Can We Construct A Counter-Narrative To ISIS's End Goal?
What exactly is the ISIS endgame? NPR's Rachel Martin speaks with Scott Atran, co-author of the New York Review of Books post "Paris: The War ISIS Wants."
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CNN Airs Documentary on Sexual Assault, Despite Legal Threats
Buccaneers quarterback Jameis Winston said he'd sue if the network aired the controversial documentary The Hunting Ground, which features assault allegations against him. It aired Sunday night.
In A City With Strong Ties To Syria, Refugee Crisis Stirs Debate
Syrians have been putting down roots in Allentown, Pa., for a century. The city's mayor is happy to have Syrian refugees fleeing the current conflict join his community — but not all residents agree.
Seasonal Temps Prep For The Holiday Rush
As retailers prepare for the demand of the holiday season, they're hiring thousands of temporary workers. People who are looking for temporary holiday jobs this season talk about their experiences.
After 15-Month Stay In Church, Immigrant Allowed To Remain In U.S.
Rosa Robles Loreto migrated from Mexico to Tucson 16 years ago, and overstayed her visa. When she was due to be deported, she claimed refuge in a church. She emerged from her sanctuary this week.
Refugees: That Time Everyone Said 'No' And Bolivia Said 'Yes'
Observers draw a parallel between anti-refugee sentiments now and during WWII. Back then, many doors where closed to those fleeing Nazism. Bolivia was a notable exception.
Louisiana Democrat Governor Victory Disrupts Partisan Politics Tradition
After scandal plagued Republican rival Sen. David Vitter and supporters crossed party lines, Democrat John Bel Edwards has emerged as the winner of Louisiana's bitter governor's race.
Syrian Refugees In Michigan Respond To U.S. Resettlement Hesitations
Michigan Gov. Rick Snyder is urging a pause in the resettlement of Syrian refugees in his state. Two Syrian refugees there share their similar concerns, but say totally barring refugees is a mistake.
Tree-Shaped Air Freshener Titans Tangled In Infringement War
Titans of car air fresheners are at war. NPR's Rachel Martin speaks with New York Times reporter Andy Newman about one tree-shaped freshener company suing another.
Assessing U.S. Strategy In Syria
NPR's Rachel Martin talks to Michael Ratney, U.S. Special Envoy for Syria, about the future of U.S. strategy in Syria, especially in the wake of the Paris attacks.