VA research brought CT scans and pacemakers into the world. Now it's at risk of cuts
Researchers at the Department of Veterans Affairs warn that crucial medical research is in jeopardy unless the Trump administration reverses course on cuts.
Mexico Gets First Independent Gas Station In Over 75 Years
The first non-state-run gas station has opened in Mexico in more than 75 years, breaking the monopoly on fuel and opening the possibility that fuel prices could become more competitive.
Turmoil Inside Britain's Political Parties Following Brexit Vote
NPR's Robert Siegel talks with John Peet, political editor for The Economist, about the turmoil in Britain's Conservative and Labour parties following the Brexit vote.
Facebook Brings New Changes To Its Newsfeed
Facebook announced on Wednesday it will de-emphasize content posted by publishers in users' newsfeeds, shifting the emphasis to material posted by friends. Though publishers are accustomed to the company making tweaks to newsfeeds, this change has the potential to affect traffic for news organizations.
Chicago Residents Fight Crime One Vacant Lot At A Time
A Chicago program announced two years ago that allows homeowners in impoverished neighborhoods to buy vacant lots on their block for a dollar is off to a very slow start. Residents hoping to spruce up the lots, plant community gardens or turn them into gathering places are frustrated by slow city bureaucracy.
Obama Joins Justin Trudeau, Mexican President At Summit In Canada
President Obama joined Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau and Mexican President Enrique Peña for a summit meeting in Ottawa on Tuesday.
West Virginia Governor Requests Federal Aid After Massive Flooding
West Virginia's governor is asking the federal government for more help after massive weekend flooding killed two dozen people.
Istanbul Airport Bombing Follows String Of Attacks In Turkey
NPR's Robert Siegel talks to the Soner Cagaptay, director of the Turkish Research Program at the Washington Institute for Near East Policy, about Turkey's security policies and the lay of the land after Monday's attack.
In Pakistan, A Well-Known Musician Killed In A Targeted Attack
Amjad Sabri was gunned down on Wednesday in Karachi, Pakistan. He was famous for Qawwali tradition and came from one of South Asia's most celebrated singing families.