The best support for a friend with cancer? Presence, listening and space to vent
People who get cancer say their friends often disappear when they hear the bad news. Don't be that person! Here's advice for what to do and say — and what not to say — when a loved one faces cancer.
U.S. Court Weighs Texas Law's Burden On Women Seeking Abortions
If upheld, the law — which mandates stricter building codes for clinics that perform the procedure — could leave only six clinics open in the entire state of Texas.
Crowning The 33rd-Best Football Team In America
As we eagerly await the first official college football championship, commentator Frank Deford says it's intriguing that the U.S. places as much emphasis on college sports as it does on the pros.
For 'Charlie Hebdo,' A History Defined By Humor, Controversy — And Cartoons
Renee Montagne talks to NPR's David Folkenflik about the provocative editorial stance adopted by the French satirical magazine, which was attacked by gunmen this morning in Paris.
Between Speech And Religion, Freedoms Often Spell Friction
Renee Montagne speaks with Suzanne Nossel, executive director for PEN American Center, to discuss how issues of free speech and religious freedom can clash.
The Downside Of Cheaper Gas: More Accident Fatalities
Falling gasoline prices are a benefit to motorists — but those lower prices come with a hidden cost: increased traffic fatalities.
3 States Counter Obama's Proposal For Medicaid Expansion
States have a year to get full funding for Medicaid expansion under Obamacare. The governors of Utah, Wyoming and Montana are trying to get the money, but their legislators may derail the efforts.
Speaker Election Reveals Split Among Some House Republicans
John Boehner is set to start his third two-year term as speaker. And while his election is nearly a foregone conclusion, a number of his GOP colleagues are likely voting against him on the floor.
