The comments of President Trump regarding foreign governments offering negative information about a political rival have renewed fears as old as the republic itself.
Mechanical Sex: The Relationship Between Intercourse And Intimacy
As a society, we talk about sex more openly today than ever before. But so much still goes unsaid. This week on the Hidden Brain radio show, complicated stories of intimacy and attraction.
Killing Coyotes Is Not As Effective As Once Thought, Researchers Say
Government agencies kill more than 68,000 coyotes a year to keep them from preying on livestock and big game. But scientists say tracking them might be a better solution.
Iran Denies U.S. Claim That It Attacked Tankers In Gulf Of Oman
Pointing to a U.S. military video, Trump maintained: “Iran did do it.” Meanwhile, the president of the Japanese company operating one of the tankers says he doesn’t believe a mine or torpedo was used.
‘Norco ’80’ Is A Gripping Account Of One Of America’s Most Notorious Bank Heists
Peter Houlahan’s account of the violent robbery and its aftermath is based on interviews with civilians, officers and robbers involved; his prose reads like a crime novel in the best way possible.
A Top Hong Kong Adviser Calls For Delay In Extradition Bill To ‘Mollify The Public’
The remarks made in a radio interview by Executive Council convener Bernard Chan, who said he underestimated opposition to the bill, come as Hong Kong braces for further protests over the weekend.
‘He’s In Our Soul’: Sisters Remember Their Dad’s Legacy On Father’s Day
At StoryCorps, Estela and Candi Reyes recount how a simple act of devotion helped them say goodbye to their beloved father. “Papito era lo máximo,” Estela said. “He was everything to us.”
A Not-So-Thrilling Ride For U.S.-Made Roller Coasters
China is a big customer for U.S.-made roller coasters. But since President Trump’s trade war, China has imposed steep tariffs on American rides. Some in the industry fear losing a lucrative market.
Why 2020 Democrats Are Lining Up For Clyburn’s ‘World Famous’ Fish Fry
The annual fish fry is hosted by Congressman James Clyburn. He’s the most influential Democrat in South Carolina politics, and as House Majority Whip, the highest-ranking black leader in Congress.
Why Air Ambulance Bills Are Still Sky-High
The median air ambulance bill is more than $36,000 and is seldom covered by health plans. So far, legislative hurdles and industry pressure have kept Congress from stepping in.
Beto O’Rourke Calls For A ‘Moonshot’ To Combat Climate Change
Former Texas Rep. Beto O’Rourke told NPR’s Steve Inskeep that “we’re going to have to free ourselves from the dependence we have on fossil fuels and that means a greater investment in solar and wind.”
Man Accused In New Zealand Mosque Shootings That Killed 51 Pleads Not Guilty
Australian Brenton Tarrant, 28, who appeared in Christchurch High Court via video link, smirked as his lawyer entered not guilty pleas on charges of terrorism, murder and attempted murder.
Toronto Raptors Clinch Their First NBA Title, Denying Warriors A 3-Peat
In Game 6 at the Warriors’ Oracle Arena in Oakland, Calif., the Raptors pulled out a 114-110 win in a heart-stopping game that is destined to become an NBA classic.
Mich. Prosecutors Drop Charges In Flint Water Investigation, But Promise New Probe
Prosecutors say the original criminal investigation into Flint’s drinking water scandal was compromised by a failure to pursue all available evidence.
Trump Turns Trade Talks Into Spectator Sport
President Trump plans to hold trade talks with his Chinese counterpart. The administration’s rhetoric is not the kind of dry, technocratic language one usually associates with trade negotiations.
Street In Front Of NASA Headquarters Renamed To Honor ‘Hidden Figures’
The name pays tribute to the legacy of African American women who played a major role in the space race but were long overlooked by history.
Who Made The Cut: DNC Announces Primary Debate Contenders
A total of 20 candidates will debate over two nights in late June. Among those who didn’t qualify: Montana Gov. Steve Bullock, who is arguing that the party should let him in.
New York Ends Religious Exemptions For Required Vaccines
Gov. Andrew Cuomo signed a bill passed by the Legislature Thursday, amid a “health crisis.” The measure also eliminates other nonmedical exemptions for schoolchildren.
Press Secretary Sarah Sanders To Leave The White House
President Trump announced the departure in a tweet on Thursday, calling Sanders “a very special person with extraordinary talents, who has done an incredible job!”
What Medicine Can Learn From Doctors And Researchers With Disabilities
Bonnielin Swenor has dedicated her life to helping vision-impaired patients. She also has low vision herself — and she is fighting to increase the presence of disabled people in science and medicine.
How Almonds Went From Deadly To Delicious
In a new study, researchers pinpoint the genetic mutation that transformed almonds from toxic and bitter to tasty and sweet.
Why Your Local Weather Forecast Is Going To Get Better
“Virtually any aspect of the weather forecast — whether it is temperature, or precipitation — will see overall improvement with this upgrade,” a National Weather Service scientist said.
Over-Enrolled, Virginia Tech Offers Some New Students Financial Incentives To Wait
The university is making 1,500 incoming freshmen eligible for options to delay enrollment, such as a gap year stipend. Now, students are trying to decide whether to take the offers.
FACT CHECK: Foreign Interference And ‘Opposition Research’ Are Not The Same
President Trump says he might be open to taking information from a foreign government in a future election, calling it a part of politics. But the law draws a distinction when foreigners are involved.
Kellyanne Conway Should Be Fired For Violating Ethics Law, Oversight Office Says
The White House adviser disregarded the Hatch Act by repeatedly criticizing Democratic candidates while speaking in her official capacity, the Office of Special Counsel finds.
Chris Froome’s 6-Hour Surgery ‘A Success,’ Team Says; Cyclist Crashed At 34 MPH
“First things first, the surgery was a success,” Team INEOS doctor Richard Usher said a day after Froome, the four-time Tour de France winner, suffered multiple fractures during a training ride.
‘Giants Of The Monsoon Forest’ Explores The Lives Of Working Elephants In Asia
With details at once compelling and disturbing, geographer Jacob Shell describes the lives of the elephants of mountainous Myanmar and northeastern India that haul timber or transport people.
WHO Weighs Declaring Global Health Emergency As Ebola Spreads In Africa
The latest outbreak has killed nearly 1,400 people in Democratic Republic of the Congo, but new cases in neighboring Uganda have raised further concern at the World Health Organization.
Ban On Abortion Funding Stays In House Bill As 2020 Democrats Promise Repeal
Presidential candidates oppose the Hyde Amendment, which bars federal funding for abortion services. But House Democrats kept it in a spending package that’s expected to pass in the coming days.
Federal Grants Restricted To Fighting Opioids Miss The Mark, States Say
The U.S. government has doled out at least $2.4 billion in state grants since 2017, specifically targeting the opioid epidemic. Yet drug abuse problems seldom involve only one substance.
As Legal Battle Persists, Census Citizenship Question Is Put To The Test
Close to a half million households in most of the U.S. are receiving letters for a last-minute experiment gauging how adding a citizenship question could affect how people respond to the 2020 census.
A Tense Calm Settles Over Hong Kong After Violence Between Police And Protesters
Most people appear to have abandoned the protests after riot police moved in with tear gas and rubber bullets to break up demonstrations against a proposed extradition law.
FBI Probing Why Some U.S. Tourists Have Died Mysteriously In The Dominican Republic
There are similarities in the rash of deaths. Most are described as happening suddenly, and several after an alcoholic drink.
Trump: If Offered Dirt By Foreign Government On 2020 Rival, ‘I Think I’d Take It’
President Trump dismissed such outreach as “oppo research” and contradicted his own FBI director, saying he would “maybe” notify the bureau — “if I thought there was something wrong.”
6 Suspects Detained In Shooting Of Former Baseball Star David Ortiz
Dominican Republic authorities say security video footage indicates a plot to kill the popular retired slugger. Ortiz is reported to be recuperating in a Boston hospital where he was flown.
The Swap: Less Processed Meat, More Plant-Based Foods May Boost Longevity
A new study of 80,000 people finds that those who ate the most red meat — especially processed meats such as bacon and hot dogs — had a higher risk of premature death compared with those who ate less.