Prosecution and defense present closing arguments in trial of Sean Combs
NPR's Anastasia Tsioulcas discusses the closing arguments in the sex trafficking and racketeering trial of hip hop mogul Sean 'Diddy' Combs.
Some of Biden's campaign donors are withholding funds, calling for his replacement
Biden has continued to reassure voters and donors that he is the best man for the top of the democratic ticket. But some of the campaign’s biggest donors are calling for his replacement.
Japanese Americans are still trying to grasp the impact of WWII on their families
NPR's Ailsa Chang talks with Emily Kwong, host of the Inheriting podcast, about the far-reaching consequences of the Japanese-American internment during WWII.
Ted Danson talks about a turning point in his life
Ted Danson spoke to Wild Card host Rachel Martin about what he sees as a turning point in his life — meeting his wife, actor Mary Steenburgen, in the wake of a public divorce.
Moving from safehouse to safehouse takes a toll on survivors of assassination plots
In 2022, a hitman was allegedly hired as part of a plot hatched in Iran to assassinate Masih Alinejad, a critic of the Iranian regime, in New York. Threats continue to turn her life upside down.
California's wildfire season is already proving to be a challenge
After a mild fire year in 2023, California's early fire season of 2024 has had a busy start. A persistent heatwave is making conditions more challenging for wildland firefighters.
The best Latin music entries to this year's Tiny Desk Contest
NPR Music's Felix Contreras wraps up the best Latin music entries in this year's Tiny Desk Contest.
Fed Chair tells Congress lowering interest rates poses "two-sided risks"
Federal Reserve chairman Jerome Powell testified before a Senate committee today. As inflation cools, the central bank is weighing when it's safe to start cutting interest rates.
What can the White House do to control the narrative around Biden's ability?
NPR's Mary Louise Kelly speaks with Paul Begala, former counselor to President Clinton, about the challenge the White House has in controlling the scrutiny surrounding President Biden's ability.
Maduro faces uphill election battle after leading Venezuela into crisis
About 7.7 million Venezuelans have fled to escape poverty and political turmoil -- about one-fifth of the country's population. It's now a potent issue in Venezuela's presidential election.
Federal judge resigns after investigation uncovers abusive conduct
A federal judge in Alaska resigns after investigators conclude he created a hostile environment for law clerks and had an inappropriate relationship with one of them.