Moscow Police Detain Hundreds At Latest Election-Related Protest
Demonstrators have been demanding that opposition candidates be allowed to register in city elections. The entire city council is up for re-election in September.
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Changing Position On Impeachment
A majority of House Democrats are now calling for an impeachment inquiry into President Trump. NPR's Scott Simon talks with Rep. Judy Chu, D-Calif., about why she decided to add her name to that list.
Should Rivers Have Same Legal Rights As Humans? A Growing Number Of Voices Say Yes
"Environmental personhood" was once considered a fringe issue, but several countries have granted rivers within their borders legal person status. Bangladesh became the latest in July.
Philadelpha Phillies Sue To Keep Beloved 'Phanatic' Mascot From Free Agency
The Phanatic was created 41 years ago to help entertain Phillies fans. Now a dispute about the genesis of its creation and licensing rights threatens the mascot's future.
New Puerto Rico Governor Sworn In Amid Political Chaos
Because Puerto Rico's Senate has not approved Pedro Pierluisi yet, legal challenges are expected. Protesters gathered outside the governor's mansion Friday to see his disgraced predecessor leave.
Amid Border Crackdown, White House May Shield Venezuelans From Deportation
The administration is reviewing steps to protect thousands of Venezuelans living in the U.S. from deportation even as it seeks to restrict more asylum-seekers from claiming refuge.
Dairy Ice Cream, No Cow Needed: These Egg And Milk Proteins Are Made Without Animals
Some startups are making synthetic versions of animal proteins for use in foods from smoothies to baked goods. The goal: to reshape the food supply without the environmental footprint of livestock.
Get Ready For Higher Prices If New Tariffs Hit Goods From China, Retailers Warn
Retailers predict rising prices if President Trump goes through with his threat to add new tariffs to Chinese imports. Meanwhile, the White House announced a deal to boost beef exports.
Trump Abruptly Drops John Ratcliffe As DNI Nominee Amid Political Headwinds
The president's Republican allies in the Senate never appeared to warm up to the Texas congressman, and news reports suggested he had overstated his terrorism-fighting qualifications.
Robert F. Kennedy's Granddaughter Dies At 22 In Massachusetts
Saoirse Kennedy Hill died Thursday in Hyannis Port, after police received a call about an unresponsive person on the Kennedy compound, according to the Cape and Islands District Attorney's Office.