A Rorschach test for America? Covering the military parade and a No Kings rally on the same day
Last weekend's military parade and No Kings rallies could be seen as an example of a DIVIDED America… a moment where our differences were placed in pretty stark relief. But reporting from both places on the same day… you see something different.
Conductor On Becoming First Female To Assume Role At The Oscars
NPR's Michel Martin speaks with Irish conductor Eimear Noone about her role as the first female conductor at the 92nd Academy Awards.
The Relaunch Of XFL
NPR's Michel Martin speaks with XFL commissioner Oliver Luck about the resurgence of the professional football league.
Guantanamo Trial Will Grapple With Definition Of Torture
For nearly two decades, efforts to prosecute the men accused of helping carry out the September 11 terrorist attacks have gone nowhere. But now the process is accelerating.
The Link Between Mitt Romney's Impeachment Vote And His Faith
NPR's Michel Martin speaks with Hal Boyd, who teaches courses on the philosophy of religion at Brigham Young University, about the role faith played in Utah Sen. Mitt Romney's impeachment vote.
Biden Campaign Tries To Rebound From 'Gut Punch' — Particularly In South Carolina
Former Vice President Joe Biden had a disappointing showing in Iowa this week. Looking ahead, the state of South Carolina is supposed to be a "firewall" for his campaign. Is it holding up?
In 'Birds Of Prey,' Director Cathy Yan Gives Harley Quinn Her Own Feature
With Birds of Prey: And the Fantabulous Emancipation of One Harley Quinn, Cathy Yan is the first Asian American to direct a superhero movie. She tells NPR's Ailsa Chang about her second feature film.
NASA Calls For Reviews Of Boeing Spacecraft After Software Bugs Plague Test Flight
A NASA investigation of Boeing's newest space capsule has found numerous software bugs that the agency says should have been found in internal testing — and not an unmanned space flight.
Alexander Vindman, Key Impeachment Witness, 'Escorted' From White House
Lt. Col. Alexander Vindman, the Ukraine expert who became a star witness in President Trump's impeachment hearing, was escorted out of the White House Friday. His lawyer said Trump sought revenge.
Huawei's Chief U.S. Security Officer Downplays The Company's National Security Threat
NPR's Mary Louise Kelly speaks with Andy Purdy, the chief security officer for Huawei in the United States. The telecom company has been accused of being a Chinese spy operation.
South Dakota Lawmakers Seek To Ban Treatment For Transgender Teenagers
State lawmakers in South Dakota are moving on a bill that criminalizes gender confirmation surgery and puberty blockers for minors under 16. Other similar bills are popping up around the country.