50 years on, D.R. Congo commemorates boxing's 'Rumble in the Jungle'
The historic fight between Muhammad Ali and George Foreman is still revered as a cherished moment in the central African country's troubled history and has spurred an enduring love of boxing.
Reviewing 2016 With 'New Yorker' Satirist-In-Chief Andy Borowitz
Andy Borowitz's job is satirizing the news, which he does for the New Yorker's Borowitz Report. So what did he think of a year full of fabrications and fake news?
What It Means To Be Middle Class In America
Grattan and Evelyn Betancourt have been trying to retain ownership of their home in one of the wealthiest majority black counties in the U.S. NPR's Ari Shapiro checks back in with them.
Search For Answers In Missing Malaysia Flight Continues
This year has seen several developments in the search for Malaysia Airlines Flight 370. NPR's Geoff Brumfiel explains the latest analysis and fresh clues about the missing plane.
Call For Submissions: Commercials For Nicer Living 2017
All Things Considered is looking for suggestions for our revamped version of a 1972 project where we ask listeners to write commercials for things and experience that just make life better.
Israeli Ambassador Says U.S. Behind Settlement Resolution
Israel's Ambassador to the U.S. Ron Dermer says Israel has evidence showing the Obama administration engineered the passage of the U.N. resolution on settlements. He speaks with NPR's Robert Siegel.
Remembering Vera Rubin, Who Made Dark Matter Matter
Scientist Vera Rubin made the theory of dark matter a reality and, many say, created modern astrophysics. NPR's Ari Shapiro discusses Rubin's passing with fellow astrophysicist Risa Wechsler.
For LGBT People In Rural Areas, A Tough Transition To Retired Life
Rural places can be difficult for LGBT people, and retiring there can sometimes mean going back into the closet. The problem is even true in states with strong legal protections such as California.
In Show Of Reconciliation, Japan's Leader Visits Pearl Harbor
Japan's Prime Minister Shinzo Abe joined President Barack Obama to pay tribute to victims of the attack. Robert Siegel talks with NPR's Elise Hu about Japan-U.S. relations going forward.
Looking Ahead To The War Against ISIS In 2017
In 2017, major fighting against the ISIS in Iraq may wind up and focus may shift to a new protracted campaign in northern Syria. Ari Shapiro talks with NPR's Tom Bowman about what lies ahead.
Carrie Fisher, Princess Leia Of Star Wars Fame, Dies At 60
Fisher suffered a massive heart attack on a flight from London to Los Angeles last week. A spokeswoman for Fisher's daughter said the actress died Tuesday morning.
