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Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman came to international attention with his economic reforms and his creation of more opportunities for women, but he's now known for repressive acts.

Jared Kushner, President Trump's son-in-law, has played a key role with the Saudis and in the Middle East, despite his inexperience. Now, he's at the center of the scrutiny again.

The death and injury toll continues to go up after a major storm passes through an area. Injuries due to accidents go up, as do deaths. The CDC also points out that storms take a mental health toll.

"My withdrawal comes in the wake of personal attacks that, left undefended, would have made my leading USAG a liability for the organization," Mary Bono said in her resignation letter on Tuesday.

Teachers on strike, this time in Los Angeles, the country’s second-largest school district. We’ll hear the debate on both sides.

Whether it's exercise or housework, older Americans who move their bodies regularly may preserve more of their memory and thinking skills, even if they have brain lesions and other signs of dementia.

Also in this week's education roundup, a new study suggest that a high-crime neighborhood can have an effect on student attendance.

NPR's Scott Simon asks Rep. Don Bacon, R-Neb., about his stance on the president's national emergency declaration and funding for border security.

NPR's Scott Simon speaks with author Pitchaya Sudbanthad about his novel Bangkok Wakes to Rain.The book threads the history of Thailand with the modern world.

President Trump tried to bypass House Speaker Nancy Pelosi, and on Tuesday invited rank-and-file House Democrats to a shutdown meeting at the White House. They declined to attend.