Pilgrims and clergy gather in remote Alaska village to canonize first Yup'ik saint
The Orthodox Christian tradition is strong in the tiny village of Kwethluk, Alaska. It recently welcomed clergy and pilgrims from around the world to canonize a local midwife and healer as a saint.
Kansas Sen. Jerry Moran Faces Pressure Over Health Care At Town Hall Event
Kansas Sen. Jerry Moran is one of the few Republicans holding town hall events this week while Congress is in recess. He is facing pressure over the Senate health care bill.
Wisconsin Primary Care Doctor Describes Challenges Of Prescribing Opioids
A new report from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention says opioid prescriptions are down, but still way too high. While doctors are prescribing lower doses, they are still doing so for longer than CDC guidelines say are safe. NPR's Robert Siegel talks to Dr. Alan Schwartzstein, who has worked as a family doctor for 28 years in rural Wisconsin, about the issues surrounding prescribing pain medication.
Dr. Seuss Museum Provides Glimpse Into Life Of Beloved Author
The children of beloved author Dr. Seuss have emptied their own homes to fill a new museum dedicated to him in his hometown. It provides a glimpse into how he created his characters and how he lived.
State Lawmakers Break Political Norms By Ignoring Will Of The Voters
Political norms aren't just broken in the nation's capital these days. Lawmakers in several states are actively trying to reverse the will of their state's voters.
U.S. Hospitals Struggle To Protect Mothers When Childbirth Turns Deadly
A joint NPR and ProPublica investigation finds the U.S. medical system can be unprepared when the complications of childbirth turn deadly.
President Trump Visits Poland Ahead Of G-20 Summit
NPR's Robert Siegel speaks with Justyna Pawlak, Reuters bureau chief for Central Europe, about President Trump's visit to Poland.
Arab Countries Meet In Cairo To Discuss Sanctions Against Qatar
NPR's Robert Siegel talks to Georgetown University professor Mehran Kamrava about the status of talks regarding Qatar in Cairo on Wednesday. Four Arab countries that imposed a boycott against the state of Qatar are meeting to discuss sanctions against the country.
I Want To Be 'Popular': Psychologist Examines Our Lingering Teenage Selves
NPR's Kelly McEvers talks with psychologist Mitch Prinstein about his new book, Popular, and how our teenage selves often stick with us long into adulthood.
U.S. Laptop Ban Lifted On Emirates And Turkish Airlines
After the Trump administration banned laptops on flights to the U.S. from 10 airports in the Middle East, it says two of those airports met new security standards. It means carriers using those airports will be able to allow their passengers to bring laptops on board.
Many GOP Senators Stay Out Of Public View On July 4th
U.S. senators usually take advantage of holiday breaks to return home and connect with constituents. But this July 4th, many Republican senators stayed out of the public eye. NPR's Kelly McEvers talks with Michael Tackett, a political editor for The New York Times.
Former U.S. Defense Secretary Considers Diplomatic Options In North Korea
NPR's Robert Siegel speaks with former Secretary of Defense William Perry about the diplomatic options available to the Trump administration to deal with North Korea.