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The Indonesian court's decision has cheered Muslim conservatives and crushed the hopes of advocates of a more pluralistic and tolerant path for their nation.

A previous lockdown extension was due to expire Sunday, but has been extended through May 18. Starting Monday, areas will be divided into zones according to the concentration of COVID-19 cases.

U.S. Treasury Secretary Henry Paulson is in China. It's his first visit there as a member of the Bush administration. He joined the cabinet in July. U.S. business leaders and members of Congress want to see the Chinese currency appreciate in value as a way to reduce the U.S.-Chinese trade surplus.

A Washington insider with roots in politics, he believes a sitting president should be protected from litigation and criminal investigations. If confirmed, he would solidify the conservative majority.

As Iran reels from economic unrest, the U.S. is increasing pressure by warning that it will start punishing countries that buy Iranian oil, including giants like China and India.

The Trump administration says there's no evidence the program works, but supporters say that thinking is misguided. Some even call it a "godsend."

Legal strategies are being tested as the U.S. grapples with mass murders and has left many asking who bears responsibility.

While Jimmy Carter only served on term in office, he became the longest-lived U.S. president. He also became a model for a life of public service after his time in the White House was over.

According to a study, Columbus is one of 28 major U. S. cities that are sinking. Groundwater extraction is the cause.

NPR's Audie Cornish speaks with Michael McFaul, former U.S. ambassador to Russia, about the finding of some Russian efforts to influence the 2016 presidential election in Robert Mueller's report.