Will the new student loan limits actually drive down tuition? Economists weigh in
The idea that there's a connection between federal student loans and what colleges charge dates back almost four decades. But…
Food defined social hierarchy in 1776. Here’s what was on the table
Around the time the United States was founded, Americans' diets included Parmesan ice cream and terrapin. But what you ate…
Onto the knockout round: 4 takeaways from the FIFA World Cup so far
The anxieties before the World Cup were many. But with the knockout round set to begin Sunday, it's fair to…
Balancing the risks of catching Ebola while covering the outbreak
NPR often relies on reporters going into dangerous places to get the story. It can mean covering a war, natural…
Trump nominates former Oklahoma state trooper to head ICE
President Trump nominated Lance Schroyer, a former Oklahoma state trooper, to direct Immigration and Customs Enforcement. The agency hasn't had…
Critical fire weather complicates firefighting efforts in massive Utah wildfire
Firefighters working on the nation's largest current wildfire, burning in southern Utah, are being challenged by historic weather conditions. Extreme…
Uzbekistan makes its World Cup debut, a first for Central Asia
The country is the first Central Asian nation to qualify for the World Cup, and Uzbek fans have reveled in…
Opinion: Ranch dressing is a winner at the World Cup games
NPR's Scott Simon reflects on the popularity of ranch dressing among international visitors to the U.S. during the World Cup…
4 ways to get creative with your leftovers (and save money on food)
Don't let your leftovers go to waste. Cookbook authors share clever storage techniques — like an "Eat Me First" box…
What would George Washington say? It’s a busy year for people who portray him
America's 250th birthday has brought more events and new crowds for Revolutionary reenactors and interpreters. They say Washington's life holds…