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Narrated by a robotic "artificial friend," Kazuo Ishiguro's latest novel offers readers a deeper understanding of what it means to be human.

Moderate Democrats have demanded that the $1,400 stimulus checks be targeted at low- and moderate-income people. The change, if adopted, means the House will need to vote again on the package.

NPR's Ari Shapiro speaks with Martha Jones, author and professor of history at John Hopkins University, about her role in writing a letter of solidarity in The Root for Nikole Hannah-Jones.

Drug distributors are in court in West Virginia over their role in the state's opioid crisis. Documents spotlight revelations — including internal communications that mocked people with addiction.

Leading U.S. officials have renewed calls for a deeper investigation into the origins of the coronavirus outbreak.

The National Memorial Day Concert broadcast online on Sunday honored fallen and overlooked heroes in uniform, with the help of noted actors who gave emotional monologues.

The Army has eased restrictions on female hairstyles like loose ponytails and braids. Women in uniform say the changes make them healthier, happier and better soldiers.

ESPN's Howard Bryant discusses Naomi Osaka's decision to boycott news conferences at the upcoming French Open and the "magic" play by Chicago Cubs shortstop Javier Baez against the Pittsburgh Pirates.

Gavin MacLeod, the veteran supporting actor who rose to fame on The Mary Tyler Moore Show before going on to even more success on The Love Boat, has died at age 90.

Most big city marathons were called off last year. Now that pandemic restrictions have eased, major marathons are planned for later in 2021 in cities including New York, Boston and Chicago.