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Six million Americans rely on insulin to survive. Many can no longer afford it. What happens when big pharma, big profits and strong patent laws lead to dying patients?

The Arizona Republican said she did not report the assault because "I didn't trust the system at the time." The revelation came during a hearing on sexual assault in the military.

In a Congressional committee testimony, Homeland Security Secretary Kirstjen Nielsen defended President Trump's view that the surge of migrants along the border represents a national emergency.

Forbes named Kylie Jenner the world's youngest self-made billionaire and some were not happy about it. NPR's Audie Cornish talks with Forbes' Natalie Robehmed about what being "self-made" means.

There's a growing fiscal crisis hitting cities, counties and states across the U.S. It's all about generous retiree health benefits that historically haven't been fully funded.

Alex Kotlowitz talks to NPR's Michel Martin about his book American Summer: Love and Death in Chicago. It explores the effects of daily gun violence on the spirit of individuals and the community.

Abdelaziz Bouteflika has been in power since 1999 and has changed the constitution in order to stay in office multiple terms.

It's well-known that junk food ads on TV can strongly influence what kids want to eat. A study finds social media influencers can have the same effect on kids, but not when it comes to healthy foods.

New Orleans krewes stage parades through the city in the weeks leading up to Mardi Gras. This year, a krewe formed by Mexican immigrants, Krewe de Mayahuel, showcased Mexican history and art.

The Crew Dragon capsule docked with the International Space Station on Sunday. NASA says it is the first American commercial space vehicle designed to carry humans to dock at the station.