R. Kelly’s Trial For Charges Including Sex Trafficking Has Begun
Opening statements have begun in the federal trial of R. Kelly, who faces charges of sexual exploitation of a child, bribery, kidnapping, forced labor and sexual trafficking across state lines.
How Several NBA Rookies Started Making 6 Figures Before Even Being Drafted
This year, the NBA welcomed several elite prospects who skipped college to play for a new minor league team. NPR’s Ailsa Chang talks with G League President Shareef Abdur-Rahim about the team, Ignite.
Seattle Doctor Says Unvaccinated People Are Testing Healthcare Workers’ Resiliency
NPR’s Mary Louise Kelly speaks with Dr. Sachita Shah, an emergency room physician in Seattle, Wash., about the latest surge in coronavirus cases.
Congressman Crow On Pushing President Biden To Evacuate Afghan Allies
NPR’s Mary Louise Kelly talks with Congressman Jason Crow, an Army veteran who served in Afghanistan, on being part of a bipartisan group of lawmakers urging President Biden to evacuate Afghan allies.
School Officials In Miami-Dade County, Fla., Will Likely Defy Order And Require Masks
Officials in Miami-Dade County in Florida have indicated they will defy an order from their governor and require students to wear face masks when they return to classes next week.
Some Americans Could Be Getting Booster Shots In September
The Biden administration is expected to outline a booster strategy. Pending a review by the FDA and a panel of CDC advisors, the third dose could be offered as soon as Sept. 20.
Biden’s Handling Of Afghanistan Has Angered Some Allies
The way the Biden administration left Afghanistan and the situation in Kabul has angered many U.S. allies. Now they’re scrambling to evacuate their citizens and the Afghans who supported them.
Pentagon Issues Update On Efforts To Evacuate Thousands From Afghanistan
Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin and Gen. Mark Milley, chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, gave an update on the efforts of U.S. forces to evacuate thousands from Taliban-controlled Afghanistan.
Colorado Governor Rescinds A Piece Of Anti-Native American Language From State Law
Colorado’s governor has rescinded language to “kill and destroy” Native Americans from a state law, once used to justify a 19th century massacre. Tribes say it’s an important step toward healing.
Journalist Who Escaped The Taliban Is Trying To Evacuate Family Of Man Who Helped Him
NPR’s Mary Louise Kelly talks with David Rohde, online news director for The New Yorker, on his treatment while captured by the Taliban and efforts to get the family members of Tahir Luddin to safety.
A T-Mobile Breach Exposed Nearly 50 Million People’s Personal Data
Names, Social Security numbers and birth dates were compromised; phone numbers, account numbers, passwords and financial information were not. T-Mobile is offering free identity protection services.
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