How The YMCA Helped Shape America
Many of today's fitness trends can be traced back to the pioneering programs of the YMCA.
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The White House Has A New Visitor, And It's Got Feathers
Politicians in Washington currently have an actual hawk in their neighborhood.
Wreck Of 1794 Slave Ship Is Confirmed Off South Africa
Researchers say it's the first discovery of a wreck that sank while carrying slaves. Renee Montagne talks to Lonnie Bunch of the Smithsonian's National Museum of African-American History and Culture.
The Truth Behind The Suicide Statistic For Older Teen Girls
It made headlines last month: Suicide is the top cause of death for girls 15 to 19. Is the data reliable? And if so, what's going on?
Justices: Retailer Can't Refuse To Hire Someone Because She Wears Hijab
Samantha Elauf wore a headscarf to a job interview at an Abercrombie & Fitch store and was denied a position because of it. On Monday, the Supreme Court ruled that that was clearly wrong.
Obama To Honor Harlem Hellfighter With Medal Of Honor
President Obama will award the Medal of Honor posthumously to Henry Johnson, an African-American soldier whose combat bravery occurred during World War I, but whose actions were ignored for decades.
As The Arctic Opens Up, The U.S. Is Down To A Single Icebreaker
Melting ice means more of the Arctic is accessible to exploration and shipping, and countries are racing to establish a presence. But they still need heavy icebreakers, and the U.S. is falling behind.
High Price Of Cancer Treatment Drugs Is 'Unsustainable,' Doctor Says
NPR's Audie Cornish speaks with Dr. Leonard Saltz, chief of Gastrointestinal Oncology at Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center, about his concerns regarding the high price of cancer treatment drugs.
U.S. Criticizes China For Construction In South China Sea
China and the U.S. exchanged criticisms on the South China Sea over the weekend. So far, neither side appears willing to either compromise on the disputed waters, or to escalate the dispute.
Jerry Dior, Designer Of MLB Logo, Dies At 82
The Major League Baseball logo has endured for almost 50 years, but it wasn't until just a few years ago that its creator was finally given credit. NPR's Audie Cornish and Melissa Block remember Jerry Dior who died May 10 at 82.