No Easy Answers At Nairobi Summit On Countering Extremism
Researchers at the international meeting shared some surprising responses from militants who were surveyed about their motivations for embracing terrorism.
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Funerals And The Future Of The Confederate Flag
There were moments of wrenching sadness during this weekend's funerals for three members of the Emanuel AME Church in Charleston. But there was also a sense of determination to move forward. Meanwhile, the South Carolina state legislature will meet next month to debate the future of the Confederate flag.
In Bid For Stricter Vaccine Rules, Officials Grapple With Decades-Old Distrust
California lawmakers have decided to tighten the criteria for parents to opt out of vaccinating their children. But some parents resent officials telling them how to care for their children.
What Right Do Muralists Have To The Buildings They Paint On?
Musicians have their instruments, painters have their canvases, and muralists have ... walls. But when the building a mural is on is changing, the muralist has to choose to fight — or say goodbye.
Supreme Court Says Use Of Lethal Injection Drug Is Legal
Lawyers for Oklahoma death row inmates argued midazolam does not reliably induce a comalike sleep, violating the Constitution's ban on cruel and unusual punishment.
7 Solutions That Would Improve Graduation Rates
High school graduation rates are improving; an investigation into the numbers shows some of that is due to quick fixes. Policy experts respond with their suggestions for meaningful change.
How Well Do Hate Crime Laws Really Work?
Proponents of hate crime laws say tough punishments modify behavior and show society's intolerance of hate. But trying to measure the deterrent effect of hate crime laws is difficult.
Vaccine Against Meningitis B Gets A Boost From CDC
A federal health advisory committee now says everyone aged 16 to 23 should talk to a doctor about whether they need to get immunized against a rare but dangerous strain of meningitis.
Supreme Court Wraps Up Big Term With Death Penalty, Redistricting And More
The high court ended its term Monday with rulings on redistricting powers and a lethal injection drug. For details on the court's decisions this term, Renee Montagne talks with NPR's Nina Totenberg.
Police Capture Prison Escapee David Sweat, Ending Weeks-Long Manhunt
Police say the convicted murderer who escaped from a prison in New York earlier this month, has been shot but captured alive. Just days ago, his accomplice, Richard Matt, was fatally shot by police.