Morning Edition
For Some Syrians, A Trip To The Hospital Takes Days
For civilians and rebel fighters injured in the fierce clashes and intense aerial bombing campaigns in and around the Syrian border town of Qusayir, the nearest hospital is in another country: Lebanon. NPRs Susannah George has this report from the Lebanese-Syrian border.
You Know It When You Hear It, Film Honors New York's Accent
Steve Inskeep and David Greene report on a documentary film exploring the New York accent. "If These Knishes Could Talk: The Story of the New York Accent" premieres tonight at the Art of Brooklyn Film Festival.
Obama Acts To Control Controversies
The White House on Wednesday tried to turn the fire hose on two big flare-ups. The administration released 100 pages of emails related to the Benghazi terrorist attacks in Libya, and President Obama announced that the acting IRS commissioner is stepping down. David Greene talks to NPR's Ari Shapiro about the White House's efforts at damage control.
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Unsatisfied Fan Uses Tweets To Torment Players
The NBA's New York Knicks lost to the Indiana Pacers Tuesday night, falling further behind in their playoff series. Knicks shooting guard J.R. Smith took responsibility. A new Twitter account followed each shot he took.
Security Tapes Show Supermarket Glutton Stuffing Himself
Police in Kentucky say Trevor Runyon slipped into a supermarket and waited for it to close.Surveillance cameras show he then had a feast. He cooked and ate six steak, and washed them down with beer, shrimp and birthday cake. Police found him hiding in the ceiling.
Stay-At-Home Dads, Breadwinner Moms And Making It All Work
For decades, the role of breadwinner was reserved for men, but today, more than a quarter of American working women earn more than their spouses. That means more fathers are opting to stay home with the kids.
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Grad Student Tracks His Online Moves, Looks To Sell Data
Everyone is tracked by marketers online. Instead of fighting it, Federico Zannier, a New York grad student, is taking ownership of his online personal data by selling it: "I said, 'OK, I want to try to make money with my own data.' "
1 Month Since The Bombings, Signs Of Progress In Boston
Explosions rocked the finish line of the Boston Marathon one month ago. Four Boston-area families continue to mourn their loved ones and dozens of the 250 injured push on with their rehab. In the area of the bombing, only one business has not reopened.
Holder Called To Capitol Hill To Testify On Controversies
In an NPR interview, Attorney General Eric Holder answers questions about the IRS's processing of tax-exemption applications, the Justice Department's subpoenas for reporters' phone records and other hot issues. Holder faces questions on Capitol Hill Wednesday during an oversight hearing.
1 Month Since The Bombings, Signs Of Progress In Boston
Wednesday marks one month since the explosions at the Boston Marathon. NPR's Tovia Smith reports on the city's recovery.
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Is A Smaller Budget Deficit A Lasting Trend?
The Congressional Budget Office has sharply revised down the outlook for the federal budget deficit. Some temporary factors are being cited for the projected improvement. Keeping the deficit on a downward path may depend on the economy, analysts say.
Young Afghan Entrepreneur Capitalizes On Opportunities
Fahim Hashemi, 33, built a conglomerate from scratch. He owns a TV channel, an airline and supplies the Afghan National Army with boots and fuel. He got his start early in the war as a translator to U.S. and British forces.
'Revolutions' Unfold Within Oil Industry
In the stodgy world of global oil, we don't hear the term revolution tossed around very often. But oil analysts are watching dramatic change take place on the supply side of the industry. Things like where the oil is coming from and who is buying it.
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Jolie's Double Mastectomy Shines Light On Preventing Cancer
When movie star Angelina Jolie announced this week that she had had a double mastectomy as a way to prevent breast cancer, it stirred up a lot of discussion about the disease and how its treated. To discuss the implications, David Greene talks to writer Peggy Orenstein, a breast cancer survivor. She recently wrote a piece for The New York Times Magazine called, "Our Feel Good War on Breast Cancer."
Grad Students Tracks His Online Moves, Looks To Sell Data
Everyone is tracked by marketers online. Instead of fighting it, a New York grad student is taking ownership of his online personal data by selling it.
Senate Panel Keeps Up Effort To Reshape Immigration Overhaul
Senators on the Judiciary Committee spent their second full day slogging through proposed amendments to the bipartisan immigration overhaul. Tuesday's subject was the method of awarding visas for those wanting to come here to study and work.
U.S. Military Faces More Accusations Of Sexual Improprieties
In Texas, a sergeant at Fort Hood is accused of engaging in various offenses, at the same time he was in charge of an anti-sexual abuse office at the base. It's the second time an officer, who's supposed to help victims of assault, is facing accusations of sexual offenses himself.
Wal-Mart Won't Sign Pact, Has Own Way To Protect Workers
Following a factory collapse in Bangladesh that killed more than 1,000 people, Wal-Mart has declined to join a multi-company factory safety accord to try to prevent future disasters. Instead, the world's largest retailer announced its own set of inspection and safety measures.
'Ineffective Management' Blamed For IRS Tax-Exempt Scandal
A Treasury Department Inspector General's report criticizes the IRS for inappropriately flagging some conservative groups for additional scrutiny on their applications for tax-exempt status. President Obama says those responsible must be held accountable.
