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Good afternoon. How, why and when was the notion of "race" developed? This special, titled "The Invention of Race," explores the history and anthropology of race, and racism, from the ancient world to today. | NewsCut | Forecast
Subpoena for Deutsche Bank may put Mueller on collision course with Trump
Justice Department special counsel Robert Mueller has reportedly subpoenaed Trump family financial records from the German financial giant Deutsche Bank, a move that could signal a major new direction for his inquiry.
Russia is banned from 2018 Olympics; athletes told to compete under 'Olympic Flag'

The decision by the International Olympic Committee follows last year's McLaren Report, which said more than 1,000 Russian athletes were involved in manipulating doping controls.

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Texting 911 now an option in Minnesota

Minnesota's 911 emergency call system now accepts text messages, but authorities still recommend a phone call when possible.

Tribes sue over Trump's order to shrink protected lands

The court cases are likely to drag on for years, maybe even into a new presidency. | Trump takes rare step to reduce 2 national monuments

Charter schools and the resegregation of American public education

A new Associated Press analysis finds many charter schools in America are racially segregated. MPR News host Kerri Miller spoke with Cornell professor Noliwe Rooks about this modern school segregation, and the effects of the charter school movement.

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John Oliver questions Dustin Hoffman over groping allegations

Comedian John Oliver pretty well nailed it while participating in a panel he was moderating about the 20th anniversary of the film 'Wag the Dog' when he asked Hoffman about allegations that he groped a 17-year-old intern on the set.

Conyers resigns from Congress amid harassment allegations

The 88-year-old civil rights leader becomes the highest-ranking figure on Capitol Hill to be brought down by the sexual misconduct allegations that have toppled powerful men in Hollywood, the media and politics in recent weeks. elosi.

The Takeaway’s management responds to Hockenberry allegations

The boss of The Takeaway broke her silence today, answering allegations that she and members of WNYC, which owns the public radio program, did not respond to sexual and racial harassment allegations against former host John Hockenberry.

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