His resignation letter does not shed new light on the shooter’s possible motive. Officials say it suggests the gunman provided no sign of the violence to come.
iTunes’ Death Is All About How We Listen To Music Today
After 18 years, Apple is killing iTunes — sort of. The software is being broken into separate pieces for separate uses on Mac computers: Music, podcasts and TV will soon have their own apps.
In His U.K. Visit, Trump Navigates A Strained Trans-Atlantic Relationship
The U.S. president kicked off a trip to London this week in a test of the countries’ “special relationship.”
Astronomers Worry That Elon Musk’s New Satellites Will Ruin The View
The billionaire wants to deploy thousands of satellites in order to provide global Internet, but astronomers say they could create unsightly glare.
Sudanese Security Forces Open Fire On Protesters In Capital
Local media are reporting dozens of protesters have been killed. Demonstrators are demanding a quick transition to civilian rule following the ouster of Sudan’s president in April.
As Bombs Fall, A Neurosurgeon Tells How He Keeps Calm In Syria
Dr. Omar Ibrahim spoke to NPR via Skype from the only working hospital in south Idlib province. The staff, he says, has “just moved into the basement [because of] the attacks.”
Caster Semenya Hopes to ‘Run Free’ Again After Swiss Supreme Court Offers A Reprieve
“I hope that following my appeal I will once again be able to run free,” the Olympic champion athlete said Monday.
The Ramadan Podcast Where Muslims Take It Up A Notch From ‘Islam 101’
In the KPCC podcast “Tell Them, I Am,” host and producer Misha Euceph aims to give Muslims a space to define their identities outside of stereotypes and broad generalizations.
Lawrence Leathers, Grammy-Winning Jazz Drummer, Victim Of Suspected Murder
The 37-year-old drummer was found dead on Sunday in New York following an alleged altercation with his girlfriend and another individual.
2 Chinese Babies With Edited Genes May Face Higher Risk Of Premature Death
Analysis of DNA from more than 400,000 people in the U.K. suggests a genetic modification that protects against HIV may actually increase the overall risk of premature death.
Swedish Court Refuses Prosecutors’ Request To Detain Julian Assange
But Swedish prosecutor Eva-Marie Persson says the court agrees with her on key points, including that there is “still probable cause for the suspicions regarding rape.”
As The Line Into America Slows, Communities Form, And Wait, On The Mexican Side
U.S. border officials strictly limit the number of asylum seekers they allow to legally cross ports of entry every day, creating an enormous backlog of migrants in places like Matamoros.
‘Underland’ Connects Us To Dazzling Worlds Beneath Our Feet
The beauty of Robert Macfarlane’s writing, and of the natural world it describes, is immense. His words also act as a warning, ensuring a recognition of human harms to the environment.
Kelp Has Been Touted As The New Kale, But It Has Been Slow To Catch On
While the seaweed has a lot of things going for it in terms of nutrition and climate friendliness, the lack of infrastructure to process it and people’s tastes have not been quick to adopt it.
Trump Lands In U.K. For State Visit, And Insults London’s Mayor
The state visit may be more officious and formal than Trump’s tour of the U.K. last summer, but that didn’t stop the president from hurling insults at London Mayor Sadiq Khan.
Democrats’ Dilemma: Would Pushing For Mueller To Testify Hurt Or Help?
Outgoing special counsel Robert Mueller says there is no more for him to say about the Russia investigation. House Democrats disagree, but the politics of pressing the matter are delicate.
Johnson & Johnson, Under Fire, Has Track Record Of Weathering Trouble
The health care giant faces multiple lawsuits, including one over opioids. A reputation for corporate responsibility, dating back to the Tylenol scandal, offers some protection but no guarantee.
Some Boeing 737s May Have Faulty Wing Parts, FAA Warns
More than 300 of the planes, including some of the grounded Max versions, may have flawed parts on their wings. The problem is not considered something that could lead to a crash.
Michael Wolff Defends His Reporting Of New Trump Tell-All
The author of the forthcoming book Siege: Trump Under Fire, defended an explosive claim that had already been called into doubt before the book’s publication.
Leah Chase, The ‘Queen Of Creole Cuisine,’ Dies At 96
As executive chef and co-owner of Dooky Chase’s restaurant, Chase made the eatery a hub for the African American community of New Orleans and a meeting place for pioneers of the civil rights movement.
Stinking Rich? Malaysia Aims To Cash In On China’s Durian Craze
A single durian could fetch $100 in China, where appetite for the spiky, pungent fruit is booming. Now Malaysia wants to make durian a leading export, and the rush to plant and invest is on.
Virginia Beach Gunman Shot 2 Department Bosses In His Workplace Rampage
Officials are still exploring how the shooter’s employment status factored into his decision to commit a stunningly violent act at his workplace.
Massive Cruise Ship Crashes Into Port In Venice, Injuring At Least 5
It lost control after engine failure and slammed into a tourist boat and dock. The crash adds to growing criticism of cruise ships in the historic Italian city, risking harm to its infrastructure.
To Some Solar Users, Power Company Fees Are An Unfair Charge
Alabama has some of highest solar fees in the U.S. and critics say it’s hurting solar customers. It’s one of several states where utilities are proposing or raising fees for homes with rooftop solar.
Virginia Beach Shooting Survivor Says Victim Laid Down His Life To Save Colleagues
Christi Dewar, a government employee in Virginia Beach, says her co-worker Ryan Keith Cox died attempting to provide safety amid rapid gunfire.
We Asked, You Answered: Are Fly-In Medical Missions Helpful Or Harmful?
Our readers weigh in on volunteer missions, where Western medical workers spent a short time in a poor country providing free care.
Democratic Candidates Descend On California And Offer A Preview Of Fights To Come
Divides that could define this month’s first Democratic debates were on display Saturday when 11 presidential hopefuls addressed the California Democratic Party’s annual convention.
How To Talk About Sex (And Consent): 4 Lessons From The Kink Community
A lot of us stumble over conversations about sex. But people who are into kink make an art of talking about what they want or don’t want. Here’s their advice for making awkward talks sexy.
Why Are Gray Whales Dying? Researchers Cut Through The Blubber For Answers
More than 60 dead gray whales have washed up on Pacific coasts this year, the most in two decades. Researchers are trying to determine whether their food source is a problem, or climate change.
No Move To Tighten Building Codes As Hurricane Season Starts In Florida
Last year, Hurricane Michael shredded thousands of houses in Panama City, Fla., and surrounding areas that have long had some of Florida’s weakest building codes.
Thousands Wait In Juárez, Mexico, For A Chance At Sanctuary In The U.S.
Most people waiting are from Cuba and Central America, but increasingly Juárez has become a destination for migrants from all over the world who are fleeing violence and persecution.
Another Tick-Borne Disease To Worry About
Called ALSV, the virus causes headache and fever and was found in Inner Mongolia. Scientists say the discovery illustrates how much we still don’t know about ticks.
Immigrant Advocates Ask Court To Release Unaccompanied Minors Detained In Florida
A court settlement limits how long the government can detain immigrant minors. Administration officials say that facilities that hold the minors are only temporary.
Authorities Name 12 People Killed In Virginia Beach Shooting
Eleven of the 12 victims were city employees; one was a contractor. “They leave a void that we will never be able to fill,” City Manager Dave Hansen said Saturday.
Chinese Tourism To U.S. Is Down After Years Of Booming Growth
Fewer Chinese tourists have been visiting Hawaii, Arizona and other population destinations in recent years. The strong dollar has made travel more expensive, just as political tensions have grown.
‘Sordid Chapter’ Ends As Philippines Sends Back Canada’s Trash
“Baaaaaaaaa bye,” one Philippine official said as 69 shipping containers of rubbish started the journey back across the Pacific.