Scientists are raising the alarm about Trump's deep sea mining executive order
President Trump signed an executive order aimed at making it easier for companies to mine the ocean floor. Scientists and environmentalists worry it could harm an ecosystem we don't know much about.
Prosecutors are using lyrics as evidence. That's dangerous for musicians, experts say
The trials for rappers Young Thug and Lil Durk have dominated headlines and while the cases are different, lyrics being used against them in the courtroom is the commonality.
Argentina's far-right president has had some economic success. But analysts are wary
Argentina's ultra libertarian president is raking up economic successes at home and stirring up controversy abroad.
A look at the think tank that may shape Trump's health policies
RFK Jr. and Dr. Oz are headline grabbers for sure. But here's the think tank that might inform Trump's behind the scenes efforts on health policy. They're all about the free market.
A preview of NPR's Books We Love
The 2024 edition of NPR's Books We Love is here — 350 titles recommended by critics and NPR staff.
Weight loss drugs could soon be covered by Medicare and Medicaid
The Biden administration is looking to extend Medicare and Medicaid coverage to include obesity drugs like Wegovy and Zepbound. Weight loss drugs are now excluded from mandatory coverage.
Actor Jimmy O. Yang talks about one of his greatest fears on NPR's 'Wild Card'
Actor Jimmy O. Yang went from bit parts to supporting roles in hits like Silicon Valley and Crazy Rich Asians. He draws a card from the Wild Card deck and talks about one of his greatest fears.
Kentucky voters rejected proposals to allow tax dollars to go to private schools
Many states have school voucher programs allowing tax money to be used for private schools. Supporters of "school choice" put proposals on the ballot in three states this month. Voters defeated them.
Thousands of cranes stop to rest in Minnesota as they migrate south for winter
Each year tens of thousands of sandhill cranes stop at a Minnesota wildlife refuge for an extended layover as part of their migration south. These birds are long-legged, loud -- and methodical.
Taste in music: Eating on tour with indie musicians Alex Bleeker and Luke Pyenson
For touring musicians, who often spend holidays away from home, working and eating on the road is not always a rock star experience.
