The latest proposal includes a 35% general wage increase over four years — bringing it closer to the union's original ask for ...

NPR's Scott Simon talks with University of Florida Professor Michael McDonald about the high turnout in early voting this election cycle.

NPR's Scott Simon speaks to renowned large-scale painter Titus Kaphar about his first feature film, "Exhibiting Forgiveness," based on his troubled relationship with his father.

A new government rule says canceling subscriptions and memberships has to be as easy for consumers as signing up for them.

Former President Donald Trump veers from traditional campaign wisdom with recent appearances. And Vice President Harris courts Black voters, this time with policy proposals.

Students in western North Carolina have been dealing with a lot of trauma since the devastating flooding following Hurricane Helene. Teachers are trying to help them cope.

The future of Hamas and the war in Gaza now that the organization's leader is dead.

A Ukrainian chef has just published an English-language cookbook on his country's cuisine. He says it's an important step to keeping international attention on Ukraine's fight against Russia.

NPR's Scott Simon asks Palestinian poet Mosab Abu Toha about his new collection, "Forest of Noise," and about the conflict in Gaza.

A nationwide blackout Friday left millions of Cubans without power because of an aging power grid and a lack of fuel.

NPR's Scott Simon asks David Prowse of the duo Japandroids about their latest album, "Fate & Alcohol," and about their decision to make it their last.

A look back on the life and politics of Hamas leader Yahya Sinwar, a key player for the last several years in the Israel-Gaza conflict.