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A decade since the start of Syria's civil war, hundreds of thousands have died, millions have been displaced, and the war still isn't over — although the Syrian regime has the clear upper hand.

A slew of college basketball players have tested positive for the coronavirus. Also, what may race-based concussion tests in the NFL mean for retired Black players?

NPR's Scott Simons asks Economist correspondent Nicolas Pelham about Syria's first lady, Asma al-Assad, and how she has profited during the decade-long conflict in her country.

NPR's Scott Simon talks to Ralph Daniel, who broke into a Pennsylvania FBI office in 1971. He is only now speaking out about his role.

Sen. Bernie Sanders, who helped shepherd the $1.9 trillion COVID-19 relief plan through Congress, says the package is "the most consequential piece of legislation for working families" in decades.

Bill Kurtis reads three news-related limericks: The World's Cheapest Waterbed, Baby's First Playlist and The Breakfast of Dominos.

The Internal Revenue Service, which has seen budget and staff cuts in recent years, is responsible for carrying out several key provisions of the legislation signed by President Biden this week.

The $1.9 trillion relief bill includes a new monthly allowance for American parents that could help provide a critical lifeline.

Chef Amanda Cohen, owner of Dirt Candy in New York City, says the coronavirus relief package's $28.6 billion for independent and small-chain restaurants means many in the industry can stay afloat.

People who've had dose 1 are wondering ... can I have a few drinks before dose 2 or will that muck things up? Also: Do you really understand the concept of "vaccine efficacy"? It's complicated!