The Supreme Court hands DOGE a victory in accessing Social Security information
The Supreme Court has handed DOGE at least a temporary victory. The team can keep accessing information collected by the Social Security Administration, including medical and mental health records.
Democratic Senator Urges Trump To 'Do More Than Talk' On Opioid Crisis
Sen. Maggie Hassan of New Hampshire addressed the opioid problem in her state for several years as governor. NPR's Kelly McEvers talks with Hassan about President Trump's opioid plans.
Hulu's 'Harlots' Follows Prostitutes In 18th Century London
Set in 18th century London, Hulu's new drama, Harlots, is about a group of women who work and live in brothels. The show is told from the point of view of the women and has an almost entirely female production team.
Stanford Professor Loses Political Battle To Simplify Tax Filing Process
A tax law professor tries to change the way we pay our taxes, so it is easy and painless. His system has been tested and it works. But when he tried to convince California to adopt it, he had to square off with well-funded lobbyists and political power brokers.
New Owners Work To Preserve Legacy Of Nina Simone's Home
The North Carolina home of singer, pianist and civil rights activist Nina Simone has sold. Now the new owners are trying to figure out how to honor her past.
Senate Intel Committee Previews Probe Into Russia's Election Meddling
The chairman and vice chairman of the Senate Intelligence Committee briefed reporters on Wednesday about their investigation into President Trump's potential connections to Russia's election meddling.
Congress Votes To Roll Back FCC's Internet Privacy Protections
The House voted on Tuesday to approve a measure already passed by the Senate, which disapproves of an FCC rule that would have required Internet providers to ask permission before selling consumers' personal data. President Trump is expected to sign the bill.
Who Is Devin Nunes? The Congressman Embroiled In Intel Committee's Russia Probe
NPR's Kelly McEvers talks to POLITICO senior writer Carla Marinucci about the rise of U.S. Rep. Devin Nunes and his dealing with the House Intelligence Committee's probe into Russia's alleged interference in the 2016 presidential election.
Library Of Congress Preserves First Broadcast Of 'All Things Considered'
The first broadcast of All Things Considered is being honored and preserved by the Library of Congress. NPR shares some excerpts from the May 3, 1971 program.
British Ambassador Outlines How Brexit Negotiations Will Likely Unfold
NPR's Ari Shapiro talks with Kim Darroch, British ambassador to the U.S., on what the United Kingdom's move to leave the European Union means for the country.
British Prime Minister Triggers U.K.'s Exit From European Union
British Prime Minister Theresa May has kicked off the two-year process to take the United Kingdom out of the European Union.
