Why 1999 was such a big year for movies
NPR's Scott Detrow speaks with Brian Raftery, author of the book, Best. Movie. Year. Ever.: How 1999 Blew Up the Big Screen.
Father And Daughter Circumnavigate The Globe Using A Mental Compass
Hokule'a — a voyaging canoe based on ancient Polynesian craft — is travelling around the world. Its navigators have learned to traverse the open ocean relying the sun, stars, and waves.
GOP Congressman Defends House Zika Funding Package
NPR's Audie Cornish talks with Rep. Tom Cole of Oklahoma about why the House funding package is enough for now to confront the spread of the Zika virus in the U.S.
Seattle Sonics Fans Swallow Bitter Pill As Oklahoma City Thunder Thrive
NPR's Kelly McEvers talks to Paul Rogers, editor and senior writer for "Sonics Rising," an SB Nation blog, about the incredible loss and sadness Seattle Sonics fans feel now that the team is doing so well as the Oklahoma City Thunder.
Nonprofit Works To Reshape Public Perception Of Latinos In America
NPR's Audie Cornish speaks with former government official Henry Cisneros and businessman Sol Trujillo, co-founders of the nonprofit Latino Donor Collaborative, which works to reshape the public's image of Latinos.
Obama Walks Tricky Line In Visit To Hiroshima, Japan
The White House says President Obama will not apologize for the U.S. nuclear bombing of Hiroshima when he visits the Japanese city on Friday. NPR looks at the political significance of the visit and the tricky line Obama will have to walk.
Inspector General Report Criticizes Hillary Clinton's Use Of Private Server
The State Department's independent watchdog criticizes Hillary Clinton's use of a personal email account and server for official business.
Oil Refinery Strikes Spark Gas Shortages In France
Strikes are a part of life in France, and people take it in stride. But every once in a while, things get out of hand, and the escalating conflict over the government's changes to labor laws seems to fit that mould.
Louisiana Moves To Extend Hate Crime Protection For Police Officers
The state of Louisiana is close to extending hate crime protection to police officers and other emergency responders. The so-called "Blue Lives Matter" bill is a response to a growing sentiment among many in law enforcement that they are under attack.
30 Years Ago, 6 Million People Held Hands Across America
Wednesday marks the 30th anniversary of Hands Across America. In 1986, six and a half million people held hands across the nation to fight homelessness and hunger.
Donald Trump Holds Rally In California Ahead Of Final Primaries
With the Republican nomination virtually in hand, Donald Trump is on a campaign swing through states voting on June 7 — the final day of GOP primaries. He's also holding his first fundraisers.