Craig Windham, NPR Newscaster, Dies
Windham was an award-winning journalist with the writing chops to tell even the most complex story in 40 seconds. But he was also a professional counselor who worked with adolescents.
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NBC Parts Ways With MSNBC Anchor Melissa Harris-Perry
MSNBC anchor Melissa Harris-Perry had repeatedly questioned the network's commitment to progressive voices and people of color, NBC says. She vented her concerns in a widely circulated email.
Trump Fails To Condemn KKK On Television, Turns To Twitter To Clarify
On CNN's State of the Union, the Republican front-runner was asked if he'd distance himself from the support of former KKK grand wizard David Duke. Trump refused four times, saying, "I don't know."
MSNBC Host Melissa Harris-Perry Says Her Show Has Been 'Silenced'
Perry says she won't be appearing on the show that bears her name this weekend, objecting, among other things, to the fact that her time slot has been pre-empted for election coverage.
How 'Oscars' Screens The Salty Moments
Live events aren't for sissies. That's especially true for the sound guys at the Oscars. NPR's Lourdes Garcia-Navarro speaks with Dolby's Steve Venezia about what can go wrong, but usually doesn't.
Why Even A Bad Review Can Help Sell A Book
There's an adage that says all press is good press. Our "Planet Money" team tests the theory by talking to authors who have had their books panned in The New York Times.
Canadians Left With Questions After Being Barred From 'Jeopardy!'
For a show whose host has dual U.S.-Canadian citizenship, a new policy prompts criticism — and jokes — north of the border.
Julian Assange Says Lengthy Embassy Stay Has Sharpened His Perspective On The World
The founder of WikiLeaks talks about what it's like to be confined to a building for more than three years. He says he misses nothing from the outside world, apart from his children and his mother.
Univision's Ramos Seeks New Audiences On Facebook — And Draws Millions
Broadcasting in both English and Spanish with Facebook's new live-streaming tool, one of the nation's most recognizable anchors has found millions of viewers.
'World's Cheapest Smartphone' Goes On Sale For $4 In India
Reviewers who've looked at the phone say it doesn't offer anything special, except for a price that's far below anything else on the market. It's also the subject of much speculation.