Diplomats shift into high gear to try to revive nuclear negotiations with Iran
European diplomats are working to revive nuclear negotiations with Iran to find a peaceful end to a war that President Trump has said the U.S. could join to support Israel against Iran.
MLB's History Of Homophobia
NPR's Leila Fadel talks with Ginny Searle of Baseball Prospectus about broadcaster Thom Brennaman using a homophobic slur during a Major League Baseball game and history of such slurs in the league.
Florida Education Chief On His State's Aggressive Approach To Reopen Schools
NPR's Ailsa Chang talks with Florida Education Commissioner Richard Corcoran about the push to reopen schools in his state.
2 High School Teachers Rap To Raise Student Morale
Two teachers at a high school in Albany, Ga., are raising student morale about virtual learning with a rap song that has gone viral.
What It's Like For A Delegate To Participate In A Virtual Convention
Democratic delegates were supposed to be in Milwaukee this week. Instead, they're attending the Democratic National Convention virtually. Two delegates from Michigan share their experience with NPR.
Trump Nominates Adviser To Lead The Inter-American Development Bank
President Trump wants a U.S. hard-liner on Cuba and Venezuela to head the Inter-American Development Bank, prompting pushback from critics who note the bank's always been run by a Latin American.
Despite Investors Preaching Diversity, Market Keeps Relying On Big Tech Stocks
S&P 500 index funds were supposed to protect investors, by putting their money in a broad array of different stocks — but much of the recent gains have come from a few Big Tech stocks.
What Store Stickers On Old Records Reveal About History Of Mexican American Music
Agustin Gurza of UCLA's Frontera Collection has been studying stickers affixed to old 78 rpm records. It has allowed him to uncover a history of Mexican American music in the United States.
Iowans Are Trying To Recover From Widespread Devastation From Derecho
NPR's Ailsa Chang speaks with Rep. Abby Finkenauer, D-Iowa, about the state and federal response to a derecho that hit more than a week ago and brought widespread devastation.
What Makes Kamala Harris' Candidacy Different From Past Female VP Nominees
Kamala Harris' candidacy is different from earlier female running mates — she is the first woman of color and the first chosen by a candidate who isn't trailing in the polls.
Iraq's Prime Minister To Visit White House
A new Iraqi prime minister is visiting Washington, D.C., and expected to meet with President Trump Thursday to discuss the future of U.S. troops in Iraq. It's an important visit for both countries.