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Ulf Andersen Archive - Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie

Celebrated author Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie: 'I have always longed to be known'

5:00am March 04, 2025

by Michel Martin

Celebrated Nigerian writer Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie speaks with NPR's Michel Martin about her new book, "Dream Count."

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Politics & Government

Iowa Caucuses: Cruz Wins GOP Race; Clinton Defeats Sanders

by Mara Liasson

Iowa voters took the first step in choosing a new president Monday. Republicans in the state chose Texas Sen. Ted Cruz over Donald Trump. And Hillary Clinton won over Vermont Sen. Bernie Sanders.

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House Panel To Get An Update On Security In Afghanistan

by Tom Bowman

Gen. John Campbell, the top U.S. commander in Afghanistan, is set to appear before a House panel on Tuesday for what's expected to be a contentious report about the progress of the war.

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National

Florida Supreme Court To Decide Whether Executions Can Go Forward

by Greg Allen

Florida's highest court will hear a case that may determine the fate of some 390 death row inmates. The case comes after the U.S. Supreme Court struck down the state's death sentencing system.

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Politics & Government

Trump Didn't Have Permission To Use Adele's Songs

A spokesman for the British singer said Adele did not give her permission to have her music played during any political campaigning.

Dutch Police Enlist Eagle To Take Down Drone

Dutch authorities are going after illegally operated drones. They released a dramatic video of an eagle swooping into the air and snatching an unsuspecting drone right out of the sky.

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Health & Safety

Attention Turns To Repelling Mosquitoes That Carry Zika, Dengue

The WHO says the possible link between serious birth defects and the Zika virus is a global health emergency. Renee Montagne talks to Laura Harrington, an entomologist at Cornell University.

Politics & Government

A Night Of Surprises And Nail Biting In Iowa

Donald Trump didn't fulfill his late polling promise — finishing second to Ted Cruz in the GOP race. And Hillary Clinton barely squeezed past Bernie Sanders to claim victory on the Democratic side.

22 Years Since O.J.'s Trial, FX Debuts 'The People V. O.J. Simpson

by Mandalit del Barco

American Crime Story: The People v. O.J. Simpson begins Tuesday on FX. Based on Jeffrey Toobin's book, it's a behind-the-scenes series that stars Cuba Gooding., Jr., John Travolta and Sarah Paulson.

Politics & Government

Supporters Reflect On Caucus Outcomes By Trump, Rubio

In Iowa, David Greene follows up with two voters who supported Donald Trump and Marco Rubio, the second and third-place finishers in Monday's Republican caucuses.

Politics & Government

In Iowa, Ted Cruz Overcomes Donald Trump's Star Power

by Sarah McCammon

Sen. Ted Cruz won the Republican caucuses in Iowa, turning out his base of evangelical supporters and delivering Donald Trump a loss during his first time being judged by voters.

Politics & Government

Clinton Declared The Winner In Iowa's Democratic Caucuses

by Tamara Keith

Based on the results of Monday's caucuses, Clinton received 699.57 state delegate equivalents, to Sanders 695.49. The race moves to New Hampshire, where the state holds a primary on Tuesday.

Politics & Government

Rubio Tells Iowa Voters He's The One To Beat A Democrat In November

by Susan Davis

The are 11 Republican presidential candidates competing in the Iowa caucuses. Senator Marco Rubio has tried to distinguish himself from the presidential pack on matters of national security.

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