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Ruth Gruber's career began in 1933 as a journalist, then as a member of the Roosevelt administration and then as a reporter covering post-war Europe and the development of Israel. NPR's Steve Inskeep talks with Gruber about her life and new book, Inside of Time.

Among Britain's 1.8 million Muslims, anxiety is growing over a sharp rise in what the British call Islamophobia. Post-Sept. 11 anti-terrorist legislation and proposals for even tougher measures have led to widespread disaffection, anger and isolation among Muslim youth. NPR's Sylvia Poggioli reports.

News that South Korean scientists have successfully cloned a human embryo renews a debate over human cloning. On one side are scientists and patients who argue that cloning offers a way to produce healthy cells to treat diseases like diabetes and Parkinson's disease. On the other side are critics who insist that any form of cloning is morally repugnant. NPR's Joe Palca reports.

The rescued people were part of a 30-strong crew on board a China-registered floating crane that was involved in building several offshore wind farms, according to local media reports.

In The Whisperers, Orlando Figes documents stories from victims of Stalin's Russia. During Stalin's dictatorship, many Russians reported on friends, neighbors and even family. Scarred by guilt and shame, many are now telling their stories.

Sandusky is an adopted son of Jerry Sandusky, the former Penn State football assistant coach who himself was convicted of 45 counts child sexual abuse in 2012.

The hearing, when rescheduled, could conclude its presentations of investigative findings before a final report due later this year.

Breathitt, Clay, Knott, Letcher and Perry counties have all reported deaths from the flooding.

There were no immediate reports of damage or injuries in nearby towns but residents were advised to evacuate.

Residents of the 14-story building were forced to evacuate Thursday evening after officials determined the structure was unsafe and gave orders to leave.