The Atlantic writer Anne Applebaum says President Trump's dismantling of the U.S. civil service system, and his attacks on judges and his opponents, are part of a playbook on undermining democracy.

The Department of Education told schools to stop DEI efforts or risk losing federal dollars. The president of the Council for ...

Eric Puchner's new novel, Dream State, was just named the latest Oprah book club pick. It's about a love triangle that tests ...

The Trump administration's efforts to shrink the federal government have indefinitely cut off funding to human rights groups abroad. Some in China see these cuts as an opportunity to muscle in.

The Trump administration's efforts to shrink the federal government have indefinitely cut off funding to human rights groups abroad. Some in China see these cuts as an opportunity to muscle in.

Measles cases are spiking in West Texas, how China is responding as the U.S. ends funding for pro-democracy groups, and former Brazilian President Jair Bolsonaro faces charges over alleged coup plot.

Kendrick Lamar's performance at the Super Bowl is paying dividends, as three of his albums find themselves in this week's top ...

NPR talks to David Wessel, director of the Hutchins Center at the Brookings Institution, about what's driving the recent market surge and whether high valuations signal strength or speculation.

NPR talks to David Wessel, director of the Hutchins Center at the Brookings Institution, about what's driving the recent market surge and whether high valuations signal strength or speculation.

European leaders are meeting for a second emergency summit in Paris to debate how to monitor a potential ceasefire agreement between Ukraine and Russia. It could mean deploying European troops.

Kendrick Lamar's performance at the Super Bowl is paying dividends, as three of his albums find themselves in this week's top ten.

In the new novel Dream State, the bond between two college buddies gets tested when one marries the others' fiancé. Author Eric Puchner talks about the unique rhythms that make up a male friendship, ...