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China's expansion into European ports is part of its new Maritime Silk Road, which aims to better connect the country to global commercial hubs. But this is about more than just moving cargo.

When the FBI recovered virtuoso violinist Roman Totenberg's stolen Stradivarius after his death, his daughters wanted the instrument to be played everywhere. Ensuring that was not so simple.

The new U.S. embassy in Jerusalem is a pilgrimage site for some American Christians. They snap selfies there and say it's fulfillment of a biblical prophecy.

Nikki Haley, U.S. Ambassador to the U.N., resigns. NPR Diplomatic Correspondent Michele Kelemen talks about Haley's work there and what this might mean for President Trump's international policy.

We know that a gene can determine how strongly we experience bitter flavors. Scientists wanted to know if this was also true for sweet. Their study shows genetics may affect our taste for sugar, too.

This weekend's playoff games will decide who goes on to the Super Bowl, and who just watches it. NPR's Scott Simon talks to Howard Bryant of ESPN.com and ESPN Magazine about the lineup.

At the contest in Key West, Fla., Charlie Boice's beard was white enough, and on the 15th try, he won. He beat a field that included the husband of celebrity cook Paula Deen.

A woman reportedly was arrested for trying to kidnap a kangaroo from a Pennsylvania petting zoo. CBS3 reports police discovered her trying to squeeze the animal into a Honda and drive it to Florida.

Steve Inskeep talks to Marc Short, President Trump's former director of legislative affairs, about Trump's proposal to end the government shutdown. NPR's Tamara Keith weighs in on Short's comments.

David Greene talks to commentator and columnist Cokie Roberts, who answers listener questions about the history of presidents and their relationship with strong speakers of the House.