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The war began six months ago after the Oct. 7 attack when Hamas fighters killed 1,200 Israelis and took more than 250 Israelis hostage. Israel retaliated by launching a war in Gaza, killing more than 30,000 Palestinians.

Taking this year's top honor: Waimanalo Beach in Oahu, Hawaii. "Dr. Beach" explains who made the cut, and why.

U.S. authorities had wanted Joaquin Guzman extradited, in part over fears that he would get out again. Mexican authorities refused. His escape likely will deepen distrust between the countries.

Supreme Court nominee Merrick Garland makes his first rounds on the Hill Thursday to meet with senators in person. But the only appointments on the schedule are with two Democrats. He has no meetings with Republicans yet.

The pop artist's new album debuted on the Billboard charts about two months ago, but has returned due to an expanded "deluxe edition."

December's job growth caps a 2014 that saw the most jobs added to the economy since 1999.

When state lawmakers meet in January they will once again square off over using public school dollars to pay for attending private schools. Opponents of…

For over 25 years, NPR's 'From the Top' has been showcasing the future of classical music in the hands of America's youth. To celebrate, the album 'From the Top 25' has just been released, and it features a 2022 performance by a San Antonio cellist who's now studying at the Curtis Institute. Catch up with Vincent Garcia-Hettinger at the link!

Carter served as the No. 2 defense official under Leon Panetta. While relatively unknown to the public, he's respected for his intelligence.

Chuck Schumer, a New York Democrat, became emotional Sunday, calling the president's travel ban "un-American." The president took aim at him in an unusual moment and questioned his sincerity.