Protesters are demanding that a military council give up power to civilians. Four days after longtime president Omar al-Bashir was removed in a coup, protesters faced off against troops in Khartoum.
Teen Dating Violence Can Lead To Homicide — And Girls Are The Most Common Victims
A study finds that about 7 percent of all teen homicides between 2003 and 2016 were committed by a romantic partner. The majority of victims were teen girls.
No Fake Drugs, More Jobs For Youth, End Child Sexual Abuse Online: A Vision For 2030
The 5 recipients of the Skoll Awards for Social Entrepreneurship predict how their projects will make the world a better place.
Bangladesh Struggles To Cope With Pressures Of Hosting 1 Million Rohingya Refugees
“We’re being outnumbered by the sheer number of the refugee population,” says Mohammad Abul Kalam, the head of Bangladesh’s Refugee Relief and Repatriation Commission in Cox’s Bazar.
On Tax Day, The IRS Is Short Of Money
The agency’s budget has been cut sharply over the past decade. That means fewer audits. The Trump administration says those cuts may have gone too far and it’s seeking more money for tax enforcement.
Robert Mueller’s Russia Report Is Coming Thursday. Here’s What You Need To Know
The questions and answers you need in order to prepare for the arrival of the hottest new 400-page document in Washington.
Mueller Report Release Will Likely Escalate Tensions Between Trump And Congress
And unlike the attorney general’s predecessors who were caught between warring branches of government, William Barr seems intent on being at the center of the conflict.
‘Women’s Work’ Delves Into Gender Roles At Home And Relationships With Domestic Help
Former L.A. Times foreign correspondent Megan Stack talks with NPR about her new book, her relationships with her nannies, and the need to further involve men in conversations about work in the home.
For Kids With Anxiety, Parents Learn To Let Them Face Their Fears
For some kids with anxiety disorders, a new study suggests the best treatment might be teaching their parents new parenting skills.
‘Game Of Thrones’ Season 8, Episode 1: ‘Nothing Lasts’
The first episode of the final season was dense with reunions, recriminations and revelations as just about the entire cast made it to Winterfell.
Do You Love Lying In Bed? Get Paid By NASA To Do It For Space Research
Researchers are currently looking for candidates who will stay in bed 24 hours a day, seven days a week for 60 straight days for a study on how the body adapts to weightlessness.
Trump Spokesman Calls Plan To Send Immigrants To ‘Sanctuary Cities’ An ‘Olive Branch’
White House Deputy Press Secretary Hogan Bidley said a threat by President Trump to send detained immigrants to sanctuary cities should not be seen as a form of “political retribution.”
With A Wingspan Wider Than A Football Field, The World’s Largest Plane Takes Flight
The Stratolaunch is the world’s largest plane by wingspan. During its first test flight on Saturday, the plane reached an altitude of 17,000 feet and a speed of 189 mph.
High Stress Drives Up Your Risk Of A Heart Attack. Here’s How To Chill Out
A study of siblings finds those who have a stress-related disorder have a 60 percent higher risk of heart attack or other cardiovascular event, compared to their less-stressed brothers and sisters.
Tiger Woods Wins His 5th Masters Title, Marking A Career Comeback
Sunday’s victory at Augusta came nearly 11 years after Woods’ last major title and capped a remarkable personal comeback for Woods after facing career-threatening injuries.
At Least 8 People Dead As Severe Weather Moves Across Southern U.S.
Three children died after a tree struck a vehicle in eastern Texas and flash floods hit Lousiana. Severe weather warnings are in effect for regions from Ohio to southern New York to northern Florida.
How Can We Be Sure Artificial Intelligence Is Safe For Medical Use?
Software that can replace doctors for certain tasks has a big responsibility. The Food and Drug Administration is now figuring out how to determine when computer algorithms are safe and effective.
With Indian Elections Underway, The Vote Is Also A Referendum On Hindu Nationalism
Many see India’s election as a turning point in which the country may seek to redefine itself via Hinduism, its majority faith. Secularism has become “a four-letter word,” says one expert.
‘Debatable’ List Of ‘100 Most Jewish’ Foods Leaves Plenty Of Room For Kibbitzing
As families around the country fill their freezers with matzo balls and gefilte fish in preparation for the coming Passover Seder, a new book asks: What does it mean for a food to be Jewish?
Watch BTS Further Its Quest For World Domination On The ‘SNL’ Stage
The multilingual boy-band juggernaut, SNL’s first musical guest from South Korea, performed kinetically choreographed renditions of “Boy With Luv” and “MIC Drop.”
‘I Love You, But You’re Wrong,’ And Other Salvos On The Front Lines Of Civility
Don’t talk politics with strangers, we’re told. But these days, conversations with even those closest to us can be fraught. How are friends, families keeping things civil across the political divide?
Pete Buttigieg Helped Transform South Bend As Mayor, But Some Feel Left Out
On the campaign trail he talks a lot about how being mayor since 2012 of the once-industrial city in northern Indiana has prepared him to be president of the United States.
The Wait Is Almost Over For The (Almost) Full Mueller Report To Be Released
After a letter detailing the special counsel’s principal findings — which the GOP saw as a vindication for Trump — the attorney general is expected to release the lengthy report, with redactions.
‘Uncharted Waters’: Union Tells Hollywood Writers To Fire Their Agents
The abrupt directive on Friday followed a breakdown in talks over proposed changes to the agreement that has guided the basic business relationship between writers and agents for the past 43 years.
Cellist Yo-Yo Ma Plays Bach In Shadow Of Border Crossing
The world-renowned cellist brought his Bach Project to the sister cities of Laredo, Texas, and Nuevo Laredo, Mexico, on Saturday.
Former ‘Ebony’ Publisher Declares Bankruptcy, And An Era Ends
For millions of African-Americans who did not otherwise see themselves in the mainstream media, Ebony was more than a magazine. It was a public trust. This week marks its final chapter.
Can This Breakfast Cereal Help Save The Planet?
Some environmentalists say food production needs a fundamental reboot, with crops that stay rooted in the soil for years, like Kernza, a prairie grass. Even General Mills says it likes the idea.
Supporters Sue To Open Safe Injection Site In Philadelphia, Citing Religious Freedom
A Philadelphia group hopes to open a site for people to use drugs under medical supervision. Faced with legal challenges, the group is making a moral and religious case for its proposed facility.
In Colombia’s Coca Heartland, Photos And Drawings Show Life Between War And Peace
A Venezuelan photographer travels to a Colombian coca-growing region and uses instant photography and drawings to portray a country in limbo.
For Some Quidditch Players, The Magic Wears Off As Injury Risks Grow Clearer
Concussions, broken bones, and torn ligaments are a few serious injury concerns in Quidditch — a new sport where the rules are still evolving, and players are testing the safety of them.
Whistleblower Protections Key Tool To Investigators Probing Waste And Abuse Of Power
The independent agency that provides legal protections to individuals revealing government waste or wrongdoing reports an uptick in those coming forward in recent years.
Taunted As A ‘Sissy Boy,’ Siddharth Dube Shares His Life Story In New Memoir
The public health advocate came of age in India when homosexuality was outlawed. He reflects on his experiences in An Indefinite Sentence: A Personal History of Outlawed Love and Sex.
How One Mother’s Battle Is Changing Police Training On Disabilities
Patti Saylor’s son, Ethan, died after an encounter with law enforcement when he was 26. She believes the incident could have been prevented with better training.
Under Employers’ Gaze, Gen Z Is Biting Its Tongue On Social Media
The post-millennial generation, known as Generation Z, is entering the workforce at a time when 70 percent of employers check social media during the hiring process.
Trump Administration To Allow 2,700 Central American Children Into The U.S.
A federal court settlement benefits those who had been conditionally approved to join their parents already residing legally in the U.S. under an Obama administration program.
World Criminal Court Rejects Probe Into U.S. Actions In Afghanistan
The judges at the International Criminal Court said that the probe would be “inevitably doomed to failure.” It’s a victory for the White House, which has spoken out against an investigation.