How Trump's sweeping new travel ban may affect the many nations it targets
President Trump announces a sweeping travel ban on citizens from 12 countries, with restrictions on seven others -- evoking the "Muslim ban" Trump introduced during his first term.
How Christian Siriano Broke The Internet With His Inclusive Design At The Oscars
Billy Porter of the TV series Pose wore a gender bending velvet tuxedo gown to the Oscars. "[Porter] just really wanted to wear something that made him feel really good," its designer Siriano said.
Governments Struggle To Find A Way To Pay Retirement Pension Bills
There's a growing fiscal crisis hitting cities, counties and states across the U.S. It's all about generous retiree health benefits that historically haven't been fully funded.
SpaceX Crew Dragon Lands Crucial Station Docking
The SpaceX capsule has docked at the International Space Station. It's the first U.S. spacecraft capable of carrying humans to be launched since NASA stopped developing its own space shuttles in 2011.
Black Psychologist Gives Take On Meadows' Defense Against Charges Trump Is 'Racist'
Psychologist Deborah Plummer, author of Some of My Friends Are..., talks to NPR's Michel Martin about the moment a GOP Congressman brought in a black woman to rebut charges the president is a racist.
Beyond The Numbers, Living Through Chicago's Gun Violence In 'American Summer'
Alex Kotlowitz talks to NPR's Michel Martin about his book American Summer: Love and Death in Chicago. It explores the effects of daily gun violence on the spirit of individuals and the community.
Stephon Clark's Mother Reacts To Sacramento DA's No Criminal Charges Decision
The Sacramento District Attorney said Saturday that the two officers who shot Stephon Clark will not be charged. NPR's Michel Martin speaks with Clark's mother, Se'Quette Clark, about the decision.
Former Foreign Minister: South Koreans See Trump-Kim Summit As A 'Missed Opportunity'
The U.S. and North Korea didn't reach a deal on denuclearization this week. NPR's Michel Martin speaks with former South Korean Foreign Minister Yoon Young-kwan about what this means for South Korea.
In 'Choir Boy,' 'Moonlight' Writer Brings Prep School Coming-Of-Age Story To Broadway
Award-winning playwright Tarell Alvin McCraney has a fresh take on the prep school experience in his new play, Choir Boy. He tells NPR's Michel Martin about making his Broadway debut.
Solange And 2 Chainz Drop New Music
Two highly-anticipated albums dropped this week: Solange's When I Get Home and 2 Chainz's Rap Or Go to the League.