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.
Hagel Says Rescue Mission At Iraq's Mt. Sinjar Is No Longer Needed
Fewer Yazidis were on the mountain and they were in better condition than expected, Hagel says. The area has been under siege by militants. Robert Seigel discusses the decision with NPR's David Welna.
In Hashtag Protest, 'Black Twitter' Shows Its Strength
Following the shooting of an unarmed black teen, the hashtag #IfTheyGunnedMeDown caught fire on Twitter. The response demonstrated the scope of what's informally known as Black Twitter.
Forget The Bake Sale: Some Of School's Funds Come From Bars And Brothels
Schools across the U.S. are preparing for students' return by looking for ways to supplement budgets. One Nevada school district is turning to unlikely sources of funding: liquor and prostitution.
Legendary Film Star Lauren Bacall Dies At 89
She was loved for her smokey voice and alluring gaze. NPR's Robert Siegel talks about the Hollywood star and her career with correspondent Neda Ulaby.
U.S. Response In Iraq: From Emergency Solution To Slate Of Paths Forward
The U.S. has begun sending humanitarian aid and conducting limited airstrikes in the attempt to protect Iraq's refugee populations. Going forward, the U.S. is facing several possible approaches there.
A Farewell To Robin Williams, Whose Antics Never Hid The Tenderness Beneath
As the entertainment world mourns the loss of comedian and actor Robin Williams, NPR film critic Bob Mondello offers an appreciation.
Pa. Hospital Sees Gun Fight Between Psychiatrist And Patient
On Thursday, a psychiatric patient opened fire at Mercy Fitzgerald Hospital outside Philadelphia, killing a caseworker and injuring his psychiatrist.