Philanthropy is a ‘significant form of power.’ Here's how Jeffrey Epstein exploited that
A large share of science funding comes through philanthropy, with little legal or public scrutiny. This lack of oversight allowed Jeffrey Epstein to cultivate scientists and launder his reputation.
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2 killed in shooting outside Mormon church in Salt Lake City
Two people were killed and six others injured in a shooting outside a Salt Lake City church Wednesday night while mourners were attending a memorial service inside, police said. -
True crime, teen moms and global tragedy in cinemas this week
A 1970s hostage story, a generation-spanning epic of Palestinian tragedy, and a tale of 16th century conquest are all in theaters starting this week. -
Béla Fleck cancels Kennedy Center appearance, says it's become 'charged and political'
The 18-time Grammy Award winner is the latest musician to cancel an show at the Kennedy Center. Béla Fleck says he cannot currently perform there because it "has become charged and political." -
Community reacts to ICE shooting in Minnesota. And, RFK Jr. unveils new food pyramid
Minnesota law enforcement and the FBI are investigating an ICE officer's fatal shooting of a Minneapolis woman. And, Health Secretary RFK Jr. unveils new dietary guidelines for Americans. -
Inside a chaotic digital record of the Brown University shooting: What students saw, feared, shared
Fifteen minutes before the university's first alert of an active shooter, students were already documenting the chaos. -
RFK Jr.'s new dietary guidelines go all in on meat and dairy
Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. has announced new dietary guidelines for Americans focused on promoting whole foods, healthy proteins and fats. And he has "declare[d] war" on added sugar. -
Minneapolis mayor says ICE officer’s killing of a motorist was ‘reckless’ and wasn’t self-defense
An Immigration and Customs Enforcement officer shot and killed a Minneapolis driver on Wednesday during the Trump administration's latest immigration crackdown on a major American city. -
Have you had a hard talk with an older driver? Tell us about it
Have you thought about taking the keys away from an older driver in your life? NPR wants to hear your story about how you navigated a difficult situation with an aging parent or relative.
