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- Trying to avoid cyclosporiasis? Wash your hands, wash your produce
NPR's Mary Louise Kelly discusses recent U.S. cyclosporiasis outbreaks with Kali Kniel, a University of Delaware professor specializing in microbial food safety. The conversation emphasizes handwashing and produce cleaning to prevent infection.
- Former U.S. ambassador on Turkey hosting the NATO summit
NPR's Steve Inskeep speaks with David Satterfield about Turkey hosting the NATO summit. The discussion focuses on the significance of the event.
- Iranian-American scholar discusses ayatollah's funeral and country's future
NPR's Michel Martin interviews Iranian-American scholar Kian Tajbakhsh about Iran's leadership and the funeral of Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei. The discussion focuses on the implications of the funeral and Iran's future political direction.
- NPR’s Nina Totenberg long history of controversies, from plagiarism and ethics concerns to Alito retraction
NPR legal affairs correspondent Nina Totenberg retracted a false report claiming Supreme Court Justice Samuel Alito was retiring. The article highlights her past controversies, including plagiarism at National Observer in 1972 and ethics disputes over uncredited reporting on Supreme Court nominations.
- As a heatwave grips the U.S., a look at how extreme heat affects the body
A heatwave is affecting the U.S., prompting NPR's A Martinez to interview W. Larry Kenney, a Penn State University physiology and kinesiology professor, about the effects of extreme heat on the human body.
- America at 250: Poll finds nation divided over its future
A PBS News/NPR/Marist poll indicates the U.S. is divided over its future, with most Americans believing the nation has drifted from its founding ideals. A growing number of respondents suggest violence might be necessary to realign the country.
- NPR’s Alito retirement blunder raises eyebrows after reporter’s ‘not plausible’ explanation stuns media world
NPR retracted a story by legal affairs correspondent Nina Totenberg who incorrectly reported that Alito was retiring. The error raised concerns and prompted media scrutiny due to the implausible explanation provided by the reporter.
- NPR reporter explains retracted story on Alito’s retirement
NPR journalist Nina Totenberg discussed the events leading to a retracted story about Supreme Court Justice Samuel Alito retiring. The outlet issued an editor’s note retracting the report, stating it had published a story about Alito retiring but later corrected it.
- NPR reveals how a misheard announcement led to it falsely claiming Justice Alito was retiring
NPR retracted a false report claiming Supreme Court Justice Samuel Alito was retiring after a misheard announcement by legal affairs correspondent Nina Totenberg. Totenberg apologized for the error, and sources confirmed Alito is not retiring this term.
- NPR retracts article mistakenly reporting Justice Alito’s retirement, citing misunderstanding
NPR retracted an article mistakenly reporting Supreme Court Justice Samuel Alito's retirement due to a misunderstanding of Chief Justice John Roberts' statement. The error by reporter Nina Totenberg led to an apology and explanation, with the story being retracted after being posted live briefly.
- NPR retracts article mistakenly reporting Justice Alito's retirement, citing misunderstanding
NPR retracted an article falsely reporting Supreme Court Justice Samuel Alito's retirement, attributed to a misunderstanding of Chief Justice John Roberts' statement by reporter Nina Totenberg. The error was quickly corrected, with apologies from NPR's leadership and an explanation from its public editor.
- A Tough Day for NPR
NPR erroneously published a report claiming Supreme Court Justice Samuel Alito had retired, later retracted it after the Court denied the claim. The error stemmed from reporter Nina Totenberg mishearing a statement and using a prewritten story, which included a typo. The mistake caused widespread retraction efforts and amplified media chaos during a busy ruling day.
- NPR retracts article incorrectly reporting Justice Alito's retirement, citing 'misunderstanding'
NPR retracted an article falsely reporting that Justice Samuel Alito was retiring, attributing the error to a misunderstanding. The report by Nina Totenberg was quickly removed after the Supreme Court's public information office denied the claim, and NPR issued an apology for the confusion.
- Inside the coordinated strategy to radically reshape US immigration
President Donald Trump's administration has implemented a multi-faceted strategy to curb immigration through increased enforcement funding, removal of legal pathways, court system reforms, and expanded detention infrastructure. The Supreme Court and lower courts have issued mixed rulings on these measures, with some policies upheld and others blocked. NPR's Ximena Bustillo reports on the strategy's components and impacts across Arizona, California, and New York.
- Inside the coordinated strategy to radically reshape U.S. immigration
The Supreme Court is considering the Trump administration's attempt to revoke birthright citizenship. The White House has implemented measures to reduce both illegal and legal immigration.
- Federal money for workforce training begins, but few programs qualify
A federal program allowing funds for short-term workforce training began on July 1, but only 11 states have developed roadmaps for colleges to apply. The initiative highlights limited state-level preparation despite the program's launch.
- Tamara Keith and Amy Walter on Trump's focus on the SAVE Act
The Supreme Court expanded presidential authority while rejecting President Trump's effort to restrict mail-in voting. Trump is focusing on the SAVE Act, and progressive candidates are winning Democratic primaries.
- PBS CEO recounts dramatic year for organzation, calls legal battle with Trump 'the most sobering moment'
PBS CEO Paula Kerger described a challenging year marked by revoked federal funding under President Trump, legal battles, and financial strain on PBS stations. The organization faced layoffs, canceled initiatives, and a failed Senate effort to restore funding despite outreach to figures like Ken Burns.
- Aid worker talks about the rescue efforts underway in Venezuela
An aid worker from the United Nations Disaster Assessment and Coordination team discusses ongoing rescue efforts in Venezuela following an earthquake. The conversation with NPR's Steve Inskeep highlights the search for survivors trapped under rubble.
- Venezuela races to find survivors
Venezuela is in a critical stage of searching for survivors. Rescue crews in La Guaira are still hoping to find people alive, as reported by NPR's Eyder Peralta.
- Reporter's Notebook: What its like to report from an Ebola outbreak
An NPR reporter describes the experience of covering an Ebola outbreak in eastern Congo, emphasizing the need for extra precautions. The article provides insights into reporting challenges during the crisis.
- A historian analyzes whether Ukraine has a localized advantage in modern combat power
NPR's Scott Simon discusses with strategic studies professor Phillips O'Brien whether Ukraine has gained a combat advantage over Russia. The analysis focuses on Ukraine's localized modern combat power in the ongoing conflict.
- Inside a secretive Ukrainian team launching deep drone strikes at Russia
Ukraine's long-range drones are striking deep inside Russia, up to 1,200 miles away, targeting oil refineries and depots. NPR recently spent time with one of the Ukrainian strike teams launching these attacks.
- Inside a secretive Ukrainian team launching deep drone strikes at Russia
Ukraine's long-range drones are striking deep inside Russia, up to 1,200 miles away, targeting oil refineries and depots. NPR recently spent time with a Ukrainian strike team launching these drone attacks.
- Former U.S. ambassador to NATO on the relationship between the alliance and Trump
NPR's Michel Martin interviews Kurt Volker about the relationship between NATO and President Trump. The discussion focuses on the dynamics between the alliance and Trump.
- In the Ebola epicenter, a gold-mining town reacts with fear, disbelief and grit
NPR reports on the challenges of containing Ebola in Mongbwalu, a gold-mining town in the Democratic Republic of Congo. Residents face obstacles including limited supplies and skepticism about the virus's existence.
- In the Ebola epicenter, a gold-mining town reacts with fear, disbelief and grit
NPR reports on the challenges of containing Ebola in Mongbwalu, Democratic Republic of Congo, where residents face a lack of supplies and skepticism about the virus's existence.
- In the Ebola epicenter, a gold-mining town reacts with fear, disbelief and grit
NPR reports on the challenges of containing Ebola in Mongbwalu, Democratic Republic of Congo, where obstacles include a lack of supplies and residents doubting the virus's existence. The town, a gold-mining area, faces fear and disbelief amid the outbreak.
- How to protect yourself from ticks
The article discusses how to avoid ticks during tick season, highlighting NPR's consultation with two experts on tick bites and behavior.
- Opinion: How I used public radio to recruit 20,000 participants for a peer-reviewed study on walking breaks
A study co-led by NPR and Columbia University Medical Center's Keith Diaz recruited over 20,000 participants across 50 states to test the feasibility of short walking breaks every 30 minutes, hourly, or every two hours. The peer-reviewed findings were published in the British Journal of Sports Medicine and aimed to assess real-world applicability of movement breaks to counteract sedentary lifestyles.
- Tamara Keith and Amy Walter on GOP’s new rifts over Iran
Tamara Keith and Amy Walter discuss growing divisions within the GOP over Iran policy and internal Democratic conflicts in New York primaries. The article highlights tensions between Trump and GOP leaders on Capitol Hill and progressive versus moderate clashes in Democratic primaries.
- A new wave of election cases
The Supreme Court is preparing to issue 17 opinions by early July, with at least two opinion announcement days this week. The court faces new election-related cases involving state laws on voting rules, including challenges to laws in Arkansas, Texas, Arizona, and Pennsylvania. Additionally, law students are petitioning the court to address workplace protections for federal judiciary employees.
- Former diplomat on how Israelis are reacting to the U.S.-Iran talks
NPR's Steve Inskeep interviews Alon Pinkas, a former Israeli diplomat, about Israeli public reactions to the U.S.-Iran agreement. The discussion focuses on how Israelis perceive the diplomatic developments between the two countries.
- Recent studies show fathers' brains change after bringing home a new baby
Recent studies indicate that fathers' brains undergo changes after welcoming a new baby. NPR's Ayesha Rascoe discusses this phenomenon with Washington Post journalist Richard Sima.
- What could make a peace deal with Iran viable? One expert weighs in
NPR's Ayesha Rascoe discusses with Ali Vaez, director of the Iran Project at the International Crisis Group, the U.S.-Iran memorandum of understanding and priorities for a future peace deal.
- Israel's growing fight over Palestinian symbols
The article discusses the debate in Israel over the Palestinian flag, with some viewing it as a symbol of identity and others as a challenge to the state. NPR's Itay Stern reports on this issue.
- Iran claims Hormuz closure, U.S. says ships still passing
Iran claims to have closed the Strait of Hormuz again, while the U.S. military states that traffic is still flowing. NPR's Jane Arraf reports from Beirut.
- A top pulmonologist reviews advancements in the 'War on Cancer' over the past 50 years
A top pulmonologist reviews advancements in the 'War on Cancer' over the past 50 years. NPR's Scott Simon discusses progress in cancer treatment with Dr. Robert A. Winn.
- These nuns spent a lifetime helping others. In their last years, who will help them?
The sisters of Uganda, who have served as teachers and health-care advocates, require assistance in their later years. The article questions who will support them as they age.
- These nuns spent a lifetime helping others. In their last years, who will help them?
The sisters of Uganda, who are teachers and health-care advocates, have spent their lives helping others but now require assistance in their later years. The article questions who will support them.