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.
Hurricanes like Helene and Milton leave behind a trail of psychological damage
NPR's Juana Summers talks with with Dr. Sandro Galea, dean of the Boston University School of Public Health, about the mental health consequences of devastating hurricanes like Helene and Milton.
A receding Lake Powell is bringing Colorado River rapids in Utah back to life
There’s a lot of anxiety about climate change shrinking Lake Powell, but it also means whitewater rapids upstream have re-emerged. Thrillseekers can now run them for the first time since the 1960s.
Listen to singles from Green Day's 'Dookie' on a doorbell, wax cylinder or toothbrush
For the 30th anniversary of Dookie, Green Day is offering de-mastered singles: each individually crafted for the most mediocre sound quality at best.
Actor Al Pacino reflects on his biggest roles
NPR's Ari Shapiro talks with actor Al Pacino about his career and biggest roles.
Latino voters have changed their views on abortion, research shows
Research shows 62% of Latinos believe abortion should be mostly legal. That’s a big jump from 20 years ago.
Video game fans return to the town of Silent Hill
Video game company Konami once led the industry with creative and original titles. The development of several remakes and new games has fans excited that they might be back on track.
Local officials in Georgia must certify election results as early voting begins
A Georgia judge has ruled that local election officials must certify results -- as early in-person voting begins in the swing state.
Mayors along the southern border defy national narratives by backing Democrats
Border security is seen as a strength for Republicans, but along Arizona’s southern border, many mayors are backing the Democrat in the state's race for U.S. Senate, as well as Vice President Harris.
Bob Woodward talks about his new book and the most serious nuclear threat he’s covered
NPR's Scott Detrow talks with legendary journalist Bob Woodward, whose new book War -- like so many of his books about the American presidency over the last half century - is generating headlines.
Tougher building codes have helped Florida mitigating damage from recent hurricanes
After Hurricane Andrew decimated parts of south Florida in 1992, state officials mandated sweeping building code revisions for new construction. Those changes continue to limit damage from storms now.