These Australian twins have gone viral after speaking in synch
Meet Bridgette and Paula Powers, identical twins who speak in synch and dedicate themselves to animal conservation.
In Fighting Taliban, Is There A Conflict Of Interest for The U.S.?
Christine Fair, author of the book Fighting to the End: The Pakistan Army's Way of War, talks about why she believes the U.S. and Pakistan face a conflict of interest in fighting the Taliban.
Alaska National Guard Scandal Adds Pressure To Election
A federal investigation into the Alaska National Guard details shocking abuses, and now the state's governor is on the defense about what he knew and when just weeks before election day.
Pro-Democracy Unrest Continues In Hong Kong
It's been two weeks since pro-democracy protestors took to the streets in Hong Kong. NPR's Arun Rath speaks with Lily Kuo of the website Quartz for an update and whether negotiations with the government will resume.
Haiti's 'Baby Doc' Duvalier Dies At 63
Former Haitian dictator Jean-Claude "Baby Doc" Duvalier died last night. He was 63. Arun Rath talks with Jacqueline Charles of the Miami Herald about his life and the reaction in Haiti to his death.
How Can The Secret Service Recover Its Reputation?
NPR's Arun Rath speaks with W. Ralph Basham, former director of the U.S. Secret Service, about the agency's recent lapses in security and how it can work to improve.
Horror Of Horrors: Is H.P. Lovecraft's Legacy Tainted?
Lovecraft, the author who famously invented Cthulhu, was also known for his highly racist opinions. This has created some controversy around the World Fantasy Award statue that bears his likeness.
Behind The Sunglasses: The Lives Of Secret Service Agents
This week, following a series of security lapses, the Secret Service director resigned. For a look at the agency beyond the scandal, author Ben Dolnick recommends the novel Big If by Mark Costello.
As Populations Shift, Democrats Hope To Paint The Sun Belt Blue
Democrats see an opportunity in the South's changing demographics — particularly in states with growing Hispanic communities, lots of unregistered black voters and migration from other states.