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The mathematics problem he solved had been lingering since 1637 — and he first read about it when he was just 10 years old, during a visit to the library.

The Florida Fish and Wildlife Commission wants to seize a 6-foot-long pet reptile — they say he's just too big. But he isn't a normal alligator says his owner, Mary Thorn of Lakeland, Fla.

Public radio. Public health. Public policy.

Prompted by a letter signed by more than 20 academy members of Asian descent, the academy apologized Tuesday for offensive jokes about Asians during the awards ceremony, but for some it came up short.

The top prosecutors in Cuyahoga County, Ohio, and Cook County, Ill., were voted out in primaries Tuesday. Both have been under fire for their handling of fatal shootings by police.

The top telecom regulator says his privacy proposal, a first of its kind for Internet providers, would empower consumers to have a say in how their data gets used and how it's valued.

The top soccer organization argues that a group of leaders facing trial in the U.S. has cost it millions in financial losses and damage to its reputation.

What Washington, D.C., did — closing its Metrorail for 29 hours — sets it apart. Meanwhile, the developing world turns out to be developing some attractive transit options.

President Obama nominated Judge Merrick Garland to the Supreme Court. NPR's Ron Elving says Garland has been held up as an "exemplar of the kind of person who ought to be" in these positions.

Clinton won big; Trump continued his triumphant streak, with the notable exception of Kasich's win in Ohio; Rubio dropped out after a dismal showing in Florida. What that means, in five stories.