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: Hong Kong Protests, China Tariffs, Placido Domingo
Mainland China seems to be ramping up efforts against Hong Kong protesters. The U.S. is delaying some new tariffs against China. One of opera's most popular stars faces sexual misconduct allegations.
Stars Are Aligning For New Military Service Focused On Space
President Trump has made creating a Space Force a key line in his campaign rallies. Congress is now on board due to concerns about security threats to satellites and the chance to land more jobs.
Are Afghans Ready To Compromise With The Taliban To Maintain Peace?
NPR's Rachel Martin talks to Alex Thier, who served as a legal adviser to Afghanistan's Constitutional and Judicial Reform Commissions, about attempts to reach a peace deal with the Taliban.
Alleged Co-Conspirators In Epstein Case Shouldn't Rest Easy, DOJ Says
The Justice Department says the case will go on against anyone who was complicit with Jeffrey Epstein. NPR's Rachel Martin talks to ex-federal prosecutor Jessica Roth about where this case goes next.
British Prime Minister Boris Johnson Pursues His Brexit Plan
In Britain, new Prime Minister Boris Johnson thinks he has a plan to force the United Kingdom to leave the European Union at the end of October — whether Parliament likes it or not.
Obama Senior Staffer Reacts To Immigration Rule Change
NPR's Rachel Martin talks to Cecilia Muñoz, a former Obama senior staff member, about a new rule that would make it less likely for immigrants who use public benefits to obtain a green card.
Rule Would Penalize Immigrants To U.S. For Needing Benefits
NPR's Rachel Martin talks to Ken Cuccinelli, acting head of Citizenship and Immigration Services, about a rule that could force immigrants to choose between accepting public benefits and a green card.
Advocates Oppose Rule That Penalizes Immigrants For Needing Benefits
Immigrant advocates are threatening to sue the Trump administration for its new rule that will make it harder for immigrants to get green cards if they use, and are likely to use, public benefits.
India Sets Weight Limits On Students' Backpacks
In India, children's backpacks often weigh half their body weight. New rules limit the weight of backpacks and ban some homework to prevent damage to students' backs.
Traditional Mexican Folk Ballad Helps El Paso Mourn
After the mass shooting in El Paso, Texas, that claimed 22 lives, many residents mourned through music. Singer-songwriter Josue Rodriguez helped his community cope by writing a corrido.
Justice Department Raises Questions About Jail Where Epstein Died
Jeffrey Epstein died at the Metropolitan Corrections Center in Manhattan. The federal facility has housed drug lords and Mafia bosses but most inmates are too poor to afford an attorney.