Matthew Cloutier is a producer for TED Radio Hour. While at the show, he has focused on stories about science and the natural world, ranging from operating Mars rovers to exploring Antarctica's hidden ...

In the late 1980s, Stephanie Garber was driving through downtown Silver Spring, Md., when a large pickup truck hit her car. A woman swooped in to offer her a cup of tea and compassion.

A group called the "Brave Souls" plunge into icy river waters each week -- a podcast about them is a finalist in NPR's College Podcast Challenge.

Self-reliance is a core American trait. And men in particular embrace it. So how do you offer help to someone who doesn't think they need it?

Catholics who grew up in the faith under Francis reflect on his tenure as pope.

Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth continues to find himself in controversy. He shared details with his wife and brother minutes after being updated on the Yemen strikes by a senior military official.

Many Hungarians are worried about Prime Minister Victor Orban's concentration of power and moves to ban protests.