How Kenya Got To Be #3 On A Survey Of Most Generous Nations
In the latest World Giving Index, global giving was down. But there were exceptions — especially in Africa.
Health & Safety
YouTube Faces Increased Criticism That It's Unsafe For Kids
Many videos on the site feature popular characters in upsetting and violent situations, and some videos of children have attracted pedophilic comments. YouTube says it is toughening its approach.
Texans With HIV Cope With Homes And Medicines Ruined By Hurricane Harvey
The hurricane closed pharmacies and clinics for a week or longer. Floodwaters spoiled drugs. People who fled to other states couldn't get their prescriptions filled for HIV medicine.
Apps Can Cut Blue Light From Devices, But Do They Help You Sleep?
Lots of phone and tablet apps promise to improve sleep by filtering out the blue light from device screens. But that won't help if the reason you're not getting enough shut-eye is caffeine or stress.
Saving Lives Via Text Message
The suicide rate for teenage girls is at a 40-year high. A nonprofit called Crisis Text Line is providing help — sometimes lifesaving help — through a medium trusted by young people: text messages.
Should Hospitals Be Punished For Post-Surgical Patients' Opioid Addiction?
Many surgeons prescribe strong pain medicine without knowing how much their patients actually need. A group of doctors says hospitals should be accountable for patients' long-term opioid use.
Volunteering Abroad? Read This Before You Post That Selfie
You may think it's a noble idea to photograph yourself helping poor children in a faraway country. A new campaign has a different perspective.
The Insurance Company Paid For Opioids, But Not Cold Therapy
It seemed like such a good idea: Use cold therapy to reduce the need for opioid painkillers after shoulder surgery. But this woman's insurance company said no dice.
PHOTOS: People Think The Twins Of Abidjan Can Make A Wish Come True
Photographer Anush Babajanyan discovered an unusual belief about twins when she visited the Ivory Coast.
How One Pop-Up Restaurant Is Fighting Stigma Against HIV/AIDS
A Toronto pop-up restaurant serves food prepared by chefs living with HIV/AIDS. NPR's Elise Hu talks to Joanne Simons, CEO of the Casey House hospital, about how the eatery breaks down stigma.