DOJ To Release Some 6,000 Nonviolent Inmates From Federal Prison
Starting on Friday, the Justice Department will release about 6,000 nonviolent inmates from federal prison.
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Like It Or Not, Political Campaigns Are Using Facebook To Target You
If you're seeing a political ad in your Facebook feed, there's probably a very specific reason that candidate is interested in you.
A TV Star CAN Beat A Former First Lady (In Guatemala)
The Central American country's elections are eerily similar to a scenario that could play out next year, you know, if there's a Donald Trump versus Hillary Clinton face-off.
Coming To A Mayor's Race Near You: SuperPACs Moving Into Cities
Once the domain of presidential and congressional candidates, the big-spending political committees are now a feature of city politics, too.
Why Do People Get So Bent Out Of Shape About Drinking While Pregnant?
A lot of people think doctors are being way too absolutist about moderate drinking in pregnancy. But the doctors say since there's no way to know what's safe, it's not worth the risk.
Fetal Cells May Protect Mom From Disease Long After The Baby's Born
In 1893, a German scientist made a striking discovery: Cells from a fetus hide out in a mother's body after birth. Scientists say these cells alter the risk of breast cancer and autoimmune diseases.
Traffic-Stop Bias Scrutinized In Greensboro, N.C.
Data examined by The New York Times shows disproportionate racial bias in police traffic stops in Greensboro, N.C. Steve Inskeep speaks to reporter Sharon LaFraniere about the findings.
The Week Ahead In Politics: House To Vote On Speaker
The House of Representatives is set to vote on a new speaker this week, likely Congressman Paul Ryan of Wisconsin. Meanwhile, the GOP struggles to define itself in Congress and on the campaign trail.
What's The Strategy?: U.S. Considers Sending Ships To South China Sea
The U.S. and China's geostrategic competition is like football: Keep the ball near your opponent's end zone, and keep him away from yours. The game changer: China's growing military power.
Supporters In Congress Make New Attempt To Revive The Export-Import Bank
Its critics see it as crony capitalism run amok; its supporters, as a vital part of America's economy. On Monday, a bipartisan group of House members will try to bring the Ex-Im Bank back to life.