Morning news brief
Deadline today for federal workers to accept resignation offer, reaction to Trump's plan for the U.S. to 'take over' Gaza, and humanitarian groups call end of U.S. international aid devastating.
How Justice Sotomayor Is 'Busting' The Supreme Court's Steady Rhythms
Longtime Supreme Court reporter Joan Biskupic's new book on Justice Sonia Sotomayor reflects on the nation's first Latina justice.
Study: Voice-Command Systems Contribute To Distracted Driving
Carmakers would like you to think that voice-command systems keep you focused on the road. Recent research indicates that voice commands, like Siri, more than likely cause distracted driving.
Security Lapses Trigger Questions About What Secret Service Agents Do
The lapses by the elite presidential detail shined a spotlight on the agency. What does an agent do in a day? To find out, Rachel Martin talks to ex-agent Dan Emmett, author of Within Arms Length.
Nurse In Spain Infected With Ebola Virus
Spain's health minister confirmed that a nurse who treated two Ebola victims has tested positive for the disease. She is the first person to contract Ebola outside of West Africa.
3 Win Nobel In Physics For New Light Source
Scientists — 2 from Japan and 1 from the U.S. — have won the Nobel Prize in physics for the invention of blue light-emitting diodes — a new energy efficient and environment-friendly light source.
Italian Company Sells Spreadable Beer
Birra Spalmabile is a beer flavored spread with no alcohol content. It's being advertised in the U.S. and elsewhere as a perfect complement to appetizers or cheese.
Miami's W Hotel Offers Pricey Wedding Package
Couples can't complain about sticker shock. The cost is right there in the name — the Million Dollar Wedding.
Families Want To Know What Happened To Missing Mexican Students
Officials say those responsible for the disappearance of 43 students will be brought to justice. The students went missing after a confrontation with police, who authorities say work with a drug gang.
