MacArthur 'Genius' Angela Duckworth Responds To A New Critique Of Grit
The author of a new meta-analysis says the importance of grit — a concept that has gained wide traction in education circles — has been exaggerated.
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Business Of Disaster: Local Recovery Programs Struggle To Help Homeowners
State and local disaster relief programs are leaving communities impacted by Superstorm Sandy confused by the dizzying array of directives on how to rebuild.
We Don't Know How Many Workers Are Injured At Slaughterhouses. Here's Why
Injuries in the meat industry are likely to be under-reported, a new GAO report finds. Workers may be sent back to the line without seeing a doctor, or may not report out of fear of losing their jobs.
11 States Sue Obama Administration Over Transgender Student Guidance
Texas and 10 other states are suing the Obama administration over its guidelines governing transgender students in schools.
GOP Congressman Suggests Private Approach To Airline Security
NPR's Audie Cornish talks with Rep. Darrell Issa of California about why he believes privatizing airport screening would be better for safety and speeding up security lines.
Asking Mom: 'Did You Know I Was Depressed In High School?'
Telling your parents you have mental health issues can be tough, even if you are a trained psychotherapist. Add in another culture and there's even more room for apprehension and misunderstanding.
Business Of Disaster: Insurance Firms Profited $400 Million After Sandy
More than three years after Superstorm Sandy, NPR and PBS's Frontline investigate the thousands still not home, the government agencies that failed to help and the companies that made millions.
Baby Boomers Will Become Sicker Seniors Than Earlier Generations
The seniors of tomorrow will have much higher rates of diabetes and obesity than the seniors of today, according to a data analysis. That means higher medical bills for them — and for taxpayers, too.
Native Americans Protest A Planned Auction Of Sacred Objects In France
It's illegal to sell such ceremonial items in the U.S., but they're popular (and profitable) in France. The art and artifacts are due to hit the auction block Monday.
Ryan Shoots Down Trump Endorsement, As He Readies House GOP Campaign Agenda
House Republicans will begin rolling out their policy agenda in June. It will, in theory, allow lawmakers to run with Donald Trump on ideas they agree on, and be able to demonstrate where they differ.