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What's behind this country's dramatic drop in the number of new orphans? - 2026-01-14T11:35:11-05:00
A new study offers good news from Uganda — although the cuts in U.S. aid cast a shadow over the reduction in deaths of parents from HIV/AIDS.

About Us: Global Health and Development - 2026-01-14T11:26:42-05:00
Here's a look at NPR's Global Health and Development coverage.

Trump administration sends letter wiping out addiction, mental health grants - 2026-01-14T09:50:17-05:00
The Trump administration sent hundreds of letters Tuesday terminating federal grants supporting mental health and drug addiction services. The cuts could total as much as $2 billion.

Greetings from Acre, Israel, where an old fortress recalls the time of the Crusades - 2026-01-14T09:35:35-05:00
Far-Flung Postcards is a weekly series in which NPR's international team shares moments from their lives and work around the world.

New analysis on U.S. economy. And, MN prosecutors quit over DOJ probe into Good widow - 2026-01-14T07:24:44-05:00
Trump pitches affordability on a national tour to combat voter frustration. And, Minnesota federal prosecutors resign after DOJ pressure to probe Renee Macklin Good's widow.

The risks of AI in schools outweigh the benefits, report says - 2026-01-14T07:00:00-05:00
A new report warns that AI poses a serious threat to children's cognitive development and emotional well-being.

The death toll from a crackdown on protests in Iran jumps to over 2,500, activists say - 2026-01-14T05:12:32-05:00
The number of dead climbed to at least 2,571 early Wednesday, as reported by the U.S.-based Human Rights Activists News Agency, as Iranians made phone calls abroad for the first time in days.

How have prices changed in a year? NPR checked 114 items at Walmart - 2026-01-14T05:01:00-05:00
We found the effects of tariffs and extreme weather, relief (finally!) in the egg cooler, plus one case of shrinkflation.

How the feud between Trump and Minnesota is impacting the probe into the ICE shooting - 2026-01-14T05:00:00-05:00
The FBI is solely leading the inquiry into the killing of Renee Macklin Good by ICE agent Jonathan Ross without help from Minnesota authorities. Legal experts explain why the move is unusual and why joint investigations are the norm.

Unhoused women on Skid Row face dire health outcomes. This doctor wants to change that - 2026-01-14T05:00:00-05:00
Homeless women face unique health challenges with few dedicated resources. And as the number of women experiencing homelessness in Los Angeles continues to grow, Dr. Mary Marfisee hopes to bring them lifesaving resources.