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Scientists on five continents are hunting for geological evidence to pinpoint exactly when humans became a major force shaping life on Earth. But settling on the date could unleash a larger debate.

Whatever the outcome of the recall campaign against Gov. Gavin Newsom in California, Republicans see it as an opportunity to build on some momentum gained in the 2020 election in the state.

NPR's A. Martinez speaks with Democratic Rep. Veronica Escobar of Texas about the border crisis, and the Biden administration's efforts to curb the flow of migrants.

More than 4,000 unaccompanied minors are in U.S. custody at the border, straining Homeland Security capacity. Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas told lawmakers "it will take time" to get under control.

Leaders in Spain's northeastern region have pushed for independence from the country. Now they want to go their own way in space, launching a first nanosatellite this month from Kazakhstan.

The gifted conductor who had wielded immense influence in the classical music world, was publicly accused by nine men of sexual abuse. He died March 9 at age 77 of natural causes.

Robert Aaron Long, 21, who was arrested within hours of the attacks at three massage businesses, has been charged with murder and assault.

The University of Virginia has won a $3.4 million grant to study pain. The goal is to predict when it will become a problem, and to treat it before this…

The number of people hospitalized in western Virginia for complications related to COVID-19 continues to drop.The hospitals that serve the New River and…

A brewery in Fredericksburg will be celebrating St. Patrick’s Day in a special way – one that gives a nod to our southern neighbors. Sandy Hausman reports…