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NPR's Michel Martin speaks with journalist Shane Bauer about his new book, American Prison: A Reporter's Undercover Journey into the Business of Punishment.

A new data tool finds a strong correlation between where people grew up and their chances of climbing the economic ladder. Charlotte, N.C., hopes to use it to improve residents' economic mobility.

For now, the court will be evenly divided between conservative and liberal justices. In the next week, the Court will hear cases involving endangered species, the death penalty and immigration law.

On Sunday, voters in Macedonia were asked whether the country's name should be changed to North Macedonia. It appears voter turnout for the referendum fell short of what's required.

The number of people confirmed dead after Friday's tsunami rose dramatically Sunday to more than 800. Officials warn the number could rise into the thousands as rescuers reach more affected areas.

James P. Allison and Tasuku Honjo were cited for their work in harnessing the immune system to arrest the development of cancer.

The pair of immunologists won for their discovery of cancer therapy that works by harnessing the body's own immune system.

According to a team of Harvard researchers, the key to addressing the achievement gap lies in connecting parents' natural instincts with what we know about developmental science.

According to ESPN, the couple agreed that once the two teams played each other, they'd bring the kid up as a fan of the team that won. That game was Sunday. The Chargers won.

Where do things stand with the Supreme Court nomination? More than 800 people are dead after a tsunami in Indonesia. After weeks of talks, Canada will stay in a trade pact with the U.S. and Mexico.