100 years after evolution went on trial, the Scopes case still reverberates
One hundred years ago, the small town of Dayton, Tenn., became the unlikely stage for one of the most sensational trials in American history, over the teaching of Darwin's theory of evolution.
The thinking behind President Trump's tariffs
NPR's Ailsa Chang talks with Rana Foroohar, a columnist for the Financial Times, about President Trump's goal with tariffs.
Who loses in funding cuts to universities?
Proposed federal funding cuts to universities would have sweeping consequences that would impact local economies, scientific research and the institutions themselves.
Taking in the first signs of spring on a picnic in New York's Adirondack Mountains
NPR's Brian Mann and North Country Public Radio's David Sommerstein head into the high country for a spring picnic surrounded by sun -- and snow.
After protests, Turkey's opposition plans national economic boycott
Rights groups say 1,900 people were detained in weekend protests over the arrest of the opposition presidential candidate.
The world's most-visited museum can be tough to love. A new book offers advice
NPR's Mary Louise Kelly speaks to author and former New York Times Paris bureau chief Elaine Sciolino about the new book, How to Fall in Love with the Louvre.
Cory Booker uses many, many hours on senate floor to criticize Trump agenda
In D.C., New Jersey Senator Cory Booker has been giving a speech on the Senate floor since 7pm on Monday night, only yielding for questions from other Democrats.
The window to rescue people after Myanmar's earthquake is closing
Seventy-two hours after Friday's devastating earthquake in war-torn Myanmar, time may be running out before the focus of the relief effort shifts from rescue to recovery.
Three plays starring Oscar winners are currently leading the Broadway box office
Three plays with Oscar-winning celebrities are currently leading the Broadway box office.
All eyes on special congressional elections in Florida Tuesday
Florida's first and sixth Congressional districts are holding special elections this Tuesday.
