Trump may abandon Ukraine peace talks 'within days,' Rubio warns
Secretary of State Marco Rubio said Friday that the U.S. would walk away from efforts to broker a ceasefire between Russia and Ukraine if progress isn't made within days.
Stricter Voter ID And Other Voting Laws Rolled Back In Slew Of Court Decisions
Ahead of the November election, courts have fairly consistently struck down new voting restrictions, culminating in some big wins for civil rights forces, especially in North Carolina and Texas.
Philly Officials: 'We Are Not Screwing Around' With Dumpster Pools
After people rented a giant dumpster, filled it with water from a fire hydrant and swam in it, the city told residents it won't issue permits for the pools, noting: Opening fire hydrants is dangerous.
Despite Washington's Denials, Many Turks Think U.S. Had Role In Coup Attempt
While Turkish officials say they want their relationship with the U.S. to stay strong, they and many of their countrymen say the U.S. was the secret hand behind last month's coup attempt, and they're striking an anti-American tone.
Monthly Jobs Reports Are Watched Closely, But How Meaningful Are They?
People look to the reports to assess the labor market. But the number of jobs created and destroyed monthly is so large, most economists recognize the monthly reports aren't statistically significant.
American Crossroads CEO On Why The GOP SuperPac Isn't Focusing On Trump
The Karl Rove-founded group that advocates for certain candidates has turned its attention to Senate races and away from the presidential race. Its CEO, Steven Law, talks about why.
Iran Expert Weighs In On Controversial Washington-Tehran Money Transfer
Steve Inskeep talks to Karim Sadjadpour of the Carnegie Endowment for International Peace about a controversial $400 million cash payment to Iran that coincided with the implementation of the U.S.-Iran nuclear deal and a prisoner swap.
Obama Renews Promise To Defeat ISIS, Scoffs At Claims Of Election Rigging
President Obama held a wide-ranging news conference at the Pentagon on Thursday. He talked about the presidential campaign, a recently discovered cash payment to Iran, and efforts to defeat ISIS.
Opposition Party Challenges South Africa's Ruling Party In Municipal Elections
While South Africans await final results in municipal elections, the ruling African National Congress, the party of Nelson Mandela, appears to be suffering a setback. Reporter Peter Granitz in Pretoria explains why these local elections are so important.
Former Klan Leader David Duke On His Senate Run And Donald Trump
Former Ku Klux Klan leader David Duke is running for Senate in Louisiana, linking his decision to Donald Trump's bid for the presidency. Duke talks with Steve Inskeep about why he thinks the country is in a position to support him.
A Company In Denver Has Created Wine For Dogs
The Canine Vino — choose ZinfanTAIL and CharDOGnay — isn't made with alcohol or grapes; it contains brewed peppermint or chamomile. The company recommends getting an OK from your vet first.
Across Presidential Campaign History, 'Manliness And The Presidency Is A Real Theme'
Steve Inskeep talks with John Dickerson — of CBS's "Face the Nation" — about his new book of presidential campaign history called "Whistlestop."