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The U.S. Senate voted early Tuesday morning to avert a "fiscal cliff" with a deal that stops most tax hikes and delays automatic spending cuts. Senate passage set the stage for a final showdown in the House, where a vote was expected by Wednesday.

Under the deal, Israel will withdraw forces over 60 days as Lebanon's army takes control of territory near the border to ensure that Iran-backed Hezbollah does not rebuild its infrastructure.

The SS United States, a record-breaking American ocean liner from the 1950s, will take its final voyage from Philadelphia to the Gulf of Mexico this week.

NPR staffers bring you more than 300 new book recommendations in the latest edition of Books We Love. Plus, what to expect from a record-breaking holiday spending season.

Nearly 500 journalists have walked out of the Guardian and its sister paper, the Observer, to protest what they see as a betrayal of the paper's values: the planned sale of the Observer to a startup.

While some fake videos made by actors with Russian ties received millions of views, researchers say there's so far no indication that these efforts swayed U.S. election results.

The heavy lake effect snow prompted the Buffalo Bills to ask fans for help clearing snow out of Highmark Stadium ahead of the team's game against the San Francisco 49ers on Sunday night.

Providing affirming support to LGBTQ+ older adults could be one way to reduce their risk for dementia. These individuals face unique challenges compared to straight, cisgender seniors.

President-elect Trump assembled his national security team with a series of rapid-fire choices. There's a clear pattern: Most nominees are best known for their support of Trump rather than their national security experience.

Each week, guests and hosts on NPR's Pop Culture Happy Hour share what's bringing them joy. This week: the film Hearts of Darkness, the show Interview with the Vampire, and David Mitchell’s audio books.

NYC Mayor Eric Adams has been indicted on federal charges after a corruption probe into his administration. And, Hurricane Helene is projected to reach a catastrophic Category 4.

President Joe Biden is warning airlines and other companies not to overcharge people who are trying to get out of the path of Hurricane Milton. Biden said Tuesday he’s calling on the airlines to help people evacuate.

New NPR data shows former President Donald Trump edging out Vice President Harris in the race for the White House. And, a full list of tips on how to handle political disagreements and destress.

Hillsborough County has opened six comfort stations to help flooding victims get food, water and cleaning supplies. There are also restrooms, showers, laundry rooms and areas to cool off in air conditioning.

Former Defense Minister Kim Yong Hyun was formally arrested over his alleged collusion with in imposing martial law last week, as authorities investigate whether their acts amount to rebellion.

Trump and Harris are holding their last rallies before Election Day tomorrow. And, meet the conservative women secretly voting for Harris.

Half of the $1 billion in tax credits and other economic incentives that Buffalo is getting from the state is going to build a solar panel factory. Skeptics say it's a risky way to create jobs.

In a speech to the Israeli-American Council, Trump described himself as Israel's "protector" and warned Jewish voters against voting for Harris. His remarks have sparked pushback from Jewish groups.

Host Scott Detrow speaks with space law expert Michelle Hanlon about the push from the Biden administration to establish a time zone on the moon.

The joyous Jewish holiday celebrates Jews' escape from annihilation as told in the Book of Esther. A lesser-known end to the story takes on new meaning during this time of war in the Middle East.

The U.S. House of Representatives passed a $1.2 trillion budget package, but only with help from Democrats. Some GOP members object.

NPR's Ari Shapiro speaks with Michael McFaul, former U.S. ambassador to Russia, about his meetings with National Security Council officials and other government officials following the Trump-Putin summit.

The order extends a previous one that bars Florida's surgeon general from coercing or intimidating broadcasters that run commercials for an abortion rights amendment.

The Grammy Award-winning rapper, whose real name is Durk Banks, was arrested in Florida on federal charges that he paid for the attempted 2022 revenge killing of rapper Quando Rondo at a gas station.

Steve Inskeep talks to Victoria Nuland, a veteran diplomat who served in the Obama and George W. Bush administrations, about the impact of the U.S. response to the Jamal Khashoggi case.