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Since the pandemic began, Tonga has reported just a single case of COVID-19 and has avoided any outbreaks.

The $10 billion telescope is nearly ready to begin capturing images that scientists hope will help uncover the mysteries of the universe. And help scope out other possible habitable planets.

A document obtained by NPR through a public records request shows that Holmes reported to local authorities that she was allegedly assaulted in a frat house while she was attending the school.

The Pentagon said no final decision has been made, but Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin wanted U.S. forces to be ready "just in case" of a Russian invasion of Ukraine.

The ruling temporarily blocks a judge's order that would have banned the use of absentee ballot drop boxes in the swing state.

The decision comes after Fulton District Attorney Fani Willis requested one. A special grand jury has subpoena power and the authority to obtain documents. It will begin on May 2.

Laura Spears, 55, says she stumbled on her life-changing win a few days after buying a ticket for the Mega Millions jackpot. "I couldn't believe what I was reading," she says.

Original series co-star Damian Lewis left at the end of the fifth season. TV critic Eric Deggans says the swap takes fans on a exhilarating ride.

Kansas City's 42-36 win was an instant classic, but fans have been calling foul in response to league rules that denied Buffalo any chance at victory in overtime.

NPR's Ari Shapiro speaks with Washington Post sports reporter Liz Clarke to get an update on the Australian Open, the first Grand Slam of 2022.

The nearly 10-minute long song "Bat Out of Hell" opens the classic album by the late singer Meat Loaf. Music academics Elizabeth Wollman and Emily Gale take a close look at the epic track.

After a video call with European allies, President Biden said there's unanimity on the threat posed by Russian troops on Ukraine's borders. Some allies are sending weapons to Ukraine. Others are not.