Passenger Who Survived A Fatal Flight Is Suing Southwest Airlines
On April 17, an engine that exploded caused the death of one passenger and injured others. A survivor has filed a lawsuit against the carrier, alleging she now suffers from PTSD and other conditions.
In Hunt For Golden State Killer, Investigators Uploaded His DNA To Genealogy Site
After failing to find a match within criminal databases, law enforcement uploaded the killer’s DNA profile to a no-frills website used to trace ancestry. The tactic has spurred privacy concerns.
Why Prosecutors In Bill Cosby’s Case Focused On Addressing Misconceptions About Rape
NPR’s Ailsa Chang talks with Dr. Barbara Ziv, the forensic psychiatrist who testified at the retrial of Bill Cosby, about the focus that the prosecution put on educating the jury about common misconceptions around rape.
Group Of Central Americans Seeking Asylum Reach U.S.-Mexico Border
A much diminished group of 200 to 300 asylum seekers are straggling into Tijuana, with the bulk arriving Friday. On Sunday, they plan to approach and cross the U.S. border and ask for asylum. The Justice Department has directed U.S. Attorneys to “take …
How Secretary Of State Mike Pompeo Did On His First Official Trip As Chief Diplomat
Mike Pompeo, the newly-minted secretary of state spent his first full day on the job at a NATO meeting in Brussels. It’s his first official trip in the role as America’s chief diplomat.
Why Former CIA Director John Brennan’s Criticism Of Trump Is Extremely Rare
Former CIA Director John Brennan is out of the agency but not the public eye. He’s made a point of attacking President Trump ever since his Inauguration. Critics say that can sow discord, but Brennan says he’s doing what he thinks is right.
NBC Culture Questioned As Former Anchor Tom Brokaw Faces Sexual Harassment Allegations
Former NBC News Anchor Tom Brokaw is the latest to be accused of sexual harassment allegations at the network, as reports raise new questions about the workplace culture at NBC.
Take A Ride On These Private Railroad Cars Known As ‘Yachts On Rails’
There’s a form of railroad travel that few people ever see: private railroad cars, which attach to normally-scheduled Amtrak trains and pull riders paying top-dollar across the country. Jordan Salama took a ride on one, traveling between Chicago and Hu…
Tactics Used To Find Golden State Killer Raise Privacy And Legal Questions
Investigators used DNA and an online genealogical database to hunt down and arrest the Golden State Killer. But now those tactics are raising privacy and legal issues.
Beyond A Failed Nominee: Whistleblower Retaliation Another Problem At The VA
The VA Office of Accountability and Whistleblower Protection has taken on dozens of new cases of alleged retaliation. But some VA employees are skeptical the office will be able to protect them.
Pennsylvania GOP Rep. Patrick Meehan Resigns After Sexual Harassment Scandal
The congressman had already said he wasn’t going to run for re-election. Now, he will repay a $39,000 taxpayer-funded settlement. Meehan’s resignation will trigger a special election.
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