France struggles to deal with the heatwave hitting much of Europe
Much of Europe, including France, is dealing with a brutal heatwave. Some people are better prepared than others in a country where most people do not have air conditioning.
Nationalist Karol Nawrocki wins Polish presidential election
Far-right historian and amateur boxer Karol Nawrocki has become Poland's new president. He won by about one single percentage point in an election where voter turnout was high.
It was her dream to ride in a Mustang convertible. One volunteer made it come true
Elaine Wirth always loved sports cars, but at age 76 thought she'd never get to ride in a Mustang convertible. Her assisted living home made that dream come true.
Russia and Ukraine hold talks after Ukrainian attacks on Russian bomber fleet
Officials from Russia and Ukraine met for a second round of peace negotiations in Istanbul. The discussions come after a surprise Ukrainian drone attack on remote Russian air bases Sunday.
Israeli troops killed Palestinians heading to a new Gaza food site, eyewitnesses say
Reports of deadly shootings by the Israeli military close to a new food distribution site in Gaza are coming under heavy criticism from the U.S.-backed group distributing the food.
What's at stake in the U.S.-Iran nuclear talks?
NPR's Scott Detrow speaks with former Iran nuclear negotiator Seyed Hossein Mousavian about the ongoing talks between the U.S. and Iran over the latter's nuclear program.
The Edmonton Oilers and Florida Panthers head to the Stanley Cup finals
NPR's Scott Detrow talks to Daniel Nugent-Bowman of The Athletic about the Edmonton Oilers and the Florida Panthers facing off for the Stanley Cup finals for a second year in a row.
What makes for a good summer movie? NPR staffers discuss
NPR staffers take on a perennial question: What makes for a good summer movie?
On 'Paradise Now,' singer Obongjayar draws on numerous inspirations
Singer Obongjayar talks about a few standout songs from his new album, "Paradise Now."
Recruiting scientists from the U.S. to Europe
NPR's Scott Detrow speaks with research scientist Maria Mota about her recent piece in the science journal "Nature" entitled, "Europe can capture the US brain drain — if it acts fast."
As Ukraine war drags on, what does Russian President Vladimir Putin want?
NPR's Scott Detrow speaks with Angela Stent, professor emeritus at Georgetown University, about what motivates Russian President Vladimir Putin as talks to end the war in Ukraine continue.
Endurance swimmer circles Martha's Vineyard to raise awareness of shark loss
Endurance swimmer Lewis Pugh is completed the first solo swim around the island of Martha's Vineyard, to raise awareness for shark populations.