In 'Overcompensating,' Benito Skinner turns old wounds into comedy
NPR's Ari Shapiro speaks with Benito Skinner about his new show, Overcompensating, out on Amazon Prime on May 15.
Former U.S. Ambassador To Israel Weighs In On Embassy Move To Jerusalem
President Trump makes a significant move Monday, by shifting the U.S. embassy in Israel from Tel Aviv to Jerusalem. NPR's Ari Shapiro speaks with Daniel Shapiro, former U.S. ambassador to Israel about the situation.
White House Reacts To The Killing Of Dozens Of Palestinian Protesters
In the bloodiest day there in years, Gaza officials say Israeli troops killed more than 50 Palestinians during protests along the border with Israel. Israel says it was defending its border from incursions but Palestinians say the dead include several teenagers and that more than 1,200 people were shot.
Why The ZTE Case Is Causing Some In China To Think About Economic Relations With U.S.
President Trump has pledged to help rescue one of China's top telecommunication firms, which the U.S. Commerce Department has penalized for violating U.S. sanctions on North Korea and Iran. The penalties have convinced many Chinese that they can no longer rely on the U.S., and must manufacture their own hi-tech products.
White House Adviser Jared Kushner Pushes Prison Reform Bill Forward
White House adviser Jared Kushner is pushing a bill that would make programming available to federal prisoners and ease a path for some to win early release. Though some advocates say it's not enough.
First Lady Melania Trump Underwent Medical Procedure To Treat Kidney Condition
First Lady Melania Trump underwent an operation Monday at a military hospital just outside of Washington, D.C. Her office said it was to treat a benign kidney condition.
How The Business Of Buying Canceled TV Show Works
When Fox announced the cancellation Brooklyn Nine-Nine, fans rioted online, but were met with good news when NBC picked it up. NPR's Ari Shapiro, speaks with Indie Wire's Michael Schneider about the business of buying canceled TV shows.
Casino Owner Discusses Supreme Court Ruling On Sports Betting
The Supreme Court has given the green light on sports betting, but will that really change the industry? NPR's Mary Louise Kelly speaks with Ed Sutor, CEO and President of Dover Downs Casino and Hotel in Dover, Delaware about the decision.
U.S. Ambassador To Israel Defends Response To Gaza Protests
As the new U.S. embassy in Jerusalem opens, David Friedman, the U.S. Ambassador to Israel, is defending Israel's response to Palestinian protesters.