These students protested the Gaza war. Trump's deportation threat didn't silence them
NPR spoke with two international students about their decision to continue speaking out despite the government's aggressive effort to deport pro-Palestinian activists.
How A Child's Gender May Affect Parents' Willingness To Bend The Truth
An experiment found that parents cheated at a game less when their kids were present, but gender made a big difference: The parents modeled honest behavior more with daughters than with sons.
Monsanto Sold Soybean Farmers A Weed-Beating Tool They Couldn't Legally Use
There's tension brewing among U.S. soybean farmers after Monsanto started selling a new herbicide-resistant seed — without EPA approval.
In The Olympic Spirit, Tourists Are Giving Rio Benefit Of The Doubt
Tens of thousands of tourists arrive in Rio this week for Friday's opening of the Olympics amid a surge in crime, concerns over Zika, and reports that the host city might not be ready for prime time.
Deadly Hot-Air Balloon Crash Renews Questions About Industry's Safety
The accident in Central Texas that killed 16 people Saturday has resurfaced questions about regulation of commercial ballooning. The pilot had a troubled personal history and had gotten complaints.
Can Clinton Win The Working Class, And Can Trump Hold On To Veterans?
David Greene talks with economist Jared Bernstein about Hillary Clinton's appeal to the working class, and NPR's Don Gonyea reports on Donald Trump's ongoing war of words with the family of a fallen soldier.
NSA Director Rogers On DNC Hacking, Cyberwarfare And ISIS
Adm. Michael Rogers, director of the National Security Agency, and NPR's Mary Louise Kelly talk about the state of cybersecurity, the recent hacking into Democratic Party systems and ISIS strategy.
Usain Bolt's Agent Says The 100-Meter Champ Has Never Run A Mile
The Jamaican six-time Olympic gold medalist may display the ultimate in speed when it comes to the 100-meter and 200-meter events, but, his agent says, "Usain has never run a mile."
This Baby Shower Greeting Card Tells It Like It Is
The message on the front: "A baby is the sweetest gift." But press the button inside (where it says "A gift that keeps on giving") and the card cries — for three hours. There's no way to turn it off.
As TV Networks Trot Out Fall Offerings For Critics, 2 NBC Shows Stand Out
As cable and streaming services continue to expand programming, the networks face increasing competition for viewers and buzz. Here's a check-in from the Television Critics Association press tour.
Does U.S. Strike Against ISIS In Libya Mark A Policy Shift?
Renee Montagne speaks with Washington Post reporter Missy Ryan about the American airstrikes targeting ISIS in Libya. The strikes, launched Monday, hit the coastal town of Sirte, an ISIS stronghold.
'American Heiress' Author: 'You Cannot Overstate The Terror That Patty Hearst Faced'
Renee Montagne talks to author Jeffrey Toobin about his new book, "American Heiress," about the 1974 kidnapping of Patricia Hearst.