Cosby, In Sworn Deposition, Says He Paid Women To Keep Affairs Secret
In a New York Times exclusive based on new documents related to a 2005 case, the comedian presents himself "as an unapologetic, cavalier playboy."
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Carter Travels To Middle East To Pitch Iran Agreement
Following the Iran nuclear deal, the defense secretary visits Israel, Saudi Arabia and Jordan. NPR's Rachel Martin speaks with former diplomat Dennis Ross about U.S. allies' objections to the pact.
Former Cuba Diplomat Feels Joy, Relief As Havana Embassy Reopens
The U.S. will reopen its embassy in Havana Monday. Wayne S. Smith was there when it closed in 1961. He was later in charge of the U.S. Interests Section. NPR's Rachel Martin speaks with Smith.
As California Drought Wears On, LA Starts To Lose Its Trees
California's drought and mandatory conservation measures are taking a toll on Los Angeles' green spaces. First to go were lawns, and now people are not watering their trees.
What Ever Happened To The Boozy Cake In 'To Kill A Mockingbird'?
In Harper Lee's classic first novel, Scout Finch's neighbor is known for her Lane cakes. But it's now hard to find this Southern layered sponge cake filled with raisins and whiskey anywhere.
Big News: Tiny Parks Coming Soon To A Parking Spot Near You
The District of Columbia opened its first semipermanent tiny park. The parklet's creators hope the new space will encourage pedestrians to hang out, while others worry about losing parking spaces.
When Losing Memory Means Losing Home
As his Alzheimer's progresses, journalist Greg O'Brien and his wife have decided it's time to leave the home where they raised their three kids. The move is turning up some sweet discoveries.
Theodore Roosevelt's 'Summer White House' Reopens To The Public
The 26th U.S. President spent his summers at a mansion on an 83-acre estate on New York's Long Island. Sagamore Hill has reopened to visitors after a three-year restoration project costing $10 million.
Five Candidates, One Stage: Democrats Deliver Their 2016 Pitches
Martin O'Malley, Bernie Sanders, Hillary Clinton, Jim Webb and Lincoln Chafee all appeared together for the first time at a cattle call in Iowa on Friday. Each had 15 minutes to make a pitch.
What Hats Tell Us About American Men
A brief and incomplete study of men's hats in American history — and what they reveal.