The DOJ is investigating Washington state over a new child abuse law
Washington passed a law becoming one of just a few states that not only requires clergy to report child abuse -- but make no exemption in religious settings where clergy are bound to confidentiality.
Thousands Of Irish Expats Return Home To Vote In Abortion Referendum
The people of Ireland vote Friday in a referendum that could change the country's strict abortion laws. The issue has sharply divided the nation, with thousands of Irish expats flying home to vote.
Democratic Rep. Eliot Engel Reacts To Cancellation Of Planned North Korea Summit
NPR's Audie Cornish speaks with Rep. Eliot Engel, D-N.Y., the top democrat on the House Foreign Affairs Committee, about President Trump cancelling the summit with North Korea.
Trump Administration Considers Steep Tariffs Against Foreign Automakers
The president has suggested this will be good for U.S. autoworkers, but economists and industry executives warn the move could spark a destructive trade war that would hurt all countries involved.
Hawaii Officials Send Different Messages For Residents And Tourists About Active Volcano
Hawaii officials continue to warn the public about dangers from the active volcano on the Big Island, including the lava flowing toward a power plant. In the meantime, they are trying to reassure possible visitors that the tourism opportunities have not been affected.
Restaurateur Mildred 'Mama Dip' Council Dies At 89
Restaurateur and cookbook author Mildred "Mama Dip" Council has died in Chapel Hill at the age of 89. For more than four decades, people have made pilgrimages to her restaurant, Mama Dip's Kitchen, to taste good, simple food and sometimes find surprises on the menu.
Why Plans For The North Korea-U.S. Summit Fell Apart
President Trump canceled the scheduled June 12 meeting with North Korean leader Kim Jong Un. Secretary of State Mike Pompeo said there had been little response from North Korea in the past few days regarding planning for summit.
New EU Data Protection Law Could Affect People Who Take Pictures With Their Phones
The European Union's new data protection law is intended to strengthen privacy rights and stop abuses by social media giants. But the law also forbids people from posting anyone's picture online without their permission — and that includes tourist vacation photos.
Catholic Church Remains Quiet During Ireland's Fierce Abortion Debate
Voters in Ireland will go to the polls Friday for a referendum that could change the country's strict laws against abortion. Even though the Catholic Church is strongly opposed to changing the law, it has been strangely muted during the fierce national debate.
Movie Mogul Harvey Weinstein Expected To Turn Himself In
NPR's Audie Cornish speaks with New York Times reporter Benjamin Mueller about the reports that disgraced movie mogul Harvey Weinstein is expected to turn himself over to face charges Friday.