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."
The Pioneering Legacy Of The International Sweethearts of Rhythm
NPR's Michel Martin speaks to Cathy Hughes about the International Sweethearts of Rhythm, the all-female band of which her mother was a founding member, and their legacy.
Comedian Ziwe On Her New Showtime Variety Show
NPR's Michel Martin speaks with comedian Ziwe Fumudoh about her new variety show Ziwe which premiered on Showtime on May 9.
Russia Cracks Down On U.S. Broadcaster RFE/RL
Russia is ratcheting up the pressure on a U.S. funded media organization that had its roots in the Cold War. RFE/RL is facing huge fines and had its bank accounts in Moscow frozen.
Israel Bombards Gaza, Destroying Offices Of Al Jazeera And AP
On the sixth day of fighting between Israel and Palestinians, an Israeli air strike destroyed a Gaza high-rise that housed the offices of the Associated Press and Al Jazeera.
California Sen. Alex Padilla On Essential Worker Immigration Bill
NPR's Michel Martin speaks with U.S. Sen. Padilla (D-Calif.) about legislation he has introduced to give essential immigrant workers a path to citizenship.
Christine Todd Whitman Pushes Formation Of Alternative Republican Party
NPR's Michel Martin speaks to the former New Jersey Governor about an op-ed she co-wrote for The Washington Post announcing a new coalition of former Republicans.
What AAPI Heritage Month Means To Dr. Leana Wen
Dr. Leana Wen, a physician and former Baltimore Health Commissioner, discusses what Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month means to her.
In Juarez, Transgender Women In Limbo Await U.S. Asylum Exception
Most asylum seekers who try to enter the U.S. have been expelled during the pandemic. The Biden administration is expanding efforts to grant exceptions to vulnerable migrants, including trans people.
Judge Puts Hold On Ruling That Could Result In Millions Of Families Getting Evicted
A federal judge that threw out an eviction moratorium by the CDC has now put the ruling on holding pending appeal. The fate of many of the 7 million households behind on rent hangs in the balance.
To Many Firefighters Across The Country, A COVID-19 Vaccine Has Been A Tough Sell
Firefighters in some major cities aren't being vaccinated at the rate of other essential workers. But Los Angeles has managed to reach one of the highest rates in the U.S. due to targeted outreach.
