On Point

Racial firestorm. The House condemns Trump’s comments. No charges in the chokehold death of Eric Garner. New asylum rules. Shawna Thomas, David …

3,2,1 ... liftoff. We celebrate the moon mission at 50 and look at the future of space exploration. Alex Stuckey and Andrew Chaikin join Jane Clayson.

A study conducted as part of a lawsuit in the City of New York found part of its affordable housing policy might deepen segregation. Policy advocates …

What does it take to predict tomorrow’s weather today? We take a look at the fascinating story behind the history and science of the weather forecast. Andrew Blum and Bri Eggers join Meghna Chakrabarti.

Meat-free burgers are sweeping the nation. Are they healthier or better for the planet? We ask. Michael Grunwald, Kelsey Mangano and Will Schafer join Meghna Chakrabarti.

High deductibles and medical bills are feeding resentment and political alienation of the middle class, reports the Los Angeles Times. We unpack. …

From President Trump’s "go back" tweets to the dispute between the "squad" and House Speaker Pelosi. We take a look at race and racism in Washington. Rep. William Lacy Clay, Peniel Joseph, Rochelle Riley and E.J. Dionne …

A major investigation by The Atlantic finds that the police are still skeptical of women who report a rape. The reporter says a "subterranean river …

Take your pick: plane, car or boat. They’re all bad for the planet. Does that mean we should all stay home? Andy Newman, Nives Dolšak and Richard …

Thrillers to memoirs. Great escapes to illumination. We’ve got your hot summer reading list all cued up. The best beach reads of 2019. Laurie Hertzel, Leigh Haber and Hannah Oliver Depp join Meghna Chakrabarti.