A trial of suspects accused of robbing Kim Kardashian at gunpoint begins in Paris
In 2016, thieves robbed Kim Kardashian at gunpoint in Paris and made away with about $10 million in jewelry. The suspects, whom the French press have dubbed "grandpa robbers," are now on trial.
Latest COVID surge hits Broadway during the lucrative holiday season
While most shows are maintaining a regular schedule, nine popular musicals and plays announced they would take a hiatus until after Christmas because of breakthrough infections.
Surgeon General Murthy says the U.S. has more tools now to fight COVID
NPR's Scott Detrow talks to U.S. Surgeon General Vivek Murthy about the Biden administration's plans to handle the expected omicron wave. He cautions people to get vaccinated and then the booster.
Public health experts will be listening as Biden speaks to the nation about omicron
The omicron variant is now the dominant variant in the U.S. President Biden is set to warn Americans about omicron, and talk about the administration's plans to help areas struggling with the surge.
As the pandemic persists, more schools embrace outdoor classes
Some schools moved classes outdoors when the pandemic began — now it's a growing trend. There are nearly 600 outdoor and nature-based schools across the U.S. One of the newest is in western Wisconsin.
Biden's climate change plan stalls after Manchin opposes Build Back Better
President Biden campaigned on the most ambitious climate agenda of any major party candidate. But the cornerstone of his plan appears doomed in Congress, rejected by a Democrat from a coal state.
News brief: Biden speech, COVID testing critique, Pentagon extremism rules
President Biden addresses the Omicron variant in a speech Tuesday. Some health officials say Biden has fallen short on COVID testing. The Pentagon is updating its policies on extremism in its ranks.
Mr. Spock's ear tips are donated to the Smithsonian Air and Space Museum
Leonard Nimoy was the first to portray the half-human, half-Vulcan science officer. Now children of the late actor have donated a pair from the actor's personal collection.
Israel takes action to control the spread of the omicron variant
Israel is banning its citizens from traveling to the U.S. and dozens of other countries, hoping to control the newest coronavirus variant, and allow Israel to avoid shutting down the economy.
Communities are dealing with an increase in homicides. What's behind the rise?
Two consecutive years of escalating gun violence and homicides leave big cities and small towns reeling as they search for ways to regain control of a problem with many causes.
How W.Va. politics affect Sen. Manchin's opposition to Biden's key policy proposal
NPR's Scott Detrow talks to ProPublica reporter Ken Ward Jr. about the political forces that shaped West Virginia Democratic Sen. Joe Manchin's opposition to President Biden's Build Back Better bill.