Why Europe Is Willing To Regulate Tech More Than The U.S.
Though Congress has had many tech executives testify on Capitol Hill about their operations, it hasn't led to any major regulations of the tech industry.
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From Retirement To The Front Lines Of Hepatitis C Treatment
Treatment for hepatitis C has improved dramatically in the last decade — so much so that it drew one doctor out of retirement to help make sure more low-income patients are cured.
Tax Changes Could Hurt Affordability At High End Of The Housing Market
Thanks to the tax overhaul, buying a home will get more expensive in some places in 2018. That's because of new restrictions on how much mortgage interest and property taxes homeowners may deduct.
To Help Others, One Couple Talks About Life With Early-Onset Alzheimer's
More than 200,000 Americans live with early-onset Alzheimer's, with dementia-like symptoms developing in their 40s and 50s. The disease can put an unexpected strain on relationships and finances.
South Korea Will Take Up North Korea On Its Offer To Hold Diplomatic Talks
South Korea is hoping to hold its first official diplomatic meeting with North Korea in more than two years. NPR's Robert Siegel speaks with Frank Aum, senior expert on North Korea at the United States Institute of Peace, about the upcoming meeting and the impact such high talks might have on the United States' relations with both countries.
What Accounts For Commercial Airlines' Safest Year In History
There were no passenger airline crashes anywhere in the world last year, making 2017 the safest year in history for commercial airlines. NPR's Ari Shapiro speaks with Bloomberg News aviation reporter, about what accounts for the safest year worldwide.
Neuroscientist Predicts 'Much Better Treatment' For Alzheimer's Is 10 Years Away
"Just the last few years alone have seen some serious breakthroughs in Alzheimer's research," Joseph Jebelli says. His new book is The Pursuit of Memory.
U.S. Service Member Killed, Four Others Injured In Afghanistan 'Combat Engagement'
The Pentagon did not immediately explain what kind of combat the service members were engaged in at the time or whether they were fighting ISIS or the Taliban.
WATCH: Hockey Player Tells Dad He Made The Olympic Team
The U.S. unveiled its roster for the Olympic hockey team on Monday. And the joyful, emotional moment when forward Bobby Butler told his father the big news was caught on video.
Risks And Benefits Of The U.S. Speaking Out About Iran
President Trump has tweeted his support for protesters in Iran. But what could the U.S. realistically do to help? NPR's Robert Siegel talks with Gary Sick of Columbia University about U.S. policy options on Iran.