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.
Cassini Spacecraft Set To Complete 13-Year Saturn Mission
The Cassini spacecraft will plunge into Saturn's atmosphere Friday, incinerating itself in the process. Planet scientist Jonathan Lunine talks about what the mission accomplished and its grand finale.
Syrian Regime Races Against U.S.-Backed Rebel Forces To Take ISIS Enclave
The Syrian government and U.S.-backed rebel forces are locked in a race to be the first to push ISIS out of one of the last areas in Syria. But the winners could still face more fighting.
Trump Administration Continues Sanctions Relief For Iran Under Nuclear Deal
The Trump administration renews sanctions relief for Iran that's part of the deal to restrict the country's nuclear program. But it imposed some new sanctions and looks to add more pressure.
Conservatives Express Outrage Over Trump's Reported DACA Deal With Democrats
There is anger among conservatives over reports of a deal between the president and Democratic leaders that would allow DACA recipients — brought into the U.S. illegally as children — to stay in the county and avoid deportation. Critics call it amnesty, and they are especially upset that the agreement that would also enhance border security, does not include building the border wall.
Deal Or No Deal? Confusion Swirls Over Trump's Supposed DACA Deal With Democrats
President Trump and Democratic leaders in Congress say they have reached an agreement to make DACA protections permanent, along with border security. The details of the plan are still to be negotiated, but Republicans are caught off guard.
Florida Authorities Continue Probe Into Nursing Home Where Patients Died
NPR's Ailsa Chang speaks with Sheri Fink, a health correspondent for The New York Times, about the latest in the investigation of the Florida nursing home where patients died due to loss of air conditioning after Hurricane Irma.
'It Was Terribly Hot Like Hell': Daughter Of Patient On Florida Nursing Home That Lost Power
NPR's Ari Shapiro talks to Eli Pina, whose mother lived at the Hollywood Hills rehab facility in Florida that lost power in the aftermath of Hurricane Irma. Her mother was evacuated to a nearby hospital on Wednesday.
Chinese Construction Company Inks Deal To Build Trump Golf Course In Dubai
A Chinese state-owned construction company has been awarded a contract to work on the Trump golf course in Dubai. The contract was confirmed despite assurances from President Trump that he would not engage in foreign deals while he is in the White House.
St. Thomas Residents Begin To Rebuild After Irma Destroyed The Island
Hurricane Irma destroyed much of the U.S. Virgin Island of St. Thomas. Those who remain on the island are trying to figure out how to clean up and rebuild their homes and their livelihoods.
'Call Me By Your Name' Stands Out Among Dozens At Toronto Film Festival
The Toronto International Film Festival wraps up this week and NPR's critics have seen dozens of movies. They provide a sneak peek at films getting early buzz for Oscars, some hidden gems and others to avoid.
Trump Visits Southwestern Florida Amid Hurricane Irma Recovery Efforts
As President Trump visits hard-hit southwestern Florida, initial assessments of the federal government's response to the disaster are positive.