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The new rule allows immigration oficials to speed up the asylum-petitioning process by assessing the person's criminal background within days, instead of months or even years.

Israel’s military says its air force is striking Hamas and its ground troops are operating in a limited manner. Some on the ground say the area has been pummeled with airstrikes and artillery.

Hundreds of protesters angry over the Trump administration's policy of separating migrant children from their parents march on a tent city near El Paso, Texas.

NPR's Ari Shapiro speaks to Gerry Yandel, executive editor of The Virgin lslands Daily News, about what life is like for those living on the islands more than a month after Hurricanes Irma and Maria.

The dismissals began Friday night, according to two people cited by The Associated Press. An email sent by one of the fired inspectors general said "roughly 17" inspectors general had been removed.

On this Veteran’s Day, we’re going to focus on the VA's efforts to improve health care for women.As female soldiers returned from Iraq and Afghanistan,…

There’s a lot of pressure in the new year to make big changes — especially around health, nutrition, weight and exercise. So how can you best approach your goals with a healthier and more positive mindset?

Tropical Storm Ernesto is expected to pass over Puerto Rico late Tuesday night, which could bring flooding, landslides and power outages. The island has closed schools and opened shelters.

The results of Zimbabwe's presidential election were announced last night — and since then, it's been a turbulent time for the press. NPR's Audie Cornish speaks with Tendai Marima, a Zimbabwean journalist, about what has unfolded in the past few days.

NPR's Scott Detrow speaks with Cardinal Blase J. Cupich, Archbishop of Chicago, about the Mass being held in honor of Pope Leo XIV tonight at Rate Field.