Unpacking the $10 billion sale of the LA Lakers
The Los Angeles Lakers announced that the team will be sold for $10 billion. Author and historian Jeff Pearlman explains what this means for the franchise and the sport of basketball.
Trump To Address The RNC On Final Night
President Trump is scheduled to address the final night of the Republican National Convention from the South Lawn of the White House in what could be a pivotal speech ahead of the November election.
A 17-Year-Old Is Arrested After Kenosha, Wis., Shootings
A 17-year-old has been arrested after Tuesday's fatal shootings at a protest sparked by the police shooting of Jacob Blake in Kenosha, Wis. Two people were killed, and a third person was injured.
NBA Postpones 3 Playoff Games As Milwaukee Bucks Protest Wisconsin Police Shooting
The Milwaukee Bucks boycotted Wednesday's playoff game against the Orlando Magic. Players are protesting the police shooting of Jacob Blake in Kenosha, Wis.
How Trump's Rhetoric On Crime Has Evolved Over Time
President Trump has used his "law and order" message — a theme central to his political rise — at the Republican National Convention, seeking to present himself as a protector of the suburbs.
Why Many People Are Drawn To Conspiracy Theories
NPR's Audie Cornish talks with Eugenia Cheng, a British mathematician and a concert pianist, about why people are drawn to conspiracy theories and why it is hard for them to change their minds.
Attorney On Jacob Blake's Condition And Protests In Kenosha, Wis.
NPR's Audie Cornish talks with B'Ivory LaMarr, an attorney for Jacob Blake's family, about the man's condition after being shot by Kenosha, Wis., police and protests that the shooting sparked.
Researchers Develop A Trap To Control Population Of Invasive Lionfish
Invasive lionfish, native to the Indian Ocean, have had a big impact on reef ecosystems in the Caribbean and Gulf of Mexico. A new inexpensive trap may help control these voracious predators.
Is Messi Leaving Barcelona?
NPR's Ailsa Chang speaks with Pablo Maurer of The Athletic about the possibility of soccer star Lionel Messi leaving his longtime club Barcelona.
Epic Games Vs. Apple: What Will Happen To 'Fortnite' Update
Epic Games' battle against Apple's App Store fees could hit home for millions of Fortnite fans on Thursday. That's when Epic is set to release a big update to the popular video game.
Intelligence Community Says Foreign Countries Not Trying To Make Counterfeit Ballots
U.S. intelligence authorities say they see no signs of foreign countries seeking to make counterfeit ballots, a conspiracy theory spread by President Trump. But they do see threats to the election.
10 Countries Participate In Biennial Naval Exercises Off Hawaii
The United States and nine other countries are participating in naval exercises off Hawaii. China used to partake in this biennial exercise, but its relations with the U.S. are tense now.