Amid extreme heat, some power grids may struggle to keep up with rising energy demand
As extreme heat grips much of the country, some power grids may struggle to keep up with rising energy demand. But that is not the only challenge grid operators face in this heatwave.
How Trump's Inauguration Speech Compares To His First Year In Office
Donald Trump's inauguration speech may be remembered for his description of "American carnage." But one year later, we look at how good of a roadmap it was for his first year as president.
Trump Voters In Pennsylvania Say They Are Pleased With Presidency So Far
Voters in rural Pennsylvania were crucial to electing President Trump. A year after he took office, they are mostly pleased with how Trump has executed his presidency.
Google's Art Selfie App Offers A Lesson In Biometric Privacy Laws In U.S.
Google's popular art selfie feature isn't available in Illinois or Texas. NPR's Mary Louise Kelly talks with Matthew Kluger, a law professor at NorthwesternUniversity, about how biometric privacy laws are affecting tech companies in certain states.
What's Really The Biggest Threat To The Coal Industry
President Trump has talked about a war on coal. He also talks about job killing regulations on coal. He's right that the coal industry is in decline, but the biggest threat isn't regulation, it's the free market.
Roger Severino Discusses The HHS Division Of Conscience And Religious Freedom
NPR's Kelly McEvers speaks with Roger Severino about the new Department of Health and Human Services Division of Conscience and Religious Freedom, which is intended to protect people from discrimination if they refuse to participate in health services, against their beliefs.
Trump Says His Commitment To Border Wall Is Rock Solid
President Trump's proposed border wall has long been a rallying cry for his supporters. Aides say Trump's views on the wall have evolved over time, but the president insists his plan is still rock solid.
Sen. Tim Kaine On Why He Opposes Stopgap Funding Mechanism For Government
As the possibility of a government shutdown looms, NPR's Kelly McEvers talks to Sen. Tim Kaine, D-Va., who says he opposes the stopgap funding mechanism that would keep the government open. Instead, he proposes that Congress stays in town until it can pass a long-term deal.
In Their Words, Adults With Intellectual Disabilities Tell Their Sexual Assault Stories
NPR obtained data from the United States Department of Justice that shows adults with intellectual disabilities suffer from an epidemic of sexual assault. Many keep their sexual assaults a secret, and it can isolate them, telling NPR they worry it proves they are not competent to live and work independently.
Moscow Sees Only 6 Minutes Of Sunlight During All Of December
Moscow experienced the darkest month in its recorded history in December. There was a total of six minutes of sunlight. NPR's Mary Louise Kelly speaks with reporter Charles Maynes, who lived through this dark month.
