Autism rates have soared. This doctor says he knows part of the reason why
NPR's Juana Summers speaks with Dr. Allen Frances, about his piece in the New York Times titled, "Autism Rates have Increased 60-Fold. I Played a Role in That."
Rep. Seth Moulton Calls For New Leadership Of The Democratic Party
Rep. Seth Moulton, Democrat of Massachusetts, has been calling for new leadership of the Democratic Party. NPR's Robert Siegel asks him why a change is necessary.
Cuban Bloggers Worry U.S. Tensions Could Create Chilling Effect
Cuba's new generation of independent bloggers who write about everything from cultural events to reggaeton artists to politics are worried their new-found free writing space will close due to increased tensions once again with the U.S.
'The Strange Death Of Europe' Warns Against Impacts Of Immigration
NPR's Robert Siegel talks to Douglas Murray about his new book, The Strange Death of Europe: Immigration, Identity, Islam. He argues that European civilization is dying as a result of immigration.
Supreme Court To Consider New Jersey's Bid To Legalize Sports Betting
New Jersey's bid to offer legalized sports betting is going to the Supreme Court. The state wants to allow legal sports betting in its casinos and racetracks, but major league sports are united in their opposition.
Senate GOP Leaders Postpone Health Care Vote Until After July 4th
Senate Republican leaders are delaying a vote on their bill to repeal and replace the Affordable Care Act, with many senators left to convince.
Kaiser CEO Grapples With Potential Impact Of Senate GOP Health Care Bill
NPR's Robert Siegel talks with Drew Altman, president and CEO of the Kaiser Family Foundation, about his reactions to the health care bill proposed by Senate Republicans and why health care in America is so expensive.
Senate Republican Leaders Delay Vote On Health Care Bill
President Trump huddled with Republican senators on Tuesday to discuss the Senate's health care bill. Republican leaders decided to delay a vote on the measure amid concern it doesn't have enough support to pass.
U.S. Suspects Syria Is Preparing To Launch Another Chemical Attack
The White House announced late Monday night that Syria is preparing to launch an attack using chemical weapons, and warned of grave consequences if it does so.
U.S. Names China Among Worst Human Trafficking Offenders
Secretary of State Rex Tillerson released the annual Trafficking in Persons Report at a time when critics warn that U.S. budget cuts will undermine efforts to end modern day slavery.
Supreme Court Ends Term, Ready To Consider Some Divisive Issues
The Supreme Court ended its term Monday with a full bench, ready to weigh into some divisive issues in the fall. NPR's Ari Shapiro talks with NPR legal affairs correspondent Nina Totenberg and SCOTUSblog publisher Tom Goldstein about the term and what's next for the court.