‘We Do Not Have A Policy’ Of Separating Families, DHS Head Says, Contradicting Policy
Homeland Security Secretary Kirstjen Nielsen defended the administration’s “zero-tolerance” policy in a series of tweets. Former first lady Laura Bush said the policy “breaks my heart.
At Least 5 Dead After Border Patrol Car Chase Ends With A Crash In Texas
The SUV topped 100 mph before the driver lost control and more than a dozen passengers were ejected from the mangled vehicle. Officials said nearly everyone involved is undocumented.
A Guide To Parental Controls For Kids’ Tech Use
All the major tech companies offer parental controls — Apple is the latest. For parents, making the best of them can be tricky.
Tent Encampment In Texas Holds Detained Immigrant Children
The federal government is holding detained migrant boys in a desert tent encampment. Some were detained after arriving alone at the border, while others were separated from their families.
NYC Mayor On Diversity Problems With City’s Elite Public High Schools
Steve Inskeep talks to New York City Mayor Bill de Blasio about his proposal to change how students are admitted to the city’s specialized high schools.
Results Of At-Home Genetic Tests For Health Can Be Hard To Interpret
As home genetic testing continues to boom, more people are getting their DNA tested for health reasons. The tests may signal future disease, but there are many limitations that might falsely reassure.
A 50-Year-Old Popcorn Machine Feeds Nostalgia At The Movies
In Lexington, Tenn., a century-old cinema is celebrating an important birthday: The Princess Theatre’s popcorn machine is turning 50.
House To Vote On 2 Immigration Bills
NPR’s Michel Martin looks ahead to votes on immigration this coming week in the House with congressman Jeff Denham (R-Calif.), who’s seeking legal protections for so-called Dreamers.
Protesters March To Texas Site Holding Detained Immigrant Kids
Hundreds of protesters angry over the Trump administration’s policy of separating migrant children from their parents march on a tent city near El Paso, Texas.
Sexual Harrassment In Courts
No industry is immune from sexual harassment and abuse — even the judicial system. NPR’s Michel Martin talks to attorney Jaime Santos of Goodwin Procter about the prevalence of harassment by judges.
Stay-At-Home Dads Still Struggle With Diapers, Drool, Stigma And Isolation
It’s hard to find other stay-at-home dads to hang out with, and working men worry you’ll hit on their stay-at-home wives. Meanwhile, bosses still expect new fathers to work full-time. What’s changed?
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