Who is Cassie? The stalled music career of the Sean Combs trial's star witness
The mogul's former protégé and girlfriend emerged as a promising pop artist in 2006. On the stand this week, she said her relationship with Combs and his label quickly became more about control.
Puerto Rico Residents Skeptical Of Hurricane Preparedness As Season Set To Start
With the start of the Atlantic hurricane less than a month away, Officials in Puerto Rico say they're prepared. But many island residents have their doubts as June 1 looms closer.
MSU Settlement In Nassar Case 'A Great Victory,' Abused Gymnast Says
Michigan State University, which failed to adequately monitor USA Gymnastics team doctor Larry Nassar, on Wednesday settled a lawsuit by 300 gymnasts, including Jeanette Antolin, for $500 million.
Trump Administration Moves Forward With Historic Summit Despite Doubt From North Korea
The Trump administration is trying to keep plans on track for an historic summit between the U.S. and North Korea, after North Koreans complained about rhetoric from Trump's National Security Advisor John Bolton.
So Which Is It, Yanny Or Laurel?
An audio file has divided the internet as people debate whether the voice says "Yanny" or "Laurel." Lee Miller, an associate professor in neurobiology, physiology and behavior at the University of California, Davis, explains why some people hear different words.
North Carolina Teachers Rally At State Capitol For Better Pay And Working Conditions
Thousands of educators rallied at the North Carolina state capitol Wednesday. They're protesting for better pay and working conditions.
Virginia Sen. Mark Warner Weighs In On Why He Supports CIA Nominee Gina Haspel
The Senate Intelligence Committee has voted to move forward Gina Haspel's nomination to lead the CIA. NPR's Audie Cornish talks with Sen. Mark Warner, D-Va., about why Haspel got his vote.
Michigan State University Reaches $500 Million Settlement With Victims Of Larry Nassar
Michigan State University has agreed to pay a $500 million settlement to 332 sexual abuse victims of the university's former sports doctor Larry Nassar.
Israel's Deputy Minister For Public Diplomacy Discusses Response To Gaza Protests
The relocation of the U.S. Embassy in Israel from Tel Aviv to Jerusalem earlier this week was followed by large protests in Gaza and the West Bank. NPR's Ari Shapiro speaks with Israeli Deputy Minister for Public Diplomacy Michael Oren about the Israeli response, which led to dozens of Palestinian deaths.
Anxiety Grows Among DREAMers As Moderate Republicans Try To Force A Vote
NPR's Ari Shapiro talks to immigration attorney David Leopold about growing anxiety among recipients of the Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals program about renewing their protection status under the government.