A new theory on gun violence
People blame gun violence on different things depending on their political leanings. But Jens Ludwig, an economist at the University of Chicago, has found a different reason behind it. Today, we bring you a story on solutions to gun violence.
Autistic Florida Student Solves Math Problems In Her Head
Once Sanaa Hiremath, 11, was home schooled, she found she could do math without writing problems down. She has a Guinness World Record, finishing a 12-digit multiplication problem in under 10 minutes.
Helping Children Traumatized From Latest Israel-Hamas Fighting
During the 11 days of fighting between Hamas and Israel, parents used special toys, breathing exercises and promises to calm their children's fears.
Cable Car In Northern Italy Falls To The Ground Killing 14 People
Italy is in mourning after a cable car in the country's majestic northern lakes region plunged to the ground. The disaster is reviving questions about the safety of Italy's transport infrastructure.
News Brief: COVID-19 Shots, Mideast Cease-Fire, George Floyd Rally
Eight states pass milestone of getting 70% of adults vaccinated with at least one shot. Cease-fire between Israel and Hamas continues to hold. George Floyd's family marks one year since his murder.
Spanish Company BR5 Invents Robot That Cooks Paella
The robot stirs and shuffles the pan as the rice cooks. While the company says it is not aiming to replace home-cooked versions, the robot could be deployed across the world to help busy restaurants.
U.S. Extends Temporary Protected Status For Thousands Of Haitian Migrants
NPR's Rachel Martin talks to Guerline Jozef of the Haitian Bridge Alliance about the White House granting temporary protected status to some Haitian migrants living in the U.S. without legal status.
Student Makes The Most Of Time Behind Bars, Finishes College With Honors
At Pitzer College's graduation, a student spoke about forgiveness, perseverance and seizing future potential. He drew from his experience of being incarcerated for more than 10 years.
Majority-Women's Team Trying For Indy 500 Debut
A new women's team is aiming to make history at this year's Indianapolis 500 with a woman owner, driver and crew members. In more than 100 years, only nine women drivers have competed.
Updates From Israel And Gaza After The Cease-Fire
In the first hours after a cease-fire between Hamas and Israel, each side takes a look at the aftermath.
