James Clapper Weighs In On What Role The Intelligence Community Serves
During his tenure, former Director of National Intelligence James Clapper presided over a tumultuous time for the intelligence community. NPR’s Audie Cornish speaks with Clapper about his new book, Facts and Fears, and what he sees as the future of the…
Anthem Policy Discouraging ‘Avoidable’ Emergency Room Visits Faces Criticism
Under the health insurer’s policy, Anthem can retroactively restrict or deny coverage if the company decides that a visit to the emergency room could have been avoided.
Senate Passes $55 Billion Veterans Affairs Reform Bill
The bill will change how the VA pays for private care, expand a VA caregiver program and start a review of the VA’s aging infrastructure. President Trump has said he will sign it.
My Father Stood For The Anthem, For The Same Reason That Colin Kaepernick Sits
As a child, I found my father’s love of the national anthem utterly bewildering. His was the generation of men born free but shackled by bigotry. So why did he sound so proud, singing that song?
For Troubled Kids, Some Schools Take Time Out For Group Therapy
A growing number of schools are offering training for emotional and social skills that can benefit kids in school and throughout their life.
Trump Son-In-Law Kushner To Regain Top Clearance Following Mueller Interview
White House senior adviser Jared Kushner met with the special counsel’s office for 7 or 8 hours and may now be out of the woods legally — or on his way.
All NFL Players ‘Shall Stand And Show Respect’ For Flag And Anthem, League Says
Anyone who doesn’t want to stand can stay in the locker room — but teams will be fined if athletes or staff on the field don’t stand, the NFL says in its new policy.
Trying Physical Therapy First For Low Back Pain May Curb Use Of Opioids
A study of patients with low back pain finds that those who got physical therapy first needed fewer pricey scans and surgeries and had “significantly lower out-of-pocket costs” for treatment overall.
Famed Vegas Casinos Could Be Hobbled As Thousands Of Workers Authorize Strike
The union representing the hospitality workers says they could walk out as early as June 1 if their demands, including protection against sexual harassment and technology advances, are not met.
Trump Intensifies Push On What He Calls Improper Snooping With ‘Spygate’ Brand
President Trump argues the story about the FBI investigating his campaign’s potential conspiracy with Russia actually is a story about unlawful surveillance.
Missouri May Be First State To Get Serious About The Definition Of Meat
A bill that awaits a signature by the state’s governor would restrict “meat” labeling on anything that doesn’t come from livestock or poultry. The topic is also being considered at the federal level.
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