Biden is facing skepticism among Wisconsin's college student voters
Wisconsin's young voters — who have turned out in big numbers in recent elections — are key for either candidate to win the state. But Biden is facing some skepticism on the state's college campuses.
How To Survive Uncomfortable Holiday Dinner Conversations
Family dynamics and political opinions can be hard to navigate during Thanksgiving. Advice columnist Mallory Ortberg shares her tips for how to avoid, diffuse, or otherwise deal with blowups.
Former Military Commander Of Bosnian Serbs Sentenced To Life Imprisonment
Ratko Mladic was found guilty of committing genocide — in which thousands were massacred — and war crimes during a conflict in the former Yugoslavia in the 1990s.
Local Opposition To The American Presence In Okinawa Is Growing
On Sunday, a U.S. Marine stationed in Okinawa, Japan, drunkenly crashed his truck into another vehicle, killing the driver. NPR's Elise Hu talks with Anna Fifield, Tokyo Bureau Chief for The Washington Post about what the incident means for the American military presence in Okinawa.
Former U.S. Olympic Gymnastics Doctor Pleads Guilty To Sexual Abuse
A former U.S. Olympic gymnastics team doctor pleaded guilty today to child sexual abuse. Larry Nassar admitted to abusing young girls under the guise of medical treatment. It was a surreal, emotional moment – especially for survivors who say they reported the abuse years ago.
'Detroit Free Press' Editorial Board Says Rep. John Conyers 'Must Go'
Stephen Henderson is Editorial Page Editor of the Detroit Free Press. The paper published an editorial on Wednesday calling for Democratic Rep. John Conyers of Detroit, to resign over allegations of sexual misconduct and using public money to settle harassment claims. NPR's Ari Shapiro talks to Henderson about Conyers' legacy and how his constituents are reacting to calls for his resignation.
Secretary Of State Tillerson Considering Action In Response To Rohingya Attacks
Secretary of State Rex Tillerson says he believes the attacks on Rohingya Muslims in Myanmar amounts to ethnic cleansing. He's considering targeted sanctions in response.
8 Rescued, 3 Missing After U.S. Navy Aircraft Crash
A C-2 Navy supply plane with 11 people aboard crashed in the Pacific while enroute to the Ronald Reagan aircraft carrier. Eight people were recovered in good shape and three remain missing.