Former FAA official discusses safety concerns over crowded airspace around D.C.
NPR speaks with Michael McCormick, former vice president of the FAA Air Traffic Organization, about reports that the airspace above Reagan airport has long raised safety concerns.
Facebook Looking To Open A Sales Office In Beijing
The office could open even though Facebook was banned in China five years ago, according to Bloomberg News. A new office would service Chinese businesses wanting to advertise internationally.
Apple Expected To Buy Beats Electronics
The deal is worth more than $3 billion, according to the Financial Times. The headphone maker and music streaming distributor was founded by hip-hop star Dr. Dre and record producer Jimmy Iovine.
Why Has China Become More Aggressive Toward Vietnam?
The South China Sea is an area that's said to be rich in resources. Steve Inskeep talks to Robert Kaplan about the tension between China and Vietnam over the sea, and whether it may escalate.
Tensions Heat Up In South China Sea Between China, Vietnam
China's decision to park an oil rig some 120 miles off Vietnam's coast has strained relations between the two Asian neighbors.
This Week Is Screen-Free Week,
Kids and parents around the world made pledges to stop using TVs, tablets, computers and video games.
Truck Driver Follows GPS Instructions. He Shouldn't Have
A truck driver in Idaho was hauling sand to a golf course when the GPS led him onto a one-lane dirt road in the forest. He couldn't turn around and the rig eventually rolled over.
Driver In Carpool Lane Pulled Over For Suspicious Passenger
Cars in that lane outside Boston should have at least two occupants. A mannequin's head doesn't count as a passenger.
Mormon Bishop Highlights Health Coverage Gap Among Utah's Poor
Republican governors across the country have taken a stand against Obamacare by refusing to expand Medicaid. Utah, one of the reddest states in the nation, remains undecided.
Kenny G. Closes Up Shops In China
The song "Going Home" by Kenny G. was an American hit in the 80s. The New York Times reports it has spread across China, where it's played at stores and markets to signal closing time is near.
Boston Signs Remind Motorists To Use Their Turn Signals
The electronic signs read: USE YAH BLINKAH. Police across Massachusetts gave out almost 5,000 tickets last year for turn signal violations.