How NASA Sold the Science and Glamour of Space Travel
At the time of the Apollo 11 lunar landing mission, some Americans had reservations about the wisdom of reaching for the stars when troubles swelled on Earth.
Crisis Hits Dominican Republic Over Deaths of U.S. Tourists
Officials in the Dominican Republic are struggling to explain the deaths of at least 10 American tourists in recent months, and say they are a target of an exaggerated campaign of “fake news.”
At Town Hall, Pete Buttigieg Confronts Tensions Around South Bend Shooting
The fatal shooting last week of a black man by a South Bend police officer has tested Mr. Buttigieg’s leadership at a critical time for his campaign.
Bookstores Find Growth as ‘Anchors of Authenticity’
Big chains once posed a threat, but independents are thriving by hosting events, adding nonbook merchandise and becoming community hubs.
White House Is Pressing for Additional Options, Including in Cyberspace, to Deter Iranian Attacks
American officials are working on clandestine plans to counter Iranian aggression, pushed by the White House to develop options that would not escalate tensions into a full-out conventional war.
Joe Sestak, Former Pennsylvania Congressman, Becomes the 24th Democratic Candidate for President
Mr. Sestak entered the presidential race later than the 23 other candidates because his daughter had been battling brain cancer.
Why One of America’s Whitest States Is Getting a Surge of African Migrants
The migrants have been arriving in Portland, Maine, by the dozens. The surge has opened a debate in the city, which needs new residents but also has filled its shelters.
Trump Shrugs Off Killing of Khashoggi by Saudi Agents, Saying Saudi Arabia Is an Important Trading Partner
In an NBC interview, Mr. Trump also said he was “not looking for war” with Iran and lashed out at his Federal Reserve chairman.
Struggle Among Progress as Countries Restrict L.G.B.T.Q. Rights
While some countries are strengthening rights protections, others are clamping down in response to a wave of conservatism.
How the Democratic Candidates Responded to a Health Care Policy Survey
When the 2020 Democrats were asked the best way to improve the health care system, a split in the field was revealed. Here are full responses from 19 candidates.
‘Medicare for All’ vs. ‘Public Option’: The 2020 Field Is Split, Our Survey Shows
We asked the Democratic presidential candidates how they would improve the health care system. Some want to eliminate private insurance, but many others said that was a step too far.
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