At Davos, U.S. Economic Recovery Widely Lauded
Audie Cornish talks with Kenneth Rogoff, professor of economics at Harvard University, and former chief economist of the International Monetary Fund.
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Rep. Van Hollen: Obama's Focused On Helping Middle Class
Robert Siegel talks to Democratic Congressman Chris Van Hollen of Maryland about President Obama's State of the Union address on Tuesday.
Historic Diplomatic Talks Begin In Cuba
The most high-level U.S. delegation to visit Cuba in 35 years is in Havana for two days of talks. The meetings follow the historic thaw in relations announced simultaneously last month by President Obama and President Raul Castro. The focus of the talks will be migration and the nuts and bolts of restoring diplomatic ties.
Scholar: U.S. Drone Use Has Contributed To Yemen's Instability
The spectre of civil war and chaos hangs over Yemen's capitol. Robert Siegel talks with Brookings Institute scholar Ibrahim Sharqieh about the dynamics in this poor and troubled nation.
Sen. Jeff Flake: Republicans Can Work With President On Trade
Robert Siegel talks to Republican Sen. Jeff Flake of Arizona for his reaction to the State of the Union.
Justice Dept. Will Reportedly Clear Ferguson Police Officer In Brown Case
The Justice Department is poised to declare that former police officer Darren Wilson should not face civil rights charges over the death of Michael Brown, sources tell NPR.
State Of The Union: A Quick Wrap On Education
Good news about graduation rates, and more about Obama's plan for making community college free.
Soccer Players End Lawsuit Over Artificial Turf At Women's World Cup
The suit accused the organizers of discrimination, saying elite men's teams would never be forced to play on an artificial surface instead of natural grass. The plaintiffs included Abby Wambach.
An Early Lineup Emerges For 2016 Presidential Race
The 2016 Republican presidential field is getting crowded. Is the Democratic field already filled by one candidate? NPR's Scott Simon talks presidential politics with politics editor Ron Elving.
Supreme Court Rules For Muslim Inmate In Prison Beard Case
The court said a ban on beards violated the prisoner's religious freedom. The state of Arkansas had argued that the beard presented security concerns and that it could be used to hide contraband.