Australians head to the polls Saturday in election overshadowed by Trump
Australia heads to the polls on Saturday in an election overshadowed by President Trump. Will concerns over Trump's policies drive an outcome similar to what happened in Canada's elections?
Congress' Power Struggle With Big Tech Will Be On Display At Hearings
There are three congressional hearings scheduled on Tuesday — each exploring the growing influence that a handful of tech companies have over billions of people.
Missouri Woman Refuses To Be A Victim After Her Car Is Stolen
Danielle Reno called police after her car was stolen. She also tracked the thief by watching where her credit cards were being used. She found the thief, stole her car back and called police again.
Police In Puerto Rico Fire Tear Gas At Thousands Of Protesters
It was the third day of demonstrations against the governor, who's seen his political fortunes plummet after the publication of private text messages that used misogynistic and homophobic language.
White House Spokesman Doesn't Back Away From Trump's Racist Tweets
NPR's Noel King talks to NPR's Franco Ordonez and White House Deputy Director of Communications Adam Kennedy about the president's use of racist language directed at four Democratic female lawmakers.
As Federal Regulations Lag, States Take Action Against PFAS Chemicals
Frustrated with federal inaction, states such as New Hampshire, are taking their own measures against a class of pollutants known as "forever chemicals"
Colorado Senior Citizens Apartment Complex Urges 'Library Level Voices'
A management memo says residents should avoid "loud laughter." Channel 9 News noted a practical problem: The residents are seniors — some are hard of hearing.
U.S.-Iran Tensions Remain High Even Though Both Say They Don't Want A Conflict
NPR's Steve Inskeep talks to Brian Hook, U.S. special representative for Iran, about whether U.S.-imposed sanctions on Iran are having the intended effect.
ACLU Will Try To Block Trump Administration's New Asylum Rule
NPR's Noel King talks to the ACLU's Lee Gelernt about the lawsuit his organization is filing against the White House's new asylum rule in order to keep it from taking effect.
Opioid Case Against Johnson & Johnson Is In The Hands Of Oklahoma Judge
After a seven-week trial, a judge in Oklahoma is now considering whether Johnson & Johnson should be held responsible for the state's opioid epidemic. The state is asking for more than $17 billion.
News Brief: Trump Tweets, Asylum Rule, Big Tech Hearings
Trump doubles down on racist remarks directed at freshmen congresswomen of color. White House implements a new rule for asylum-seekers. And, big tech comes to Capitol Hill for congressional hearings.
State Department Conference Aims To Identify Victims Of Religious Persecution
The State Department is hosting a meeting this week on religious freedom and persecution. The meeting comes as the Trump administration clamps down on refugee admissions and asylum-seekers.
