U.N. Security Council Unanimously Passes Anti-Terrorism Resolution
The measure targets travel of militants abroad as well as recruiting and funding for extremist groups. It was adopted at a meeting chaired by President Obama.
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Research Institutions Will Have To Identify 'Dual-Use' Pathogens
Scientists are deeply divided on whether lab-made flu viruses are legitimate medical research or national security threats. A new federal policy asks institutions to evaluate those risks early on.
The U.S. Bombing Campaign: Is It War Or Counterterrorism?
President Obama has been reluctant to call it a war, yet the administration and the Pentagon boast of a 40-nation coalition and warn of a military operation that could last for years.
To Make Interval Training Less Painful, Add Tunes
Alternating rest periods with bouts of really intense exercise may make you fitter, but it's not a breeze. Researchers say music can make intervals less wretched and also make you work harder.
Three R's For The Digital Age: Rockets, Robots And Remote Control
The World Maker Faire comes to one of the nation's most diverse neighborhoods.
Obama Requests All Nations Participate In Climate Treaty
Heads of state from well over 100 countries came to New York City this week to find ways to slow climate change. The summit is a dry run for a meeting next year to draft a treaty on global warming.
Obama Challenges U.N. To Confront World's Conflicts
President Obama told the United Nations General Assembly on Wednesday that the world stands at a crossroads between war and peace. NPR's Scott Horsley speaks with Audie Cornish from New York City.
Big Sponsors May Find It Hard To Break Up With The NFL
Companies like Anheuser-Busch pay hundreds of millions to be identified with the NFL's aura. The last thing they want is to be associated with scandal, but it might be financially tough to walk away.
Obama At U.N.: World Risks Being Caught In 'Undertow Of Instability'
The president, in an address to the General Assembly, says nations are at a crossroads and that the international system must meet challenges ranging from terrorism to disease.
At 'World Routes,' Airports Court Airlines To Bring In More Flights
Some describe World Routes as speed dating for the aviation industry, as airports try to court airlines and convince them to offer international flights in and out of their destinations.