Some food pantries are benefiting from home chicken keepers’ desire to keep collecting the birds as pets, which results in more eggs than they can handle. But sometimes it can be hard to find takers.
Government Expands Air Bag Investigation To Include More Than 12 Million Vehicles
A component responsible for detecting a crash and deploying air bags has been malfunctioning due to electrical interference, the National Highway Transportation Safety Administration says.
Henry Bloch, Co-Founder Of H&R Block, Dies At 96
Bloch, along with his brother Richard, started the business as the IRS was phasing out its free tax prep service. They changed the “h” in their last name to a “k” so it would be easier to pronounce.
Drug Distributor And Former Execs Face First Criminal Charges In Opioid Crisis
A DEA official said the indictments are meant to send “shock waves” through the pharmaceutical industry to remind it of its responsibility to help control prescription medications.
World’s First Malaria Vaccine Launches In Sub-Saharan Africa
It took more than 30 years to develop. The hope is it will eventually save tens of thousands of lives each year. But there are a few issues.
See 200 Years Of Twists And Turns Of Census Citizenship Questions
A citizenship question has not been included among the census questions for every household in almost 70 years. The Trump administration wants to change that with the upcoming 2020 census.
Egypt Approves Constitutional Changes That Could Keep Sissi In Office Until 2030
The amendments, which were approved by nearly 90% of voters, further entrench the power of the military and extend the power of Egyptian President Abdel-Fattah el-Sissi.
Mass Funerals Begin In A Grieving Sri Lanka
Mourners and religious leaders gathered to say goodbye to more than 300 people who died in a string of bombings on Sunday at churches and hotels. Among the dead are 45 children.
India Is Changing Some Cities’ Names, And Muslims Fear Their Heritage Is Being Erased
Officials have been altering names to become more Hinducentric. “It is very dangerous for national integrity and unity,” says a historian. The changes accelerated ahead of this year’s elections.
Timeline: The Census Citizenship Question’s Unusual Journey To The Supreme Court
A trail of internal emails, memos and other court filings show how the Trump administration pushed to get a citizenship question on the 2020 census despite warnings of how it may undermine the count.
After 2 Hurricanes, A ‘Floodgate’ Of Mental Health Issues In The Virgin Islands
The new governor of the U.S. Virgin Islands has issued a territory-wide mental health state of emergency, after two hurricanes in 2017 caused widespread trauma and stress among islanders.
Drowning In Parenting Advice? Here’s Some Advice For That
In her new book, Cribsheet, economist Emily Oster offers a lifeline to parents overwhelmed by contradictory parenting guidance. She offers a data-driven, and common-sense, approach to raising a baby.
‘The Moment Of Lift’ Is More Of A Whisper Than A Call To Action
If Melinda Gates had fully owned her goal — writing a book that would strengthen some readers’ abortion-rights convictions and open others’ minds — she would have called for greater advocacy.
Glenda Jackson On Playing King Lear: Gender Barriers ‘Crack’ With Age
The 82-year-old British actor is currently playing Shakespeare’s famed tragic figure on Broadway. “Doors have opened for women that were firmly locked many decades ago,” she says.
2 Earthquakes Shake The Philippines; At Least 16 Dead
Rescuers continue to search for survivors of Monday’s quake, which trapped people in a collapsed supermarket in Pampanga province and caused panicked office workers to flee buildings in Manila.
The Doctor Killed In Friday’s Ebola Attack Was Dedicated … But Also Afraid
Dr. Richard Valery Mouzoko Kiboung of Cameroon arrived in the Democratic Republic of the Congo just four weeks ago – and was increasingly worried about his safety.
Bob Mould Reflects On Albums He Loved As A Youth With ‘Sunshine Rock’
The influential musician to the punk and hardcore scene returns with new latest album, Sunshine Rock.
More Democrats Call For Impeachment Proceedings Against President Trump
Following the release of the Mueller report, a number of the 2020 Democratic candidates, like their colleagues in Congress, are debating how to hold President Trump accountable for his actions.
The Affluent Homeless: A Sleeping Pod, A Hired Desk And A Handful Of Clothes
Many young people participate in the rental economy. They own less stuff than their parents’ generation, and they rent or share a lot more. For some it’s a choice; for others, a necessity.
Court Says Using Chalk On Tires For Parking Enforcement Violates Constitution
Physically marking a tire without a warrant is a violation of the Fourth Amendment, a federal appeals court ruled. The amendment protects people from unreasonable searches and seizures.
The Cranberries’ Final Album Celebrates The New Beginning Dolores O’Riordan Wanted
When Dolores O’Riordan died in 2018, she left behind vocal tracks of what was intended to be The Cranberries’ new album. Now, remaining band members have completed the album in her memory.
President Trump To Pay A State Visit To U.K. In June, At Queen’s Invitation
The state visit will come nearly a year after Trump’s first trip to the U.K. as president, when he and the first lady met Queen Elizabeth II for tea.
All Ears: Listening For The Meaning Between The Words
As the work of many experimental and pop musicians shows, sounds made by a body that don’t cohere into recognizable language can still have emotional clarity.
In McEwan’s Latest, The ‘Machine’ Is Too Much Like You
Ian McEwan imagines an alternate, technologically-advanced 1982 England in his new novel, in which the development of lifelike, artificially intelligent cyborgs leads to some uncomfortable questions.
Sri Lankan Official Says Bombings Are Retaliation For New Zealand Massacre
Two Islamist groups have been blamed for the attacks. The government is facing criticism for failing to prevent the attacks — or even alert possible targets — despite getting prior intelligence.
At The U.S.-Mexico Border, Volunteer Medics Step In To Care For Migrants
From a mother with belly pain to a teen girl with a possibly infected tooth, volunteer medics are treating migrants once they’ve been released from government custody.
Hospitals Chafe Under A Medicare Rule That Reduces Payments To Far-Flung Clinics
Hospital-owned clinics that are miles away should be reimbursed at the same rates as an independent doctor, but not more, Medicare says. That new rule could save taxpayers $380 million in 2019.
A Decade Of Implications At Stake, Supreme Court Hears Census Citizenship Question
The justices are weighing whether the Trump administration can include a citizenship question on the 2020 census. A decision is expected this summer, when printing of the census forms is set to begin.
Key U.S. Attorney, Swept Into Russia Investigation, May Prosecute WikiLeaks Case
Zachary Terwilliger started at the Justice Department as an intern in high school. Now, he is the U.S. attorney for the Eastern District of Virginia, in the intelligence community’s backyard.
Reuters Journalists Jailed In Myanmar Lose Appeal, Will Stay In Prison
Wa Lone and Kyaw Soe Oo were jailed for allegedly violating Myanmar’s Official Secrets Act. They claimed they were framed by police after uncovering evidence of a massacre against Rohingya Muslims.
Alleged Leader Of Border Militia Facing Federal Firearms Charges In New Mexico
Larry Hopkins has a felony record dating back 23 years. Federal officials are not saying why he’s charged now with offenses committed in 2017.
Samsung Delays Launch Of $2,000 Folding Phone After Reviewers Find Broken Screens
The Galaxy Fold was due to go on sale this Friday, but reviewers discovered bulges, flickering and other problems with its 7.3-inch screen. Samsung says it plans to run further tests.
Huge Bets, Fast Buzzer: Sports Bettor Smashes ‘Jeopardy!’ Records
Over his 12-day winning streak, James Holzhauer now holds the top five slots for single-day winning records on the show. “You need to pick your spots and bet big,” he tells NPR.
Sri Lanka’s Easter Bombings Bring Renewed Violence To A Long-Troubled Country
Here are some key things to know about Sunday’s deadly attacks, the group that Sri Lanka blames for perpetrating them — and the country’s complicated history.
After Sri Lanka Attacks, Islamist Group Blamed And Victims Named
Sri Lankans mourned the deaths of more than 300 people who were caught in Easter Sunday’s coordinated church and hotel bombings. Officials blamed the National Thowfeek Jamaath, a local militant group.
Lost Pup Finds New Life As Humanitarian Mascot In Refugee Camp
The puppy started following a team that was cleaning up the beach in Bangladesh. And now he is an Instagram star.