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The master of cyberpunk returns to form with a new novel set in his old stomping grounds — the near future. Reviewer Jason Sheehan says it sings with controlled, dark energy and effortless grace.

If you want a clarion call to action, Jamil Zaki's new book might not be it. But if you want a wide-ranging practical guide to making the world better, then you're in luck.

A Gallup survey ranks countries based on degree of "social connectedness" people feel with friends, family, neighbors, colleagues, even strangers. We asked Mongolians why they think they top the list.

Analysts have long accused Iran of backing militant groups in the region to counter Israel.

The unrest in Ukraine has now shifted eastward to Crimea. The region is an autonomous part of Ukraine, but with strong links to Russia, including a naval base.

Concerns over quality control at Boeing's factory are mounting after this month's door plug blowout on a 737 Max 9. New revelations from an alleged whistleblower suggest Boeing could be at fault.

They all showed off their talents at this year's Smithsonian Folklife Festival. The theme: How youth keep cultural traditions alive.

On April 13, Muslims across the U.S. began the annual month of prayer, fasting and reflection. Many mosques and community centers have virtual events, but some are holding in-person prayers.

Seven-time Olympic medalist Shannon Miller talks to NPR's A Martinez about pressure, mental and physical health, and how athletes should know and respect their limits.

Watching humans launch to space brings a welcome distraction to the otherwise tumultuous news of the year.

Only four other GOP senators have publicly called Democrat Joe Biden "president-elect" since the race was called for him over a week ago.

Phil Brown, CEO of the Greater Orlando Aviation Authority, talks to Matthew Peddie about the challenge of keeping Florida’s busiest airport running during a pandemic.

The engineers, who are deputized to approve safety assessments for the Federal Aviation Administration, are raising concerns about their ability to work free of pressure from supervisors.

Kellyanne Conway, Sean Spicer and other former Trump administration officials slammed President Biden for asking them to leave their board positions or else face termination.

The first such march was held the day after President Donald Trump's inauguration in 2017. Thousands of people were expected to turn out in hundreds of cities across the nation on Saturday.

Benjamin List and David MacMillan were awarded the 2021 Nobel Prize in chemistry for coming up with a new tool for constructing molecules that has advanced pharmaceuticals and green technology.

In a tweet, Sen. Keith Perry says he aims to create a prison environment where "people leave better than when they came in."

When he was an undergrad, the director of "Rushmore" and "The Fantastic Mr. Fox," published a short story in a University of Texas literary magazine. Its newest editor has made it available online. Is that a good thing?

Speaking to reporters about the suspension this morning, White House Press Secretary Robert Gibbs said "the process is coming to its natural end." A six-month moratorium was scheduled to end on Nov. 30.

The legislation that House Democrats are working on includes a four-week paid leave program.

An 11-year-old named Hassan traveled alone into Slovakia with a plastic bag, a passport and a phone number for relatives. His mother had sent him to safety, unable to leave herself.

Elizabeth Taylor had a complicated and unique relationship with African-American audiences, says guest blogger Jimi Izrael.

It's time for the Golden Globes on Sunday night, so get ready for unpredictability, wacky celebrity costumes, and -- most importantly -- get ready to join us Sunday night as we liveblog the ceremony.

A new law signed by Gov. Bill Lee on Friday bans transgender athletes from participating in girls' sports, making it the third state this year to approve such a measure.

The Library of Congress chose 25 titles considered "audio treasures worthy of preservation" to join the National Recording Registry collection.