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."
Dozens Of Animals Laugh Too, Study Shows
A new study in the journal Bioacoustics found that 65 different species of animals have their own form of laughter. Study co-author Sasha Winkler describes the sounds animals make during play.
Diplomat Discusses Next Steps For Israeli-Palestinian Conflict
With a cease-fire in place, what's next for the Israeli-Palestinian conflict? NPR's Michel Martin speaks with Ambassador Martin Indyk, former U.S. Special Envoy for Israeli-Palestinian negotiations.
During Cease-Fire, Gaza Left With Pain And Destruction
On the second day of the cease-fire between Israel and Hamas, Palestinians in Gaza are surveying the destruction caused by Israeli air strikes.
Media Controversies Embroil Chris Cuomo, Martin Bashir
Two well-known journalists have found themselves at the center of media ethics controversies: CNN's Chris Cuomo and former BBC correspondent Martin Bashir.
To Win Over Republicans, Biden Offers An Infrastructure Plan Trimmed To $1.7 Trillion
The White House has a new infrastructure proposal — and a smaller price tag designed to convince Republicans to support it.
What Gaza Looked Like On The 1st Day Of Cease-Fire
The first day of calm after 11 days of Israeli airstrikes left Gazans surveying the damage and reuniting with family. Gazan officials say the strikes killed at least 240 people.
Another Shortage Caused By The Pandemic: Blood Plasma
The U.S. is one of five countries that allow companies to pay blood plasma donors, supplying 2/3 of the global need for it. Collection rates fell in the pandemic, threatening the health of recipients.
National Security Council Member Talks U.S. Role In Israel And Middle East
NPR's Audie Cornish speaks with Brett McGurk from the National Security Council about the Biden administration's role in Israel and the Middle East.
Muscle Shoals Drummer Roger Hawkins Dies At 75
Roger Hawkins, drummer and cofounder of Muscle Shoals Sound Studio, has died. He played on albums for everyone from Aretha Franklin to Wilson Pickett.