America

Grocery Stores: 'The Best Of America And The Worst Of America'

10:47pm May 15, 2017

by Laurel Dalrymple

In his new book, Michael Ruhlman explores how and why Americans have changed from corner-store customers to insatiable consumers of every edible product at our fingertips.

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What do mixed-race Americans mean for the future of racism?

Why Mixed-Race Americans Will Not Save The Country

5:34am March 08, 2017

by Alexandros Orphanides

Realizing that a mixed-race society can also uphold racism is crucial to a nuanced understanding of the challenge of recognizing and overcoming racism and bias.

A screenshot from a video promoting "The Netherlands Second."

If America's No.1, Who's No. 2? European Nations Compete For The, Uh, Honor

5:15pm February 06, 2017

by Camila Domonoske

"We totally understand it's going to be America First," a Dutch show said two weeks ago. "But can we just say The Netherlands Second?" Now they've got competition, as other countries join the fray.

Supporters react on the National Mall to the inauguration of Donald Trump on January 20, 2017 in Washington, DC.

As Trump Is Sworn In, Supporters Debate His Role In Healing Racial Wounds

8:26pm January 20, 2017

Fans of the new president say he could do some good in improving race relations in America. But they say the solution can't be left to him alone.

Maurizio Cattelan's America goes on display Friday at the Guggenheim in New York. The artist says it is "one-percent art for the ninety-nine percent."

Behold The Throne: There's A Golden Toilet At The Guggenheim

5:43pm September 15, 2016

by Merrit Kennedy

Museum-goers, prepare for "unprecedented intimacy with a work of art." Starting Friday, visitors will be able to use Maurizio Cattelan's America, a gold-cast, working toilet at the New York museum.

My Father Stood For The Anthem, For The Same Reason That Colin Kaepernick Sits

6:13pm August 31, 2016

by Keith Woods

As a child, I found my father's love of the national anthem utterly bewildering. His was the generation of men born free but shackled by bigotry. So why did he sound so proud, singing that song?

Donald Trump delivers a speech as he officially opens his Trump Turnberry hotel and golf resort in Scotland on Friday. Donald Trump hailed Britain's vote to leave the EU as "fantastic" shortly after arriving in Scotland.

With Trump In Scotland, Clinton Steps Up Barrage Against His 'Brexit' Response

2:09pm June 25, 2016

by Ed McNulty

After the U.K. voted to leave the European Union, Trump spoke on the move at his remodeled Scottish golf course. Clinton used those remarks as fodder for a message her campaign has been pushing hard.

The set of windows at the Washington National Cathedral honors Confederate Gens. Robert E. Lee and Stonewall Jackson, showing scenes from their lives.

National Cathedral Will Remove Confederate Flags From Stained Glass Windows

1:00pm June 09, 2016

by Camila Domonoske

The windows, which honor Gens. Robert E. Lee and Stonewall Jackson, will remain during a period of "public dialogue" on race and slavery. But the battle flags will be replaced with plain glass.

Michael Horn, pictured here in October 2015, stepped down as Volkswagen of America CEO, the company announced Wednesday.

National

Top U.S. Volkswagen Executive Steps Down

8:20pm March 09, 2016

by Laura Wagner

Michael Horn's departure, effective immediately, was by "mutual agreement," a statement from the company says.

Brazilian soldiers go house-to-house as they attempt to eradicate the larvae of the mosquito that causes the Zika virus.

Health & Safety

#ZikaQA: Your Questions On The Zika Virus, Answered

10:33am January 27, 2016

by Malaka Gharib

NPR correspondents answer your Zika virus queries: Who's at risk? What are the implications for pregnant women? Will there be a vaccine?