Facebook Founder And CEO Mark Zuckerberg Testifies On Capitol Hill
Facebook CEO and founder Mark Zuckerberg testifies for the first time on Capitol Hill Tuesday. Lawmakers want answers on how Facebook allowed Cambridge Analytica to misuse data from some 87 million users, as well as how Russia-linked content was spread…
U.S. Still Considering How To Respond To Suspected Chemical Attack In Syria
A suspected chemical weapons attack this past weekend on a rebel stronghold near Damascus, Syria has prompted international outrage and threats from President Trump of a military response.
Fund For Victims Of Parkland Shooting Reaches $7.5 Million
The group overseeing the fund for victims of the Parkland, Fla., shooting met Tuesday to discuss how the funds will be distributed. As of now, more than $7.5 million has been collected.
Democratic Sen. Tim Kaine Discusses Possible Military Action Against Syria
NPR’s Audie Cornish speaks with Sen. Tim Kaine, D-Va., about possible military action against Syria over the use of chemical weapons. He and Sen. Jeff Flake, R-Ariz., have said that U.S. strikes in Syria are illegal unless Congress authorizes them.
Federal Court Rules Employers Can’t Pay Women Less Than Men Based On Prior Salary
In a unanimous ruling, a federal appeals court has ruled that employers can’t pay women less than men just because they made less at a previous job. The court said a woman’s prior salary, whether considered on its own or along with other factors, can’t…
Lawmakers Question Facebook Founder Mark Zuckerberg About Data Privacy Lapses
Facebook founder Mark Zuckerberg is answering to dozens of senators Tuesday, after it was reported that some 87 million Facebook users’ data was harvested by Cambridge Analytica. The testimony comes one week after the extent of the breach was revealed,…
Questions Remain After Deadly Shooting By Portland Police In Homeless Shelter
The American Civil Liberties Union of Oregon and family members are questioning the officers’ use of force.
Share Your Financial Aid Award Letters With Us
NPR Ed is investigating student financial aid award letters, and we’d like to see the ones that you have received.
Craft Bourbon Brewers Ride The Boom, Prepare For A Bust
While there’s been a sustained interest in bourbon in the last several years, some craft distillers are preparing in case of a bust by investing in rum and other spirits.
Mississippi’s First Female Senator Takes Office Needing To Win Over Her Own Party
Cindy Hyde-Smith is making a name for herself in the state’s history books as the first woman to represent the Magnolia state on the Hill.
Sinclair TV Host Resigns After Vulgar Tweet Threatening Parkland Survivor
After the furor over Laura Ingraham’s tweet, Jamie Allman’s crude message drew wider notice. At least three advertisers pulled their ads, and on Monday, Sinclair said it had accepted his resignation.
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