Need help switching appliances from gas to electric? A 'coach' can help
Government incentives for climate-friendly upgrades are confusing to navigate, and it can be hard to find businesses that sell them. So a new industry is emerging to help: the decarbonization coach.
Kellyanne Conway Attempts To Clarify Trump Children's Role In Transition
In an interview with NPR, senior adviser Kellyanne Conway attempted to clarify the role of President-elect Donald Trump's children in the transition process.
President-Elect Trump Continues Interviews For High-Level Posts
President-elect Donald Trump continues to interview candidates for high-level administration posts. Meanwhile, he's also starting to outline policy areas to focus on after Inauguration Day.
Baltic States Face Uncertain Security Situation Under Trump Administration
The tiny Baltic state of Estonia relies on the U.S. and NATO to protect it from its giant neighbor Russia. But the country might not be able to count on that security under a Trump administration.
Questions About Trump Dominate Obama's Final Foreign Trip
President Barack Obama spent the majority of his last international speech answering questions from world leaders about Donald Trump's surprise victory and what it means for foreign policy.
For Many Dakota Access Pipeline Protesters, The Fight Is Personal
The Dakota Access Pipeline protests attract people from all over the world. They all oppose the construction of the oil pipeline, and they come for many personal reasons, too.
Several Cities Convert To LED Street Lights In Conservation Efforts
Many cities are converting to LED street lights. The move can help restore darker skies and make stars visible again, and they also save energy and money. But some LEDs emit light that disrupts sleep.
Iowa Insurance Commissioner Outlines Potential Effects Of Repealing Obamacare
NPR's Audie Cornish talks to Republican Iowa Insurance Commissioner Nick Gerhart on what a GOP push to repeal the Affordable Care Act could mean for the insurance market and the U.S. economy.
Democrats In Kentucky Work To Rebuild Voter Base After Losing Statehouse
On Election Day, Democrats lost their last statehouse in the South when the GOP won a sweeping victory in Kentucky. Democrats now have to figure out how to appeal to rural voters.
Young Barbers In Brazil Are Cutting Away From Traditional Barbershops
A prize-winning documentary in Brazil is highlighting a new trend in barbershops, where fresh hairstyles are mixing with changing ideas about gender and race.