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The megalodon went extinct 3.6 million years ago, and is thought to be the largest shark that ever swam the Earth. But the megalodon may not have been as big as once thought, some researchers suggest.

Say you're headed to an outdoor cookout or barbecue or a family reunion but you don't want to show up empty-handed. What do you bring? Chefs Edward Lee, Amy Thielen and James Rigato offer suggestions.

A team of NPR reporters and editors reviewed the transcript of last Thursday's news conference and found at least 162 misstatements, exaggerations and outright lies in 64 minutes.

Spring floods are no surprise in communities along the Missouri River. "My washer and dryer are floating around down there somewhere," said one Iowa resident.

In Myanmar's largest city, troops appear to ease their lockdown after the largest anti-government protests in decades, as a U.N. envoy hopes for a meeting with the country's top military leader to convey the people's demands for democracy.

Defense Secretary Robert Gates flew into Afghanistan Monday on an unannounced visit. Gates is checking progress on the military campaign around the southern Afghan town of Marjah and laying plans for the next big offensive, in Kandahar.

Composer and author Tom Manoff has been the classical music critic for NPR's All Things Considered since 1985.

Featured events include an open mic night, a performance by a Grammy-nominated local singer, and a day centered around Indian culture.

There's a variety of events this weekend, like a Moulin Rouge-themed soirée, the Indie Memphis Film Festival and a dive into the Tooth Fairy's intentions.

Halloran Centre for Performing Arts & Education’s tenth anniversary season continues with an exciting mix of returning favorites and newly announced performances.