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Two days of North Korean missile tests increase tensions. Ethiopia and Tigray agree to a cease fire. And, Biden sounds the alarm on the state of democracy.

A trio of economists just won a Nobel Prize for their insights into how democratic and other inclusive institutions are critical for a nation's prosperity.

Rural communities are scrambling after the Trump administration canceled billions in disaster grants. Many were counting on the funds for infrastructure fixes meant to withstand future disasters.

Cruises can boost local economies where they dock. They can also bring pollution.

After 20 years of service, an NPR reporter's beloved minivan is on the fritz. But what is its best and highest calling now: Pass it on to another family or recycle it into parts?

Hurricane forecasts are now much more accurate, 20 years on — largely because of federal government research.

Venture Smith's narrative provides key insights into the history of slavery in the North and in Connecticut. His descendants are working to keep his story alive.

Israel hits Hezbollah targets in Lebanon in "preemptive strike." VP Harris’ ties with Donald Trump in some swing states in latest poll. EX-LA mayor Eric Garcetti is accused of lying under oath.

Polls forecast a wipeout for the governing Conservatives. The Labour Party's leader, a centrist human rights lawyer, is widely predicted to become the next prime minister.

Trump won Georgia and Michigan in 2016. Biden did the same in 2020. In 2024, some disillusioned voters say they wish Govs. Whitmer of Michigan and Kemp of Georgia were on the ballot instead.