Remembering baseball writer Scott Miller
NPR's Scott Detrow speaks with Tyler Kepner of the New York Times about the life and legacy of baseball writer Scott Miller.
John McCain Avoids Republican Convention To Focus On Re-Election
There are many prominent Republicans who have stayed away from the Republican National Convention this week. Prominent among them is former GOP nominee, Sen. John McCain, who says he's not even watching the convention and is focused instead on winning re-election.
Rep. Tom Cole Describes Mike Pence As 'Reassuring Pick' For VP
NPR's Robert Siegel talks to Oklahoma Rep. Tom Cole, who is also the deputy majority whip for the Republican Party.
Hispanic Republicans Texas Chairman Criticizes Trump's Immigration Views
On day three of the Republican National Convention, NPR's Robert Siegel talks with undecided voter Artemio Muniz, Texas chairman of the Federation of Hispanic Republicans, who's hoping Donald Trump will change his tune on immigration.
'Make America First Again' Theme Echoes Pre-World War II U.S.
The theme of day three of the GOP Convention in Cleveland is "Make America First Again." Before World War II, the "America First Committee" focused on keeping the U.S. out of the conflict raging in Europe.
Turkish Government Declares 3 Month State Of Emergency
The Turkish government has declared a three-month state of emergency, signaling a protracted period of crackdown in the wake of last week's failed coup attempt.
'The Battle For Home' Traces Syria's History Through Architecture
NPR's Kelly McEvers speaks with Homs-based architect Marwa al-Sabouni, about her new book The Battle for Home, which traces Syria's past, present and possible future through the lens of architecture.
Henry Winkler On Garry Marshall: 'He Was An Unstoppable Creator'
NPR's Audie Cornish talks to actor Henry Winkler, who starred in Happy Days, about his memories working with writer and director Garry Marshall.
Appeals Court Demands Changes To Texas Voter ID Law
The Fifth Circuit Court of Appeals ordered changes to a Texas voter ID law on Wednesday finding a part of the law discriminates against minority voters.
Indiana Gov. Mike Pence To Make GOP Convention Debut
Republican vice presidential candidate Mike Pence will make his debut at the GOP convention on Wednesday night.
Twitter Bans 'Breitbart' Editor For Sending Offensive Tweets To Leslie Jones
In an unusual move, Twitter has decided to ban a troll. The company suspended the account of a technology editor at the conservative news site Breitbart after he tweeted offensive posts to Leslie Jones, the Ghostbusters actress.
Police Utilize Soft Force Tactics At Cleveland Convention Protests
The overwhelming use of soft force and quick reaction times are two tactics among many being used in Cleveland this week to keep protests peaceful.