The Devastating History Of Midterm Elections
Over the past century, midterm elections have been pretty rough on the party that holds the White House.
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Thomas Menino, Boston's Longest-Serving Mayor, Dies At 71
Described as a hard-nosed, old-school pragmatist, he was diagnosed with cancer shortly after leaving office in January.
Patients Do Better After Surgery If They Do 'Prehab' First
Patients are often sent for rehabilitation after surgery. But starting those exercise and healthy eating programs before the surgery might help even more. It's not rehab, it's "prehab."
Scientists Implicate More Than 100 Genes In Causing Autism
Spontaneous gene mutations, not ones inherited from parents, increase a child's risk of autism, scientists say. By comparing genes within families they've identified more than 100 suspects.
The Billionaire Who Remade Retirement Living On A Massive Scale
Gary Morse developed a mega retirement community called The Villages. His Florida haven for retirees grew to become the largest master-planned community in the country. Morse died Wednesday at 77.
The Campaign That Seems More Crime Drama Than Congressional Race
When he was an undercover FBI agent, Michael Grimm adopted the persona of "Mikey Suits" to catch alleged mobsters. Now a congressman from Staten Island, Grimm is the target of tax evasion charges.
Obamas Head To Connecticut As Tight Governor's Race Nears Close
Incumbent Dannel Malloy and Republican rival Tom Foley are neck and neck; the race is so close that both the president and first lady will visit the state in the next few days. NPR's Melissa Block talks to Hartford Courant political reporter Daniela Altimari about the race.
Apple CEO Tim Cook Comes Out As Gay
The head of the world's most iconic technology company says that although his sexual orientation has been no secret among friends and colleagues, now is the time to publicly acknowledge it.
Medicare Concedes, Agrees To Pay For Woman's Home Health Care
A 78-year-old Vermont woman has won the latest skirmish in her long-running battle with Medicare. The agency agreed to pay for home health care coverage even though she remains disabled.
Maine's Gov. Threatens Legal Action To Force Nurse Into Quarantine
Kaci Hickox, who tested negative for Ebola and says she is asymptomatic, defied Gov. Paul LePage by setting off on a morning bike ride with her boyfriend.