PHOTOS: Why They Marched, In Their Own Words
NPR photographed and spoke to attendees of Washington, D.C.'s "March For Our Lives." "I want to see policy change so that we can feel safe in our schools," one marcher said.
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Winnie Madikizela-Mandela, Anti-Apartheid Activist, Dies At 81
The South African icon, who married Nelson Mandela before his imprisonment, long symbolized the struggle against apartheid. But repeated scandals tarnished her reputation.
Trump Official Wants To Put Tight Leash On Consumer Watchdog Agency
As a Republican congressman, Mick Mulvaney sponsored legislation to abolish the agency. Now that he's running it, he wants Congress to put the independent watchdog on a short leash.
In Ethiopia, A New Ban On Foreign Adoptions Is About National Pride
Critics worry the ban will leave more children on the streets. But supporters say Ethiopia can and should take care of its own. "Even if we are poor, it's better to be with our society," says one.
Mexico's Foreign Minister Cites 'Facts' After Trump Slams Mexico Over Migration
Mexican Foreign Minister Luis Videgaray Caso is rejecting claims that his country allows "caravans" of migrants to pass into the U.S.
Fired FBI Official's Legal Defense Fund To Close After Raising More Than $500,000
Andrew McCabe is closing his legal defense fund after it collected more than $537,000 in just a few days.
You May Live Longer By Severely Restricting Calories, Scientists Say
Scientists have long been fascinated with whether dramatically restricting the amount of food we eat can help us live longer. New research suggests it might, but the question is, is it worth it?
Family In SUV May Have Intentionally Driven Off Cliff, Police Say
Authorities believe the Hart family — two married women and six adopted children — was in the vehicle when it plunged off a cliff along California's scenic Highway 1.
In Florida, Cities Challenge State On Gun Regulation Laws
Florida law doesn't just ban local governments from regulating guns, it threatens to fine and remove from office any local officials who do so.
Scary Bunnies And Sean Spicer: A History Of The White House Easter Egg Roll
The official Easter Egg Roll began at the White House in 1878. It's unclear when the terrifying costumes were introduced.