How Trump may lean on personal ties with Gulf Arab leaders while in the Middle East
President Trump is on his way to the Mideast, where his personal ties with Gulf Arab rulers, family business deals and U.S. interests converge.
'True Blood' Star Nelsan Ellis Dies At 39
Actor Nelsan Ellis has died at age 39. He was best known for playing the flamboyant short order cook, Lafayette, in the TV series, True Blood.
House Poised To Approve National Defense Authorization Bill
The House version of the Defense Authorization Bill sets spending at an unlawful $700 billion (because of sequestration) and includes items recognizing climate change as a threat to national security — a view supported by a number of Republicans.
Tech Design Ethicist Works To Raise Awareness Of Internet Addiction
Former Google design ethicist Tristan Harris explains how tech companies make their products hard to resist. He now advocates for a Hippocratic Oath for tech designers.
Fort Drum Solider Charged With Killing Wife, NY State Trooper
An active-duty soldier stationed at Fort Drum, N.Y., was charged with shooting his wife to death and also a New York state trooper who responded at the scene. The soldier is a 10-year veteran who served two tours in Afghanistan.
Trump-Russia Probe Raises Debate Over Whether Collusion Is Criminal
NPR's Ari Shapiro speaks with Susan Hennessey about her article in Foreign Policy called "If Donald Trump is a Crook, What Kind is He?" and the debate over whether collusion is a crime.
Tennis Stars Return To The Grass Court For Wimbledon's Fortnight
Wimbledon knows how to keep tennis fans on the edge of their seats. The fourth round of the tournament was played Monday. NPR's Kelly McEvers talks to Jon Wertheim of Sports Illustrated about what's next.
Devastation Overshadows Celebration As Iraqi Forces Liberate Mosul
The Iraqi government has declared the city of Mosul liberated after nine months of heavy fighting against ISIS. High casualties and destruction have overshadowed the celebration.
International Investigators Targeted By Spyware Sold To Mexican Government
The Mexican government has been accused of using high-tech software to spy on members of an international commission investigating a mass murder in the country.
Iraqi Forces Retake City Of Mosul From ISIS Fighters
Iraqi security forces, backed by a U.S.-led coalition, have finally declared victory against ISIS in Mosul, even though there are still ISIS fighters in the city. NPR's Kelly McEvers talks with Sally Becker, founding chair of Road to Peace, about rescuing women and children from Mosul.
