Author Jason Reynolds talks about his latest book and the value of being a crier
Jason Reynolds writes young adult books that don't talk down to kids. His newest audio-only book is called Soundtrack. He talks with Rachel Martin about writing and the value of being a crier.
Activists Injured In 2017 Charlottesville Rally File Civil Lawsuit Against Organizers
Ten individuals impacted by the violence of the 2017 white nationalist rally in Charlottesville, Va., have filed a federal civil suit against two dozen organizers of the rally.
How The Fires In The Amazon Rainforest Will Impact The Global Ecosystem
NPR's Audie Cornish speaks with Dan Nepstad, president and founder of the Earth Innovation Institute, about the immediate and longer-term impact of fires in the Amazon.
Jeffrey Epstein's Accusers Get Their Day In Court After The Wealthy Financier's Death
Jeffrey Epstein's accusers got their day in court Tuesday. Despite the financier's death in prison earlier this month, the federal judge made an unusual decision to allow his alleged victims to speak.
Former Texas Congressman Beto O'Rourke Sees His Presidential Run In Clear Moral Terms
The NPR Politics Podcast and Iowa Public Radio caught up with Beto O'Rourke in Iowa. He recently re-started his presidential bid after pausing it due to the mass shooting in El Paso, his hometown.
More Companies Are Taking On The Challenge Of Capturing Carbon Dioxide
To address climate change, scientists say countries will need to capture and contain mass amounts of carbon dioxide. It's a technical and financial challenge that more companies are taking on.
Both Parties Will Need Exurban Districts If They Want To Win The House Majority
Illinois Democratic Rep. Lauren Underwood is running for re-election in a red leaning district. If Democrats want to keep control of the House they'll need to hold exurban districts like this one.
Hundreds Of Thousands Of Landmines Remain From Korean War But Serve No Purpose
Hundreds have been killed by landmines in South Korea since the Korean War. Experts say most of the remaining mines serve no military purpose, yet the U.S. and South Korea refuse to ban their use.
'Cold Case Hammarskjöld' Investigates The Mystery Of Deadly 1961 Plane Crash
Filmmaker Mads Brügger's new film, Cold Case Hammarskjöld, is a controversial investigation into the mysterious plane crash that killed U.N. General Secretary Dag Hammarskjöld over Zambia in 1961.
