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The island of Matlacha in Florida was devastated by Hurricane Ian in 2022. Many residents who rented homes were displaced, and are still suffering financially years later.

Do you rent? You may be more vulnerable to climate-driven disasters

The financial cards are stacked against many renters who survive hurricanes, floods, wildfires and other major weather disasters. The long-term effects can be devastating.

The fall of Syria's dictatorship ripples out to one family in Toledo, Ohio

When Syria's dictatorship fell, celebrations broke out around the world, including in Ohio, where Mohammed al-Refai, a refugee from Syria, lives now. NPR has followed his story for nearly a decade.

Workers represented by the Service Employees International Union march and rally outside Sharp Healthcare headquarters in Kearny Mesa on August 9, 2024.

Sharp HealthCare reaches tentative deal with health care workers union

The union will hold a ratification vote next week.

Illinois Gov. JB Pritzker attends a Democratic National Convention security briefing at the U.S. Secret Service Chicago Field Office in July.

Illinois Gov. JB Pritzker has a lot riding on the Democratic National Convention

A billionaire who backs progressive policies, Pritzker remarks tonight could enhance his national recognition and sharpen his critiques of Trump

Is a high-profile critic of the Chinese Communist Party a con man?

A young political dissident in Europe made his name in the news media as a defiant critic of the Chinese Communist Party. His former housemate and alleged victim says he's a grifter.

Cleta Mitchell, head of the Election Integrity Network, speaks during a May 2024 news conference outside the U.S. Capitol to introduce the Safeguard American Voter Eligibility (SAVE) Act, which would require proof of U.S. citizenship to register to vote in federal elections. The bill is sponsored by Rep. Chip Roy, R-Texas, who's at left.

Despite Trump's win, 'election integrity' activists still seek sweeping voting changes

Republican voters say they trust the 2024 election was administered well, yet pro-Trump conservatives are pushing some sweeping reforms to voting systems.

Charlotte, a male green sea turtle, wears a 3D-printed harness to help him overcome "bubble butt syndrome" — a condition caused by a boat strike. Charlotte lives at the Mystic Aquarium in Connecticut.

A sea turtle plagued by 'bubble butt' condition is helped by a 3D printer

"Bubble butt" can leave turtles struggling to swim normally — or unable to submerge at all. A 3D-printed harness can help.

A copper IUD is shown close up on May 20, 2021.

We want to hear from you: Did you have a painful experience getting an IUD?

Earlier this month, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention issued new guidance about IUD pain management.

Thousands of Vaux’s Swifts gather overhead as they prepare to roost for the night at Chapaman Elementary in Portland, Oregon. During the month of September, migrating swifts often use chimneys as roosts and are likely to return to the same roost year after year.

In Portland, thousands gather to marvel at migrating birds’ nighttime routine

As Vaux’s Swifts migrate south, they roost together in a chimney, drawing crowds

Black Friday shoppers pass by at the Walden Galleria's Macy's in Buffalo, NY., on Friday.

Most Black Friday shoppers bagged their deals online this year, with record spending

As many opted to surf the web instead of face the crowds the day after Thanksgiving, shoppers spent a record $10.8 billion in online purchases. Cyber Monday is set to smash another spending record.

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