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Dorothy Hoffner, 104, went skydiving Oct. 1 and died Monday in her sleep. Guinness World Records is still working to confirm if Hoffner broke the record for the oldest person to jump from a plane.
NPR NewsThe alert system will use electronic highway signs and encourage the use of TV, radio, social media and other platforms to spread information about the missing person.
NPR NewsCaroline Ellison accused Bankman-Fried of being the mastermind behind illegal activity at FTX. Her words carry weight: She worked with him and also once dated him.
NPR NewsA rule proposed by the Federal Trade Commission would outlaw hidden and "bogus" fees. Officials estimate that junk fees cost consumers at least $64 billion each year.
NPR NewsLike an ursine Sarah Connor, Grazer is one tough mother. She preemptively attacks huge males that might threaten her offspring. And she's focused on the future, eating all the salmon she can catch.
NPR NewsThey call themselves Las Amazonas de Yaxunah. They've defeated gender stereotypes to become stars in Mexico. And these women and teens play the game wearing traditional Maya dresses — and no shoes.,
NPR NewsAustralian journalist Cheng Lei has been allowed to leave the country and is back home in Australia after being detained for more than three years on charges of espionage.
NPR NewsWhat's the easiest way to create a new version of the classic sitcom Frasier for the streaming era? Clone the original series with new characters who provide the same functions as the old ones.
NPR NewsSafiya Sinclair's memoir follows her journey from a scared and sheltered Rasta girl in Jamaica to a strong and self-assertive woman — exploring just how poetry became her savior.
NPR NewsWhether the witches are good, misunderstood, or just plain wicked — some fun fall fantasy reading options include The Witches of Bone Hill, Night of the Witch, and After the Forest.
NPR NewsHouse Republicans picked the current majority leader for speaker by winning a majority of the Republicans 222 votes in a closed door, secret ballot election. Timing for a floor vote remains unclear.
NPR NewsOfficials say they're amazed by the public's concern for the well-loved tree, after receiving thousands of tributes, suggestions and donations from people in the U.K. and overseas.
NPR NewsA survey finds that more than half of dog parents are doubtful about giving their pups the vaccine for rabies — a lethal disease that vaccination brought under control in the U.S.
NPR NewsIn a landmark decision, a judge has ruled that dozens of sexual assault cases filed against Uber can be consolidated.
NPR NewsThe winning photographs star different species from around the world, all highlighting the interplay between animals and humans. The two grand titles went to shots of a horseshoe crab and barn owls.
NPR NewsMany children have likely already heard about the attacks in Israel, whether from school or overhearing the news. Let them ask questions, experts say — it's OK if you don't have all the answers.
NPR NewsThe conflict between Israel and Hamas escalates as anticipation of an Israeli ground invasion grows. Senior voters reflect on possibly electing a president their age next year.
NPR NewsNPR's Leila Fadel talks to Ido Dan, an Israeli man who is missing five members of his family. He seeks comfort in the hope that, to the captors, they're more valuable alive.
NPR NewsMany Israelis are frantically looking for clues about loved ones believed to be held in Gaza. Ido Dan keeps watching a video that appears to show Hamas militants kidnapping his 12-year-old nephew.
NPR NewsAt the recently concluded Games, South Korean athletes and journalists said North Koreans refused to engage with them. Some even avoided customary handshakes or photo sessions atop the podium.
NPR NewsThe conflict is expected to escalate even further in the coming days. But for now, Hamas sees itself with the upper hand.
NPR NewsIsrael's south has been evacuated of civilians as anticipation grew of an Israeli ground assault into Gaza. The army has said there were still firefights between Hamas gunmen and Israeli soldiers.
NPR NewsThe federal government has sued Amazon for allegedly using its monopoly power to stamp out rivals. Now, some small businesses that sell on the marketplace reveal what it's like to depend on Amazon.
NPR NewsSix billboards with messages supporting abortion rights have been placed along Interstate 55, a highway traveled by many women from the South who seek abortion care in Illinois.
NPR NewsA NASA mission called Psyche is about to launch on a mission out to an unusual asteroid that's scientists believe is largely composed of metal.
NPR NewsSome states are trying out a radical new kind of medical treatment: housing, paid for with Medicaid dollars.
NPR NewsThe FIA, the governing body of Formula 1, said it's considering measures to better prepare drivers to race in extreme heat, such as improving cockpit airflow.
NPR NewsA startup called PimEyes allows anyone to identify a stranger within seconds with just a photo of the person's face. The technology has alarmed privacy advocates worldwide.
NPR NewsAt issue is the way the Republican-dominated state legislature equalized the population of its congressional districts.
NPR NewsPeople — including those with disabilities — flocked outside during the COVID-19 pandemic. The influx has highlighted efforts to ensure everyone has access to outdoor spaces.