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Our readers weigh in on volunteer missions, where Western medical workers spent a short time in a poor country providing free care.
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What We Know About The Virginia Beach Mass Shooting Victims
Most of the victims were city employees, and many worked as engineers, account clerks or administrative assistants. The suspected gunman was also a longtime municipal employee.
Laredo, Texas, Now No. 1 U.S. Trade Hub, Braces For Trump's Mexico Tariffs
Residents, business owners and political leaders in the border city are bracing for President Trump's implementation of a 5% tariff on all goods coming from Mexico that would begin June 10th.
Why Are Gray Whales Dying? Researchers Cut Through The Blubber For Answers
More than 60 dead gray whales have washed up on Pacific coasts this year, the most in two decades. Researchers are trying to determine whether their food source is a problem, or climate change.
How To Talk About Sex (And Consent): 4 Lessons From The Kink Community
A lot of us stumble over conversations about sex. But people who are into kink make an art of talking about what they want or don't want. Here's their advice for making awkward talks sexy.
Another Tick-Borne Disease To Worry About
Called ALSV, the virus causes headache and fever and was found in Inner Mongolia. Scientists say the discovery illustrates how much we still don't know about ticks.
Virginia Beach Shooting Update
NPR's Bobby Allyn reports from the scene on the latest in the mass shooting, which claimed the lives of 12 people.
Immigrant Advocates Ask Court To Release Unaccompanied Minors Detained In Florida
A court settlement limits how long the government can detain immigrant minors. Administration officials say that facilities that hold the minors are only temporary.
'I Am A Woman': Track Star Caster Semenya Continues Her Fight To Compete As Female
Male and female athletes compete in separate categories because of advantages that come with testosterone. But what should be the rules for women who have naturally high testosterone levels?
12 People Killed In Virginia Beach Shooting; Suspect Dead
Police say an additional four people were injured and are being treated at hospitals. The suspect was a longtime public utilities employee.