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Prices at the pump are falling, which is welcome news for Democrats this election season. But politicians have very limited control over energy costs.

NPR's Scott Simon talks with Michele Steele of ESPN about Shohei Othani's elbow injury, a sexual misconduct controversy in Spanish soccer, and the men's basketball World Cup.

Vaccines for a fall immunization drive against COVID-19 just got the green light from the Food and Drug Administration. The agency says the vaccines can protect people, as hospitalizations tick up.

With the new year comes new television shows and movies. Two members of NPR's Pop Culture Happy Hour team tell us about the TV shows and movies they're looking forward.

"I really love it," Jolien Boumkwo said as her unusual turn in the 100-meter hurdles created a sensation.

Although the study authors say the results can't be used to gauge drug use on the roads nationwide, the high number of drivers, passengers and others with drugs in their systems is concerning.

The NWSL's North Carolina Courage are sending six players to the World Cup — more than half of a starting lineup. And as the eve of the tournament approaches, the team is playing at its very best.

A growing number of states and cities acknowledge Indigenous Peoples' Day. Some want it to replace Columbus Day. Here are some ideas for how to mark the holiday, plus book and podcast recommendations.

Denver last week hosted a psychedelic "science" conference. Colorado is working on rules to implement its recent legalization of hallucinogenic mushrooms. Therapists are already working with them.

Surf City is no longer a "beach town, but a town with a beach." How will that impact the race for mayor?