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In a Census Bureau report released Wednesday, it tallied up the median earnings for different bachelor degree holders. Engineers make an average of $92,000 a year. Some other majors at the low-end of the list: education, fine and visual arts and communications. Those all earn an average of $50,000 to $60,000.

President Barack Obama's choice to lead the National Intelligence Council has withdrawn his agreement to serve in that position. Chas Freeman, a veteran diplomat, had come under fire for statements he has made in the past about China and Israel.

Thirteen nominations for The Curious Case of Benjamin Button, but no Best Picture nod for The Dark Knight: NPR's Bob Mondello talks to Michele Norris about today's Oscar surprises, disappointments and don't-misses.

Stephen Miller, a top aide to President Trump, is the latest White House staffer to test positive for coronavirus.

Ten Democratic presidential candidates will take the debate stage Thursday night. It's the first time they will all be on the stage at the same time. We assess the risks and rewards.

Jason Isbell's Southeastern, Kanye West's Yeezus and an assortment of remarkable women dominated the Fresh Air critic's year in listening.

Ethics show up in the strangest places. Thursday night, Top Chef took a trip into a very gray area of competition.

Host Scott Simon talks about the quintessential summer treat, ice cream, with Barb Zapzalka, owner of Pumphouse Creamery in Minneapolis, Minn. It ranks as one of the "Top 25 Ice Cream Spots in the U.S.," according to Food and Wine Magazine.

Chili's Grill & Bar is leading the way in digital dining. The restaurant chain is installing table-top computer screens to allow customers to place orders and swipe their credit card, according to The Wall Street Journal.

The president has nominated his chief of staff. Jack Lew is also a former budget director in both the Clinton and Obama administrations. He would replace Timothy Geithner, who plans to step down soon.