The Tennessee Pre-K Debate: Spinach Vs. Easter Grass
A new Vanderbilt University study found that Tennessee's Voluntary Pre-K for low-income children has no lasting benefits, stirring up an age-old debate in education circles.
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Afghan Forces Struggle To Retake Kunduz From Taliban
The Taliban overran the Afghan city of Kunduz earlier this week. This comes just a few months after a new leader took over the Taliban and a year after President Ashraf Ghani took power of the Afghan government.
United Airlines Faces Steep Ascent In Not-So-Friendly Skies
Beset by a record of flight delays, dismal passenger satisfaction and widespread tech glitches, the nation's second-largest airline is seeking ways to restore customer confidence and employee morale.
Russian Warplanes Strike Several Targets In Syria
Russia carried out a series of airstrikes in Syria Wednesday, giving short notice to the U.S. that it also has planes in the air nearby and is calling out for more coordination.
Jazz Saxophonist Phil Woods Dies At 83
Jazz saxophonist Phil Woods was a disciple of Charlie Parker, one of the pioneers of bebop. But Woods reached millions of ears through his playing on pop songs by Paul Simon, Billy Joel and others. Woods died Tuesday at the age of 83.
Russia Launches Airstrikes Against Bashar Al-Assad Enemies In Syria
Russia warplanes have begun bombing targets in Syria, according to U.S. officials. They say they were briefed by Moscow about the raids, which came hours after the Russian parliament authorized President Vladimir Putin to use Russian forces abroad.
Pope's Commitment To Religious Freedom Highlighted On U.S. Trip
NPR's Robert Siegel talks with Emma Green, who covers religion for The Atlantic, about the Pope's meeting with Kim Davis and the complexities of his politics.
Hurricane Joaquin Churns In Atlantic, Could Threaten Eastern Seaboard
The long-term forecast is still murky, but Virginia governor declares state of emergency for "major statewide rain event."
Georgia Executes Convicted Female Murderer; Oklahoma Delays An Execution
Kelly Gissendaner was executed by lethal injection Tuesday for her role in the 1997 murder of her husband. Richard Glossip got a delay just hours before he was scheduled for lethal injection.
Amid VW Scandal, Critics Want Access To Carmakers' Computer Code
Most of us are unaware of what goes on under the hood of our car. Some people, including safety researchers, would like to access the software. But a 1998 copyright law stands in the way.