State Department slashes its annual reports on human rights

Required by Congress, the reports no longer single out things like rigged elections or sexual violence against children as human rights violations.

An ancient archaeological site meets conspiracy theories — and Joe Rogan

In the hills of southeastern Turkey lies a site so ancient, it's turning our understanding of civilization on its head and leading to conspiracy theories.

Artifacts in US museums explain the outsized role of racism in the nation's history

Museums across the U.S. have artifacts on display that represent and reflect landmark events of the Civil Rights era.

Gorilla habitats and pristine forest at risk as DRC opens half of country to oil and gas drilling...

Government launches licensing round for 52 fossil fuel blocks, potentially undermining a flagship conservation initiative and affecting an estimated 39 million people

Elon Musk opened a diner in Hollywood. What could go wrong? I went to find out

The tech billionaire’s ‘retro-futuristic’ drive-in and Tesla charging station has long lines, plenty of glitches – and adoring fans

What if Everything We Know About Sacagawea Is Wrong?

A growing body of evidence suggests she might have survived into old age — which would entirely change the story of America’s most iconic Native forebear.

Inside a Gaza hospital: A British surgeon on what he's witnessing firsthand

Dr. Nick Maynard tells NPR he's treating children shot at food distribution sites and witnessing what he believes is the systematic destruction of Gaza's civilian infrastructure.

Florida lawmaker Anna Eskamani on her 'horrific' visit to 'Alligator Alcatraz' detention center

Eskamani says detainees are being held in "cages."

U.S. issues sanctions against United Nations investigator probing abuses in Gaza

The State Department's decision to impose sanctions on Francesca Albanese, the U.N. special rapporteur for the West Bank and Gaza, follows an unsuccessful campaign to force her removal.

US Supreme Court ponders the balance of power – and sides with President Trump

A recent judgment by the US Supreme Court calls into question the separation of powers established by the constitution.

Confederacy group sues Georgia park for planning an exhibit on slavery and segregation

The Georgia chapter of a Confederacy group has filed a lawsuit against a state park over an exhibit on slavery, segregation, and white supremacy.

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Asked to flag 'negative' National Park content, visitors gave their own 2 cents instead

Signs installed earlier in National Parks earlier in June asked for feedback on signs "that are negative about past or living Americans." Comments viewed by NPR didn't provide the requested feedback.

Quebec provides universal childcare for less than $7 a day. Here’s what the US can learn

Public childcare network is a win for everyone – kids, parents and the government, and the Quebec model is a shining example