Deadly storms ravage parts of Missouri and Kentucky
Deadly storms last night caused deaths in Missouri and Kentucky and damaged homes and businesses.
Who The Uyghurs Are And Why China Is Targeting Them
NPR's history podcast Throughline bring us the story of why the Uyghur people have become the target of what many are calling a genocide in China.
In The Wake Of Assad's Reelection, 3 Syrians Share Their Hopes And Fears
After Syria announced the expected victory of President Bashar Assad in an election widely condemned as fake, three Syrians talk about the country's future.
Naomi Osaka Quits French Open
NPR's Mary Louise Kelly speaks to journalist Jon Wertheim about tennis star Naomi Osaka's decision to withdraw from the French Open after facing penalties and fines for her decision to boycott media.
U.S. Economy Is Likely To Sizzle This Summer
As the pandemic retreats and summer travel starts, hotels, airlines and rental car companies are expecting a big jump in business. Travelers also may have to prepare for longer lines, higher prices.
After Years Of Drought, Australia Faces A New Natural Disaster: Multiplying Mice
Mice are plaguing Australia, from rural farms in New South Wales to cities like Sydney. NPR's Mary Louise Kelly talks with Sybilla Gross, a Bloomberg News reporter, about efforts to end the crisis.
Summer Movie Season Roars Back, From Action-Packed Blockbusters To Biopics
Film studios have lots of enticements to get people back in theaters, now that they're back in business. We look at the art house treasures and would-be blockbusters Hollywood has in store.
A Look Back, And Ahead, At COVID-19 In The U.S.
As we observe our second Memorial Day of the pandemic, NPR's Mary Louise Kelly talks with infectious diseases expert Saskia Popescu of George Mason University about what lies ahead for the U.S.
NPR Podcast Examines Divide Between Civilians And Military
The new season of the NPR podcast Rough Translation focuses on the growing divide between civilians and the military. NPR's Mary Louise Kelly talks to the podcast co-host Quil Lawrence.
Texas Democrat Explains Walkout On Voting Bill
Texas Democrats walked out of the state House of Representatives to block the passage of new restrictions on voting. NPR's Mary Louise Kelly talks to Democratic Rep. Chris Turner about the move.
Copa America Tournament Moved To Brazil From Argentina, 2 Weeks Before Kickoff
Brazil will host Copa America, one of the world's top soccer tournaments, after original host Argentina was dropped due to a surge in COVID cases. But Brazil also has been hit hard by the pandemic.