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The journey up the west coast of Norway, from the city of Kristiansand in the south to the city of Trondheim, now takes about 21 hours and requires seven ferry crossings. The Norwegian Public Roads Administration plans a nearly $40 billion transport project that would cut travel time in half.

Norway Embarks On Its Most Ambitious Transport Project Yet

Norway's rugged west coast features glaciers, waterfalls and fjords that are beautiful — but take a long time to navigate. A major infrastructure plan could cut travel time in half.

A Conversation With Podcast Producer Eve Abrams Of 'Unprisoned'

NPR's Michel Martin talks with radio documentarian Eve Abrams about her podcast "Unprisoned," which explores issues around the criminal legal system in New Orleans.

Items stolen from the "Green Vault" museum in Dresden, Germany, include (from left) the breast star of the Polish Order of the White Eagle, a hat clasp containing a 16-carat diamond and a diamond-studded sword hilt with a matching scabbard.

Thieves Steal Priceless Diamonds In Heist At Dresden's 'Green Vault' Museum

Saxony's art minister, Eva-Maria Stange, noted that the stolen jewelry pieces are essentially the crown jewels of Saxon kings. "They belong to Saxony," she said.

A butcher shop in the Brooklyn borough of New York shows a "Closed" sign, limiting customers to three at a time. Gov. Andrew Cuomo is ordering all nonessential businesses to close, in an escalation of the state's attempts to contain the COVID-19 pandemic.

New York, Illinois Governors Issue Stay At Home Orders, Following California's Lead

New York Gov. Andrew Cuomo takes what he calls "the ultimate step" in his state's effort to stop the spread of a deadly coronavirus. Similar orders are coming from Connecticut, Nevada and New Jersey.

Argentina fans gather in the streets of central Moscow on Wednesday ahead of the 2018 FIFA World Cup.

World Cup 2018 Preview: What You Need To Know

The soccer tournament kicks off in Moscow on Thursday. From new stars to controversial stadiums, here's our guide on what to follow.

Steve Lacy performs at The Fillmore Silver Spring in Maryland on Oct. 15, 2022.

What's making us happy: A guide to your weekend listening, viewing and reading

Each week, the guests and hosts on NPR's Pop Culture Happy Hour share what's bringing them joy. This week: Midwest Modern Twitter account, Unclear and Present Danger podcast, Gemini Rights and more.

What we know and don't know about Baltimore's Key Bridge collapse

Rescue efforts have turned to recovery after the collapse of the Francis Scott Key Bridge in Baltimore. A federal investigation is underway as the region braces for a long and costly reconstruction.

As folk duo West of Roan, Annie Schermer (left) and Channing Showalter seek the commonalities among legends, myths and folktales from diverse spots on the globe.

West of Roan collects ancient folktales — not personal folklore

In an era when connecting the tidbits of an artist’s private life can seem more important than following a musical thread between songs, West of Roan's Queen of Eyes revives faith in the power of the concept album.

The World Flight crew at Sand Point, Washington in 1924, before the start of their round-the-world journey. Staff Sgt. Henry Ogden (promoted to Lt. during the journey) is second to left.

‘Best kept secret’ in aviation history gets a once-in-a-century celebration in Seattle

The aviation world celebrates the 100-year anniversary when in 1924 six U.S. Army Air Corps pilots completed the first flight around the globe

A person carries bags of fresh water after filling up from a tanker at a distribution site in the aftermath of Hurricane Helene on Wednesday in Asheville, N.C.

In Asheville, N.C., many residents may be without drinking water for weeks

Tropical storm Helene caused 'catastrophic' damage to Asheville’s water treatment and distribution system, cutting off at least 70% of the city’s drinking water supply.

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