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Mongolia is undergoing a dramatic transformation from a pastoral society to one whose economy is based on mining, especially copper and coal. With the change has come opportunity — and loss.

The artist doesn't need TikTok anymore to prove she can make a hit. Her debut album, Heaven Knows, makes it clear she's ready to conquer worlds beyond the web.

After the 1996 Dickey Amendment halted federal spending on gun violence research, a small group of academics pressed on, with little money or support. Now a new generation is taking up the charge.

The leaders of six journalism schools discuss the ongoing media bloodbath, the cost of a journalism degree, and how to prepare journalists for the future.

While Asian Americans and Pacific Islanders comprise just 4% of North Carolina's population, their numbers and political power are growing rapidly. Across the state, AAPI advocates are empowering their communities to speak up and participate during this election year.

Recent deaths are setting off a wake-up call across North Carolina about the harsh conditions outdoor workers face amid rising temperatures and scant workplace protections.

A hydrogen plant in Utah could offer a new path to slash fossil-fuel pollution. But federal funding that was critical for projects like this one could dry up if Donald Trump is reelected.

If Donald Trump is reelected, his administration probably couldn't stop the country's transition away from fossil fuels. But any slowdown could have big impacts on climate change.

McMahon has a limited background in education, and a long career as a business executive. She'd be stepping into an agency the president hopes to dissolve.

On her 12th album, the most dominant pop star of our era makes a spectacle of herself in full flower, in love and holding the music industry in the palm of her hand.

There are at least 72 structural fill sites in North Carolina, some of them with exposed ash. Coal ash could increase a person’s cancer risk significantly more than previously estimated, according to a recent EPA report, raising questions about the safety of places where ash has been used as structural fill.

Dozens of Jan. 6 defendants who received pardons from President Trump had past criminal convictions for charges including rape, manslaughter, domestic violence and drug trafficking.

Farmers in California are trying to plant crops that don't require a lot of water. Some are turning to growing agave as a response to a warming state.

Peacock will stream the 66th Eurovision Song Contest live on Saturday, May 14th. Here's a highly opinionated guide to keep handy as you watch 25 countries vying for gleefully over-the-top glory.

Navigating the impact of policy and funding changes in Charlotte.

NPR's Scott Simon speaks to Gints Zilbalodis about his new Oscar-nominated, animated film, "Flow."

Where President Trump's tariffs stand with Mexico, Canada and China. And, the Education Department may see big cuts to staff and programs.

NPR's A Martinez asks Democratic Rep. Debbie Dingell of Michigan about the potential impact of President Trump's decision to impose 25% tariffs globally on imported steel and aluminum.

More than 30 artists, including Olivia Rodrigo, Rod Stewart, Dr. Dre and Joni Mitchell, performed at the benefit concert on Jan. 30.

Some big names in music have special album releases tied to today, Record Store Day. We highlight a few - and take a listen.