Story of the Day

The anonymous Web surfing system Tor is run by volunteers — and sometimes they get caught between the police and criminal suspects.

When A Dark Web Volunteer Gets Raided By The Police

10:52am April 05, 2016

by Martin Kaste

What happens when law enforcement is frustrated by encryption that's run by private citizens? In one Tor volunteer's case, they showed up with a warrant and asked for computer passwords.

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Asma Sukhera, 36, and her husband Minhaj Husain, 39, say they're appalled by the rhetoric about Muslims this campaign. "This election's coming across as a pick-your-poison election," said Minhaj.

Frustrated With Campaign Rhetoric, Muslims Turn To Political Activism

6:14pm April 03, 2016

by Asma Khalid

Muslim voters say they're disheartened with some GOP candidates' comments about their faith this presidential campaign. But, they're trying to turn that disappointment political engagement.

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A Madison Water Utility Crew works to dig up and replace a broken water shutoff box in preparation for a larger pipe-lining project. Madison started using copper instead of lead pipes in the late 1920s.

Avoiding A Future Crisis, Madison Removed Lead Water Pipes 15 Years Ago

5:40am April 01, 2016

by Cheryl Corley

The water crisis in Flint, Mich., raised an alarm about the dangers of lead in our water supply, but it is not new knowledge. Madison, Wis., knew about it and removed all its lead pipes 15 years ago.

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After Decades In Solitary, Last Of The 'Angola 3' Carry On Their Struggle

9:28pm March 19, 2016

by NPR Staff

Robert King, Albert Woodfox and Herman Wallace spent over 100 years combined in solitary confinement for a prison guard's death. Now that Woodfox is free, he's joining his friend King in advocacy.

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One secret to midlife happiness is being a rookie at something. Trying new things and failing keeps you robust.

8 Ways You Can Survive — And Thrive In — Midlife

9:26am March 18, 2016

by Barbara Bradley Hagerty

One secret to midlife happiness is being a rookie at something. Trying new things and failing keeps you robust. Also, to revive a midlife marriage, mix things up: Hike, go dancing or set out in an RV.

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President Obama is interviewed about his Supreme Court nominee, Judge Merrick Garland.

Politics & Government

Why President Obama Picked The 'Only White Guy' On His Shortlist

8:38am March 18, 2016

by Nina Totenberg

In an interview with NPR, the president says Senate Republicans owe it to the Founding Fathers to give Judge Merrick Garland a Supreme Court confirmation vote.

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Washington, D.C., Metro Shuts Down For Systemwide Safety Inspection

3:34pm March 16, 2016

The Washington, D.C., Metrorail system will be out of service for 29 hours due to potential faults in the electrical system. The subway is key for commuters, many of whom staff the federal government.

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Worcester Polytechnic Institute professor Susan Landau is sworn in alongside Apple General Counsel Bruce Sewell (left) and New York County District Attorney Cyrus Vance at a congressional hearing on encryption on March 1.

Why Digital Security Is An 'Arms Race' Between Firms And The Feds

11:32am March 08, 2016

by NPR Staff

Cybersecurity expert Susan Landau argues that the FBI's dispute with Apple over the San Bernardino iPhone shouldn't be a choice between weaker phone security and the FBI's investigative power.

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The Outlaw (1943) was condemned by the Catholic Legion of Decency because Jane Russell's blouse kept falling off her shoulders.

Arts

C Is For 'Condemned': A Nun Looks Back On 47 Years Of Unholy Filmmaking

10:32am March 04, 2016

by Beth Accomando

A new Turner Classic Movies series honors films that were deemed salacious, immoral or downright lewd by the Catholic Legion of Decency. Condemned is hosted by respected critic Sister Rose Pacatte.

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A member of the media tests a Tesla Motors Model S car with an Autopilot system. Regulators and manufacturers are debating whether self-driving cars should have a licensed driver inside as a safety precaution.

National

Should Self-Driving Cars Have Drivers Ready To Take Over?

10:32am February 24, 2016

by NPR Staff

California's Department of Motor Vehicles proposed that self-driving cars should have a licensed driver inside. It may disrupt the dream of driverless cars, but it's also seen as a step for safety.

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