Dirty Dancing In The Early 1900s
Scandalous swirls like the Bunny Hug, Turkey Trot and Grizzly Bear may have even rattled President-elect Woodrow Wilson.
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More Evidence That Parents' Ages Could Influence Autism Risk
A large, international study found that kids born to older parents had higher rates of autism. Having a teen mom or parents with a large gap between their ages also increased the autism odds.
Authorities Beef Up Search For Killers Who Escaped From New York Prison
An area not far from the prison where David Sweat and Richard Matt broke out last weekend appears to be a focus of police scrutiny, but officials were also looking in neighboring Vermont.
Trio Of Astronauts Return To Earth After Record-Breaking ISS Mission
Italian astronaut Samantha Cristoforetti surpassed a space endurance record for a female spacefarer.
After Nearly 30 Years, Librarian Of Congress Is Calling It Quits
James Billington helped usher the world's largest library into the digital age. The Library of Congress says he will step down on Jan. 1, 2016.
Advocates Push To Bring Solitary Confinement Out Of The Shadows
Some big states have been moving to limit the numbers of people they send to solitary, but officials say it's necessary to maintain control and, in some cases, protect the prisoners themselves.
Bernie Sanders: 'We Are The Underdog'
The presidential candidate, who has emerged as the leading critic to Hillary Clinton, sat down with WAMU's Diane Rehm to talk about his campaign, policies and his chances.
'His Emotions Got The Best Of Him' At Pool, Officer's Attorney Says
The lawyer representing resigned Cpl. Eric Casebolt says that last Friday, "His first call was a suicide at an apartment complex." That incident added to "an emotional toll," his attorney says.
Californians Look To Sierra Nevada Native Americans For Drought Solutions
In the Sierra Nevada mountains, North Fork Mono American Indians are working to thin the forest. Their ancient techniques are being considered as a possible long-term solution to the drought.
New U.S. Poet Laureate Hopes To Invite All Communities To Express Themselves
NPR's Audie Cornish interviews Juan Felipe Herrera, the new U.S. poet laureate. He discusses his upbringing in California as the son of migrant workers.