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The Pulitzer Prize-winning novelist opens up about his experiences as a father to four children and husband to writer Ayelet Waldman in his book of personal essays, Manhood for Amateurs: The Pleasures and Regrets of a Husband, Father and Son, now out in paperback.

Sir Roger Moore has played James Bond more than any other actor; his new memoir, One Lucky Bastard, chronicles a life spent working and laughing with stars — and learning how to kiss from Lana Turner.

The Pulitzer Prize-winning novelist opens up about his experiences as a father to four children and husband to writer Ayelet Waldman in his new book of personal essays, Manhood for Amateurs: The Pleasures and Regrets of a Husband, Father and Son.

Two years after the death of her husband, Joan Didion suffered the untimely loss of her only daughter. She pieces together her memories of Quintana Roo in her new memoir, Blue Nights.

The film "Fair Play" centers around a newly engaged couple working at a high-powered financial firm. When one gets a promotion, their relationship and jobs are imperiled.

Yes, her new essay collection is called Bad Feminist, but Roxane Gay says the title — originally jokey — grew into a larger message about owning your feminism even when you're not perfect at it.

Filmmaker Woody Allen is notorious for not attending the Oscars each year, despite his numerous nominations.

As a single mom with three small children, Bethany Renfree was feeling overwhelmed. But one small act of kindness by a neighbor let her know she'd be OK.

Sam Bell, who founded the USF College of Public Health, died on March 14. His legislative successes included a wide range of programs and policies that are institutions today.

Star Wars fans are gathering this week for the annual Star Wars Celebration fan convention in Anaheim, Calif.

Increased empathy and resilience are traits often associated with new mothers. But a survey finds that after returning to work, moms feel the biggest jump in critical leadership skills: conflict management, scheduling, and communication.

Climate change is raising the risk of dangerous flooding, especially in coastal communities. For some towns on the Jersey Shore, the most practical solution is raising homes off the ground.

Why did Conservative party lawmakers in Britain force out Prime Minister Johnson for a series of scandals and lies, while in the U.S., many GOP lawmakers continue to support former President Trump?

Walk into any classroom at Deerfield Beach Middle School and you won’t have trouble spotting the students who missed breakfast. “They’re the ones who...

Linda Simpson performed in and chronicled the drag scene in the '80s and '90s, taking some 5,000 photos of performers. She calls Tennessee's anti-drag legislation "ridiculous."

One family runs India's Congress Party. The party heads the coalition government and is battling to stay in power. Voting begins this week in India's general election, so the family is going around the country campaigning. But there's a family feud.

What would it mean for Russia's war if NATO invited Ukraine to join the alliance as soon as this year? NPR's Leila Fadel speaks with former NATO Secretary-General Anders Fogh Rasmussen.

NPR's Lulu Garcia-Navarro speaks with epidemiologist Carlos del Rio of Emory University about the pandemic and its future.

The death toll in Gaza dwarfs any previous war there and the rate appears to have far outstripped that in Ukraine. What is different about the war in Gaza that is driving this change?

Many lives have been turned upside down by the coronavirus crisis, and many want to help. But what is the best way to give in this uncertain time? Here are some tips for picking your charity wisely.

Negotiations are underway as the drug industry scrambles to avoid a high profile national opioid trial set to begin on Monday.

Stream a collection of rare early recordings, including a never-before released version of "I Forgot To Remember To Forget."

After two years of isolation and uncertainty, many American teens are struggling with mental health problems. But they're also discovering themselves — and their own resilience.

Some Massachusetts opioid users are so desperate to quit the drug habit that they are asking judges to lock them up and require treatment. Critics question whether courts should play this role.

NPR's Leila Fadel talks to Louis Virelli, a law professor at Stetson University in Florida, about whether Supreme Court justices should recuse themselves from certain cases.