Supreme Court allows quick third-country deportations, for now
The Supreme Court blocked a court order requiring 15 days notice — enough time to contact their lawyers — to individuals the Trump administration is trying to deport to countries other than their own.
Supreme Court Hears Case That Could Deny Asylum Seekers Habeas Corpus Rights
The Supreme Court heard arguments Monday on the Trump administration's policy to speed deportations of people illegally in the country, which denies these individuals the right to go before a judge.
Tiny Field In Tokyo Marathon Another Casualty Of Japan's Coronavirus Response
The Tokyo Marathon had just a tiny fraction of its usual runners this weekend. Japan is canceling events both big and small in an attempt to curb coronavirus spread ahead of the summer Olympics.
Oregon Governor Outlines Her State's Preparation For Coronavirus Impact
NPR's Ari Shapiro speaks with Oregon Gov. Kate Brown about how her state is prepping for possible communal spread of the novel coronavirus.
Coronavirus Test Kits Spread Through U.S. — And With Them, An Uptick In Cases
Test kits for the new coronavirus are now being put to use in labs across the United States. Meanwhile, health officials in Washington state have announced that six people have now died of COVID-19.
After Coronavirus Deaths Near Seattle, Growing Concern About Illness In Nursing Homes
There is growing concern about vulnerability to illness in nursing homes after several residents of a nursing facility near Seattle died of COVID-19, the novel coronavirus disease.
Days After A U.S.-Taliban Agreement, Afghan Diplomacy Is Back In Doubt
The ink has barely dried on the deal the U.S. and the Taliban signed this weekend and already questions are being asked about it. The sticking point appears to be a prisoner swap.
Hiring Freeze At TSA Raises Risk Of Long Airport Delays During Spring Break
The Transportation Security Administration quietly announced a hiring and overtime freeze through late April. Agency watchdogs and travel businesses worry it will create long lines at airports.
A Look Back At The Now-Suspended Presidential Campaign Of 'Mayor Pete'
Former South Bend, Ind. Mayor Pete Buttigieg suspended his presidential campaign Sunday night — but not before exceeding early expectations.
Demand For Wipes, Sanitizers And Bleach Spikes Amid Coronavirus Fears
Across the board, companies that make or sell cleaning and sanitizing products are seeing spikes in demand. Clorox shares hit an all-time high during the week of a major stock-market slump.
'Inside The Actors Studio' Host James Lipton Has Died
James Lipton was best known as the host of Inside the Actors Studio, an in-depth interview show with top performers on Bravo. Lipton died Monday of bladder cancer. He was 93.