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.
Google Maps And Bing Maps Camera Cars Cross Paths
The two cards met on a Minnesota road in 2014. One Internet user caught the head-to-head, and saw both search engine cars take pictures of each other for their map applications.
Merriam-Webster's Word Of The Year Is Feminism
Merriam-Webster issues its top-10 words every year. What are this year's words, and what do they say about society? NPR's Rachel Martin sits down with Editor-at-Large Peter Sokolowski to find out.
Brexit Puts London's Finance Jobs At Risk
London is a big center for financial jobs. But after the U.K. leaves the EU, officials there say the U.K. won't have access to the vast European financial market. And other countries stand to benefit.
Congress Wraps Up 2017
Congress left town after approving a short-term extension of government funding. Big fights await in 2018, but Senate GOP leader Mitch McConnell tells NPR repealing the ACA is not a high priority.
How The GOP Tax Plan Will Affect You
Corporations and the wealthy are the largest beneficiaries of the tax cuts passed by Republicans. But big changes are in store for regular people, too.
Emoluments Lawsuit Against Trump Dismissed
A federal judge in Manhattan has dismissed a lawsuit alleging that President Trump is violating the Constitution's foreign emoluments clause. The judge said the plaintiffs lack standing to sue.
Delivery Services Struggle To Keep Up With Online Orders
Package delivery is up around 15 percent this year, deliveries are running late and companies are struggling to catch up.
Republicans Talk Of Changes To Welfare Next
After tax cuts, one of President Trump's next priorities is "welfare reform." It's not clear what that means and how it fits with House Speaker Ryan's desire to overhaul Social Security.
Scientists Studied Clownfish Personalities
Scientists studied clownfish, finding some are bold and aggressive. They're adventurous and wander away from the school. Other clownfish lack personalities and stay in clusters and follow the crowd.
Santa-Style Thief Calls The Cops On Himself
A man in northern California tried to go down the chimney to rob a business, but got stuck and called police for help in getting out.
How Humans Use 'Strategic Ignorance' When Facts Get In The Way
Social science research explores how our minds push away information that gets in the way of our feelings and desires.