Drag artists are getting attacked. This safety handbook aims to help
A group of drag queens from across the country and their supporters are releasing a handbook to help performers navigate a landscape of increasing threats of harassment and violence.
Mulvaney Acknowledges Assistance To Ukraine Was Tied To Investigating Corruption
White House chief of staff Mick Mulvaney acknowledged in a press conference that assistance to Ukraine was tied to whether that country would investigate corruption.
Vietnam Bans Animated 'Abominable' Over Controversial Map Of South China Sea
Vietnam and other countries bordering the South China Sea are angry about a map shown in the new movie Abominable. The movie is a co-production of DreamWorks and a Chinese animation studio.
Death Of K-Pop Singer Leads To Discussion About Online Bullying
The death of a 25-year-old K Pop singer and actress in South Korea has led to soul searching in the country about online bullying.
Brett McGurk, Former Special Envoy For Coalition Fighting ISIS, Weighs In On Syria
NPR's Ailsa Chang speaks with Brett McGurk, former special presidential envoy for the global coalition to counter ISIL, about the current situation in Syria.
Nearly 50,000 General Motors Employees May Soon Be Headed Back To Work After Strike
A tentative agreement between the United Automobile Workers and General Motors will allow for the closure of three plants. Union leaders are deciding whether to put the agreement to a full vote.
Maryland Democratic Rep. Elijah Cummings Dies At Age 68
Maryland Democratic Rep. Elijah Cummings died Thursday at the age of 68. Cummings was a senior black voice in Congress, praised as a moral authority and beloved across the political spectrum.
The Human Toll Of Turkey's Invasion Into Northern Syria
Turkey's invasion of northern Syria has sparked a humanitarian crisis with tens of thousands of people displaced and searching for safety. Scores of others have been killed and wounded.
Facebook CEO Mark Zuckerberg Discusses Free Speech With Georgetown Students
Facebook CEO Mark Zuckerberg will address Georgetown University students about free speech. Facebook and other platforms like Twitter are under pressure to define how they are policing free speech.
Vice President Pence Visits Turkey To Try And Halt Fighting With Kurds In Syria
Vice President Pence held talks with Turkey's leader in an effort to halt the fighting with Kurds in Syria that started after President Trump withdrew U.S. forces.
Vaping Giant Juul Settles Lawsuit, Will Not Market To Teens And Children
An environmental group sued e-cigarette maker Juul and achieved a settlement that will restrict the company's marketing practices in several ways. Plus, the latest on vaping illnesses from the CDC.