A group of volunteers spends every night for a few months acting as crossing guards for tiny amphibians: migrating salamanders.

In this week's science roundup from Short Wave, we discuss "chirps" of radiation from space, contagious urination among chimps, and the meltiness of vegan cheese.

Dr. Kiss, a three-foot-tall wooden puppet, can handle his business in the wrestling ring. He's the star of a traveling show, reveling in the art and artifice of pro wrestling.

Costco's shareholders voted overwhelmingly to reject a motion that would seek report on the risks of diversity, equity and inclusion in the company's hiring practices.

Klein compiled 215 wins at the helm of the women's program, guiding the Cougars to 12 NAIA National Tournament appearances, one Elite Eight and one Final Four in 13 years. Columbia College won 21 ...

President Trump's federal hiring freeze was not supposed to affect veterans benefits, but it's still not clear how many of the Department of Veteran Affairs' staff are exempt from the freeze.

A large study of 30,000 adults diagnosed with ADHD in the U.K. found women with ADHD died roughly nine years younger than women without a diagnosis. Men had about a seven-year shorter lifespan.

A manufacturing defect in the vehicles' 12-volt batteries can cause them to stall at low speeds, or not restart after stopping. The automaker will fix the flaw for free.

Oscar voters are keen on movies with social themes this year. iEmilia Pérez , Netflix's musical about a trans drug lord in Mexico, leads Oscar nominations with 13 nods, including for Best Picture.

NPR's Juana Summers talks with California Attorney General Rob Bonta about President Trump's plan to end birthright citizenship with a new executive order.

The Spanish actress portrays the titular character in Emilia Pérez, a polarizing musical that focuses on the life of a transgender drug lord in Mexico.

"A song which essentially expresses one idea — 'hot for you, baby'—was a little monochromatic for her," said Rolling Stone magazine contributing editor Anthony DeCurtis. "The rest of the stuff that's ...