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Is this mission really impossible? Do we need another vacation? And why is William F. Buckley swearing at Gore Vidal? (article)
The Takeaway explores the American intelligence community's response to hacking, the current situation around Cecil the Lion's missing hunter, and a new documentary on life in Sudan. (episode)
The United States government is developing aggressive strategies to proactively defend against cyber hacking after the breach against the Office of Personnel Management last April.
Protesters descended onto Dr. Palmer's home, the hunter who killed Cecil the Lion, with signs reading "Justice For Cecil" or "Rot In Hell." He has not been seen in public since Tuesday.
A word of advice to presidential candidates: when on the campaign trial, eat the local food like the locals do.
Two rival governments have both claimed legitimacy in Libya for almost a year, allowing groups affiliated with the Islamic State to find a foothold in the chaos.
Tig Notaro joins Twitter, Key and Peele call it quits, and Prince Charles faces off against an eagle to win the internet this week.
The Movie Date Podcast team is back to review the weekend's new releases, including "Vacation" and "Mission Impossible: Rogue Nation."
A new documentary about Sudan, “Beats Of The Antonov,” follows musicians who use music to lift the spirits of a war-torn people.
The Olympics are returning to Beijing in 2022 for the Winter Games. The decision edged out Almaty, the largest city in Kazakhstan, in a 40 to 44 vote.
The Takeaway explores the death of Cecil the lion, we look at a land dispute between the U.S. and Canada, and the legal fight over the song "Happy Birthday to You." (episode)
A white University of Cincinnati police officer has been indicted in the murder of a black driver, raising tensions around the city.
The announcement comes one day after officials confirmed the death of Taliban Supreme Leader Mullah Omar.
Public outrage at trophy hunters has reached a fever pitch after a Minnesota dentist killed an endangered lion for sport. But is there a benefit to trophy hunting?
More than a year after Malaysian Airlines flight MH370 disappeared, officials believe that a piece of the plane may have be found.
The Obama Administration unveils its second national strategy on HIV/AIDS, but practitioners in Southern states, where half of new infections occur, worry it does not go far enough.
Off the coast of Maine, or off the coast of Nova Scotia? That's the question surrounding Machias Seal Island, where American and Canadian lobstermen fight for sovereignty.
New evidence in a lengthy legal battle suggests the song should already be in the public domain. Get ready to hear the "real" birthday song at your favorite chain restaurant.
The Takeaway looks at a new bipartisan movement in Congress, a new museum exhibit on legendary musician Louis Armstrong, and a new project that maps road trips from literature. (episode)
Omar became the Supreme Leader of the Taliban movement in 1996, and was overthrown by U.S. led forces in 2001. He has since had a $10 million bounty on his head.
Republicans and Democrats can't agree on much. But after decades of gridlock, there is new momentum in Congress to revise federal sentencing laws.
More than half of all prisoners in the U.S. have been prosecuted for violent crimes, which is why sentencing reform may need to address more than just nonviolent drug offenses.
The first instrument Louis Armstrong ever played, and the last one, are now on display together, along with many other artifacts from the late, great musician.
Many presidents have considered releasing Jonathan Pollard. Now after 30 years, the Department of Justice has announced that Pollard will be paroled in November.
The president's personal story may still be his best asset in the eyes of both the leaders and citizens of East Africa.
Planning a road trip this summer? Why not take the path already taken by your favorite novelists?
The Takeaway explores a basic income in America, a trans student's fight to use the bathroom, and Dr. Seuss's longtime art director drops by to discuss his newly released book. (episode)
If the goal for major cities is to ensure a basic quality of life for everyone, would a higher minimum wage be more effective than a guaranteed basic income?
A federal judge in Virginia will decide whether 16-year-old transgender student Gavin Grimm can use the boys' restrooms at Gloucester High School.
A massive cleanup effort is underway in Alaska, with tons of debris being airlifted from the shores and beaches and transported to a barge for disposal.
China's stock market dropped 8.5 percent on Monday, despite several attempts by the government to prop up the markets. What else can they do to prevent a collapse?
This week, readers get to experience a never-before-published Dr. Seuss creation. Check out photos from the book, "What Pet Should I Get," and hear from Dr. Seuss's former art director.
We speak to the band the X Ambassadors about their new album, "VHS," and how their mostly shared childhood shaped their musical paths.
The Takeaway explores the "myth of the two-party system," author Roxane Gay discusses police brutality, and the debate that changed American politics. (episode)
While Donald Trump appears to be leading in the polls, an attack led by Sen. Ted Cruz against Senate majority leader Mitch McConnell is revealing cracks within the Republican party.
While some may feel there are plenty of options for the 2016 election—16 Republicans and four Democrats are in the running—Americans still only have two parties to choose from.
The excavation marks a turning point in the relationship between the Colombian government and its long-embattled civilians.
After the death of Sandra Bland, who was found hanged in her jail cell earlier this month, writer Roxane Gay is critiquing the way law enforcement officers perceive black Americans.
The first U.S.-approved drone delivery test flight landed among a cheering crowd in rural southwest Virginia last week. Here's how the delivery could change our skies.
On the eve of a special NATO meeting at Turkey's request, we examine the country's recent actions—and complicated relationships—in the region.
Like our phones and our computers, our cars can be hacked.
The new Sundance hit "The Best of Enemies" captures the intense rivalry between liberal powerhouse Gore Vidal and conservative iconoclast William F. Buckley.
The Takeaway Weekender Podcast hears from one American folklorist that's worked for decades to record the sounds of the South, and legendary musician Warren Haynes. (episode)
Pac-man, punches, prison, and pissed-off moms. There's a lot to enjoy in this week's movies if you're a fan of any of these. (article)
The Takeaway looks at the movie theater shooting in Lafayette, Louisiana, what the feud between Nicki Minaj and Taylor Swift says about feminism and racism, and Warren Haynes drops by. (episode)
Lawmakers in Congress say the U.S. has been "bamboozled" and "fleeced" by the Iranians. But America's partners in the global community stand by the deal.
Activist and early pioneer Judy Heumann explains what the 25th anniversary of the Americans with Disability Act means for the millions of Americans with disabilities.
Last night's shooting is the eighth mass shooting in Louisiana this year alone. There have been 204 days in 2015 so far, and last night's shooting was the 204th mass shooting this year.
The Movie Date Podcast team is back to review the weekend's new releases, including "Pixels," "Southpaw," and "Paper Towns."
It was branded as a Twitter feud between female artists, but underneath the media frenzy was one artist's genuine concern about race, body image, and the music industry.
The Grammy award-winning guitar player and singer discusses his new solo album and the search for the American sound.
Literary road trips are mapped, the "Jurassic" movies in high heels, scaffolding enthusiasts find a home, one voice changes in different spaces, and Alex Trebek finally sings Rihanna.
The Takeaway explores the death of Sandra Bland, why the media probably failed Greek history, and a new drug aimed at treating Alzheimer's. (episode)
As President Obama heads to Kenya, The Takeaway sits down with a roundtable of African writers who think deeply about the future of their countries and their relationship with the West.
“We did issue a notice of non-compliance based upon a records review of the Waller County Jail,” says Brandon Wood, the executive director of Texas Commission on Jail Standards.
Emergency funding from European creditors have helped the country stay afloat for now, but Greece’s financial woes are far from over, and its future in the eurozone has been questioned.
The news out of Greece has been terrible, and so have the headlines. It seems no media outlet can quite resist the opportunity to (wrongly) make some reference to Greek tragedy.
What's the connection between human trafficking and climate change? This week Pope Francis invited mayors from cities around the globe to the Vatican to work on both issues.
Five million Americans suffer from Alzheimer's; 15.5 million serve as their caregivers. A new drug offers a glimmer of hope. How should caregivers care for themselves in the meantime?