Iranian-Americans react to U.S. airstrike on Iran
In the U.S., reaction from Iranian-Americans to Saturday's bombings in Iran is a mix of fear and concern. We speak with people in Los Angeles, which has a large population of Iranian-Americans.
Oklahoma Among States Setting Higher Reading Expectations For 3rd-Graders
Oklahoma is one of almost 20 states that require third-graders to show reading proficiency before going to fourth grade. That means higher expectations for younger kids, like kindergartners.
Calls For Puerto Rico Gov. Rossello To Resign Over Profane Private Chats
There are growing calls for Puerto Rico's governor to resign amid a corruption scandal and after the leak of texts laced with misogyny, homophobia and jokes about the dead from Hurricane Maria.
Florida Democrat Responds To Trump's Racially Charged Tweets Against Congresswomen
President Trump tweeted that progressive congresswomen should return to their countries of origin. NPR's Michel Martin speaks with Democratic Congresswoman Debbie Mucarsel-Powell about the comments.
Broadway Shows Canceled After New York City Blackout
A number of Broadway shows were cancelled last night during a massive power outage in New York City.
Lesley Nneka Arimah Wins 2019 Caine Prize For African Writing
NPR's Michel Martin speaks with Nigerian writer Lesley Nneka Arimah, winner of the 2019 Caine Prize for African Literature, about her short story Skinned.
Mark Bowden Talks Process Of Adapting Mueller Report Into Graphic Novel
NPR's Michel Martin speaks with journalist Mark Bowden, author of Black Hawk Down, about the process of adapting the Mueller Report into a graphic novel.
In Boston, Web App Matches Budget Renters With Senior Homeowners
In Boston, a web app called "Nesterly" matches would-be renters with people who have a room to spare and could use a little help around the house.
Thomas Abt Talks New Book On Urban Violence, 'Bleeding Out'
NPR's Michel Martin talks with researcher Thomas Abt about his book Bleeding Out, which offers strategies for stopping urban violence.
White House Social Media Summit Recap
NPR's Michel Martin speaks with Katie Rogers, White House Correspondent for The New York Times, to learn more about the White House "Social Media Summit" that took place this week.