Weapons and war: Parallels between Iran and Iraq
NPR's Ari Shapiro speaks with journalist Steve Coll about the parallels between Iraq and Iran when it comes to discussions of a potential war due to an adversarial country's weapons program.
Obesity Medicine Specialist Discusses New WW App For Kids
NPR's Ailsa Chang speaks with Dr. Fatima Cody Stanford, who specializes in obesity medicine, about a new app from WW — formerly Weight Watchers — that targets children.
New Research Casts Doubt On Connection Between Smartphone Use And Teen Mental Health
New research casts doubt on the connection between smartphone use and teens' mental health. Some argue it is a case of correlation, not causation, and that the threat is overblown.
50 Years Later, Virginia Recalls The Devastation Caused By Hurricane Camille
Fifth years ago, Hurricane Camille slammed into the eastern United States, killing hundreds of people and leaving behind a wake of devastation.
Afghanistan Ambassador To U.S. Discusses U.S. Security Talks With The Taliban
NPR's Mary Louise Kelly speaks with Roya Rahmani, Afghanistan's ambassador to the U.S., about the latest attack in her country and U.S. security talks with the Taliban.
Business Roundtable Issues Statement On The Need To Help Deal With Income Inequality
A group of 181 CEOs have issued a statement proclaiming the need to help deal with income inequality and working conditions. NPR's Mary Louise Kelly talks with New York Times reporter David Gelles.
People On Both Sides Of Immigration Debate Meet At The Border To Have A Conversation
The surge of migrants crossing the Southern border has abated somewhat. But tens of thousands continue to come every month — more than 80,000 in July. The debate still rages over what to do about it.
NYPD Officer Involved In The Chokehold Death Of Eric Garner Fired By The Department
The officer involved in the 2014 chokehold death of Eric Garner has been fired by the New York City Police Department.
How Much Influence Can The U.S. Exert On What's Happening In Hong Kong?
NPR's Ailsa Chang talks with Kurt Tong, former consul general to Hong Kong and Macau, about the influence the U.S. can exert on the situation in Hong Kong.
From London To Sydney, Protesters Stood In Solidarity With Hong Kong This Weekend
From London to Sydney, Hong Kongers faced off against patriotic Chinese highlighting a clash in values and perceptions of the months-long protests that have rocked Hong Kong.
D.C. Council Member On Why He Opposes Proposed Facility For Migrant Families
NPR's Michel Martin speaks with Washington, D.C., Council member Brandon Todd about the federal government's plan to build shelters for unaccompanied migrant children in the District.