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The recent attack on the U.S. Capitol is a reminder of the potentially deadly impact of disinformation that is spreading online. Experts say there are several possible strategies for dealing with it.

In November, anti-critical race theory and pro-parental rights groups made a push to win seats on school boards around the country.

The Philadelphia Eagles are returning to the Super Bowl for the second time in three years. A key reason is because of star running back Saquon Barkley who has dazzled in his debut season.

In a new book about movie stardom and fame, Boston Globe film critic Ty Burr looks at the evolving history of the relationship between movie stars and the people who love them, and at how changing technology influences the kinds of stars the public wants.

It's been nearly 35 years since legendary baker Rose Levy Beranbaum released the iconic "Cake Bible," which quickly became every baker's guide to all things cake.

The Columbus Blue Jackets extended their postseason mastery of the Tampa Bay Lightning, beating the NHL's best team 3-1 on Sunday night and moving to…

Dr. Mehmet Oz appeared before the Senate Finance committee Friday for his confirmation hearing to be the administrator for the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services.

Americans are three times more likely to be in interfaith relationships today than in the 1960s. So it's no surprise you'll find two — in opposing parties — at the top of the presidential ticket.

As omicron spreads and delta continues to circulate, the U.S. is nearing 800,000 COVID-19 deaths. But new survey data point to relaxed attitudes across the country, even amid new surges.

Ukraine's largest music festival was held over the weekend in Kyiv for the first time since 2021. Going to the festival is about a lot more than just the music.

The political assassination of Minnesota lawmaker Melissa Hortman was a shock to the people of the state and the country.

Akanksha's parents gave their all for her education. The pressure from Indian society to succeed was too high. Students blame the government.

The Alexandria Eviction Prevention Partnership in Northern Virginia is one of the divergent programs meant to help fight off evictions.

NPR's Ayesha Rascoe speaks with Business Insider reporter Ana Altchek about the Tesla Cybertruck, which appears to depreciate significantly compared to other electric vehicles.

Asali Solomon's novel is about a girl growing up in West Philadelphia whose parents were black nationalists. "My parents taught us to revere Africa," she says. Originally broadcast Feb. 5, 2015.

A hundred years ago, Maryland's first state forester challenged residents to find the state's biggest tree. Now the contest is back. Scott Detrow speaks with Joli McCathran of the Big Tree Program.

NPR's Steve Inskeep speaks with Republican pollster John McLaughlin about how former President Donald Trump can win back the White House in November.

Ten years ago, the not-guilty verdict in the O.J. Simpson trial revealed a huge racial divide on perceptions about the criminal justice system. NPR's Mandalit del Barco looks back at the milestone and examines how it's left a lasting mark.

Florida Job Growth Grant Fund money will be used to build a new facility on the campus of Pasco-Hernando State College.

Emotional scars are fresh in Western North Carolina after Hurricane Helene. Physical rebuilding is beginning, and so is investment in the emotional health of people in the area.

The government of Sudan has not made an official declaration of famine and denies that famine exists. Aid groups are concerned that without a declaration, international resources won't be mobilized.

In softcover fiction and nonfiction, John Irving explores teen lust; Denise Mina delivers a murder mystery; David Maraniss looks at the young Barack Obama; Robert Kagan defends U.S. sovereignty; and Susan Cain stands up for introverts.

Alaska's public schools are being used as emergency shelters, though many of the buildings are crumbling.

A Washington D.C. improv group is offering laid-off federal workers a way to cope with uncertainty through play and building skills.

NPR's Mary Louise Kelly speaks with Andy Purdy, the chief security officer for Huawei in the United States. The telecom company has been accused of being a Chinese spy operation.