Web Comic: The Scientist Who Escaped Aleppo
It was a harrowing journey. Nedal Said made a new life in Germany — and found what he'd always been looking for.
The Impact of War
Life As A 'Drone Warrior'
Scott Simon speaks with Brett Velicovich about his memoir, Drone Warrior, which details his time hunting and killing alleged terrorists using drones in Iraq, Afghanistan and other places.
As Many As 100,000 Civilians Trapped In Raqqa, U.N. Says
NPR's Rachel Martin asks the U.N.'s Matthias Behnke about civilians trapped in Raqqa, the former ISIS stronghold in Syria. The U.N. says up to 100,000 people are trapped there by anti-ISIS strikes.
Qatar Faces Saudi Sanctions Deadline
Sunday marks 10-day deadline Saudi Arabia gave Qatar to meet several demands in the ongoing fight between the two U.S. allies. The U.S. is trying to keep both countries in the fight against ISIS.
Broadway Chanteuse Barbara Cook: 'My First Memories Are Of Singing'
After starring in Broadway shows like The Music Man and Candide, Cook struggled with addiction, then staged a successful second career as a cabaret singer. Originally broadcast June 27, 2016.
Veterans Helped By Obamacare Worry About Republican Repeal Efforts
The rate of uninsurance among veterans dropped dramatically after the Affordable Care Act rolled out. Those who rely on Medicaid say they are particularly concerned about losing that care.
'Combat Medicine:' Afghanistan Vet Seeks To Help Others Through Hip-Hop
A new hip-hop album by a veteran of the war in Afghanistan drops Wednesday. His target audience: fellow vets suffering from post-traumatic stress disorder.
Evaluating Afghanistan As More Troops Expected
NPR's Melissa Block speaks with retired Gen. David Barno about the prospect of additional U.S. troops being sent to Afghanistan as Taliban and ISIS attacks continue.
A Quarter Of South Sudan's Population On The Run From Brutal Civil War
David Miliband, the president of the International Rescue Committee, speaks to Rachel Martin about the need for more aid but also a lasting political solution with U.S. help.
Ex-FBI Boss Comey Heads To The Senate: Can It Live Up To The Hype?
James Comey is expected to tell Congress that, yes, he did tell President Trump he wasn't under investigation — but that Trump asked him to back off Mike Flynn.