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.
RFK Jr.'s SNAP changes have people worried about losing benefits altogether
Over 20 states are trying to bar people from using food assistance to buy candy and soda, and Robert F. Kennedy Jr. has said he'll expand the ban. Some recipients fear they may lose aid altogether.
The flag of Mexico has emerged as a symbol at the L.A. protests
Some protesters in LA have been waving the Mexican flag, drawing criticism from conservatives. The flag's use in such protests is fraught, and criticism often comes from the pro-immigrant movement.
The GOP megabill could cost trillions, putting focus on fiscal conservatism rhetoric
President Trump's signature domestic policy bill is estimated to add trillions to the deficit. And that's putting new focus on Republicans and their rhetoric about fiscal conservatism.
Nick Kroll and Andrew Rannells explain how 'I Don't Understand You' got made
The comedy horror film I Don't Understand You follows a couple's pre-adoption Italian vacation gone wrong in every way. NPR's Ari Shapiro speaks to the movie's stars, Andrew Rannells and Nick Kroll.
Should you track your blood sugar with a continuous glucose monitor?
A continuous glucose monitor is a small device that sticks to your arm. Every few minutes it sends a signal to your phone estimating your blood sugar levels. But can it improve your health?
She served the American people for 35 years. Now her retirement income is on the line
President Trump's "Big Beautiful Bill" making its way through Congress includes a significant cut to federal employees' retirement benefits.
What's behind the rhetoric about the protests in LA?
The rhetoric used by President Trump and pro-MAGA media is conflating words like "insurrection" and "invasion." Those terms also have specific legal meaning to justify using the military.
Jennifer Lyell, Southern Baptist sexual abuse whistle-blower, dies at 47
Jennifer Lyell, a prominent whistleblower within the Southern Baptist Convention who brought national attention to sexual abuse within the church, has died. She suffered from a series of strokes.
L.A. is quiet a day after downtown curfew
Things are quiet in Los Angeles the day after Mayor Karen Bass instituted a curfew for a small portion of downtown.