How Trump's sweeping new travel ban may affect the many nations it targets
President Trump announces a sweeping travel ban on citizens from 12 countries, with restrictions on seven others -- evoking the "Muslim ban" Trump introduced during his first term.
Children's Book: 'Claudette's Miraculous Motown Adventure'
Claudette Robinson is known as "The First Lady of Motown." NPR's Michel Martin talks with her about her new children's book, Claudette's Miraculous Motown Adventure.
Baghdadi's Role In The Modern Jihadist Movement
Who was ISIS leader Abu Bakr al-Baghdadi — and how did his leadership facilitate the astonishing rise of the terror group?
Pope Francis Condemns Exploitation Of Amazon Forest At Synod
The Vatican has wrapped up a synod — a special gathering of bishops — for the Amazon region.
Pittsburgh Memorial Marks 1 Year Since Synagogue Shooting
Sunday marks one year since the deadly Tree of Life Synagogue shooting in Pittsburgh. Organizers across the region have been holding events to remember those who died.
House To Vote On Resolution Recognizing Armenian Genocide
NPR's Michel Martin speaks with Massachusetts Congressman Jim McGovern about a resolution that would formally acknowledge and condemn the Armenian Genocide.
Michigan Congressman John Conyers Dies At 90
NPR's Michel Martin remembers former Michigan Congressman John Conyers Jr., who died at age 90.
Mandatory Evacuations In Northern California As Wildfires Rage
Nearly all of Sonoma County in California is under mandatory evacuation as a wildfire rages. Severe winds are creating hazardous conditions in some areas.
James Foley's Mother 'Grateful' To Trump, Troops For Targeting ISIS Leader
NPR's Michel Martin speaks with Diane Foley, creator of the James W. Foley Legacy Foundation, which she named for her son, a journalist who was killed by ISIS in 2014.
ISIS Leader Killed In U.S. Raid. What's Next For The Terrorist Group?
President Trump announced that U.S. Special Forces killed ISIS leader Abu Bakr al-Baghdadi in Syria. Questions remain about the future of the terrorist group as well as US operations in the area.
Music Moment: Kanye West's 'Jesus Is King'
After much delay and anticipation, Kanye West released his ninth studio album, titled Jesus Is King. Music critic Ivie Ani discusses of few of the album's songs.
Facebook Rolls Out Its News Feature
NPR's Michel Martin speaks with Ken Doctor, a media consultant and analyst, about the "News" feature Facebook launched this week for users on its mobile app.
