Secretary Marco Rubio clashes with Democrats in the committee where he once served
Secretary of State Marco Rubio had some testy exchanges with Democrats in the Senate Foreign Relations Committee. He defended big cuts and the Trump administration's decision to dismantle USAID.
Donald Trump's business empire at risk following fraud ruling
Legal experts say it's unclear what a judge's fraud ruling will mean for Donald Trump's business empire but they agree he faces grave financial and legal peril.
South Korea teachers seek protection from harassment by students' parents
South Korea's government recently revised its laws to protect teachers' rights, following street protests by teachers, who say harassment from parents has driven some teachers to commit suicide.
Slovakia's elections could have big implications for Europe and war in Ukraine
Slovakia, a member of both NATO and the EU, holds national elections on Saturday. The likely winner is an party that rejects NATO's military support of Ukraine and is sympathetic toward Russia.
'It was a photographer's dream': Remembering the Sycamore Gap tree
A 200-year-old beloved tree in northern England, was vandalized and cut down this week. Visitors have shared their memories of the iconic Sycamore Gap tree.
She got similar chemo in two different states. Why were the bills so different?
A breast cancer patient discovered firsthand how the cost of health care can vary dramatically depending on where you live.
Child care funding cliff is turning back the clock on gains for workers
September 30 marks the end of federal emergency funding for child care facilities. After several years of stability, day care centers now face difficult choices about how to operate with less.
How older voters feel about voting for older presidents
In the next presidential election, voters might choose between the oldest would-be president ever, and the second oldest. NPR's Scott Detrow talks with seniors about electing a president their age.
European Union pressured to stop the flood of foreign investment in soccer clubs
Money from Gulf States has distorted the balance of power among European soccer clubs. Now there's a push to regulate outside money coming into the sport.
Brian Jordan Alvarez' internet ear worm says 'you deserve to sit'
NPR's Ari Shapiro speaks to actor and comedian Brian Jordan Alvarez about his silly video turned viral musical sensation: Sitting
Quagga Mussels Invade Idaho
Tiny, highly invasive mussels have been found in the Snake River in Idaho, prompting an urgent response from officials. The mussels can devastate ecosystems, hydroelectric dams and more.