Water supplies are dwindling in Asheville after Helene's devastation
Getting water has been a struggle for people in Asheville, N.C., where the water system was heavily damaged by Tropical Storm Helene.
What are "ghost jobs"?
A vexing phenomenon is plaguing the labor market. "Ghost jobs" refer to listings by employers that either aren't real or have already been filled but never lead to an actual hire. This is frustrating not only to job seekers but also to the Federal Reserve, which is trying to steer the economy to a stable place.
The FAFSA rollout left many students in limbo. Some colleges feel the effects, too
NPR's Sacha Pfeiffer talks with Eric Hoover, reporter at The Chronicle of Higher Education, about how last year’s chaotic rollout of the FAFSA is affecting colleges and universities.
A Gaza zoo owner had to flee amid war... leaving some animals behind
A Gaza zoo owner is calling for help rescuing three lions left behind in Rafah, amid an Israeli offensive on Hamas in the city.
Milwaukee reacts to Trump comments
Milwaukee residents are defending their city after reports Donald Trump called the city "horrible." But a Trump spokesperson say the comments were falsely characterized and he was talking about crime.
A new building blocked famous Mt. Fuji. The developer opted for a shocking solution
A new building in Japan obstructed views of Mt. Fuji. The neighbors were not happy.
Indigenous Makah tribe in Washington allowed to resume whaling tradition
The Makah tribe in Washington state will be able to resume their longstanding tradition of whaling, after NOAA Fisheries decided Thursday to give them a waiver for a hunt.
Asylum seekers continue to cross into U.S. despite Biden's restrictions
President Biden recently issued executive actions that severely restrict asylum for immigrants. But in a remote area of California, asylum seekers continue to pour in.
Burglars steal $500k in jewels from Bulgari, then escaped through Rome's sewers
In Rome, a group of thieves managed to steal nearly $540,000 in jewelry from the Bulgari store before escaping through the sewers.
Gershkovitch to be tried for espionage
American reporter Evan Gershkovitch is set to go on trial for alleged espionage in Russia.