Florida mom runs world-record mile while pushing a stroller
NPR's Scott Detrow speaks with Kaitlin Donner, who set a new world record time for running a mile with a child in a stroller.
Wisconsin Health Officials Worry About Coronavirus Surge As Cold Weather Nears
Wisconsin is facing a spike in coronavirus cases. Health officials say weddings, parties and youth sports are among contributing factors and worry about the coming cold weather driving people indoors.
American And United Airlines Announce Layoffs As Federal Payroll Support Runs Out
Tens of thousands of flight attendants, airplane mechanics and agents are awaiting critical aid from Congress. NPR discusses how the airlines could regroup and what recovery will look like for them.
Hurricane Sally Victims In Florida Seek Federal Help
Floridians affected by Hurricane Sally are frustrated that they're getting no federal help. Meanwhile, Alabama received more than $11 million in individual aid to storm victims.
How Does Poll Watching Work?
NPR's Tonya Mosley talks with Tammy Patrick, senior advisor to the elections program at the Democracy Fund, about how poll watching works and a history of voter intimidation at the polls.
People Who Don't Usually Vote Share Their Thoughts On This Year's Election
Political parties have to work even harder this year to get nonvoters registered and going to the polls. And some people in politically divided Pueblo, Colo., still feel like voting isn't for them.
Sudan Faces More U.S. Demands After Suggestion It Could Be Taken Off Terrorism List
After Sudan's longtime dictator was ousted last year, chances improved for the country to be removed from the U.S. list of state sponsors of terrorism. Last-minute hurdles, however, could delay it.
The Meaning Behind Mooncakes
The Mid-Autumn Festival began Thursday in China and around the world. People celebrate the harvest moon by eating mooncakes and lighting lanterns. NPR discusses the symbolism behind the mooncake.
NASA To Send A New Toilet To International Space Station
A new toilet is scheduled to leave for the International Space Station on Thursday. The new commode is smaller and more efficient for deep space exploration and better accommodates female astronauts.
Tension Is Rising In Iraq Over An Alleged U.S. Threat To Close Its Embassy
Iraqi leaders are decrying what they say is a threat by the U.S. to close its embassy in Baghdad. Iraqi Foreign Minister Fuad Hussein said closing the U.S. Embassy would be "disastrous."
How Facebook Is Trying To Control Election Disinformation, Part 1
NPR's Audie Cornish talks with Facebook Chief Operating Officer Sheryl Sandberg about the platform's efforts to control election disinformation.