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After the remnants of Hurricane Helene ripped through Southern Appalachia, Clemson University in South Carolina went ahead with its homecoming game. With resources scarce, some residents were furious.

India has embarked on a painful bout of introspection as its capital New Delhi prepares to host the Commonwealth Games in just under a year. A debate has begun over whether residents are too rude and boorish to be good hosts to the foreign athletes, officials and other visitors. In his latest "Letter from India," NPR's Philip Reeves takes a look at Indians taking a look at themselves.

Public schools are known for helping children who don’t speak English as a native language. But there isn't as much focus on "English Language Learner"…

NPR's David Greene talks to Maria Teresa Kumar, president of Voto Latino, about why the youth vote has been lagging in the Democratic presidential nominating contests.

One of the country's toughest congressional races pits Republican Rep. Steve King and the state's former first lady, Christie Vilsack, a political newcomer. This week, the Iowa State Fair was the battlefield.

The U.S. women blitzed the field to win the 4x100m relay at the Paris Olympics. A few minutes later, in the men's 4x100m relay, the U.S. men were disqualified after a poor baton handoff.

Noting the Tour's status as the world's marquee cycling event, pro cyclist Anna van der Breggen says, "It's long been a dream for many of us to compete in a women's Tour de France."

Noah talks with Tom Debaggio, an herb grower and writer with early onset Alzheimer's. His wife Joyce and son Francesco also participate. This is the third conversation Noah has had with Tom.

The desolate landscape of Salar de Uyuni provides the backdrop for a song by Stars Of The Lid's Adam Bryanbaum Wiltzie. "The Few Of Us Left" refers to the people who harvest salt on the flats.

You're probably anxious about the results, but patience may truly be a virtue on election night. Here's how to approach the evening.

The former New York Times executive editor and author of Merchants of Truth tells NPR's Michel Martin: "I will do everything within my power to correct anything that is imperfect in my book."

Ukrainians are uniting in solidarity with Olympic skeleton racer Vladyslav Heraskevych after he was disqualified for wearing a helmet with images of Ukrainian athletes killed during Russia's invasion.

Major League Baseball is pulling its All-Star game from Georgia in response to voting rights restrictions recently passed there.

Sanaz Toossi is having a moment – her first production ever, English, just won a Lucille Lortel award for outstanding new off-Broadway play, and Wish You Were Here opened last week.

NPR's Audie Cornish speaks with Sam Harnett of member station KQED about the shooting that occurred Tuesday at YouTube's headquarters. Police say a woman, who is believed to be the suspect, is dead.

After losing protections under the DACA program, Gilberto Olivas-Bejarano was deported to his birth country. In the Mexican city of León, far from his former life, he says he has much to offer.

This weekend, Jen Pawol is set to be the first woman to umpire a Major League Baseball game. NPR's A Martinez speaks about the landmark moment with Keith Law, who covers the MLB for The Athletic.

NPR's Steve Inskeep speaks with Amy Howe, a reporter with SCOTUSblog, about the issue of birthright citizenship and the use of universal injunctions before the Supreme Court.

The 28-year-old conductor has been making news lately — getting rave reviews for renditions of Stravinsky and Debussy, and also for being the music director of more than one major orchestra.

NPR takes a look at where President Trump stands when it comes to public opinion polling on immigration and how that has shifted over time.

The gentle animals are part of Portland International Airport's effort to counter travel stress with soothing elements from nature.

NPR's Scott Detrow talks with Jennifer Maas, a senior business writer at Variety, about video game company Electronic Arts' agreement to be acquired and taken private in a deal valued at $55 billion.

President-elect Donald Trump has vowed to roll back some of President Biden's policies. That could affect many Biden priorities including the civil service, electric vehicles and Ukraine.

Airlines are gearing up for a 10% reduction in flights ordered by the Federal Aviation Administration. The agency says it's necessary to keep the nation's airspace safe during the government shutdown.

Representative Marjorie Taylor Greene is resigning after a break with President Trump made a primary fight inevitable, says Georgia Public Broadcasting reporter Sarah Kallis.