One of the strongest earthquakes ever recorded struck Russia's Far East early Wednesday, sending tsunami waves into Japan and ...

The Senate confirmed former Trump lawyer Emil Bove as a federal appeals court judge as Republicans dismissed whistleblower ...

The U.K. says it plans to recognize a Palestinian state, as global pressure builds on Israel to let more aid into Gaza, where a UN-backed panel warns famine is already unfolding.

NPR's Steve Inskeep talks with Middle East expert Jon Alterman about a United Nations conference to advance a two-state solution as a way toward peace between Israel and Palestinians.

Cellist Maya Beiser explores women's resilience through the centuries in her new album, "Salt," starting with the unnamed biblical figure of Lot's wife.

Team USA's entry in the International Jump Rope Union World Championships, held in Japan this week, includes two pairs of sisters.

Some common medications make it harder for people to stay safe during heat waves. As major heat events sweep across the U.S., we'll tell you what's risky--and what to do.

The Trump administration has effectively eliminated two rules designed to promote cleaner cars. Now, as the EPA suggests not ...

The task force makes recommendations for medical screenings that doctors' groups rely on and that guide what preventive ...

The United Kingdom plans to recognize a Palestinian state in September unless Israel commits to peace in the Gaza Strip and ...

The United Kingdom plans to recognize a Palestinian state in September unless Israel takes steps to resolve the humanitarian ...

A U.N.-backed food security group says famine is unfolding in Gaza, with thousands of children malnourished and ...