Sea lions return home after toxic algae exposure
After the longest toxic algal bloom on record off the southern California coast, marine mammal researchers are investigating how sea lions were affected, and releasing the last few back into the wild.
Kobe Bryant Memorial Held In Los Angeles
On Monday, mourners gathered at the Staples Center in Los Angeles to remember and celebrate the life of former NBA player Kobe Bryant.
How Some Are Trying To Teach Senior Citizens To Spot Fake News
Middle and high schools have been adding curricula about how to spot fake news. Older adults also struggle to sort disinformation online — but there are fewer resources tackling the problem.
Public Health Expert Shares Suggestions On How To Manage A Pandemic
NPR's Mary Louise Kelly speaks with Michael Osterholm, director of the Center for Infectious Disease Research and Policy at the University of Minnesota, about how to plan for a coronavirus pandemic.
China Has Built Over 20 Mass Quarantine Centers For Coronavirus Patients In Wuhan
For non-critical coronavirus patients, China has built mass quarantine centers. But critics say these may not be a good idea, as they may put healthy and infected people in the same place.
Reduction Of Violence In Afghanistan Bolsters Hope For Further Peace Agreement
On Friday, the Taliban agreed to scale back attacks for seven days. If the deal holds, the U.S. and the Taliban will sign an agreement Saturday to begin the process of withdrawal of U.S. troops.
Immigrants React As Public Charge Rule Goes Into Effect
Immigrants are learning what the Trump administration's public charge rule means for them. The rule, which takes effect today, makes it harder to get green cards if applicants use public benefits.
Michael Bloomberg's Advertising Spend Helps Keep Him In Public Eye After Debate
Michael Bloomberg's first debate performance didn't go well, but he continues to pour millions into television ads in Super Tuesday states — an advantage other Democrats are not taking lightly.
President Trump Addresses Over 100,000 In India Ahead Of Formal Talks
President Trump spoke to over 100,000 cheering Indians at a rally in Ahmedabad, India. He then traveled to the Taj Mahal before overnighting in the capital New Delhi.
Rosanna Arquette Responds To Partial Guilty Verdict In Harvey Weinstein Case
NPR's Mary Louise Kelly speaks with actress Rosanna Arquette, who has accused Harvey Weinstein of sexual misconduct, about the verdict rendered in the former movie executive's New York criminal trial.
After Nevada Caucuses, Bernie Sanders Emerges As Democratic Front-Runner
With a decisive and sweeping victory in the Nevada caucuses, Bernie Sanders is now the front-runner for the Democratic nomination. The other candidates are now vying to be the Sanders alternative.