NPR Staff

A ceasefire between Israel and Hezbollah went into effect at 4 a.m. Wednesday local time. Israel agreed Tuesday to the ceasefire to stop the war it's been fighting with the Iran-backed militant group for over a year.

A year has passed since the Oct. 7 attack on Israel and the start of its war in Gaza. Here's a look at some key moments from photojournalists on the ground.

JD Vance and Tim Walz debated on Tuesday in the last scheduled debate of the election. The sparring was mostly collegial but a number of points on key issues require additional context or corrections.

Your guide to the seven swing states that will decide this year’s presidential election: Georgia, Nevada, Wisconsin, Michigan, Arizona, Pennsylvania and North Carolina.

From the economy to immigration and abortion, NPR looks at what the candidates said and adds context.

The Chicks and Pink brought plenty of star power of their own.

The Games in Paris wrapped up with the closing ceremony. We take a look at the lavish celebration.

A young political dissident in Europe made his name in the news media as a defiant critic of the Chinese Communist Party. His former housemate and alleged victim says he's a grifter.

A powerful solar storm struck Earth, triggering spectacular celestial light shows in skies around the world — and threatening possible disruptions to satellites and power grids.

Photojournalists at NPR member stations documented protests at college and university campuses nationwide this week.