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Former President Jimmy Carter's work on energy efficiency and renewable energy were criticized, but it laid the groundwork for the country to address climate change now.

Azerbaijan's President Ilham Aliyev said that the Azerbaijani airliner that crashed last week was shot down by Russia unintentionally, and criticized Moscow for trying to "hush up" the issue for days.

When Syria's dictatorship fell, celebrations broke out around the world, including in Ohio, where Mohammed al-Refai, a refugee from Syria, lives now. NPR has followed his story for nearly a decade.

The year is coming to an end and with it, many lessons were learned. Some of which could have altered how we move forward into the new year. NPR listeners provide insight on their lessons from 2024.

The ban, which will take effect on Jan. 1, is based on health and environmental grounds and is a groundbreaking move for European Union nations.

As 2024 nears its end, we take a look at some memorable podcasts from NPR member stations that we featured this year.

The Norwegian chess grandmaster was fined $200 and given a warning by the International Chess Federation (FIDE) to change into acceptable attire or be disqualified.

The Kremlin said air defense systems were firing near Grozny due to a Ukrainian drone strike as the airliner attempted to land, but stopped short of saying it was shot down by Russian air defenses.

Moo Deng and Haggis are joined by another slick, round supreme on the scene — a new pygmy hippo born at Metro Richmond Zoo in Virginia. Fans can vote on the two options for her name through Saturday.

"Bubble butt" can leave turtles struggling to swim normally — or unable to submerge at all. A 3D-printed harness can help.