Florida becomes second state to ban fluoride in public water
Florida has become the second state in the country — after Utah — to ban fluoridation of public water systems.
Afghan Activist Blames Taliban Sympathizers For The Attempt On His Life
Ahmad Saeedi was shot shortly after predicting on TV that he would likely be assassinated. He accuses his would-be killers of being part of a "fifth column" embedded in the framework of the state.
How The Federal Reserve Plans To Make $3 Trillion Disappear
The Fed created the money after the financial crisis to try to help the economy, but the money could eventually create inflation or cause bubbles. (This piece initially aired on Oct. 23, 2015 on ATC.)
Fast-Acting Santa Evacuates Fire Area
In Draper, Utah, a fire broke out at the Living Planet Aquarium. The animals were fine and no one was hurt — thanks to Santa Claus. The Salt Lake Tribune says this Santa was a local fire inspector.
Proposed Dow-DuPont Merger Must Clear Regulatory Hurdles
Combined, the proposed company Dow-DuPont would be worth $130 billion and would have even deeper and broader reach in the chemical, industrial and agricultural sectors.
As Climate Talks Wrap Up, Attendees' Agendas Are On The Line
The United Nations Climate Change Summit in Paris enters its 11th hour. We hear from some of the people who have been there over the last two weeks.
Muslim Women Who Wear Hijabs Are Fearful Of Backlash After Attacks
David Greene talks to Hosai Mojaddidi and Shahzia Rahman, Muslim women in Irvine, Calif., about their experiences displaying outward signs of their faith after attacks carried out by Muslim radicals.
At N.H. Event, Trump Calls For The Death Penalty In Police Killings
Donald Trump went to New Hampshire on Thursday to accept the endorsement of a police union. Trump praised police and first responders' handling of the recent shooting in San Bernardino, Calif.
Once Considered Extremist, National Front Attracts Broader French Electorate
French voters go to the polls on Sunday. After a first round of voting, the far-right National Front party is in the lead. The young niece of the party's founder is the face of a new generation.
Hypothetical Coffee Mug Jolts Sinatra Into Action To Protect His Image
When you die, you can pass on your money to your kids. In many parts of the country, you can pass on something often more valuable — especially if you are famous — your image.
Evaluating Britain's Air Campaign Against The Islamic State
Britain began carrying out airstrikes against ISIS targets in Syria earlier this month. Steve Inskeep talks to Michael Fallon, Britain's Secretary of State for Defence about how the campaign is going.