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Research shows that a toxic mix of past traumas and the stresses of resettlement puts refugee kids at significantly higher risk of long term mental health challenges. A new effort aims to mitigate those risks by supporting parents and children in refugee families.

NPR correspondent Emmanuel Akinwotu reports from one of wartime Sudan's few remaining hospitals, on the edge of the capital Khartoum.

Creative Connections Floral Pumpkin Fundraiser Embrace the beauty of autumn while making a meaningful impact with our Creative Connections Floral Pumpkin Fundraiser! These stunning floral pumpkins are more than just seasonal décor—they are handcrafted arrangements that bring together the vibrant colors and textures of fall in a unique, elegant display. Each pumpkin is carefully adorned with fresh flowers, creating a beautiful centerpiece that adds warmth and charm to any space. But the beauty of these floral pumpkins goes beyond their appearance. Every purchase directly supports our mission to provide care and resources for survivors of trafficking and abuse. Your contribution helps fund essential programs, safe housing, and trauma-informed care for those in need. By decorating your home with one of our floral pumpkins, you're not just celebrating the season—you're bringing hope and healing to those who need it most. This fall, let your décor make a difference. Purchase a floral pumpkin for yourself, or gift one to a friend, knowing that every arrangement is a step towards brighter futures for survivors. Together, we can create beauty that truly changes lives. Proceeds from this event support our non-profit where we don't just cultivate flowers; we cultivate joy, laughter, and a sense of belonging for teen trafficked victims and young adult abuse survivors on their path to healing. It's a safe haven where birthdays, milestones celebrations, and simple joys are not just acknowledged but magnificently honored. Every flower, every latte, wedding, every latte, every creative connections workshop, and every moment celebrated at Where 2 Or More Gather supports our non-profit W2OMG, and our Safe House Coalition efforts to rescue, provide Creative Retreat Sanctuary providing trauma-informed care, safe housing, legal advocacy and restitution, empowering teen trafficked victims and young adult survivors of abuse. For more about our mission, visit: https://www.w2omg.com/bloom

After a firehose of a first six weeks back in the White House, President Trump delivered a boastful and partisan address to a joint session of Congress Tuesday night. Here are six takeaways from the speech.

Democrats credit executive actions issued in June by President Joe Biden. Local advocates say there are other reasons as well.

Organizers said it was the first LGBTQ+ TLC New Year celebration they know of in the country.

Plus: how to deal with an awful brother-in-law, what to do with a box of mementos you shared with your ex and how to tell a bestie you don't want to go on a couples trip.

First Thursdays Epic Poetry is a monthly series where we gather live on Zoom to read, discuss, and make sense of some of the longest living epics that have influenced literature, popular culture, and how we think about the past. Together, we will explore Homer’s the Iliad and then the Odyssey, and finally, ending our 10-month series with Beowulf. The live Zoom classes are designed to give you confidence and support you as you read between our live gatherings. Even if you’ve read it once (or many times, like me) you’ll find that there is always something new that arises from these ancient texts, that echoes our modern day struggles or reminds you of what it means to be human. For more information visit: writeyourstorynow.org Stay Connected on Facebook and Instagram

Reporters for NPR traveled across North and South Dakota to see the challenges older adults in rural areas face when they need medical care — and to see what it's like for the people trying to help.

"We couldn't believe it, honestly, that he was OK," a pilot said as he described finding a man who spent the night of Hurricane Milton's landfall 30 miles from land.