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Do you them because they're lovable, or are they lovable because you love them?It may seem doubtful that philosophers have much to tell us about love…

Love 'em or hate 'em, rats are part of our world. NPR's history podcast Throughline dove into the history of rats and found a story that spans thousands of years and touches nearly every continent.

1996 was a turning point for Burning Man. It was also the last year co-founder John Law attended. Two people were run over in their tents. And another…

NPR's Michel Martin speaks with Bowser about the rise in gun violence in American cities and possible solutions.

Each week, the guests and hosts on NPR's Pop Culture Happy Hour share what's bringing them joy. This week: the Netflix show "City of Ghosts," an iconic Twitter account and more.

This story originally aired on January 7, 2020 and an excerpt aired most recently in the August 26, 2024 episode of Crosscurrents. Burning Man is pagan at…

Gaza braces for onset of coronavirus cases. West Bank's early restrictions may have staved off a crisis. And, Israel's Benjamin Netanyahu is self-quarantined and will be named prime minister again.

Worried about the proliferation of plastic trash in the environment and her own body, a journalist tried to shop plastic-free for 7 days. She found plastic in a lot of sneaky and surprising places.

An Israeli sketch writer talks about making comedy after the ouster of Benjamin Netanyahu as prime minister, and how to handle humor around the country's serious topics.

The Pfizer-BioNTech COVID-19 vaccine was developed fast. But a leading vaccine expert says it's important for consumers to know the companies "haven't cut corners" in the clinical science.

Private, isolating thoughts have always been central in Sophie Allison's songs, but Sometimes, Forever breaks new ground, using the studio to blow those feelings up to arresting scale.

In the months since the mass school shooting at Robb Elementary, some parents are turning their grief into action, while others are dealing with guilt and trying to make sense of their new lives.