Why Venezuela's opposition has urged voters to boycott upcoming regional elections
Venezuela's opposition has urged voters to boycott up and coming regional elections - but this tactic has deeply divided the party - including one of Venezuela's most storied political families.
Russian Magazine Says 'Trolls' Used Social Media To Disrupt U.S. Election
A Russian business magazine says it has uncovered details of "trolls" based in St. Petersburg used social media to try to spread discontent and disinformation during the 2016 U.S. election.
Panetta On Presidents' Difficult Task Of Reaching Out After U.S. Military Deaths
Mary Louise Kelly talks to Leon Panetta, who served as defense secretary, CIA director and White House chief of staff for two presidents, about how past administrations responded to military deaths.
Prisoners Face Uncertainty As Number Of Halfway Houses Are Cut
The Justice Department has ended contracts with several halfway houses across the country. That change means inmates will likely stay in prison longer and have a tougher transition back to society.
Case Considers Unaccompanied Minor's Right To Have An Abortion
A panel of federal judges said Friday that a 17-year-old Mexican girl in the U.S. illegally has a right to an abortion — but she's not being allowed to get the procedure yet.
Former Intelligence Official On Iran Nuclear Deal
NPR's Mary Louise Kelly speaks about the Iran nuclear deal — which President Trump has called a "bad" deal — with Norman Roule, who retired last week as Iran mission manager for the director of national intelligence.
DHS Under Pressure Over Alleged Violation Of Policies On Sensitive Locations
More than 100 members of Congress have called on the Department of Homeland Security to rein in agents who are reportedly apprehending undocumented immigrants in places such as hospitals.
Reporter Pulls Blanket Off Cozy Ties Between Mattress Companies And Reviewers
Shoppers go online for reviews of the products they want to buy — like mattresses. But one reporter found out that reviewers often have cozy business deals with the companies they're reviewing.
New Season Of 'The Walking Dead' Likely To Please Thrillseekers
AMC's hit, The Walking Dead, returns for its 8th season on Sunday. Some fans criticized the show for not having enough action last season. They probably won't be disappointed this season.
Investigations Continue Into U.S. Military Deaths In Niger
NPR's Ari Shapiro talks with Sen. Jack Reed of Rhode Island, the ranking Democrat on the Senate Armed Services Committee, about what happened on the ground in Niger that left 4 U.S. soldiers dead.
How The White House Plans To Tackle Its Legislative Priorities
Congress has a lot on its plate: tax overhaul, immigration, the Iran deal. NPR's Mary Louise Kelly talks to Marc Short, White House legislative affairs director, about priorities for the rest of the year.
Baltmore Is Latest City To Sing Fatberg Blues
Baltimore recently removed a massive fatberg — a toxic lump of cooking oil and household waste — from its sewers.