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NPR's Scott Simon speaks to Prof. Anne Pringle, a mycologist at the University of Wisconsin, Madison, about the latest research on death cap mushrooms, revealing new information about the enigmatic fungus.

President Trump held a press event to claim victory against crime and narco trafficking, and defend the controversial killings of almost 40 alleged drug smugglers by the US military.

NPR's Michel Martin speaks with Jacqueline Smith of the International Transport Workers' Federation about conditions for sailors stranded on ships in the Strait of Hormuz.

It doesn't sound very remarkable: Baseball team signs star. Reporter gets scoop. Reporter tweets news. Except the reporter is 13-year-old Devan Fink. He tells NPR's Scott Simon how it happened.

In Michigan, election administrators are preparing for the possibility of new poll workers who believe President Trump's lies about a stolen election.

Emmitt Martin III, a former Memphis police officer who has pleaded guilty in the case, took the stand in the federal trial of former colleagues Tadarrius Bean, Demetrius Haley and Justin Smith.

Bruce Arians, 69, who says the decision to retire from coaching isn't health-related, will be replaced by defensive coordinator Todd Bowles.

Florida’s environment is rife with victims and none are more tragic or contested than the two rivers and slough.

Vice President Harris made her comments during a wide-ranging conversation with former NBA stars Stephen Jackson and Matt Barnes for their podcast All the Smoke.

Red-light cameras won't be turned off in Florida this year.Without enough votes lined up, Senate Transportation Chairman Jeff Brandes put the brakes on a…

In an interview with NPR, the 83-year-old said: "When exactly I should retire, or will retire, has many complex parts to it. I think I'm aware of most of them, and I ... will consider them."

NPR's Scott Detrow speaks with Eric Marcus about the latest season of his series Making Gay History, which explores the lives of LGBTQ people during the Nazi era.

Okatsuka is known for her bowl haircut — and for finding humor in the dysfunction of her immigrant family. Her standup special Father is about her dad, who reappeared in her life after decades away.

Some companies are estimating the state will suffer billions of dollars in insured losses due to the storm, but an experts says it's much too early to determine final numbers and effects.

The Kremlin will be able to talk to major players like India and China about expanding trade and bypassing Western sanctions.

In the 1840s, two British crews vanished while seeking a passage through the ice at the top of the world. Paul Watson became "obsessed with the mystery" and tells the story in his new book Ice Ghosts.

The Olympics are transforming Britain — at least for now. Before the games began The London Times declared they were sure to produce a litany of disasters. But the gloom has been obliterated in just a few days by a tsunami of patriotism and self-congratulation. The nation has been stunned and thrilled that the games are so far successful — and that their trophy cupboard is filling up at unexpected speed.

An incredible diversity of grains, herbs and fruits goes into the world's alcoholic drinks, as writer Amy Stewart explains. Her new book describes the plants behind cocktails and other boozy beverages and features drink recipes and growing instructions.

After a handful of Democrats boycotted Israeli President Herzog's address before Congress, NPR speaks with the Arab Center's Yousef Munayyer about evolving Palestinian American views on Israel.

Live events aren't for sissies. That's especially true for the sound guys at the Oscars. NPR's Lourdes Garcia-Navarro speaks with Dolby's Steve Venezia about what can go wrong, but usually doesn't.

Nik Worth is a failed musician who painstakingly documents his life and non-existent career, leaving his sister to worry about practical things like paying his rent. Dana Spiotta's new novel investigates the long-term costs of an artist's passion.

The special NPR series Body Electric examines how technology is affecting our posture. You can follow along with the series at npr.org/bodyelectric or on the TED Radio Hour podcast feed.

After a 2022 law lifted the ban on Medicare negotiating drug prices, the government is in talks to lower prices on 10 medicines that cost the program billions of dollars a year. How's it going?

Hillsborough's transit agency is receiving $23 million that will go toward major fixes for the facility, which was originally built for trucks in the 1980s.

Writers, producers and other creatives are leaving their Hollywood jobs to become content creators. NPR's A Martinez speaks with Amy Suto, who quit Hollywood to create content independently.