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Syrian Activist Looks Up: 'For the First Time Ever, There's a Glimmer of Hope'
Saturday, April 08, 2017
Mouaz Moustafa has spent years advocating in Washington for the United States to get more involved in Syria. He sees President Trump's strike as long overdue.
Jackie Evancho On Speaking Out Through Music
Sunday, April 02, 2017
Since her performance at President Trump's inauguration, the 16-year-old vocalist has advocated for transgender rights and released Two Hearts, which includes some of her first original songs.
Xi Jinping Seeks Cooperation With U.S. Ahead Of China's Leadership Transition
Sunday, April 02, 2017
A look at what President Donald Trump's first face-to-face meeting with Chinese President Xi Jinping looks like from Beijing.
Vince Staples: 'We Live In A Space Where Your Name Isn't Enough'
Sunday, April 02, 2017
"You can't find a Jay Z article where they don't speak about him selling drugs," the Long Beach rapper says. "You can't find a Vince Staples article where it doesn't say 'ex-gang member.' "
China Poised To Fill Leadership Void On Climate Policy – With Economic Incentives
Sunday, April 02, 2017
Trump signed an executive order this week that will begin to roll back some of Obama's signature climate change policies. Georgetown University's Varum Sivaram explains what that could mean for China.
Words You'll Hear: 'Nuclear Option'
Sunday, April 02, 2017
We consider what might happen if Senate Republicans resort to the "nuclear option" of changing Senate rules to thwart a potential Democratic filibuster of Supreme Court Justice nominee Neil Gorsuch.
#NPRpoetry Month: Vince Staples Reads His Favorite Twitter Poems
Sunday, April 02, 2017
Today's selections grapple with the existential crisis presented by string cheese, plus rapper Vince Staples shares a couple of his favorites from #NPRPoetry.
NPR Poetry Month Kicks Off With Your Twitter Submissions
Saturday, April 01, 2017
It's April 1st! And the first day of our NPR Poetry month, where we ask listeners to tweet us their poems using #NPRpoetry. Today's selection reveals a poet's day job as a scientist.
'Madame President' Author On 'Street Cred,' Economic Power Of Ellen Johnson Sirleaf
Saturday, April 01, 2017
Helene Cooper's new book "Madame President" takes a detailed look at the life and career of Ellen Johnson Sirleaf, the first female president of Liberia.
Mississippi State Ends UConn's 111-Game Winning Streak
Saturday, April 01, 2017
The Mississippi State University women's basketball team ended the University of Connecticut's winning streak, in an upset victory in the semifinals of the NCAA tournament.
New West Bank Settlement Approval Appears To Defy Ambiguous 'Policy Of Restraint'
Saturday, April 01, 2017
Israel's Security Cabinet approved construction of the first Jewish West Bank settlements in 20 years. Martin Indyk, former Ambassador to Israel, discusses how this affects U.S.-Israel relations.
It May Be Too Soon For Congress To Grant Flynn Immunity In Inquiry Over Russia Ties
Saturday, April 01, 2017
NPR's Michel Martin speaks with Stephen Saltzburg, a law professor at George Washington University about why Michael Flynn would want immunity before testifying in front of congressional committees.
U.S. Acknowledges Mosul Airstrikes That Residents Say Killed More Than 100 Civilians
Sunday, March 26, 2017
Loveday Morris, Washington Post Baghdad bureau chief, says if confirmed, the deadly airstrike marks the most civilian causalities since the U.S. began fighting ISIS in 2014.
Words You'll Hear: Freedom Caucus' Role In Health Care Bill Withdrawal
Sunday, March 26, 2017
We look at the House Freedom Caucus, a key Republican faction that opposed the American Health Care Act. The GOP healthcare bill was later withdrawn over lack of support.
How Much Are Colin Kaepernick's Political Views Impacting His Unsigned Status?
Sunday, March 26, 2017
NPR's Michel Martin speaks with NFL commentator Bucky Brooks about former 49ers quarterback Colin Kaepernick's apparent difficulties finding a new team.
If Congress Kills FCC Privacy Rules, 'Little' Would Protect Consumers From Providers
Sunday, March 26, 2017
The Senate overturned Obama-era internet privacy rules. Electronic Frontier Foundation's Jeremy Gillula says the measure would make it easier for companies to share online activity without permission.
Failed House Vote Is 'A Great Opportunity' For Republicans, Former House Leader Says
Saturday, March 25, 2017
"Now we can back up and do the things that should have been done," Republican Tom DeLay says. The former House Majority Leader discusses what the withdrawal of the AHCA means for his party's future.
DNC Chair On ACHA Withdrawal: 'It Was A Good Day For The Good Guys'
Saturday, March 25, 2017
DNC Chair Tom Perez reacts to Trump's statement that Democrats are responsible for the ACA repeal failure, which Perez calls a good moment for 24 million who were going to lose their health insurance.
What Does Failed Repeal Of Affordable Care Act Mean For Current Health Care Law?
Saturday, March 25, 2017
House Republicans have backed away from the American Health Care Act. Mary Agnes Carey, senior correspondent at Kaiser Health News, breaks down what this means for the current health care law
Calling On Help From Public, Investigators Piece Together London Attacker's Past
Saturday, March 25, 2017
NPR reports on the latest on the attack earlier this week in London that killed five people, including the attacker, and injured at least 50.