President Trump took pains to keep the details of meetings with Putin secret, the Washington Post reports.
The Push To Break Up The Boys’ Club At The Fed
At a time when more women than men are graduating from college and earning doctorates, just a third of Ph.D.s in economics go to women. Now there’s an effort to increase women economists at the Fed.
‘Whatever It Takes’: Government Workers Apply For Unemployment As Shutdown Drags On
Workers are now missing paychecks for the first time since the partial government shutdown began. That’s causing many of them to do what once seemed unthinkable — apply for unemployment.
Photos: The Forgotten Old People Of Venezuela
In poignant and powerful photographs, Wil Riera draws attention to senior citizens in a country teetering on the brink.
Get Fit — Faster: This 22-Minute Workout Has You Covered
To stay healthy, we need at least 150 minutes of exercise weekly. This routine, created with a celebrated trainer, hits this goal in 22 minutes a day — cardio, weight training and stretching included.
As Shutdown Continues, Thousands Of Federal Workers Visit D.C.-Area Pop-Up Food Banks
The Capital Area Food Bank says it distributed more than 30,000 pounds of fresh produce on Saturday to federal workers impacted by the ongoing partial government shutdown.
More Than $20 Million Crowdsourced For Border Wall Will Be Refunded
Iraq war veteran Brian Kolfage had raised the money through GoFundMe. On Friday, he said donations would go towards a non-profit he created to build the wall, rather than the U.S. government.
Furloughed Workers In Hard-Hit Community Organize Potluck During Shutdown
Friday evening, as the shutdown bordered on becoming the longest in U.S. history, hundreds of furloughed workers gathered in Montgomery County, Md., to share a meal.
Pompeo Says The U.S. Troop Withdrawal From Syria Is Just A ‘Tactical Change’
Secretary of State Mike Pompeo is traveling through the Middle East as confusion mounts over U.S. policy in Syria.
Don’t Panic: The Government Shutdown Isn’t Making Food Unsafe
The Food and Drug Administration is inspecting less food these days, thanks to the shutdown. And while that has raised questions about food safety, the food business is largely carrying on as usual.
On The Navajo Nation, 5,000 Workers Dependent On A Federal Paycheck
Native American tribes are more dependent on federal dollars than many other communities. As the shutdown continues, Navajo Nation President Russell Begaye is asking Congress to exempt tribes.
A Critic Of Turkey, The Knicks’ Enes Kanter Speaks Out About His Fears For His Life
The NBA star says he fears that if he travels to London for an upcoming game against the Washington Wizards, he might be killed for speaking out against Turkey’s president.
Gospel And Black Church Communities Grapple With The Allegations Against R. Kelly
Despite allegations of sexual abuse, the musician still has defenders in the gospel music industry. NPR’s Scott Simon talks with writer Candice Benbow, who says it’s time for leaders to speak up.
Former HUD Secretary Julián Castro Launches Presidential Campaign
His announcement came Saturday in Texas, after weeks of hinting he was ready to join the 2020 Democratic primary field. “I’ve always believed with big dreams and hard work anything is possible.”
Shutdown Hampers Wildfire Preparedness and Training Across The Country
Firefighters and forest managers are losing valuable time to prepare for the upcoming wildland fire season as the partial government shutdown continues.
Deaf And Unemployed: 1,000+ Applications But Still No Full-Time Job
Despite technological advancements that allow deaf job seekers to communicate more easily with potential employers, applicants say they still face stigma that they can’t do the job.
It’s Official: The Partial Government Shutdown Is The Longest In U.S. History
Saturday marks Day 22 of the partial federal government shutdown, stretching past the 21 days in 1995-96. Many federal workers missed their first paycheck on Friday.
The Longest Government Shutdown In History, No Longer — How 1995 Changed Everything
We’ve had government shutdowns since the ’70s. Early on, they were low on drama and usually quickly resolved. Then came 1995, when the GOP used budget negotiations to push a broad philosophical fight.
Trump Lashes Out At FBI After ‘NY Times’ Reported On Inquiry Into His Intentions
The president didn’t question the report, which said counterintelligence officials wondered if he was a national security threat. Instead, he said he was “FAR tougher on Russia” than other leaders.
SpaceX To Lay Off 10 Percent Of Its Workforce
A spokesman said the reduction would not be necessary except for “extraordinarily difficult challenges ahead.”
Hawaii Rep. Tulsi Gabbard Announces She’s Running For President In 2020
The Democrat is an anti-interventionist who has drawn criticism for meeting with Syrian President Bashar Assad. In 2016, she supported the presidential campaign of Bernie Sanders.
California Jury Agrees To Strip Trademarked Logo From Mongols Biker Club
The motorcycle club, whose members have a history of violence and drug dealing, considers its trademarked logo central to its identity. Federal prosecutors say the logo is linked to criminality.
Florida Governor Replaces Broward Sheriff, Citing ‘Incompetence’
“Sheriff [Scott] Israel has repeatedly failed and has demonstrated a pattern of poor leadership,” Gov. Ron DeSantis announced. Former Coral Springs Police Sgt. Gregory Tony will replace Israel.
Macedonian Parliament Approves New Name For The Country As Demanded By Greece
Greece has blocked its northern neighbor from entering into NATO for 27 years over an argument about which country has a right to the name Macedonia.
Accused Of Florida Rape 70 Years Ago, 4 Black Men Get Posthumous Pardons
The new governor said the arrests and trials, and in two cases the killings, of the Groveland Four were unjust. Families of the men had worked for the pardons. The accuser maintained she did not lie.
Canada Grants Asylum To Saudi Woman Who Fled Her Family
Rahaf Mohammed Alqunun is reportedly en route from Thailand to Canada. The 18-year-old was granted refugee status by the U.N. after she alleged abuse by family members.
Myanmar Court Rejects Appeal Of 2 Imprisoned Reuters Journalists
Wa Lone and Kyaw Soe Oo were reporting on a massacre of Rohingya men when they were arrested and later convicted of violating the country’s Official Secrets Act. They were sentenced to seven years.
White House Eyes Funding Sources For Border Wall In Case Trump Declares Emergency
The Army Corps of Engineers has been asked to identify projects that could be canceled or delayed so that funds could be redirected to build a border wall, congressional and Pentagon sources say.
‘I’m A Little Stressed’: LA Teachers And Parents Brace For A Possible Strike
From lessons on the history of the labor movement, to stocking up on toilet paper for striking teachers, Los Angeles is getting ready.
U.S. Has ‘Begun The Process’ Of Withdrawing From Syria, Pentagon Says
The military gave no details on the departure timeline for the more than 2,000 U.S. troops in Syria “out of concern for operational security.”
To Get To College, It Helps Black Students To Have A Black Teacher Early On
New research shows that black teachers have a much stronger effect on black students than previously thought.
‘Federal Employees Deserve Better’: Workers Rally As Shutdown Frustration Builds
As anxiety and anger rise, federal workers and industry leaders around the country are organizing to demand an end to the partial government shutdown.
Justice Ginsburg Has No Remaining Signs Of Cancer, Will Return To Supreme Court
After having surgery last month for lung cancer, liberal Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg is recovering well and has “no evidence of remaining disease,” according to the Supreme Court.
Most Federal Workers’ Health Coverage To Continue During Shutdown, Even If Pay Stops
Basic health insurance for most affected federal workers will stay in effect, but circumstances are murkier for contractors.
Wis. Girl Missing For 3 Months Is Found — And Helps Deputies Catch Alleged Captor
Jayme Closs disappeared the day her parents were found dead. On Thursday, she approached a woman and said she had been taken. The man who allegedly abducted her and killed her parents is now in jail.
Most Americans Call Shutdown ‘Embarrassing’ As It’s Set To Become Longest In History
An NPR/Ipsos Poll finds more than 70 percent of Americans say the shutdown is embarrassing for the country, will hurt the economy and the government should remain open while budget talks continue.