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There was cheering when nearly 200 countries reached an historic agreement to stem global warming. But the frantic deal making says something about what it may take to carry the agreement out.

During the holidays, a number of retailers deck their windows to lure shoppers off the sidewalk. At Lord and Taylor in New York City, a team has been planning this year's display since February.

Jordan is a staunch U.S. ally in the war against ISIS. The country paid a price when a pilot was captured in Syria. NPR's Alice Fordham met his parents at the time, and saw them again recently.

Few women ran and few women voted during the elections, but many in the country see the victories as a turning point for women's rights.

The international agreement to curb global warming is elaborate. These four pieces will give you a deeper understanding.

In Baltimore, closing arguments are slated to begin on Monday in the case of the first of six officer to be tried for the death of Freddie Gray. We get a recap of the trial so far.

Every year, the Eternal City plays host to millions of migrating starlings. That creates problems — slippery, splattery problems. Falcons have been enlisted to drive them away, but have failed.

From Argentina to Mexico, well over half of all births are to unwed mothers. The change had occurred rapidly in the past generation, and it's taking place at all economic levels.

Versions sold over the counter are based on older formulas and make tight control of blood sugar harder. But they're cheaper and might save a patient with diabetes whose alternative is to go without.

A Canadian researcher finds that taking antidepressants while pregnant may increase the risk of having a child with autism spectrum disorder. But others say the real culprit may be depression itself.