U.S. and Israel are at odds with the UN over new aid program for Gaza
The U.N. Security Council meets on Gaza, as the U.S. backs a new aid group and dismisses concerns by the U.N. that aid is being "politicized."
Mediocre TV Proves To Be Good Enough For Audiences
TV has a lot of just OK shows. Examples include The CW's Nancy Drew reboot, Fox's Almost Family, ABC's Stumptown, NBC's Sunnyside. Why the mediocrity? People watch it.
Loot Boxes Are A Lucrative Game Of Chance, But Are They Gambling?
Loot boxes are mystery boxes purchased through video games, and they are a multi-billion dollar industry. But are they gambling and should they be legal?
What Role Are Inspectors General Supposed To Play In America's Democracy?
A look at the history and the role of inspectors general, including how effective they've been, how independent they are.
Turkish Assault In Northern Syria Prompts Concerns Of A New Humanitarian Crisis
Casualties are starting to mount with Turkey's incursion into Syria to remove U.S.-allied Kurds. Turkey's president says he wants to create a safe zone. Others see a humanitarian crisis in the making.
Swedish Academy To Name 2 Nobel Laureates in Literature In 2019, After Missing 2018
Because scandal — including sexual harassment and leaking of names — engulfed the Swedish Academy last year, it did not name a Nobel Laureate in Literature. This year, it will name two.
California Utility PG&E Implements Blackouts To Try And Prevent Wildfires
The California utility PG&E has begun implementing blackouts in parts of the state. The hope is to prevent wildfires caused by power company equipment during a period of hot, dry weather.
Democratic Presidential Hopeful Beto O'Rourke On Privacy And Immigration
NPR's Michel Martin speaks with Democratic presidential candidate Beto O'Rourke and Texas voters about his plans to address privacy rights and immigration issues, as part of the series Off Script.
3 Researchers Win Nobel Prize In Chemistry For Work With Lithium-Ion Batteries
Three researchers won the Nobel Prize in Chemistry this year for their work that led to the development of lithium-ion batteries. This wraps up this year's science Nobels. All the winners were men.
Trump Faces Protests In Minneapolis During His Campaign Rally
President Trump is holding a campaign rally in Minneapolis, in one of the most liberal U.S. congressional districts. The city and protesters are trying to send a message that he's not welcome there.
What Happens To Federal Whistleblowers After They Raise The Alarm
A whistleblower's existence can be a perilous one, particularly when the subject of your complaint has told his 65 million Twitter followers that you should be publicly exposed.
What Is A Kangaroo Court? Explaining Trump's Tweet
President Trump tweeted Tuesday that the U.S. House of representative Intel Committee Impeachment Inquiry was "a totally compromised kangaroo court."