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They're up-and-coming nations. They're regional political powers. And they're especially vulnerable to the impact of the pandemic.

Fashion styles are churned out more frequently than ever, giving us more opportunities to buy. But this "fast fashion" trend increases trash — and some groups are trying to slow down the cycle.

Fashion styles are churned out more frequently than ever, giving us more opportunities to buy. But this "fast fashion" trend increases trash — and some groups are trying to slow down the cycle.

NPR's Steve Inskeep talks to David Wessel of the Hutchins Center at the Brookings Institution about rising income inequality amid the longest period of economic expansion in U.S. history.

A federal court jury in Houston convicts Enron founder Ken Lay and former chief executive Jeff Skilling of conspiracy and fraud. They will be sentenced on Sept. 11, and face lengthy prison terms. Both men intend to appeal the verdicts.

Chinese immigrants and investors have bought businesses and property, made philanthropic contributions and supported the arts. But some Vancouver residents feel priced out of the real estate market.

Sen. Richard Shelby, R-Ala., told reporters that he believes Congress can approve the legislation and send it to the president before the Friday night deadline to avert another partial shutdown.

The two high-profile people close to President Trump were either found guilty or pleaded guilty to multiple federal crimes — and one implicated the president in a major campaign finance violation.

The strike against Qassem Soleimani raises thorny legal questions — and experts disagree over whether the U.S. had the legal authority to do it.

Many people in the United States receive little or no information about flood risk when they move into a new home or apartment. Here's how you can learn about your flood risk.