Airplane Grounding Tests Boeing's Influence In Washington
For decades, Boeing has worked to ingratiate itself with regulators and policymakers. That effort could be important as the company responds to a pair of deadly crashes.
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Frank Cali, Reputed Gambino Crime Family Boss, Is Killed In N.Y. Attack
In a killing that echoes mob murders of the 1980s, a man who was believed to be running a Mafia family was gunned down outside his home in Staten Island.
In Her Pitch For President, Kamala Harris Focuses On Criminal Justice, Inequality
"I was born realizing the flaws in the criminal justice system," the senator and former prosecutor says. In an interview with NPR, Harris discusses immigration and how reparations is a health issue.
Top Mueller Prosecutor Stepping Down In Latest Clue Russia Inquiry May Be Ending
Andrew Weissmann, one of the best-known lawyers in special counsel Robert Mueller's office, is set to depart soon from that job and the Justice Department, NPR has learned.
Murder Trial To Proceed Against 2nd Woman In Killing Of Kim Jong Un's Half-Brother
Malaysian authorities dropped charges this week against the Indonesian woman accused of smearing poison on the face of Kim Jong Nam. But they won't drop charges against Doan Thi Huong.
Commerce Secretary To Face Lawmakers In Hearing On Census Citizenship Question
After fending off requests to testify in lawsuits over the census citizenship question, Wilbur Ross goes before the House Oversight and Reform Committee on Thursday.
Where Will Your Plastic Trash Go Now That China Doesn't Want It?
Last year, China drastically cut back its imports of plastic waste to recycle. Now the U.S. and other wealthy nations must figure out what to do with their discards.
Overlooked Ingredients In Medicines Can Sometimes Trigger Side Effects
Drugmakers add inactive ingredients to stabilize medications and sometimes to help the body absorb the active ingredients. But the inactive constituents can cause side effects in rare cases.
Colleges Use More Than SAT Scores When Deciding Which Students To Admit
The criminal case about parents who allegedly paid bribes to get their children into top schools spotlights the admissions process. Officials look for aspects of the applications that reveal lies.
Does It Matter Where You Go To College? Some Context For The Admissions Scandal
It's no surprise that rich people game the system to get their kids into top colleges. Here are some key takeaways as the bribery scandal evolves.