Hormones for menopause are safe, study finds. Here's what changed
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.
Trump Administration's Stance In Cake Refusal Case Is The Latest Letdown For LGBT Advocates
The Justice Department has sided with a baker who refused to make a cake for a same-sex wedding. For the LGBT community, it's the latest disappointment from the Trump administration.
Hurricane Irma Evacuations Force Difficult Decisions
People in Florida have been preparing for Hurricane Irma. Some have evacuated, while others are taking shelter. And some are even trying to go on with their vacations.
One-Third Of Florida Residents Told To Evacuate Before Hurricane Irma Makes Landfall
Florida is bracing for the full impact of Hurricane Irma. The eye of the storm isn't expected to come ashore along the Florida Keys until early Sunday, but rain bands are already pummeling the area.
'OMG' Turns 100
"OMG" might be used by younger people, but the story behind the abbreviation has a long, rich history. NPR's Michel Martin speaks with linguist Ben Zimmer about the abbreviation turning 100 years old.
At U.S. Open Semifinals, 3 Players Break Barriers For African-Americans In Tennis
This year's U.S. Open tennis tournament saw four Americans in the semifinals. What's more, three of them are African-American. Katrina Adams, president of the U.S. Tennis Association, talks with NPR's Michel Martin about the progress made in tennis.
Western Wildfires Continue As Eagle Creek Fire Prompts Finger-Pointing
Wildfires are still raging in multiple states across America's western region. Fire historian Steve Pyne of Northern Arizona University says it's time to rethink land use, development and forest management in light of the increasing numbers of fires we are seeing each year.
Lack Of Coverage As The Carribean Reckons With Aftermath Of Hurricane Irma
Several of the Caribbean islands were badly hit by Hurricane Irma. NPR's Michel Martin chats with Anika Kentish, a journalist and resident of the island Antigua, about how the island is dealing with the aftermath.
Barbershop: DACA Decision Fallout And More
Law professor Paul Butler, political commentator Gayle Trotter and sports editor Dave Zirin weigh in on President Trump's DACA decision, NFL player Michael Bennett's allegations of mistreatment by the Las Vegas police and this summer's paltry box office earnings.
