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An OB-GYN Takes A New Patient: Kira The Gorilla

Sun, 18 Jun 2017 07:45:42 -0400

When a gorilla at the Philadelphia Zoo had been in labor for far too long, OB-GYN Rebekah McCurdy, who usually has human patients, was called in to help deliver the baby gorilla.

Why Quarterback Colin Kaepernick Remains Unsigned

Sun, 18 Jun 2017 07:45:42 -0400

The Nation's sports correspondent Dave Zirin tells NPR's Lulu Garcia-Navarro of his suspicions that quarterback Colin Kaepernick is being pushed away by the NFL for reasons other than his playing.

Wal-Mart To Buy Bonobos In Challenge To Amazon

Sun, 18 Jun 2017 07:45:42 -0400

Wal-Mart is purchasing men's clothing seller Bonobos as the giant retailer looks to stay competitive with Amazon.

Bill Cosby's Legacy Is Tarnished, But Influence Remains

Sun, 18 Jun 2017 07:45:42 -0400

Bill Cosby's tarnished legacy is a complicated one for African-Americans, but he opened doors for black people that remain open.

Go To New York City For The Whales

Sun, 18 Jun 2017 07:45:42 -0400

Humpback whales have been showing up in the waters around New York City. Lulu Garcia-Navarro talks with founder of Gotham Whales Paul Sieswerda, who says it's because of environmental efforts.

The Call-In: The High Cost Of Summer Child Care

Sun, 18 Jun 2017 07:45:42 -0400

NPR's Lulu Garcia-Navarro talks with single mom Deborah Lederman of Nashville, Tenn., about the high cost of summer camp. She took on a second job to help pay for her daughter's summer child care.

Economic Collapse And Government Paranoia In South Sudan

Sun, 18 Jun 2017 07:45:42 -0400

Fighting in South Sudan has led to violence and famine throughout the country and has spawned the fastest-growing refugee crisis in the world.

What's Next For Bill Cosby After Mistrial

Sun, 18 Jun 2017 07:45:42 -0400

NPR's Lulu Garcia-Navarro speaks to famed attorney Gloria Allred about the fallout from the mistrial declared in the Bill Cosby trial. The prosecution promises to retry the case.

Sunday Puzzle: Hopefully, You Paid Attention In Anatomy Class

Sun, 18 Jun 2017 07:45:42 -0400

Puzzlemaster Will Shortz stumps NPR's Lulu Garcia-Navarro and puzzle winner Mike Strong of Mechanicsburg, Pa., with an anatomical word puzzle.

Beth Ditto On 'Fake Sugar' And Sweet Memories

Sun, 18 Jun 2017 07:45:42 -0400

She'd left her Arkansas hometown by age 20, but the Gossip frontwoman's solo album recalls her Southern roots. Losing her father, she says, has made her look back more fondly at her childhood.

When Medical Bills Stack Up, Many Turn To Crowdsourcing Sites

Sun, 18 Jun 2017 07:45:00 -0400

NPR's Lulu Garcia-Navarro speaks with Lauren Carman, who used crowdsourcing to help pay medical expenses from breast cancer and delivering premature twins.

Trump Nominates Outspoken Candidates For Federal Judiciary

Sun, 18 Jun 2017 07:45:00 -0400

President Trump has more than 130 vacancies to fill on the federal bench, and he is beginning the process somewhat haphazardly.

Former Florida Congressman 'Very Pleased' With Trump Move

Sun, 18 Jun 2017 07:45:00 -0400

NPR's Lulu Garcia Navarro speaks with former Florida congressman Lincoln Diaz-Balart for his reaction to President Trump's change in U.S. Cuba policy.

Cuban Entrepreneurs Fear Economic Gains Will Be Lost With Trump Policy Change

Sun, 18 Jun 2017 07:45:00 -0400

Cubans are worried about the effect of President Trump's rollback of the openings begun by President Obama.

Campaigning Overwhelms Georgians In Most Expensive House Race Ever

Sun, 18 Jun 2017 07:45:00 -0400

After months of campaigning, Georgia's special congressional election is almost over. Voters in the Atlanta suburbs are burnt out after millions of dollars of TV ads.

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