WATCH: See How Leeches Can Be A Surgeon's Sidekick
The idea of using leeches to treat ailments is ancient — and no longer in favor. But now these blood-suckers are gaining new respect as a doctor's helper during surgery.
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ISIS Claims Murders Of 4 Christians In Pakistan
Three men and a woman died in the attack. A fifth person riding in the rickshaw — a 12-year-old girl — survived.
The Cosby Trial: What You Need To Know
Bill Cosby heads to trial again on sexual assault charges arising from a 2004 encounter in his home. Last year, a jury couldn't decide on a verdict, so the judge declared a mistrial.
A Meeting With Putin, If It Happened Soon, Would Involve A Different Trump
The White House says nothing is scheduled, but whenever Putin next meets Trump, the American president's political situation will have changed a great deal.
Health Savings Account Change In 2018 Could Trip Up Some Consumers
The new calculation reduces by $50 the amount a family can put into these HSA accounts this year. Anyone who has already funded the account at a higher level will need to adjust, or risk IRS scrutiny.
Bench Player Carries Villanova To Second Title In Three Years Over Michigan
Sophomore Donte DiVincenzo scored 31 points as the Wildcats, sporting the nation's most powerful offense, overcame a slow start to blow past the Wolverines 79-62.
After Violence Erupts In Kashmir, Disputed Region Shutters Storefronts In Strike
Raids on militants in Indian-controlled Kashmir became full gun battles last weekend, leaving at least 20 people dead. Pakistani leaders condemned the violence.
What Chinese Tariffs Targeting American Crops Will Mean For Farmers
Newly announced Chinese tariffs will raise prices on many U.S. crops. How will that affect American farmers? NPR's Mary Louise Kelley spoke with Jim Zion, a Californian nut distributor, to find out.
Russian Chemist Who Developed Nerve Agents Has No Doubt Moscow Is Behind U.K. Attack
A Russian chemist who helped to develop the nerve agent used in the attack in the U.K. last month is now living in New Jersey — and says he has no doubt that Moscow is responsible.
The Scarcity Trap: Why We Keep Digging When We're Stuck In A Hole
Have you ever noticed that when something important is missing in your life, your brain can only seem to focus on that missing thing? Two researchers have dubbed this phenomenon "scarcity."