Boston commuters are seeing a new feature on their trains: googly eyes
Boston is adorning trains with googly eyes. Silly, yes. Is it charming riders?
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If Biden were to end his reelection bid, what happens next for Democrats?
NPR's Steve Inskeep speaks with senior CNN reporter Edward-Isaac Dovere about what it would take to get an alternative candidate for the Democratic presidential nomination.
The Supreme Court is again the focus of politics with its Trump immunity ruling
The Supreme Court's opinion granting broad immunity to former President Trump from prosecution will likely place the court at the center of the presidential campaign.
Analysts say China patrols within the restricted water of Kinmen to intimidate Taiwan
The Chinese coast guard boards vessels in waters China considers its own -- including waters around one Taiwanese island, where residents have long been caught in the middle of tensions with China.
Nonprofit pairs sighted riders with visually impaired riders on tandem bikes for free
Riders who participate in InTandem Cycling in New York find out it's more than just riding a bike and more than just exercise. It's socialization, good for your mental health and its teamwork.
Stories of new U.S. citizens: 2 people who became naturalized citizens on Flag Day
As part of Morning Edition's July 4th celebrations, we hear the stories of two new U.S. citizens, Joanne and Andy Daw who migrated from the U.K. What does it mean for them to be an American?
Calif. bill would take steps to ensure AI models won't cause catastrophic events
In California, a bill on artificial intelligence is drawing attention -- and criticism -- from the state's massive tech industry. NPR's A Martinez speaks with its sponsor, state Sen. Scott Wiener.
What does the presidential immunity decision mean for the Jan. 6 case against Trump?
NPR's Michel Martin speaks with Rep. Bennie Thompson (D-Miss.), ex-chairman of the Jan. 6 committee, about the implications of the Supreme Court's decision for Donald Trump's immunity case.
The U.S. is eliminated from Copa America, increasing the pressure to fire its coach
The United States was eliminated from the Copa America with a 1-0 loss to Uruguay, a defeat sure to increase pressure to replace coach Gregg Berhalter before the 2026 World Cup.
A judge sides with states over Biden and allows gas export projects to move forward
U.S. District Judge James Cain, Jr. sided with the states, granting a preliminary injunction that puts the Biden administration’s delay consideration of projects aimed at LNG exports on hold.