Supreme Court to hear school disability discrimination case
At issue is a case testing the reach of federal laws that promise special help for children with disabilities in public schools. Specifically: What do parents have to prove in order to get that specialized help?
What Will Trump's Presidency Mean To Besieged City Of Aleppo?
In Syria, civilians are suffering. The bombardment of Aleppo is on the rise — again. Steve Inskeep talks to Jan Egeland, secretary general of the Norwegian Refugee Council.
Election Result Vindicates African-American Trump Supporter
David Greene talks to African-American pastor Darrell Scott, who backed Donald Trump in the election. Scott's views drew criticism from other African-American leaders, but he stands vindicated today.
Relative Speaks Out After Family Members Are Sentenced In Iran
Two Iranian-Americans, a father and his son, were sentenced last month to 10 years in an Iran prison. Another son, Babak Namazi, is working to free them, and talks to Steve Inskeep about the ordeal.
You Too Could Have A Masterpiece In Your House
For six decades, a painting hung in a mostly darkened bedroom in Sunnyvale, Calif. It turns out to be a painting by Frida Kahlo, estimated to be worth up to $2 million. It will be sold at auction.
California Neighborhood Repeatedly Jolted Awake By Air Horn
For weeks, an air horn has been blasted around 4 a.m. The villain responsible became known as the air horn guy. The San Diego Union Tribune reports police may have captured the man responsible.
To Get A College Scholarship: Forget The Field, Hit The Books
Think playing on sports' travel team will help your kids get a college scholarship? Think again. Commentator John U. Bacon advises that they hit the books instead.
Feelings Toward A Partner Affect Brand Buying Decisions, Study Says
Here's news that could be of interest to marketers: Research shows people frustrated in a relationship sometimes deal with their feelings by buying and consuming brands their partners hate.
1 Year Later: Brazil's Focus On Zika Wanes; Financial Promises Languish
After a flurry of news and promises last year regarding the Zika virus in Brazil, both mothers of brain-damaged babies and researchers say money has dried up leaving scientists and parents struggling.
