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The head of Russian military intelligence, Igor Korobov, 62, died after his agency was accused of activities against the U.S. His predecessor also died at age 58 from unclear circumstances.

The Illinois Capitol breathed a sigh of relief this summer when Republican Gov. Bruce Rauner and the Democratic-controlled legislature agreed on a state...

What do kids on a swing, musical instruments, and microwave ovens have in common? They all use an underlying scientific concept called resonance as well…

Ann Powers talks about curating NPR Music's new list of the 200 greatest songs of the 21st century by women and non-binary artists.

The Saturday Night Fever actor strutted back into Brooklyn on Tuesday as fans and government officials celebrated how he bought exposure to the borough.

Watch the Chicago-based ensemble conjure otherworldly sounds from steel pipes, tuned cowbells and a bowl that sings.

The skies over Crete were an eerie orange, too. Why the tangerine tint? Powerful storms in North Africa blew sands from the Sahara across the Mediterranean.

Three Illinois cities rank among the worst 25 cities in the country for violent crime rates.Rockford is the most dangerous of the three, according to a…

Ethiopia's Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed has appointed several women to senior government posts, part of a wave of reforms since he came into office last April.

The Red Sox closed the series game 5-1 on the Dodgers' home turf Sunday. A leadoff home run from Steve Pearce and strong pitching from David Price helped Boston land their fourth title in 15 years.