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When a weather station in Death Valley recorded a high of 130 degrees Sunday, it triggered an inquiry to verify the reading. Here's a look into the exacting process of vetting extreme weather claims.

A 51-year-old man nearly died from septic shock, when a crushing injury led to overwhelming infection. After getting an experimental treatment, he's recovering well, but some doctors want more proof.

In a tweet, the president said people's lives are being destroyed by "a mere allegation." This week, two White House staffers resigned after reports of domestic violence, which both have denied.

Top intelligence officials are warning lawmakers that Russia will continue to try to influence U.S. elections. Former House Intelligence Committee chair Mike Rogers talks to NPR's Steve Inskeep.

Mark Green, the top U.S. aid official, visited Raqqa Monday with CENTCOM Commander Joseph L. Votel. The U.S., which backs rebel forces, has given $875 million in "stabilization" aid to Syria.

The rise of independent cafes and popular artisanal brewing methods have sparked a growth in national consumption. Now, about 10 percent of coffee produced in the Central American country stays there.

The National Republican Congressional Committee is devoted to getting more Republicans elected to the U.S. House. Spokesman Jesse Hunt talks to Rachel Martin following Tuesday's Texas primaries.

The documentary chronicles the opening of Edwins, a fine-dining restaurant in Cleveland that provides education, housing and steady employment for former inmates.

First she was shot at on the way to work. Then her house was destroyed by a bomb. That didn't deter this female scientist.

The tubers are essential to the country's economy and culture, but their quality keeps declining. Now, researchers have found a way to mass produce good seed yams — and it could save the industry.