Clinton, Kaine Take Economic Message To Rust Belt
Hillary Clinton and Tim Kaine are campaigning in Pennsylvania and Ohio, talking about the economy. But Donald Trump and the Khan family have dominated the media over the weekend.
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John's Water Ice, A Philadelphia Institution
While in Philadelphia for the DNC, Michel Martin visited a South Philly institution to taste a Philly classic: water ice (also called Italian ice). John's Water Ice has been open since 1945.
'Racially Discriminatory Intent' And Voter ID Laws
A federal appeals court struck down North Carolina's voter ID law. Law professor Rick Hasen explains why and what impact it will have.
For Stopping A Pandemic Of Gun Violence, Let's Look To The Flu
We take proactive measures to stop the spread of the flu — so, NPR's Michel Martin asks, why can't we combat gun violence the same way?
The Australian Olympic Team Is Having A Rough Week
First, the Australian team's move-in was delayed. Then they had to evacuate because of a fire in their building. Now their delegation head says several items were stolen after they fled from the fire.
As The Candidates Drop By Sunday Talk Shows, 2 Big Themes Emerge
Two issues dominated the Sunday political talk shows: how Donald Trump and Hillary Clinton have responded to grieving families, and what role Russia is playing in the campaign.
Thousands Of Firefighters Battle Massive Big Sur Blaze
After more than a week, a 38,000-acre wildfire on the California coast is still growing, and authorities warn it could burn through August even after it is contained.
Muslims In France Attend Mass In Gesture of Solidarity After Church Attack
"Being united is a response to this act of horror and barbarism," said one Muslim leader. Many Muslims across France were sending a message of unity after two extremist teens brutally killed a priest.
Tokyo Elects Its First Female Governor
Japanese voters have elected Yuriko Koike as the capital's first female governor. She's taking the helm amid high-pressure preparations for the 2020 Summer Olympics in Tokyo.
Study: Why Pedestrians In India Need To Be Very, Very Cautious
A new study finds that the government count of pedestrian deaths may be far too low. Our writer shares a very personal perspective.