.S. moves to reopen the Strait of Hormuz

   The U.S. military said it helped two merchant ships transit the Strait of Hormuz, and the United Arab Emirates said it was fending off Iranian missiles and drones.

3. The many ways Trump wants to change D.C., from buildings to statues to parks

   Many of the changes Trump wants to make to the White House and the city are facing legal challenges. Some are reversible, while others could reshape the nation's capital for generations to come.

4. Trump says U.S. will 'guide' stranded ships through the Strait. And, key Senate races to watch

   President Trump announced that the U.S will "guide" stranded ships through the Strait of Hormuz. And, Democrats face an uphill battle to gain Senate control. Here are the key races to watch.

5. Not sure what to get Mom for Mother's Day? Get ideas from our listeners

   Mother's Day is Sunday, May 10. If you're stumped on what to get the moms in your life, get some inspiration from our audience. They share the best gifts they've ever received from their loved ones.

6. Here's how medication abortion works with just one drug that's still fully available

   A federal appeals court ruling restricts telemedicine access to the abortion drug mifepristone for the whole country, at least temporarily. But another drug that remains available is safe and effective at ending early pregnancy.

7. At the 2026 Met Gala, 'Fashion is Art.' Here's what to expect

   On the first Monday of every May, the rich, famous and well-dressed gather in New York City for the Met Gala fundraiser. Ivy Buck offers a lookahead - covering this year's theme, where to watch, who's coming, and more.

8. Trump administration falls behind on wildfire prevention with risky fire season ahead

   Many of the nation's overgrown forests are at high risk of burning. Under the Trump administration, work to reduce flammable vegetation fell by more than a million acres compared to previous years.

9. In many states, election-denying candidates are running to control voting

   In 23 states, including five presidential swing states, candidates who have denied election results are running for offices that have a direct role in certifying future elections, a new report finds.

10. The oldest millennials are 45! This tool helps plan for longevity

    The oldest millennials are turning 45 this year. The oldest Gen Xers are now 60. So how prepared will they be to thrive in the decades ahead? A new tool helps people assess beyond just savings.