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."
Peru, Venezuela Struggle As Coronavirus Cases And Deaths Rise In South America
As Latin America endures its worst moment in the pandemic, NPR's Audie Cornish talks with journalists Dan Collyns in Peru and Nicolle Yapur in Venezuela about the spread of COVID-19 in each country.
What Gayle Smith Means For U.S. Vaccine Diplomacy
Gayle Smith is a former USAID director who has worked with some of the world's largest aid organizations. Now, President Biden has put her in charge of efforts to help share COVID-19 doses.
Vaccinated Residents Start To Remove Masks As Washington State Sees 4th COVID-19 Wave
The new CDC guidance on masks is being met with different reactions in Washington, which — despite being cautious — is now dealing with a fourth wave of coronavirus.
Business Owners Have Decisions To Make After New CDC Mask Guidance
Business owners were caught by surprise when the CDC issued new guidance saying vaccinated people did not need to wear masks indoors. Now they're rethinking their own mask policies.
Israeli Officials Defend Gaza Attacks
Israeli leaders, including Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, are speaking out after attacks on Gaza intensified over the weekend.
Conservative Economist Blames High Unemployment On 'Richer' Benefits
NPR's Michel Martin speaks with economist Douglas Holtz-Eakin about why some Republican governors are opting out of receiving federal unemployment benefits for their state.
Economics Correspondent Says Few People Opt For Unemployment Over Work
NPR's Michel Martin speaks with Washington Post's economics correspondent Heather Long about what the unemployment numbers say about the state of the country's economic recovery.
Palestinian Diplomat Criticizes International Complacence Amid Ongoing Violence
What can a Palestinian solution for peace look like? NPR's Michel Martin discusses this with Palestinian diplomat Maen Rashid Areikat.
Answers To Your CDC Mask Guidance Confusion
The CDC recently lifted some of its mask guidance for fully vaccinated people. So is it safe to go out now? NPR answers your pressing questions.
Filmmakers Discuss New Documentary On 'March For Our Lives' Movement
The documentary Us Kids showcases the rise of the "March for Our Lives" movement. NPR's Michel Martin speaks with the director, Kim Snyder, and two activists, Sam Fuentes and X Gonzalez.