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Researchers are comparing bark of chestnut trees to oak and other species to see how the bark may insulate against fire.

Syracuse Deputy Mayor Sharon Owens is looking to take over from Mayor Ben Walsh as she launches her campaign for the 2025 election.

The court’s action upheld a decision of the Nevada Supreme Court.

Surviving members of America's first all-black combat flying unit, the Tuskegee Airmen, are awarded the Congressional Gold Medal. The ceremony includes thanks from House Speaker Nancy Pelosi and a salute from President Bush.

Most people don't expect to work beyond retirement age, but for a growing number of older people, it's a reality. Almost a third of Americans between the ages of 65 and 70 are still working. For those 75 years and older, 7 percent are still on the job. An NPR series profiles some of these working seniors.

New York officials appealed a judge's ruling against inspecting absentee ballots before Election Day, allowing early counting of those ballots to go ahead pending an appeals court decision.

McDonald opens up about his life and career in a new memoir. Justin Chang reviews Furiosa. Journalist Eric Schlosser says we're "basically guinea pigs" for a new form of industrialized food.

Record-breaking July 4 travel expected: AAA projects 71 million travelers, up 5.7 million from 2019. Expert advice: arrive early, pack patience.

Cricket is one of the world’s most popular sports, with about 2.5 billion fans. Several of the U.S. team’s starting players are from other countries, including India, Pakistan and New Zealand.

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