Former Canadian Deputy PM John Manley discusses Mark Carney's White House visit
NPR's Michel Martin talks with former Canadian Deputy Prime Minister John Manley about Prime Minister Mark Carney's visit to the White House and how Canada plans to respond to Trump's tariffs.
Crackdown On Black Market Causes Cash Crunch In India
People in India are camped out in long lines at banks seeking to exchange high-denomination currency that the government has withdrawn from circulation.
Election Result Vindicates African-American Trump Supporter
David Greene talks to African-American pastor Darrell Scott, who backed Donald Trump in the election. Scott's views drew criticism from other African-American leaders, but he stands vindicated today.
Relative Speaks Out After Family Members Are Sentenced In Iran
Two Iranian-Americans, a father and his son, were sentenced last month to 10 years in an Iran prison. Another son, Babak Namazi, is working to free them, and talks to Steve Inskeep about the ordeal.
You Too Could Have A Masterpiece In Your House
For six decades, a painting hung in a mostly darkened bedroom in Sunnyvale, Calif. It turns out to be a painting by Frida Kahlo, estimated to be worth up to $2 million. It will be sold at auction.
California Neighborhood Repeatedly Jolted Awake By Air Horn
For weeks, an air horn has been blasted around 4 a.m. The villain responsible became known as the air horn guy. The San Diego Union Tribune reports police may have captured the man responsible.
Workers Wait To See If Trump White House Reverses Overtime Pay Rule
An estimated 4.2 million workers will become eligible to earn OT as a result of the new rule. But it's not clear for how long. President-elect Trump hasn't said what he'll do with the new regulations.
Campaign's Slogan 'Drain The Swamp' May Be Easier Said Than Done
Donald Trump promised to "drain the swamp." But consultants and lobbyists see a Congress and a city that is open for business. David Greene talks to John Feehery, a GOP strategist and consultant.
Democrats Must Reconnect With White Working-Class Voters, Tanden Says
David Greene talks to Neera Tanden, president of the progressive think tank Center for American Progress, about how the Democratic Party regroups after losing the presidential election.
What Will Trump's Presidency Mean To Besieged City Of Aleppo?
In Syria, civilians are suffering. The bombardment of Aleppo is on the rise — again. Steve Inskeep talks to Jan Egeland, secretary general of the Norwegian Refugee Council.
To Get A College Scholarship: Forget The Field, Hit The Books
Think playing on sports' travel team will help your kids get a college scholarship? Think again. Commentator John U. Bacon advises that they hit the books instead.
Feelings Toward A Partner Affect Brand Buying Decisions, Study Says
Here's news that could be of interest to marketers: Research shows people frustrated in a relationship sometimes deal with their feelings by buying and consuming brands their partners hate.