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Carl Kasell reads three quotes from the week's news: The Return of Client No. 9, Safety Ninjas of the Sky, and We're No. 2!

The country's top infectious disease doctor says he is looking for "a level of control" over COVID-19 such that it is less disruptive to society — and again stressed the importance of vaccination.

The Senate may sign off on a $1 trillion infrastructure bill. The Pentagon moves to make vaccines mandatory for service members. As Taliban fighters gain ground, what is the global community doing?

Trisha Yearwood tells us about recovering from COVID-19 and her new cookbook, "Trisha's Kitchen: Easy Comfort Food for Friends and Family."

NPR's Ari Shapiro talks with New York Times writer Jazmine Hughes about the unique pop stardom Lil Nas X is creating for himself.

Heated rhetoric continues to define Russia-Ukraine relations. A class-action lawsuit filed against the NFL and three teams alleges racism in hiring practices. Crude oil prices reach seven-year highs.

The Taliban still have no formal government in Afghanistan. Days after Hurricane Ida, rescue teams have difficulty reaching people. Texas Republicans pass a new bill restricting voting rights.

The Biden administration has delivered a plan to Russia offering a diplomatic way to resolve the crisis over Ukraine. NPR's Ari Shapiro talks with State Dept. spokesman Ned Price about the situation.

Russian President Vladimir Putin put his nuclear arsenal on high alert. What are the strategic, and political moves necessary to avoid the unthinkable?

Merck documents show that in 2000, the maker of Vioxx tried to censor critics of the drug's safety. That was the year that drug giant Merck learned that Vioxx might cause heart attacks and other problems. The documents show a concerted effort by the company to identify doctors who were raising questions about the drug's safety and to put pressure on them to stop making critical comments. A spokesman for Merck denies the allegations.