Autism rates have soared. This doctor says he knows part of the reason why
NPR's Juana Summers speaks with Dr. Allen Frances, about his piece in the New York Times titled, "Autism Rates have Increased 60-Fold. I Played a Role in That."
U.S. considers sanctions for Nicaragua ahead of country's 'sham' election
Voters in Nicaragua head to the polls on Sunday to pick a new president. The country's leader, Daniel Ortega, is on the ballot for a fourth consecutive term, and many are calling the election a sham.
Testimony begins in the murder trial for the death of Ahmaud Arbery
Testimony began in the trial of three white men accused of murdering Black jogger Ahmaud Arbery. The men allegedly thought Arbery was involved in recent break-ins and chased him down in pickup trucks.
What can we expect from the pandemic this winter?
The country's top infectious disease doctor says he is looking for "a level of control" over COVID-19 such that it is less disruptive to society — and again stressed the importance of vaccination.
The new NBA basketball is throwing players off their game
Three weeks in, the NBA's shooting percentage is lower than it's been in over 15 years. It could be due to the league's new ball, as the NBA switched from Spalding to Wilson this season.
Democrats and some Republicans fear how Trump's election lies may affect democracy
Democrats and some anti-Trump Republicans are panicked about the impact of the ex-president's election lies on American democracy. They see worst-case scenarios looming — but few, if any, solutions.
Chloé Zhao on directing her 1st Marvel movie
NPR's Ailsa Chang speaks with Academy Award-winning director Chloé Zhao about her new movie, Eternals, and the way she approached making her first Marvel film.
High school homecoming is back
In many places, homecoming celebrations feel more meaningful this year. At one high school in Washington, D.C., homecoming was the largest event hosted by administrators since the pandemic started.
Remembering beloved D.C. jazz drummer Howard 'Kingfish' Franklin, lost to COVID
Howard "Kingfish" Franklin was a beloved figure in the Washington, D.C., jazz scene. He died this year from COVID-19.
Black veterans on what Colin Powell meant to them
Black veterans pay tribute to the late Colin Powell, who's funeral happened Friday at National Cathedral in Washington, D.C.
Federal watchdogs want more power to investigate wrongdoing within the government
Inspectors general are asking Congress for more job protections and the power to subpoena people for testimony in what they call an effort at greater accountability in government.
How the 40-hour work week became the norm
With the pandemic causing many workers and businesses to rethink our collective relationship with work, several companies are experimenting with a four-day work week.