Before dying, she made a fund to cancel others' medical debt — nearly $70m worth
Casey McIntyre decided she wanted her legacy to be clearing medical debt. But her husband says they never dreamed it would get this big.
Health & Safety
University of North Carolina shooting suspect found unfit for trial, sent to mental health facility
The University of North Carolina graduate student charged with fatally shooting his faculty adviser has been found unfit for trial after two mental evaluations, a judge ruled Monday.
New Zealand's new government plans to roll back cigarette ban as it funds tax cuts
Prime Minister Chris Luxon was sworn in on Monday — and strict anti-smoking laws are set to become a casualty of the compromises needed to form a governing coalition.
'Today, your son is my son': A doctor's words offer comfort before surgery
Before Calvin Lowe's young son went in for a major operation, his doctor shared a comforting message.
Life Kit: How to log off
Lots of people struggle to put their phone down. And lots of solutions say to just log off, but it's not always that easy. NPR's Life Kit has tips on how to log off.
Dog walking injuries can be surprisingly common
A study from Johns Hopkins University reveals the extent of dog walking injuries that are bad enough to send people to the ER. (This story first aired on Weekend Edition on May 13, 2023.)
For some people struggling with addictions, spending time with horses is healing
Equine therapy can help those struggling with drug and alcohol addiction. Two men receiving treatment near Philadelphia talk with NPR's Scott Simon about their special bond with horses.
Facing my wife's dementia: Should I fly off to see our grandkids without her?
After 40 years of living and travelling together, a writer considers a trip without his wife. He can't explain where he's going or why he can't bring her along.
FDA investigates growing salmonella outbreak linked to recalled cantaloupe
At least 45 people were hospitalized with salmonella poisoning linked to recalled whole and pre-cut fruit. The illnesses occurred in a majority of U.S. states and in Canada.
After the Dobbs decision, birth rates are up in states with abortion ban states
NPR's Ari Shapiro talks with Caitlin Myers, co-author of a study that shows that births have increased in states that have abortion bans.