In a new book, punk scholar Vivien Goldman traces the formation, rise and global reach of punk rock — demonstrating women’s central place within it.
Democrats Want To End Dark Money, But First They Want To Use It
“I have no misgivings,” said the head of one group. “On election night 2018, I didn’t hear anybody go, ‘Oh jeez, we won! But gosh, wasn’t all that stuff really bad that helped everybody win?’ “
Jill Biden Says ‘It’s Time To Move On’ From Anita Hill Controversy
The wife of 2020 Democratic candidate Joe Biden spoke to NPR about her new book Where The Light Enters, reflecting on her life with the former vice president.
Myanmar Releases Pulitzer Prize-Winning Reuters Journalists
“I’m really happy and excited to see my family and my colleagues,” Wa Lone told reporters as he left the prison after more than 500 days. “And I can’t wait to go to my newsroom.”
Trump Gives Presidential Medal Of Freedom To Tiger Woods
Trump has long been a fan and recently, a business partner of Woods. He announced his decision to give the award to Woods in a tweet after Woods won the Masters tournament last month at age 43.
Opposition Candidate’s Victory Tossed Out In Istanbul Mayor’s Race
Turkish election authorities have cancelled a major election victory for the country’s main opposition party, according to Turkish state media. The Istanbul mayor’s race will be re-run on June 23.
Judge Rules ‘Systematic Inadequacies’ Fueled Alabama Prison Suicides, Orders Monitor
The current prison system fails to protect inmates from killing themselves, a federal court ruled. The decision comes after 15 state inmates died by suicide in 15 months.
Rare Summer Cyclone Leaves Dozens Dead In Southeast Asia
Cyclone Fani tore through India and Bangladesh over the weekend, forcing the evacuation of millions of people.
South Korean Women ‘Escape The Corset’ And Reject Their Country’s Beauty Ideals
Amid intense social pressure to conform, a photographer in Seoul aims “to destroy the socially defined idea of a woman.” Women in her photos wear short hair and no makeup.
VIDEOS: News Features
News Features are short documentaries that explore the ways in which our country— and sometimes the world— is changing.
1 Million Animal And Plant Species Are At Risk Of Extinction, U.N. Report Says
“Protecting biodiversity amounts to protecting humanity,” says UNESCO Director-General Audrey Azoulay, who warns that species are being lost at an alarming rate.
As Saudi Arabia Builds A Nuclear Reactor, Some Worry About Its Motives
Saudi Arabia is building a small civilian nuclear reactor, the nation’s first. Nuclear power is an important part of its energy plans. Arms control experts ask if its intention is entirely peaceful.
Ahead Of 2020, Microsoft Unveils Tool To Allow Voters To Track Their Ballots
The tech giant unveiled a software toolkit Monday that would allow voters to confirm that their votes were cast and counted and provide transparency for tabulation.
Brunei Won’t Enforce Death-By-Stoning Law For Gay Sex, Sultan Says
After more than a month of criticism and a high-profile boycott, the sultan of Brunei says his country will extend its moratorium on the death penalty to include new Islamic laws.
Changing How You Think Helps The Transition From Prisoner Back To Citizen
Reentry programs work like a bridge between the world of corrections and the world of social services. Here’s what one of those programs is doing to help folks stay out for good.
House Judiciary Plans Contempt Vote For Attorney General Barr Over Mueller Report
Judiciary Committee Chairman Jerry Nadler issued a subpoena last month to the Justice Department to give Congress an unredacted version of the Mueller report. The deadline to comply was Monday.
It’s A Boy! Meghan Markle And Prince Harry Welcome A Baby To The Royal Family
The pregnancy had been shrouded in an unusual degree of secrecy. Buckingham Palace had not disclosed where Markle would give birth or precisely when she was due.
Fiery Crash Landing Of Russian Passenger Plane In Moscow Leaves 41 Dead
Video showed the Aeroflot flight’s rocky emergency landing, as the jet bounced along the runway before its rear portion was engulfed in flames. It’s unclear why it turned around shortly after takeoff.
Brooks & Dunn’s Excellent Adventure
In the ’90s, Brooks & Dunn helped to broaden country music’s audience with its embrace of a wide range of sounds and on-stage spectacle. 25 years later, their influence is everywhere in Nashville.
After Weekend Of Deadly Violence, Reports Of A Truce In Gaza
The escalation in hostilities was the deadliest in years, as rockets were fired from Gaza and Israel’s military launched targeted airstrikes. Four Israeli civilians and 23 people in Gaza were killed.
Business Leaders Oppose ‘License To Discriminate’ Against LGBT Texans
Texas legislators are considering a bill that would allow professionals to deny service to people based on religious beliefs. Critics say the law would sanction discrimination against LGBT Texans.
Boeing Knew About 737 Max Sensor Problem Before Plane Crash In Indonesia
Engineers at the company discovered a problem with a key safety indicator light within months of the first deliveries of the 737 Max. But it didn’t inform airlines or regulators for another year.
How Helpful Would A Genetic Test For Obesity Risk Be?
Behavior and environment are big factors in a surge in obesity. Scientists are busy trying to identify the many genes that play a role in weight gain to develop a predictive obesity test.
For 2020, Trump Campaign Woos Big Donors Who Spurned It In 2016
The Trump 2020 campaign is making a new effort to bring in fundraising help from establishment Republicans who sat out 2016. It’s one of many ways that Trump’s re-election bid is different this time.
‘Game Of Thrones’ Season 8, Episode 4: ‘Vomiting Is Not Celebrating’
In the fourth episode of the series’ final season, our heroes celebrate their hard-won victory over Evil Snow Miser, prepare for the next battle and suffer some distressing casualties.
New CBS News President Aims To Make Mark On Network With Staff Shake-Up
Amid sagging ratings, CBS News President Susan Zirinsky plans to rebuild the network’s flagship morning and evening broadcasts around several rising stars.
Pompeo Says U.S. Prepared To Offer Guaidó ‘Full Range Of Options’ To Oust Maduro
The options available to the Venezuelan opposition leader include, “diplomatic options, political options” and “ultimately a set of options that would involve use of U.S. military,” Pompeo said.
President Trump Names Mark Morgan, Former Border Patrol Chief, To Lead ICE
Morgan led the Border Patrol during the final months of the Obama administration, but he has emerged as a vocal supporter of the president’s immigration policies.
Netanyahu Orders Continued Pounding In Gaza As 600 Rockets Fired Into Israel
Violence stretches into a third day amid mounting casualties and fatalities, with no immediate end in sight. Three Israeli men and nine Palestinians have been killed thus far.
From Gloom To Gratitude: 8 Skills To Cultivate Joy
Reaching out in kindness, mindful breathing and taking time daily to note positive moments and personal strengths are all part of a program that reduces anxiety and depression. But it takes practice.
At Baltimore’s National Aquarium, Climate Change Presents Challenges Inside And Out
Three years ago, the aquarium decided it would find a sanctuary in the wild for its prized pod of dolphins. But then climate change complicated the plan entirely.
Seafood Without The Sea: Will Lab-Grown Fish Hook Consumers?
The seafood industry has some well-publicized problems: from overfishing to contaminants that make their way into fish. Now, a handful of startups aim to offer a “clean” alternative grown from cells.
What A Midwife Wishes People Knew About Her Job
In many countries, midwives get little respect. Selamawit Lake Fenta of Ethiopia tells why she is proud of her profession — and how she’s advancing rights for midwives.
Country House, A 65-1 Long Shot, Wins Kentucky Derby After Historic Disqualification
Maximum Security outpaced the competition on the muddy track and appeared to have won but was disqualified after an objection. Country House’s trainer called it a bittersweet victory.
Rachel Held Evans, Christian Writer Who Questioned Evangelical Beliefs, Dies At 37
Evans had been placed in a medically induced coma after a severe allergic reaction to antibiotics. She was known for her progressive writings about Christianity and her own faith journey.
Setting Precedent, A Federal Court Rules Jail Must Give Inmate Addiction Treatment
Many jails and prisons refuse to offer medication for opioid addiction, even to inmates who had been in treatment before incarceration. A recent ruling in a federal court says that’s not acceptable.