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David Greene talks to Sam Dagher of The Wall Street Journal about the significance of recent bombings in the Syria port cities of Tartus and Jableh, not far from Russian military facilities.

Ash Williams has been on the front line for reproductive health in his state. Now, another challenge arises.

While the impacts of climate change may conjure images of natural disasters, a new study shows that its can also impact humans on a microscopic level.

Two consecutive years of escalating gun violence and homicides leave big cities and small towns reeling as they search for ways to regain control of a problem with many causes.

Norman Hsu raised millions for Democratic candidates, writing big checks and bundling even more. All that has changed, as news of Hsu's bankruptcies and questionable business practices have made headlines.

The Justice Department announced Friday that a new indictment had been unsealed against 12 Russians connected to hacking of Democratic Party and other targets.

The Molenbeek district of Brussels is home to many of the terrorists who plotted the Paris and Brussels attacks. Its people are saddened, horrified and turning inward after this week's carnage.

The summer movie season is ending with an origin story. Marvel's 25th superhero epic, Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings stars its first Asian Superhero played by Simu Liu.

President Trump's executive order on how cities and states deal with homelessness encourages removing encampments and getting people into treatment -- through involuntary civil commitment if needed.

NPR's Steve Inskeep talks to Dr. Tom Inglesby, director of the Johns Hopkins Center for Health Security, about the call from some U.S. officials to begin ending social distancing policies.

Daylight saving begins this weekend. The clock springing forward an hour can lead to sleep schedules being thrown off. NPR's LIfe Kit has tips for a good night's sleep as the clocks change.

Saunas are having a moment right now, thanks to a surge of interest in wellness. Enthusiasts cite a range of health benefits. Research shows it's not just hype.

For most people, the word "algebra" conjures classroom memories of Xs and Ys. Weekend Edition's math guy, Keith Devlin, says that's because most schools do a terrible job of teaching it. He talks with host Scott Simon about what algebra really is. Plus, Devlin explains how algebra took off in Baghdad, the Silicon Valley of the ninth century.

Wisconsin's political future could depend on one seat on the state Supreme Court. The winner will determine the court's political sway and could change representation and abortion rights in the state.

The field of GOP candidates in the 2024 presidential race is a lot smaller than it used to be. None of them come close to the front-runner former President Donald Trump.

NPR's Scott Detrow speaks with retired tennis star Lindsay Davenport ahead of the opening round of the French Open.

NPR'S Scott Detrow talks with constitutional law professor Stephen Vladeck about what Clarence Thomas' ties to a GOP megadonor say about his fitness to serve as a SCOTUS justice.

It's a twice-a-year injection that is remarkably effective in preventing an HIV infection. Distribution is starting. But questions are being raised about getting it to the areas that need it most.

In an interview with NPR's Here & Now, the darling of the left again denies any interest herself. But her politics — and followers — will have an influence.

Laura Weymouth's new novel follows two sisters struggling with the aftermath of their adventures in a magic land. That struggle is the vivid heart of the book, but its Narnia-lite doesn't quite work.

Some will get a taste of autumn this week. Are you ready?

It's a concert where smartphones and tablets aren't frowned upon--they're actually a part of the show!This week's University Beat has a preview of Louder…

The project will carry wastewater from Jacksonville, almost 90 miles east of Suwannee, through a pipe to be treated in facilities and natural wetlands before being sent into the aquifer.

Environmental journalist Amanda Little says the sustainable food revolution will include meat cultured in a lab, 3-D printer food, aquaculture and indoor vertical farming.

William “Chip” Maxham joined the Florida Public Radio Emergency Network (FPREN), the WUFT Public Media Weather team and the South Carolina Emergency Information Network (SCEIN) as a meteorologist in January 2024.