How the threat of war is unifying people in Pakistan
Pakistanis remain on their toes amid tensions with India. But the threat of war is unifying people in a country where many have become disenchanted with their civilian and military leadership.
Officials Confirm Fatalities In San Francisco Plane Accident
Guest host Rebecca Sheir speaks with NPR's Richard Gonzales in San Francisco for an update on the latest numbers from city officials. Asiana Airlines' Boeing 777 crashed Saturday afternoon while landing at the international airport.
San Francisco General Takes In Patients From Plane Crash
Guest host Rebecca Sheir talks to Molly Samuel of member station KQED at San Francisco General Hospital.
Investigation Into San Francisco Plane Crash Begins
Guest host Rebecca Sheir speaks with NPR's Brian Naylor about the latest reports on the Asiana Airlines flight that crash landed at San Francisco International Airport.
Resurrected Farm Bill Passes Without Food Stamps Component
House Republicans made a second run at passing a farm bill on Thursday, weeks after seeing dozens of their own party vote against it the first time.
Virginia Governor Mired In Controversy Over Gifts, Loans
Virginia Gov. Bob McDonnell, once viewed as having 2016 ambitions, is not having a good year. He's at the center of state and federal investigations involving $145,000 in questionable financial assistance from a political donor whose company McDonnell and his wife took steps to promote. That includes $15,000 to help pay for their daughter's wedding — a disclosure made by the former chef at the Executive Mansion, himself accused of stealing food.
