A Texas park that closed during peak border crossings has reopened
More than a year after the state of Texas seized Shelby Park in the border city of Eagle Pass at the peak of illegal border crossings, the park has reopened to the public.
Two Women Become The First To Complete U.S. Army Ranger Course
The first women have completed the tough and grueling Army Ranger training course. But it's still uncertain whether the women will be allowed to serve in ground combat units.
Chinese Media, Residents Continue To Question Cause Of Tianjin Explosions
NPR's Robert Siegel interviews Xiao Qiang, editor in chief of the China Digital Times, about the role traditional and social media play in relaying information in China.
U.S. Army Sergeant: 'Excited,' 'Intrigued,' By Women Completing Ranger Course
NPR's Audie Cornish talks to Sgt. Janiece Marquez, who worked alongside Green Berets in Afghanistan, about whether this is a victory for those seeking to change the gendering within Army policy.
Food Tours Help Keep Barcelona's Mom-And-Pop Tapas Bars Alive
Spain's neighborhood tapas bars are facing competition from big chains. Fortunately, foreign tourists are now discovering them. This story originally aired on June 20, 2015 on Weekend Edition.
When A Budget Motel Is 'Home,' There's Little Room For Childhood
In San Bernardino County, nearly one-tenth of public school students are homeless. For many, that means living in rundown motels — and coping with troubling conditions long before they get to class.
Northwestern Football Players Lose Bid To Form First Union For Athletes
The National Labor Relations Board announced Monday it dismissed a previous ruling by a Chicago regional office in favor of the Northwestern University athletes.
