Pushed by public opinion shift, Democrats adopt immigration restrictions
President Biden has issued a number of immigration-related executive actions that mimic those of the Trump administration, and VP Harris has promised she’ll continue restrictive policies.
Female CEOs Describe Tough Road To The Top In 'Earning It'
Veteran journalist Joann Lublin discusses her book, Earning It: Hard-Won Lessons from Trailblazing Women at the Top of the Business World. Lublin interviewed 52 female corporate leaders.
Severe Budget Cuts Loom As Puerto Rico's Debt Crisis Continues
The financial crisis in Puerto Rico is putting a damper on the holiday season, as more budget cuts are coming. There is talk of shutting down basic services like schools and hospitals.
Henry Heimlich, Namesake Of The Life-Saving Heimlich Maneuver, Has Died
Henry Heimlich, the surgeon credited with inventing the Heimlich maneuver for choking victims, has died. The move saved thousands of lives. But he had other ideas that were more controversial.
Documentary '13TH' Argues Mass Incarceration Is An Extension Of Slavery
Filmmaker Ava DuVernay talks about her new documentary, 13TH, which explores the history of race and the criminal justice system in the United States. The film's title refers to the 13th Amendment.
Sen.-Elect Catherine Cortez Masto On The 'Opportunity' Of The United States
Senator-elect Catherine Cortez Masto is a Democrat from Nevada and will be the first Latina to serve in the Senate. She talks about what she hopes to accomplish in Congress.
Barbershop: Obama's News Conference, Trump And Kanye, And 'Star Wars'
Political strategist Ron Christie, film producer Tammy Garnes and Danielle Belton of The Root discuss President Obama's last news conference, Donald Trump's outreach efforts and the movie Rogue One.
Why The Fall Of Aleppo Marks A Turning Point In Syria's War
Andrew Tabler from the Washington Institute for Near East Policy takes a step back and examines the current situation in Aleppo, Syria and how the United States is involved.
How Diplomacy Time And Again Failed To Stop The Carnage In Syria
There are many losers in the war in Syria, and some critics say that includes the U.S. and its credibility. For years, the U.S. has tried — and failed — to stop the killing.
'Longform' Podcast Names Best Magazine Articles Of 2016
NPR's Audie Cornish talks with Max Linsky, editor of the podcast and website, "Longform," about three of the best magazine articles of 2016 and why they're worth a read.