RFK Jr. overhauled the CDC's vaccine panel. Here's what it does and why it matters
It plays a big role in deciding which vaccines kids and adults get routinely, what's covered by insurance and which shots are made available free to low-income kids.
Despite ALS Challenges, Ex-NFL Player Tim Green Releases Another Book
Former NFL player and NPR commentator Tim Green has been battling ALS since 2018. While his physical condition deteriorates, his mind remains sharp. He's written a new novel called: Final Season.
News Brief: Booster Shots, U.S. Capitol Security, Facebook Files
The FDA meets Friday to consider COVID-19 booster shots. The Capitol on Saturday faces its biggest security test since the Jan. 6 attack. The Wall Street Journal examines Facebook's internal memos.
Why Is The Arc De Triomphe Wrapped In Fabric?
For the next 16 days, a giant sheet will be draped over the Arc de Triomphe in Paris. The stunt is a tribute to the late artist duo Christo and Jeanne-Claude.
All The Hospitals In Idaho Are Rationing Care Because Of COVID-19 Surge
Idaho's public health leaders are expanding health care rationing across the state. The move follows a decision by a large health care system there to implement crisis standards of care.
Jessica Chastain Finds Out Tammy Faye Bakker Was More Than A Punchline
NPR's Rachel Martin talks with actor Jessica Chastain, who plays televangelist Tammy Faye Bakker in the new movie: The Eyes of Tammy Faye.
3,000 French Health Care Workers Are Suspended For Not Getting Vaccinated
France enacted tough vaccine mandates in July, in anticipation of a fourth wave of COVID-19. Some people took to the streets in protest, but most complied.
Alt.Latino And Tiny Desk Celebrate National Hispanic Heritage Month
Alt.Latino, NPR's show about Latin Alternative music and Latino arts and culture, is taking over NPR Music's Tiny Desk Concerts during National Hispanic Heritage Month.
4 Gymnasts Testify In Senate Panel Hearing On Bungled Sexual Abuse Probe
Olympic gold medalist Simone Biles and three other elite gymnasts testified during a Capitol Hill hearing into how the FBI and USA Gymnastics mishandled the sexual abuse claims against Larry Nassar.
U.S. Officials Will Share Nuclear Sub Technology With Australia
President Biden is taking the rare step of sharing U.S. nuclear-powered submarine technology with Australia. He has been working to focus his foreign policy on the threat posed by China.
News Brief: Grim COVID Data, Nuclear Sub Technology, Gymnasts Blast FBI
A staggering number of people are still getting COVID-19. The U.S. will share nuclear submarine technology with Australia. Gymnasts criticized the FBI's mishandling of their sexual abuse allegations.
Capitol Hill Hearing Blasts The FBI For Mishandling Nassar Investigation
NPR's A Martinez talks to Marisa Kwiatkowski, investigative reporter for USA Today, about USA gymnastics and the FBI mishandling gymnasts sexual abuse allegations against team doctor Larry Nassar.