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So far, there is no seasonal pattern to coronavirus outbreaks, the WHO's Dr. Margaret Harris says. Lockdowns may not be necessary, she says, but infections rise when restrictions are relaxed rapidly.

Some infectious disease experts think there may be something of a silver lining with the omicron surge. It may leave a blanket of enhanced immunity that leaves the virus easier to live with.

Palestinian-Syrian chef Reem Assil shares what she's making for Eid al-Fitr and what the holiday means to her.

The regular basketball season ends next week with some dramatic, potentially record-setting games in store. Mike Pesca of The Gist tells us about the league's best and worst teams.

In the Indian state of Meghalaya, one of the wettest places on Earth, villagers are separated by rivers and valleys. To stay connected, they coax tree roots to grow together into living bridges.

In honor of Women's History Month, NPR takes a look at five women photographing the worst effects of climate change around the world.

The Los Angeles Dodgers have won the World Series. Afterward, a Dodger player who was removed from the game after testing positive for the coronavirus celebrated the victory with teammates.

The storm slammed into southern Louisiana as a Category 2 with stronger than expected winds, but it's moving quickly over the Gulf Coast. Officials warn of powerful storm surges and high winds.

Not only has the warm winter lengthened lobster season for fishermen, but it could make lobsters susceptible to new predators and diseases.

An expert panel of CDC advisers will meet to consider expanding COVID-19 booster eligibility to all adults. With cases rising in the U.S., how much can boosters really help?