Celebrated author Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie: 'I have always longed to be known'
Celebrated Nigerian writer Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie speaks with NPR's Michel Martin about her new book, "Dream Count."
News Brief: DOJ Investigates Russia Probe, Impeachment Latest, Iraq Protests
The Department of Justice is opening a criminal investigation into the origins of the Russia investigation. Also, a look at Republican response to the impeachment inquiry and protests in Iraq.
How Hijacked Cellphone Numbers Can Be Security Risks
People have come to rely on cellphones to help confirm their identities online. Security experts say that's motivating scammers to try to hijack people's phone numbers.
Indonesian Authorities Issue Report On Lion Air Crash
Indonesian authorities released their final report on the Lion Air crash which found a series of failures that went beyond the known problems with Boeing's MCAS system.
Many High-Profile Hospitals Resist Suing Opioid Makers
Cities and counties aren't the only ones suing opioid manufacturers. Hospitals have also filed lawsuits, seeking to recover the costs of treating opioid addiction and overdoses.
Situation In Northern Syria Is A Work In Progress, Coates Says
NPR's Noel King talks to Victoria Coates, deputy assistant to the president, about U.S. policy in Syria now that Turkish military offensive is over. NPR's Franco Ordoñez weighs in on the issue.
Thai Palace Officials Ousted Following Demotion Of Royal Consort
NPR's David Greene talks to Cornell University professor Tamara Loos about palace officials in Thailand, who were fired for disloyalty to the crown — just days after the royal consort was banished.
Newest National Park Abuts Problem-Causing Industrial Area
Indiana Dunes, the latest national park in the U.S., has some of the most diverse types of plants and animals in the country. And environmentalists are using its new status to push for protections.
Roadwork In Southern England Will Wreak Havoc With Commuters
A 65 feet section of a highway near Godmanstone, England, will be closed for road work. This stretch usually takes just a few seconds, but a 41-mile detour means it could take an hour.
Families Relay Stories Of Americans Detained In Iran
Detained U.S. citizens in Iran sometimes get to speak by phone with their families. Two families whose loved ones have been languishing in an Iranian prison for years speak out.
'Mixtape Potluck' Is Inspired By Questlove's 'Food Salon' Dinner Parties
NPR's David Greene talks to musician Ahmir "Questlove" Thompson, the co-founder of the iconic hip-hop band The Roots, about his cookbook Mixtape Potluck.