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TSA unveils a prototype self-service airport checkpoint security screening system

Passengers at the Harry Reid International Airport in Las Vegas will be the first to use a new prototype airport security system, which has been compared to the self-checkout at a grocery store.

Federal Communications Commission Chairman Ajit Pai said Thursday that the commission has rejected China Mobile USA's application to provide phone services between the United States and other countries because of national security risks.

FCC Blocks Chinese Company's Bid For International Phone Services In The U.S.

FCC Chairman Ajit Pai said it would "seriously jeopardize" national security, law enforcement and economic interests. The agency is also looking into authorizations granted to other Chinese firms.

Customers sit outside a restaurant offering outdoor service in New York in October. A new survey shows that tipped service workers are facing a marked increase in harassment during the coronavirus pandemic.

Tipped Service Workers Are More Vulnerable Amid Pandemic Harassment Spike: Study

More than half of workers surveyed said they were reluctant to enforce COVID-19 safety measures with customers from whom they would receive tips, according to the One Fair Wage study.

When New York City subway trains pull into the terminal, cleaners get on armed with more than a spray bottle with an EPA-approved cleaning solution and have a short period of time to spray and wipe down the benches, poles and doors.

New York City's Subway Ends 24-Hour Service Amid Pandemic

The New York City subway system is halting service from 1 to 5 a.m. indefinitely. Transit officials say they need more time to clean and have to save money while ridership is down.

'Neither Snow Nor Rain' Celebrates History Of U.S. Postal Service

NPR's Robert Siegel talks with author Devin Leonard whose new book, Neither Snow Nor Rain, celebrates the history of the U.S. Postal Service.

At your service: A restaurant maître d' tells all in 'Your Table Is Ready'

Michael Cecchi-Azzolina has worked in several of New York City's hottest restaurants, where he encountered celebrities, captains of finance and one bonafide mobster. Originally broadcast Dec. 6, 2022.

A Thai soldier stands between abandoned workstations during a raid on a shrimp shed in Samut Sakhon, Thailand. The Associated Press won a Pulitzer Prize for public service for its report "Seafood from Slaves."

Pulitzer Prizes: AP Wins Public Service Award For Slave Labor Investigation

The Los Angeles Times won for breaking news reporting during and after the San Bernardino shooting. The acclaimed musical Hamilton won the prize for drama.

Critics say Puerto Rico's bankruptcy deal will endanger funds for public services

Puerto Rico declared bankruptcy four years ago. Officials and creditors have reached a deal, and a federal bankruptcy judge is considering whether to approve it.

Families from 4 Paws for Ability, a nonprofit that places service dogs with children with disabilities, brought their service dogs to the Supreme Court on Monday in support of the Fry family.

Service Dog Case Draws Skepticism From Both Sides At The Supreme Court

"Suppose this girl wanted to go to a public library ... and the library said, 'You can't take your dog here; we're going to just provide you with a librarian,' " Justice Elena Kagan said.

Under a new rule issued last week by the Transportation Department, only dogs that meet strict service animal standards will be allowed to fly with passengers.

No More Emotional Support Peacocks As Feds Crack Down On Service Animals On Planes

A rule going into effect in the new year will allow only trained and certified dogs to accompany people with disabilities on commercial airline flights.

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