To Put An End To Her Daughter's Bullying, A Mother Takes A Page From Darwin
Leslie Blanchard worried her daughter might bully another child, and decided to nip it in the bud. She tells NPR's Rachel Martin how she did it.
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Pastor Writes To Dispel Embedded Misconceptions About Transgender People
As churches seek understanding about the LGBT community, a Dallas pastor wrote a blog post sharing seven things he learned about transgender people. Rachel Martin speaks with Pastor Mark Wingfield.
How Effective Is The Peace Program That Pays Taliban To Leave The Fight?
A program in Afghanistan that was meant to promote peace is under review. NPR's Rachel Martin talks to Douglas Keh of the UN Development Program about the success the program.
Clinton Uses Florida Platform To Talk To Mothers Who've Lost Children To Gun Violence
Gun control will likely be an important topic in the general election. On Saturday, Hillary Clinton spoke to mothers who have lost children to gun violence at an event in Florida.
Afghan Government Says Taliban Leader Mullah Akhtar Mansour Killed By U.S. Airstrike
The Afghan government says that a U.S. drone strike in Pakistan has killed the leader of the Afghan Taliban, Mullah Akhtar Mansour.
5 Years After Devastating Missouri Tornado, Communities Assesses Disaster Response
Five years ago, a massive tornado ripped through Joplin, Mo., killing 161 people. This week, Joplin will host leaders from other tornado-stricken cities to discuss the lessons they've learned.
From 'Apprentice' To 'MacGyver,' TV Raids Old Shows To Excite Advertisers
The TV networks recently tried to sell their new shows to advertisers at the 2016 upfronts. But most of the shows being sold are things you've already seen.
Corporate Funds Pledged For Republican Convention Under Fire
Some groups are putting pressure on corporations that have pledged money for the Republican convention saying it would help promote Donald Trump and compromise their policies against discrimination.
Longtime Couples Get In Sync, In Sickness And In Health
You like the same movies, drink the same beer — and over time your health becomes more like that of your mate, researchers say. Doctors might want to consider the couple when treating illness.
Native American Leader Responds To Washington Post 'Redskins' Poll
Ray Halbritter of the Oneida Nation is a critic of the Washington football team's name. He disputes a Washington Post poll that found most Native Americans were not offended by the name.