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A federal program provides extra help to make sure students experiencing homelessness get an education. Amid massive cuts to the federal government, the program's future is uncertain.

By a 5-4 vote, the justices allowed the administration to freeze millions of dollars in grant funding for diversity and instructional programs at public and private universities.

Earlier this year premenstrual dysphoric disorder, or PMDD, became a recognized mental disorder. But not everyone is convinced that's a good idea. Some researchers worry that medicalizing this unrelenting form of PMS could be used against women, even though only a small percentage of women meet the criteria.

When former Florida Gov. Jeb Bush got to work on his new book on immigration, he was expected to be out in front of his party urging a broader conversation with Hispanics and more open legislation. After all, he had previously supported a pathway to citizenship for immigrants here illegally. Instead, it's fellow Florida Republican Marco Rubio in the lead, and Bush who's explaining an apparent reversal on the issue of citizenship. Both are likely candidates for president in 2016.

NPR's Rachel Martin talks to film scholar Jacqueline Stewart, who provided a new introduction with historical context to the film Gone with the Wind for its re-release on HBO Max.

NPR's Scott Simon and sportswriter Howard Bryant look back on the year in sports, from the the rise of sports gambling to the most momentous games of 2025.

Managing money is a lot easier with a little know-how. Here are seven Life Kit episodes on common but confusing money topics with personal finance experts who are eager to help you out.

Ben Albritton announced his chamber will release a compromise package that includes adding clothes and shoes under $75 to the list of products exempted from sales tax.

Plans for a Polk County tollway drew criticism earlier this year. But public opinion — and the Florida Department of Transportation's evaluations — led to a new route.

NPR's Michel Martin speaks with Victoria Estreicher and Robert Tilearcio Jr. about losing their fathers to 9/11 related illnesses.

U.S. support for Israel has been a central issue in Democratic primary contests this year. That has put a spotlight on the pro-Israel lobbying group AIPAC and the strength of its political influence.

This year, resident chef Kathy Gunst's top three cookbooks were all written by women.

In May 1996, a blizzard struck as multiple climbing teams were attempting to summit Mount Everest.

Last year, the State Department launched a program that brings international artists to Main Street America. The groups are trying to open ears in the U.S. — and send a message back home.

NPR's A Martinez talks with Dave Clark, an editor at Ticket News, about why consumers are thinking twice before buying tickets to see their favorite artist this summer.

Some residents of Strafford, Vt., are trying to preserve their general store by buying it and hiring an operator with a promise to keep it local.

NPR's Scott Simon and sports reporter Michele Steele talk about sports and sports topics.

Holiday spending was higher than expected this year, despite low confidence in the economy and many people reporting tightening their budgets.

Republicans are talking up healthcare amid the midterm election campaigns, but President Trump's $50 billion fund for rural healthcare won't reopen hospitals.

Job growth in the U.S. slowed down sharply in November. The weaker-than-expected job gains could give fresh urgency to congressional negotiations over a new pandemic relief bill.

The White Lotus star says she is prepared for any outcome. In this week's Wild Card, Natasha Rothwell shares the advice she happily ignored and how she finds power in solitude.

Chung reflects on the decades she spent covering the news, her marriage to Maury Povich and the prominent figures who acted inappropriately with her. Originally broadcast Sept. 18, 2024.

A blue-and-white quilt at a Washington state museum has an unusual and mysterious story behind it. Made in 1928, the quilt includes cloth from discarded Ku Klux Klan masks.

The Senate's version of the economic stimulus package would have expanded on the House version by including tax rebates for low-income seniors and disabled veterans, and extending unemployment benefits. But Republicans blocked the measure.

Spain is in line to get a European bailout of up to $125 billion for its banks. Audits due Thursday will show just how indebted Spanish banks are. But economic uncertainty has already sparked violence.