Rihanna, 'Lift Me Up'
Rihanna returns to music with the stripped down Black Panther soundtrack song "Lift Me Up," an emotional ballad that's tender at its core.
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Advocates seek compassionate release for women sexually abused while incarcerated
The women were sexually abused while incarcerated in federal prison in Dublin, California. The issue is part of a hearing Friday before the U.S. Sentencing Commission.
How Halloween is celebrated around the world
Here's a look at how the time around Halloween is celebrated in seven countries outside of the United States.
Russia says it enlisted 300K new troops to fight in Ukraine and doesn't plan for more
Russia's defense minister says the military reached its target of adding 300,000 troops to fight in Ukraine. The recruitment effort led many Russians to protest and flee the country.
Latino voters weigh abortion rights — and the economy — in a key congressional race
Rep. Abigail Spanberger, D-Va., is running for reelection in a newly drawn district against Republican Yesli Vega as the national conversation on abortion plays out, especially with Latino voters.
A director critically reexamines his 1980s childhood in 'Armageddon Time'
James Gray has made a loving re-creation of a time and place he knows well — but this is no rosy nostalgia trip. This film is a tough-minded movie about race, class, assimilation and white privilege.
Seven things to look for in season 2 of 'House of the Dragon'
The first season of HBO's Game of Thrones spin-off ended with the beginning of a civil war. Here's what to expect out of season 2.
State legislative races are on the front lines of democracy this midterm cycle
More than 6,000 state legislative seats are up for election this year. Republicans and Democrats are spending tens of millions in a battle to shift the balance of power in these chambers.
What do users want from their TV streaming? A new NPR/Ipsos poll has some answers
Consumers often make decisions about TV streaming platforms based on three factors.
The driver of the big rig one lane over might soon be one of these teenagers
The trucking industry projects it will need to hire over a million drivers over the next decade. One idea that's gained some traction: Bring in younger drivers, starting in high school.