As Optimism Fades, Russian Air Campaign Fails To Make Impact In Syria
The Russian air campaign in Syrian gave initial optimism to the Syrian regime but has done little to change the map of the war.
Politics & Government
No Cost Of Living Increase For Social Security Recipients In 2016
The move will affect some 65 million Americans. It's only the third time that's happened since 1975, when automatic inflation adjustments began.
Republicans Hand Hillary Clinton Another Gift On Benghazi
Another House Republican says the Benghazi investigation is politically motivated. While it may not cost him his job, as it did Kevin McCarthy, it's a boost for Democrats' arguments.
U.S. Decision To Delay Troop Withdrawal Puts Some Afghans At Ease
President Obama announced his decision to keep U.S. troops in Afghanistan for longer on Thursday. NPR visited the capital, Kabul, to gauge the Afghan public's response.
Israel Steps Up Security Amid Increasing Violence In Jerusalem
Israel is increasing security measures amid ongoing violence, bringing objections from human rights activists and Palestinians.
Looming Tax On High-End Health Plans Draws Heavy Fire
The next fight about the Affordable Care Act unites business leaders, politicians and many unions against leading economists. Will the 2018 tax reduce health costs or just shift the costs to patients?
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Voting Machines Are Aging, But Don't Expect Congress To Pay To Replace Them
Machines purchased after the 2000 presidential election are nearing the end of their useful lives. It could cost $1 billion to replace them, but Congress has shown no signs of footing the bill.
Julián Castro Endorses Hillary Clinton
Castro is the second Obama cabinet member to endorse Clinton — even as Vice President Joe Biden is still considering getting in the race.
Journalist Describes How The Freedom Caucus Hijacked Congress
Rolling Stone's Tim Dickinson says that the ongoing search to replace Rep. John Boehner as speaker of the House reveals the influence that 40 conservative Republicans hold in the House.
Joe Biden's Window May Have Just Closed
After strong debate performances by Clinton and Sanders, it's harder to see where the vice president would fit into the field. And that may be a welcome relief for a still-grieving Biden.