2 Trains Derail In India, Killing At Least 24; Floodwaters Blamed
More than 300 people survived, according to local media reports. Just minutes before the crashes, another train had passed safely over the same area.
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So You Flunked A Racism Test. Now What?
Scientists are working on ways to train our brains away from deeply held prejudices — including hacking your subconscious while you sleep.
Straighten Your Hair Without Frying It? Engineers Are On The Case
Heat can turn curly locks into a sleek 'do — and can also damage hair permanently. Engineers at Purdue are figuring out how hot is just hot enough when it comes to wielding that flat iron.
Just How Arbitrary Is Fox's 10-Person GOP Debate Cutoff?
The top 10 candidates, as determined by Fox's analysis of polls, will debate Thursday. But even when you average polls together, it's tough to tell the difference between the lower-ranked hopefuls.
Drought Drives California Fires To Unprecedented Speeds
NPR's Melissa Block speaks with Mark Ghilarducci with the state emergency services office about the wildfires tearing across California.
'All You Can Do Is Pray': Wildfire Rages In Northern California
The Rocky Fire continues to grow as crews struggle to protect homes and businesses.
Who's In, Who's Out: Selection Day For The GOP Presidential Debate
Donald Trump is on top, followed by Jeb Bush and Scott Walker. Chris Christie and John Kasich barely make it in, while Rick Perry misses the cutoff for the main debate stage.
How Percy Shelley Stirred His Politics Into His Teacup
In 19th century Britain, keeping sugar out of tea became a political statement against slavery. The sugar boycott was no easy choice for the radical poet, who hated slavery but loved tea.
One Of The World's Most Famous Free Divers Is Missing Near Ibiza
Natalia Molchanova took a recreational dive on Sunday, didn't come back up and is feared dead. Free divers hold their breath until they surface for air, instead of using breathing equipment.
Judge Strikes Down Idaho 'Ag-Gag' Law, Raising Questions For Other States
A judge ruled Monday that an Idaho law criminalizing undercover investigations of farms is unconstitutional. Seven other states have similar laws, but legal experts say they may not stand much longer.