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.
Total Solar Eclipse Travels From Oregon To South Carolina
From coast to coast, a total solar eclipse crossed the United States on Monday. Fourteen states were in the path of total darkness, while a partial eclipse was visible in other parts of the country.
LGBT Community Continues To Feel Targeted In Age Of Trump
A group of LGBT people in Arizona discuss the recent stances the Trump administration has taken related to sexual orientation and gender identity as part of our Kitchen Table Conversation series.
Americans View Astronomical Show As Total Solar Eclipse Sweeps Across U.S.
The total solar eclipse swept across the country on Monday from Oregon to South Carolina. A partial eclipse was also visible in other parts of the U.S. All Things Considered checked in with some listeners who witnessed the eclipse.
Secret Service Struggles To Pay Agents Who Hit Overtime Caps Protecting Trump
The Secret Service is in the middle of a pay crunch. NPR's Robert Siegel talks to Kevin Johnson, the reporter who broke the story for USA Today, about how thousands of agents have already reached federal salary caps.
Phoenix Prepares For Possible Unrest As Trump Holds Campaign Style Rally
Phoenix is preparing for a visit Tuesday by President Trump. Police are preparing for possible clashes between immigration advocates and anti-immigrant activists.
Despite Different Styles, Dick Gregory And Jerry Lewis Inspired Generations Of Comics
Two giants of comedy died this weekend. Dick Gregory and Jerry Lewis had very different styles, but both men were hugely influential. There are many comedians who drew equal parts inspiration from both men.
Darkness Falls Across The Land As Total Solar Eclipse Passes Over U.S.
It was dark during the day on Monday as the total solar eclipse traveled across the U.S. from Oregon to South Carolina. NPR heard from some people who witnessed the astronomical show.
'Godzilla' Descends On Mexico City As Filmmakers Shoot Scenes In The Metropolis
While America was consumed by the total eclipse of the sun, residents of Mexico City witnessed a spectacle of a different order: Godzilla attacked the metropolis. Scenes from the new film were shot in the Mexican capital.
People Travel Across The Country To Get A Glimpse Of The Solar Eclipse
Americans are traveling to cities, towns and campsites across the country to get a good view of the Great American Eclipse. All Things Considered heard from a few of them as they witnessed eclipse in totality.
Spanish Police Focus On Imam Linked To Perpetrators Of Barcelona Attack
Most of the suspects from the two attacks in northeast Spain last week appear to be linked to an imam in a small quiet town in the hills behind Barcelona.
States Work To Help Marijuana Industry Reduce Power Costs
Growing marijuana takes a lot of energy, which comes into conflict with state efforts to reduce greenhouse gases. Now, some places are helping the pot industry to become more energy efficient.