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Hormones for menopause are safe, study finds. Here's what changed
by Allison Aubrey
Women under 60 can benefit from hormone therapy to treat hot flashes and other symptoms of menopause. That's according to a new study, and is a departure from what women were told in the past.
Earth's 'Bigger, Older Cousin' Maybe Doesn't Even Exist
by Nell Greenfieldboyce
In 2015, to great fanfare, NASA announced a planet discovery considered a milestone in the hunt for another Earth. But now some researchers say it's not clear that this planet actually exists.
Ambassador Joseph Yun Weighs In On Upcoming U.S.-North Korea Meeting
NPR's Audie Cornish speaks with Ambassador Joseph Yun, former special representative for North Korea policy, about the upcoming meeting between President Trump and North Korean leader Kim Jong Un and what denuclearization means to both parties.
Secretary Of State Pompeo Meets With South Korean Counterpart
by Michele Kelemen
Secretary of State Mike Pompeo and his South Korean counterpart met at the State Department on Friday. The meeting comes on the heels of Pompeo's visit to meet North Korean leader Kim Jong Un
There's No Surprise In The NBA Final Teams, But There's Still Lots Of Excitement
by Tom Goldman
The NBA is down to its final four teams in the quest for the next champion. There are no surprises, but basketball fans are giddy with excitement about the players and the coaches about to compete for a title.
What It Takes To Write A Eurovision Winning Song
by Rebecca Rosman
The often over-the-top Eurovision song contest is taking place this week and winners will be announced Saturday. Several songwriters discuss what it takes to write a Eurovision winner.
Some Israelis Say Moving The U.S. Embassy To Jerusalem Is Not What The City Needs
by Daniel Estrin
President Trump has embraced Israel's claim over Jerusalem, but Israelis have a love-hate relationship with the city. NPR visits one apartment building where a secular Israeli has moved out and a religious Israeli has moved in, as the city's religious character deepens.
Former Director Of National Intelligence Weighs In On Release Of Detained Americans
Then-Director of National Intelligence James Clapper flew to North Korea in 2014 and secured the the release of detained Americans Kenneth Bae and Matthew Miller. He tells NPR's Mary Louise Kelly what he makes of this week's release of three other detainees.
Former Ambassador James Pickering Discusses CIA Nominee Gina Haspel
More than 100 former ambassadors signed a letter Wednesday opposing Gina Haspel's nomination to be Director of the CIA. NPR's Audie Cornish talks with Thomas Pickering, a former ambassador and one of the signatories of the letter, and former under secretary of state for political affairs about why he opposes the nomination.