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Belfast's peace walls, built in the Troubles to tamp sectarian violence, were slated to be torn down in 2023. But locals are protesting. Many want them preserved as war relics & public art.

Ammon Bundy was ordered to pay an Idaho hospital tens of millions of dollars after leading armed protests there. But the antigovernment extremist might not pay the fine.

A World Cup fever is sweeping Brazil. So is sports betting. NPR's Julia Carneiro reports on the country's gambling boom and the growing concerns about debt and addiction.

NPR's Leila Fadel speaks with Democratic Sen. Chris Coons of Delaware about President Trump's new nominee to oversee the U.S. intelligence community.

Fossil fuel emissions have increased steadily for almost two centuries. Now, the world may soon reach an important turning point for climate change.

State law at the time prohibited abortion after around 6 weeks. Legal experts say this kind of law leaves doctors uncertain of what's legal and can put patients in dangerous situations.

An attempt to identify and explain some of the biggest things that happened each week, and draw attention to some that have been overlooked.

President Biden promised a lot as a candidate and acted swiftly once in office, particularly in regard to the coronavirus. But there are still areas in progress and goals that haven't been achieved.

A crucial round of trade talks with China kicks off Wednesday. U.S. increases pressure on Venezuela's president to step down. And, what does Medicare for all mean?

On Day 20 of the war, Russia continues to pummel cities across Ukraine. Fed policymakers open a two-day meeting Tuesday. Two homeless men are dead and three others injured in attacks in D.C. and NYC.